Explore Marlborough’s finest wines and regional delicacies on a private winter tour from Blenheim. Customize your itinerary and savor personalized experiences.
- Saint Clair Family Estate Vineyard Kitchen - Exceptional local wines, including one of Marlborough’s most awarded Sauvignon Blancs. Enjoy a delightful lunch at the restaurant with options for indoor or outdoor seating, all with stunning vineyard views.
- Cloudy Bay - Delight in wine tasting and savor seafood from the Raw Bar, featuring local oysters, Cloudy Bay clams, sushi, and exquisite cheese platters. Unwind in the expansive landscapes with views of the vineyards and Wairau Valley.
- Framingham Wines - Known for its delicious Rieslings and Montepulciano Rosé, this spot offers wine tastings paired with cheeses, meats, and locally made crackers and breads.
- Clos Henri Vineyard - This unique Marlborough vineyard allows you to compare Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir grown in different terroirs just meters apart, thanks to an earthquake fault running through the vineyard. Enjoy the vast Wairau landscapes while tasting wines paired with French cheeses, condiments, and homemade breads.
- Makana Confections - A must-visit at the start or end of your tour for boutique chocolate tasting and sales. Indulge in unique flavors like Pinot Noir truffles, salted caramel, and the irresistible Macadamia Butter Crunch.
- Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre - Experience Peter Jackson’s impressive collection of classic WWI and WWII aircraft. The center features realistic displays and scenes depicting historical events.
- Marlborough Sounds - If time permits, take a scenic drive around the Bays of Marlborough Sounds. Enjoy boating, fishing, jet skiing, and possibly spotting dolphins or orcas. Paddle in the clear waters or take a short boat trip to see Marlborough’s famous green-lip mussel farms. Along the way, visit a Family Farm Park for the kids or stop for pizza or a traditional BBQ lunch. Pass through Link-Water, home to Cranky Goat Cheese makers.
- Blenheim - The charming town of Blenheim, with a population of 49,000 across Marlborough, offers quaint cafes and shopping for high-quality artisan products and souvenirs. Discover merino possum garments, woolly boots, and handcrafted greenstone and paua jewelry and accessories.
- Bottled water
- All wine tasting fees
- Complimentary chocolates
- Event and Activity Fees, food and drinks
Embark on this wine tour from Blenheim during the winter, and explore New Zealand’s biggest wine region devoid of typical crowds. Your personal guide will provide a bespoke itinerary, featuring unique experiences like food and wine sampling from local vendors. The winter wine tour allows you to explore Marlborough from Blenheim, try Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, and Pinot Noir wines along the Marlborough wine trail, and savour area specialties like chocolates, cheeses, green lip mussels, and homemade fudge. This comprehensive tour includes hotel pick-up and return transport. With an opportunity for personalization, this private tour guarantees to cater to your interests while your guide gives you undivided attention.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
