Gourmet Food and Wine Tour with Lunch and Wine Tastings

Wine Tour of Gibbston, Cromwell, and Bannockburn Wine Regions

This guided wine tour explores four premium vineyards across Gibbston, Cromwell, and Bannockburn near Queenstown, suited for wine enthusiasts seeking regional tastings and local history.

Highlights

• Tour Australasia's largest underground wine cave with wine and cheese pairing
• Sample wines at four premium vineyards
• Enjoy a wine-barrel cooked lunch featuring five tasting dishes with wine pairings
• Explore Old Cromwell town and Arrowtown

Description

Visit four distinctive vineyards over three scenic wine sub-regions, including a unique tasting experience inside Australasia's largest underground wine cave. The tour includes a wine-barrel cooked lunch composed of five tasting dishes carefully matched with local wines.

Guests will also taste local cheeses at a vineyard and visit the historic towns of Old Cromwell and Arrowtown. The route follows the Kawarau Gorge, where you can view the historic Kawarau Bridge and the original AJ Hackett Bungy site. Along the way, hear insights into the early pioneering history of this rugged region.

Includes

• Hotel pick-up and drop-off from central Queenstown
• Experienced driver-guide
• Transport throughout the tour
• All wine tastings mentioned in the itinerary
• Wine-barrel cooked lunch with five tasting dishes and wine pairings

Excludes

• Any additional wine purchases

Important Information

• Please notify the operator of any special dietary requirements when booking
• A minimum of two participants is required for the tour to operate. If not met, you will be offered an alternative date or a full refund

Easy Cancellation

You can cancel up to 24 hours before the tour for a full refund.

To make the most of this tour, book in advance and bring a hat and comfortable walking shoes. The best time to visit is during the wine harvest season from late summer to early autumn.