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Experience the ultimate full-day odyssey through Middle-earth and New Zealand’s premier wine country. This immersive journey from Wellington blends the cinematic magic of The Lord of the Rings (LOTR) with the refined flavours of Martinborough’s world-class vineyards. Explore the breathtaking Wellington landscapes that brought Middle earth to life in Peter Jackson’s iconic trilogy, then cross the Remutaka Ranges into Martinborough to visit three boutique vineyards, meet the winemakers, taste limited-release Pinot Noir and enjoy a gourmet lunch. All guided by a passionate Wellington local who knows every hidden gem.
YOUR TOUR INCLUDES
Full day tour (11 hours). Lunch, entry fees and wine tastings included. Available from Wednesday to Sunday.
LORD OF THE RINGS EXPERIENCE The Weta Workshop

Your gateway to incredible filmmaking in Wellington. Enjoy a 90-minute immersive experience at the legendary creative powerhouse behind The Lord of the Rings, Avatar, The Rings of Power and many more. Go behind the scenes to discover how the props, costumes, creatures and models from your favourite films were made. Visit the Weta Cave shop for collectables, prop replicas and more, and enjoy a short documentary about the history of filmmaking on the Miramar Peninsula. Iconic Film Locations

Visit the filming locations for Helm’s Deep, Minas Tirith and Mount Doom. Stand on top of the Taita levee where Peter Jackson filmed in his own backyard. Travel to Kaitoke Regional Park, a 40-minute drive from Wellington, which served as the set for Rivendell — the hidden refuge of the elves. Hear behind-the-scenes production stories and recreate your favourite scenes at each location. Cosplay Experience

Embrace your inner hobbit or wizard. Choose to dress as your favourite character — Gandalf, Frodo and more — and take photos at the filming locations. A truly unforgettable way to step into Middle earth. MARTINBOROUGH WINE EXPERIENCE

Cross the Remutaka Ranges into the award-winning wine country of Martinborough. Your wine journey is led by our French-trained chef or our nature enthusiast guide who reveals the secret landscapes of this remarkable region. Meet the Winemaker and Meet the Owner

Stroll through an exclusive estate with a micro-producer that crafts no more than 20,000 bottles of Bordeaux and Burgundy-style wine each year. The 2024 Merlot is gorgeous with heavy viscosity, and the 2024 Pinot Noir will raise your expectations — kirsch and cherry overtones with truffle and tobacco notes, drawn from the ancient river terraces. Meet the Chef

Indulge in decadent shared gourmet food boards made from locally sourced ingredients, paired with eight accompanying wine tastings led by an Alsace expert. Available Thursday to Sunday. Horizontal Wine Tastings

Walk through vintages from 2016 to 2021 across two estates, sampling six wines led by an expert sommelier. (Available from Wednesday to Sunday)
Your tour concludes in Martinborough. Your guide will then return you to your designated hotel or the cruise ship in Wellington.