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This half-day guided tour takes you from Queenstown to Glenorchy, a small town at the northern tip of Lake Wakatipu, and on to Paradise beyond it. Ride in a premium Mercedes van along one of New Zealand's most scenic drives and take in the alpine landscapes. Explore Glenorchy's famous red shed and lakefront, then see Lord of the Rings filming locations in Paradise such as Isengard and Saruman's tower. Dress up in the costumes provided to recreate movie scenes, and enjoy a New Zealand-style morning tea at a scenic spot.

Depart Queenstown for
a scenic drive to Glenorchy
Meet your guide on Camp Street in central Queenstown and set off in a premium Mercedes van with Wi-Fi. Glenorchy lies about 45 minutes from Queenstown at the northern end of Lake Wakatipu. Along the Glenorchy–Queenstown Road, known as one of New Zealand's most scenic drives, you will stop at viewpoints for photos.
Explore Glenorchy village and the lakefront

In Glenorchy, admire the mountain ranges and native beech forests rising behind the village. Visit the famous red shed and the lakefront with free time for a stroll, and hear stories from your guide about Glenorchy and Māori history.
Visit Lord of the Rings filming locations in Paradise

Follow the Glenorchy–Paradise Road toward Paradise and Mount Aspiring National Park, taking in the surrounding scenery including Diamond Lake. In Paradise, see Lord of the Rings filming locations such as Isengard and Saruman's tower. If you like, put on the costumes provided and recreate scenes like your favorite characters.
Enjoy a Kiwi-style morning tea at a scenic spot

Your guide sets up a picnic of New Zealand treats at a scenic spot, where you can enjoy local snacks with coffee and tea (about 30 minutes). You then return to Queenstown via Glenorchy, and the tour ends in front of Marmolada Cafe.
※ The route may change slightly depending on weather, conditions, and time.
※ Scenery and views may vary depending on the weather.
Meeting point:
Outside The Station Information Centre
43 Camp Street, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand
Meeting point information:
Meet at the bench seating outside The Station Information Centre on Camp Street, next to Marmolada Cafe. Both morning and afternoon tours depart from the same spot, and the tour ends in front of Marmolada Cafe.
43 Camp Street, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand