New Zealand Middle-earth
Auckland, Nelson, Queenstown, Mount Cook, Christchurch
Let yourself be taken to the enchanted land of Tolkien, stopping by locations from The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit movies.
DAY 1: AUCKLAND Upon arrival
in Auckland, reception and private transfer to the hotel. Accommodation for 3 nights.
DAY 2: AUCKLAND - HOBBITON - AUCKLAND Full day
tour to discover Hobbiton, where the Hobbit County scenes were filmed in The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit movies. You can see the 44 houses, the bridge, the Party Tree where the Hobbits party, and the famous bar The Green Dragon Inn. Includes lunch at The Green Dragon Inn.
Return to Auckland in the afternoon.
DAY 3: AUCKLAND Free
day for independent activities.
Optional activity suggestion (not included):
- Admission to the Weta Workshop Unleashed, for an activity of approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes to explore cinematic effects, as well as the science-fiction and fantasy worlds in creation. This venue also showcases the creative design and special effects process, similar to what was done for movies like “The Lord of the Rings” and “The Hobbit”.
DAY 4: AUCKLAND/NELSON
After checking out of the hotel, transfer to the airport and board a flight to Nelson. Upon arrival, private transfer to the hotel for accommodation for 3 nights.
DAY 5: NELSON Guided kayak
tour to the beaches and bays of Abel Tasman Park, with the possibility of spotting seals. After the explanation of safety procedures, it's time to discover the beautiful beaches, estuaries, and rivers in the park's most picturesque area, from Anchorage to Bark Bay.
Stop for lunch (not included) and free time to relax, explore, swim, or sunbathe. On the way back, if the wind is favorable, the kayak's sails will be hoisted and you can stop at Pinnacle Island to see the seal colony.
Back at Torrent Bay Lodge, time to cool off with a hot bath and return to the boat that takes you back to Kaiteriteri.
Note: This tour depends on weather conditions.
DAY 6: NELSON Free
day for independent activities.
Suggested optional activity (not included):
- Visit to Jens Hansen's jewelry store, responsible for producing The Ring original from the movie The Lord of the Rings. There it is possible to buy replicas of the rings used in the film.
- Scenic flight over Mt Richmond Forest Park, followed by a descent into the Wairau Valley in Marlborough, landing at a winery. The total experience lasts approximately 3 hours
DAY 7: NELSON/QUEENSTOWN Private
transfer to Nelson airport and board a flight to Queenstown. Upon arrival, private transfer to the hotel for accommodation for 4 nights.
DAY 8: QUEENSTOWN Scenic
safari with views of mountains and forest along the shoreline from Lake Wakatipu to Glenorchy and Paradise Valley. Visit the filming locations of Isengard, Ithilien, Lothlorien, Fanghorn Forest, the Battle of Amon Hen and others.
In the evening, presentation by the traveler at the Skyline Gondola for buffet dinner, with an incredible view of the city.
DAY 9: QUEENSTOWN - MILFORD SOUND - QUEENSTOWN
Transfer by bus passing the shore of Lake Wakatipu and the rural region of Te Anau. After a break, continue along the Alpine route of the Milford Highway.
Upon arrival, board the cruise to the fjords region. The boat passing through waterfalls, forests, mountains, and marine life. With luck, you can see seals, dolphins, and penguins. Highlight is Mitre Peak and Pembroke Glacier. An explanatory audio is available during the cruise. Buffet-style lunch is included.
Return to Queenstown by bus.
The return to Queenstown can be taken by twin-engine plane (optional and not included) to save time and be less tiring.
Note: This tour is subject to weather conditions.
DAY 10: QUEENSTOWN
Transfer by bus to the Shotover River for a typical New Zealand tour. The jet boat was developed in the 1950s by New Zealand farmer William (Bill) Hamilton to allow navigation on the shallow rivers of Canterbury. Soon the potential as an adventure activity was realized. The tour takes you through narrow river gorges, almost grazing on rugged rocks, gliding across the surface of the water channels that meander the braided rivers.
Free afternoon for independent activities.
DAY 11: QUEENSTOWN - MOUNT COOK
Transfer by bus from Queenstown to Mount Cook. Arrival in Mount Cook for accommodation for 2 nights.
DAY 12: MOUNT COOK Free
day for independent activities.
Optional activity suggestion (not included):
- Guided Hooker Valley tour, with stunning views of some of New Zealand's highest peaks. This half-day hike covers a total of 4.5 km along a well-maintained trail, with beautiful landscapes of the south face of Aoraki Mount Cook and the surrounding glaciers and mountains.
DAY 13: MOUNT COOK - CHRISTCHURCH
Transfer by bus from Mount Cook to Christchurch. Accommodation in Christchurch for 1 night.
DAY 14: CHRISTCHURCH
Check-out at the hotel and private transfer to Christchurch airport.
THIS ITINERARY INCLUDES:
- Accommodation for 3 nights in Auckland;
- Accommodation for 3 nights in Nelson;
- Accommodation for 4 nights in Queenstown;
- Accommodation for 2 nights in Mount Cook;
- Accommodation for 1 night in Christchurch;
- Private transfers between airport/hotel/airport with English-speaking driver;
- Shuttle bus from Queenstown to Mount Cook and from Mount Cook to Christchurch;
- Full-day Hobbiton tour, including lunch (selected beverages);
- Trip to Abel Tasman Park in Nelson;
- Half-day tour of Queenstown visiting locations from The Lord of the Rings movies;
- Full-day tour to Milford Sound, including lunch (excluding drinks);
- Queenstown speedboat ride;
- Dinner (without drinks) at the Skyline Gondola, in Queenstown;
- Travel kit.
THIS ITINERARY DOES NOT INCLUDE:
- International airfare between Brazil and New Zealand;
- Domestic airfare in New Zealand;
- Boarding fees;
- Tourism fees;
- Bank transfer charges related to payment to the foreign supplier;
- Documentation and consular visa expenses;
- Travel insurance;
- Cancellation insurance;
- Excess baggage;
- Anticipated arrival time (early check-in);
- Extension of departure time (late check-out);
- Meals not mentioned as included;
- Drinks not mentioned as included;
- Gratuities;
- Luggage service;
- Suggested and/or optional tours and excursions;
- Entrance fees to the places where the tours are visited and suggested and/or optional excursions;
- Restaurant reservations for a fee of USD 10 to USD 30;
- Personal extras such as: laundry, phone calls, alcoholic beverages, extra food, tips, minibar consumption and everything that is not mentioned as included in the itinerary.
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