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Marlborough Wine Tasting Tours & Winery Visits

Looking for wine tasting tours in the Marlborough region?
Discover world-famous Marlborough wineries on a guided tour, visiting cellar doors and sampling premium wines including Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir and aromatics.

With convenient departures and expert local guides, these wine tours offer a relaxed way to explore one of New Zealand’s leading wine regions.

Wine Tour Options in Marlborough

Why Choose Sounds Connection?

  • World-Class Vineyards: Visit renowned wineries and hidden gems across Marlborough.
  • Tailored Experience: Customize your tour to match your preferences.
  • Expert Guides: Learn about Marlborough’s unique terroir and winemaking heritage.
  • Exclusive Tastings: Savor exquisite wines paired with delicious local cuisine (optional).

Book your Marlborough wine tour today and create lasting memories.

Half Day Marlborough Wine Tour

Half Day Wine Tour
Duration: 4 hours approx
Price: $185.00 per person – Child: $98 pp
Departs: 1.00pm Picton / 1:30 Blenheim

Best for: Afternoon tastings / shorter experience

What to Expect:

Visit 3–4 hand-selected wineries across the Marlborough region, sampling a range of wines including Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir. This relaxed afternoon tour is ideal for those short on time or arriving by ferry.

Complimentary pick-up and drop-off is included from central Picton or Blenheim. Lunch is not included, so it’s recommended to eat beforehand.

Full Day Marlborough Wine Tour

Full Day Wine Tour
Duration: 6 hours approx
Price: $330.00 per person _ Child: $170 pp
Departs: 10.00am / 10:30 Blenheim

Best for: Full wine experience / multiple wineries

What to Expect:

Discover the full range of Marlborough wines on a guided tour visiting approximately 6–7 wineries. Taste a variety of wine styles while learning about the region’s vineyards and winemaking.

A lunch stop at a vineyard is included (own cost). Complimentary transport is provided from central Picton and Blenheim.

Morning Scenic Tour and a Half Day Wine Tour

Half Day Wine Tour
Duration: 7 hours approx
Price: $292.00 per person – Child: $150 pp
Departs: 9.30pm Picton 

Best for: Scenic + wine combination

What to Expect:

Combine a scenic Marlborough experience with wine tasting. Travel across the Wairau Plains to Havelock and along the Queen Charlotte Drive before arriving in Picton for lunch.

In the afternoon, join a guided wine tour visiting 3–4 wineries, with tastings and insights into Marlborough’s wine region. Morning tea and lunch are at your own cost.

Book today to experience the very best wineries of Marlborough! 

On a guided wine tour from Picton, you’ll visit several Marlborough wineries, sample wines such as Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir, and learn about winemaking techniques and vineyard soils with an expert guide.

The full-day winemaker’s tour includes visits to 4–6 wineries, behind-the-scenes access, and opportunities to taste wine directly from the barrel. Lunch at a vineyard restaurant is also available during the day.

This premium tour includes a vineyard walk, private tastings hosted by a winemaker, and a three-course gourmet lunch paired with Marlborough wines. It offers a more exclusive and in-depth wine experience.

Yes, private wine tours can be tailored to your preferences, including visiting boutique or organic wineries, adding food experiences, or including optional brewery stops. These tours are ideal for couples and small personal groups.

Some Marlborough wine tours can also include visits to local craft breweries, offering a mix of wine and beer tastings for groups with varied interests.