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Experience an indulgent and diverse full day tour showcasing the very best sights and tastes from the Central Otago region. Let your experienced wine guide lead you on a tasting journey through three contrasting Central Otago wine sub-regions; Gibbston, Bannockburn and Cromwell.
Enjoy a guided tour through New Zealand’s largest underground wine cave and savour a unique lunch with 5 dishes cooked in retired oak barrels and perfectly matched with 5 wines.
You will also have an opportunity to retrace history with a visit to the historical settlements of Arrowtown, and Old Cromwell (when time permits). Learn about the early pioneering history and how the wine region was formed through an array of fun facts and interesting stories from your knowledgeable wine guide.
At the end of your tour you will be returned to your accommodation.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Please note we will provide you with an exact pickup time when you have chosen your hotel. If your hotel is not listed, please advise your accommodation details and we will get back to you with the nearest pick up point.
Itinerary
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Lake Hayes (Pass by)
Lake Hayes is a beautiful lake located just 15 minutes drive from downtown Queenstown towards Arrowtown. The reflective lake offers panoramic, picturesque views of the surrounding mountains the entire walk.
Admission ticket free -
Kawarau Suspension Bridge (Pass by)
As the birthplace of commercial bungy jumping, AJ Hackett Bungy Kawarau Bungy Centre is a legendary destination for adventure lovers visiting Queenstown.
Admission ticket free -
1Gibbston Valley Winery
As pioneers of the Central Otago wine region, Gibbston Valley Winery has been handcrafting premium wines for more than three decades
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2Bannockburn
Bannockburn is a small historic gold mining town located outside of Cromwell in Central Otago. The area was first made known as a rich alluvial gold field and was mined extensively in the 1860s.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Cromwell
Cromwell sits at the junction of the Kawarau and Clutha Rivers in the heart of Central Otago, a destination where gold-rush history meets shimmering lakes, world-class vineyards, and wide-open mountain landscapes.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
4Cromwell Heritage Precinct
Situated on the shores of Lake Dunstan, this unique heritage attraction is a mix of original and reconstructed buildings from the old main street of the 1860’s gold town of Cromwell.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Gibbston
Gibbston, the Valley of the Vines, is home to some of the region's oldest vineyards nestled between ruggedly beautiful schist mountains.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Arrowtown Chinese Settlement
Nestled in a river valley surrounded by mountains, sits Arrowtown (Kā-Muriwai), a charming gold-mining town established in 1862 that is rich with natural beauty, history and culture.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- A minimum of 2 people is required for the tour to run
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Children aged 6 - 17 years are welcome
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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