The 10 Best Private Tours in Blenheim, South Island

The deluxe guided biking wine tour of the Marlborough wine region is private touring at its best. You will be picked up from your Blenheim or Renwick accommodation in the morning and taken to our home base in the heart of the Marlborough wine region where you will meet your guide for the day. They will set you up with bikes and helmets and talk you through the plan for the day. As this is a private tour the day plan can be flexible to accommodate your wine tastes, riding pace or photo stop requirements. You will visit 5-6 wineries on the tour, stopping at one of them for lunch. (Lunch is at your own cost). At one of the wineries, we will have either a winery tour, private tasting, blind tasting or food and wine match. This is the ultimate way to experience the Marlborough wine region. Experience stunning scenery, world class wines, friendly wineries, delicious food and relaxing biking.

Inclusions: Wine tasting charges, Wine Experience - either a winery tour or private tasting or food & wine match, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Use of bicycle, Use of helmet

Exclusions: Pick up and drop off from Picton accommodation incurs a surcharge., Lunch

Join us for an unforgettable wine experience among the vineyards of Marlborough. This small group tour travels in a luxury minibus and offers a full viticultural and wine making experience, culminating in you blending your own wine among the wine barrels. A 3 course meal with matched wines at Marlborough's finest restaurant is included in the day and you can start or end the tour at your leisure.

Inclusions: Premium wine tasting experience, 3 course lunch, Local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air conditioned minibus

Exclusions: Gratuities

Relax with the flexibility of your exclusive tour of the Marlborough wine region.  Taste sensational wines and partake of some of the most delicious gourmet treats.  Enjoy the wineries or mix and match the day with exciting options. From the Port of Picton your local chauffeur/guide will meet you at the Picton I Site car park near the vehicle to take you on a scenic journey through to Blenheim and the famous wine region. Savour our local cuisine in a winery garden café or enjoy a wine with a cheese, meat, seafood platter overlooking our stunning Wairau Valley. Later, visit a chocolate boutique. Ride with peace of mind with flexible drop off to suit your ships scheduled departure.

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Round-trip shuttle bus service between the ship and the departure point, Wine tasting, Chocolate tasting, Bottled water

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Lunch at own cost due to varying appetites

An experienced local chauffeur/guide will take you on an exciting wine and gourmet experience on this private, full-day tour from Blenheim. You will enjoy stunning scenic views of the Marlborough wine region and taste the sensational wines and seriously delicious gourmet treats and cuisine. Your interests are the priority for the day and can also include the Heritage air museum, award winning gardens, local producers of crafts and talented artisans. Your tour is custom made especially for you.  Your chauffeur/guide is a professional local to ensure you receive the very best Marlborough has to offer. Your tour will be in a comfortable 6 seat vehicle with wide window view advantages. Tours depart from Blenheim with flexible tour times to suit your own schedule. Treat yourself to this tour of discovery and experience the very essence of Marlborough.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Gourmet treat tasting, Wine tasting, Chocolates, Local guide, Private tour, Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Lunch

A private winter wine and scenic tour departing Blenheim at 11:00 am and returning at 4:00 pm is the perfect option for discovering Marlborough which has the record for the longest sunshine hours in New Zealand. There are plenty of sensational wines, gourmet delights and stunning scenic landscapes all year round for you to enjoy. Indoor and outdoor itineraries are custom made to suit your day. Travel in comfort with your tour guide, a local owner with experience and knowledge to share. Relax and enjoy the sunshine with views of the snowy mountain tops in the distance.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Wine tasting, Private tour, Transport by private vehicle, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Lunch

A private winter wine and scenic tour departing Picton at 10:20am and returning at 4:30pm is the perfect option for discovering Marlborough which has the record for the longest sunshine hours in New Zealand. There are plenty of sensational wines, gourmet delights and stunning scenic landscapes all year round for you to enjoy. Indoor and outdoor itineraries are custom made to suit your day. Travel in comfort with your tour guide, a local owner with experience and knowledge to share. Relax and enjoy the sunshine with views of the snowy mountain tops in the distance. Your tour is custom-made to include any of your requests and your chauffeur/guide can recommend the very best highlights of Marlborough. Our local cuisine at our winery cafes and restaurants is a total experience where you could taste our local mussels and salmon. Lunch is at your cost, however all wine tasting fees are included.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Wine tasting

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Lunch

JUST FOR SOLO travellers: wine, gourmet & scenic delights tour captures ‘The Essence’ of the Marlborough Wine Region.of sensational wines, stunning landscapes and seriously delicious gourmet. Most tours offer a private tour only, however with this local chauffeur guide a tour has been created just for you at a very special individual rate.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Wine tasting, Professional guide, Complimentary chocolates and gift

Exclusions: Food and drinks

Relax with the flexibility of your exclusive tour of the Marlborough wine region.  Taste sensational wines and partake of some of the most delicious gourmet treats.  Enjoy the wineries or mix and match the day with exciting options. From the Port of Picton your local chauffeur/guide will meet you at the Picton Visitors Centre near the vehicle to take you on a scenic journey through to Blenheim and the famous wine region. Savour our local cuisine in a winery garden café or enjoy a wine with a cheese, meat, seafood platter overlooking our stunning Wairau Valley. Later, visit a chocolate boutique. Ride with peace of mind with flexible drop off to suit your ships scheduled departure. This tour has been created due to the demand for larger but small personal groups of a maximum of 11. A comfortable 11 seat Mini Tour Van is provided for your pleasure.

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Convenient complimentary bus shuttle to your tour vehicle and back to ship, Basic wine tasting fees, Complimentary chocolates, Bottled water, Snacks

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Lunch at own cost due to varying appetites

Marlborough wines and Marlborough gourmet treats are the highlight of this tour.  When you want a small group and a comfy small mini van style for you and your friends this is the tour for you! No more than 9 seats  gives you a relaxed and personal experience tasting delicious wines and hearing about our great wine and food region that sets the amazing passion and memories for your visit. The scenic journey along the way will knock your socks off (astound you!) and you have the option of enjoying the beautiful water ways of the Marlborough Sounds and tasting our local seafood sensations with wine of course. If you are staying in Blenheim or Picton you are picked up from your accommodation and returned at the conclusion of your tour. 

Inclusions: Bottled water, Food tasting, Wine tasting, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Lunch

Marlborough’s wines are treasures that have only come to light in a relatively short space of time. Jimmy has worked in the Marlborough wine industry for 20 years in a variety of roles including work in viticulture,cellar, sales and as a wine tutor. He loves the region and has a strong knowledge of all aspects of the business. Through industry contacts he is able to help you look behind the label and discover the delights of this beautiful wine region.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Lunch, Mahi tailor made private tasting and tour at extra cost. All other standard tasting fees included