New Zealand · DRINKING TOURS
7 reviewed
Good drinking tours fill up over a New Zealand summer and the best of them are gone by October. The 7 that stand out are below, with current prices and what makes each one different.
Minus 5 Ice Bar Queenstown at Steamer Wharf, Antarctic-themed ice bar with warm gear and 2 cocktails or mocktails for $29.
“The experience was amazing, the hosts hyped everyone up and made the experience fun for everyone. Very enjoyable night”
Speight's Brewery small-group tour in Dunedin, with a guided walk through historic floors and up to 20 minutes of beer tasting.
“Brilliant experience where you learn about the brewing process but also get to taste some delicious beers! Tom our guide was excellent!”
Afternoon small-group Queenstown tour with Central Otago tastings in Gibbston, wine or beer options, and shared antipasto at the last stop.
“Shanay was our guide and from the outset she made the whole experience fun. She was knowledgeable about the area and was engaging and funny. Nothing was a problem for Shanay even when we needed an urgent pit stop. The wineries were great but I think our favourite place was the first tavern.”
Ride through Cardrona High Country to the historic Cardrona Hotel for a complimentary drink, with trotting and cantering for intermediate+ riders.
“We had a great day riding in the Cardrona Valley. Great staff, and beautiful horses. We are beginner riders and the staff was really helpful in picking out the right horses for us.”
A 75-minute Speight's Brewery guided tour in Dunedin, ending with a guided beer tasting in the iconic tasting room.
“Rosie gave me a tour of the more accessible areas. Very knowledgeable and great fun.”
Adults-only 2-hour soak at Ōpuke Thermal Pools in Methven. Solar pools, Southern Alps views, swim-up bar, robes included for $40.
“The visit to the thermal pools was fantastic. The chance the relax, detox and rejuvenate was well worth the drive. It was an amazing experience.”
Queenstown Ice Bar: hand-carved ice for 1 hour, warm coats and gloves, and a cocktail or mocktail in an ice glass by Skyline.
“that was an awesome experience, would highly recommend to all🍹😀”
