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Picton
Private Excursion: Scenic and Seascape Delights from Picton
- Duration6 hours
- Max Travelers10 people
- Free CancellationUp to 24 hrs
- CategoryBus Tours, Car Tours
Overview
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.
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What's included
Round-trip shuttle bus service between the ship and the departure point
Bottled water
Chocolate tasting
Driver/guide
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
What's Not included
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Lunch at own cost due to varying appetites
Itinerary
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
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.
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
Taste our local famous green-lip mussels and many options for all. Vegan, vegetarian, gluten and dairy free.
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.
Good to know
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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
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
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 shipu2019s 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.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.