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Gibbston Valley

📍 Gibbston Valley, Queenstown, New Zealand
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Introduction

Gibbston Valley in the Kawarau River gorge east of Queenstown is New Zealand's celebrated 'wine valley', famous for pinot noir and home to 20+ wineries and vineyards. Cycle the Gibbston River Trail between cellar doors, tour the country's largest wine cave at Gibbston Valley Winery, and add ziplining or the Kawarau bungy; it is the classic wine-touring destination around Queenstown.

Highlights

1
Pinot country
A wine valley of 20+ wineries.
2
River cycling
Ride the Gibbston River Trail.
3
Wine cave
Tour the largest cave cellar in NZ.

🛈 Practical Info

LocationGibbston Valley, Queenstown, New Zealand
Time neededHalf a day
AdmissionTastings and activities priced separately

💡 Tips

Bikes rent locally; the valley trail is gentle.
Arrange a driver for the cellar-door run.
Some wineries shorten hours in winter.

FAQ

Any practical tips for visiting Gibbston Valley?

Bikes rent locally; the valley trail is gentle. Arrange a driver for the cellar-door run.