Flavours of Arrowtown Private Tour

A Private Taste Tour Through Arrowtown, Ayrburn and Local Food Experiences

A relaxed private tour combining Arrowtown’s historic charm, local honey tasting, beautiful scenery and time to enjoy the Ayrburn food and wine precinct.
Travel with your own local guide, explore at your own pace, and enjoy a tasteful introduction to one of Queenstown’s most loved nearby villages.

Just a short drive from Queenstown, Arrowtown is one of the most charming historic villages in New Zealand. Set beneath the mountains and surrounded by seasonal colour, it is a place where gold rush history, boutique shopping, local flavours and beautiful scenery all come together.

This private tour is designed for travellers who enjoy food, wine, history and a slower style of sightseeing. You’ll visit Buzzstop for a guided honey tasting, enjoy time to wander Arrowtown, and then continue to Ayrburn, one of the region’s most exciting food and drink precincts.

Because this is a private tour, the day moves at your pace. Your guide will share local stories, arrange the flow of the day, and allow time to enjoy each stop without feeling rushed.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

  • Arrowtown village: Explore one of New Zealand’s most beautiful historic gold mining towns, with time to wander the main street, visit boutique shops and enjoy the village atmosphere.

  • Buzzstop honey tasting: Taste a range of New Zealand honeys, including native and premium Mānuka honey, and learn more about bees, honey production and local flavours.

  • Ayrburn food and wine precinct: Visit the beautifully restored Ayrburn estate, home to heritage buildings, landscaped grounds, wine, food and relaxed hospitality.

  • Optional wine tasting: Enjoy a tasting flight at Ayrburn or another suitable local venue, depending on availability and your preferences.

  • Optional lunch at Ayrburn: Take time for lunch at The Woolshed or another Ayrburn venue. Remarkable Scenic Tours can help reserve a table, with lunch and drinks paid directly on the day.

  • Private pace: With your own guide and vehicle, the tour can be adjusted within the available time to suit your interests.

PRICING

  • 5-hour private group – up to 5 guests: NZD $1,070

  • 5-hour private group – 6 to 11 guests: NZD $1,400

  • 5-hour private group – 12 to 18 guests: NZD $1,830

  • A Signature‑Series upgrade and longer tours are available on request.

  • Online booking fees apply

Included: Honey tasting
Not included: Lunch, drinks and optional wine tasting

WHAT’S INCLUDED

  • Private vehicle and local guide: Travel with your own experienced local guide for the tour.

  • Queenstown accommodation pick-up and drop-off: Start and finish from your Queenstown accommodation.

  • Honey tasting at Buzzstop: Enjoy a sweet and informative tasting experience featuring New Zealand honey.

  • Free time in Arrowtown: Time to explore the village, browse local shops or enjoy a coffee.

  • Time at Ayrburn: Enjoy the grounds, food, wine and heritage setting of this beautifully restored estate.

  • Local commentary: Hear stories about Arrowtown’s gold mining past, the local area, and the places you visit along the way.

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

  • Duration: Approximately 5 hours.

  • Start time: 9.00am.

  • Finish time: Around 2.00pm.

  • Pick-up: Queenstown accommodation only.

  • Tour style: Private food, wine and scenic sightseeing tour with local guide.

  • Lunch: Lunch is not included and is paid directly on the day.

  • Wine tasting: Wine tasting is optional and paid directly at the venue.

  • Honey tasting: Honey tasting is included in the tour price.

  • Clothing: We recommend comfortable shoes and a light jacket, especially outside the summer months.

  • Flexibility: The tour can be adjusted within the available time. Any extra time may be charged on the day, if available.

Call us on +64 3 441 8867 between 8.30am and 6.30pm if you have any questions.

FAQs

  • Yes. This is a fully private tour with your own vehicle and local guide.

  • The tour is approximately 5 hours, starting around 9.00am and finishing around 2.00pm.

  • Pick-up and drop-off are from Queenstown accommodation only.

  • Yes. Honey tasting at Buzzstop is included in the tour price.

  • No. Lunch is not included. If you would like to enjoy lunch at Ayrburn, your guide can help with the timing and Remarkable Scenic Tours can assist with reserving a table, subject to availability.

  • No. Wine tasting is optional and paid directly at the venue.

  • Yes. The tour can be adjusted within the 5-hour time frame depending on your interests, venue availability and timing.

  • Yes. This tour works well for non-drinkers too, as it includes honey tasting, Arrowtown, local history, scenery and time to enjoy Ayrburn’s food and heritage setting.

Upgrade This Tour to the RST Signature Series

For travellers who want the highest level of comfort, our RST Signature Series offers a more refined way to experience Arrowtown, Ayrburn and the surrounding region.

Travel in one of our premium vehicles with extra space, comfort and thoughtful touches throughout the journey. This is private touring designed for guests who want to slow down, enjoy the flavours of the region, and experience the South Island in a more personal and relaxed way.

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