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PictonPrivate toursFood experiences

Marlborough Wine Region Tour from the Port of Picton

4.4(91 reviews)

By Pamela March Trading As Your Local Chauffeur

Product code 23110P2

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From NZD 325

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

4.4 rating from 91 reviewsMobile ticketsPickup details available

Dates

Oct 1, 2026 to Apr 30, 2028

Start times

10:00 AM

Travelers

Infant ages 1-6, Child ages 7-10, Youth ages 11-17, Adult ages 18-90

Options

Shore Excursion: Highlights of Marlborough Wine Region from Picton

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Duration

4 hours to 6 hours

Ticket type

Mobile Only

Languages

English

Confirmation

Instant

Pickup

Pickup details available

Time zone

Pacific/Auckland

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PictonPrivate toursFood experiences

Marlborough Wine Region Tour from the Port of Picton

4.4(91 reviews)

By Pamela March Trading As Your Local ChauffeurProduct code 23110P2

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Duration

4 hours to 6 hours

Ticket type

Mobile Only

Languages

English

Confirmation

Instant

Pickup

Pickup details available

Time zone

Pacific/Auckland

Why Travelers Love This

4.4 rating from 91 reviewsMobile ticketsPickup details available

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.

Overview

What's Included

Included

Food and drink

Bottled water

Other

Driver/guide

Other

Basic wine tasting fees

Transportation amenities

Air-conditioned vehicle

Other

Local taxes

Other

Port pickup and drop-off at designated point

Not included

Other

Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

Other

Lunch

Other

Omaka Air Museum entrance

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup details

Pickup available

• Tour departs from the Picton Visitors Centre car park where the bus shuttle will stop. • Your chauffeur can be reached at +64 22018 2470. • Varies with each Ship Schedule. Pilot Station to Wharf can take up to 2 hours. Tour departure can vary usually 1 - 2 hours from docking at wharf. Generally if a Ship docks in Picton at 8 am the Tour starts at 10:00 am - 10:30 am • EG: 0600 hrs at Pilot Station - 0800 hrs at wharf - Disembark approx: 9-10 am - Tour Start: 10 - 10:30 am as soon as everyone has arrived. • PLEASE ARRIVE IF POSSIBLE 1 HOUR AFTER DOCKING AT WHARF. NO LATER THAN 15 MINUTES PRIOR TO TOUR START TIME. WE WILL NOT DEPART WITHOUT YOU. WE WILL BE IN THE PICTON VISITORS CENTRE CAR PARK NEAR THE VEHICLES WITH A SIGNBOARD WITH YOUR NAME. WHITE VEHICLES WITH SIGNAGE AND BLACK UNIFORMS WITH GOLD SCARF OR TIE. PLEASE CONTACT CHAUFFEUR VIA MOBILE PHONE SUPPLIED ON YOUR VOUCHER.

Itinerary

Standard4 hours to 6 hours

Stop 1

15 minutes

A visit to Makana Boutique Chocolate Confections is not to be missed. Generous tastings meet you at the door. Very special preservative free and there is something for all health types required.

Stop 2

1 hour 30 minutes

Wine tasting here for award winning wines especially Sauvignon Blanc awarded many years over. This is an option for a seriously delicious lunch with the wine tasting right at the table. Eden Gallery opposite for a little shopping spree of local kawakawa skin care and art plus much more. Lunch is at your own cost. Wine Tastings are included. They are open Wednesdays to Sundays.

Stop 3

1 hourAdmission included

Amazing wine tasting with optional cheese and meat platters at your cost if time allows. Low alcohol wine label to compare to their other delicious wines. Family owned by John and Bridgit Forrest Pioneers of wine Marlborough. Both retired s doctors but love wine more!

Stop 4

1 hourAdmission included

More delicious wine tasting for you with boutique selections including Albarino, plus the famous Sauvignon Blanc. Relax outside under the Pin Oaks or inside within the beautiful decor of the cellar door.

Stop 5

30 minutes

A hub of choice with a cafe, larder to taste local fare like black garlic and chutneys, Quilters Barn for craft options, Cheeses and Whiskey and the world renowned Roots Gin at the Gin Shack.

Stop 6

15 minutes

Marlborough Scenic High Top views are a memory of our beautiful region. Over looking the Pacific Ocean and the actual Cloudy Bay, plus the expanse of vineyards along the coastline. The surrounding hills with a glimpse of snow covered mountain range or hues of gold and green from the clouds above.

Additional Info

Wheelchair Accessible

Wheelchair accessible

Stroller Accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public Transportation Nearby

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infant Seats Available

Specialized infant seats are available

Surfaces Wheelchair Accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Physical Easy

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Other

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

Other

Your tour guide offers mini tour vans of 11 and 9 seats plus six seat private vehicles

Other

Minimum drinking age is 18 years