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Overview
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.
Redemption Instructions
The listed price does not include a transfer fee if staying outside of Queenstown. The supplier will inform you of any extra transfer fees on completion of the booking. Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.
Pickup Information
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.
Language Offered
English-GUIDE
Itinerary
1. Take in the incredible views of Lake Hayes on a good day.
2. View the historic Kawarau Suspension Bridge and home of the AJ Hackett Bungy
3. You might get to see people throwing themselves off the bridge on the way past!
4. Take a guided tour through New Zealand's largest wine cave.
5. Bannockburn is the second wine sub-region we visit and we will stop into one of the many vineyards here for a tasting.
6. Enjoy an unforgettable wine and food matching experience. Utilising retired French Oak Pinot Noir wine barrels, Wild Earth steams, bakes, grills and smokes their delicious array of regional food, which is then matched with Wild Earth wines.
7. Cromwell is the third wine sub-region we visit on this tour. We will stop into one of the many vineyards here for a tasting.
8. Optional visit to historic Cromwell town (time & weather permitting)
9. We head back into the Gibbston region for a tasting and cheese pairing.
10. Our final stop for the day is in historic Arrowtown. Check out the Chinese Settlement or take a wander down the main street.
Inclusion
Knowledgeable Wine Guide with fascinating commentary
Transport by luxury vehicle
Wine tastings at 4 vineyards over 3 contrasting wine sub-regions
Exclusion
Alcoholic drinks or wine purchases (available to purchase)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
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
Minimum age is 18 years
Reviews
4.9
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
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