Central Otago Wine Tour Small Group, Expert Guide & Scenic Views
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7 hours 30 minutes
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Step aboard with Queenstown Wine Trail & discover Central Otago’s finest boutique wineries with the region’s first & longest-running wine tour company. With over 33yrs of experience, our expert WSET-qualified Wine Guides ensure a relaxed, authentic, & unforgettable day, sharing insider knowledge, tasting tips, & stories behind each vineyard.
Travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle with a group of just 8 guests, allowing for personal attention & a truly intimate experience. Enjoy hosted tastings at 4 hand-picked wineries, time for a delicious à la carte lunch & a scenic journey across multiple Central Otago sub-regions, including hidden gems off the tourist path.
Whether you’re a seasoned wine lover or simply looking for a great day out in breathtaking surroundings, we deliver expert guidance, personal touches, & authentic experiences that larger groups simply can’t match.
Sometimes our listed wineries are not available, rest assured, the alternative will be just as lovely.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Kinross
Enjoy a fully hosted wine tasting
Bannockburn
We visit Carrick Winery for wine tasting and lunch (at own cost)
What‘s Included
Entry to all 4 Central Otago wineries
Expert WSET-qualified wine guide & driver, sharing stories, tips, and tasting secrets
Genuine small group – max 8 guests, for a truly personal experience
7-hour journey across multiple Central Otago sub-regions, taking in the best scenery & vineyards
Return transport from central Queenstown & select hotels
Time to enjoy a delicious à la carte winery lunch (at your own expense)
Hosted tastings at 4 boutique Central Otago wineries, hand-picked for quality and character
Lunch, cheese platters, tea/coffee & additional alcoholic beverages and/or wine purchases (available to purchase)
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Central Otago Wine Tour Small Group, Expert Guide & Scenic Views
Reviews
3 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Excellent wine tasting day with Queenstown Wine Trail
Ben R,,Dec 9, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a very enjoyable day with our wine expert guide Clair of Queenstown Wine Trail. Clair was also our driver, although we had booked a small group tour of max. 8 people, my wife and I were the only participants that particular day. We were very happy it was not cancelled when Clair picked us up in a very nice and big luxury SUV and we had a marvelous 7.5 hours long wine and scenic tour with Clair visiting 4 excellent wineries in Gibbston, Cromwell and Bannockburn as well as a few scenic stops at the Cromwell gorge and were very lucky to also witness a bungee jump at the famous gorge bridge. We also had a great and tasty ala cart lunch at the Carrick Winery restaurant. We thank Clair and Queenstown Wine Trail for an excellent wine tasting day learning much about the proud history of fine wine making in Central Otago.
Highly recommended, ZT great locations and excellent wines.
Venture08845591003,,Nov 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We liked all 4 wineries and all wines were good. Some tasted better, some less so. But no one was bad.
A fantastic and memorable family trip
lynnedQ9370SG,,Sep 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was one of the best winery tours if not the best I have ever done. Andrew was amazing in driving and guiding us with his knowledge of the history of the area. The four wineries were all different but had beautiful wine varieties. The playlist in the way home certainly added to the end of a fantastic day. Thank you Andrew!
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