Hop On Hop Off Wine Tours from Blenheim & Picton

Highlights

• Explore New Zealand's largest wine region
• Self guided wine tour from Picton or Blenheim
• Choice of 19 venues on bus route
• Exclusive Hop On Hop Off specials

Description

Experience New Zealand’s biggest wine region at your leisure with Hop On Hop Off Wine Tours in Marlborough. Sit back, relax and enjoy the drive from Blenheim or Picton with interesting commentary along the way, before jumping off at your choice of 19 venues. The Hop On Hop Off Wine Tours bus route stops off at 13 wineries, a brewery, Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre, a chocolate factory and much more. Choose between a Full Day Pass or Half Day Afternoon Tour and plan your day with the free map and bus timetable provided. Hop On Hop Off Wine Tours allow you to explore incredible Marlborough wineries and venues at your own pace, with exclusive specials along the way.

Full Day Pass
The Full Day Pass with Hop On Hop Off Wine Tours is the perfect way to spend a day in Marlborough and visit up to 7 fantastic venues. Sample local wines, craft beers and sensational cuisine (own cost) at some of New Zealand’s most renowned wineries with amazing Hop On Hop Off deals. On route, you can stop off at popular Marlborough attractions, including Marlborough Museum, Omaka Classic Cars and Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre. There is even the option to finish off your full day tour with a visit to the boutique Makana Chocolate Factory.

Half Day - Afternoon Run
For a half day adventure through Marlborough, the Afternoon Run with Hop On Hop Off Wine Tours allows for flexibility and includes a range of stops to suit you. Plan your self-guided tour in advance to visit up to 4 venues on the bus route. Then make the most of the delicious wine tastings and food on offer in this region, with the added bonus of Hop On Hop Off specials.

Trip Includes

• Pick up & drop off in Blenheim or Picton
• Bus transport between venues
• Free map & bus timetable
• Choice of 19 venues on route
• Exclusive Hop On Hop Off discounts at selected venues

Duration

• Full Day Pass - allow 3 - 8 hours
• Half Day Afternoon Run - allow 2 - 5 hours

Departures

• Full Day Pass - departs 10:25am & 11:10am 
• Half Day Afternoon Run - departs 12:35pm
• Departs from Blenheim i-SITE opposite The Wine Station, 8 Sinclair Street, Mayfield, Blenheim
• Operates all year

Other Information

• Pick up from Picton i-SITE departs at 10:00am (Full Day Pass) and 12:15pm (Afternoon Run)
• Suitable for all ages
• Wine tastings, admission and other purchases are at own cost
• Purchases can be left with the bus driver for you to pick up on the way back
• For group bookings over 8 people, please contact us in advance to pre-arrange
• Strict duty of care protocols followed throughout the tour
• Make sure to include plenty of food and water throughout your day
• No alcohol can be consumed onboard the bus
• Please be ready at your bus stop 5 minutes before the departure time
• We recommend no more than 3-4 couples get off the bus at each winery to ensure small numbers and the best experience possible
• Stops include: The Wine Station, Marlborough Museum & Wine Exhibit (admission cost), Brayshaw Heritage Park, Omaka Classic Cars (admission cost), Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre (admission cost), Wither Hills, FROMM Winery, Cork & Keg, Gibson Bridge , Framingham, The Vines Village, Whitehaven Wines, Moa Brewery, Jackson Estate, Allan Scott, Rock Ferry Wines, Hunters Wines (pre-book lunch & tastings), Saint Clair, Makana Chocolate

Normal Retail Prices

• Full Day Pass:
  • adult NZD$89.50
  • child (0-13yrs) NZD$39.50
  • family (2ad+2ch) NZD$199.50
• Half Day - Afternoon Run:
  • adult NZD$69.50
  • child (0-13yrs) NZD$39.50
  • family (2ad+2ch) NZD$159.50