Why choose this Queenstown tour ?

Experience a tasting journey through three of Central Otago’s incredibly scenic and varying wine sub-regions; Gibbston, Bannockburn and Cromwell.

Visit four boutique vineyards, tasting their unique cool climate wines and discover why the Central Otago region has become world-renowned in its own right.

Savour a delightful platter-style lunch made with locally sourced produce and accompanied by a flight of wines to taste. There may also be an opportunity to retrace history with a stroll through the charming historical settlement of Old Cromwell.

Learn about the early pioneering history and how the wine region was formed through an array of fun facts and interesting stories from your knowledgeable wine guide.



Make the most of your Queenstown adventure

What makes Central Otago Wine Tour from Queenstown Including Lunch a unique experience ?

Enjoy the views of Lake Wakatipu and The Remarkable mountain range on your way out of town.

Lake Hayes can look spectacular on a calm day.

See the famous AJ hackett bungy bridge, you might see someone jump on the way past!

Visit the Gibbston wine region and stop into a vineyard for your first tasting.

Enjoy a light platter lunch accompanied by a glass of wine of your choice at a local vineyard restaurant.

Take a stroll through Old Cromwell

Enjoy a second tasting in the Cromwell wine region

Break up the journey home and enjoy a third and final tasting back in the Gibbston region

Tour Description & Additional Info:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Minimum age is 6 years
  • Minimum age is 18 years to consume alcohol
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • A minimum of 2 people are required for this tour to run.


Options To Choose for Your Trip:

  • Boutique Wine Tour
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    5 and a half hour small group winery tour. Includes wine tastings; gourmet platter style vineyard lunch. Departs at 11am. Hotel pickup and drop-off at central Queenstown hotels
    Pickup included
  • Jet Boat & Boutique Wine Tour
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    Enjoy an adrenaline-fueled 45-minute jet boat ride and an afternoon among the boutique vineyards of Central Otago.
    Pickup included
  • Local guide
  • Wine tastings at 4 vineyards/cellar doors
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
  • Food and drinks, unless specified

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Special Instructions:

    • Please note: Pick up is only available from the Hilton Queenstown or Kawarau Hotels in Kawarau Village for a transfer fee. 
    • Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund

    Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.

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  • This Tour is Provided by Appellation Wine Tours.
  • Tour Timezone & Starts at Pacific/Auckland.
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 609 valid reviews on VIATOR.
  • Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
  • Maximum 12 Travelers is accepted for booking.