Flavours of Arrowtown – Private Taste Tour with Ayrburn Experience

Experience the Charm of Arrowtown with Remarkable Scenic Tours

Tucked beneath the soaring peaks of the Southern Alps, Arrowtown is a living treasure — a historic gold mining village that blends old-world charm with modern-day sophistication. This beloved Otago gem invites you to slow down, wander its tree-lined avenues, and step into a storybook setting where history, nature, and indulgence all come together.

Unmissable Experiences Along the Way

Buzzstop — Taste the Sweet Side of New Zealand

Step into the world of bees and honey at Buzzstop, home to New Zealand’s largest range of native and premium Mānuka honeys. Learn from passionate locals about why Mānuka is internationally renowned, and enjoy tasting a variety of flavours including Clover, Rātā, and the rare Kāmahi. It’s a sweet stop that’s as educational as it is delicious.Ayrburn

The colonial-victorian Ayrburn Homestead was built in the 1890s, asserting itself as a country estate spanning a substantial 290 sqm with over five bedrooms, nine chimneys and wood detail throughout. Retaining heritage features like the curved roof in the cart shed is essential to the execution and heart of Ayrburn, morphing the history and natural landscape with refinement to deliver a food and wine experience for the entire family to enjoy.

Ayrburn — A Historic Estate Turned Culinary Destination

Just minutes from Arrowtown lies Ayrburn, a beautifully restored 1890s homestead estate that now serves as one of the region’s most exciting food and wine precincts. Set among heritage buildings and manicured grounds, Ayrburn offers a one-of-a-kind experience that pairs local history with high-end hospitality.

Ayrburn Wine Tasting (Optional)

Enjoy a tasting flight in one of Ayrburn’s historic cellar spaces, where the estate’s curated wine selection offers a taste of Central Otago’s unique terroir. (Tasting fees apply and are paid directly at the venue.)

Lunch at The Woolshed Restaurant (Optional)

Dine in rustic luxury at The Woolshed, where thoughtful dishes and fresh local ingredients come together in a relaxed, family-friendly setting. Your table will be reserved by Remarkable Scenic Tours, but lunch and drinks are at your own expense.