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Experience the ultimate in curated shore excursions. Exclusive to cruise ship guests, perfectly synchronized with your itinerary and creating lasting memories of your adventure."
Join our knowledgeable wine tour host, who shares your enthusiasm for wine and fun, on a flexible and friendly Marlborough Wine Tour.
You will experience award-winning wines that helped establish Marlborough on the New World wine map. Enjoy tasting experiences at up to four cellar doors and visit a stunning Marlborough vineyard lunch venue.
**some experts describe wine as "silky", "flabby", "floral" or even like "cat's pee". Their evocative descriptions don't just add romanticism to the act of drinking wine. They're also there to help unlock a spectrum of flavours and senses.
If you are seeking a tour tailored to fit your expectations, please visit our website for additional options and our Best Price guarantee.
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children are allowed on our Private Tours
We are able to cater for all guests, please contact us directly for specific requirements
Do you require a Private Group Tour, contact us directly as we offer group discounts
Family Group Tours are also available, ensuring all guests are catered for
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Tour Host with local knowledge commentary
GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Guaranteed a fun day out ;)
Transportation from Cruise Ship shuttle bus meeting point area and return to Picton I-Site
Air-conditioned vehicle
All standard cellar door tasting fees at wineries visited
Lunch or food choices are at guests care on the day
Marlborough Region
Your day in Marlborough will be all about the fun of fellow travelers, breathtaking vineyard views, and a selection of wines that will delight your senses. Stories shared during your journey will make your day with Discovery Wine Tours the highlight of your Marlborough experience. Your Discovery Wine Tour in Marlborough will begin at the Picton I-Site, where your cruise ship shuttle will drop you off. Traveling from Picton to the Wairau Valley, you will enjoy some spectacular views, and hopefully, if time allows, we will be able to stop for a photo opportunity of your cruise ship. The time allocated for your tour is approximately 4 to 6 hours, depending on the ship's schedule. Visiting up to four appointment-only cellar doors, including a lunch or platter stop (lunch or platter costs are the guests' responsibility on the day). Your tour will end at the Cruise Ship Shuttle bus meeting point in Picton.
24 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Kathryn K,
Mar 21, 2025
- Viator
Pretty drive and you didn't need to be a wine expert to enjoy it. The vegan option at launch was very tasty.
Philip R,
Feb 17, 2025
- Viator
A wonderful day! We learned so much.... We visited 3 wineries for tastings, and had a stop for lunch at Allen Scott. The wineries were Nautilus, Gibson Bridge and Jackson. All were top notch! We particularly liked the Gewurztraminer at Gibson Bridge!
Nadine B,
Feb 6, 2025
- Viator
Uncomfortable minibus ride due to us having to sit at the back of the bus and very bumpy roads. We were unable to hear the driver’s commentary as he didn’t have a microphone. Although the tour information states that you will visit 4/5 wineries we only did wine tasting in 3 (as there was no wine tasting at the lunch venue which we felt was overpriced and only offered a 3 course meal with no sandwiches or snacks options. The wine tasting itself would have been far better if we had been offered cheese and crackers to compliment the wine.
Gail K,
Jan 28, 2025
- Viator
Fantastic wine tour. Visited 3 wineries and stopped at a spectacular place for lunch that also includdd a pairing with your meal.
Brad Y,
Jan 2, 2025
- Viator
Vic was amazing and made our tour very enjoyable, her knowledge of the area is fantastic and we thoroughly enjoyed this tour! Great group, not too big, perfect sized tour group.
Operated by Discovery Wine Tours - Marlborough, Blenheim, Havelock, Picton, Renwick