Private Luxury Central Otago Wine Tour for 2–4 Guests

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7 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Discover Central Otago on a fully private wine journey created for just 2–4 guests.

Go beyond the cellar door at Peregrine Wines with a privately hosted Vine to Glass experience. Walk amongst the vines, step inside the winery and discover the journey from vineyard to bottle before tasting Peregrine’s Central Otago wines.

Travel through the spectacular Kawarau Gorge into Bannockburn to Te Kano Estate, known for its striking architecture, beautiful setting and premium wines. Continue to Carrick Winery or Mt Difficulty for wine, sweeping Bannockburn views and a relaxed winery lunch (own expense).

Return towards Queenstown for Amisfield, overlooking Lake Hayes, where striking architecture, celebrated wines and an exceptional setting bring the journey to a close.

With your own local New Zealand wine guide, private Mercedes transport and no other guests, everything is taken care of.

Two wine regions. Exceptional wineries. Central Otago wine country, just for you.

What's Included

Private luxury Mercedes transport — your exclusive vehicle for the day
Scenic journey through Kawarau Gorge, Bannockburn & Central Otago wine country
Privately hosted vine to glass experience at Peregrine Wines
Relaxed, unhurried itinerary — travel privately at your own pace
Hosted by a knowledgeable New Zealand local wine guide throughout the day
Private luxury Central Otago wine experience — tailored exclusively to your group
Four premium winery experiences across Gibbston Valley & Bannockburn
Hosted tastings at Te Kano Estate, Carrick or Mt Difficulty, and Amisfield
Winery lunch (optional) — enjoy a relaxed lunch at Carrick or Mt Difficulty (own expense)

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Please contact Alpine Wine Tours with your hotel or accommodation and they will confirm your pick up time.

Itinerary

Duration: 7 hours (approximately)
  • Queenstown (Pass by)

    Depart from Queenstown, New Zealand’s iconic alpine resort town, surrounded by dramatic mountains, luxury lodges, and the crystal-clear waters of Lake Wakatipu.

    Admission ticket free
  • Gibbston (Pass by)

    Journey into Gibbston Valley, the birthplace of Central Otago wine and home to world-class Pinot Noir, boutique cellar doors, and breathtaking vineyard scenery beneath The Remarkables.

    Admission ticket free
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    Peregrine Wines

    Begin with an privately hosted vine to glass tour experience at Peregrine Wines, view the vines, step into the winery and then taste Central Otago wines. Expertly hosted and designed for true wine enthusiasts, this premium vine to glass tour offers a deeper exploration of Central Otago Pinot Noir beyond the standard cellar door experience.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • (Pass by)

    Travel through the dramatic Kawarau Gorge, famous for rugged schist cliffs, turquoise river views, historic gold-mining landscapes, and one of Central Otago’s most spectacular alpine drives.

    Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Te Kano Estate

    Discover one of Central Otago’s most architecturally striking wineries, where dramatic vineyard views frame premium hosted tastings of expressive Bannockburn Pinot Noir and cool-climate wines.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Mt Difficulty Wines Cellar Door

    Alternatively, your private experience may include a relaxed winery lunch stop at Mt Difficulty, perched high above the Cromwell Basin and renowned for exceptional Central Otago Pinot Noir, breathtaking vineyard views, and premium hosted tastings in one of the region’s most iconic wine settings (lunch at own expense).

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 4

    Depending on the day and your group’s preferences, enjoy a relaxed winery lunch stop at Carrick Winery, known for its organic wines, lakefront setting, and premium hosted tastings surrounded by spectacular Bannockburn scenery (lunch at own expense).

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • Bannockburn (Pass by)

    Continue into Bannockburn, one of New Zealand’s most acclaimed wine sub-regions, celebrated for premium Pinot Noir, rugged landscapes, historic gold-mining heritage, and spectacular vineyard views.

    Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Amisfield Cellar Door

    Conclude your journey at one of New Zealand’s most celebrated wineries and ranked among the World’s Top 100 Restaurants (2024), with a premium guided tasting overlooking Lake Hayes and the surrounding alpine scenery.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Alpine Wine Tours

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Wine Tastings
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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