Length: 17 Days

Time: December 12, 2007
March 3, 2008
November 3, 2008
Please note: availability calendar will only show these dates as available.

Summary: Tour includes airport pick-up. Minimum of 2 persons, Maximum of 20. Not recommended for children under age 5. Rates are per person and in US dollars. Please reserve online, or call us toll-free at 800-208-4421.

There are no refunds. All sales are final.

If changes are allowed on a tour or activity, a $20.00 per reservation change fee will be applied for any change to a reservation. Please note that some tours and activities do not allow any changes. Date changes can only be made only if we can confirm availability on the new date. While we cannot guarantee any changes can be made, all change requests must be submitted a minimum of 24 hours prior to the tour departure and must be handled on an individual basis through our Reservations Center.

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This tour is suitable for travellers who want to experience New Zealand in an active way. You have plenty of opportunity to experience outdoor activities and small tramping trips.

View New Zealand through the eyes of some of the actors from the Lord of the Rings.

Quotes from the crew and the actors regarding New Zealand:
When one sees Castle Hill, normally one doesn't instantly think of hobbits, but The Lord of the Rings' director, Peter Jackson, says he definitely sees the South Island as Middle-earth.

"That's why we did so much filming there. With its variety of magnificent scenery, any filmmaker would put the South Island on the top of his list for shooting Tolkien's tale/ Middle-earth is not another planet, but a prehistoric, unspoiled Europe, before man became dominant. Much of the South Island is like that." - Peter Jackson, Director

"This is Middle-earth. I mean, it has every sort of geographical, geological formation and landscape; it's got everything. So its absolutely perfect." - Elijah Wood, Frodo

Shared accomodation on campgrounds, hostels or motels and prepare breakfast together.

Expect a lot of fun on this tour, plenty of sightseeing and outdoor activities. Simply unforgettable!

Included
~ All accommodation in family units, in hostels, motels or campgrounds ~ 2 dinners ~ Professional and experienced English speaking Guides ~ Small groups of a maximum of 20 people give flexibility ~ Breakfast (prepared together) ~ Ferry to the South Island

Admission Fees (inclusive)
~ Hobbiton
~ Te Papa National Museum

Not Included
~ Airport tax
~ Optional Activities
~ Not mentioned meals
~ Insurances
~ Drinks

Climate and Season of Travel
New Zealand has a moderate climate. In the Southern Hemisphere it is Springtime between September and November; Summer starts in December and goes until February. Autumn starts in March and finishes in May and from June to August it is Wintertime. New Zealand is the perfect destination all year round. If you plan to travel in Spring or the beginning of Autumn you will be able to enjoy the magnificent colourful vegetation as well as extraordinary landscapes. You have sunny, beautiful days with perfect lighting conditions to take photos. Enjoy lots of opportunities to go swimming in the summer.

What to bring
Even if you plan to travel in the Summer we advise you to bring a windbreaker, breathable rainwear and warm jackets or sweater for chilly nights. It's best to wear comfortable and casual clothes in New Zealand. Expect changeable weather conditions with New Zealand's geographical position being between the Equator and the South pole.

You need comfortable walking shoes and sandals. Don't forget to bring sunglasses, a sunhat, your bathing suit and sunscreen with a high SPF. Avoid hardtop cases and choose alternative travel bags instead. A small backpack as a daypack is quite practical.

Photographers will find many motives and since films are rather expensive in New Zealand it's worth bringing them with you from home. With extreme lighting conditions it's useful to have a UV filter. The South Islands West coast is often cloudy and you might have to use film that is more sensitive to light.

Money
The New Zealand Dollar is the common currency. In new Zealand it is quite common to pay even in small shops by credit card all major cards are accepted i.e. MasterCard, Visa. Most hotels and banks exchange traveller cheques. Euro cheques not accepted anywhere.

Visa and Passport
You will be issued with a tourist visa on arrival in New Zealand. Make sure your passport is valid for three more months from the day of your Departure. You are not allowed to bring any kind of food into New Zealand. Vaccinations are not necessary.

Tour includes airport pick-up. Minimum of 2 persons, Maximum of 20. Not recommended for children under age 5. Rates are per person and in US dollars. Please reserve online, or call us toll-free at 800-208-4421.

Lord of the Rings Tour in New Zealand - 17 Days	Misty Mountain
	Hobbit Village
View over Mordor