Lord of the Rings 'Journey to Edoras' Tour from Christchurch
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.
Highlights
- ✓Enjoy 360 degree views of the mountainous terrain from the summit of Edoras
- ✓Hear informative and entertaining commentary from your friendly guide
- ✓Sit down to a delicious picnic lunch with sparkling wine
- ✓Includes round-trip travel from your Christchurch hotel
What you'll see & do
- ✓Depart from outside the front entrance of the Canterbury Museum.
- ✓A quick stop is made at the Mount Somers Hall so guests can use the toilets.
- ✓Guests will stop at the stunning Lake Clearwater for an amazing photo opportunity.
- ✓Arrive at the stunning location of Mount Sunday and see how this peaceful mountain was transformed into Edoras, the capital city of the Rohan people in the Lord of the Rings trilogy.
- ✓Arrive at another scenic location for your picnic lunch. Guests will have another opportunity to use the toilets at this location.
What's included
- ✓Hotel pickup and drop-off
- ✓Picnic lunch with sparkling wine
- ✓Driver/guide
- ✓Live commentary on board
What's not included
- ✓Gratuities
- ✓Cruise Ship Pickup/Dropoff
Good to know
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Not recommended for child aged 4 and under
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Please wear good footwear and bring along a warm jacket
Please note we are unabale to offer pickup/drop off from cruise ships
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Lord of the Rings 'Journey to Edoras' Tour from Christchurch
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.
Highlights
- ✓Enjoy 360 degree views of the mountainous terrain from the summit of Edoras
- ✓Hear informative and entertaining commentary from your friendly guide
- ✓Sit down to a delicious picnic lunch with sparkling wine
- ✓Includes round-trip travel from your Christchurch hotel
What you'll see & do
- ✓Depart from outside the front entrance of the Canterbury Museum.
- ✓A quick stop is made at the Mount Somers Hall so guests can use the toilets.
- ✓Guests will stop at the stunning Lake Clearwater for an amazing photo opportunity.
- ✓Arrive at the stunning location of Mount Sunday and see how this peaceful mountain was transformed into Edoras, the capital city of the Rohan people in the Lord of the Rings trilogy.
- ✓Arrive at another scenic location for your picnic lunch. Guests will have another opportunity to use the toilets at this location.
What's included
- ✓Hotel pickup and drop-off
- ✓Picnic lunch with sparkling wine
- ✓Driver/guide
- ✓Live commentary on board
What's not included
- ✓Gratuities
- ✓Cruise Ship Pickup/Dropoff
Good to know
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Not recommended for child aged 4 and under
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Please wear good footwear and bring along a warm jacket
Please note we are unabale to offer pickup/drop off from cruise ships
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.