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Beyond the Vines - Full-Day Marlborough Wine Tasting Tour

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.

Beyond the Vines - Full-Day Marlborough Wine Tasting Tour

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Full Day Winemakers Tour in Marlborough

Learn the secrets to great wine on this full-day wineries tour of Marlborough, guided by a winemaker. Visit 4–6 wineries in New Zealand’s 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.

Full Day Winemakers Tour in Marlborough

6 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Marlborough Wine Tour - Afternoon of Cuisine & Wine 4hrs

Marlborough Wine Tour - Afternoon of Cuisine & Wine 4hrs

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Marlborough Sounds Ultimate Cruise

Spend half a day among the thriving wildlife of the outer Marlborough Sounds on a small-boat wildlife tour from Picton. Spot rare sea birds like penguins and shags, plus a couple of species of dolphin, in Queen Charlotte Sound. Set foot on Motuara Island, a bird sanctuary Island that holds significance to colonial New Zealand history. Your guides are deeply knowledgeable about this area, so make the most of them and ask plenty of questions.

Marlborough Sounds Ultimate Cruise

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Half-Day Cruise in Marlborough Sounds from Picton

Enjoy a morning cruise through Queen Charlotte Sound in the Marlborough Sounds, visiting historic Ship Cove, where Captain Cook landed in the 1770s. Disembark to see the memorial on the sheltered beach, as well as Māori wood carvings. On the return journey, cruise through Endeavour Inlet with passenger and freight drop-offs while listening to informative commentary about the marine life, cultural history, and natural features of the Marlborough Sounds.

Half-Day Cruise in Marlborough Sounds from Picton

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Marlborough Wine Region Tour from the Port of Picton

Marlborough Wine Region Tour from the Port of Picton

4 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

Self-Guided Biking Wine Tour (full day) in the Marlborough Region.

Skip the minivans, the strangers, and the set list of cellar doors on this self-guided tour around the Marlborough wine region. Spend the day cycling around the vineyards and countryside outside Blenheim with your group, dropping in at the wineries and restaurants that you want to visit. If you’re having trouble building an itinerary of your own, get customized recommendations based on your tastes and interests.

Self-Guided Biking Wine Tour (full day) in the Marlborough Region.

6 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Half-Day Wine Tour from Picton

Half-Day Wine Tour from Picton

Marlborough Classic Wine Tasting Tour.

Travel in a comfortable van, watch the beautiful countryside go by as we drive from location to location. Sample 4 different local wines at either 3 or 4 different cellar doors. Everything is all arranged and booked for you. Do you have a sweet tooth? We can also call into the Chocolate Factory as a free extra if you like. ARRIVING ON A CRUISE SHIP, PLEASE NOTE: -Shuttle buses will bring you from the cruise ship to the Picton Information Centre, and this is where I will be waiting for you. Start times/meeting time may change, so please do keep in contact. This is due to evey cruise ships arrival time is different.

Marlborough Classic Wine Tasting Tour.

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Marlborough Icons Tour - Wine tasting + Cruise

Marlborough is New Zealand’s 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.

Marlborough Icons Tour - Wine tasting + Cruise

6 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Seafood Odyssea Marlborough Sounds Cruise from Picton

Discover the natural beauty and fresh seafood of the Marlborough Sounds on an afternoon cruise from Picton. Travel by luxury catamaran through the sheltered waters of Queen Charlotte Sound. Taste fresh, locally farmed salmon and Greenshell mussels on board, pairing them with a glass of local wine if you like (own expense). Learn about marine farming in the sounds, and admire the views of otherwise hard-to-reach places.

Seafood Odyssea Marlborough Sounds Cruise from Picton

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Full-Day Taste the Wines of Marlborough Tour

Leave the choice of wineries up to a guide while you relax on a wine-tasting tour of Marlborough. With a small group you’ll 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.

Full-Day Taste the Wines of Marlborough Tour

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Half-Day Marlborough Wine Tour & Beer Tour

Half-Day Marlborough Wine Tour & Beer Tour

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Marlborough Pure Wine Tasting Tour - afternoon 3-4hrs

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.

Marlborough Pure Wine Tasting Tour - afternoon 3-4hrs

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Discover Marlborough Wine - Afternoon Marlborough Wine Tour

Discover Marlborough Wine - Afternoon Marlborough Wine Tour

4 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

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

Discover the essence of Marlborough with a premier experience designed for discerning wine lovers. This exclusive tour offers a deep dive into Cloudy Bay’s prestigious wine portfolio, including their celebrated Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, and Pinot Noir. Guests will enjoy a series of meticulously curated wine tastings at different vineyards. They will also enjoy a gourmet lunch crafted by top Marlborough chefs. Wine tastings at 4 different vineyards exploring organic, boutique and famous Marlborough wineries each with a completely different terroirs. The tour also features immersive wine information providing insights into the Marlborough's terroir and winemaking process. With something new at every turn, the Gourmet Gold Wine Tour promises a memorable journey through the Marlborough region, showcasing the exceptional quality and diversity or the Marlborough region.

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

6 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Jimmy’s Classic Marlborough Wine tours

Jimmy’s Classic Marlborough Wine tours

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Motuara Wildlife Sanctuary Tour and Dolphin Cruise from Picton

Search for rare seabirds and several species of marine mammals, such as Hector's, bottlenose and dusky dolphins along with New Zealand fur seals, during a half-day sightseeing cruise in the Marlborough Sounds. Cruise to Queen Charlotte Sound and take a nature walk on Motuara Island, where a predator-free landscape allows for plentiful birdlife. Listen to commentary from enthusiastic marine biologists, and treat yourself to tea, coffee, hot chocolate and cookies.

Motuara Wildlife Sanctuary Tour and Dolphin Cruise from Picton

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Queen Charlotte Sound Mail Boat Cruise

Take in a slice of rustic Marlborough living on this mail boat cruise of Tōtaranui / Queen Charlotte Sound. Life in the sounds is remote, and this tour offers the chance to share in the excitement of mail day. Enjoy a free morning in Picton before spending your afternoon cruising past isolated bays, with a unique route on offer each day. Ask your skipper about the history of the Queen Charlotte Sound, and benefit from their help spotting the wildlife that frequent these waterways.

Queen Charlotte Sound Mail Boat Cruise

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Skip the Line: Dangerous Skies WWII Exhibition - Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre

Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre’s Dangerous Skies exhibition tells the incredible stories of World War II’s unsung aviation heroes. See impeccably-restored bombers and fighter planes from the era and immerse yourself in the museum’s 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.

Skip the Line: Dangerous Skies WWII Exhibition - Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre

45 minutes to 7 hoursFree Cancellation

Skip the Line:WWI & WWII Combo Exhibitions at the Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre

Save time and skip the lines with this combo ticket to Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre’s cutting-edge “Knights of the Sky” and “Dangerous Skies” exhibits. Learn about New Zealand’s 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 Centre’s aviation relics: immaculately preserved bomber planes and fighter jets from both World Wars.

Skip the Line:WWI & WWII Combo Exhibitions at the Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Morning Guided with Afternoon Self-Guided Biking Wine Tour

Enjoy the benefits of both guided and independent travel on this Marlborough wineries day tour by bike. Check out the vines with a guide in the morning, then set off on your own in the afternoon. Sample wines at three guided winery visits, then continue the adventure independently, armed with a wine map, a warm glow, and some helpful local tips. Includes a pickup from Blenheim or Renwick accommodation.

Morning Guided with Afternoon Self-Guided Biking Wine Tour

7 hoursFree Cancellation

7 - Day North to South Island Grand Tour - Auckland to Queenstown

This action-packed 7-day tour encompasses the highlights of both of New Zealand’s main islands. It's ideal for first-time visitors who are short on time. Starting in Auckland, stop at Waitomo, Rotorua, Wellington, Kaikoura, Christchurch, Mt. Cook, Queenstown, and elsewhere. Ride a scenic train and spot whales on a boat tour. Accommodation, all admission fees, and transportation are included, letting you see and do more than you could independently.

7 - Day North to South Island Grand Tour - Auckland to Queenstown

7 daysFree Cancellation

from $1,752

Captain Cook and Dolphin Cruise

During this half-day nature cruise in the Marlborough Sounds, enthusiastic marine biologists point out wildlife including New Zealand fur seals and several species of dolphins: Hector's, bottlenose, and dusky. Spot rare seabirds and learn about the history between Cook and the Māori people of Aotearoa while you’re treated to refreshments on board. Board in Picton and travel up Queen Charlotte Sound to difficult-to-reach Motuara Island and Ship Cove.

Captain Cook and Dolphin Cruise

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Marlborough Vineyards

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Know before you go

Marlborough Vineyards

Wine lovers or anyone curious to learn about wine will find plenty on offer here.
Tours typically include tasting award-winning Marlborough wines at cellar doors.
Expect a full-day exploration to last at least 6 hours, including transport.
Bring comfortable clothes, a warm top, sunscreen, and sunglasses for cycling.

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Can I pick which wineries I want to visit on a tour of Marlborough vineyards, or is the itinerary fixed?

What should I bring with me on a Marlborough vineyards tour?

It’s a good idea to bring drinking water, a season-appropriate jacket, and a sunhat and sunscreen when visiting the Marlborough vineyards. You might also want to bring a sturdy shopping bag for any purchases. The legal drinking age in New Zealand is 18, but wine sellers must check the ID of anyone they think could be under 25—so, make sure to bring ID if you’re in your early 20s, or could be mistaken for being in your early 20s or younger.

Are there any options for touring Marlborough vineyards that go beyond wine tasting?

Yes, along with wine tasting at the vineyards, you can participate in some other activities. Some tours include lunch or a cheese platter, to complement the wine. If you’re feeling active you can sign up for a self-guided cycle tour between the wineries—this is a great way to admire the views of vineyards framed by mountains. Some tours, especially those run out of Picton, also feature a cruise on Queen Charlotte Sound.

What is the best time of year to visit Marlborough vineyards for tours and tastings?

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