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An unforgettable half day exploration of Central Otago’s boutique vineyards with lunch included.
Discover world-class wines on this engaging and immersive Queenstown wine tour, designed as a premium small-group experience showcasing the very best of the Central Otago wine region. This tour offers the perfect introduction to the region’s award-winning wines, rich history, stunning landscapes, and local cuisine.
This all-inclusive boutique wine tour includes visits to four premium boutique vineyards across three contrasting wine sub-regions - Gibbston Valley, Cromwell and the Bannockburn basin. All tastings are prebooked and privately hosted. Each stop highlights the unique character of Central Otago, including its world-renowned Pinot Noir.
Sit down and savour a delicious platter-style lunch at Carrick Winery & Restaurant (or a similar premium venue), featuring locally sourced produce and designed exclusively for our groups. Lunch will be accompanied by a flight of four estate wines. This is a standout experience and a true taste of Central Otago’s food and wine culture.
The vineyards we visit on this tour changes daily but the vineyards we typically choose form are: Mt Rosa, Kinross, Misha's Vineyard, Te Kano Estate, Akarua Winery & Cellar Door, Brennan Wines, Waitiri Creek and Nockie's Palette. If there is a particular vineyard on this tour are you excited about visiting, or you wish to request a particular vineyard, be sure to mention this in the notes section upon booking.
There will be time to stroll around the beautiful grounds and take in the stunning panoramic views of the Bannockburn Inlet and Lake Dunstan.
Travel in comfort aboard a luxury Mercedes-Benz minivan while your specialist wine guide provides engaging commentary on the region’s wines, landscapes, and pioneering history — creating a relaxed, informative, and entertaining experience from start to finish.
Children aged 6 – 17 years are welcome on our daily Boutique Wine Tour. Children of all ages are welcome on our private tours.
Complimentary Queenstown accommodation transfers
Visits to Gibbston Valley, Cromwell, and Bannockburn
Tastings at four boutique vineyards (18+ wines)
Privately hosted cellar door experiences
Gourmet platter lunch with wine pairing
Visit to Old Cromwell Town (time permitting)
Full commentary from a specialist Wine Guide
The Central Otago wine region stretches from the outskirts of Queenstown’s Wakatipu Basin through picturesque valleys and dramatic gorges to the vine-covered foothills of Bannockburn and beyond. Known as the southernmost wine region in the world, Central Otago is internationally recognised for its exceptional cool-climate wines, particularly Pinot Noir.
The region is divided into six distinct wine sub-regions, each defined by unique soils, elevations, and microclimates. On our Daily Queenstown wine tours, guests explore up to three contrasting sub-regions, typically including Gibbston Valley, Cromwell, and Bannockburn, offering a diverse and well-rounded tasting experience.
Our carefully curated Central Otago wine tours are designed to showcase the very best of the region in a relaxed, small-group setting. Tours operate daily with a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 12 guests, ensuring a personalised yet social experience.
The vineyards we visit vary each day to provide the best possible experience, with opportunities to visit renowned wineries such as Mt Difficulty, Misha’s Vineyard, Kinross, Gibbston Valley Winery. and more. If you have a specific vineyard in mind, requests can often be accommodated — simply let us know when booking.
Whether you’re looking for a full-day wine tour, a half-day experience, or a relaxed afternoon tasting, Appellation Wine Tours offers a range of options to suit your schedule. Each tour is led by passionate local Wine Guides who share expert knowledge of the region’s wines, history, and landscapes — creating an engaging and memorable Queenstown wine experience.
