Your Alpine adventure begins with a scenic tour over the Canterbury Plains to the Waimak Gorge, where you will board the famous Hamilton jetboat for an exciting 45 minute spin ride on one of New Zealand’s most spectacular rivers. On return, board an off-road vehicle for a scenic four-wheel-drive adventure across Mount Torlesse Station, a 10,000-acre working sheep and cattle farm located in the spectacular foothills of the Southern Alps. You will experience the thrill and excitement of off-roading while taking in the spectacular mountain scenery and learning about the farm.
After an exciting morning, pause at a quaint country café for a delicious lunch before continuing through the Canterbury high country to Arthur’s Pass, stopping along the way at Lake Pearson and passing one of the filming locations from The Lion, The Witch And The Wardrobe. At Arthur’s Pass, board the world-famous TranzAlpine train, sit back and relax with a glass of beer or wine, and enjoy the spectacular scenery on the journey back to Christchurch. You will be collected from the Christchurch railway station by your guide and returned to your accommodation.
Join us on the Lord of the Rings Tour and journey to the LOTR filming location. Journey to the remote and beautiful Mt Potts high country station, home of Mt Sunday; see how this peaceful mountain was transformed into Edoras, the capital city of the Rohan people in the Lord of the Rings trilogy.
Immerse yourself in the natural unspoilt beauty of the high country's sparkling clear lakes, glistening blue rivers and fresh mountain air.
Tour Highlights:
? - Exciting 4WD adventure through several small streams and right onto Edoras itself.
- Take a short guided walk to stand on the summit of Edoras and enjoy as Eowyn did, the breathtaking 360º views.
? - Behind the scenes photos of Edoras under construction – exclusive to us!
- See the Misty Mountains and the area that formed the backdrop to Helms Deep.
? - Enjoy a delicious champagne picnic lunch.
? - Informative and entertaining commentary from our local Kiwi guides.
? - Handle movie replicas – Aragorn’s Sword, King Theoden’s Sword, Gimli’s Axe, Gandalf’s Staff and Flag of Rohan.
? - Selection of merchandise available for purchase.
? - See for yourself why the actors and crew fell in love with this stunning location.
A day of fun and adventure begins in Christchurch on board the world-famous TranzAlpine train. Sit back, relax and enjoy a journey across the fertile Canterbury Plains, through rugged foothills, along stunning river gorges, through tunnels and across viaducts into the picturesque Arthur's Pass National Park, in the heart of the stunning snowcapped Southern Alps.
Then it’s time to board your next mode of transport or a four-wheel-drive journey to Flock Hill Lodge for a hearty three-course lunch. Then set off on a 20km safari in to an area inaccessible to the public exploring the vast 35,000 acre Flock Hill sheep station.
Arrive at the Waimakariri River to board a jet boat, as you continue your journey by river downstream 15km to Woodstock Sheep Station for afternoon tea in a secluded riverside lodge. For the final leg of the journey, board a coach to you travel back across the Canterbury Plains to Christchurch City.