Wine lovers visiting Blenheim have several excellent full-day tour choices in Marlborough. The Marlborough Discovery Tour stands out for its comprehensive tastings and expert commentary, while the self-guided bike option allows flexibility to explore at your own pace – perfect for independent travelers. My favorite is the intimate Winemakers Tour, where you’ll meet local vintners and learn wine-making secrets firsthand. Private cycling tours and solo gourmet experiences round out the options nicely. Every tour includes quality tastings and meals in New Zealand’s premier wine region. Let’s look at the best tours to help you choose.
Good To Know
- The Marlborough Discovery Full Day Wine Tour offers a 5.0-rated experience, focusing on sauvignon blancs and pinot noirs, with a personalized small-group experience.
- The Full Day Winemakers Tour provides a 99% satisfaction rate, visiting 4-5 wineries with knowledgeable guides, including all wine tasting fees and complimentary transportation.
- The Private Biking Wine Tour is a 92% recommended experience, visiting five wineries with private tastings, round-trip transfers, and a professional guide.
- The Solo Traveller Wine Gourmet and Scenic Delights tour offers an exclusive private experience for solo travelers, including wine tastings and local gourmet delights with scenic views.
- The Self-Guided Biking Wine Tour provides a highly-rated, flexible exploration of Marlborough’s wineries, with free pickup, quality bicycles, and a map of cellar doors.
Marlborough Discovery Full Day Wine Tour – Blenheim
The Marlborough Discovery Full Day Wine Tour in Blenheim provides an immersive exploration of the region’s renowned wine offerings, particularly its world-class sauvignon blancs and pinot noirs.
Rated 5.0 from 63 reviews, this tour showcases appointment-only wineries and offers in-depth insights into winemaking techniques. Priced from $119.61 per person, the tour includes standard cellar door tasting fees and round-trip hotel transfers from Blenheim.
Knowledgeable guides Chris and Bill lead the small group of up to 11 travelers, providing a personalized and unique experience. Highlights include sampling exceptional wines and enjoying lunch at the acclaimed St. Claire winery.
This must-do New Zealand tour isn’t wheelchair accessible but welcomes service animals.
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Self-Guided Biking Wine Tour (Full Day) in the Marlborough Region.
For those seeking a self-guided exploration of Marlborough’s renowned wineries, the Biking Wine Tour offers a delightful full-day experience.
This highly-rated tour provides free pickup, quality bicycles, a map of cellar doors, and bottle service, allowing visitors to discover the region at their own pace.
With a 98% traveler recommendation and a Badge of Excellence, the tour promises an exceptional value at €39.60 per person.
Highlights include the excellent bike quality, friendly service, and helpful information for planning winery visits and lunch spots.
Though wheelchair accessibility and winery tasting fees are limitations, the Biking Wine Tour remains an ideal way to take in Marlborough’s vibrant wine culture.
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Full Day Winemakers Tour in Marlborough
Hop n Grape Tours offers the Full Day Winemakers Tour in Marlborough, providing visitors an immersive experience in the region’s renowned wine culture.
This highly recommended tour, with a 99% satisfaction rate, takes guests to 4-5 wineries, offering insights into the winemaking process from knowledgeable guides.
The tour includes all wine tasting fees and complimentary door-to-door transportation from Blenheim and Renwick areas.
Participants can enjoy lunch at a vineyard, with positive reviews on the food quality.
With a maximum of 11 travelers, the tour offers a personalized and comfortable experience amidst the beautiful Marlborough scenery.
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Private Biking Wine Tour (Full Day) in the Marlborough Region
A private, full-day guided bike tour in the renowned Marlborough wine region offers visitors a unique and immersive experience.
With a 92% traveler recommendation, the tour includes visits to five wineries, where participants can learn about the region’s winemaking heritage and enjoy private tastings.
Lunch at one of the vineyards is at an additional cost, and round-trip transfers from Blenheim or Renwick accommodation are provided.
The tour includes wine tasting charges, a winery experience, a professional guide, and the use of a bicycle and helmet.
Children under 18 can be accommodated, and the maximum group size is 10 people.
Comfortable cycling clothes and a warm top are recommended.
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SOLO TRAVELLER: Full Day Wine Gourmet and Scenic Delights From Picton
Solo travelers seeking an immersive and indulgent experience in the renowned Marlborough wine region can embark on this exclusive private tour.
Over a full day, they’ll indulge in wine tastings, sample local gourmet delights like cheeses and liqueurs, and visit a boutique chocolate maker.
The tour also offers scenic views of rolling hills, vineyards, and farms.
Pickup and drop-off are included, as is a professional guide.
The tour is wheelchair accessible and can accommodate strollers and infants.
With free cancellation and flexible rescheduling, this tour provides solo travelers a hassle-free opportunity to savor the best of Marlborough’s wine and gourmet offerings.
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Solo Traveller Full Day Wine Gourmet and Scenic Delights Tour From Blenheim
This exclusive full-day tour from Blenheim offers solo travelers an unparalleled opportunity to enjoy the renowned Marlborough wine region.
Starting at $475.47, the tour includes round-trip transportation, wine tastings, and gourmet food experiences. Highlights include scenic views of the Top of the South and insightful commentary from a professional guide.
The tour is wheelchair and stroller accessible, with infant seats available. Flexibility is a key feature, as travelers can cancel or reschedule up to 24 hours in advance.
With a 5.0 rating based on 2 reviews, this tour promises a memorable and tailored experience for solo adventurers.
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Gourmet Gold Winery Tour Marlborough – Full Day
Hop n Grape Tours’ Gourmet Gold Winery Tour Marlborough takes visitors on a full-day exploration of the renowned Marlborough wine region.
Priced at $328.94 per person, this tour accommodates up to 6 travelers and starts at 10:00 am.
Highlights include premium wine tastings at Cloudy Bay, a gourmet 3-course lunch with wine pairing, and door-to-door transportation from Blenheim/Renwick areas.
Guests can also arrange transfers from Picton, Havelock, or Rarangi for an additional fee.
With a 5-star rating from 3 reviews, this tour promises an exceptional experience, but guests are encouraged to have a hearty breakfast beforehand.
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Private Driving Wine Tour (Full Day) in the Marlborough Region
Interested in exploring the renowned Marlborough wine region at your own pace? Consider the Private Driving Wine Tour (Full Day) in the Marlborough Region.
This private tour offers a full-day experience for wine enthusiasts, with visits to selected wineries based on personal preferences. Discover the secrets behind the winemaking process and enjoy wine tastings at multiple wineries.
Lunch is available at one winery, at your own expense. The tour includes wine tasting charges, a professional guide, and accommodation pickup and drop-off in Blenheim/Renwick.
With a 5.0 rating from 6 reviews, this tour provides a personalized and immersive experience in the heart of Marlborough’s wine country.
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The Sum Up
Blenheim offers a range of full-day wine tours showcasing the renowned Marlborough region. From guided bus tours to self-guided bike rides, visitors can experience the area’s renowned wineries and gourmet delights. Whether traveling solo or in a group, there are plenty of options to suit different interests and budgets. With so many excellent tours available, visitors are sure to find the perfect way to discover the best of Blenheim’s wine country.