Queenstown Wine Tour - Altitude Tours

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Wine tastings at 4 cellar doors
Visit to New Zealand's largest underground wine cave
Look, smell and taste over 18 spectacular cool-climate wines
World’s most southern wine region
Travel in style with transfers in a premium Mercedes van
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4.9/5
Based on 26 reviews
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Emma Thacker

10 months ago

Fabulous day with Altitude Wine Tours, our host Elaine was amazing. All vineyards visited were welcoming with some awesome wines.

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Gabriel Puckey-Brockelsby

over 2 years ago

Reasonable cost for services provided.

What you can expect

__Wine Sampler Tour__ For a memorable wine tour from Queenstown through the Gibbston wine region, Central Otago's outstanding wine cultivating region, join the team from Altitude Tours. You will be chauffeured in comfort in premium Mercedes vans showcasing a variety of the best vineyards and premier cellar doors on Queenstown's doorstep. 

Altitude Tours have it covered with daily departures operating year-round. Combine your memorable wine experience with your adrenaline-fueled stay, or add it to your leisurely escape as you recharge your batteries. Whatever the purpose of your vacation, be sure to include a wine tour led by Altitude Tours, you won't be disappointed.

During the Wine Sampler tour, you will experience 4 of Central Otago's exquisite cellar doors and taste award-winning pinot noir. Take a tour of New Zealand's largest underground wine cave at Gibbston Valley Winery and enjoy a tasting inside the cave. The other 3 wineries are all unique bringing different atmosphere's and personalities, however, all have one thing in common, and that is gorgeous wines! This tour is brimming with fun as you experience the best of the region on an enjoyable and leisurely wine experience.

Helicopter Wine Tour What better way to spend an afternoon than on a helicopter wine tour in Queenstown! This 6.5 hour experience includes a scenic helicopter flight, glass of mountaintop bubbles and visits to four cellar doors in a premium Mercedes van. Suitable for wine lovers and sightseers alike.

Starting with a pick up from your accommodation, your helicopter wine tour in Queenstown begins with a scenic helicopter flight towards Gibbston Valley. Along the way, enjoy an alpine landing with spectacular views of the Wakatipu Basin. Your pilot will provide a fascinating commentary of the area, as well as hosting you for your first drink of the day - a mountaintop glass of bubbles!

Your Queenstown helicopter flight will then continue to land at Gibbston Valley, providing you with stunning views over the wine region. Make sure to have your cameras ready! Upon landing, you'll be met by your Altitude Tours guide who will take you on a journey of four cellar doors in Gibbston. During the Wine Sampler tour (rated one of the best wine tours in the world) you will enjoy more than 18 wine tastings, as well as a guided tour of New Zealand’s largest underground wine cave. Transfers between wineries are in a premium Mercedes van with a maximum of 14 passengers, promising an intimate experience with fellow wine lovers.

The helicopter wine tour in Queenstown is the perfect way to experience one of the best wine tours in the world, while arriving in style!

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What you need to know

Inclusions
  • Fun onboard videos with information about the region and learn to taste wine like a pro
  • Travel in a premium Mercedes van with on-board videos and complimentary wifi
  • Complimentary transfers from central Queenstown hotels or meeting locations
Duration
  • Allow 6 hours
Departure Location
  • Departs 10am (returns at approx 4pm)
  • Wine Sampler Tour - Pick up from your Queenstown hotel or central Queenstown location
  • Helicopter Wine Tour - Pick up from your central Queenstown hotel or meet at The Helicopter Line Base, Lucas Place, Queenstown
  • Operates daily all year 
FAQs
  • Does the Wine Sampler Tour with Altitude include the price of the tastings? The Queenstown wine sampler tour includes wine tastings at 4 cellar doors in Gibbston Wine Region, including a tasting in New Zealand's largest underground wine cave!
  • Is there a lunch stop on the Wine Sampler Tour with Altitude? There is a lunch stop included and you can order lunch a la carte at your own expense ($20 -$40 NZD).
  • Does the Wine Sampler Tour offer a lift back to Queenstown after the tour finishes? Yes you will be picked up and dropped off to the same place.
Additional Information
  • Small groups (vans carry up to 14 passengers)
  • If you are sampling you must be over 18 years of age by New Zealand law and bring a valid form of ID. An international passport or NZ drivers licence
  • Safe storage is provided in the vans for any wine purchases you make throughout the tour
  • Bring your camera, additional spending money, sunglasses & a good sense of fun!
  • Vineyards we visit each day may vary depending on other group movements & vineyard functions
  • Vehicles used are premium Mercedes vans
  • Minimum numbers (3+) required for tour to go ahead
  • Helicopter flight operated by The Helicopter Line
  • Helicopter flight is weather dependent

Recent reviews

4.9/5
Based on 26 reviews
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Emma Thacker

10 months ago

Fabulous day with Altitude Wine Tours, our host Elaine was amazing. All vineyards visited were welcoming with some awesome wines.

G

Gabriel Puckey-Brockelsby

over 2 years ago

Reasonable cost for services provided.

Review for Twilight Wine and Craft Beer Tour ex Queenstown

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Jason Barns

over 2 years ago

Service and tour guide Lily was amazing

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