The best way to experience this amazing region is to let a knowledgeable local guide do the driving This four-hour small-group tour takes you to stunning locations and lets you sample amazing flavours. On this relaxed and fun afternoon, you will take jaw-dropping photos, view Lord of theRings filming locations, sample delicious Manuka honey and hear stories about the local gold-mining history.

The Journey

1: Views over Queenstown & Lake Wakatipu

Travel up Queenstown hill for a truly amazing photo-stop. Your guide will help with your photos and point out famous landmarks including Lord of the Rings filming locations.

2: The Buzz Stop
Experience a working apiary (honey farm). Learn about the different types of honey followed by yummy honey tasting including Manuka, Rata and Clover Honey.

3: Lakes Hayes (“The Mirror Lake”)

Stop at beautiful Lake Hayes for scenic photos and marvel as your guide points out the spiritual protector of Arrowtown.

4: Lord of theRingsand the home of Bungy Jumping

Visit the historic Kawarau bridge. You will have free time to watch the daredevil bungy jumpers, and while here your guide will show you another amazingLord of the Rings location.

5: Historic Arrowtown and the Chinese Settlement

Enjoy an informative driving tour of quaint Arrowtown followed by 75mins free time to take in the best food, shopping, rich gold history, and Lord of the Rings locations as pointed out by your guide.

6: The journey back to Queenstown.

Your tour takes you past Millbrook and Coronet Peak while your guide shares facts about the amazing homes, the world-famous Shotover Jet and great Queenstown food recommendations.