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Classic Wanaka Wine Tour

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from US$229.49 per person

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Great wine, views and company!!
One of the stunning views you'll see!
Amazing Gourmet platter goes well with wine
Beautiful Autumn colours in the vines
Fantastic views to match award winning wine

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Overview

Enjoy a full day small-group wine tour in and around Wanaka and Central Otago. You'll experience award winning wines, gourmet food and stunning scenery with your knowledgeable and friendly guide. This tour includes a a delicious, barrel-cooked, five course banquet, matched with five award winning wines, along with tastings at 5 other vineyards.
In total you'll taste approximately 30 hand-crafted Central Otago wines.

Whether you are a complete wine novice, or a dedicated wine connoisseur, you will be ensured of an enjoyable time.

What's Included

  • Lunch
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Wine tasting
  • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
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We pickup our guests from their Wanaka accommodation.

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Start Time • Daily 11:00 AM

What To Expect

Discover some of Wanaka and Central Otago’s wonderful vineyards and scenery, while meeting some of the numerous characters that produce these gorgeous, award winning wines. You will be taken to the little gems that are quietly making a big name for themselves with their dedication to produce the best possible wine. Here you’ll get up close and personal with the vineyard owners and wine makers.

You will be picked up from your Wanaka accommodation, and taken back there on completion of the tour.

You will be guided in style around 6 of Wanaka and Central Otago's premium Boutique Vineyards. Your knowledgeable and friendly guide will enhance your experience by providing an insightful, entertaining commentary about the geography, the history, soils and the characters of this amazing region. You'll be tasting world class Pinot Noir, Riesling, Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, Gewürztraminer, Rose and Sauvignon Blanc along the way.

Find out why this little region is punching well above its weight when it comes to producing well balanced, delightful, premium wines.

Halfway through your tour, you will stop at a popular local vineyard restaurant, where you'll enjoy a delicious gourmet platter, while overlooking the vineyard.

There is plenty of time for photos and chatting with your new found friends.

You'll come away from the tour with a new appreciation of Central Otago's wine, history, beauty and characters.

Additional Info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Minimum drinking age is 18 years
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Classic Wanaka Wine Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Classic Wanaka Wine Tour?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZST).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Lunch.
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off.
  • Wine tasting.
  • GST (Goods and Services Tax).
  • Live commentary on board.
  • Driver/guide.
  • Professional/local guide.
  • Headsets to hear the guide clearly.
The following is NOT included:
  • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase).
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
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This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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The minimum age to participate is 16. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Classic Wanaka Wine Tour is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Classic Wanaka Wine Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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  • Lunch
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Wine tasting
  • GST (Goods and Services Tax)
  • Live commentary on board
  • Driver/guide
  • Professional/local guide
  • Headsets to hear the guide clearly
  • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

Additional Info

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  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Minimum drinking age is 18 years
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

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  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZST).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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