Spend a day tasting award-winning Pinot Noir in New Zealand’s Martinborough wine region. XPLOR Tours offers a relaxed, immersive journey through vineyards, gourmet food, and scenic rural landscapes just outside Wellington.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
6.5 hours
Fitness Level
Minimal physical activity required; suitable for most fitness levels.
Wildlife
History
Martinborough was modeled on English villages and settled in the late 19th century, gaining acclaim for viticulture from the 1980s onward.
Conservation
Wairarapa vineyards often practice sustainable and organic viticulture, minimizing environmental impact and encouraging biodiversity in the region.
XPLOR Tours
Spend a day tasting award-winning Pinot Noir in New Zealand’s Martinborough wine region. XPLOR Tours offers a relaxed, immersive journey through vineyards, gourmet food, and scenic rural landscapes just outside Wellington.
XPLOR Tours is a Wellington-based tour operator offering curated day trips and transfers across Wellington and Kapiti. The company runs a mix of full-day and half-day experiences that highlight the region’s natural landscapes, cinematic history and wine country. XPLOR Tours provides guided visits to Mount Victoria viewpoints, Weta Cave/Studios precincts, Te Papa Museum and scenic coastal drives, plus transfers to Kapiti for wildlife and nature-focused excursions.
Tours range from a 3.5-hour half-day tour of Wellington to 6.5–7-hour full-day itineraries, giving visitors flexible options to match schedules and interests. XPLOR Tours lists a Kapiti Nature Tour (transfer), Full Day and Half Day tours of Wellington, dedicated Full Day and Half Day Lord of the Rings tours, and a Full Day Martinborough Wine Tour. Each itinerary emphasizes local knowledge, reliable transfers and curated stops that suit international and domestic travellers.
XPLOR Tours operates from Wellington and promotes well-planned routes, clear meeting points and small-group attention to help visitors make the most of limited time. The operator focuses on consistent delivery of set-length tours and experiences, making it straightforward for guests to compare options and book the right tour for scenery, film-locations or wine tasting. The business is positioned as a practical, local choice for exploring Wellington, Kapiti and nearby Martinborough with guided convenience and region-specific expertise.
Base Location
Wellington
Tours depart from Wellington city
Tour Lengths
3.5–7 hrs
Half‑day and full‑day options
Film Tours
Lord of the Rings
Wellington film‑location visits
Wine Tours
Martinborough
Full‑day vineyard itineraries
Reserve a full-day or half-day tour with XPLOR Tours for iconic viewpoints, film locations and vineyard visits — limited seats per departure.
Book Pickup Early
Confirm your pickup location and time with XPLOR Tours to ensure timely departure from Wellington or the cruise port.
Dress for Comfort
Wear comfortable shoes and layers as you’ll be moving between vineyards and may experience variable weather.
Pace Your Tastings
Sip wines slowly and stay hydrated to make the most of the full-day tasting experience.
Plan for Lunch
Consider the optional gourmet platter to complement your wine tastings or bring a small snack if preferred.
Comfortable Walking Shoes
For moving between wineries and standing during tastings.
Sun Protection
A hat and sunscreen are recommended for sunny, outdoor portions.
summer
Light Waterproof Jacket
Protect yourself from occasional showers or chills.
spring|fall|winter
Reusable Water Bottle
Helps you stay hydrated throughout the day.