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Central Otago Wine Tour from Queenstown - Includes 4 Vineyards, Lunch & Wine
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- 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
- Hotel pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
- Good for avoiding crowds
Overview
Pair the fine wines of Central Otago with a gourmet lunch platter on this small-group wine-tasting tour from Queenstown. Visit at boutique wineries during your tour and drive through verdant valleys and vine-clad foothills rich in gold mining history. Numbers are limited to 12 people to ensure an intimate experience with other wine lovers.
- Central Otago wine tour from Queenstown, with tastings and lunch
- Journey into the heart of Central Otago, a region famous for its cool-climate wines, spectacular scenery, and pioneering history
- Small-group tour limited to 12 people provides an intimate experience and ensures personal attention from your guide
- Hassle-free hotel pickup and drop-off included
What's Included
- All wine tastings
- Local guide
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks, unless specified
Departure & Return
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Please Note
Please advise us of your accommodation details and we will respond with an exact pick-up time. Please be ready and waiting in reception or outside 5 minutes prior to your pick-up time.
What To Expect
This Central Otago small-group wine tour takes you from your Queenstown hotel into the heart of the South Island wine region to taste some of New Zealand's finest wines. Considered one of the world's premier cool-climate wine regions, Central Otago boasts high-quality varietals including chardonnay, pinot gris, pinot noir and riesling.
A knowledgeable guide escorts you by comfortable coach to boutique wineries for tastings and a gourmet platter lunch, before hotel drop-off in Queenstown.
Boutique Wine Tour: Enjoy a spectacular afternoon enjoying boutique vineyards as you take in the breath-taking scenery of the Central Otago Wine region. Visit different vineyards in the region, typically in Gibbston and Bannockburn/Cromwell. Be spoiled with a gourmet platter lunch and learn about the history of the stunning and diverse region. Lunch and tastings included in the price.
A knowledgeable guide escorts you by comfortable coach to boutique wineries for tastings and a gourmet platter lunch, before hotel drop-off in Queenstown.
Boutique Wine Tour: Enjoy a spectacular afternoon enjoying boutique vineyards as you take in the breath-taking scenery of the Central Otago Wine region. Visit different vineyards in the region, typically in Gibbston and Bannockburn/Cromwell. Be spoiled with a gourmet platter lunch and learn about the history of the stunning and diverse region. Lunch and tastings included in the price.
Lake Wakatipu (Pass By)
Enjoy the views of Lake Wakatipu and The Remarkable mountain range on your way out of town.
Lake Hayes (Pass By)
Lake Hayes can look spectacular on a calm day.
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 12 hours of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability
- Minimum age is 6 years
- Minimum age is 18 years to consume alcohol
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Infant seats available
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Q:What is the policy on face masks and attendee health during Central Otago Wine Tour from Queenstown - Includes 4 Vineyards, Lunch & Wine?
A:The policies on face masks and attendee health are:
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
Q:What is the policy on sanitization during Central Otago Wine Tour from Queenstown - Includes 4 Vineyards, Lunch & Wine?
A:The policies on sanitization are:
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
Q:What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during Central Otago Wine Tour from Queenstown - Includes 4 Vineyards, Lunch & Wine?
A:The policy on staff health & safety is:
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
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Traveler Tips
Each vineyard has a different feel so it is really a personal preference on what one likes.
Reviews
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Fantastic day out with fantastic wines and food
Judith_M, Aug 2022
I had an excellent time on the wine tour. Martin was an excellent guide who was extremely knowledgeable of the wines, area and history of Otago.
A great wine and foodie tour!
Stephen_P, Jul 2022
Enjoyed each of the wineries we visited on our tour but lunch was exceptional with a great ploughman’s platter!!
1 traveler found this review helpful
Driver, Paul is very...
Ian_T, Jul 2022
Driver, Paul is very knowledgeable and provided great commentary. Totally enjoyed the tour. Lunch and wines were excellent.
1 traveler found this review helpful
Wine tasting tour - highly recommend!!
Louisa_P, Jul 2022
Our tour guide Martin was amazing. During the travel between wineries we were treated to a wealth of knowledge about the area, culture and history. The whole experience was one of our highlights on our trip to Queenstown.
1 traveler found this review helpful
Great time and good company!
Sarah_J, Jun 2022
Really lovely wineries, beautiful views and Paul the driver was great! I would recommend anyone for this tour!
2 travelers found this review helpful
Winery tour in June 2022
Teressa_A, Jun 2022
Had a great time on the winery tour. Great banter with our driver Gazza and the rest of the crew on the tour. Loved the wineries and learnt a bit about wine making. Highly recommend!
Good times fantastic memories
Leanne_R, Jun 2022
Love Kinross ❤️ wines champagne . All excellent. Easy delivery back to Aus. Gaz was a great tour guide good fun and wealth of knowledge
Private boutique wine tour
Claudia_M, May 2022
We were lucky enough to be the only couple on this tour with Gary. Gary was very friendly, incredibly knowledgeable and informative and attentive to our requests. The wineries we visited were lovely boutique wineries all of which we had never heard of before. It was a lovely day and we would highly recommend this tour to anyone.
An amazing experience,...
Jan_P, Apr 2022
An amazing experience, highly recommend that you go on this wine tour if you're queenstown. Our tour guide Gazza was a legend and the wine was delicious! 10/10
Sunshine & Good Times
PHILIP_P, Apr 2022
Great day out,loads of fun & laughter with good commentary from host.
Little disappointed with last venue(Kinross) as winery host had poor english and was rushed.Would definitely recommend as great way to see the region.
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