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Discover why Discovery Wine Tours is a favourite for cruise ship guests visiting Picton, Port Marlborough.
Since 2005, our locally owned family business has specialised in relaxed small-group shore excursions designed around your ship’s schedule, allowing you to enjoy Marlborough with complete peace of mind.
Unlike large coach tours, our personalised experiences focus on quality over quantity. Visit boutique wineries and iconic Cellar Doors, enjoy premium tastings, meet passionate local hosts, and discover the stories behind Marlborough’s world-famous wines.
Tour timings are adjusted daily using Port Marlborough shipping updates, ensuring you return to your ship comfortably and on time. Complimentary shuttle buses operate between the cruise terminal and the Picton Information Centre meeting point, where your guide will welcome you beside the Yellow Flag.
Enjoy stunning scenery, local knowledge, and genuine Kiwi hospitality on an authentic Marlborough shore excursion.
Additional Info
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
What To Expect
Marlborough Region
Your Marlborough wine experience begins at the Picton i-SITE “Yellow Flag” meeting point, where your friendly Tour Host will welcome you ashore and introduce you to the beautiful Marlborough wine region. Designed specifically around your cruise ship’s port schedule, this flexible shore excursion operates for approximately 4 to 6 hours depending on your ship’s arrival and departure times & ensuring your comfortable return connection back to the ship. Your tour will visit between 3 and 5 carefully selected Marlborough cellar doors, enjoying a relaxed and scenic tasting experience featuring the region’s world-famous wines. One stop will include a vineyard restaurant venue where you can purchase lunch at your own cost while enjoying stunning vineyard surroundings. Our tours focus on quality, comfort, and creating a memorable Marlborough experience for cruise ship guests. Seeking a more personal and exclusive experience, Premium Private Tours are also available with Discovery Wine Tours
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Picton Shore Excursion: Marlborough Wine Tour
What‘s Included
GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Guaranteed a fun day out ;)
Tour Host with a passion for wine and Marlborough local history
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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
37 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Awesome tour guide
Stay65832883979,Mar 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A very informative tour, all the wineries were great and the lunch location was superb
Great tour for wine lovers (and their spouses)
Sally M,Mar 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00A small group wine tasting in Marlborough wine country is a great way to enjoy a visit to Picton. Our tour guide, Kevin, was knowledgable, friendly and fun. The small group allowed for personalized attention at the wineries and great conversations amongst our fellow travelers. Oh, and the wine was good too!
Wine tour!
Steven S,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Kevin was an exceptional driver and guide. His professionalism was evident in explaining wines and the region. The wineries well represented the area and the dining experience for lunch was also excellent.
Fabulous!
Cheryl S,Mar 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Wonderful wine tour—gorgeous surroundings, lovely wineries and super host/driver Tony. The tour was well-paced and relaxed. The van was comfortable and the group size of 12 was just right. Plus we got lucky with perfect weather and a great group, making new friends. We had an absolutely fantastic time. Highly recommend this wine tour!
Fabulous Day, a must for any lover of Marlborough Wines
John B,Mar 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Tony was a great host, lovely guy. Took us to 4 of the smaller, family owned wineries. Was a day to remember, amazing scenery, fabulous wine and great company. Can’t wait to do it again
Fabulous tour, great value!
eazboca,Mar 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great day! The tour was exactly as described, or perhaps even better. Our tour guide, Tony, was knowledgeable, relaxed and kept us on pace in a very lowkey manner. We had plenty of time at the venues to enjoy the tastings, and to appreciate the settings which were varied and interesting. Quite a few wines were sampled and described at each stop, so we felt that we really got a nice representation of Marlborough wines from a variety of vineyards. The structure of the tastings made it easy to absorb the tutorials while getting to know our fellow tour participants. Everyone was very congenial, which made the day trip that much more enjoyable. We would not hesitate to recommend Discovery Wine Tours for an awesome experience and a great value.
We visited several...
LizbethJo H,Mar 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We visited several winery’s. The tastings were generous and the people were very knowledgeable. Our driver Kevin was excellent and also very knowledgeable and helpful throughout.
Great guide Kevin and...
Roman M,Feb 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great guide Kevin and very enjoyable. Loved the wines, and lots of information about the area too. Well organised, a short wait at one winery which was not the fault of the tour company. Keep up the good work Discovery Wine Tours.
Great day excursion in Picton
Colin147,Feb 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Visited 4 wineries in the Marlborough area with good tastings in all. Very relaxed day & our driver Kevin was very informative throughout the day. Highly recommended as a cruise excursion when in Picton.
Drink and be merry!
Sharlene K,Jan 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Small group made it easier to relax and enjoy! We visited 4 wineries with 3-4 tastings at each winery with a quick stop at a chocolate shop. At the last winery you could buy lunch which was very good. Good explanations about the different wines and how they were made along with a history of the winery. Beautiful field of grapes.
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