Tour of Middle Earth by Coach, Ferry & Train

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Tour of Middle Earth by Coach, Ferry & Train

Welcome to Middle-earth New Zealand - But Beware of the Orcs and Trolls!

Embark on an unexpected journey, a magical tour of Middle Earth New Zealand... but even better you do not have to self drive! This tour includes the scenes and battlegrounds filmed for the retelling of J.R.R. Tolkiens masterpieces. Travel in comfort by way of coach, ferry, train and plane. We have scheduled this tour perfectly - the best mix of the highlights of New Zealand for a postcard perfect adventure.

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Tour Map: Tour of Middle Earth New Zealand (Coach, Ferry & Train)

Visited Locations

Auckland City
Blenheim
Havelock Village
Lake Pukaki
Lake Tekapo
Marlborough
Marlborough Sounds
Mount Cook National Park
Mt Aspiring National Park
Queenstown City
Rotorua
The Mighty Waikato River
Waitomo

First Light Travel

Duration
13 Days
Starts
Auckland
Finishes
Queenstown
Type
Group
Group Size
Max 48
Transport
Coach
Accom
100% Customisable

Inclusions

Flexibility Promise
Comfortable Air-Conditioned Coach
Domestic Flight
12 Nights Accommodation
1 Breakfast
2 Lunches
1 Dinner
Dedicated Travel Consultant
Full 24 Hour Support
Knowledgable Tolkien Guides
All Activities as per Highlights
Detailed Daily Itinerary and Vouchers
Private Airport Transfers

Highlights

4WD Remote LOTR Tour Into Edoras
Auckland Harbour Sail and Dine
Coastal Pacific Train Journey
Hobbiton Movie Set Tour
InterIslander Ferry
Jet Boat Wilderness Safari Queenstown
Marlborough Vineyards Guided Cycle
Te Puia - Thermal Mud Pools & Geysers
Waitomo Glowworm Caves
Weta Workshop Wellington
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A photo of the actual 'One Ring' from the LOTRs Trilogy Films.
The Barrel Run (Hobbit Tour) New Zealand
Geothermal Rotorua on a self drive tour
Waitomo glowworm Caves
LOTR Tour canterbury
Weta Workshop Orc
InterIsland Ferry
4WD LOTR Movie Scenes
Coastal Train Journey
Hobbiton
Mt Cook National Park
Dart River Safari
Troll at Weta Workshop

Google Rating

5
500 reviews

TripAdvisor Rating

5
361 reviews
Hobbit Seal of Approval

Reviews of this tour....

Maori Culture
5

Excellent and a lot of fun.

USA
24 Mar 2025

Our trip was wonderfully organized with excellent attention to details. The activities that were chosen were generally excellent and a lot of fun.


 

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Pricing terms

The price is based on current exchange rates but is only an approximation. Please contact us for a final price