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6 Hour Wine Sampler Day Tour

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The Queenstown Wine Sampler has been voted by Tripadvisor as the Top Wine Experience in the world in 2021! Join the wine experts for a five hour wine sampler tour to taste 18 cool climate New Zealand wines plus explore a unique underground winery cave in Gibbston Valley and enjoy lunch in a spectacular location. Taste Queenstown’s iconic Pinot Noir and aromatic wines, meet the winemakers and step behind the scenes to learn about the secrets that help put New Zealand wines on the global map. This Queenstown wine sampler day tour is the perfect food and wine experience for the wine enthusiast, sightseer or thrill-seeker wanting to slow down and enjoy the finer things in life.
Inclusions
* Wine tastings and presentations at 4 cellar doors in Gibbston * Optional lunch at a premier location (at your expense) * Guided tour of New Zealand's largest underground wine cave * Complimentary branded wine glass to take home * Transfers from Queenstown accommodation * Transport in a premium Mercedes van * Free on board WIFI * Fun on board videos
Exclusions
* Lunch
Options
* Optional lunch at a premier location (at your expense)
Highlights
* Tour the wine cave at Gibbston Valley (the largest in New Zealand) * Your tour will visit Gibbston Valley Winery, Kinross & Mt Rosa. The last stop on the day is guides choice, these wineries may include Brennan Wines, Waitiri Creek, Rockburn, Amisfield or Akarua
Time
* The 6 hour Wine Sampler tour departs Queenstown daily at 10am and returns around 4pm.
Duration
* 6 hours
Additional Information
* Please note minimum passenger numbers are required for this tour to operate. * Please remember to bring along valid identification (particularly if you look under 25) This is either an NZ drivers license or International passport. Overseas driver licenses will not be accepted.
Booking Information
* Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking * Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience * For your information, full details of the Tour Operator including contact phone number will be printed on your tour voucher * Mobile Vouchers are accepted! - Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
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About 6 Hour Wine Sampler Day Tour
About 6 Hour Wine Sampler Day Tour
This 6-hour wine tour was voted Tripadvisor's #1 World's Best Wine Experience in 2021. You'll join a wine expert to taste 18 cool-climate New Zealand wines, explore a unique underground wine cave in Gibbston Valley, and enjoy lunch at a picturesque location. This tour is perfect for wine lovers, sightseers, or anyone wanting to experience the finer things in life.
Why 6 Hour Wine Sampler Day Tour is a must
This tour was voted the #1 World's Best Wine Experience by Tripadvisor in 2021. You will taste 18 cool-climate New Zealand wines, explore New Zealand's largest underground wine cave in Gibbston Valley, and have the opportunity to meet winemakers to learn about the wine-making process.
Top things to do at 6 Hour Wine Sampler Day Tour
Visit the wine cave at Gibbston Valley, New Zealand's largest underground wine cave. Taste wines and enjoy presentations from 4 Gibbston wineries, including Gibbston Valley Winery, Kinross, and Mt Rosa. The final stop will depend on the guide and may be Brennan Wines, Waitiri Creek, Rockburn, Amisfield, or Akarua.
How to get to 6 Hour Wine Sampler Day Tour
Premium Mercedes van transfers are available from your Queenstown accommodation.
Location of 6 Hour Wine Sampler Day Tour
This activity starts in Queenstown and travels to Gibbston Valley, home to various wineries such as Gibbston Valley Winery, Kinross, and Mt Rosa.
Opening hours of 6 Hour Wine Sampler Day Tour
The tour departs from Queenstown daily at 10:00 AM and returns around 4:00 PM.
Facilities at 6 Hour Wine Sampler Day Tour
Premium Mercedes van service Free Wi-Fi on board Receive a branded wine glass as a souvenir Enjoy entertaining videos on board
Know Before You Go
This tour requires a minimum number of participants to operate. Please bring valid identification (especially for those under 25 years old), such as a New Zealand driver's license or an international passport. Foreign driver's licenses are not accepted. Optional gourmet lunch is available at a premium location (additional cost). You will receive a tour voucher upon booking. Vouchers can be presented printed or on a mobile device on the day of the activity.