Private Tour
Self-Guided Biking Wine Tour (full day) in the Marlborough Region.
Overview
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6 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Discover the beauty of Marlborough your way. Rent a bike from us and enjoy your own self-guided wine tour. We’ll set you up with quality equipment and send you on your way with all the recommendations, tips and hints you need to craft your own unforgettable Marlborough wine adventure.
During Winter (June, July & August) rain or shine you’re covered:
should winter weather roll in, your adventure continues! We’ll provide van support (and umbrellas) to two points on the wine trail, giving easy walking access to up to 8 stops:
5 cellar doors
Whiskey & cheese tasting
Boutique gin distillery
️ Restaurants and café
️ Gift shops
Whether you’re cycling between tastings or cosying up on a winter stroll, your Marlborough wine adventure is guaranteed.
Your full day hire includes a bike, helmet, Hi-Viz vest, wine map and pick up from your local accommodation.
Tandems, child tagalong bikes, trailers, baby seats and E-Bikes are also available as an optional paid upgrade option.
Additional Info
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The legal alcohol drinking age is 18 years old. Please bring passport ID if you are aged between 18-25 years old.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Explore Marlborough Wine Tours
Having been picked up from your accommodation you will be taken to Explore Marlborough's base at the Vines Village where you will be set up on your bike, given a helmet and a hi-viz vest. The Vines Village has restrooms, a cafe and a cellar door.
What‘s Included
Over a dozen wineries within 3km of base
Broken down? We'll deliver you a fresh bike at the push of a button
Step-through bicycles (E-bikes, Singles, Tandems, Kids), helmet, hi-viz vest, lock and basket.
Bottle Service! We'll collect your wine, free of charge
We pick you up and drop you off from your accommodation for FREE Blenheim / Renwick area
Cellar door map with our expert recommendations on wineries, cycle trails and lunch spots
Onsite Cellar door, Cafe & Gin Distillery
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Electric Bike
Self-guided biking wine tour (full day) with an Electric Bike.
Pickup included
Standard Bike
Self-guided biking wine tour (full day) with a standard bike.
Tandem bikes are avalible upon request.
Pickup included
Reviews
229 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A wonderful day of biking and wine tasting
rochelleforster,Apr 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful bike tour of the wineries at our own pace. They picked us up at our hotel in Blenheim, drove us to start point where we were given bikes and helmets and a map of the wineries. It was annoying that there were no kickstands on the 2 bikes we got (#26 & 44). While I recognized some of the large labels on the route from drinking them at home, we opted to go to the smaller ones for tastings. Forest Winery, a family owned winery was a standout for their hospitality and the wines were fabulous. (Hans Herzog not so much). We did quite a ride around and through the vineyards and made it back just in time to catch the bus (it can get quite windy biking through the vineyards) and we went against the the wind and after doing the tastings.
Very fun day out with great wine!
NicoleAlexT,Apr 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really fun experience! We got picked up from Blenheim and driven to the vineyard area, and returned at the end of the day. We were given a map of the area and they talked us through the various vineyards and recommended a route - this was really helpful! You have to pay for the tastings at the various vineyards - we went to 5 and had a great experience at all of them. We ended up sharing tastings as a couple, which worked great and the vineyards were happy for us to do that. Bikes & helmets were in very good condition and the company were very friendly, helpful & easy going! Would definitely recommend doing this experience and choosing this company.
Self guiding wine trip
jaynepuanaki,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very easy. Getting picked up and dropped off was so good. E-bikes that we used were great. The map made things easy and gave you options. Would definitely recommend
Phenomenal Time in Marlborough
Tyler C,Mar 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Absolutely 10/10 experience. If I came again, I would choose the same tour! Communication was excellent, the bikes were awesome, the map was accurate, and the people were friendly.
Fun day out in lovely surroundings
Samantha D,Mar 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent day out. Transport to and from our accommodation in town, friendly staff, good bikes and advice on which routes to take.
Fun day out
samanthadF2407BE,Mar 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What an excellent day - picked up and returned from our accommodation - given advice on which routes to take. Good quality bikes and friendly staff.
A great fun day worth every penny
stuDick,Mar 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a lovely couple of days in Renwick taking a break from our campervan staying in an airbnb called mistycove wines. We were a bit outside the normal pickup area but collection/return was arranged. The whole experience was excellent,really great ebikes and a map and guidance of suggested vineyards to visit. A really friendly professional operation that we recommend whole heartedly
Great activity
E4916CBsarahh,Mar 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Such a good idea to pick up and drop off from accommodation to allow us to cycle the easy cycle routes and visit the wineries. Lovely company- recommend.
Great e-bike experience
EmilieB7196,Mar 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a brilliant experience renting e bikes with Explore Marlborough - we were picked up from our accommodation promptly and taken to Vines Village to be fitted with the bikes. Everything was explained clearly and the staff were really helpful and knowledgeable about all the vineyards in the area and their specialties. I havent ridden a bike for 15 years but the e-bikes were easy to use. The views on the cycle path were stunning and everything was well signposted both on the map and roadside. They also offer free pick up of any bottles of wine you want to purchase along the way. Would highly recommend for anyone wanting to explore the vineyards around Blenheim.
Fun day of biking
clbwell,Mar 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic day of biking. The ebikes were newer in great condition and the map and guidance were easy to follow.
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