Queenstown Afternoon Gin, Wine & Beer Tour | NZ Local Guide
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Is Queenstown Afternoon Gin, Wine & Beer Tour | NZ Local Guide worth booking?
Queenstown Afternoon Gin, Wine & Beer Tour | NZ Local Guide is a 3.5-hour experience in Queenstown, New Zealand, from $229 per person. It scores 66 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 19 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 66 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (19)
- Duration
- 3.5 hours
- From
- $229 per person
Go Beyond the Traditional Queenstown Wine Tour Escape Queenstown for an afternoon combining Central Otago wine, New Zealand craft gin and locally brewed beer, with spectacular wine-country and alpine river scenery along
What you get
- Sample locally brewed craft beer at Canyon Brewing above the Shotover River — wine option available
- See Queenstown through the eyes of a New Zealand-born Queenstown local guide
- Travel in comfort by Mercedes-Benz Sprinter from central Queenstown
- Experience an adults-only tour in a small group — maximum 10 guests
- Wander the Home Block vineyard at Gibbston Valley with a glass of Pinot Noir
- Three distinctive tasting experiences — Central Otago wine, local artisan gin & local craft beer
About this experience
Go Beyond the Traditional Queenstown Wine Tour Escape Queenstown for an afternoon combining Central Otago wine, New Zealand craft gin and locally brewed beer, with spectacular wine-country and alpine river scenery along the way. Taste Pinot Noir where Central Otago wine history was made at Gibbston Valley Wines, then wander the Home Block vineyard with your glass in hand. Switch things up with craft gin at GT Tasting Room before heading to Canyon Brewing, where beer is brewed on-site above the spectacular Shotover River. Prefer wine? Wine options are available at the gin and beer stops. Journey from the vineyards and rugged mountains of Gibbston to the dramatic Shotover River, with a New Zealand-born Queenstown local guide sharing local knowledge along the way. From Pinot Noir among the vines to craft beer above the Shotover. Three distinctive tasting experiences. One afternoon beyond the usual wine tour. Prefer it private? Upgrade to a Private Queenstown Gin, Wine & Beer Tour.
What's included
Included
- Sample locally brewed craft beer at Canyon Brewing above the Shotover River — wine option available
- See Queenstown through the eyes of a New Zealand-born Queenstown local guide
- Travel in comfort by Mercedes-Benz Sprinter from central Queenstown
- Experience an adults-only tour in a small group — maximum 10 guests
- Wander the Home Block vineyard at Gibbston Valley with a glass of Pinot Noir
- Three distinctive tasting experiences — Central Otago wine, local artisan gin & local craft beer
- Sip premium New Zealand artisan craft gin at GT Tasting Room — wine tasting available instead
- Taste Pinot Noir at Gibbston Valley Wines — the founding winery of the Gibbston region
- Journey from Gibbston wine country to the dramatic Shotover River landscape
What you'll see and do
Discover Queenstown with Alpine Wine Tours on an adults-only small-group afternoon combining Central Otago wine, New Zealand gin, local craft beer and spectacular wine-country scenery.
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Queenstown
Leave central Queenstown behind for an afternoon journey through Gibbston wine country and on to Arthur’s Point, combining three distinctive tasting experiences with some of the region’s spectacular landscapes.
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Gibbston
Journey into Gibbston, known as the “Valley of the Vines”, where vineyards stretch beneath rugged mountains along the Kawarau River. Discover one of Central Otago’s renowned wine-growing areas before your wine and gin experiences.
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Gibbston Valley Winery
Taste Pinot Noir where Central Otago wine history was made. At Gibbston Valley Wines, the founding winery of the Gibbston region and the winery that helped put Central Otago wine on the world map, savour the wines that made this remarkable region famous. Then take your glass of Pinot Noir into the Home Block vineyard, wandering amongst the vines against the spectacular backdrop of Gibbston’s rugged mountains — an iconic Central Otago wine country experience.
45 minutes here · Admission included
Then switch things up at GT Tasting Room at Gibbston Tavern with a hosted tasting of premium New Zealand craft gin. Discover locally made artisan spirits in a relaxed setting in the heart of Gibbston — or, if gin isn’t your thing, choose a hosted wine tasting instead.
45 minutes here · Admission included
Leave Gibbston wine country behind and journey towards Arthur’s Point and the dramatic Shotover River — a striking change of scenery as your afternoon moves from vineyards and vines to one of Queenstown’s most iconic alpine river landscapes.
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Sip locally brewed craft beer above one of Queenstown’s most dramatic river landscapes. Perched high above the Shotover River, Canyon Brewing pairs epic canyon and mountain views with its own on-site microbrewery. Settle into the relaxed beer garden, where hops grow around you, and taste a flight of beers brewed right here in Queenstown. Prefer wine? A New Zealand wine tasting is available instead.
45 minutes here · Admission included
Queenstown
Return to central Queenstown after an afternoon that takes you from the vineyards of Gibbston to the dramatic Shotover River, with Central Otago wine, New Zealand craft gin and locally brewed beer along the way.
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Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Queenstown
Your tour meets at the Tour Operators Bus Stop, 43 Camp Street (outside Marmolada Café, near Camp & Shotover Streets). Please be ready at 2:50pm for a 3:00pm departure. Look for our grey Alpine Wine Tours Mercedes-Benz Sprinter — your host will be there to welcome you.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Your tour meets at the Tour Operators Bus Stop, 43 Camp Street (outside Marmolada Café, near Camp & Shotover Streets). Please be ready at 2:50pm for a 3:00pm departure. Look for our grey Alpine Wine Tours Mercedes-Benz Sprinter — your host will be there to welcome you.
Options you can book
Private Gin, Wine & Beer Tour
Upgrade to a Private Tour: Upgrade to your own private tour exclusively for your group. Perfect for couples, friends, birthdays, and celebrations.
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Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Alpine Wine Tours
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Exclusively for adults (18 and over)
- Boutique small-group tour (maximum 10 guests)
- Drinking age in New Zealand is 18 years
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Good to know
- Duration
- 3.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 18+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $229 to $649
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 7
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 66
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Queenstown Afternoon Gin, Wine & Beer Tour | NZ Local Guide: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Queenstown.
How much does Queenstown Afternoon Gin, Wine & Beer Tour | NZ Local Guide cost?
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Prices start at $229 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Queenstown usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Queenstown Afternoon Gin, Wine & Beer Tour | NZ Local Guide take?
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Plan for about 3.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Queenstown is not rushed.
Is Queenstown Afternoon Gin, Wine & Beer Tour | NZ Local Guide worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 66 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 19 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Queenstown, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Queenstown Afternoon Gin, Wine & Beer Tour | NZ Local Guide?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Queenstown Afternoon Gin, Wine & Beer Tour | NZ Local Guide suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 18. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 3.5-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Queenstown Afternoon Gin, Wine & Beer Tour | NZ Local Guide?
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Around 7 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Queenstown can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Queenstown and add a light layer if any part of the 3.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Queenstown Afternoon Gin, Wine & Beer Tour | NZ Local Guide start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Queenstown within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Queenstown?
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On Outty we rank every Queenstown experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Premium Milford Sound Small Group Tour & Cruise from Queenstown, Milford Sound Premium Small Group Tour & Cruise from Queenstown, Award Winning Premium Wine Tour Queenstown Tasting at 4 Wineries. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Queenstown?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Queenstown?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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