Private Tour: Winter Wine and Scenic Delights Tour from Blenheim

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About this activity

A private winter wine and scenic tour departing Blenheim at 11:00 am and returning at 4:00 pm is the perfect option for discovering Marlborough which has the record for the longest sunshine hours in New Zealand. There are plenty of sensational wines, gourmet delights and stunning scenic landscapes all year round for you to enjoy. Indoor and outdoor itineraries are custom made to suit your day. Travel in comfort with your tour guide, a local owner with experience and knowledge to share. Relax and enjoy the sunshine with views of the snowy mountain tops in the distance.

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At a glance

Duration: 5 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Pamela March Trading As Your Local Chauffeur

What is included

Included

Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
Included: Private tour
Included: Bottled water
Included: Wine tasting
Included: Transport by private vehicle

Not included

Not included: Food and drinks
Not included: Lunch

Itinerary

Makana Confections

15 min

Chocolates just melt in your mouth. The flavour of the Macadamia Butter Crunch is out of this world. Always a stop on tour.
Saint Clair Family Estate Vineyard Kitchen

30 min

Wine tasting of their special award winning wines, Wairau Reserve Sauvignon Blanc especially and their bubbly. More varieties too.
Blue Penguin New Zealand Gifts

30 min

Hand-crafters of the New Zealand greenstone and paua into mastery of pieces of jewellery. Stop here to see and feel the merino possum jumpers, capes, hats,scarves and more. Sheepskin slippers. Manuka skin care and other such as sheep lanolin and lavendar.
Forrest Wines Cellar Door

30 min

Family who love making wine. Daughter Beth is their renowned wine maker and varieties such as Albarino and Chenin Blanc and more. A wonderful way to relax on the veranda overlooking their expansive park setting with pond and beautiful trees. Bean bags for those who wish to sun themselves in the Marlborough sunshine every day of the year.
The Vines Village

30 min

An icon stop but a must to get good Wifi if needed and a cafe with delicious cuisine snacks and meals. Wine tasting, beer and gin all on tap for you. Relax by the lake under the umbrellas with views of the hills and vineyards. Quilters barn for the crafty people, merino possum ware and gourmet treats of Manuka Honey , pate and oils and more.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Picton Oxleys Luxury Apartments
Picton Aerodrome
Okiwa Bay Lodge
193 Aorangi Manor Motel
The Marlborough
Bings Motel
Blue Ridge Estate
Blenheim Spa Motor Lodge
Spring Creek Motels
Cherylea Motel
Montana Lodge Motel
Centre Court Motel

and 39 more pickup points

Pick up and return is at your designated accommodation. Please note this at time of booking.

Using your ticket

Minimum drinking age is 18 years

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

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
Seasonal offer
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Advance bookings are required for some activities and payment on the day is acceptable. Custom choices of activities are planned prior to your arrival once you have confirmed your booking
Additional activity entry fees may be subject to minor seasonal changes