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Spend a day sampling five Central Otago wineries from Wanaka, with a gourmet shared lunch, small-group commentary, and hotel pickup. This seven-hour circuit combines scenic drives, terroir-driven Pinots, and historic vineyard sites in Bannockburn and Bendigo.
Spend a day sampling five Central Otago wineries from Wanaka, with a gourmet shared lunch, small-group commentary, and hotel pickup. This seven-hour circuit combines scenic drives, terroir-driven Pinots, and historic vineyard sites in Bannockburn and Bendigo.
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Operated by Living the Dream Tours · Wanaka, Otago
You step into the morning light in Wanaka and the hills answer—golden tussock leaning toward the road as the van hums awake. The day moves in a measured rhythm: short drives through terraces of vines, five cellar doors waiting with chilled glasses, and a guide who threads local stories between pours. The landscape itself is an active partner; the Clutha/Mata-Au valley directs the route and the dry Central Otago sun shapes the wines you taste.
easy.
7 hours.
Suitable for all fitness levels; mostly seated transport with short, gentle walks around vineyards.
The tour visits five wineries and runs about seven hours total, including transport time and a shared gourmet lunch.
Yes, hotel pickup and drop-off in Wanaka are included; you'll provide a pickup point when booking.
Wine tastings at five wineries and a gourmet lunch platter for sharing are included in the tour price.
You can receive a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Bendigo and Bannockburn were significant gold-mining areas in the 19th century; Maori used parts of the region as seasonal travel and resource-gathering routes, including journeys for pounamu.
Many Central Otago vineyards practice dry-farming and targeted irrigation to protect limited water resources; visitors can support sustainability by minimizing bottled-water waste and following on-site guidance.
Living the Dream Tours operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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