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Half-Day Gourmet Food & Wine Tour with Gibbston Valley Wine Cave Tour & Winery Lunch with Paired Wines

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Experience a day of indulgence on a food and wine adventure that bottles up the best of the Central Otago region. Be whisked away by your experienced wine guide to three fabulous winery hotspots: Gibbston, Bannockburn and Cromwell. Wander through New Zealand’s largest underground wine cave on a guided tour, then savour a uniquely prepared lunch – five mouthwatering dishes cooked in retired oak barrels, matched with five local wines.

Inclusions
  • Valid for one child (6–17) or one adult (18+)
    • Please note: Must be aged 18+ for alcohol consumption
  • Half-day gourmet food and wine tour (*approximately 6.5 hours)
  • Enjoy tastings at three premium vineyards and The Stoaker Room
  • Visit three wine sub-regions: Gibbston, Bannockburn and Cromwell
  • Guided tour through Gibbston Valley wine cave (*must be 17+ for tour)
  • Unique wine barrel-cooked lunch with matching wines at The Stoaker Room restaurant
  • Cheeseboard that accompanies a wine tasting
  • Visit to historic Arrowtown
  • Stroll through Old Cromwell (time permitting)
  • Full commentary on the sights, wine and history of the region
  • Return transfers from selected central Queenstown or Arrowtown hotels
  • Available every day on request: Departs 9.30am; returns 4pm (approximately)
Overview
Duration: From 7 hours
Printed, Mixed, Digital vouchers accepted
Language: English (New Zealand)
From¥31,450/person
Includes taxes & fees
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Important:

  • Exclusions: Additional food and drinks, and take-home wines or merchandise from winery shops
  • Any additional personal expenses must be paid directly to vendor(s)
  • Please note: Bookings are not valid on public holidays
  • Pick-Up/Drop-Off Point: Return transfers are available from selected central Queenstown or Arrowtown hotels. Please advise of accommodation location at time of booking
  • Central Queenstown Pick-up Point: The meeting point will be outside the Station Building, located at the corner of Shotover and Camp Street
  • Exact pick-up times will be provided upon booking
  • Please ensure you are at your pick-up location no later than the scheduled departure time. Late arrivals and no-shows voids offer
  • Set menu restrictions apply. Any additional personal expenses must be paid directly to the vendor(s)
  • Please notify at the time of booking of any dietary requirements and menu preference
  • Valid for dine-in only
  • Please allow up to seven hours for this experience, including travel time

Terms & Conditions:

  • Child rate applies for children aged 6–17. Children aged 5 and under are not permitted. Children under 18 must be accompanied by a paying adult/guardian aged 18+
  • Must be aged 18+ for alcohol consumption and provide valid ID upon request
  • Cave Tour: Children under the age of 16 cannot attend the Gibbston Valley cave tour and must wait with the guide in the cellar door
  • Minimum two adults required for tour to run
  • Maximum group size per tour is 12 guests
  • Itinerary is subject to change depending on availability, weather and road conditions
  • Appellation Wine Tours cannot be held accountable for any tour cancellations or changes caused by weather conditions, road hazards, vehicle malfunctions, or other unexpected circumstances that may impede the scheduled tour. Appellation Wine Tours retains the right to cancel or alter any trip due to uncontrollable factors, including but not limited to weather conditions, mechanical issues, as well as limited or unavailable parking on-site

Cancellations:

  • Cancellations made more than 48 hours before tour departure date: Bookings will be refunded less a penalty from NZ$10 (per transaction)
  • Cancellations within 48 hours of tour departure date, late arrivals and no-shows: 100% cancellation fee applies

Changes to Booking:

  • 48 hours’ notice is required to change a booking you have made. Bookings cannot be rescheduled within 48 hours of tour departure date
  • Changes must be made by calling +643 442 6920 from 8am–8pm NZST time or emailed to bookings@appellationwinetours.nz

Please Note:

  • Bookings for this offer are limited and subject to availability. Not valid with any other offer
  • Entire value must be used in one visit; any unused portions will be forfeited, and cannot be used at a later date

Important:

We reserve the right to modify prices for marketing and commercial reasons. Please note that full terms and conditions apply. Full terms and conditions are located on the terms and conditions page of our website

Appellation Wine Tours

Go beyond Queenstown’s typical attractions with Appellation Wine Tours and discover the charm of the Central Otago region. Established in 1999 by Philip Green and Wendy Johnston, Appellation Wine Tours offers a range of award-winning tours that allow visitors and locals to explore fine wine, fresh food and breathtaking alpine scenery.

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