Queenstown Wine & Food Tour: Scenery, Tastings & Delicious Lunch!
Queenstown, New Zealand

Queenstown Wine & Food Tour: Scenery, Tastings & Delicious Lunch!

Outty Ranking 84 4.9 · 342 traveler reviews5.5 hoursFrom $162
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Outty Ranking

84/100

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Traveler rating

4.9/5

Based on 342 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is Queenstown Wine & Food Tour: Scenery, Tastings & Delicious Lunch! worth booking?

Queenstown Wine & Food Tour: Scenery, Tastings & Delicious Lunch! is a 5.5-hour experience in Queenstown, New Zealand, from $162 per person. It scores 84 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 342 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
84 / 100
Rating
4.9/5 (342)
Duration
5.5 hours
From
$162 per person

Discover the Best of Central Otago on our Wine & Food Tour! Embark on a 5-hour Queenstown wine tour through the picturesque wine region, where you'll indulge in a delightful combination of local produce and world-class wines. Enjoy a delicious winery lunch, perfectly paired with an estate wine from a boutique vineyard. This tour includes a wine-cave experience, offering behind-the-scenes insights into the Central Otago wine industry. Ideal for those with limited time, this relaxed and scenic wine and food tour showcases Queenstown’s best wineries in a tranquil, unforgettable setting. We can’t wait to share our corner of the wine world with you. Book your unforgettable wine tour experience today! Occasionally, a listed winery may be unavailable on the day — but don’t worry, we’ll visit another boutique winery that’s just as charming and memorable.

What you get

    About this experience

    Discover the Best of Central Otago on our Wine & Food Tour! Embark on a 5-hour Queenstown wine tour through the picturesque wine region, where you'll indulge in a delightful combination of local produce and world-class wines. Enjoy a delicious winery lunch, perfectly paired with an estate wine from a boutique vineyard. This tour includes a wine-cave experience, offering behind-the-scenes insights into the Central Otago wine industry. Ideal for those with limited time, this relaxed and scenic wine and food tour showcases Queenstown’s best wineries in a tranquil, unforgettable setting. We can’t wait to share our corner of the wine world with you. Book your unforgettable wine tour experience today! Occasionally, a listed winery may be unavailable on the day — but don’t worry, we’ll visit another boutique winery that’s just as charming and memorable.

    What's included

    Included

    • Local guide
    • Driver/guide
    • In-vehicle air conditioning
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off from selected hotels
    • Hosted wine tasting at 3 wineries
    • Lunch

    Not included

    • Gratuities

    What you'll see and do

    1. Gibbston Valley Winery

      Home to New Zealand's largest underground wine cave.

      45 minutes here · Admission included

    2. Kinross

      Enjoy a fully hosted wine tasting followed by wine & food paired a la carte lunch

      90 minutes here · Admission included

    3. Gibbston

      Wine tasting at 3rd boutique winery

      60 minutes here

    Where it starts and ends

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 20 minutes before departure.

    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
    Queenstown Wine Trail

    Know before you go

    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Minimum age is 18 years
    • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
    • Not suitable for infants or children

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 343 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    10 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Food and drink

    10 mentions

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    8 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Photo opportunities

    2 mentions

    The views and photo stops come up again and again.

    Small groups

    2 mentions

    The group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.

    Traveler reviews

    343 verified traveler reviews for Queenstown Wine & Food Tour: Scenery, Tastings & Delicious Lunch!. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    Navigator05814121221 · October 2026

    Great day, great wine, great company!

    Highly recommend - Fantastic wine tour with Queenstown Wine Trail! Our guide Rob was excellent both as driver and story teller, very knowledgeable with the region's history, people and the vinyards. He is a quintessential Kiwi legend! 😀 Thanks Rob! The tour was very well paced of a small group of 7, 3 Americans, an Irish, a Filipino and us fron NZ, who all became very well acquainted quickly. The wines were overall delicious but we certainly had at least one favorite from each Vinyard. The lunch at Kinross Winery was beautiful and delicious. Must tries are the beef check, lamb shank and pizzas. Everyone we met was friendly and very proud of their wine and the region. The wine tour exceeded our expectations. Thanks QT Kiwi Wine Trail for an unforgettable experience.

    via Tripadvisor

    roberttL6234LL · October 2026

    The perfect day !

    The perfect day ! We had T as our guide, who took great care of us. Wines were amazing, wonderful scenery and commentary. Food/lunch was very nice and enjoyed the cheese shop and cave experience. Can’t recommend T and the tour enough. We had a group of 6 which was loads of fun.

    via Tripadvisor

    gglaze001 · October 2026

    Lovely lunch and wine tour

    Wonderful experience with a knowledgeable guide. The Lunch was 5Stars!! Interesting wines

    via Tripadvisor

    Compass775574 · October 2026

    Great choice of wineries

    Fantastic wine and food tour. The meal and selection of wine tastings were very good. The guide was extremely knowledgeable and it was great to be picked up and dropped off at my location. I highly recommend a wine tasting experience with this company.

    via Tripadvisor

    Patricia_D · October 2026

    Small group Queenstown wine and food tour

    Fabian our guide was excellent. Knowledgeable, personable, informative and a great driver. Vineyards were very good, with the wines and food at Kinross excellent.

    via Viator

    Good to know

    Duration
    5.5 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $162 to $279
    Hotel pickup
    Included for all travelers
    Booked in 30 days
    120
    Verdict
    Exceptional

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Queenstown Wine Trail, who run 3 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 79.6.

    See everything Queenstown Wine Trail runs

    Why this scores 84

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)93
    Review evidence (18% weight)79
    Booking momentum (14% weight)76
    Value for money (12% weight)83
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)55
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Queenstown Wine & Food Tour: Scenery, Tastings & Delicious Lunch!: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Queenstown.

    How much does Queenstown Wine & Food Tour: Scenery, Tastings & Delicious Lunch! cost?

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    Prices start at $162 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 Wine & Food Tour: Scenery, Tastings & Delicious Lunch! take?

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    Plan for about 5.5 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 Wine & Food Tour: Scenery, Tastings & Delicious Lunch! worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 84 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 342 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Queenstown, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Queenstown Wine & Food Tour: Scenery, Tastings & Delicious Lunch!?

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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 Wine & Food Tour: Scenery, Tastings & Delicious Lunch! suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 5.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Queenstown Wine & Food Tour: Scenery, Tastings & Delicious Lunch!?

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    Around 120 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 5.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Queenstown Wine & Food Tour: Scenery, Tastings & Delicious Lunch! 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, Lord of the Rings Scenic Half Day Tour from Queenstown. 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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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in Queenstown Wine & Food Tour: Scenery, Tastings & Delicious Lunch!?

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    Included: Local guide; Driver/guide; In-vehicle air conditioning; Hotel pickup and drop-off from selected hotels; and Hosted wine tasting at 3 wineries. Not included: Gratuities. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Does Queenstown Wine & Food Tour: Scenery, Tastings & Delicious Lunch! include hotel pickup?

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    Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 22 listed pickup locations in and around Queenstown. Be ready about 20 minutes before the start time.

    What languages is Queenstown Wine & Food Tour: Scenery, Tastings & Delicious Lunch! offered in?

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    It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Queenstown Wine & Food Tour: Scenery, Tastings & Delicious Lunch!?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    Is Queenstown Wine & Food Tour: Scenery, Tastings & Delicious Lunch! wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Not suitable for infants or children. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Queenstown Wine & Food Tour: Scenery, Tastings & Delicious Lunch! if the weather is bad?

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    It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Queenstown. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.

    What do travelers say about Queenstown Wine & Food Tour: Scenery, Tastings & Delicious Lunch!?

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    Across 342 reviews averaging 4.9 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, food and drink, knowledge and storytelling. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

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