Wine trail and Christchurch City - Luxury, Small Group Tour
Discover Christchurch & Wine Country
Explore Christchurch's vibrant city centre and renowned wine region on this intimate small-group tour. Admire the city's innovative architecture, street art, and charming streets. Then, journey to North Canterbury's picturesque wine country.
Visit boutique wineries, meet passionate winemakers, and savour diverse wines, from aromatic whites to elegant Pinot Noirs. Enjoy a gourmet lunch at a local winery, featuring fresh, seasonal cuisine paired with exquisite wines.
Your expert guide will share insights into Christchurch's history, culture, and winemaking heritage. With a maximum of eight guests, this tour offers a personalized experience.
Includes: • Luxury transportation in a comfortable vehicle • Expert guide with in-depth knowledge of Christchurch and its wines • Visits to two or three boutique wineries • Wine tastings at each winery • Gourmet lunch at a winery with wine pairings • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Christchurch
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Wine trail and Christchurch City - Luxury, Small Group Tour
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What's included in Wine trail and Christchurch City - Luxury, Small Group Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Waipara
There are a number of boutique vineyards within easy reach of Christchurch. The region is renowned for producing aromatic whites and Pinot Noirs. We will visit a selection of wineries for tastings which will demonstrate why New Zealand’s wine and its makers are so highly regarded around the world. Canterbury also prides itself in being serious about food and promoting local produce. Lunch at a winery/bistro and the wine tastings are included.
Christchurch
Having picked you up we drive to Christchurch and by the city’s centre. Here you can assess the progress of the rebuild following the 2010/2011 earthquakes. We will discuss the reasons for the event, its impact and the exciting plans for the future. Later in the day we will head to the Port Hills which overlook Christchurch and present stunning views of the city, Canterbury Plains, Lyttelton Harbour and the distant Southern Alps. Before we return you to your accommodation we visit ‘She Chocolate’ a chocolatire cafe. Here we hope to tempt you with the pleasures of ‘The Food of the Gods’ . Please note the order of activities will be dependent of pick up/drop off points and weather.
Inclusions
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Afternoon tea
- Bottled water
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Lunch
- Driver/guide
- Live commentary on board
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Gratuities
- 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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum age is 18 years
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Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 15 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
We pick up from Hotels, B&B's and home-stay's within central Christchurch.
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Ticket Redemption
• Minimum age is 18 years Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.