Private Excursion: Scenic and Seascape Delights from Picton

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.

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: The Vines Village, 193 Rapaura Road, Blenheim 7273 New Zealand

Marlborough local gourmet tasting such as Manuka honey, seasonal cherries and berries. Cafe with great coffee and food. Quilters Barn for crafters, homemade fudges and ice= cream

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Makana Confections, Corner of Rapaura Road and O'Dwyer's Road, Blenheim 7273 New Zealand

The most popular stop of boutique confection you have ever tasted. Even the samples are generous and you will want to go up again to taste.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Pollard Park, Parker Street, Blenheim New Zealand

A perfect stop for a stroll around the meandering streams, Admire the many 800 varieties of roses and camelias. A duck haven and the biggest trees and also manicured gardens of plants that grow well here in New Zealand

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: The Mussel Pot Restaurant, 73 Main Road, Havelock 7100, New Zealand

Taste our local famous green-lip mussels and many options for all. Vegan, vegetarian, gluten and dairy free.

Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Marlborough Sounds, Picton New Zealand

The highlight of this tour is after lunch at Havelock you travel around the Bays of the Marlborough Sounds, stopping for high view photos of the Pelorus and Queen Charlotte Sound. A wonderful experience on your return to your ship.

Duration: 1 hour



Informacion Adicional
"Cut off time for booking has been set for 12 hours prior to tour departure. Due to advance bookings being required for additional activities. However booking is flexible up to an hour prior to tour departure."
"Minimum drinking age is 18 years"
"Wheelchair accessible"
"Stroller accessible"
"At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time"
"Service animals allowed"
"Your tour guide provides a 6 seat vehicle for smaller private groups."
"Worry-free Shore Excursion: We will ensure your excursion ends with ample time for you to return to the Picton Port for your ship’s departure. In the extreme unlikely event your ship has departed, we will arrange for transportation to the next port-of-call. If your ship is delayed and you are unable to attend this activity, your money will be refunded. See our terms and conditions for full details."
"Near public transportation"
"Infant seats available"
"Transportation is wheelchair accessible"
"Most travelers can participate"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Start Time: 10:00 AM
Duration: 6 Hours
Start location: Picton isite Visitor Information Centre, The Foreshore, Picton 7220, New Zealand
Traveler pickup is offered
We will be waiting at the Cruise Shuttle Bus Stop on footpath along from the Picton Visitors Centre . Turn right off the bus and follow the blue line on footpath 20 yards to us where we will have a yellow signboard with your name. We have a black uniform. If raining we will escort you to the vehicle asap. If we are already taking guests to the van please wait under the red canopy. It would be appreciated if you could take an early shuttle to reach us 45 minutes prior to start time. Start time could be earlier if all on board.

Ports

• Picton isite Visitor Information Centre, The Foreshore, Picton 7220, New Zealand

Cancellations and refunds: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Included

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

Not Included

• Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
• Lunch at own cost due to varying appetites

Facilities