Travel Guide for
Queenstown

Queenstown Classic Wine Tour: 3 Winery Visits, Cave Tour & Cheese

Classic Wine Tour - Running Daily 1:30pm - 5pm Get a real taste for Central Otago wines with an interactive afternoon tour through Queenstown’s neighbouring wine region, Gibbston, otherwise known as the “Valley of Vines”. Enjoy tastings at three unique cellar doors including a guided tour and wine tasting inside New Zealand’s largest wine cave. Also, enjoy a delightful cheeseboard to accompany one of the wine tastings. Enjoy a full running commentary from your passionate and enthusiastic Wine Guide. Learn about this pioneering wine region and its evolution from just a couple of rows of vines into a world-renowned Pinot Noir producer. Be returned to your accommodation at approximately 5pm.

Arrowtown To Queenstown: A Full Day Mountain Biking Adventure

This self-guided ride begins with a prompt shuttle bus to Arrowtown, where you’ll be fitted with a bike and given all the details for your ride. The ride follows the stunning Arrow River Trail, crossing the river via a few spectacular bridges. You'll then join the Twin Rivers Trail, which winds alongside the Kawarau and Shotover rivers, with some challenging climbs along the way. The route finishes at Around The Basin's shop in central Queenstown (3 Searle Lane). With 36 km of hilly terrain, this ride will take around 3.5 to 4 hours. We recommend an electric bike to make the journey more comfortable and enjoyable, helping you tackle the climbs with ease while you take in the beautiful scenery. Shuttle depart Queenstown as follows: • SUMMER (1 Sept - 30 Apr): 9:00 am • WINTER (1 May - 31 Aug): 10:00 am

Gourmet Food and Wine Tour Queenstown All-Inclusive Tour

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.

20 minute Queenstown Scenic Flight

View the spectacular sights of Queenstown and the Wakatipu basin from above, aboard this 20 minute scenic flight.

Bike The Wineries 3/4 Day Ride - Queenstown

This self-guided 3/4-day ride starts with a prompt shuttle bus departing from Around The Basin’s shop in Queenstown to their bike hub at Arrow Junction (7 km from Arrowtown). There, you'll be fitted with a bike and given all the details for your ride. The first section covers 6 km (4 miles) of scenic trail, following the Arrow and Kawarau river gorges, crossing the Edgar Swing Bridge, and reaching the iconic Kawarau Bungy Jump Bridge. From there, enjoy cycling through the Gibbston Wine Region, where you can stop at as many cellar doors as you like. The full ride covers around 17 km (11 miles) of undulating, gravel trail. The shuttle will pick you up at the designated time give in the briefing from your chosen winery in Gibbston Valley. Wineries in the Gibbston Valley: • Gibbston Valley Winery • Gibbston Tavern and Tasting Room • Rockburn • Kinross • The Church • Mt Rosa • Brennan Wines • Watiri Creek

Queenstown Hop-on Hop-off Evening Beer Tour

Hop on Hop off Beer Tours run every Thursday - Saturday night from 5pm - 10pm with easy pick-up and drop-off in Queenstown centre. This evening beer tour allows all you beer buffs to have x4 1hr stops at some great locations and trial some delicious local brews. Check out some of the great specials and discounts offered exclusively to Hop on Hop off customers at each stop!

Milford Sound Flight and Cruise ex Queenstown

Air Milford hosts you on an intimate experience, combining two incredible scenic flights into Fiordland National Park with a Nature Cruise through the fiord itself. Enjoy reserved seating for Air Milford passengers aboard the cruise and commentary from the passionate skippers while exploring the nooks and crannies along the edge of the fiord, nudging into sheer rock faces to examine flora and fauna in detail. Enjoy return flights to Milford Sound so you can experience its beauty from all angles.

Queenstown Afternoon Wine Tour | Adults Only

Spend a relaxed afternoon tasting your way through Central Otago’s stunning Gibbston Valley—also known as the “Valley of the Vines.” This small-group tour is perfect for wine lovers short on time but big on flavour. Visit three award-winning wineries, starting with a guided tasting at Gibbston Valley Wines, the region’s pioneering cellar door. Sample their signature Pinot Noir, along with crisp whites and elegant rosés. Continue to Kinross, where you’ll taste wines from some of Central Otago’s most celebrated labels—Valli, Wild Irishman, High Garden, and Hawkshead—all in one exclusive setting. End the day at the renowned Amisfield winery, known for both its striking views and exceptional wines. Travel in a luxury Mercedes Sprinter, hosted by your knowledgeable local wine guide. With a maximum of 10 guests, this boutique adults-only experience offers a perfect blend of flavour, scenery, and local hospitality.

Milford Sound Coach & Cruise from Queenstown: Panoramic Views

A seamless journey from Queenstown to Milford Sound, where stunning views are made even better by fascinating stories from your driver. Enjoy a premium coach journey with panoramic windows, glass roofs, and USB charging ports. From Queenstown, journey along Lake Whakatipu and onto the Milford Road before meeting your cruise in Milford Sound. Includes options to pre-order a picnic lunch or choose the To Kai buffet on selected departures. With 70+ years of expertise, we deliver unforgettable journeys and a premium experience for all. Download our free app to hear the commentary in eight languages. With round-trip transport from Queenstown and an easy cruise connection, everything is sorted, so you can lose yourself in the wonder of Milford Sound.