Gourmet Food, Wine and Cheese Tour from Queenstown

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Gourmet Food, Wine and Cheese Tour from Queenstown

2 Adults x $174.51

$349.02

Approx Total

$349.02

Pickup included

Inclusions / Exclusions

Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
Knowledgeable Wine Guide with fascinating commentary
Enjoy a lovely cheese platter which accompanies one of the wine tastings
Transport by luxury vehicle
An exquisite lunch consisting of 5 dishes cooked in retired oak barrels and matched with wines.
Wine tastings at 4 vineyards over 3 contrasting wine sub-regions

Gratuities
Alcoholic drinks or wine purchases (available to purchase)

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.

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Pickup details

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. ... Read more ▼

Itinerary

Lake Hayes (Pass By)

Take in the incredible views of Lake Hayes on a good day.
Kawarau Suspension Bridge (Pass By)

View the historic Kawarau Suspension Bridge and home of the AJ Hackett Bungy
N/A (Pass By)

You might get to see people throwing themselves off the bridge on the way past!
Bannockburn

Bannockburn is the second wine sub-region we visit and we will stop into one of the many vineyards here for a tasting.

30 minutes
Gibbston Valley Winery

Take a guided tour through New Zealand's largest wine cave.

40 minutes
N/A

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.

1 hour
Cromwell Heritage Precinct

Optional visit to historic Cromwell town (time & weather permitting)

15 minutes
Gibbston

We head back into the Gibbston region for a tasting and cheese pairing.

45 minutes
Cromwell

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.

30 minutes
Arrowtown Chinese Settlement

Our final stop for the day is in historic Arrowtown. Check out the Chinese Settlement or take a wander down the main street.

30 minutes

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

Free Cancellation

February 07100% refund

February 08No refund

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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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