NOT the Cruise Excursion we Wanted | Christchurch, New Zealand
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The creator recounts a cruise excursion in Christchurch, New Zealand, following a weather-related change in itinerary caused by a bomb cyclone. Originally scheduled to visit Auckland and Hobbiton, the Holland America ship instead docked in Christchurch. The creator participated in a tour titled Journey to Middle Earth, which focused on the New Zealand Alps and the legacy of J.R.R. Tolkien. The tour included a drive through Christchurch, where the guide discussed the city's resilience following the 2011 earthquake and highlighted landmarks like the Cardboard Cathedral. The excursion continued into the mountains, providing views of the landscape and information regarding the filming locations for the Lord of the Rings trilogy, specifically the site of Edoras at Mount Sunday. While the creator notes that the tour did not feature immersive movie sets like Hobbiton, they conclude that the experience was a beautiful journey through the New Zealand countryside. The video reflects on the majesty of the natural scenery and the historical context provided by the local guide.
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this was NOT the cruise excursion we wanted. This was not Hobbiton.
it was really cool to go to the New Zealand Alps and see such beauty
I felt fortunate to be there it was really cool to go to the New Zealand Alps
the tour guide that we had for this tour was exceptional
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