Napier Half-Day Wine Beer and Cider Tour
The Hawke's Bay wine region produces some of New Zealand’s most renowned wines, but it is also becoming known for its beers and ciders. This half-day tour lets you sample…
Queenstown Highlights – Half Day Tour – Arrowtown, Winery, Bungy, Local Sites
See many of the top highlights in and around Queenstown in just half a day on this tour. Take in spectacular views from Queenstown Hill, visit the Kawarau Suspension Bridge…
Wine Tour & Maori Culture Queenstown
This half-day tour is not just a superb introduction to the Central Otago wine-growing region: this tour is also an invitation to experience the culture and manaaki, or hospitality, of…
ebike tour lake Hawea river track to Wanaka
Ride on possibly the best 1-day bike ride in New Zealand with our exclusive Hawea River Track adventure. We've crafted a unique experience by combining three different tracks, inventing a…
5 hour Martinborough shared Chefs Wine Tour with Gourmet lunch
Kosher Tours and Travel makes you feel like your on Holiday with a leisurely lunch accompanied by 3 wine tastings. Your Chef guide will accompany you through the best things…
Kumeu Wineries / Brewery
Small group, private tour, no crowded buses, professional, friendly, local guide giving you a memorable experience.Sample and purchase some of NZ’s finest wines throughout the Kumeu Region.Check out Hallertau Brewery,…
Waiheke Island: Taste + Graze with Sightseeing, Beer, Wine,
Sample some of Waiheke Island’s finest food and drink on this handy day tour from Auckland. Catch the ferry from the central city in the morning and enjoy the scenic…
Private Martinborough Wine Full Day Tour From Wellington
Sip your way around Martinborough — a once sleepy colonial town that’s now a prominent wine village at the heart of the Classic New Zealand Wine Trail — on this…
Shore Excursion: Local Tasting Tour from Tauranga
Discover the prestigious food and drink purveyors of Tauranga and Karangahake when your ship pulls into port. Sip and savor a diverse array of tastings and two award-winning wineries. This shore excursion…
Full-Day Central Otago Food & Wine Tour
Wine enthusiasts won’t want to miss this full-day tour of some of Central Otago’s finest wineries. Save yourself the hassle of self-driving when you join a guided tour of wineries…
Shore Excursion: Small group Napier Art Deco & Wine & Beer taste
Combine Napier’s art deco architecture with Hawkes Bay wine on a half-day shore excursion that concludes with drinks at an ale house or brewery. Start by exploring Napier and a…
Lyttelton Shore Excursion – Waipara Wine Tour With Lunch
Designed for cruise ship travelers docked in Lyttelton, this tour takes you to some of the North Canterbury region’s best vineyards. Depart the port and head to Waipara Valley, famous…
New Zealand Winery Tours: From Coastal Elegance to Alpine Bliss, Unveiling the Nation’s Terroir
Embarking on a New Zealand winery tour is a journey through diverse landscapes, each sip a reflection of the region’s unique terroir. The country’s flourishing wine culture extends beyond renowned areas like Marlborough and Hawke’s Bay, encompassing hidden gems like the Bay of Islands, Kumeu, and Waiheke Island in the North Island.
In the Bay of Islands, where subtropical climate prevails, vineyards flourish amid lush surroundings. Kumeu, Auckland’s boutique wine region, showcases Chardonnay and Pinot Gris amid rolling hills and pristine landscapes. A ferry ride from Auckland takes you to Waiheke Island, a haven for Bordeaux-style reds and stunning coastal vineyards.
Heading south to Hawke’s Bay, the city of Napier stands as the Art Deco backdrop to a region known for its Merlot and Syrah. As you explore the Gimblett Gravels, renowned wineries like Craggy Range and Te Mata unfold the secrets of their red varietals in this sun-soaked region.
Venturing to the North Island’s southernmost tip, Martinborough beckons with its boutique wineries, acclaimed for Pinot Noir and exceptional hospitality. Across the Cook Strait, Marlborough, synonymous with Sauvignon Blanc, mesmerizes with endless vineyards against a backdrop of stunning mountains.
The South Island’s Waipara Valley, a hidden gem, offers a cool climate ideal for aromatic whites and Pinot Noir. Meanwhile, Central Otago, known for its alpine Pinot Noirs, beckons from Queenstown, a gateway to the region’s wine adventures. Gibbston Valley stands out, with its dramatic landscapes and pioneering wineries.
Winery tours in Central Otago often depart from Queenstown, providing a seamless journey into the heart of this southern wine paradise. From the subtropical allure of the Bay of Islands to the alpine elegance of Central Otago, New Zealand’s winery tours promise a diverse and enriching oenophilic experience.