• The Vines Village - Marlborough local gourmet tasting such as Manuka honey, seasonal cherries and berries. Cafe with great coffee and food. Quilters Barn for crafters, homemade fudges and ice= cream
• Makana Confections - The most popular stop of boutique confection you have ever tasted. Even the samples are generous and you will want to go up again to taste.
• Pollard Park - A perfect stop for a stroll around the meandering streams, Admire the many 800 varieties of roses and camelias. A duck haven and the biggest trees and also manicured gardens of plants that grow well here in New Zealand
• The Mussel Pot Restaurant - Taste our local famous green-lip mussels and many options for all. Vegan, vegetarian, gluten and dairy free.
• Marlborough Sounds - The highlight of this tour is after lunch at Havelock you travel around the Bays of the Marlborough Sounds, stopping for high view photos of the Pelorus and Queen Charlotte Sound. A wonderful experience on your return to your ship.

• Round-trip shuttle bus service between the ship and the departure point
• Transport by air-conditioned minivan
• Driver/guide
• Chocolate tasting
• Bottled water

• Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
• Lunch at own cost due to varying appetites

Embrace the versatility of your private tour through the Marlborough wine region. Savor delectable wines and enjoy some of the most exquisite gourmet delights. Appreciate the wineries or tailor your day with various exciting opportunities.

Your local chauffeur/guide will greet you at the Picton I Site car park near the vehicle from the Port of Picton to take you on a picturesque journey to Blenheim and the renowned wine region. Relish in our local dishes at a winery garden cafe or indulge in a wine with a cheese, meat, seafood platter with a view of our beautiful Wairau Valley. Later, stop by a chocolate boutique.

Travel with comfort and assurance with flexible drop off to accommodate your ship’s scheduled departure.

• Cut off time for booking has been set for 12 hours prior to tour departure. Due to advance bookings being required for additional activities. However booking is flexible up to an hour prior to tour departure.
• Minimum drinking age is 18 years
• At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
• Your tour guide provides a 6 seat vehicle for smaller private groups.
• Worry-free Shore Excursion: We will ensure your excursion ends with ample time for you to return to the Picton Port for your ship’s departure. In the extreme unlikely event your ship has departed, we will arrange for transportation to the next port-of-call. If your ship is delayed and you are unable to attend this activity, your money will be refunded. See our terms and conditions for full details.

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