Wine being poured into glasses during a Queenstown gourmet food and wine tour.
Van at vineyard during Queenstown gourmet food and wine tour.
Vineyard view with lake and mountains on a gourmet food and wine tour from Queenstown.
Pouring wine at a tasting with Coal Pit and Hawkshead bottles in Queenstown.
Group enjoying wine and cheese at a vineyard on a Queenstown gourmet tour.
Vineyard with ripe grapes on a Gourmet Food and Wine Tour from Queenstown.
Gourmet platter with assorted vegetables and wine glasses on a Queenstown tour.

Gourmet Food and Wine Tour From Queenstown

Queenstown
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Duration: 6.5 hours (approx.)

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the start of your experience

Transfers included
Transfers included
Meals included
Meals included
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Indulge in an exquisite Gourmet Food and Wine Tour From Queenstown, where you'll explore the rich flavors of New Zealand's finest vineyards. Journey through Gibbston, Bannockburn, and Cromwell to experience Central Otago’s celebrated wine regions firsthand. Enjoy a hearty lunch with five dishes prepared in retired oak barrels paired perfectly with local wines at what is known as New Zealand's largest underground wine cave.

Explore Gibbston, Bannockburn, and Cromwell with a personalized experience through smaller group tours.

Your ticket includes hotel transfers featuring scenic stops perfect for capturing memorable photos during the journey.

Tour three premium vineyards in Gibbston Valley and discover New Zealand's largest underground wine cave.

Savor a lunch cooked in a wine barrel, complete with five dishes paired perfectly with five wines.

Learn about Arrowtown’s local history and how it shaped the region as one of its premier wine areas.

If time allows, take a leisurely walk through Old Cromwell to experience its historical charm.

Receive an artisan chocolate gift box on your return trip for a sweet end to your adventure.

Expert, English-speaking wine guide

Return transfers from CBD hotel

Explore three distinct wine sub-regions

Tastings at three premium vineyards and The Stoaker Room

Cheeseboard paired with the tastings

Wine-barrel cooked lunch complemented by matching wines

Artisan chocolate gift box included

Tour of historic Arrowtown

Stroll through Old Cromwell (if time permits)

Individual Costs

Wine being poured into glasses during a Queenstown gourmet food and wine tour.

Wine being poured into glasses during a Queenstown gourmet food and wine tour.

Your Experience

Start a full day journey through Gibbston, Bannockburn, and Cromwell in Central Otago. This tour offers an exploration into three distinct wine sub-regions of Queenstown, following your pick-up from accommodation with scenic drives that lead to vineyards renowned for their beauty.

Your adventure includes visiting the largest underground wine cave in New Zealand, accompanied by a hearty lunch featuring five dishes cooked in retired oak barrels. Enjoy these culinary delights paired perfectly with five wines, creating an memorable dining experience! Continue your journey with tastings at three premium vineyards and The Stoaker Room for more exquisite flavors.

Historical Journey to Arrowtown

After a satisfying indulgence of food and wine, explore history by visiting the historic settlements in Arrowtown. If time allows, take an enriching stroll through Old Cromwell where your expert guide shares fascinating stories about early pioneers and how this region became renowned for its wines.

To conclude your tour with another delightful experience, savor some artisan chocolates. These handmade treats allow you to reminisce over the memorable day as you travel back from your journey.

Van at vineyard during Queenstown gourmet food and wine tour.

Van at vineyard during Queenstown gourmet food and wine tour.

Vineyard view with lake and mountains on a gourmet food and wine tour from Queenstown.

Vineyard view with lake and mountains on a gourmet food and wine tour from Queenstown.

Pouring wine at a tasting with Coal Pit and Hawkshead bottles in Queenstown.

Pouring wine at a tasting with Coal Pit and Hawkshead bottles in Queenstown.

Restrictions

  • A maximum of 12 people can join in a single group for this tour.

The experience is not available to guests aged six and under.

Timings

This activity begins daily at 9:30 am onwards.

Group enjoying wine and cheese at a vineyard on a Queenstown gourmet tour.

Group enjoying wine and cheese at a vineyard on a Queenstown gourmet tour.

Vineyard with ripe grapes on a Gourmet Food and Wine Tour from Queenstown.

Vineyard with ripe grapes on a Gourmet Food and Wine Tour from Queenstown.

Book early, especially during peak season, as this tour accommodates only up to 12 people per group and is first-come-first-served.

If you have young children aged six or under, consider arranging alternative plans since they can't join the tour.

To make the most of your visit, plan for a start time at 9:30 am to ensure full participation in all activities and tastings throughout the day.

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FAQs

You'll explore Gibbston, Bannockburn, and Cromwell on the tour.
Yes, you'll have access to an expert, English-speaking wine guide throughout your journey.
A cheeseboard will accompany your wine tastings, enhancing the experience further.
A hearty lunch consisting of 5 dishes prepared in retired oak barrels will be served. These are paired with 5 complementing wines for a delightful culinary experience.
Tastings at three premium vineyards and The Stoaker Room are part of the tour itinerary.
This tour can accommodate a maximum of 12 people in one group.
You'll visit the largest underground wine cave in New Zealand located in Gibbston Valley as part of this tour.
The experience is restricted for guests aged 6 and under.
Return CBD hotel transfers are included to ensure a comfortable ride with scenic stops.
The tour starts at 9:30am onwards each day.

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