Activities
Gourmet Food & Wine Tour (9:30am-4pm)
An indulgent and diverse full day tour showcasing the very best sights and tastes from the Central Otago wine region.
-Return CBD hotel transfers
-Tastings at 4 premium locations
-Visit Gibbston, Bannockburn and Cromwell
-Exquisite 5-dish gourmet lunch with matching wines at The Stoaker Room
-Tour through Gibbston Valley underground wine cave
-Cheeseboard to accompany a wine tasting
-Short visit to historic Arrowtown and/or Old Cromwell
-Full commentary on the sights, wine and history of the region
CBD hotel pick-ups, an exquisite wine-barrel cooked lunch with matching wines, all wine tastings, cheese, chocolates, and an Arrowtown visit.
Camera, dress for weather conditions on the day.
6.5 hours>
Appellation Wine Tours operates throughout the year with closures on Christmas Day, Boxing Day, Anzac Day and Good Friday.
Boutique Wine Tour (5.5 hrs)
Discover world-class wines on this fun and interactive wine tour offering a great taste of Central Otago’s wine, history, sights and cuisine.
-Return CBD hotel transfers
-Tastings at 4 premium vineyards
-Visit Gibbston, Bannockburn and Cromwell
-Gourmet platter lunch
-Vineyard tour of vines, barrel hall and see the wine making facilities
-Visit Old Cromwell Town (weather permitting)
-Full commentary on the sights, wine and history of the region
CBD hotel transfers, a delicious platter lunch and tastings at 4 premium vineyards.
Camera, dress for weather conditions on the day.
5.5 Hours>
Appellation operates throughout the year with Christmas Day, Anzac Day and Good Friday closed.
Afternoon - Classic Wine Tour (1.30pm - 5pm)
Let one of our experienced Wine Guides whisk you away to Queenstown’s neighbouring wine region, Gibbston, aptly known as the “Valley of the Vines”.
-Return CBD hotel transfers
-Tastings at 3 premium vineyards
-Visit the Gibbston wine region
-Cheeseboard to accompany a wine tasting
-Guided tour through Gibbston Valley wine cave
-View the AJ Hackett Bungy bridge and Kawarau river
-Full running commentary on the sights, wine and history of the region
All participants must be of at least 18 years in order to consume alcohol.
3.5 hours>
Queenstown Highlights Tour (9:30am - 12:30pm)
Sit back, relax and soak up the scenic sights on this morning of guided sightseeing.
-View the dramatic Kawarau Gorge
-Stop and watch the AJ Hackett bungy jumpers
-Wine tasting at Gibbston Valley Winery
-Explore Arrowtown’s historic Chinese settlement and picturesque main street
-Panoramic photo opportunities from Coronet Saddle lockout
-Full running commentary on sights and early history of the region
Approximately 3 hours>
Full-Day Sights & Wine Tour (8 hours)
A full-day immersion into the local sights, wine and cuisine of the region. Begin with a morning of guided sightseeing around both hidden and iconic location attractions. Enjoy a gastronomic two-course lunch experience at the acclaimed Amisfield winery. Note that Amisfield is subject to availability, and excellent restaurant alternatives are available.
After lunch, your wine guide will whisk you away to Queenstown’s neighbouring wine region, Gibbston, where you will spend the afternoon on the Classic Wine Tour leisurely exploring 3 varying cellar doors, including New Zealand’s largest wine cave and indulging in a sumptuous cheese platter with accompanying glass of wine.
Camera, jacket, snacks
Must be 18yrs+ for wine tasting.
8hrs>
All
- Runs on demand; 9am - 5pm
- Main pick up point is the Station Building (corner of Camp & Shotover Street)
- Some hotel transfers available on request
- Panoramic views of Queenstown, Lake Wakatipu and the Remarkables
- Lunch at Amisfield winery (drinks with lunch at own expense)
- Tastings at 3 vineyards around Queenstown and the Gibbston region
- Stunning drive through the rugged Kawarau Gorge viewing AJ Hackett bungy bridge
- Knowledgeable guides with fascinating commentary on wine, local sights & early history of Central Otago
- Choose a glass of wine to sit back and relax and indulge in some local cheeses
Jet Boat and Wine - Boutique (10am - 4:30pm)
An adrenaline-fuelled hour racing along Lake Wakatipu, down the Kawarau river and back to Queenstown Bay. The jet boat ride is a mixture of scenic cruising but also packing in plenty of 360 degree spins for pure exhilaration. Check in at the K Jet Jet Boat Main Town Pier at 9:45am ready for a 10:00am departure. The jet boat will drop you off at the Frankton Pier, giving you plenty of time to make your way to the Z Petrol station ready for collection at 11:15am. Sit back, relax and enjoy an afternoon in the vines on the Boutique Wine Tour, being returned to your hotel at the end of the tour.
- 45 minute jet boat ride on Lake Wakatipu, Shotover and Kawarau river.
- Enjoy tastings at 4 premium vineyards
- Visit Gibbston, Bannockburn and Cromwell wine sub-regions
- A shared platter lunch at one of the vineyards
- View the historic Kawarau Bridge and AJ Hackett Bungy
- Full running commentary on the sights, wine and early history of the region
Wrap up & wear warm clothes. Hats, gloves, scarves & sunglasses are recommended.
Child rates apply between 6-17 years.
6.25 hours>
Cruise & Wine Tour (11.00am - 5.00pm)
Enjoy a leisurely 90 minute scenic cruise on the 106 year old, coal fired vintage steamship TSS Earnslaw from Queenstown waterfront to Walter Peak High Country Farm (without going ashore) and return.
-Boarding ticket for the 12pm TSS Earnslaw cruise
-Enjoy tastings 3 vineyards in the Gibbston region
-Cheeseboard to accompany a wine tasting
-Tour through New Zealand’s largest underground wine cave
-Full running commentary on wine, sights and early history of the region
-View the historic Kawarau Bridge and AJ Hackett Bungy
Earnslaw cruise admission, all tastings, a glass of premium wine and a cheese platter.
5 hours>
Appellation operates throughout the year with Christmas Day, Anzac Day and Good Friday closed.
Private Gourmet Food & Wine Tour
A tailor made, full-day wine tour of Central Otago vineyards in an indulgent day enjoying Central Otago’s finest food and wine.
-Visit 3 premium vineyards and 1 lunch venue in the Gibbston, Bannockburn and Cromwell sub-regions
-Gourmet lunch consisting of 5 dishes cooked in wine barrels and paired with matching wines
-A tour through New Zealand’s largest wine cave
-Enjoy a cheese and wine presentation at a vineyard
-Stroll through Old Cromwell Town or the must-see Arrowtown
-Abundant sightseeing opportunities catered to your interests
-Specialist wine guide
A gourmet platter lunch, with matching wine, all wine tastings, a cheese and a chocolate tasting, as well as central Queenstown hotel pick-ups and drop-offs are included.
Camera, dress for the weather conditions on the day
6.5 Hours>
Appellation operates throughout the year with Christmas Day, Boxing Day, Anzac Day and Good Friday closed.
Inclusions:
- Courtesy pick up and drop off in a luxury vehicle
- Tastings at 4 vineyards in the Gibbston Valley and Bannockburn/Cromwell regions
- 5 gourmet dishes cooked in wine barrels and paired with matching wines
- Take a tour in New Zealand’s largest underground wine cave
- A cheese and wine pairing at one of the vineyards
- Stroll through Old Cromwell Town (time and weather permitting)
- Abundant sightseeing opportunities catered to your interests
- Specialist wine guide
Private Whisky and Wine Tour
A tour for fine spirit connoisseurs or those simply curious to taste and learn.
- Return hotel transfers in a luxury vehicle
- 75-minute distillery tour at Cardrona Distillery including tutored tasting of Cardrona’s spirits
- Drive up and over the mountainous Crown Range and out into the Gibbston wine region
- Photo opportunity at iconic Cardrona Hotel
- Wine or craft beer tasting
- Antipasti platter lunch with beverage of choice
- Full commentary on the sights, wine and history of the region
5 hours>
All year
Private Boutique Wine Tour
Be greeted by your own personal guide for an exclusive half day wine tour of the Central Otago wine region.
-Visit 4 premium vineyards in the Gibbston, Bannockburn and Cromwell wine sub-regions
-Sumptuous platter lunch at a renowned vineyard restaurant
-Glass of premium wine with lunch
-Visit Old Cromwell Town (time and weather permitting)
-Full running commentary of the regions history
-View the historic Kawarau Bridge and AJ Hackett Bungy
-An array of sightseeing and photographic opportunities catering to your interests
A gourmet platter lunch with a glass of wine, all wine tastings, as well as transfers to and from Queenstown accommodations.
Camera, dress for the weather conditions on the day
5.5 Hours>
Appellation operates throughout the year with Christmas Day, Anzac Day and Good Friday closed.
Inclusions:
- Courtesy pick up and drop off in luxury vehicle
- Tastings at 4 vineyards in the Gibbston Valley and Bannockburn/Cromwell regions
- A gorgeous platter lunch with a glass of premium wine at Mt Difficulty
- Stroll through Old Cromwell Town (time and weather permitting)
- An array of sightseeing and photograph opportunities catering to your interests
- Specialist wine guide