Marlborough Wine Region: Recommended tours & tickets

Travel in a luxury minibus to the famous cellar doors of Marlborough on this approx. 5-hour tour. Compare the aromas of Marlborough's finest wines and taste the passion that goes into every bottle; then visit the barrel rooms and chat about viticulture and wine making. You will visit up to five wineries ranging from the internationally famous to boutique, family-run estates. Finish the day with a nibble of hand made gourmet chocolates at our chocolate factory. Minimum booking 2 passengers

Your day will be visiting up to 5-6 appointment only Cellar Door vineyards and one stop will include one of Marlborough's award winning Vineyards for an exceptional lunch & top flight tasting selection. Lunch experience is at the guests care. Sauvignon blanc may be the dominant force in this are, but with over 15 grape varieties grown we have a wine to suit every palate. Immerse yourself in the fascinationg stories of incredible personalities, challenges that have made Marlborough a New World Wine Region. Time permitting - A good wine starts in the vineyard, we'll explain how vines are planted, pruned, managed and harvested.   Cellar Door tasting experience fees are included in your tour tariff. Lunch is at the guests cost on the day, not included in your tour tariff. For Bespoke and Premium Private Tours please visit our website . If you have any special requests please enter these during the booking process.

Afternoon wine tour with a lunch stop. A great option for people who desire the expert knowledge and connections that a winemaker tour guide can offer. A compact tour with time for lunch at a winery (at own cost). On our half day tour you get up close and personal with the Marlborough wine region. You visit 3-4 wineries which can include a visit to Makana Chocolate Shop. Lunch at a vineyard restaurant is always a highlight for our half-day customers. The half day small group winery tour has an itinerary but the tour guide will invite participants to make winery requests and vineyard suggestions. If you have a favorite wine that you would like to taste and visit then we will do our best to take you there on this Half day Winery tour. This tour does not include a visit to Cloudy Bay, Fromm and Hans Herzog. Contact us to upgrade to a "Full-day Winemaker's Tour" which includes an informative vineyard stop, followed by a behind-the-scenes look at a modern working winery! 0800 478 868

Taste some of New Zealand's most vibrant and flavorful wines at the multi-award winning Marlborough cellar doors on this full-day small-group tour. During this scenic journey around the valley, you will encounter a range of fruity Sauvignon Blancs, lusty Aromatics and Pinot Noir to die for. Enjoy lunch (at your own cost) at a vineyard restaurant and finish your tour with a taste of hand-made gourmet chocolates. What an exceptional day! MINIMUM BOOKING FOR 2 GUESTS

With a winemaker as your guide; your tour starts with an informative vineyard stroll, followed by a behind-the-scenes look at a modern working winery. You can ask all those curly questions, and capture the best behind-the-scenes winery photos. Next, we’ll get up close and personal with the Marlborough wine region and you’ll taste any delight that isn’t tied down. In our full day tour you visit 4-6 wineries which may include a local brewery (depending on the preferences of the group), with over 40 cellar doors to choose from, if you’ve got a favourite we’ll do our best to get you there. This tour does not include a visit to Cloudy Bay, Fromm and Hans Herzog. If Cloudy Bay is a must see then please book our Gourmet Gold Tour or a Private Wine tour Lunch at a vineyard restaurant is always a highlight and is at your own cost. There is opportunity to visit the Makana Chocolate Shop. Visit 4-6 wineries.

Indulge your senses with this special Marlborough Wine Tour, a full day exploring behind the scenes of the world-renown Marlborough wine region near Blenheim at the top of New Zealand's South Island. On this intimate wine tour, you’ll visit a select number of exclusive Marlborough wineries where you’ll taste award-winning reserve-grade Marlborough wine, talk with respected senior wine staff, explore beautiful Marlborough vineyards and enjoy a delicious gourmet lunch made with fresh local produce.

Explore New Zealand's premier wine region on this 3 winery visit tour from Blenheim departing at @10am.  Visit different wineries in the Marlborough wine region, stroll through the vineyards, and sample wines such as Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir. This small-group tour is limited to 11 people and includes pickup and drop-off from your Blenheim / Renwick accommodation. One of the stops will be at a winery resturant where you can enjoy lunch at your expense The tour takes @4.5 hours.

Discover the beauty of Marlborough your way. Rent a bike from us and enjoy your own self-guided wine tour. We’ll set you up with quality equipment and send you on your way with all the  recommendations, tips and hints you need to craft your own unforgettable Marlborough wine adventure. Your full day bike hire includes a bike, helmet, Hi-Viz vest, wine map and pick up from your local accommodation. Pick up is at 9.30am and we have you back to your accommodation about 5pm. Tandem bikes, child tagalong bikes, trailers, baby seats and E-bikes (electric bikes) are also available as an optional paid upgrade option.

Leave your worries behind you, hire a bike, and spend the day touring around the beautiful, scenic Marlborough wine region. This bike hire will ensure you a stress-free day out with a bike, a helmet, a winery map and free pickup and drop off from your Blenheim and Renwick accommodation, as well as our recommendations on which wineries to visit and what wines to taste.. Don’t miss out on this relaxing yet exciting self guided biking wine tour, save your spot today!

Our experienced Tour Host will collect you from your advised accommodation approximately 15 minutes before tour start time. Your chosen tour will be for approximatley 5 hours returning you to your accommodation. Our first stop will be at an award winning Vineyard Cellar Door where a wine tasting experience and lunch will set the day. After lunch, a fun afternoon will commence with approximately another 3 Cellar Door experiences where you will enjoy award winning top fligh vineyard wines. Time permitting - A good wine starts in the vineyard, we'll explain how vines are planted, pruned, managed and harvested.   All Cellar Door tasting experience fees are included in your tour tariff. Lunch is at the guests cost on the day, not included in your tour tariff. For Bespoke and Premium Private Tours please visit our website . If you have any special requests please enter these during the booking process.

You will experience sensational wines, stunning landscapes and delicious gourmet treats on this relaxing tour departing Picton, offering a full-day experience of the Marlborough wine region in New Zealand. A variety of options can also be included for heritage, ocean views and local craft hot spots. Your tour departs from Picton at 9:20am and a door to door service is provided from and to your accommodation. You travel in a small personal group of no more than 6 giving you a very personal group experience and a chance to meet like-minded travelers. All wine tasting fees are included and any personal requests or recommended hot spots are welcomed. Savor local cuisine at our winery venues (at your own cost). Enjoy the most popular wines Sauvignon and Pinot Noir and other wine varietals that grow well in our region. Your local chauffeur/guide has knowledge and experience to share with you and will create a fun and memorable day just for you.

Enjoy the very best of Marlborough, at the top of New Zealand's South Island. Indulge in Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc, the Marlborough Sounds and fresh local seafood on this full-day tour. A Marlborough wine tour in the morning is followed by a light lunch prior to departure, then a relaxing seafood cruise for the afternoon, accompanied by fresh local seafood as you cruise the stunning Marlborough Sounds.

Enjoy a 4-5 hour fun tour with a local chauffeur/guide departing from the Port of Picton with a scenic journey to the Marlborough Wine region. Taste award winning local wines, delicious gourmet treats and view stunning landscapes as you travel from place to place. Each cellar door offers unique styles and of course some famous Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir. There is time to visit 3-4 wineries on your tour. Savour local cuisine in a winery garden café or enjoy a wine with a cheese, meat, seafood platter overlooking the stunning Wairau Valley. Returning to Picton in plenty of time for your ships scheduled departure you might like to include a short return drive to see spectacular views from a great look out of Picton Port, your ship and the sparkling Queen Charlotte Sound.