Awarded Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Best of the Best Top 10 of outdoor experiences Australasia and Top 1% of Experiences worldwide for 2026. Dress up as your favourite character & Feel the trilogy come to life as you visit the breathtaking and magical landscape that inspired Peter Jackson’s film locations from The Lord of the Rings movies. Ithilien, Isengard, Lothlórien Forest, Amon Hen! Trave…
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Sitting on the northern shores of Lake Whakatipu is the small picturesque village of Glenorchy, the famous Paradise Valley, and world-famous Middle-earth magic. Join this sightseeing tour for a magical half-day journey to Glenorchy and Paradise. This small settlement is full of character and charm and is home to some of the most famous and scenic sights found in the region. Tuck into a classic Ki…
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Epic Adventures to the Real Middle Earth and Back Again! Join our Lord of the Rings “Nerds” aka tour guides who have superior knowledge on all things “Rings”. We’ll take you to the original film locations and put YOU in the scene while narrating humorous and intriguing tales from the time of filming. Join us for your personalised journey through the real Middle Earth. Our scenic Half Day Tour inc…
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A seamless journey from Queenstown to Milford Sound, where stunning views are made even better by fascinating stories from your driver. Enjoy a premium coach journey with panoramic windows, glass roofs, and USB charging ports. From Queenstown, journey along Lake Whakatipu and onto the Milford Road before meeting your cruise in Milford Sound. No food option included unless either buffet or picnic…
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Discover Wānaka, Arrowtown and the spectacular Crown Range on a relaxed small-group day tour from Queenstown. Travel with a knowledgeable local driver-guide through dramatic mountain scenery, stopping at a Crown Range viewpoint and the historic Cardrona Hotel, where a beer or non-alcoholic ginger beer is included. Continue to Wānaka for time beside the lake, including a visit to the famous Wānaka…
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Rediscover the magic of Tolkien’s Middle-earth on a small-group 4WD adventure through Queenstown’s spectacular landscapes. View The Remarkables from Queenstown Hill, featured as the Misty Mountains, and see Deer Park Heights, used for the Refugees of Rohan and Battle of the Wargs scenes. Visit Kawarau Gorge, location of the Pillars of the Kings (Argonath), then travel to Arrowtown and Gladden Fie…
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Travel in 4WD from Queenstown along the shores of Lake Whakatipu on one of New Zealand's most spectacular scenic drives, surrounded by the Southern Alps, glacial valleys, braided rivers and native beech forest. Visit 12 Mile Delta then enjoy a 15 minute scenic walk. Journey through Glenorchy and Paradise to discover filming locations associated with Isengard, Fangorn Forest, Ithilien Camp and the…
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Discover the highlights of Queenstown and the stunning Whakatipu Basin on this relaxed half-day sightseeing tour. Travel beyond the town centre to enjoy spectacular alpine scenery, panoramic views of Lake Whakatipu, and the region's rich history and culture. Visit the vibrant Ayrburn precinct, explore the charming gold-mining village of Arrowtown, and finish your experience with a wine tasting an…
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Combine our Half Day in Middle Earth with a second Half Day Adventure into another part of Middle Earth with our partner company. We have a 1 hour lunch break back in Queenstown and change buses for the afternoon tour. Morning and Afternoon Tour itineraries are interchangeable and can be switched due to availability or weather conditions. You will be visiting the Skippers Canyon Lookout (weather…
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Enjoy 90 minutes in the heart of Queenstown at The Bathhouse Spa Queenstown, a self guided, phone free and alcohol free sanctuary for complete restoration. Move at your own pace between a 38°C hot pool, a 34°C ambient pool and a 12°C cold plunge, then warm in a traditional Finnish sauna with fireplace, two infrared saunas and a scented steam room. Relax in two tea lounges with premium teas and ch…
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Join us for a relaxed informative 45 minute tour of the vineyard, winery and wine cave. Visit Home Block, the region's oldest vineyard, step into the winemaking facility where you'll get a behind the scenes glimpse of how some of the best Central Otago Pinot Noirs are made. Taste four of Gibbston Valley's premium handcrafted wines in New Zealand's largest wine cave. Please note that under 16’s ar…
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The Goldrush Tour was created with one goal: to be Queenstown's most detailed historical experience Travelling through Skippers Canyon with up to 11 guests, professionally produced documentary-style stories bring the history to life through a premium onboard audio system. Available in 8 languages, these stories deliver a level of historical detail impossible to achieve through traditional live co…
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Half day tour from Queenstown to Glenorchy. This photographic tour is an enjoyable outdoor adventure combined with insightful guidance on maximising the use of your camera. You will learn life long skills on the fine art of landscape photography from an award-winning photographer, while discovering some unforgettable locations. You will learn how to take beautiful landscape images using your own…
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Embark on a guided morning adventure through Queenstown’s most iconic sights in the comfort of a luxury minivan. With small-group intimacy and complimentary hotel transfers, this tour blends stunning scenery, local history, and adrenaline. Begin with panoramic views from Queenstown Hill, then head to the Gibbston “Valley of the Vines” to witness bungy jumpers at the historic Kawarau Bridge. Enjoy…
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Explore Queenstown and the Southern Lakes on a private full-day tour with Martin, an experienced local landscape photographer and guide. Combining spectacular sightseeing with friendly, practical guidance, this tour welcomes everyone—from experienced photographers to beginners using a camera or phone. It is equally rewarding if you simply want to explore beautiful places and have your guide photo…
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Follow gold rush trails, explore historic towns, and journey through breathtaking landscapes. This isn’t just a transfer, it’s an odyssey through the heart of Central Otago. Your day begins with a pickup in Queenstown, the adventure capital of New Zealand. From there, travel in comfort and style aboard our luxurious Mercedes-Benz vehicles as you leave the alpine landscapes behind and venture into…
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Watershed is a floating sauna experience on Lake Whakatipu, where guests cycle between hot Finnish saunas and cold lake plunges while surrounded by Queenstown’s alpine scenery. Designed around the classic rhythm of contrast therapy, guests move between sauna heat, cold water and moments of rest on the deck overlooking the mountains. Most people naturally fall into a pattern of sauna, plunge, rest…
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Take to the skies above Queenstown and land on a remote glacier blanketed in snow for a true alpine adventure. Experience the stunning vistas of Skippers Canyon, with its rich gold rush history, before touching down on an ancient glacier. Step onto the pristine ice to witness the mesmerising blue crevasses up close, providing a rare opportunity for spectacular photographs. The journey back offers…
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The Dreamery is a must see experience, unique only to Queenstown. Discover nine immersive installations with seven rooms combining digital art, tactile play, and sensory wonder. Every room is custom build to amaze and be interacted with. Plus will leave you with amazing dynamic videos and photos.
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Discover Queenstown and historic Arrowtown with a knowledgeable local guide in the comfort of a luxury vehicle. This relaxed small-group experience combines scenic sightseeing, local stories and time to explore Arrowtown at your own pace. Rather than following a rigid sightseeing checklist, your guide uses local knowledge to select suitable viewpoints and stopping places based on the day’s condit…
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Discover New Zealand’s South Island through your lens on a private half-day photography tour from Queenstown to Glenorchy. Led by a local landscape photographer, this intimate experience takes you to waterfalls, forests, and iconic lake vistas — with expert guidance tailored to your style and the season’s light. Perfect for photographers of all levels. This is your chance to photograph one of the…
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