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Beyond the Vines - Full-Day Marlborough Wine Tasting Tour

Type: Wine Tasting or Winery Tours

Duration: 6 Hours
Beyond the Vines - Full-Day Marlborough Wine Tasting Tour
- Type:
  Wine Tasting or Winery Tours
- Duration:
  6 Hours
OVERVIEW

Take in the sights of Marlborough's wine-country scenery and taste some of the region's best offerings on this full-day tour from Blenheim or Picton. Make several stops at different wineries and taste Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Gris, Riesling, and Pinot Noir as well as some lesser-known varieties from the area. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included for central locations, making your experience seamless and relaxing.

Immerse yourself in Marlborough's wine culture

Walk through several local vineyards

Taste some of the region's best varietals

A small group means a more intimate experience

INCLUDES

Tours may originate in Picton or Blenheim please pick the correct location and time

Wine tasting

Air-conditioned vehicle

Door to Door Service - specifiy your central pick up location

EXCLUDES

Lunch Stop - at your expense on the day

Gratuities

MEETING AND PICKUP

Pickup points

The supplier will pick up customers from select hotels

Options and Start time

All Day WIne Tour -Picton:

09:30 AM

All Day tour from Blenheim:

10:00 AM

Pickup details

We pick up at all central Blenheim Hotels and Accommodations or the I Site at approximately 9.45- 10am - if you don't see your hotel listed, please write the address in and we will pick you up there.

If you are in Picton pick ups start at 9.30am ( 9.15am in the summer), we pick up at all central Picton township accommodations. If the 9.30am timeslot isn't available it means that Picton pick up is not available on the date you have requested.

DO NOT book this tour if you are on a Cruise ship as it probably won't be suitable for your ship timings, please get in touch with us first

WHAT TO EXPECT

1: Saint Clair Family Estate Vineyard Kitchen

Our lunch stop on this tour is usually at Saint Clair Vineyard Kitchen. Enjoy a relaxed wine tasting in the vines and beautifully presented food.

1 hour 30 minutes -Admission Ticket Not Included

ADDITIONAL INFO

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Minimum age is 18 years

Please advise your pickup location upon booking

We are unable to take large pieces of luggage, a private tour would need to be booked rather than a group tour.

This tour is NOT suitable for passengers arriving by cruise ships as it won't meet your timings

Not wheelchair accessible

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 11 travelers in total

CANCELLATION POLICY

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If its canceled because the minimum isnt met, youll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed)
Day of Wine

Type: Wine Tasting or Winery Tours

Duration: 6 Hours
Day of Wine
- Type:
  Wine Tasting or Winery Tours
- Duration:
  6 Hours
OVERVIEW

Leave the choice of wineries up to a guide while you relax on a wine-tasting tour of Marlborough. With a small group youll visit the vineyards and step through the cellar doors of several wineries in this famed wine region. You can purchase lunch at a scenic vineyard restaurant. Take in the scenery aboard transport from Blenheim. Then top off your day with a sampling of gourmet chocolates.

Receive personalized attention on a small-group tour

Discover the world-renowned vineyards of the Marlborough region

Travel round-trip by minibus from your Blenheim accommodation

Tasting fees, bottled water, and snacks are all included

SAMPLE MENU

Starter

Marlborough Mussels

Mussels steamed in a white wine sauce with a creamy broth

Main

Lamb / Chicken / Duck / Vegetarian

Local produce and fresh presentation

INCLUDES

Hotel pick up and drop off

Bottled water and snacks in van

Wine tasting

All tasting fees

Air-conditioned vehicle

Expert local guides

EXCLUDES

Lunch

Any purchases

MEETING AND PICKUP

Options and Start time

Day of Wine :

10:00 AM

Pickup points

The supplier will pick up customers from select hotels

Pickup details

We collect passengers from accommodation in and around Blenheim.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Join Jade Tours for a relaxed, informative small-group tour (minimum 2, maximum 10) around Marlboroughs famed vineyards. Your guide will take you to 4 winery cellar doors for comprehensive tastings of Sauvignon Blanc as well as the region's other internationally acclaimed varietals. Learn about the passion and dedication behind Marlborough winemaking. The tour is at a relaxed pace, with time to enjoy the scenery and take photos. Enjoy lunch at a leading winery featuring local produce (lunch is at your own cost.) We finish the tour on a sweet note with a visit to the boutique Makana chocolate factory, where you'll find local wine features in some of the delicious creations for sale.

Duration: 6 hours

ADDITIONAL INFO

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Minimum age is 18 years

Not wheelchair accessible

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 11 travelers

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 11 travelers in total

CANCELLATION POLICY

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed)
Full-Day Marlborough Catamaran Cruise with Wine Tour and Lunch

Type: Cruises and Boating Tours

Duration: 8 Hours
Full-Day Marlborough Catamaran Cruise with Wine Tour and Lunch
- Type:
  Cruises and Boating Tours
- Duration:
  8 Hours
OVERVIEW

Combine some of Marlborough's classic activities on this full-day tour: cruising on Queen Charlotte Sound and tasting some of the area's world-renowned wines. Spend the morning out cruising aboard a catamaran, then go ashore to a winery for lunch and wine tasting. Continue the afternoon with more winery visits and tastings.

Combine sailing and wine tasting

Sail around Queen Charlotte Sound on a catamaran

Lunch and one glass of wine at a vineyard

Afternoon spent visiting wineries and doing tastings

Pickup and drop-off in Blenheim and Picton

INCLUDES

Wine-tasting

EXCLUDES

Gratuities

MEETING AND PICKUP

Meeting point

Beachcomber Cruises. Queen Charlotte Cruise & Track Adventures

Picton Town Wharf - London Quay Picton

Options and Start time

Blenheim Ultimate:

08:00 AM

Picton Ultimate:

08:30 AM

End point

Picton

We will drop you at your accommodation

WHAT TO EXPECT

1: Saint Clair Family Estate Vineyard Kitchen

your first wine tasting of the day will be at Saint Clair Vineyard Kitchen and here you will also enjoyed a shared platter lunch of Marlborough's finest seasonal produce.

1 hour 30 minutes -Admission Ticket Included

2: Beachcomber Cruises. Queen Charlotte Cruise & Track Adventures

Enjoy the Ships Cove scenic cruise on the famous Marlborough Sounds.

3 hours -Admission Ticket Included

ADDITIONAL INFO

Service animals allowed

Specialized infant seats are available

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Not wheelchair accessible

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers in total

CANCELLATION POLICY

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

This experience requires good weather. If its canceled due to poor weather, youll be offered a different date or a full refund.

This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If its canceled because the minimum isnt met, youll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed)
Full-Day Marlborough Scenic and Wine Tour from Blenheim

Type: Wine Tasting or Winery Tours

Duration: 7 Hours
Full-Day Marlborough Scenic and Wine Tour from Blenheim
- Type:
  Wine Tasting or Winery Tours
- Duration:
  7 Hours
OVERVIEW

Explore the Marlborough region on a full-day tour that combines a visit to Havelock and the Queen Charlotte Sound with an afternoon wine tour. Motor along the scenic Queen Charlotte Drive and have lunch at a restaurant in Picton, then stop at four wineries for a comprehensive experience of New Zealand's famous Marlborough region wines.

Full-day Marlbourough region tour with Queen Charlotte Sound and wine tasting, from Blenheim

Visit the picturesque towns of Havelock and Picton on the Queen Charlotte Sound

Get great photo ops along the Marlborough Sound

Have morning tea in Havelock and lunch in Picton (own expense)

Go wine tasting at four wineries in the Marlborough wine region

Includes hotel pickup and drop-off

INCLUDES

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Wine tasting

Driver/guide

Live commentary on board

Transport by air-conditioned minivan

EXCLUDES

Food and beverages

MEETING AND PICKUP

Options and Start time

Full-Day Marlborough Scenic and Wine Tour from Blenheim:

10:15 AM

Pickup points

The supplier will pick up customers from select hotels

WHAT TO EXPECT

After morning pickup from your centrally located Blenheim accommodation, travel over the mountains to the coastal village of Havelock.

Located on one of the Marlborough Sounds, Havelock is known for its green-lipped mussels. Have time for morning tea (own expense), then take in the scenery as you continue along Queen Charlotte Drive, a winding road that offers great views of the Marlbourough Sounds. Have time to stop for photo ops of the Queen Charlotte Sound en route to Picton.

Have lunch in Picton (own expense) before setting out on the Wairau Plains for a half-day wine tour in the afternoon. Visit four wineries that provide comprehensive wine tastings led by a knowledgeable host.

Learn from your guide about the Marlborough wine region and Marlborough Sounds. Your tour ends with hotel drop-off in Blenheim at the end of the day.
You will start your day with your tour guide collecting you from your central Blenheim accommodation.

This full-day experience takes you into the Wairau Plains of the Marlborough wine area while enjoying commentary from your local and experienced guide about the Marlborough region as you travel through lush farmland before arriving to the picturesque seaport town of Havelock.

Stop in Havelock to explore, stretch your legs and enjoy morning tea (at your own cost). Your voyager will then continue through the stunning vistas of the Queen Charlotte Drive with the opportunity for photo stops of the Queen Charlotte Sound, wildlife and the bays and inlets you will come across along the way before reaching the charming town of Picton.

Have a look around in Picton and have lunch (at your own cost), before doing a half-day wine tour for the afternoon. Your afternoon will include visits to four Marlborough wineries where their cellar door hosts will take you through a comprehensive tasting experience of their range of wines on offer while learning some of the secrets of fine wine appreciation.

Your tour guide for the afternoon will also provide you with commentary about the Marlborough wine region and the wineries that you will visit before returning you safely to your accommodation at the end of the day.
Duration: 7 hours

ADDITIONAL INFO

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Minimum drinking age is 18 years

Not wheelchair accessible

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers in total

CANCELLATION POLICY

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed)
Full-Day Marlborough Wine Tour from Blenheim

Type: Wine Tasting or Winery Tours

Duration: 7 Hours
Full-Day Marlborough Wine Tour from Blenheim
- Type:
  Wine Tasting or Winery Tours
- Duration:
  7 Hours
OVERVIEW

Explore the world-renowned Marlborough wine region on a full-day wine tour that goes behind the scenes at several acclaimed New Zealand wineries. Talk with respected winemakers, taste award-winning reserve-grade Marlborough wine, see the vineyards, and stop for a gourmet lunch at a winery restaurant. Hotel pickup and drop-off in Blenheim or Picton can be arranged at an extra charge, or meet at a central Blenheim location.

Enjoy structured wine tastings and meet the winemakers

Receive personalized attention on a small-group tour

Indulge in some wine without worrying about driving after

Learn more about wine than you would visiting the wineries independently

INCLUDES

Local Taxes

2 course lunch

Wine tasting's

Transport by air-conditioned minivan

EXCLUDES

Not suitable for children

Enquire about our add-on pick up & drop off from Picton subject to availability and surcharges apply

MEETING AND PICKUP

Meeting point

Blenheim isite Visitor Information Centre

9.15am Pick up from Blenheim (Blenheim i-SITE) 4.30pm- 5pm Drop off Blenheim (Blenheim i-SITE)

Options and Start time

Full-Day Marlborough Wine Tour :

10:00 AM

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

WHAT TO EXPECT

After meeting your group at a central Blenheim location in the morning, get comfortable in your deluxe van as you set out to discover the great wines of the Marlborough region, located at the top of New Zealand's South Island.

Learn about the region's wines and enjoy private, structured, winemaker-hosted tastings of varietals including sauvignon blanc, pinot noir, pinot gris, riesling, sparkling wine, and more. Indulge in a 2-course lunch at a winery restaurant with views overlooking the vineyards. You can visit the vineyards and meet some of the region's winemakers, too.

This small-group tour ensures a more intimate experience.

1: Marlborough Tour Company

9.15am Collection Picton waterfront or Picton accommodation
9.35am Collection Blenheim accommodation or Blenheim Airport
9.50am Collection wine region
Morning Visit a selection of wineries
Lunch Enjoy a winery lunch and tasting followed by a sweet treat
Afternoon Visit a selection of wineries
5-5.30pm Return Blenheim & Picton

7 hours -Admission Ticket Included

ADDITIONAL INFO

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

A maximum of 11 people per booking (larger groups by arrangement)

A minimum of 6 people

May not be suitable for cruise ship guests, as the times for this cruise may not align to meet the callback time to the cruise ship. Please confirm your callback time before booking.

Not wheelchair accessible

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 11 travelers in total

CANCELLATION POLICY

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If its canceled because the minimum isnt met, youll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed)
Full-Day Omaka Aviation Heritage Center and Wine Tasting Tour

Type: Museums, Galleries, and Art Expositions

Duration: 5 Hours
Full-Day Omaka Aviation Heritage Center and Wine Tasting Tour
- Type:
  Museums, Galleries, and Art Expositions
- Duration:
  5 Hours
OVERVIEW

Take in the highlights of the Marlborough wine region around Blenheim on this full-day small-group tour from Blenheim or Picton. See Sir Peter Jackson's collection of WWI and WWII aircraft on display at the Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre, enjoy wine tasting at two Wairau Valley wineries and lunch at one (own expense), sample chocolates at a boutique chocolatier, and benefit from included hotel pickup and drop-off.

Indulge in chocolate tastings and a lunch of regional cuisine (both own expense)

Enjoy expert-led wine tastings at two Wairau Valley wineries

Includes hotel pickup and drop-off from Blenheim or Picton

Small-group tour limited to eight people ensures a personalized experience

INCLUDES

Local guide

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Bottled water

Wine tasting

EXCLUDES

Food and drinks

MEETING AND PICKUP

Pickup points

The supplier will pick up customers from select hotels

Options and Start time

Full-Day Omaka Aviation Heritage Center and Wine Tasting Tour:

10:00 AM

Pickup details

We pick up from your designated point of accommodation. Hotel, Residential home or Air B&B or homestay. Please advise at time of booking or contact the chauffeur from your ticket information.

WHAT TO EXPECT

1: Makana Confections

Decadent taste and variety of choices. Pinot Noir truffles and Slated caramel are some of the favourites but wait till you taste the Macadamia Butter Cruch. You will not leave without it.

15 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

2: Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre

Peter Jackson is famous all around the world for his film making. Especially the Lord of the Rings. We are proud to hold his classic air displays from WW1 and WW2 here in Marlborough. The aircraft are restored and some still working mode and the displays he has created are so life like its amazing. A cafe of memorabilia is available here for light refreshment.

1 hour -Admission Ticket Not Included

3: Saint Clair Family Estate Vineyard Kitchen

Award winning wines especially the Bubbles and the Reserve Sauvignon Blanc. Restaurant for lunch is always an option with local produce platters and inspirations from the garden.

30 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

4: The Vines Village

Plenty to do and see here. Ice-creams so creamy the very best. Gourmet oils and pates to try. Manuka Honey and more. Local crafts and a Quilters Barn for creators. The cafe overlooks a lake and the rolling hills and the vineyards. If you love Gin or Beer this is also the place to come to taste or by the glass or pint.

30 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

ADDITIONAL INFO

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Minimum drinking age is 18 years

Minimum age is 7 years

Not wheelchair accessible

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers in total

CANCELLATION POLICY

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed)
Full Day Winemakers Tour in Marlborough

Type: Wine Tasting or Winery Tours

Duration: 6 Hours
Full Day Winemakers Tour in Marlborough
- Type:
  Wine Tasting or Winery Tours
- Duration:
  6 Hours
OVERVIEW

Learn the secrets to great wine on this full-day wineries tour of Marlborough, guided by a winemaker. Visit 46 wineries in New Zealands largest wine region, including a behind-the-scenes winery tour and tastings at every stage. Wine-tasting fees are included and you can purchase lunch at a top winery restaurant. Transfers and hotel pickup from the Blenheim and Renwick areas are included.

Receive personalized attention on a small-group tour (max. 11)

Options to visit breweries and sample local food produce, too

Get around in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle

Sample wine without the risk of self-driving after

INCLUDES

Vineyard Lunch stop during the tour - lunch at your own cost

Air-conditioned vehicle

Free door-to-door collection and drop off from Blenheim/Renwick areas

All wine tasting fees

EXCLUDES

Picton, Havelock, Rarangi, Hawkesbury & Waihopai transfers may be available with additional charge

MEETING AND PICKUP

Pickup points

The supplier will pick up customers from select hotels

Options and Start time

Departure Time: 10:30:

10:30 AM

Pickup details

Free pick-up from all central Blenheim and Renwick accommodation, or from the Blenheim "I Site"
If you are staying in Picton or further than 15km from Blenheim, there may be an additional cost of NZ$20-55 per person, to cover additional travel time. This can be paid on the day. We will message you to inform you or you can use Google maps to check how far your accommodation is from Blenheim. This tour is not available to cruise ship guests; please book a private tour instead.

WHAT TO EXPECT

1: Lawsons Dry Hills

Among the stops on your full day of Marlborough wine touring is Lawson's Dry Hills, a winery built on grit, innovation, and community. Rather than relying on a single site, Lawson's draws fruit from multiple valleys across Marlborough, giving their wines real flexibility and a genuine sense of place. The range reflects heritage and terroir, approachable yet seriously crafted, with sustainability running through everything they do. The cellar door is lined with trophies from gold medals won locally and internationally, and the tasting experience here is warm and relaxed, often including reserve or limited release wines. It's a genuine, character-filled look at Marlborough winemaking.

50 minutes -Admission Ticket Included

2: Allan Scott Family Winemakers

This is one of our favourite winery restaurants that we often stop at to enjoy a relaxed gourmet lunch.

1 hour -Admission Ticket Included

3: Ant Moore Wines

If you enjoy beer, cider or wine, we can finish the tour relaxing at our favourite local DNA brewery. It is an opportunity to taste local hand-crafted, and award winning beers!

If you don't want to taste the beer, they also have award-winning Ant Moore wines.

1 hour -Admission Ticket Included

4: Framingham Wines

Among the stops on your full day itinerary is Framingham, one of Marlborough's original wine families, known for its warm welcome and specialty in aromatic wines. Alongside classic Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir, Framingham has built a reputation for standout Riesling and Gewürztraminer, giving you the chance to explore beyond the usual varietals in a relaxed garden cellar door setting.

45 minutes -Admission Ticket Included

5: Saint Clair Family Estate Vineyard Kitchen

Among the stops on your full day of Marlborough wine touring is Saint Clair Vineyard Kitchen, one of the region's most loved winery restaurants, set at one of Marlborough's most awarded wine producers. Enjoy time among the vines tasting Saint Clair's celebrated Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir, and aromatics, with the option to pause for a relaxed lunch built around fresh, seasonal produce. As one of several distinctive stops across the day, Saint Clair offers a true vineyard to table experience in the heart of the Wairau Valley.

1 hour -Admission Ticket Included

6: Makana Confections

As part of your full day exploring Marlborough, you'll stop at Makana Chocolate Factory, where visitors can watch handmade chocolates being crafted using traditional methods. It's a fun contrast to the day's wine tasting, with free samples of Makana's delicious chocolate range on offer and the chance to pick up a box to take home. A relaxed, family-friendly stop that rounds out your day of wine country exploring.

15 minutes -Admission Ticket Included

Picton (Pass by)

Picton is a picturesque harbour town at the top of the South Island, and a popular pickup point for our Full Day Marlborough wine tours. Set on the edge of Queen Charlotte Sound, it's the gateway to the Marlborough Sounds and a favourite stop for cruise ship visitors and ferry travellers arriving from Wellington. From Picton, it's a short, scenic drive into the heart of Marlborough's wine country, where your full day of tasting begins. With a full day ahead, guests collected from Picton get to properly experience the contrast between the sheltered coastal beauty of the Sounds and the sunny, vine-covered valleys just a short drive inland, two very different sides of Marlborough in a single day. For guests staying in Picton your tour guide will drive you through Picton and point out all of the best restaurants and places to visit.

Blenheim (Pass by)

Blenheim is the heart of Marlborough, and the natural starting point for our Full Day wine tour. Sitting in the sunny Wairau Valley and surrounded by over 150 wineries, Blenheim puts you right in the middle of New Zealand's largest and most celebrated wine region. Your full day begins here, moving between well-known producers and boutique, family-run cellar doors across the valley, with a proper sit-down lunch at a vineyard restaurant along the way. The town itself has a relaxed, welcoming feel, with excellent local restaurants, cafes, and craft breweries rounding out the experience once your day of tasting is done.

7: Marlborough Region

Marlborough is New Zealand's largest wine region, and a full day here gives you time to properly explore it. Spread across the sunny Wairau and Awatere Valleys, the region is home to over 150 wineries and is famous the world over for Sauvignon Blanc, alongside excellent Pinot Noir, aromatics, and traditional method sparkling wines. Over the course of your day, you'll move between internationally recognised producers and small, family-run cellar doors, tasting the range this region is genuinely capable of. Beyond the vines, Marlborough's scenery is stunning, from rolling vineyard plains to the mountains framing the valley. With a full day to explore, you'll leave with a real sense of why Marlborough is considered one of the world's great wine regions, not just a quick taste of it.

1 hour -Admission Ticket Free

ADDITIONAL INFO

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Not wheelchair accessible

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 11 travelers in total

CANCELLATION POLICY

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If its canceled because the minimum isnt met, youll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed)
Full-Day Wine Tour from Blenheim

Type: Wine Tasting or Winery Tours

Duration: 6 Hours
Full-Day Wine Tour from Blenheim
- Type:
  Wine Tasting or Winery Tours
- Duration:
  6 Hours
OVERVIEW

Take a full-day wine tour from Blenheim to discover the wines of the Marlborough region, which are famous throughout the world. Youll visit six or seven wineries for tastings and a winery lunch (own expense). Relax on this comprehensive tour that includes pickup and drop-off from your accommodation, so theres no need to risk drinking and driving or to designate a sober driver.

Indulge in a full day of winery visits so you don't need to hurry

Sip a range of wines at each winery stop

Have time for lunch at a winery restaurant (own expense)

Includes hotel pickup and drop-off so you don't have to find a meeting place

INCLUDES

Small-group tour with 5-6 wineries provided

Lunch stop at a winery restaurant (at own cost)

Local guide with commentary provided

Hotel pick-up and drop-off

EXCLUDES

Lunch (to be paid for locally)

MEETING AND PICKUP

Options and Start time

Full-Day Wine Tour from Blenheim:

10:30 AM

Pickup points

The supplier will pick up customers from select hotels

WHAT TO EXPECT

Start your day with pickup from your accommodation in Blenheim.

Take in the sights of the Wairau Valley as you head to your first winery of the day. Expect to visit six or seven wineries throughout the day, spending an extended amount of time at one for a lunch stop (own expense). Taste a variety of wines at each stop, and have the option to purchase bottles to take home.

After a day of wine tasting, your guide returns you to your accommodation in Blenheim, or the airport if you prefer.
Your day begins with your friendly and local tour guide collecting you from your accommodation in Blenheim. You will then travel through the Wairau Valley to the first of six wineries for the day.

While travelling to the winery your tour guide will offer commentary about the Marlborough wine region and the wineries that you will visit for the day. Upon your arrival at the cellar door of your first winery visit for the day you will be greeted by the friendly host and enjoy an informative wine tasting experience of the range of wines on offer.

You will visit two wineries in the morning before stopping at a winery restaurant for lunch (at your own cost) and a complimentary tasting in the cellar door. Your afternoon will start with visits to three or four more wineries with a tempting stop at the boutique chocolate factory to finish your full-day wine tour experience. Having sampled some amazing Marlborough wines and fresh, local cuisine your tour guide will then return you to your accommodation or suitable drop off location.
Duration: 6 hours

ADDITIONAL INFO

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Minimum drinking age is 18 years

Not wheelchair accessible

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers in total

CANCELLATION POLICY

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If its canceled because the minimum isnt met, youll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed)
Gourmet Gold Wine Tour: Indulge in Cloudy Bay's finest wines

Type: Wine Tasting or Winery Tours

Duration: 8 Hours
Gourmet Gold Wine Tour: Indulge in Cloudy Bay's finest wines
- Type:
  Wine Tasting or Winery Tours
- Duration:
  8 Hours
OVERVIEW

Go beyond a basic wine tasting with this full-day, small-group tour. After getting picked up from Blenheim or Renwick, explore several of the regions most popular wineries and vineyards in the Marlborough wine-growing region. Learn the history and winemaking process behind several locally grown varieties, including sauvignon blanc, chardonnay, and pinot noir.

Enjoy a gourmet lunch at a local vineyard kitchen

A small-group tour makes for a more intimate experience

Plenty of opportunities to ask questions throughout

Choose to purchase a bottle as a souvenir

INCLUDES

All wine tasting fees and visit to Cloudy Bay

Air-conditioned vehicle

Gourmet 2 course lunch and wine tasting throughout lunch

Premium wine tastings

Picton, Havelock, Rarangi transfers may be available with additional...

Free door-to-door collection and drop off from Blenheim/Renwick areas

EXCLUDES

Note: We encourage our guests to have breakfast before the wine tour.

MEETING AND PICKUP

Pickup points

The supplier will pick up customers from select hotels

Options and Start time

Gourmet Gold Wine Tour: Indulge in Cloudy Bay's finest wines:

10:00 AM

Pickup details

Free pick-up from all central Blenheim and Renwick accommodation, or from the Blenheim "I Site"
Call if you would like to check your accommodation 0800 478 868

WHAT TO EXPECT

1: Cloudy Bay

On the Gourmet Gold tour, Cloudy Bay is a true highlight, one of Marlborough's most iconic wineries and a key reason the region is world famous for wine. Founded in 1985, Cloudy Bay helped put Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc on the global stage, and the cellar door still carries that quiet, established charm today. Guided by the quality Cloudy Bay staff you'll taste through a range including Sparkling Wine, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, and Pinot Noir, with the option to explore the barrel-fermented Te Koko Sauvignon Blanc for something a little different. Set in a spacious courtyard with sweeping vineyard and mountain views, Cloudy Bay also offers a raw bar of light bites, perfect for lingering over on this premium, in-depth day of wine.

1 hour -Admission Ticket Included

2: Allan Scott Family Winemakers

On the Gourmet Gold tour, Allan Scott Family Winemakers is a highlight stop where wine and food come together. Beyond tasting through their award-winning range of Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir, and aromatics, guests have the opportunity to enjoy a seasonal, locally sourced meal at the onsite restaurant, set among the vines with sweeping views across the estate. It's a chance to slow down and truly savour Marlborough, pairing considered food with exceptional wine in one of the region's most celebrated vineyard settings, guided throughout by your winemaker host.

1 hour -Admission Ticket Included

3: Clos Henri Vineyard

On the Gourmet Gold tour, Clos Henri offers a distinctive stop where French winemaking tradition meets Marlborough terroir. Founded by the Bourgeois family of France's Loire Valley, Clos Henri brings generations of European winemaking philosophy to New Zealand soil, cultivating Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir in distinctive clay-limestone vineyards rarely seen elsewhere in the region. The result is wines of real finesse and balance, with a clear sense of place that sets them apart from more typical Marlborough styles. Guided by your winemaker host, you'll taste through this thoughtfully crafted range and hear the story of how old world tradition shaped a genuinely different approach to New Zealand wine, set among vines and the estate's own distinctive stone church.

1 hour -Admission Ticket Included

4: Saint Clair Family Estate Vineyard Kitchen

On the Gourmet Gold tour, Saint Clair Vineyard Kitchen is a highlight stop where exceptional wine meets exceptional food. Guests can enjoy a seasonal lunch designed to pair perfectly with Saint Clair's award-winning wines, all set in the restaurant's picturesque outdoor courtyard among the vines. It's a leisurely, indulgent stop that captures the true spirit of Marlborough's vineyard to table dining scene.

1 hour 30 minutes -Admission Ticket Included

5: Makana Confections

On the Gourmet Gold tour, Makana Chocolate Factory adds a indulgent sweet note to your day of premium wine experiences. Watch the chocolate-making process up close and sample a range of handcrafted flavours, a delightful complement to the wine and food pairings elsewhere on this tour. It's the perfect finishing touch for guests looking to treat themselves in every way.

15 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

6: Marlborough Region

On the Gourmet Gold tour, Marlborough is explored the way it deserves to be, through the eyes of the people who actually make the wine. New Zealand's largest wine region, spread across the sunny Wairau Valley, Marlborough is home to over 150 wineries and a world-famous reputation for Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir, and aromatic and sparkling wines alike. Guided by a genuine winemaker host, you'll get insight into the region most visitors never access, the stories, decisions, and craftsmanship behind the wines rather than just the tasting notes. Paired with a premium lunch among the vines, it's a considered, immersive way to experience one of the world's great wine regions.

1 hour -Admission Ticket Free

Picton (Pass by)

Picton, the picturesque gateway to the Marlborough Sounds, is a popular pickup point for our Gourmet Gold Winemaker's Tour. Set on Queen Charlotte Sound, it's a favourite stop for cruise ship visitors and ferry travellers arriving from Wellington, offering stunning coastal scenery before you even reach the vines. From Picton, guests are collected and taken into the heart of Marlborough's wine country for a premium, winemaker-guided day among the region's most celebrated cellar doors. It's the perfect combination for visitors wanting to pair Picton's coastal charm with an elevated, in-depth wine and food experience just a short drive away.

Blenheim (Pass by)

Blenheim is the heart of Marlborough, and the starting point for our Gourmet Gold Winemaker's Tour. Set in the sunny Wairau Valley and surrounded by over 150 wineries, Blenheim places you at the centre of New Zealand's most celebrated wine region. From here, guided by a genuine winemaker host, you'll explore a premium selection of cellar doors paired with an elevated, sit-down lunch among the vines. It's the perfect base for a more considered, in-depth day of wine touring, with Blenheim's own restaurants, cafes, and craft breweries just minutes away for anyone extending their stay.

ADDITIONAL INFO

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Not wheelchair accessible

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 5 travelers

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers in total

CANCELLATION POLICY

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If its canceled because the minimum isnt met, youll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed)
Half-Day Marlborough Wine Tour & Beer Tour

Type: Food and Drinks Tours

Duration: 5 Hours
Half-Day Marlborough Wine Tour & Beer Tour
- Type:
  Food and Drinks Tours
- Duration:
  5 Hours
OVERVIEW

Experience the best of New Zealands largest wine-producing region without the hassle of having to driveor to designate a sober driver. This half-day tour of the Marlborough region visits 3-4 premier wineries, with a lunch stop with vineyard views at one. Time at a brewery and a chocolate shop can also be arranged. This is a fun tour for couples or groups of friends.

Receive personalized attention on a small-group tour

Includes wine-tasting fees

Transfers from accommodation in Blenheim/Renwick will be provided

A stop for lunch is includedfood costs extra

INCLUDES

Lunch stop during the tour - however at your own cost

Air-conditioned vehicle

Free door-to-door collection and drop off from Blenheim/Renwick areas

All wine tasting fees

EXCLUDES

Lunch - at your own cost on the day

Picton, Havelock, Rarangi Transfers NOT available on the half-day tour

This tour does not include a visit to Cloudy Bay and Fromm

MEETING AND PICKUP

Pickup points

The supplier will pick up customers from select hotels

Options and Start time

Half-Day Marlborough Wine Tour & Beer Tour :

12:00 PM

Pickup details

Free pick-up from all central Blenheim and Renwick accommodation, or from the Blenheim "I Site"
Picton, Havelock and Rarangi transfers may be available on our "Full-day Wine Tour" option. Call if you would like to check 0800 478 868

WHAT TO EXPECT

1: Marlborough Region

Marlborough is New Zealand's largest and most famous wine region, stretching across the sunny Wairau and Awatere Valleys at the top of the South Island. Home to over 150 wineries, Marlborough put New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc on the world map and is equally celebrated for its Pinot Noir, aromatics, and traditional method sparkling wines.

Beyond the vineyards, Marlborough offers a stunning natural playground, from rolling vine covered plains to the sheltered bays of the Marlborough Sounds. The region enjoys one of New Zealand's sunniest, driest climates, making it ideal for van wine touring.

A Marlborough wine tour is one of the top experiences in New Zealand, taking visitors from small, family-run boutique cellar doors to internationally acclaimed wine brands, often with the chance to taste straight from the barrel alongside local winemakers.

With its world-class wine, breathtaking scenery, Marlborough is a must-visit destination for anyone exploring New Zealand's South Island.

15 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

2: Saint Clair Family Estate Vineyard Kitchen

Saint Clair Vineyard Kitchen is one of Marlborough's most loved winery restaurants, set among the vines at one of the region's most awarded wine producers. Enjoy a relaxed lunch surrounded by rows of Sauvignon Blanc, with a seasonal menu built around fresh, local produce and designed to pair perfectly with Saint Clair's award-winning wines.

The kitchen's outdoor courtyard and garden setting make it a favourite stop on a Marlborough wine tour, offering a true vineyard to table experience in one of New Zealand's most picturesque wine regions. Guests can taste through Saint Clair's celebrated range, including its acclaimed Pinot Noir and aromatics, while soaking up views of the Wairau Valley.

Whether it's a leisurely lunch or a stop on a full day of wine tasting, Saint Clair Vineyard Kitchen offers a memorable taste of Marlborough at its best.

50 minutes -Admission Ticket Included

3: Hunter's Wines Cellar Door & Wine Shop

Hunter's is one of Marlborough's founding wine families, with a cellar door celebrated for its warm hospitality and stunning vineyard gardens. Taste through an award-winning range including Hunter's iconic Sauvignon Blanc, along with Pinot Noir, aromatics, and traditional method sparkling wine, all crafted from grapes grown right in the Wairau Valley.

The beautifully landscaped grounds make Hunter's a favourite stop on a Marlborough wine tour, with knowledgeable staff on hand to guide you through each tasting. It's the perfect blend of Marlborough's winemaking heritage and its natural beauty, offering visitors an authentic, welcoming introduction to one of New Zealand's most celebrated wine producers.

Often wine tasting outside in the beautiful garden setting.

45 minutes -Admission Ticket Included

4: Allan Scott Family Winemakers

Allan Scott Family Winemakers is one of Marlborough's most iconic wine estates, combining a celebrated cellar door with one of the region's best loved winery restaurants. Set among the vines in the heart of the Wairau Valley, Allan Scott has been crafting award-winning wines for decades, with a range spanning classic Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir, aromatics, and traditional method sparkling wine.

The onsite restaurant is a highlight for many visitors, serving seasonal, locally sourced dishes designed to complement the wines, all enjoyed in a relaxed vineyard setting with views across the estate. It's a favourite lunch stop on a Marlborough wine tour, offering the chance to taste through the range before sitting down to a leisurely meal among the vines.

With its blend of history, hospitality, and stunning surroundings, Allan Scott is a true taste of Marlborough winemaking at its finest.

1 hour -Admission Ticket Included

5: Makana Confections

Makana Chocolate Factory is a Marlborough favourite, offering visitors the chance to watch handmade chocolates being crafted right before their eyes. Located in the heart of wine country, Makana produces a delicious range of chocolates using traditional methods and quality ingredients, with free tastings available every day.

It's a popular stop on a Marlborough wine tour, offering a sweet contrast to a day of wine tasting and a fun, family-friendly experience for visitors of all ages. Watch the chocolate-making process through the viewing windows, sample a variety of flavours, and pick up a box or two to take home as the perfect Marlborough souvenir.

With its welcoming atmosphere and irresistible treats, Makana Chocolate Factory is a must-visit stop for anyone exploring the region.

15 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

6: Framingham Wines

Framingham is one of Marlborough's original wine families, with a cellar door known for its warm welcome and passion for aromatic wines. While loved for its classic Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir, Framingham has built a reputation as a specialist in aromatics, including standout Riesling and Gewürztraminer, made using traditional winemaking techniques that let the fruit and terroir shine through.

Set in a relaxed, unpretentious garden setting, the cellar door offers visitors the chance to taste through a thoughtfully crafted range while chatting with knowledgeable staff who know the wines inside and out. It's a favourite stop on a Marlborough wine tour for those keen to explore beyond the usual varietals and discover something a little different.

With its rich winemaking history and genuine hospitality, Framingham offers an authentic taste of Marlborough's boutique wine scene. They also have some organic wines for tasting.

45 minutes -Admission Ticket Included

7: Blenheim

Blenheim is the heart of Marlborough, New Zealand's largest wine region, surrounded by over 150 wineries in the sunny Wairau Valley. Marlborough put New Zealand on the map for Sauvignon Blanc and is equally famous for Pinot Noir, aromatics, and traditional method sparkling wine.

A Marlborough wine tour from Blenheim takes you from small, family-run cellar doors to world-famous wine brands, often tasting straight from the barrel with the people who make it. Beyond the vines, Blenheim offers stunning scenery, from the Wairau Valley to the nearby Marlborough Sounds, plus excellent local restaurants, cafes, and craft breweries.

Wine tours are one of the top things to do in Blenheim.

With its warm climate, easy access from Blenheim and Picton, and an unmatched concentration of world-class wineries, Marlborough is a must-visit for wine lovers, scenery, and genuine Kiwi hospitality.

15 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

ADDITIONAL INFO

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Not wheelchair accessible

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 11 travelers

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 11 travelers in total

CANCELLATION POLICY

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If its canceled because the minimum isnt met, youll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed)
Half-Day Wine Tour from Blenheim

Type: Wine Tasting or Winery Tours

Duration: 3 Hours
Half-Day Wine Tour from Blenheim
- Type:
  Wine Tasting or Winery Tours
- Duration:
  3 Hours
OVERVIEW

Explore some of Marlboroughs top wineries on an afternoon wine tour from Blenheim with tastings at three or four or carefully selected wineries. Round-trip transport from your hotel is provided so you can avoid the risk of drinking and driving, or the annoyance of designating a sober driver. Learn about the history and terroir of local wines and admire the beautiful vineyard landscape around Blenheim.

Includes handy transfers from Blenheim hotels or the airport

Have lunch before the tour so you can enjoy a few afternoon wines

Sample some of the wines that make this region so famous

Learn more about Marlborough from your local guide

INCLUDES

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Wine tasting

Local driver/guide

EXCLUDES

Lunch

MEETING AND PICKUP

Pickup points

The supplier will pick up customers from select hotels

Options and Start time

Half-Day Wine Tour from Blenheim:

01:30 PM

WHAT TO EXPECT

Begin with pickup at your centrally located accommodation in Blenheim, where youll meet a local guide and travel to the first winery of the afternoon. Make the most of your time in the car by learning the basics of the Marlborough wine regions history, climate, and wines.

This tour is designed for flexibility so the itinerary varies. Visit either three or four vineyards and taste your way through the wines they produce. If theres a type of wine you prefer, feel free to make requests while booking so the local wine experts can choose the best wineries for your group.

Throughout the tour, the guide shares stories and facts about Marlborough wines, making your tastings as informational and interesting as possible. This afternoon wine-tasting tour concludes with a return transfer to your Blenheim accommodation.

Sounds Connection (Pass by)

Welcome your world. This arvo Wine Tour provides an introduction to wine in a fun and informative way. Visit 3 - 4 wineries ensuring a cross section of wine styles

ADDITIONAL INFO

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children must be accompanied by an adult

Minimum drinking age is 18 years

Not wheelchair accessible

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers in total

CANCELLATION POLICY

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If its canceled because the minimum isnt met, youll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed)
Knights of the Sky - The Great War Exhibition in Blenheim

Type: Museums, Galleries, and Art Expositions

Duration: 45 Minutes
Knights of the Sky - The Great War Exhibition in Blenheim
- Type:
  Museums, Galleries, and Art Expositions
- Duration:
  45 Minutes
OVERVIEW

Visit the Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre in New Zealand, and admire World War I aircraft and artifacts on this Knights of the Sky Great War exhibition in Blenheim. Marvel at Sir Peter Jacksons own collection of planes and memorabilia, and gain insight into the technologies of the time. See the Great War brought back to life in awe-inspiring detail and gain insight into the aircrafts capabilities in the context of battle. Upgrade your ticket to explore the site with a guide and learn more about the various exhibits on show.

All entrance fees included

Step back in time on a history tour

Choice of morning or afternoon departure

INCLUDES

GST (Goods and Services Tax)

EXCLUDES

Food and drinks

Guided commentary unless requested

MEETING AND PICKUP

Meeting point

79 Aerodrome Road

Departure Point: We are located alongside the Omaka Airfield, 5km from the Blenheim CBD. The route is well sign-posted off State Highway One, along State Highway Six to Aerodrome Road. Address: 79 Aerodrome Road, Blenheim, Marlborough 7272 Dates: Daily (except Christmas Day)

Options and Start time

Knights of the Sky - Admission: 07/22/2026 - 11/30/2026

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday: 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM

Knights of the Sky - Admission: 12/01/2026 - 03/31/2027

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday: 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

WHAT TO EXPECT

1: Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre

The Knights of the Sky exhibition presents the story of aviation development during World War 1. Sharing the stories of the men and women behind the machines both in the air and on the ground. Captivating scenes created by cinematic experts WingNut Films depict the aircraft in context, sometimes recreating an incident that actually happened in the war. Rare memorabilia is on display, worthy of any national collection and ranges from beautifully crafted trench art through to personal items belonging to the famous Red Baron himself.

You can take a self guided tour or guided tours are available on request.

2 hours -Admission Ticket Included

ADDITIONAL INFO

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Food, drink & souvenirs are available for purchase

Children must be accompanied by an adult

Closed Christmas Day

Warm clothing recommended during the Winter months

As a courtesy to others, please only visit if you are well.

Not wheelchair accessible

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers in total

CANCELLATION POLICY

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed)
Marlborough Afternoon Wine Tour & Vineyard Experience

Type: Wine Tasting or Winery Tours

Duration: 4 Hours
Marlborough Afternoon Wine Tour & Vineyard Experience
- Type:
  Wine Tasting or Winery Tours
- Duration:
  4 Hours
OVERVIEW

The Marlborough region is New Zealands largest producer of wine. This half-day tour from Blenheim includes hotel pickup and offers a comprehensive introduction to Marlborough wine, starting with a lunch (own expense) at a winery restaurant paired with wine. In the afternoon, visit up to four wineries to tour vineyards, learn about winemaking, and enjoy expert-led tastings.

Lunch reservation at a winery in the Wairau Valley

Guided visits of up to four regional wineries

Hassle-free hotel pickup from Blenheim included

Enjoy beautiful views over the beautiful Wairau Valley

INCLUDES

Tour host with a passion of wine and Marlborough local history

Air-conditioned vehicle

All standard Cellar Door tasting experiences

Collection from your accommodation in Central Blenheim, Marlborough

EXCLUDES

Lunch is an extra cost to allow personal selection

This tour is not suitable for guests arriving on a Cruise Ship to Port Marlborough

MEETING AND PICKUP

Pickup points

The supplier will pick up customers from select hotels

Options and Start time

Marlborough Afternoon Wine Tou:

12:30 PM

Pickup details

We pickup from Hotels, Motels, BnB's, AirBnB's, Holiday Parks & Camp sites and private address.
We are unable to collect from out side central Blenheim areas on our Afternoon Half Day Tour, these areas include; Havelock, Picton, Dillon's Point, Rarangi, Taylor Dam, please check via email directly to Discovery Wine Tours.
This tour is not suitable for guests arriving to Marlborough via cruise ship's Port Marlborough Picton

WHAT TO EXPECT

1: Marlborough Region

Allow our charismatic & knowledgable team to ensure your Discovery Wine Tour is the highlight of your Marlborough experience.
Starting your experience at one of Marlborough's award winning Winery Restaurants, your a la carte menu will be accompanied with their Reserve Tasting or a glass of wine of your choice, the afternoon will then be enjoying another 2 Cellar Door experiences.
With wine in mind your will be enjoying the vineyard views and vines, the fun of fellow travellers and the stories that will make your day a feast for your senses.

4 hours -Admission Ticket Free

ADDITIONAL INFO

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children are not allowed on this tour without prior arrangement, we welcome children on our Private Premium Tours

Not wheelchair accessible

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 11 travelers

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 13 travelers in total

CANCELLATION POLICY

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed)
Marlborough Full-Day Wine Tasting & Winery Experience 6 hour

Type: Wine Tasting or Winery Tours

Duration: 6 Hours
Marlborough Full-Day Wine Tasting & Winery Experience 6 hour
- Type:
  Wine Tasting or Winery Tours
- Duration:
  6 Hours
OVERVIEW

The Marlborough region is known for its wine-making prowess, particularly for its sauvignon blancs and pinot noirs. Sample these and many others without worrying about who will drive on this guided tour of several of the regions appointment-only wineries. Discover the secrets of winemaking in the region and learn how to taste wine like a true professional. Hotel pickup is included for added convenience.

Includes hotel pickup and drop-off from Blenheim

No fighting for seats: tour Marlborough in a small and intimate group

Includes standard wine-tasting fees

Enjoy a full day of drinking, eating (own cost), and seeing the natural sights

INCLUDES

ALL standard cellar door tasting fees

Pickup and drop off from your accommodation

EXCLUDES

Pickup in Picton visit our website

Lunch

Gratuities

MEETING AND PICKUP

Meeting point

Blenheim isite Visitor Information Centre

Pickup points

The supplier will pick up customers from select hotels, or customers can make their own way to the starting point

Options and Start time

Marlborough Full-Day Wine & Winery Experience 6 hour:

10:30 AM

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Pickup details

Complimentary pickup is available from motels, hotels, AirBnB accommodation, private addresses, holiday parks, campgrounds, and approved freedom camping locations within Blenheim and Renwick.

Pickups from Picton, Havelock, and locations outside central Blenheim and Renwick may incur an additional transfer charge. If you are unsure whether your accommodation is within our pickup area, please contact us prior to booking.

WHAT TO EXPECT

1: Marlborough Region

Guests will enjoy a beautiful day exploring Marlborough's stunning wine region.
You will experience our world famours Savignon Blanc along with many different wine variatials for all palettes.
Our tours are designed for quality not quantity, the cellar doors you will experience will include pioneering family owned wineries or some of Marlborough's most boutique vineyards.
Your tastings will include current vintages, single block, Reserve and late harvest varietials.
Your tour will be a feast for your senses

6 hours -Admission Ticket Free

ADDITIONAL INFO

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Minimum age is 18 years

Minimum drinking age is 18 years

Not wheelchair accessible

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 11 travelers

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 13 travelers in total

CANCELLATION POLICY

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed)
Marlborough Icons Tour - Wine tasting + Cruise

Type: Cruises and Boating Tours

Duration: 7 Hours
Marlborough Icons Tour - Wine tasting + Cruise
- Type:
  Cruises and Boating Tours
- Duration:
  7 Hours
OVERVIEW

Marlborough is New Zealands largest wine region, and also famous for the scenic waterways of the Marlborough Sounds. Discover both on this full-day small-group tour without the risk of self-driving. After a pickup from Picton or Blenheim, visit several wineries for expert-led wine tastings. Tuck into a light lunch before setting sail on a Marlborough Sounds cruise, admiring the views as you sample delicious local salmon and greenshell mussels.

Go behind the scenes and learn more at several Marlborough wineries

Hotel pickup and round-trip transport included for convenience

Small-group tour ensures a personalized experience

An easy way to see and do a lot in this diverse region in one day

INCLUDES

Wine tasting

Seafood Cruise

Light lunch

Air-conditioned vehicle

Local taxes

EXCLUDES

Food and drinks (except wine tastings and light lunch & seafood tastings specified)

Enquire about our add-on pick up & drop off from Picton subject to availability and surcharges apply

MEETING AND PICKUP

Pickup points

The supplier will pick up customers from select hotels

Options and Start time

Marlborough Icons Tour - Wine tasting + Cruise:

10:00 AM

Pickup details

Please contact us with your accommodation or pick up location either at Picton or Blenheim - Please be ready by 09:15am for pick up.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Begin your day trip with pickup from your Blenheim hotel, and admire the sloping vineyards and distant mountain peaks as you drive into the heart of the Marlborough wine region, where 75% of New Zealands wine is produced.

Listen as your guide explains the popularity of its signature sauvignon blanc wine, and learn how the area's unique combination of soil and climate helps create its distinctive taste. Along the way, stop at several different wineries and cellar doors, where youll have chance to stroll around the vineyards, peek inside the wineries, and enjoy wine tasting.

After a morning of wine tasting, continue to the magnificent drowned valleys of the Marlborough Sounds, and tuck into a light lunch before setting sail for a scenic sightseeing cruise around Queen Charlotte Sound, accompanied by fresh salmon and mussels to snack on.

After soaking up the spectacular scenery, return to shore, where your driver will be waiting to take your back to your hotel.

1: Marlborough Region

The Marlborough Icons Tour covers the very best of Marlborough in one day. A Marlborough wine tour in the morning followed by a light lunch, then a relaxing seafood cruise for the afternoon, accompanied by fresh local seafood as you cruise the stunning Marlborough Sounds NZ. Sightseeing in the Marlborough wine region, famous for Sauvignon Blanc. View the vineyards, the wineries, sample great wines at two fabulous wineries.

3 hours -Admission Ticket Free

2: Marlborough Sounds

A relaxing seafood cruise for the afternoon, accompanied by fresh local seafood as you cruise the stunning Marlborough Sounds NZ.

3 hours -Admission Ticket Included

ADDITIONAL INFO

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Winter 2026 - Tour will only be running Wednesday and Saturdays

A maximum of 15 people per booking (larger groups by arrangement)

A minimum of 6 people

The afternoon cruise is subject to favorable weather conditions

May not be suitable for cruise ship guests, as the times for this cruise may not align to meet the callback time to the cruise ship. Please confirm your callback time before booking.

The afternoon part of the tour joins another group for the Seafood Odyssea Cruise which can have up to 40 people in peak season

Please review and acknowledge our Swimming Waiver on our website before participating in any swimming activities. https://www.marlboroughtourcompany.co.nz/about-us/swimming-waiver/

Children must be accompanied by an adult

Not wheelchair accessible

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers in total

CANCELLATION POLICY

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

This experience requires good weather. If its canceled due to poor weather, youll be offered a different date or a full refund.

This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If its canceled because the minimum isnt met, youll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed)
Marlborough Pure Wine Tasting Tour - afternoon 3-4hrs

Type: Wine Tasting or Winery Tours

Duration: 4 Hours
Marlborough Pure Wine Tasting Tour - afternoon 3-4hrs
- Type:
  Wine Tasting or Winery Tours
- Duration:
  4 Hours
OVERVIEW

Experience some of New Zealand's best wine on this small-group tour from Blenheim. Visit different wineries in Marlborough and learn about the region's unique climate and soil, which make it ideal for grape-growing. Sample a variety of wines, including Sauvignon Blanc, at each stop. Your guide ensures you travel from vineyard to vineyard safely, and also offers a wealth of information about the history of the region and each winery you visit.

Taste a wide variety of Marlborough wines

Learn about the wine-making process from experts

Avoid having to nominate a designated driver

Enjoy a classically Marlborough experience

INCLUDES

Air-conditioned vehicle

Complimentary Door to Door service

Cellar Door Tasting Fees are inclusive of your tour tariff

EXCLUDES

Any food you may wish to buy during the tour

MEETING AND PICKUP

Pickup points

The supplier will pick up customers from select hotels

Options and Start time

Marlborough Pure Wine Tasting Tour - afternoon 3-4hrs:

01:30 PM

Pickup details

Complimentary pickup is available from your nominated central Blenheim accommodation or from the Blenheim i-SITE Visitor Information Centre. If you are unsure whether your location is within our pickup area, please contact us prior to booking.
Please note: pickups for this tour are available from central Blenheim locations only.
This tour does not pick up from Picton or is suitable for Cruise Ship passenger guests

WHAT TO EXPECT

1: Discovery Wine Tours

Discover the flavours, stories, and stunning vineyard landscapes that have made Marlborough famous around the world for exceptional wine.

This relaxed half-day wine tasting experience visits three carefully selected Marlborough cellar doors, giving you the opportunity to enjoy a variety of award-winning wines while learning about the people, passion, and winemaking traditions behind the regions success.

Hosted by friendly local guides, this tour is designed to be fun, social, and informative, offering the perfect way to spend an afternoon in New Zealands premier wine region.

All standard cellar door tasting fees are included in your tour price. If you would like a light snack during the afternoon, selected cellar doors may have food available for purchase.

If you have any special requests, please include them during the booking process.

Please note: pickup generally takes place approximately 15 minutes before tour departure, so we kindly ask guests to be ready in advance.

3 hours -Admission Ticket Included

ADDITIONAL INFO

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children are not allowed on this tour without prior arrangement

Minimum age is 18 years - NZ Drinking Age Law

Not wheelchair accessible

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers in total

CANCELLATION POLICY

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed)
Private Biking Wine Tour (full day) in the Marlborough Region

Type: Wine Tasting or Winery Tours

Duration: 6 Hours
Private Biking Wine Tour (full day) in the Marlborough Region
- Type:
  Wine Tasting or Winery Tours
- Duration:
  6 Hours
OVERVIEW

Spin through New Zealands Marlborough wine region, without getting lost, and sample delicious local wines on a private, full-day guided bike tour. Follow your guide along rural trails past lush vineyards, where grape vines thrive in the sun-drenched soils. Visit five wineries to learn about the areas rich winemaking heritage. Stop for lunch in one vineyard (own cost) and sample some of Marlboroughs most famous wines.

Relax with hotel pickup and drop-off from Blenheim or Renwick

Tasting fees and a winery experience (tour or food matching) are included

Forget the rush of big group tours and pedal at your own pace

Cycle through the rural area without the risk of getting lost

INCLUDES

Wine Experience - either a winery tour or private tasting or food & wine match

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Professional guide

Use of bicycle

Use of helmet

Wine tasting charges

MEETING AND PICKUP

Pickup points

The supplier will pick up customers from select hotels

Options and Start time

Electric Bike:

09:15 AM

Standard Bike:

09:15 AM

Pickup details

Departure Point: Blenheim or Renwick accommodation. Please make sure we have your accommodation details.

WHAT TO EXPECT

1: The Vines Village

The Vines Village is our home base. This is the starting point for our tours. From here we will visit 5-6 wineries before returning here at the end of the day.

30 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

ADDITIONAL INFO

Specialized infant seats are available

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Bring comfortable clothes for cycling

It is recommended to also bring a warm top, sunscreen and sunglasses for this tour

Minimum drinking age is 18 years

Children younger than 18 years old can be accommodated with prior notice

A maximum of 10 people per booking

Not wheelchair accessible

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

CANCELLATION POLICY

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed)
Private Driving Wine Tour (full day) in the Marlborough Region

Type: Wine Tasting or Winery Tours

Duration: 6 Hours
Private Driving Wine Tour (full day) in the Marlborough Region
- Type:
  Wine Tasting or Winery Tours
- Duration:
  6 Hours
OVERVIEW

Visitors to the Marlborough region often visit some of the regions many wineries, but theres always someone who draws the short straw and has to be the sober driver. On this private tour, visit the wineries you want without anyone missing out on the samples. Taste various types of wine at several wineries, all selected by your guide based on your tastes and your preferences.

Discover the secrets behind the winemaking process

Receive personalized attention on a private tour

Youll be back at your hotel in Blenheim or Renwick in time for dinner

Lunch will be available at one winery (own expense)

INCLUDES

Professional guide

Wine tasting charges

Accommodation pickup and drop-off

Wine experience

MEETING AND PICKUP

Pickup points

The supplier will pick up customers from select hotels

Options and Start time

Private Driving Wine Tour (full day) in the Marlborough Region:

09:45 AM

Pickup details

We will pick up all travelers from their accommodation in the Blenheim / Renwick townships. If outside this area or wish to be picked up from another location then please contact us directly. Please note we do not pick up from Picton or Havelock

WHAT TO EXPECT

Explore Marlborough Wine Tours (Pass by)

Explore Marlborough Wine Tours are based at the Vines Village which is right in the heart of the Marlborough wine region.

ADDITIONAL INFO

Specialized infant seats are available

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Minimum drinking age is 18 years

Children younger than 18 years old can be accommodated with prior notice

Not wheelchair accessible

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 11 travelers

CANCELLATION POLICY

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed)
Progressive Wine and Gourmet Trail of Marlborough

Type: Wine Tasting or Winery Tours

Duration: 6 Hours
Progressive Wine and Gourmet Trail of Marlborough
- Type:
  Wine Tasting or Winery Tours
- Duration:
  6 Hours
OVERVIEW

Get out of town and treat yourself to a day of delectable gourmet creations on this relaxing small-group tour around some of Marlboroughs best restaurants and boutique wineries. Your menu at each stop is tailored to your likes, dislikes, and dietary requirements. Enjoy fresh locally grown produce and sample Marlborough wines specially matched to your menu, with hotel pickup and drop-off included for convenience.

Includes lunch, snacks, wine tastings, and bottled water

Hotel pickup and drop-off included for convenience

Take home a complimentary pack of local chocolates

Receive personalized attention on a small-group tour

INCLUDES

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Complimentary chocolates and gift

Professional guide

Bottled water

Wine tasting

Snacks

Lunch

EXCLUDES

Beverages and food over and above the Inclusion value are available for purchase

MEETING AND PICKUP

Pickup points

The supplier will pick up customers from select hotels

Options and Start time

Progressive Wine and Gourmet Trail of Marlborough:

10:00 AM

Pickup details

Everyone is picked up and dropped off at their designated accommodation

WHAT TO EXPECT

1: Saint Clair Family Estate Vineyard Kitchen

Wine flights of their award winning wines to match the delicious gourmet presented on your tour

30 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

2: Nautilus Estate

Specialising in wine and food match with cheese platters, salmon or amazing terrine with crackers and chutney.

30 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

3: Forrest Wines Cellar Door

Picturesque lake setting and tree studded grounds ideal for picnics and wine and gourmet trails. Cellar door hosts with wonderful stories on the wine making history and current exciting times. Family owned with distinct characteristics in their wines. Home of the Doctors.

45 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

4: Wither Hills Cellar Door

High vantage points of the Wairau Plains and the acres of vineyards and rolling hills that line the Valley.

Stretch out on a bean bag with your wines and your perfect food match platters. Music to sooth and staff who treat you like royalty.

45 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

5: The Vines Village

A variety of not only Whitehaven wines, a tasty treat and lunch option at cafe, A Gin Room, A brewery and a place to sample local cheeses and oils and local craft gifts.

30 minutes -Admission Ticket Free

ADDITIONAL INFO

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Minimum drinking age is 18 years

Dress code is smart casual

Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required

Not wheelchair accessible

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers in total

CANCELLATION POLICY

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed)
Skip the Line: Dangerous Skies WWII Exhibition - Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre

Type: Museums, Galleries, and Art Expositions

Duration: 1 Hours
Skip the Line: Dangerous Skies WWII Exhibition - Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre
- Type:
  Museums, Galleries, and Art Expositions
- Duration:
  1 Hours
OVERVIEW

Omaka Aviation Heritage Centres Dangerous Skies exhibition tells the incredible stories of World War IIs unsung aviation heroes. See impeccably-restored bombers and fighter planes from the era and immerse yourself in the museums Battle of Stalingrad Experience, a multimedia extravaganza that throws you right in the middle of the infamous siege. Skip the lines and book a special guided tour of the exhibit to learn more about these stories.

Learn about Russias Night Witches, a notorious all-woman bombing squad

See how Wellingtons famous Weta Workshop built the mannequins

For the enthusiast, self-guided tours of the exhibit are also available

Take home a memory: souvenirs for young and old are available in the shop

INCLUDES

GST (Goods and Services Tax)

EXCLUDES

Transportation to/from attractions

Guided commentary unless requested.

Food and drinks.

MEETING AND PICKUP

Meeting point

Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre

Options and Start time

Self-Guided Tour: 07/21/2026 - 11/30/2026

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday: 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM

Self-Guided Tour: 12/01/2026 - 03/31/2027

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday: 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

WHAT TO EXPECT

1: Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre

The museum is open 7 days throughout the year with the exception of Christmas Day. Last entry is from 4pm and we close at 5pm. We recommend that you allow a minimum of 45-minute to visit this exhibition.

On the 1st of November 2016, the highly-anticipated unveiling of Omaka Aviation Heritage Centres second exhibition Dangerous Skies took place. Utilizing the talents of both homegrown and internationally based experts the resulting displays have evolved yet again. Today the Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre, is a world-class destination for the appreciation of historic aircraft. Not just for enthusiasts, the centre tells the story of aviation during World Wars I & II, the time in which the most intense period of aviation development took place.

Admission Ticket Included

ADDITIONAL INFO

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Specialized infant seats are available

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Coffee Kiosk and light refreshments available

Souvenirs available for purchase

All guests must be well and are required to sign in for contact tracing purposes.

Not wheelchair accessible

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

CANCELLATION POLICY

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed)
Skip the Line:WWI & WWII Combo Exhibitions at the Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre

Type: Museums, Galleries, and Art Expositions

Duration: 90 Minutes
Skip the Line:WWI & WWII Combo Exhibitions at the Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre
- Type:
  Museums, Galleries, and Art Expositions
- Duration:
  90 Minutes
OVERVIEW

Save time and skip the lines with this combo ticket to Omaka Aviation Heritage Centres cutting-edge Knights of the Sky and Dangerous Skies exhibits. Learn about New Zealands wartime pilots and see their stories brought to life in sets created by the award-winning WingNut Films and Weta Workshop. Enthusiasts should make a beeline to the Centres aviation relics: immaculately preserved bomber planes and fighter jets from both World Wars.

See the Battle for Stalingrad in a thrilling audiovisual experience

Explore at your own pace with general admission tickets

No need to choose one exhibit over the other as you'll get access to both

A fun family-friendly attraction in the heart of Marlborough wine country

INCLUDES

GST (Goods and Services Tax)

EXCLUDES

Transportation to/from attractions

Guided commentary unless requested.

Food and drink.

MEETING AND PICKUP

Meeting point

Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre

Options and Start time

Self-Guided Combo Entry Only: 07/21/2026 - 11/30/2026

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday: 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM

Self-Guided Combo Entry Only: 12/01/2026 - 03/31/2027

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday: 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

WHAT TO EXPECT

1: Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre

The museum is open 7 days throughout the year with the exception of Christmas Day. Currently we are open from 10am and closing at 4pm. We recommend that you allow a minimum of 90-minutes to visit both exhibitions.

In December 2006 the opening exhibition, Knights of the Sky was ground breaking, not just in terms of the historical importance, rarity and scale of the collection but in the innovative way it was presented. The generosity of film director Sir Peter Jackson, the owner of the collection, was integral in bringing the exhibition to life in a series of dioramas utilizing the formidable creative talents of WingNut Films and enhanced by mannequins by Weta Workshop.

In 2016, Dangerous Skies a second exhibition was opened. Utilizing the talents of both homegrown and internationally based experts the resulting displays have evolved yet again. Omaka, is a world-class destination for the appreciation of historic aircraft and the magnificent men and women who flew and created them.

Admission Ticket Included

ADDITIONAL INFO

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Specialized infant seats are available

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Coffee, light refreshments and souvenirs available for purchase

All guests must be well and are required to sign in for contact tracing purposes.

Not wheelchair accessible

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers in total

CANCELLATION POLICY

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed)
Taste the Valley Wine Tour in Marlborough with Wine Tasting

Type: Wine Tasting or Winery Tours

Duration: 5 Hours
Taste the Valley Wine Tour in Marlborough with Wine Tasting
- Type:
  Wine Tasting or Winery Tours
- Duration:
  5 Hours
OVERVIEW

Explore New Zealand's premier wine region on this morning wineries tour from Blenheim. Visit four wineries, each internationally acclaimed for their red and white wines, particularly sauvignon blanc grapes that flourish in the sun-drenched alluvial soils of Marlborough. Stroll through the vines and contemplate the meaningful things in life. The practical things, like your round-trip transport and hotel pickup, are all taken care of for you.

Taste Marlboroughs world-famous sauvignon blanc and pinot noir

Limited to groups of 11 people, theres plenty of chance to ask questions

Hotel transfers between Blenheim and wineries included

Wine-tasting fees are included; stop at a winery for lunch at own expense

INCLUDES

Door to Door service - specify your pick up location in Blenhiem area

Standard Wine tasting fees

Visits to four wineries

Professional driver/guide

Live commentary on board

EXCLUDES

1 Small bag only, no suitcases are able to be taken on tour

MEETING AND PICKUP

Pickup points

The supplier will pick up customers from select hotels

Options and Start time

Taste the Valley Wine Tour in Marlborough with Wine Tasting:

10:00 AM

Pickup details

We can pick up from all central Accommodation in the Blenheim township, or the Railway Station/ I Site. If you are outside of the township we will contact you with a more accurate pick up time. We work to accomodate all requests.

WHAT TO EXPECT

1: Marlborough Region

Join us at the orginal Marlborough Wine Tours for a tour of 4 of our beautfull cellar doors in the Marlborough Region. The tour take 4-5 hours and gives you a great introduction to Marlborough Wines

5 hours -Admission Ticket Free

ADDITIONAL INFO

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Minimum drinking age is 18 years

Small group tour with a maximum of 11 people

Not wheelchair accessible

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 11 travelers

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 11 travelers in total

CANCELLATION POLICY

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

(For information purpose only - definite start times will show on voucher, once confirmed)