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Queenstown Twilight Stars and Wine Tour Stars and Wine and Dinner
Queenstown
Important Information
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Wheelchair accessible
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Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
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Minimum drinking age is 18 years
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Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience 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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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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As the sun sets behind the Remarkables, your winter twilight tour begins with a hotel pick-up and warm introduction to your guide, setting the tone for an evening of Central Otago wine, seasonal cuisine, and breathtaking night skies. Your first stop is Gibbston Valley Lodge & Spa, where you’ll enjoy a storytelling experience followed by an à la carte main paired with premium wines in a refined setting. The journey continues to Waitiri Creek for a hosted wine tasting, perfectly matched with a decadent dessert platter and insights into the region’s winemaking heritage. As darkness falls, the experience culminates at Kawarau Gibbston Dark Sky Park, where expert guides use telescopes and lasers ...
Highlights
4 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
4 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Knowledgeable Wine Guide
GST (Goods and Services Tax)
à la carte main course Dinner
Wine tastings at Waitiri Creek Winery
Photo under the stars by astrophotographer
90 Minute Stargazing Experience
Matched wines to à la carte main course dinner
Gratuities
Queenstown Twilight Stars and Wine Tour Stars and Wine and Dinner
Queenstown
About
As the sun sets behind the Remarkables, your winter twilight tour begins with a hotel pick-up and warm introduction to your guide, setting the tone for an evening of Central Otago wine, seasonal cuisine, and breathtaking night skies. Your first stop is Gibbston Valley Lodge & Spa, where you’ll enjoy a storytelling experience followed by an à la carte main paired with premium wines in a refined setting. The journey continues to Waitiri Creek for a hosted wine tasting, perfectly matched with a decadent dessert platter and insights into the region’s winemaking heritage. As darkness falls, the experience culminates at Kawarau Gibbston Dark Sky Park, where expert guides use telescopes and lasers ...
Highlights
4 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
4 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Knowledgeable Wine Guide
GST (Goods and Services Tax)
à la carte main course Dinner
Wine tastings at Waitiri Creek Winery
Photo under the stars by astrophotographer
90 Minute Stargazing Experience
Matched wines to à la carte main course dinner
Gratuities
Itinerary
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Appellation Wine Tours
Enjoy an all-inclusive, professionally run wine tour with 23 years experience doing what we love.
15 minutes
2
Gibbston Valley Winery
Your first stop is the luxurious Gibbston Valley Lodge & Spa, nestled in the pioneering Pinot Noir region. Here, your expert guide will take you on a storytelling journey, bringing to life the rich history and significance of this remarkable landscape. Once seated, enjoy an à la carte main course thoughtfully paired with a duo of wines. Relax into your surroundings, soak up the atmosphere, and savour the refined elegance of this five-star lodge.
1 hour
3
Waitiri Creek Wines Ltd.
The journey continues with a short drive to Waitiri Creek Cellar Door for a privately hosted wine tasting. Beautifully complemented by a decadent dessert platter, this experience is a treat in every sense. As you indulge, you’ll gain deeper insight into the region’s winemaking heritage and distinctive terroir.
1 hour
4
Queenstown Stargazing
As night falls, the final stop evokes a true sense of wonder. Settle in for a guided stargazing experience at Kawarau Gibbston Dark Sky Park. Using telescopes and laser pointers, your host brings the southern night sky into vivid focus, revealing constellations, planets, and celestial phenomena. Wrapped in blankets or warmed by heaters, you may choose to enjoy an additional glass of wine beneath the stars.
1 hour and 30 minutes
5
Appellation Wine Tours, Queenstown, New Zealand
As your evening draws to a close, you’ll be returned to your hotel, taking with you the memories of an unforgettable night of fine wine, outstanding food, and a deeper appreciation for Central Otago after dark.
