Embark on a half-day Lord of the Rings tour in Wellington, New Zealand. Visit iconic filming locations, including Mount Victoria Lookout, Hobbiton Woods, and the Weta Workshop. Get a behind-the-scenes glimpse of prop and weapon making, and meet talented artists at work. Don’t miss the chance to take photos with Gollum, Lurtz the Uruk-hai, and Bilbo’s three Trolls. Book now for an unforgettable adventure!
Embark on a half-day Lord of the Rings tour in Wellington, New Zealand. Visit iconic filming locations, including Mount Victoria Lookout, Hobbiton Woods, and the Weta Workshop. Get a behind-the-scenes glimpse of prop and weapon making, and meet talented artists at work. Don’t miss the chance to take photos with Gollum, Lurtz the Uruk-hai, and Bilbo’s three Trolls. Book now for an unforgettable adventure!
- Mount Victoria - Enjoy breathtaking views of Wellington from the Mt Victoria Lookout.
- Mount Victoria - Explore the Hobbiton Woods, featuring five filming locations from the first Lord of the Rings movie.
- Weta Workshop Group Space - Take a tour of the Weta Workshop to see the creation of props, weaponry, and sets from Thunderbirds.
- Mount Victoria - Enjoy breathtaking views of Wellington from the Mt Victoria Lookout.
- Mount Victoria - Explore the Hobbiton Woods, featuring five filming locations from the first Lord of the Rings movie.
- Weta Workshop Group Space - Take a tour of the Weta Workshop to see the creation of props, weaponry, and sets from Thunderbirds.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- Driver/guide
- Live commentary on board
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- Driver/guide
- Live commentary on board
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Gratuities
- Bottled water
- Tea and coffee
- Gratuities
- Bottled water
- Tea and coffee
The journey begins with a drive up to the Mount Victoria Lookout, offering breathtaking views of Wellington’s cityscape. The route takes us through Courtenay Place, passing the iconic Embassy Picture Theatre, renowned for hosting the world premieres of “The Return of the King” (2003) and “An Unexpected Journey” (2012).
Next, the adventure continues to…
The journey begins with a drive up to the Mount Victoria Lookout, offering breathtaking views of Wellington’s cityscape. The route takes us through Courtenay Place, passing the iconic Embassy Picture Theatre, renowned for hosting the world premieres of “The Return of the King” (2003) and “An Unexpected Journey” (2012).
Next, the adventure continues to Hobbiton Woods, the starting point of the epic trilogy’s filming. This location is famous for scenes such as the Shortcut to Mushrooms, Sam and Frodo’s Second Breakfast, the Hobbits hiding from the Black Rider (“Get off the Road!”), the Race to the Buckleberry Ferry, and King Théoden’s Dunharrow Encampment.
Following this, the tour proceeds to the Weta Workshop in Miramar for an exclusive behind-the-scenes experience. Here, visitors can observe the creation of props and weaponry and possibly meet the talented artists at work.
At the Weta Cave, guests can take photos with iconic figures like Gollum, Lurtz the Uruk-hai, and Bilbo’s three Trolls.
The tour wraps up with a scenic drive around the bays, returning to the city.
- Cruise Ship Passenger bookings should select the following option as their pickup location which is the Wellington Cruise Ship Port: Aotea Quay, Pipitea, Wellington 6011, New Zealand
- Cruise Ship Passenger bookings should add their ship name in special requirements field.
- PICKUP LOCATION MUST BE GIVEN AT TIME OF BOOKING: Default pickup location Wellington iSite Visitor Centre, if you do not know your hotel at time of booking. You can amend your pickup when you know your hotel, if it is located in the CBD pickup area.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
