Explore the Marlborough region on a full-day tour that combines a visit to Havelock and the Queen Charlotte Sound with an afternoon wine tour. Motor along the scenic Queen Charlotte Drive and have lunch at a restaurant in Picton, then stop at four wineries for a comprehensive experience of New Zealand's famous Marlborough region wines.
Full-day Marlbourough region tour with Queen Charlotte Sound and wine tasting, from Blenheim
Visit the picturesque towns of Havelock and Picton on the Queen Charlotte Sound
Get great photo ops along the Marlborough Sound
Have morning tea in Havelock and lunch in Picton (own expense)
Go wine tasting at four wineries in the Marlborough wine region
Includes hotel pickup and drop-off
What's Included
Wine tasting
Driver/guide
Live commentary on board
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Food and beverages
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
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What To Expect
After morning pickup from your centrally located Blenheim accommodation, travel over the mountains to the coastal village of Havelock.
Located on one of the Marlborough Sounds, Havelock is known for its green-lipped mussels. Have time for morning tea (own expense), then take in the scenery as you continue along Queen Charlotte Drive, a winding road that offers great views of the Marlbourough Sounds. Have time to stop for photo ops of the Queen Charlotte Sound en route to Picton.
Have lunch in Picton (own expense) before setting out on the Wairau Plains for a half-day wine tour in the afternoon. Visit four wineries that provide comprehensive wine tastings led by a knowledgeable host.
Learn from your guide about the Marlborough wine region and Marlborough Sounds. Your tour ends with hotel drop-off in Blenheim at the end of the day.
Additional Info
Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Not wheelchair accessible
Minimum drinking age is 18 years
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
Operated by Sounds Connection
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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