Private Luxury Wine Tours in Queenstown & Central Otago
Indulge in a private wine experience like no other, exploring the award-winning wineries of Queenstown, Arrowtown, Gibbston, Bannockburn, Cromwell and Wanaka. Savour world-class Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Riesling, and more, perfectly paired with local artisan cheeses and gourmet fare, all while taking in the breathtaking Central Otago landscapes.
Our private wine tours are tailored to you — whether a couple, group of friends, or solo traveller. Enjoy personalised itineraries, expert guidance from our knowledgeable local wine guides, and full or half-day options to suit your schedule. With all tastings included and flexible dining choices, your day is designed for relaxation, discovery, and unforgettable flavour experiences.
Experience Queenstown’s premier private wine tours and create memories that linger long after the last sip.
Private Wine & Food Tour
Experience an exclusive half-day private wine and food journey through Queenstown’s renowned Gibbston wine region, celebrated for its exceptional Pinot Noir and local produce. This bespoke tour is thoughtfully designed to allow you to savour a unique food and wine experience at your own leisurely pace.
Indulge in a mouth-watering à la carte menu at Kinross Winery, where you may select a main course expertly paired with an estate wine. The tour also includes hosted wine tastings and insightful presentations.
Visit three distinguished wineries, typically featuring one iconic larger estate winery alongside two intimate boutique vineyards, each offering exclusive tastings and personalised attention from dedicated wine hosts. We are happy to accommodate winery preferences upon request before your journey.
Your private tour is led by a local WSET-qualified Wine Guide, ensuring relaxed pacing, warm personalised service, and an immersive premium experience amidst Queenstown’s breathtaking vineyard settings.
- available on request
- 12pm - 5pm (Flexible)
- 5 hours (Approx.)
Private Wine & Food Tour
- Premium, all-inclusive Wine and Food Tour
- Hosted wine tastings at 3 beautiful wineries
- Savor an a la carte lunch, paired with an estate wine
- Sightseeing options include a bungy viewing, scenic photo stops or visit Arrowtown village
- Engaging commentary from specialist Wine Guide, bringing our region’s stories and winemaking traditions to life
- Available on request
- 10am - 5pM (Flexible)
- 7 hours (Approx.)
Private Central Otago Wine Tour | Full Day Tour
- Explore renowned sub-regions including Gibbston, Cromwell & Bannockburn
- Hosted tastings at four premium Central Otago wineries
- Delicious a la carte lunch with optional wine pairing (own cost)
- Sightseeing and photo stops in the heart of the Central Otago wine region
- Expert commentary on the region’s history, wine, and scenery
Private Central Otago Wine Tour
Embark on an unforgettable full-day private wine journey through the heart of Central Otago, a region internationally acclaimed for its outstanding Pinot Noir, cool-climate varietals, and dramatic landscapes. This luxury tour is crafted to deliver a seamless blend of world-class wine, gourmet food, and personalised service.
Your day includes hosted tastings at four premium wineries, thoughtfully selected to showcase a balance of renowned estates and boutique, family-owned vineyards. Each stop offers an authentic introduction to Central Otago’s wine culture, with exclusive tastings, insightful presentations, and warm hospitality from passionate wine hosts.
Indulge in a relaxed winery lunch experience, with the option of a seasonal à la carte menu, or a food-and-wine matched dining experience, paired with estate-grown vintages (lunch at own cost).
Guided by your own WSET-qualified Wine Guide, you’ll enjoy a personalised itinerary, insider knowledge, and a relaxed pace that ensures you can savour the region to its fullest. From the golden hills of Bannockburn to the lakeside charm of Cromwell, this is the ultimate way to discover Central Otago’s most celebrated wine destinations.
Private Wine Lovers Tour
Designed for passionate wine enthusiasts, this private tour offers the ultimate way to experience the very best of Queenstown and Gibbston’s wine scene, world-famous for its exceptional Pinot Noir and cool-climate varietals.
Enjoy a relaxed afternoon of wine tasting at four premium wineries, carefully selected to showcase a mix of iconic estates and boutique cellar doors. Along the way, you’ll enjoy guided tastings and personal insights from passionate wine hosts, giving you a deeper appreciation of Central Otago’s unique terroir and winemaking expertise.
There’s plenty of time for sightseeing between tastings, with the option to add a cheese platter or winery lunch (own expense) at a vineyard of your choice.
With flexible timing options — available as either a morning or afternoon departure — this private wine tour fits seamlessly into your Queenstown itinerary. Led by your WSET-qualified Wine Guide, your day is personalised to your interests, with a relaxed pace and exclusive service throughout.
Seamless transfers, warm hospitality, and authentic wine experiences make this tour the perfect choice for true wine lovers wanting to discover Queenstown’s most celebrated wine region.
- Available on request
- 12pm - 5pm (Flexible)
- 5 hours
Private Wine Lovers Tour
- Enjoy hosted tastings at four wineries selected by clients
- Sightseeing opportunities: bungy jump viewing, scenic photo stops, or drive through Arrowtown's historic village
- Lunch: at client’s expense. (If booking Amisfield please let us know so we can adjust timing)
Cellar Door to Your Table
An Exclusive Private Queenstown Winter Wine & Dining Experience
Experience the best of a Queenstown winter with a private journey through Queenstown’s wine country, followed by an indulgent Remarkables Raclette dinner prepared by your private chef.
Your afternoon begins with your own Private Queenstown Wine & Food Tour, travelling through spectacular alpine scenery to three carefully selected Queenstown wineries. Enjoy premium hosted wine tastings, discover the wines and stories of Central Otago, and savour a delicious chef-prepared winery lunch with a sommelier-selected wine pairing.
Along the way, discover and purchase the wines you love to enjoy later that evening. From Central Otago Pinot Noir to beautiful aromatic whites, your Wine Guide and winery hosts can help you select wines to complement your Remarkables Raclette experience ahead.
After your afternoon in wine country, we’ll return you and your chosen wines to your private Queenstown residence.
Later that evening, your private chef comes to you for Remarkables Raclette. Gather around the table for a warm, generous alpine-style dining experience, enjoying Raclette and accompaniments alongside the Central Otago wines you discovered and purchased earlier that day.
It’s the perfect Queenstown après-ski experience. No restaurant reservations, no heading back out into the cold. Just exceptional Central Otago wine, delicious food and a private evening together in the comfort of your own residence.
From cellar door to your table, experience winter in Queenstown with Queenstown Wine Trail, the original wine tour company of Central Otago.
- available on request
- 12pm - 8pm (Flexible)
- 8 hours (Approx.)
Cellar Door to Your Table
- Private Queenstown Wine and Food Tour
- Hosted Tastings at 3 Central Otago Wineries
- Delicious Wine-Paired Winery Lunch
- Dedicated Private Wine Guide & Vehicle
- Private Chef Remarkables Raclette Dinner
- departs at 3pm
- 4-5 hours
Private Twilight Food & Wine Tour
*New 5 star evening dining option in the wine valley
- Wine Tastings and presentations at three wineries
- Dinner: 3 or 4 course dinner at 5 star resort
- Gibbston Valley Lodge – 3-course meal of changing seasonal dishes served in a contemporary style OR
- Dinner at Millhouse Restaurant – Trust the Chef 4-course selection of tasting dishes
- Complimentary glass of wine
Private Twilight Food & Wine Tour
A unique and unforgettable wine and food adventure. We depart late-afternoon for wine tasting at boutique vineyards such as Amisfield, Peregrine, Kinross or Chard Farm before enjoying an evening dining experience at the newly opened Gibbston Valley Lodge & Spa, or the award winning Millhouse Restaurant at Millbrook Resort, both five star resorts.