Our Gibbston founders wine tour in queenstown
Fill your life with memorable moments.
Discover Gibbston, the pioneering heart of Central Otago wine, on a private half day wine tour from Queenstown. Visit three carefully selected vineyards, taste current release Pinot Noir and cool climate wines, and explore the people, history and dramatic landscapes that helped establish Central Otago as one of New Zealand’s most celebrated wine regions.
What to expect
Private Experience
Just 25 minutes from Queenstown, Gibbston is the perfect destination for a half day private wine tour. Travel through the spectacular Kawarau Gorge and spend the afternoon exploring boutique vineyards, cellar doors and the fascinating story of Central Otago’s early wine pioneers.
UP TO 15 GUESTS
Contact us for larger groups
Duration
12:30pm- 5:00pm
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Explore the vineyards, spectacular landscapes and fascinating history of Gibbston, Central Otago’s pioneering wine region..
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Enjoy current release wine tastings at three carefully selected Gibbston vineyards, including renowned Pinot Noir and cool climate varieties.
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Relax over a regional cheeseboard accompanied by local wine, surrounded by the dramatic scenery of Gibbston wine country.
Sample Itinerary
Queenstown
Journey starts with a tour of Queenstown, enriched by stories of its historic past en route to your first boutique vineyard, then continues into the award-winning Gibbston region, known as the Valley of the Vines.
Gibbston Region Vineyard 1
Known as the "Valley of the Vines," Gibbston is Central Otago's most iconic wine region. Surrounded by dramatic mountain scenery, visit a boutique vineyard and enjoy a current release tasting while discovering the history, people and cool climate wines that have made this region world renowned.
Gibbston Region Vineyard 2
Travel the back roads of Gibbston and discover where the locals go, taking in spectacular vineyard scenery and the region’s pioneering wine history. Visit a second carefully selected Gibbston vineyard and enjoy a relaxed tasting of current release wines while discovering more about the people, vineyards and stories behind the region.
Gibbston Region Vineyard 3
Complete your journey through Gibbston with a tasting at a third boutique vineyard, discovering another expression of the region’s renowned Pinot Noir and cool climate wines. Here, you’ll also taste wines from Central Otago’s warmer wine subregions, offering a glimpse of the regions waiting to be explored on your next visit.
Arrowtown
Conclude your journey with a drive through of historic Arrowtown and take in the charm and history dating back to the gold rush on route back to Queenstown.
WHATS INCLUDED
Premium Luxury Vehicles
Travel in comfort and style with Queenstown's most luxurious fleet, including Range Rover Vogue, Mercedes V-Class and Mercedes Sprinter Executive vehicles. View our premium fleet in the Our Fleet section of our website and discover the Latitude 45 difference.
Artisan Cheeseboard
Enjoy a beautifully presented artisan cheeseboard featuring a selection of locally sourced cheeses, seasonal accompaniments and regional produce. Carefully curated to compliment Central Otago wines, it provides the perfect opportunity to relax and savour the flavours of the region.
What's NOT Included
Please note that any wine purchases made during the day, along with any associated shipping or freight costs, are arranged directly between the guest and the vineyard. These costs are not included in the tour price. Gratuities for guides are also not included and remain entirely at the guest's discretion.
faq's
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Gibbston Founders Wine Tour a private wine tour from Queenstown?
Yes. The Gibbston Founders Wine Tour is a private half day wine tour from Queenstown, with private transport exclusively for your group. Gibbston wine country is approximately 25 minutes from Queenstown, making it ideal for guests wanting to experience Central Otago wine without committing to a full day tour.
What wineries do you visit on the Gibbston Founders Wine Tour?
The tour visits three carefully selected boutique vineyards and cellar doors throughout Gibbston. Rather than following a fixed list, we select vineyards that best showcase Gibbston Pinot Noir, cool climate wines, local producers and the pioneering history of Central Otago wine.
is this a good Central Otago wine tour for first time visitors?
Absolutely. Gibbston Founders is designed as an introduction to Central Otago wine and is particularly suited to first time visitors, couples and private groups. You’ll discover Gibbston’s vineyards, wine history and Pinot Noir, while also tasting selected wines from warmer Central Otago wine regions you may wish to explore on a future visit.
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