Lord of the Rings - Journey to Edoras from Christchurch

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Highlights

  • Pose with replica props from the films

  • Hear stories about what went into the filming of the LOTR movies

  • A picnic lunch with sparkling wine is included

Summary

Your The Lord of the Rings day trip to the fictional village of Edoras in New Zealand’s Canterbury Region begins with morning pickup from your hotel. Hop into the 4WD vehicle for a drive west to Mt Sunday, better-known to LOTR fans as Edoras — the capital of Rohan and home to Meduseld, the hall of King Theoden. You’ll bump along rocky terrain and traverse narrow streams en route to Edoras. On arrival at the movie site, follow in the footsteps of the noblewoman Eowyn, and stand at the summit for 360-degree views over alpine lakes, mountain peaks and high-country farmland below. Your guide shares behind-the-scenes photos of Edoras under construction and points out significant geographical features of Middle-earth, including the Misty Mountains, the river Snowbourn and the valley of Harrowdale against the imposing Helms Deep. Learn why this particular site was selected by director Peter Jackson for The Lord of the Rings trilogy. Enjoy a picnic lunch (see the Itinerary for a sample menu) with a glass of sparkling wine, and pose for photos with replica props such as the flag of Rohan, Gimli’s axe, or the sword of Aragorn or King Theoden. Then hop back in your 4WD vehicle for the drive back to your Christchurch hotel, where your Edoras excursion comes to an end.

Tour info

Duration
9 hours
Group Size
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Meeting Point
Dropoff location

Why take this tour?

Fans of the Lord of the Rings trilogy, as well as anyone who appreciates beautiful landscapes, will love this day tour from Christchurch to Mt. Sunday. The mountain 'played' Edoras in the films, and your guide will point out the spots that featured, plus show you behind-the-scenes photos of filming. It's only accessible be 4WD vehicle, making for a fun and adventurous day out.

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What’s included?

  • Picnic lunch with sparkling wine

  • Driver/guide

  • Live commentary on board

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

  • Gratuities

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 9h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
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Hassle Free Tours

About operator:

Hassle-free Tours is an award winning company that specialises in offeirng unique tour experiences in Auckland and Christchurch. Hassle-free Tours is a small privately owned business which has been operating since early 2003. We believe a tour is about more than 'just seeing the sights'. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional service and giving our guests memorable experiences that will last a life-time. From city sightseeing tours on-board classic and new, open and closed top, double decker buses, to visiting a Lord of the Rings movie location, speeding through the Waimak Gorge in a jet boat, watching whales and dolphins in Kaikoura, and riding on the TranzAlpine train to Christchurch, Hassle-free Tours offers a myriad of tour experiences for everyone to enjoy.

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