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From the Shire to the Fires of Mordor

This 8 day tour starts in Auckland and finishes in Wellington.

Step into the world of Tolkien on an odyssey that takes you throughout New Zealand’s most legendary film locations. From a private banquet at Hobbiton to the jaw-dropping movie magic of Wētā Workshop, you’ll explore the dramatic landscapes that brought Middle-earth to life. This is more than a tour; it’s an immersive journey into the craftsmanship, stories, and natural beauty that defined an cinematic icon.

Accommodation type on this tour is: Hotel 4 star.

This tour also features:

Included activity: The Visitor Promise - Cultural Learning Course

Included activity: Private Transfer Auckland Airport to your Auckland Accommodation with Tourcorp

Included activity: Electronic Travel Guide and In-Country Support App

Included activity: Wētā Workshop Unleashed

Included activity: Hobbiton Movie Set Signature Tour from Shires Rest

Included activity: Hairy Feet Scenic Film Location Tour

Included activity: Glow Worm Caves Tour with Discover Waitomo

Included activity: Sky Waka Gondola Sightseeing Trip with Whakapapa

Included activity: 1 Day Tongariro Guided Crossing with Adrift

Included activity: Lord of The Rings Full Day Tour with Kaewa Tours

7 breakfasts, 1 lunch

Itinerary summary for: From the Shire to the Fires of Mordor

Day 1: Welcome to Middle Earth, New Zealand
Accommodation: SkyCity Hotel Auckland

Day 2: You're Going on an Adventure!
Accommodation: Wild Canvas - Kowhai Tent

Day 3: A Galaxy of Tiny Lights
Accommodation: Wild Canvas - Kowhai Tent

Day 4: The Gates of Mordor
Accommodation: The Park Hotel Ruapehu

Day 5: One Does Not Simply Walk Into Mordor
Accommodation: The Park Hotel Ruapehu

Day 6: The Road to the White City
Accommodation: QT Wellington

Day 7: Home is Behind, the World Ahead
Accommodation: QT Wellington

Day 8: The Final Feast