Discover Central Otago, With Locals
A more personal way to experience Central Otago, New Zealand,
Discover the vineyards, landscapes and stories of Central Otago with a private guide who knows the region like a local.
Obelisk Tours offers luxury wine tours, bespoke experiences and private transport throughout Clyde, Alexandra, Cromwell, Bannockburn and the wider Central Otago region.
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Whether you’re visiting for a day, a weekend, or building a longer South Island itinerary, we create relaxed, thoughtfully curated experiences that showcase the very best of the region.
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From boutique vineyards to off-road adventures and hidden local farms, every tour is designed around you.
Explore Central Otago the way locals do.
Why Choose Obelisk Tours?
Central Otago is one of New Zealand’s most beautiful and exciting wine regions. But the real magic lies beyond the guidebooks.
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With Obelisk Tours, you’ll experience the region through local knowledge, trusted relationships, and a genuine passion for hospitality.
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We specialise in:
• Private wine tours in Central Otago
• Luxury vineyard experiences in Clyde, Alexandra and Bannockburn
• Bespoke Central Otago day tours
• Private transport throughout the region
• Custom itineraries for small groups and couples
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Every tour is relaxed, flexible and designed around your interests whether you’re a serious wine lover, curious traveller, or simply looking to explore at your own pace.
Based in Clyde, in the Heart of Central Otago​
Obelisk Tours is family-owned and proudly based in Clyde, a historic township at the heart of the Central Otago wine region.
From here, we are perfectly positioned to host visitors exploring:
• Clyde • Alexandra • Bannockburn • Cromwell • Wanaka • the wider Central Otago region
This local base means we know the region intimately and work closely with many of the vineyards and businesses we visit.
Private Wine Tours in Central Otago
Central Otago is internationally recognised for its world-class Pinot Noir, but there’s far more to discover.
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Our Central Otago wine tours visit a carefully selected mix of iconic vineyards and boutique producers across the region.
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Popular wine tour areas include:
• Bannockburn – known as the “heart of Central Otago Pinot Noir”
• Cromwell Basin – spectacular landscapes and award-winning wineries
• Alexandra & Clyde vineyards – smaller, character-filled producers with incredible stories
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Along the way, we share the history of the region, introduce you to local winemakers, and create space for a relaxed, enjoyable day.
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No rush. No crowds. Just great wine, great views and good company.
Bespoke Central Otago Experiences
Not every visitor comes to Central Otago just for wine.
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Obelisk Tours also creates bespoke Central Otago experiences that showcase the region’s wider food, landscape and culture.
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These might include:
• vineyard lunches
• artisan food producers
• cycling or walking experiences
• unique rural private farm tours
• off the beaten track 4x4 wilderness drives
• private tastings and behind-the-scenes vineyard visits
• scenic drives through historic gold-mining landscapes
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Every itinerary is tailored to your interests, and the pace you want to travel.
Luxury Private Transport In Central Otago
We also provide premium private transport services throughout Central Otago.
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This is ideal for:
• winery visits
• incentive group travel
• private group travel
• corporate groups
• special occasions
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Our vehicles are comfortable, discreet and perfectly suited for exploring the region’s vineyards, farms, rural landscapes and accessing the start of the cycle trails.
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Whether you’re travelling between Clyde, Alexandra, Cromwell, Bannockburn or Wanaka, we make the journey part of the experience.
We are pet friendly
Increasingly people are going on holiday with their pets, I know I do!
When it comes to booking activities, you have your furry companion to consider and work out what to do with them when you are away on tour.
When you book with us, you are booking a private tour, and are welcome to bring them along, just let us know, and we can create a pet friendly itinerary that includes pet friendly establishments!
TESTIMONIALS
DINEKE AND MARCEL, NETHERLANDS
Dear Lauren,
Thank you so much for the wonderful tour.
It was an exceptionally beautiful drive through the mountains, with stunning scenery along the way.
We really appreciated that you took all the time needed to stop and enjoy the views. Your knowledge about the area, the gold miners, and the way people lived in those days was impressive and made the tour even more interesting.
Halfway through, we enjoyed an amazing and very extensive lunch. We were expecting a simple sandwich and a drink, but this was far beyond that – a fantastic surprise. We’ve included a photo of the picnic to show how special it was.
Everything was perfectly organized. Compliments to Obelisk Tours – highly recommended!
The Johnson Family, AUS
My family and I were delighted by the exceptional experience provided by Obelisk Tours! Their expert and personalised curation gave us access to hidden gems and fascinating off-the-beaten-path locations in Central Otago. From the breathtaking, rugged beauty of the Nevis Valley to the charming, history-rich small towns of Ophir and St Bathans. The team’s deep knowledge of the Otago region, combined with their genuine passion for showcasing its unique beauty, made our short holiday visit truly memorable. Without their guidance, we would have missed so many remarkable places and people during our short time there. If you’re looking for a bespoke and meaningful way to explore Central Otago, we wholeheartedly recommend Obelisk Tours. They go above and beyond!
Geoffrey C, UK
"Lauren was a superb host on a well organised and very enjoyable wine tasting experience. Wine tasting was such fun and very informative, which was complimented by Lauren’s extensive local knowledge.We couldn’t have wished for more and bought some really lovely locally produced wine."
Culley A, NZ
"Amazing ride up the old man range, could not have asked for a better day. Kids loved the chance to jump on a toboggan and slide down the hill. Super friendly driver who knew the area well and went above and beyond helping us have a memorable time"
Brian D, NZ
"Lauren, thank you for the very personalised wine tour. It was exactly what we wanted, small vineyards, great wines and engaging vineyard owners."
Becs & Matt, NZ
"Lauren was awesome! Lots of good information on the wineries and also the region. Great host! Definitely worth a look."