Arrowtown & Gibbston Tour
Description
This day excursion from Queenstown offers an opportunity to explore the historic Arrowtown and the fascinating Otago Gold Rush, along with a delightful visit to a wine estate in Gibbston Valley, where a tasting experience awaits you. Revel in one of New Zealand's most picturesque landscapes!
Queenstown Exploration Tour
On the scheduled day, gather at the designated location in Queenstown, where you will board a vehicle en route to one of the most stunning regions in the South Island of New Zealand.
Your first stop will be at Ayrburn, a contemporary culinary and viticultural destination situated on a historic 160-year-old farm.
Continuing our journey, we will travel towards Arrowtown, crossing the scenic Shotover River; this journey takes approximately 20 minutes. Upon arriving in this charming town, you will enjoy 30 minutes of leisure to explore its streets. Many structures here date back to the late 1800s, dating from the time of the Otago Gold Rush.
Afterward, we will proceed to the renowned Gibbston Valley, celebrated for its vast vineyards. Our first stop will be at Kawarau Bridge, where you can take in striking views of the river. This footbridge is particularly popular among bungee jumpers! Next, we will visit a local winery for a tasty aperitif, which includes a glass of wine paired with a New Zealand cheese platter.
Upon completing the tasting, we will make our way back to the starting point in Queenstown, wrapping up this enriching 4.5-hour experience.
Hotel Pickup
The tour includes collection from several hotels within Queenstown and Fernhill, including Rendezvous Heritage, QT Hotel, Station Information Building, Novotel, Millenium Hotel, and Copthorne Lakeview Hotel.
What's included
- Hotel pickup & drop–off
- Transport by minibus or bus
- English–speaking guide
- A glass of wine and a cheese board
Cancellation policy
Cancellazione gratuita fino a 48 ore prima (local time)
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Important information
On the day of the activity, we'll pick you up at the hotel that you indicated during the booking process. Please be ready 10 minutes beforehand.
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