Spirit Queenstown

*Please note the TSS Earnslaw Steamship is undergoing scheduled maintenance during the period 19th May to 8th September 2025* A return scenic cruise from Queenstown Bay, across stunning Lake Wakatipu to Walter Peak High Country Farm on a vessel of your choice, a farm demonstration and a delicious BBQ Lunch at the Colonel’s Homestead. The rural demonstrator will give guests an insight into life in the New Zealand high country by providing an entertaining farm show including working sheep dogs. Enjoy a unique dining experience at Walter Peak where the menu showcases food and wine from the wider Central Otago region. Chefs prepare a tasty selection of meats on the outdoor grill, while fresh, seasonal salads and vegetables are available from the dining area of the Colonel’s Homestead. Top off lunch with a selection of delicious sweet treats and local cheeses. Choose between sailing on the iconic 1912 TSS Earnslaw Steamship or the spacious and modern Spirit of Queenstown Catamaran.

Your adventure begins with a scenic cruise across the crystal-clear waters of Lake Whakatipu, aboard either the iconic vintage TSS Earnslaw or the sleek Spirit of Queenstown. Once you arrive over at the working high country station, partake in a wander around the grounds to meet and greet all the animals that call the farm home. Our guides will give fun and informative commentary, and you'll be delighted by a farm show detailing life for the working dogs. Indulge in a decadently classic country morning/afternoon tea with homemade scones and tea. Use your time to your leisure to wander the gardens and re-visit your new animal friends. Please be sure to arrive 20 minutes before your departure time to check in. Please note: The TSS Earnslaw will be undergoing scheduled maintenance 19 May to 8 Sept, we have another fantastic vessel available throughout this time – Spirit of Queenstown

Start your evening cruising along the waters of Lake Wakatipu from Queenstown aboard either the iconic vintage TSS Earnslaw steamship or the sleek Spirit of Queenstown. Step inside the charming lakeside Colonel’s Homestead Restaurant, where the enticing scent of wood-fired BBQ fills the air. Our chefs prepare a mouthwatering spread using the finest local ingredients, featuring a generous buffet of crisp salads, seasonal vegetables, and tender cuts of locally sourced meat. Don't forget the selection of desserts! With panoramic views of Lake Whakatipu and Queenstown’s alpine backdrop, the Colonel’s Homestead offers an idyllic setting steeped in colonial charm and surrounded by beautifully landscaped grounds. Your visit also includes a lively farm demonstration. Watch skilled farm dogs expertly herd sheep and get up close with friendly farm animals. If time allows, take a peaceful stroll through the lakeside gardens before boarding the vessel for your scenic return cruise to Queenstown.

Come and experience the original Hop on Hop off Wine & Beer tour at the lowest price guaranteed. Maximum of 8 travellers per group unless otherwise agreed. Experience the best of both worlds with a day of wine and beer tastings at some of Central Otago’s best-hidden breweries, wineries and eateries. Our knowledgeable drivers will ensure an enjoyable day out with fantastic commentary along the way to both educate and entertain. If you’re not a drinker then there is still plenty on offer with a fantastic range of other activities such as jet boating, bungy jumping, ten pin bowling not to mention all the amazing food to be sampled. • Hop-on Hop-off Wine Tour in Queenstown, Gibbston Valley, Arrowtown and more • Great way to go wine tasting without a car or designated driver .Choice of a half-day afternoon or full-day ticket • Flexibility to customize your itinerary to your own preferences • The bus goes every 45 min approximately to each stop (Maps are provided)

Start your day by meeting your wine-certified guide at or near your Queenstown accommodation. Then travel into the Gibbston wine region, home to top-rated wineries, accomplished winemakers, and, of course, delicious Pinot Noir. Throughout the day, enjoy four separate tasting experiences, sampling a variety of local wines at both boutique cellar doors and well-known locations, including a visit to the wine cave at Gibbston Valley. Be hosted by your friendly wine guide and cellar staff, who will educate and entertain you with local winemaking facts and stories. You also have the option of indulging in a scrumptious lunch at a local winery bistro (additional cost ordered on the day). We're all about pairing good people with good wine, whether you're recharging your batteries, a wine enthusiast, or simply looking for a delightful experience. Join us on a top-rated, award-winning wine-tasting journey.

Jump on the ultimate wine & food adventure around the finest wineries in Arrowtown, Queenstown, & Gibbston Valley. Enjoy a fully customizable wine tour, tailored to your preferences, with a relaxed pace, and no strict schedule or timetable. You'll be hosted by a friendly, knowledgeable wine guide, on Queenstown’s only flexible winery shuttle service. It's the most fun & affordable way to explore & enjoy our local wineries. You will be well entertained with lots of freedom at an array of winery restaurants & tasting rooms, all highlighting our amazing Central Otago wines. There’s lots to do, such as wine, gin, & cheese tastings, or enjoying a local craft beer & kiwi toastie! All the wineries are close together making it easy to give you the best day out & we'll have you back in town by 6pm (approx.). Our Wine Hopper service offers you the easiest way to enjoy the wineries at your own pace, in your own way, on the day. Check out our reviews & give us a call if you have any questions.

This self-guided Full Day ride starts with a prompt shuttle bus departing from Around The Basin’s shop in Queenstown to Arrowtown. There, you'll be fitted with a bike and given all the details for your ride. The first section covers 15 km (9 miles) of scenic trail, following the Arrow and Kawarau river gorges, crossing the Edgar Swing Bridge, and reaching the iconic Kawarau Bungy Jump Bridge. In the afternoon, enjoy cycling through the Gibbston Wine Region, where you can stop at as many cellar doors as you like. The full ride covers around 25 km (16 miles) of undulating, gravel trail. The shuttle will pick you up at the designated time given in the briefing on the day from your chosen winery in Gibbston Valley. Wineries enroute are: • Chard Farm • Gibbston Valley Winery • Gibbston Tavern • Gibbston Tasting Room • Rockburn • Kinross • The Church • Mt Rosa • Brennan Wines

Experience a tasting journey through three of Central Otago’s incredibly scenic and varying wine sub-regions; Gibbston, Bannockburn and Cromwell. Visit four boutique vineyards, tasting their unique cool climate wines and discover why the Central Otago region has become world-renowned in its own right. Savour a delightful platter-style lunch made with locally sourced produce and accompanied by a flight of wines to taste. There may also be an opportunity to retrace history with a stroll through the charming historical settlement of Old Cromwell. Learn about the early pioneering history and how the wine region was formed through an array of fun facts and interesting stories from your knowledgeable wine guide.

Classic Wine Tour – Running Daily 1:30pm – 5pm Get a real taste for Central Otago wines with an interactive afternoon tour through Queenstown’s neighbouring wine region, Gibbston, otherwise known as the “Valley of Vines”. Enjoy tastings at three unique cellar doors including a guided tour and wine tasting inside New Zealand’s largest wine cave. Also, enjoy a delightful cheeseboard to accompany one of the wine tastings. Enjoy a full running commentary from your passionate and enthusiastic Wine Guide. Learn about this pioneering wine region and its evolution from just a couple of rows of vines into a world-renowned Pinot Noir producer. Be returned to your accommodation at approximately 5pm.

Cruise across Lake Whakatipu to Walter Peak High Country Farm. Board the Spirit of Queenstown, a modern catamaran with a licensed bar where you can purchase a drink or 2 for your journey. Once at the lakeside Colonel’s Homestead Restaurant, savor the delicious aromas as the chef has the best of local produce sizzling away on the grill. The buffet includes salads, vegetables, and succulent local meats cooked on the wood-fired BBQ. There is a wide range of delicious desserts on offer, including a vast array of fresh bread and cheese. Overlooking Lake Whakatipu and Queenstown's alpine scenery, the Colonel’s Homestead at Walter Peak is the perfect place to spend a few hours. Its colonial architecture and sweeping grounds evoke the elegance of a bygone era. Enjoy an entertaining farm demonstration the whole family will enjoy. If there is time remaining, explore the beautiful lakeside gardens before re-boarding the vessel for the return trip to Queenstown.

Discover the Best of Central Otago on our Wine & Food Tour! Embark on a 5-hour Queenstown wine tour through the picturesque wine region, where you'll indulge in a delightful combination of local produce and world-class wines. Enjoy a delicious winery lunch, perfectly paired with an estate wine from a boutique vineyard. This tour includes a wine-cave experience, offering behind-the-scenes insights into the Central Otago wine industry. Ideal for those with limited time, this relaxed and scenic wine and food tour showcases Queenstown’s best wineries in a tranquil, unforgettable setting. We can’t wait to share our corner of the wine world with you. Book your unforgettable wine tour experience today!

This self-guided Half day ride starts with a shuttle bus departing from Around The Basin’s shop in Queenstown to their bike hub at Arrow Junction (7 km from Arrowtown). There, you'll be fitted with a bike and given all the details for your ride. The first section covers 6 km (4 miles) of scenic trail, following the Arrow and Kawarau river gorges, crossing the Edgar Swing Bridge, and reaching the iconic Kawarau Bungy Jump Bridge. In the afternoon, enjoy cycling through the Gibbston Wine Region, where you can stop at as many cellar doors as you like. The full ride covers around 17 km (11 miles) of easy, gravel trail. The shuttle will pick you up at the designated pick up time given to you on the day from your chosen winery in Gibbston Valley.

Experience an indulgent and diverse full day tour showcasing the very best sights and tastes from the Central Otago region. Let your experienced wine guide lead you on a tasting journey through three contrasting Central Otago wine sub-regions; Gibbston, Bannockburn and Cromwell. Enjoy a guided tour through New Zealand’s largest underground wine cave and savour a unique lunch with 5 dishes cooked in retired oak barrels and perfectly matched with 5 wines. You will also have an opportunity to retrace history with a visit to the historical settlements of Arrowtown, and Old Cromwell (when time permits). Learn about the early pioneering history and how the wine region was formed through an array of fun facts and interesting stories from your knowledgeable wine guide. At the end of your tour you will be returned to your accommodation.

Come with us and enjoy a wine tour with top service and flexibility. Tour Highlights Take this afternoon tour and experience the true flavour of our local pinot noir and other wine varietals at three premium vineyards. Enjoy a guided tour through the vines and into New Zealand’s largest underground wine cave. This relaxing tour travels just a short distance from Queenstown where you will be given in-depth wine tastings and presentation at each vineyard. You have plenty of time to unwind and get yourself a winery lunch or sample a selection of local cheeses, craft beer, coffee -all available.

This self-guided Half Day ride starts with a prompt shuttle bus departing from Around The Basin’s shop in Queenstown to Arrowtown. There, you'll be fitted with a bike and given all the details for your ride. The ride starts by following the spectacular Arrow River Bridges Trail to the historic Kawarau Bungy Bridge (approx. 13 km). From there, the trail continues 3km into the Gibbston Valley, where you will be collected at Gibbston Valley Winery, departing in the scheduled bus back to Queenstown and the time provided in the briefing on the day. This is a half-day ride departing Queenstown as follows: SUMMER (1 Sept – 30 Apr): Morning: Departs 9:30 am – Returns 2:00 pm Afternoon: Departs 1:00 pm – Returns 5:00 pm WINTER (1 May – 31 Aug): Morning: Departs: 10:00 am – Returns 1:30 pm Afternoon: Departs: 12:00 pm – Returns 4:00 pm

Experience a boutique small-group wine tour through Gibbston Valley—Central Otago’s renowned “Valley of the Vines.” Travel in a luxury Mercedes Sprinter with your knowledgeable local guide and Bella, our friendly wine dog as you sip your way through three award-winning wineries. Begin with a guided tour of New Zealand’s largest wine cave at Gibbston Valley Wines, followed by a tasting of their signature Pinot Noir, crisp whites, and elegant rosés. At Kinross, sample premium wines from their exclusive collective: Valli, Wild Irishman, High Garden, and Hawkshead. Enjoy a seasonal lunch at their winery restaurant (at your own expense). Your final winery stop rotates daily, offering variety and unique flavours. With stunning scenery, curated tastings, and warm hospitality, this relaxed 5-hour experience is the perfect way to explore Queenstown’s wine country in style.

This self-guided 3/4-day ride starts with a prompt shuttle bus departing from Around The Basin’s shop in Queenstown to their bike hub at Arrow Junction (7 km from Arrowtown). There, you'll be fitted with a bike and given all the details for your ride. The first section covers 6 km (4 miles) of scenic trail, following the Arrow and Kawarau river gorges, crossing the Edgar Swing Bridge, and reaching the iconic Kawarau Bungy Jump Bridge. From there, enjoy cycling through the Gibbston Wine Region, where you can stop at as many cellar doors as you like. The full ride covers around 17 km (11 miles) of undulating, gravel trail. The shuttle will pick you up at the designated time give in the briefing from your chosen winery in Gibbston Valley. Wineries in the Gibbston Valley: • Gibbston Valley Winery • Gibbston Tavern and Tasting Room • Rockburn • Kinross • The Church • Mt Rosa • Brennan Wines • Watiri Creek

Experience the beauty of the New Zealand high country on a scenic boat ride across Lake Whakatipu to Walter Peak High Country Farm. Watch a sheepdog show, feed the animals, and enjoy a morning or afternoon tea in the charming old woolshed. Begin your combo tour with a relaxing scenic boat ride across Lake Whakatipu aboard a modern catamaran, the Spirit of Queenstown. Disembark the vessel and be greeted by your rural host. From the amphitheater, watch the remarkable skill with which the farm dogs round up sheep from the paddocks. Enjoy a walking tour of the farmyard, visiting the holding pens, where you can help feed the sheep and deer and even get up close to the Scottish Highland Cattle. Then, stroll to the charming old woolshed for morning or afternoon tea. You may have time to wander through the lakeside gardens before you re-board the Spirit of Queenstown for your cruise back to Queenstown.

Sit back, relax and soak up the scenic sights on this fun and informative morning of guided sightseeing. Begin with breath-taking panoramic views at a local observation point on Queenstown Hill where you can take the best panoramic photos in Queenstown. Travel to the “Valley of the Vines” Gibbston wine region and discover the New Zealand’s first commercial bungy bridge. Watch intrepid jumpers and feel the adrenaline as they plummet at a height of 43 m! Stop at Gibbston Valley Winery and enjoy a wine tasting or tea/coffee. Sneak a peek at one of the “LOTR” filming locations envisioning the “Pillar of the Kings” scene on the cliffs overlooking the Kawarau River. Continue on to explore the 1860’s gold rush era and colonial architecture of historic Arrowtown with time to wander the picturesque main street and Chinese Settlement. Return home via Arthurs Point viewing the dramatic Shotover River and capture a glimpse of a jet boat speeding through the narrow Shotover Canyons.

Join the Twilight Wine & Craft Beer Tour for an entertaining afternoon wine and beer tasting tour. Meet your friendly local guide in the Queenstown town centre and then travel out and enjoy exploring the Gibbston wine region and Arthurs point before returning to central Queenstown. Visit award winning cellar doors offering unique collections of both local wines and craft beers. Throughout the afternoon, enjoy three unique tasting experiences at a mix of both wineries and breweries, finishing off with shared platters. Prefer a Pale Ale over a Pinot Noir? At each location choose between either wine or beer tastings while hosted by exceptional cellar door staff and your tour guide. Departing in the afternoon, this tour allows you to make the most of your time in Queenstown. Whether you've just arrived that day or spent the morning exploring, this tour easily fits into your afternoon while still getting you back to Queenstown in time to enjoy your evening.