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Relax with the flexibility of your exclusive tour of the Marlborough wine region. Taste sensational wines and partake of some of the most delicious gourmet treats. Enjoy the wineries or mix and match the day with exciting options.
From the Port of Picton your local chauffeur/guide will meet you at the Picton I Site car park near the vehicle to take you on a scenic journey through to Blenheim and the famous wine region. Savour our local cuisine in a winery garden café or enjoy a wine with a cheese, meat, seafood platter overlooking our stunning Wairau Valley. Later, visit a chocolate boutique.
Ride with peace of mind with flexible drop off to suit your ships scheduled departure.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We will be waiting at the Cruise Shuttle Bus Stop on foot path along from the Picton Visitors Centre . Turn left off the bus and follow the blue line on footpath 20+ yards to us where we will have a signboard with your name. If raining we will escort you to the vehicle asap. If we are already taking guests to the van please wait on the verandah of the I Site. It would be appreciated if you could take an early shuttle to ensure you reach us 30 minutes prior to start time. Start time is not always 10:00am. if all have arrived to us we can leave earlier. The start time depends on your particular cruise schedule arriving into Port. From their arrival time given allow 2.5hours from the Pilot Station to docking at wharf. Then take a shuttle as soon as they start operating.
Take the bus shuttle from the ship to the Bus Stop at the Picton Visitors Centre. Follow the instructions on your ticket/voucher. Start time is not always 10:00am. From ships arrival time given add 2.5hrs to the wharf. Ensure you take the earliest shuttle you can as soon as they are operating.
Itinerary
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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
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
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.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
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
30 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
4
Taste our local famous green-lip mussels and many options for all. Vegan, vegetarian, gluten and dairy free.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
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.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- 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.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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