Half Day Boutique Wine Tour ex Queenstown
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November 2025
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What you can expect
Central Otago is one of the best wine regions in New Zealand. Set in a stunning natural environment that captivated the pioneers of old, this verdant area now captures the imagination of winemakers. The Central Otago Wine region showcases picturesque valleys & dramatic gorges and is divided into 6 wine sub regions, of which you will visit 3 regions on your tour. Each region has its unique soil, elevations and other aspects that make Central Otago a premier wine region.
The Boutique Wine Tour is a relaxing half day from Queenstown amongst the finest boutique vineyards & breathtaking scenery of Central Otago. This small group wine tasting tour departs Queenstown daily and brings you to Gibbston and Bannockburn, the heart of the Central Otago wine region. You will visit 4 boutique vineyards located in the idyllic Gibbston Valley and the lesser-known Bannockburn and Cromwell area. The delicious wines from Central Otago, combined with breathtaking scenery and fascinating pioneering history, will make for a memorable Queenstown day out.
With wine tastings at each stop, you will also enjoy a wonderful platter style lunch at a vineyard restaurant. If time permits, the Boutique Wine Tour also includes a visit to old Cromwell Town, where you can learn about the local pioneering history. Together with a friendly and experienced Appellation Wine Tours guide, who is passionate about both wine and the region, you will learn much about wine tasting as well as this special part of the world.
Central Otago’s Pinot Noir wines are world renowned and truly top notch. You will also enjoy the plethora of premium quality white wines including the Chardonnay, Riesling and Pinot Gris wines that are extremely popular. Groups are kept small so the best vineyards can be selected for the group on the day of the tour.
Appellation Wine Tours are an award winning wine tour company offering a highly personalised, interactive and intimate experience while you sit back and take in the scenery from the luxury of a small group minivan.
Location
What you need to know
- Complimentary hotel pick-ups from selected central hotels
- Tastings at 4 boutique vineyards
- Visit Gibbston, Bannockburn and Cromwell
- Shared gourmet platter style lunch at Carrick Winery and Restaurant (or similar)
- Stroll around vines and take in the breathtaking views of the Bannockburn Inlet and Lake Dunstan
- Visit Old Cromwell Town
- Full commentary on the sights, wine and early history of the region
- Additional wine can be purchased at the vineyards
- Air-Conditioned vehicle
- Commentary during the drive through the Kawarau Gorge
- Spectacular scenery of Central Otago
- Explore Cromwell Town (depending on weather conditions)
- Learn about the early pioneering history of the region
- 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.
- Tours depart from The Station Building Bus Stop (corner Camp Street and Shotover Street) or your Central Queenstown Hotels
- __Are any of your wine tours family-friendly for those with small children?__ The Boutique Tour half-day tour allows kids aged 6-17 years. However, wine tours may not be the most suitable for children as they could get bored. There are child care centers in town offering half-day and full-day care if this is an option for you during your wine tour in Queenstown. __Does the Boutique Tour include lunch, and does it visit the underground wine caves?__ Yes, the Boutique Tour by Appellation Boutique Wine Tour includes lunch at a Winery. However, it does not include a visit to the underground wine caves; this is part of the Gourmet Tour during your wine tour Queenstown experience. __How many people are on the Boutique Wine Tour?__ The Boutique Wine Tour by Appellation Boutique Wine Tour is limited to a maximum of 11 people.
- Our daily tours are not appropriate for children under 6 years of age
- 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
- For your information, full details of the Tour Operator including contact phone number will be printed on your tour voucher
- Mobile Vouchers are accepted! - Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
Need help?
- Email us at enquiry@experienceoz.com.au
- Help code: D2B-2BC6
- This experience is supplied by Otago Wine Tours including Lunch from Queenstown
