Awards
Qualmark Gold Award
We’re proud to be Qualmark® endorsed and to hold the prestigious Gold Qualmark status – New Zealand’s official mark of quality for tourism.
This places Queenstown Wine Trail among the very best in the business, recognised for delivering world-class wine tours in Queenstown and wider Central Otago, while championing sustainability and authentic local experiences, guided by the principles of Manaakitanga, Whanaungatanga and Rangatiratanga.
The Qualmark Gold Award® is the highest accolade in New Zealand tourism. It’s awarded to businesses that not only provide outstanding customer experiences but also lead the way in caring for people, place and culture.
With Qualmark®, you can book with confidence knowing our tours have been independently assessed as professional, safe, trustworthy and sustainable.
Global Excellence in Tourism
We’re thrilled to announce that Queenstown Wine Trail has been awarded a Global Tourism Excellence Award (GTE Award), a recognition reserved for the most exceptional travel experiences worldwide.
The Global Tourism Excellence Awards were created to honour the very best in global travel, not through voting campaigns, commercial or political influence, but based on the most trusted voice in tourism: the guest.
Each year, thousands of tourism businesses are evaluated across multiple categories like Hotels, Tours & Activities, and Restaurants.
Businesses cannot apply or influence the process — winners are chosen solely based on verified guest reviews, that show consistent satisfaction, high ratings, and long-term service excellence.
To be named among the world’s top performers in Global Tourism is something we’re very proud of, and we are deeply grateful to our wonderful guests — your feedback and trust are at the heart of this recognition.
Terms and Conditions:
This offer only applies to the above daily wine tours and cannot be combined with other promotions. The $20 off applies per person and there is no maximum number of people per booking. All bookings are subject to availability. Code is valid for tour travel up to and including 30th November 2025.
Special Offer for Our Locals
At Queenstown Wine Trail, we’re more than just a tour company, we’re part of the community. Since 1992, we’ve grown alongside the Central Otago wine industry, and we love sharing the magic of our local vineyards with our locals.
With valid ID and proof of residence, enjoy $30 off per person on our Daily Wine Tours when you book direct:
- The Original Wine Tour – Half Day
- Queenstown Wine & Food Tour – Half Day
- Central Otago Wine Tour – Full Day
Enquire below or simply email us your ID and proof of residence, and we’ll handle the rest. Time to discover why our backyard wine region is celebrated around the world!
Terms and Conditions:
This locals offer only applies to our Daily Wine Tours only and cannot be combined with other promotions. The $30 off applies per person and there is no maximum number of people per booking. All bookings are subject to availability, and must be made by emailing us with valid ID and Proof of residence, such as a utility bill, bank statement, or rental agreement with a local address.
Special Offer for Our Locals
$30 Off Per Person on Daily Wine Tours!
Join Our
Wine Tour
We visit a wide range of Queenstown & Central Otago wineries, with some of our most popular tours including Amisfield Winery, Peregrine Wines, Gibbston Valley Winery, Mt Difficulty, Akarua, Kinross Wines, Felton Road and Chard Farm.