Discover Marlborough’s Best Wine Tours from Blenheim

Marlborough Wine Tours from Blenheim

Explore wine tours, shore excursions and paired lunches

Jade Marlborough Tours operates out of Blenheim, Marlborough, delivering focused wine tourism and Picton cruise ship shore excursions designed to showcase Marlborough’s vineyards and world‑famous Sauvignon Blanc. Popular trip options include the Picton Cruise Ship Shore Excursions - JADE WINE TOUR, the Marlborough Half‑Day Wine Tour, the Marlborough Full‑Day Wine Tour, the Lyttelton Cruise Ship Shore Excursion to Waipara Valley with Lunch, and the Marlborough - Wines of the South Island with Paired Lunch. Several itineraries include tastings at 4–6 wineries, wine‑paired lunches, and specialty treats like handmade chocolates from Makana Confections.

Why choose Jade Marlborough Tours

• Local expertise: Tours are led by guides familiar with Marlborough and nearby regions, including itineraries that feature insights from Greystone co‑founder Bruce Thomas on select departures.
• Cruise‑friendly logistics: Picton shore excursions are designed around cruise ship schedules for on‑time pick up and drop off.
• Flexible formats: Options include half‑day (around 5 hours) and full‑day (7+ hours) formats to fit cruise stop windows or land‑based itineraries.
• Curated winery access: Typical stops include boutique cellar doors, boutique winery tastings, and opportunities to taste award‑winning wines.

Signature experiences and highlights

• Picton Cruise Ship Shore Excursions - JADE WINE TOUR: A focused 5‑hour tasting route through the Wairau Valley featuring 4–5 wineries and local commentary.
• Marlborough Half‑Day Wine Tour: A relaxed 5‑hour tasting tour visiting a selection of wineries with options to customize stops.
• Marlborough Full‑Day Wine Tour: A comprehensive 7‑hour exploration visiting 5–6 wineries and sampling a broader range of regional styles.
• Lyttelton to Waipara Valley with Lunch: An intimate shore excursion featuring a chef‑prepared lunch and guided tastings at three distinctive North Canterbury wineries.
• Wines of the South Island with Paired Lunch: Exclusive tastings at boutique wineries followed by a seasonal, wine‑paired lunch at Fidelio and chocolates at Makana Confections.

What to expect on tour

• Small‑group, narrated touring that focuses on vineyard stories and winemaking techniques.
• Tastings of Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc and other varietals from local, award‑winning producers.
• Opportunities for wine‑paired meals and specialty items that highlight regional produce.

Booking tips and search keywords

For best availability, search and book using these terms: Marlborough wine tours, Blenheim wine tours, Picton cruise shore excursions, Waipara Valley wine tour, half‑day wine tour Marlborough, full‑day wine tour Marlborough, paired lunch wine tour, Bruce Thomas Greystone tasting. These keywords align with common guest intents and help match tour availability with cruise schedules.

Practical information

Tours operate from Blenheim and serve Picton and Lyttelton cruise passengers as specified in each itinerary. Guests should confirm pick‑up locations and cruise timings when booking. Jade Marlborough Tours focuses exclusively on winery access, local produce pairing, and guided tasting experiences in Marlborough and nearby wine regions.