Otago Food & Wine Tours

A Journey Through Flavour and Landscape

Otago’s diverse regions offer a spectacular blend of world-class food, wine, and unforgettable scenery. In Queenstown, enjoy guided wine tastings across Central Otago’s iconic vineyards, followed by a lakeside BBQ at Walter Peak Station — reached via the historic TSS Earnslaw steamboat. This combination of gourmet cuisine and panoramic views makes Queenstown’s culinary scene truly exceptional.

Further north, Wanaka’s boutique vineyards deliver award-winning wines set against the Southern Alps. Tours here often include visits to local olive groves, cheese artisans, and honey producers, offering a full taste of the region’s rich terroir. It’s a relaxed, immersive experience perfect for food and wine lovers seeking a scenic escape.

Guests enjoying a relaxed outdoor wine tasting at Mt Rosa Winery with vineyard and mountain views.

Friends enjoying food and wine at an outdoor table at Kinross Winery with bikes nearby.

A small group on a guided tour through Homeblock Vineyard at Gibbston Valley Winery, surrounded by golden autumn vines.

Wine tasting in the Gibbston Valley wine cave, with guests sampling wines beside oak barrels.

Harvesting ripe grapes under protective bird netting during autumn in a Gibbston Valley vineyard.

Vineyard workers harvesting grapes among golden autumn leaves in Gibbston Valley.

Three people cycling on a gravel path through lush vineyards in Gibbston Valley on a sunny day.

Exterior of Gibbston Valley Cheesery & Deli with stacked wine barrels and signage on a red building.

Wine host pouring Pinot Noir for guests seated indoors at Mt Rosa Wines, with vineyard views through glass windows.

Exterior view of Gibbston Valley Restaurant & Winery with cherry blossoms, wine barrels, and mountain surrounds.

Group of friends clinking glasses inside the Kinross cellar door in Central Otago.

Close-up of winemaker's boots crushing freshly harvested Pinot Noir grapes at Gibbston Valley.

Tiered stand of afternoon tea treats served in the garden at Larnach Castle.

Two women laughing together while enjoying white wine at a vineyard with lush rows behind them.

Ripe Pinot Noir grapes hanging on the vine at a vineyard in Central Otago.

Guests exploring an underground wine cellar lined with oak barrels on a private Wanaka wine tour.

Couple enjoying rosé wine inside a boutique cellar door in Central Otago.

A gourmet platter served with a wine tasting flight during a Private Wanaka Wine Tour.

Couple enjoying a wine tasting with panoramic vineyard views in Central Otago during a private wine tour.

Wine tasting at Lowburn Ferry Vineyard in Central Otago, part of the Private Wanaka Wine Tour.

Group of visitors on a guided wine tasting inside Gibbston Valley’s famous wine cave, surrounded by oak barrels.

Explore Otago’s Rich Regional Flavours

Dunedin adds a touch of heritage to your Otago food and wine journey. Enjoy elegant High Tea at Larnach Castle, where tiered treats and fragrant teas are served in a grand Victorian setting, complete with stunning gardens and harbour views. It’s the perfect way to savour Dunedin’s charm and culinary finesse.

Whether you’re sipping Pinot Noir by the lake, enjoying farm-fresh produce in Wanaka, or relaxing in Dunedin’s historic surrounds, Otago delivers something special in every bite. These tours highlight not just flavour, but the people, places, and stories that make the region a must-visit for food and wine enthusiasts.

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Larnach Castle High Tea

Experience unforgettable dining at Dunedin’s Larnach Castle with a multi-course meal in historic surroundings or indulge in high tea amidst stunning gardens. Explore New Zealand’s only castle, rich in history and charm, while enjoying exquisite flavours and immersive storytelling.

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Queenstown Food and Wine Tours

Selection of Mt Rosa wine bottles lined up for a guided tasting session in Gibbston Valley

Savour Queenstown's top food and wine experiences, from lakeside BBQs and Pinot Noir in Bannockburn to craft beer tastings and e-bike vineyard tours in Central Otago.

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Wanaka Food & Wine Tours

Rippon Vineyard with Lake Wanaka and Ruby Island in the background on a sunny day in Central Otago.

Explore Wanaka Food & Wine Tours with vineyard tastings, artisan producers, and cycle trails through Cromwell and Bannockburn. Taste the best of Central Otago’s wine and food.

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