Queenstown Wine Tour
Description
Discover why Central Otago is one of the world's most celebrated cool-climate wine regions on this small-group tour through Gibbston Valley and Arrowtown. Visit four of the region's most prestigious boutique wineries, with exclusive access to cellar doors renowned for world-class Pinot Noir production. With unhurried tastings at each estate, knowledgeable hosts who share the stories behind every pour, and a light platter included, this is wine touring as it should be - intimate, informed, and memorable. Featured wineries include Brennan Wines, Waitiri Creek, and Chard Farm - three of Gibbston Valley's most acclaimed producers, each with a distinct character shaped by Central Otago's remarkable terroir. Please note: On occasion a listed winery may not be available; any alternative will be equally exceptional.
Tour Options
Itinerary
First meeting point for accommodation located in and around Frankton.
Central Queenstown meeting point.
This is the first stop on your wine tour to enjoy the stunning surroundings of the vineyard before enjoying your first hosted wine tasting.
The second stop on your tour. Here you will enjoy a guided wine tasting and enjoy a light platter.
The third stop on your tour for the day. Here you will be hosted on a wine tasting.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Please be at your designated pick-up point 15 minutes prior to departure
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Gluten free lunch option available - please advise at time of booking if required
Reviews(24)
We were picked up and travelled around with Anna for the day. Along the way she shared her knowledge of the local area and made sure we were all settled and ready at each winery. She even made sure we had received enough for lunch, offering to organise some more food. Each of the stops were a perfect mix with each other and the hosts were knowledgeable and accommodating. Would highly recommend booking with them for the wine tour!
Kia ora, A great day out on the wine tour — the family-owned wineries each bring something a little different, and Anna clearly made sure you were well looked after throughout. So pleased you'd recommend it! Ngā mihi nui
Awesome wine tour! Our guide (Marie) was fantastic and the group was so much fun. We visited a great selection of award winning wineries, all perfectly timed, and the tastings felt really personal - we were the only tour group there each time, which made it even better. The service was amazing, the Pinot Noirs were delicious, and the commentary along the way made the scenic drive even more enjoyable. Easy 5 stars!
Kia ora Anne-Marie, This is exactly what the wine tour is all about — Marie, great company, and tastings that feel like you've been welcomed into someone's home rather than shuffled through a cellar door. The family-owned wineries of Central Otago have a way of doing that, if we may say so ourselves. So glad you had such a wonderful day. Ngā mihi nui
Our guide for the day was Marie who was very friendly and knowledgeable of the central Otago wine region and wineries we visited. She even had a wine named for her at Brennan winery which was one of the best tasting on our tour. Roz from Brennan was especially friendly to our small group and we had the best time chatting with her. She made you feel right at home and really enjoyed their wines. We had lunch outside at Waitiri wines and had a delicious cheese/olive fruit plate and plenty of wine. The other two wineries were pretty nice and rounded out the day. Our thanks to Marie for a wonderful day!
Kia ora, What a lovely recap of the day — Marie will be so pleased to read this. The family-owned wineries really do bring something special to the experience, and it sounds like Brennan and Waitiri in particular hit the mark. A wine named after your guide is a pretty good sign you're in good hands. Ngā mihi nui
I went for my birthday and loved every second. Yummy cheese board and great venues!
Kia ora, What a lovely way to celebrate — really glad the day hit the spot. Marie and the team will be pleased to hear it. Happy belated birthday from all of us. Ngā mihi nui
Very knowledge and passionate experts, friendly vibes and atmosphere all round.
Kia ora, It’s lovely to read your feedback. We’re really pleased you enjoyed the knowledge and passion of the team, along with the friendly atmosphere throughout the day. That relaxed, welcoming feel is a big part of what our wine tours are all about. Ngā mihi nui
This was a marvelous wine tour, going to four wine cellars, including an excellent cheese, pate and charcuterie lunch, coupled with freshly baked bread in one of them. We were collected from, and returned directly to, our hotel in Queenstown. Our guide, Marie, was very knowledgeable and really friendly. The chat between the participants in our group was great also. In all of the cellars, the wines were superb, and well curated. I have given it five stars, but if I could, the tour would have got ten. It is a small world when you meet folks with links to your home county....such a wonderful day!
Kia ora, It’s really lovely to read your feedback. We’re pleased you enjoyed the wines, the company and the time spent together on the tour, and that Marie’s knowledge and friendly approach helped set the tone for the day. It’s great to hear those shared moments made it such an enjoyable experience. Ngā mihi nui
An excellent day with Marie, our guide and Driver. The wineries that we visited were boutique, yet well rounded. The wines that we tasted were of a good grade in selection. Would definitely do this again. Marie was very engaging and knowledgeable.
Kia ora, It’s lovely to hear you enjoyed your afternoon in the Queenstown vineyards. We’re really pleased the wineries and wines stood out, and that Marie’s engaging and knowledgeable approach helped make the day such a good one. Ngā mihi nui
Just back from the most fabulous afternoon visiting 4 vineyards in the Gibbston Valley with Marie. Every stop was amazing, super friendly staff, very knowledgeable, great wine and a lovely lunch. Marie was absolutely lovely, amazing local knowledge, we had the best time 😊
Kia ora, It’s really lovely to read your feedback. We’re so pleased you enjoyed your time in the Gibbston Valley, and that Marie’s warmth and local knowledge helped make the afternoon such an enjoyable one. Ngā mihi nui
Was so wonderful to have been on a hosted wine tour in Queenstown, with the warmth and joy of Marie. Visiting very boutique, high caliber cellar doors in the Gibbston Valley with exclusive niche wines to sample. A relaxing & delicious experience. You will love it.
Kia ora, Thanks for sharing your experience with us. We’re really pleased you enjoyed your time on the Queenstown Wine Tour and visiting some of our favourite wineries in the region. Marie has a lovely way of making the day feel relaxed and welcoming, and we’re glad that came through for you. Ngā mihi nui
It was our tour guide Allys first tour 🤩🥳 and she was the BEST! We had great communication from the company regarding a pick up change. We thoroughly enjoyed the bus ride with Ally telling us local stories and pointing out things of interest. The first three vineyards were lovely (Jessie agreed we needed barstools at Chard Farm😉). Gabi at Waitiri Creek Wines was great and the herb butter on the cheese plate is to die for!! Brennan Wines was our fav wine of the bunch, (might have been the extra glasses of Rose we drunk at Waitiri that helped that though..) Petronella was so knowledgeable. While the wines at the last stop Nockies Palette Wines, were our least favourite, the setting and sommelier (whos name Ive forgotten sorry!!) were great!! #SDShareandWin #SouthernDiscoveries
