Queenstown & Gibbston Valley: Hop-On Hop-Off Wine Tours
Queenstown-Lakes District, Otago, Queenstown
Discover Queenstown, Arrowtown, and Gibbston Valley at your own pace as you experience its scenic locations, iconic adventure activities, and the finest craft beers, wine, and cuisine in the region.
This hop-on hop-off tour in Queenstown suits independent travellers wanting to explore local wineries, breweries, and attractions at their own pace.
Highlights
- Visit popular locations across the Queenstown region
- Freedom to hop on and off at multiple stops
- Explore some of the region's best wineries and breweries
- Choose how long to stay at each destination
Description
Become your own tour guide for a full day, exploring Queenstown's wineries, breweries, and local attractions. Enjoy the area's wine offerings and scenic sights around Queenstown and Gibbston Valley. Friendly drivers provide useful information about each stop.
The tour follows a single loop starting from Queenstown, then Arthurs Point, Arrowtown, Gibbston Valley, and returns to Queenstown. You will receive a timetable upon joining, outlining scheduled bus stops throughout the day.
Hop on and off as you wish. The full-day tour allows time for 5 to 6 stops, including options for a longer lunch break.
Stop Options
- Shotover Jet boat ride
- Canyon Food & Brew Co
- Cargo Brewery
- Strike Bowl bowling and entertainment center
- Gantley’s Tavern
- Arrowtown historical gold mining town
- Rifters, Arrowtown
- The Winery, Arrowtown
- Ayrburn
- Mora Wines & Kitchen by Artisan
- Amisfield Bistro & Cellar Door
- Nockies Palette Wines at Stoneridge
- Gibbston Valley Winery
- The Church Cellar Door and Cafe
- Mt Rosa Wines
- Brennan Wines
- Kinross Cellar Door & Bistro
- Gibbston Tavern
- Rockburn Cellar Door
- The Crown
- Frankton Arms Tavern
- Altitude Brewing
- The Winery, Queenstown
Includes
- Transport
- Map and timetable
- Pickup and drop-off
- Knowledgeable driver guide and commentary
Excludes
- Food and beverages
- Tasting fees
Important Information
- Provider requires notice for bookings over 8 customers
- Bring your own food and water
- Arrive at stops 5 minutes before departure time
- Supplier is not responsible for delays caused by traffic or late arrivals
- Some wineries charge tasting fees; charges may be waived with purchases
- Prebook lunch to avoid disappointment
- Prebook wine tastings to secure availability
Cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
To make the most of this tour, bring comfortable shoes, dress for variable weather, and plan tastings or meals ahead by prebooking where possible.
