Things to do in Blenheim – Wine Tours Marlborough Vineyards

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Blenheim Winery Tours & Activities

No Longer is Blenheim the quick one night stop off between Wellington and Christchurch, but can boast it is a top destination for both domestic and international travellers, just located 27km south of Picton in the north east of the South Island of New Zealand it is the centre of the Marlborough region, one of the sunniest places in the country and an ideal base to follow the Marlborough Wine Trail. Enjoy gourmet food, visit historical attractions, check out exciting sights and experience amazing adventure activities.

Blenheim is an attractive town with so much more than just great wine, from vibrant gardens and a lively town centre, many stunning parks and gardens, charming cafes and restaurants, a crystal clear river and sunny open spaces.

 

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Things to do In Blenheim


Marlborough Wine Tasting Tours - Sounds Connection


Discover the Magic of Marlborough & its world-class wines with 'Sounds Connection' wine tours exploring the best wineries & vineyard restaurants.

Nature Tours Marlborough Sounds & Motuara Island


Discover the Marlborough Sounds with E-Ko Cruises: Explore Motuara Island, spot dolphins, and experience unforgettable nature adventures.

Marlborough Wine & Beer Tasting Tours - Hop N Grape


Thirsty for knowledge… or thirsty for wine,this tour will leave you satisfied whether you know everything, something, or nothing about wine.

Marlborough Wine Tours By Bike, Renwick with Lorelle & Greg


Explore some of the 40 wineries by bike, all within a 10km radius of Blenheim, located on flat sealed roads and just a short distance apart.

Sea Kayaking Marlborough Sounds - Kayak Hire and Guided Trips


Either rent a kayak or join one of our guided tours to explore the Sounds, away from the crowds with beauty and wildlife in abundance.

Discovery Wine Tasting Tours Marlborough Vineyards


Craft your perfect wine tour in Marlborough! Discovery tours offers private, bespoke tours with expert guides, exclusive cellar doors & flexible itineraries.

Queen Charlotte Track - Four Day Independent Walks


The Queen Charlotte Track in the Marlborough Sounds has rapidly become known as the finest and most diverse coastal track in New Zealand

Picton's Mail Boat Delivery Run - Marlborough Sounds


Join Beachcomber Cruises on the Mail delivery, the only official licensed New Zealand Post Rural delivery by water in the Queen Charlotte Sound.

E-Ko Tours Swim & View Dolphins, Whales In The Marlborough Sounds


E-Ko Cruises operate out of Picton in the calm and sheltered waters of the beautiful Marlborough Sounds. New Zealand's BEST dolphin experience...

Boat Cruise Tours on the Marlborough Sounds


Beachcomber Cruises operate a variety of cruises on the Queen Charlotte Sound, offering some of the best views and insights.

Picton Water Taxi Transport Queen Charlotte Track


Beachcomber Cruises Picton are the Marlborough Sounds cruise, transport and Queen Charlotte Track specialists

 

Wine Tours in Blenheim

Marlborough is New Zealand’s premier wine growing region with most wineries scattered around the Blenheim/Renwick area and Sauvignon Blanc is the specialty here. Follow the wine trail by hiring a bike and cycling around the vineyards or join an organized wine tour and let someone else drive you to drink!

Head to the Marlborough Museum a ‘Must Do’; located in Brayshaw Heritage Park, 5 minutes drive from the centre of Blenheim. The permanent ‘Wine Exhibition’ showcases the history of wine and viticulture in Marlborough and is an excellent starting point for anyone who wants to add their understanding of the wine heritage and how it relates to today. Step outside into Brayshaw Heritage Park with displays of vintage cars and machinery, a replica street scene, and the Riverside railway is also based here.
Ensure a visit to the The Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre showcasing Sir Peter Jackson’s own collection of WW1 aircraft in the outstanding exhibition ‘Knights of the Sky’, of which the theatrical treatment is both innovative and visually stunning. Omaka Classic Cars is located just next door, pop in and view their range of retro cars spanning from the 1950’s to the 1980’s.

Awaken your adventurous spirit and explore the stunning region that surrounds Blenheim. Head north and check out Rarangi Beach in Cloudy bay, a perfect spot to watch that sunrise before walking over the headland to Whites Bay. Further south is the Wairau Valley and the Molesworth Station, New Zealand’s biggest farm, join Molesworth Tour Company on one of their thrilling adventure or cycling tours to discover this beautiful Marlborough high country.

Walk or mountain bike the Wither Hills Farm Park, 1100 hectares of rolling hill country with a network of trails and with breathtaking views over the area.

 

 

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