Bike The Wineries
Queenstown’s Best Self-Guided Winery Experiences
We provide the tools — you design the adventure.
With transport, bikes and maps sorted, you’re free to choose the wineries, set the pace and make the day your own.
Which ride should I choose?
Use the table to find out!
| HALF DAY | ¾ DAY | FULL DAY | |
|---|---|---|---|
| You’re here for… | 🍷 The wine | 🚲🍷 A bit of everything | 🚲 The adventure + Wine |
| Riding appetite | Keep it cruisy | Just right | Bring it on |
| Winery time | Maximum | Plenty | Earn your Pinot |
| Your vibe | “Less Lycra, more Pinot” | “Ride + wine = perfect” | “Let’s make a day of it” |
| Best for | Foodies & socialisers | Most riders | Active & adventurous |
Trail Map and Start Locations
Want the full experience? Start in Arrowtown, ride further and take your time with a Full Day.
Prefer a relaxed start? Head out around midday with our Half Day experience.
Or find the sweet spot in between — start mid-morning, enjoy a shorter ride and reach your first winery sooner.
Book Your Ride
Choose your Bike The Wineries day based on how far you want to ride, what time you wish to start and how long you want to be out there.
Bike The Wineries Full Day
✓ Ride through the Arrow River and Gibbston wine region
✓ Explore cellar doors, food, and wine at your own pace before your return shuttle to Queenstown
From: $115.00
Bike The Wineries 3/4 Day
✓ Ride through the Gibbston wine region at your own pace
✓ Finish with a return shuttle from your final winery to Queenstown
From: $115.00
Bike The Wineries Half Day
✓ Ride through the Gibbston wine region at your own pace
✓ Return shuttle from your final winery back to Queenstown
From: $105.00
Why Bike The Wineries in Queenstown?
Ride through the Gibbston wine region, follow the trail alongside the Kawarau River and stop at wineries as you go.
Taste local wines, grab lunch, explore cellar doors and enjoy the freedom of travelling between them by bike.
There’s no fixed itinerary and no guide to follow. We provide the bike, transport, maps and local advice — you choose where to go, where to stop and how to spend your day.
Do I Need To Book the Wineries?
Gibbston has plenty of great wineries to choose from, so there’s no need to try and visit them all!
We recommend choosing 2–3 wineries and allowing plenty of time to enjoy each stop, rather than rushing from one to the next.
Bookings are highly recommended, particularly during summer and for groups. If there’s somewhere you really want to visit, book ahead.
A few tips from us:
- Allow around 60–90 minutes per winery.
- Leave some flexibility between bookings — you’re travelling by bike, after all!
- Mix it up. Consider a wine tasting, a long lunch, or simply a glass of wine in the sun.
- Don’t overbook your day. Part of the fun is the ride and discovering places along the way.
- Remember you’re riding a bike — taste responsibly and make use of spittoons.
We provide the bike, transport, maps and local advice.
Which wineries you visit and how you design your day is entirely up to you.
Booking The Wineries - 3 Steps for Success
Step 1 - Find the ride you booked
Locate the ride you’ve booked below. Under each ride option, you’ll find the approximate time it takes to reach the start of the Gibbston Wine Region (the Kawarau Bungy Bridge). This will help you plan your day and schedule winery bookings accordingly.
Bike The Wineries Full Day
Summer Timings: 1st September – 30th April
You’re booked on the Bike The Wineries – Full Day Ride, which starts in Arrowtown and finishes in Gibbston Valley.
You’ll check in at our Queenstown shop at 9:20am
Shuttle departs at 9:30 am sharp
Arrive in Arrowtown and get set up with bikes by 10:15 am
You’ll likely get to the Bungy Bridge in around 1.5 to 2 hours – meaning you’ll be at the start of the winery trail by 11:45/12:00 pm
Winter Timings: 31th May – 31st August
You’re booked on the Bike The Wineries – Full Day Ride, which starts in Arrowtown and finishes in Gibbston Valley.
You’ll check in at our Queenstown shop at 9:50am
Shuttle departs at 10am sharp
Arrive in Arrowtown and get set up with bikes by 10:45 am
You’ll likely get to the Bungy Bridge in around 1.5 to 2 hours – meaning you’ll be at the start of the winery trail by 12:15/12:45 pm
Bike The Wineries 3/4 Day
Summer Timings Only: 1st September – 30th April
You’re booked on the Bike The Wineries – Half Day Ride, which starts and finished at The Church Cellar Door in Gibbston Valley
Check in at our Queenstown shop at 11:50 am
Shuttle departs at 12pm sharp
Arrive at The Church and be ready to ride by around 12:50 pm
You’ll be starting the ride in the heart of the wine region, there is 9km of Wineries to explore.
- Pick up will be 4.30pm from the Church
Bike The Wineries Half Day
Summer Timings: 1st September – 30th April
You’re booked on the Bike The Wineries – Half Day Ride, which starts and finishes at The Church Cellar Door in Gibbston Valley
Check in at our Queenstown shop at 11:50 am
Shuttle departs at 12pm sharp
Arrive at The Church and be ready to ride by around 12:50 pm
You’ll be starting the ride in the heart of the wine region, there is 9km of Wineries to explore.
- Pick up will be 4.30pm from the Church
Winter Timings: 31st May – 31st August
You’re booked on the Bike The Wineries – Half Day Ride, which starts and finished at The Church Cellar Door in Gibbston Valley
Check in at our Queenstown shop at 11:20 am
Shuttle departs at 11.30am sharp
Arrive at The Church and be ready to ride by around 12pm
You’ll be starting the ride in the heart of the wine region, there is 9km of Wineries to explore.
- Pick up will be 4pm from the Church
Step 2 - Timings between Wineries
The image below is provides estimated bike times between the wineries. It is important to remember that these times are approximate and depend of fitness / bike type and biking ability. Use these estimates along with your intended time at the wineries to plan your day. Remember, that 45min to an hour can vanish at each venue. Allow time so you don’t have to rush.
AJ Hackett Bungy → Gibbston Valley Winery
10 minutesGibbston Valley Winery → Peregrine Wines
20–30 minutes (longest stretch)Peregrine → Gibbston Tavern / GT Tasting Room / Monte Christo
5 minutesGibbston Tavern → Kinross
10 minutesKinross → The Church Cellar Door (Our Gibbston Bike Hub)
10 minutesThe Church → Waitiri Creek
7 minutesWaitiri Creek → Mt Rosa
5 minutesMt Rosa → Brennan Wines
5 minutes
Step Three - Booking the Wineries
All wineries in the Gibbston Valley are independently owned and operated, so bookings must be made directly with them.
Below you’ll find key information and website links for each winery to help you plan your visit. We highly recommend booking tastings and lunch in advance, especially during weekends, holidays, or if you’re in a group of 6 or more.
Tasting are normally $20-$30 each.
Gibbston Valley
An iconic winery known for its wine cave, restaurant, and award-winning Pinot Noir — a great spot for tastings or lunch.
Peregrine Winery
Architecturally stunning and focused on organic practices, Peregrine offers premium wines in a serene setting.
Gibbston Tavern
A rustic, laid-back spot known for woodfired pizzas, local beers, and a relaxed garden setting.
GT Tasting Room
A cosy cellar door offering local wine and gin tastings, plus platters — located next to the Gibbston Tavern.
Kinross
A popular cellar door offering tastings from five boutique wineries, with a fantastic bistro and garden seating — a top spot for lunch.
The Church
A relaxed cellar door in a restored church, offering boutique wine tastings, great food, and outdoor games in a laid-back setting.
Mt Rosa
Known for its bold, small-batch wines, Mt Rosa offers a cosy indoor space and a spacious outdoor area perfect for relaxing with a platter.
Brennan
Known for its award-winning Pinot Noir, this family-run winery offers a cozy cellar door and beautiful outdoor space perfect for tastings and picnics.
Waitiri Creek
(Bookings Only)
Known for its elegant, fruit-driven wines, this boutique winery features a stylish cellar door and peaceful outdoor seating, ideal for enjoying a relaxed tasting experience.