Queenstown Wine Tour and Lunch Platter - Half Day
Highlights & inclusions
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August 2026
2. Select participants
What you can expect
Treat your taste buds to a guided Queenstown wine tour through Gibbston Valley, visiting four celebrated wineries for over 20 tastings and a light platter lunch in this half-day experience. This adventure takes you into the heart of Central Otago wine country, where rolling vineyards and dramatic landscapes set the scene for a memorable day out. With pre‑arranged private tastings at four renowned Gibbston Valley wineries, you’ll sample a range of regional wines while learning what makes this area world‑famous for Pinot Noir. Passionate cellar door hosts share insights into their craft, adding depth and meaning to every glass.
Travel in comfort with return transfers aboard a premium Mercedes Sprinter, complete with complimentary Wi‑Fi and a friendly driver‑guide who takes care of the details so you can enjoy the day. A light platter is included to complement your tastings, and the small group size ensures a relaxed pace and personal feel throughout the tour. Departing daily from central Queenstown accommodation, this wine experience is ideal for lovers of great scenery, great wine, and an easygoing, well‑organised introduction to Gibbston Valley’s standout vineyards.
Location
What you need to know
- Guided half-day Queenstown wine tour to four wineries
- More than 20 wine tastings
- Shared light platter lunch at one vineyard
- Return transfers from selected Queenstown accommodation
- Travel in a premium Mercedes Sprinter van with free Wi-Fi
- Food may be purchased separately at the first two vineyards.
- Departs daily from 10am.
- Please allow a half day for this experience.
- This experience includes return transfers from selected Queenstown accommodation or a central meeting point. Please advise your address at the time of booking.
- Please make your own way to our Queenstown Visitor Centre located at 110 Beach Street if you have chosen the below pick-up locations:
- Sofitel Hotel [W/SDQVC]
- Absoloot Hostel [W/SDQVC]
- Adventure Queenstown Hostel [W/SDQVC]
- Crowne Plaza Hotel [W/SDQVC]
- The Lodges [W/SDQVC]
- The Lofts [W/SDQVC]
- The Waterfront Apartments [W/SDQVC]
- Hotel St Moritz [W/SDQVC]
- LyLo Queenstown [W/SDQVC]
- Nomads Backpackers [W/SDQVC]
- Mi-Pad [W/SDQVC] A taxi will collect you from your accommodation and take you to the Queenstown Visitor Centre (110 Beach Street) if you have chosen the pick-up locations below. Please be ready at reception 10 minutes before pickup:
- Kamana Lakehouse [T/SDQVC]
- Mantra The Point [T/SDQVC]
- Azur [T/SDQVC]
- Heritage Hotel [T/SDQVC]
- Oaks Shores [T/SDQVC]
- The Rees Hotel [T/SDQVC]
- Mercure Resort [T/SDQVC] Please make your own way to the Rydges Hotel Bus Stop (Lake Esplanade) if you have chosen the below pick-up locations. Be there 10 minutes before pickup:
- Esplanade Apartments [W/RBS]
- Peppers Beacon [W/RBS]
- QT Queenstown [W/RBS]
- Haka House [W/RBS]
- Participants must be 18 years and over to participate in the wine tasting as alcohol is involved; photo ID may be required
- In extreme weather conditions the tour may be cancelled if safety is a concern, you will be contacted by the provider and rescheduled
- Change your booking up to 24 hours before the start time of your experience
- Changes are not permitted within 24 hours of your experience
- Late arrivals or no-shows may result in you forfeiting your experience
- Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
- Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
- Mobile Vouchers are accepted! Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
- Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
- For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
- We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements
