NEW ZEALAND · WINE TOURS IN WELLINGTON
Distances here run longer than the map suggests, so a day out has to be worth the petrol. Below: 7 wine tours in Wellington, what each costs and how long it takes door to door.
Review of the 5.5-hour Martinborough wine tour from Wellington, with three tastings, Remutaka scenery, guide tips, costs, and practical advice.
“Excellent 4hr trip. 3 excellent wineries and a nice lunch place (one of the stops). Simon was very knowledgeable about the region and the history of the islands.”
Review of Wellington’s Martinborough Wine and Wild Coast Tour, with rainforest, wine, chocolate, fur seals, Cape Palliser, meals, and practical tips.
“booked a wild coast tour with phil, and could not have had a better time. everything from wine and cheese to sunsets and fur seals, was expertly curated to fit into one perfect day. i’d recommend the trip to anyone who values the balance of food as culture and beautiful scenery. thanks again!”
Taste Martinborough wines at three top cellar doors, cross the Remutaka Ranges, and enjoy a scenic half-day trip from Wellington.
“Our tour was very enjoyable. We had never visited this area before and our guide was very knowledgeable. We enjoyed the wines at all three wineries and were impressed with the girls presenting them. C’est Cheese is well worth a visit, but perhaps a little longer there would be better. I would highly recommend this tour.”
Review of a private Martinborough wine tour from Wellington with a chef guide, three tastings, mountain views, and a multi-course lunch.
“Aaron was a wealth of culinary knowledge. Very knowledgeable and informative in wine and food. He passed along recipes and insight to us all. Wineries were excellent. We were scheduled for 3, but made it to 4. Excellent choices and each different. Lunch was excellent as well.”
Review the 10-hour Martinborough and South Wairarapa tour, with wine, coastal views, seals, lighthouse, local food, and practical tips.
“Absolutely a great day out. Phil was an excellent guide informative and helpful. Visited many places samples alot of goodies fine dined at Poppies winery and dinner at the Lake Ferry Hotel”
Taste Martinborough Pinot Noir, visit three boutique wineries, cross the Remutaka Range, and stop for cheese on a small-group tour from Wellington.
“expensive for what you got, and no food options. no visit to cheese shop.”
Review of a private Martinborough wine tour from Wellington with a French-trained chef, boutique tastings, gourmet lunch, and hotel pickup.
“This tour was the highlight of our trip thanks to David. We enjoyed chatting with him about Wellington, wine, and Martinborough. The wineries were all so much fun and we enjoyed learning from the winemakers who were so passionate about their product. And finally the lunch was spectacular! We loved visiting 3 little words for lunch. Highly recommend this tour!”
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