Full-Day Marlborough Scenic and Wine Tour from Picton

Highlights

Begin with pickup at your Picton accommodations, then travel across the agricultural Wairau Plain to Havelock, where you’ll have some free time to explore the tiny center—or pause for morning tea in one of the town’s charming cafes (own expense). Take the scenic route back to Picton, following Queen Charlotte Drive at an easy-going pace, with plenty of stops to take in the bays, inlets, and wildlife along the sound. Upon arrival in Picton, enjoy independent time to walk around the town’s picturesque downtown, and pause for lunch (own expense). After lunch, kick off an afternoon of wine tasting: you’ll visit a carefully-curated series of four Marlborough wineries, with tastings at each location. Meet ‘cellar door’ hosts onsite for a comprehensive introduction to the wines of offer, and learn about the history, cultivation, and terroir of Marlborough’s distinctive wines. This tour concludes with return transfer to Picton and drop-off at your hotel.

Summary

Begin with pickup at your Picton accommodations, then travel across the agricultural Wairau Plain to Havelock, where you’ll have some free time to explore the tiny center—or pause for morning tea in one of the town’s charming cafes (own expense). Take the scenic route back to Picton, following Queen Charlotte Drive at an easy-going pace, with plenty of stops to take in the bays, inlets, and wildlife along the sound. Upon arrival in Picton, enjoy independent time to walk around the town’s picturesque downtown, and pause for lunch (own expense). After lunch, kick off an afternoon of wine tasting: you’ll visit a carefully-curated series of four Marlborough wineries, with tastings at each location. Meet ‘cellar door’ hosts onsite for a comprehensive introduction to the wines of offer, and learn about the history, cultivation, and terroir of Marlborough’s distinctive wines. This tour concludes with return transfer to Picton and drop-off at your hotel.

Tour info

Duration

7 hours

Why take this tour?

This full-day Marlborough experience takes you across the Wairau Plains into the picturesque sea port of Havelock, where you can stop to explore and enjoy morning tea. Voyage through the stunning vistas of the Queen Charlotte Drive back into the charming town of Picton. Here you'll stop to browse and have lunch, before doing a half-day wine tour. Travel through the beautiful Marlborough wine region visiting four or five wineries. Learn about the wines and wineries from the experts and taste the array of incredible wines on offer. (Morning tea and lunch are at your own cost).

What’s included?

Wine tasting
Driver/guide
Live commentary on board
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Food and beverages

Things to know

Before you book

Duration: 7h
Mobile tickets accepted
Instant confirmation

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operator Website

Operated by:

Sounds Connection

About operator:

Fun-filled, flexible daily tours to the best of Marlborough's wineries! Your Sounds Connection guide will take you right to the heart of New Zealand's premier wine region in comfort, safety and style. Sample the best the wineries have to offer, and learn some of the secrets of fine wine appreciation. Tour options include half-day wine tours, full-day wine tours, a gourmet wine experience tour, and private wine tours. Our daily tours offer you: - Small relaxed group settings - The convenience of door-to-door pick up from accommodation in Picton or Blenheim - The expertise of our friendly local tour guides - A completely relaxed and friendly atmosphere - Flexible itineraries to match your preferences and ensure you fully experience Marlborough's varied wine styles Discover the magic of Marlborough with Sounds Connection.