Private Excursion: Scenic and Seascape Delights from Picton

In Picton

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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.
Free cancellation Private tour Pickup included

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

  1. 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 (30 min)
  2. 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. (10 min)
  3. 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 (30 min)
  4. Taste our local famous green-lip mussels and many options for all. Vegan, vegetarian, gluten and dairy free. (45 min)
  5. 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. (1h 0min)

Meeting & end point

Meeting point
Take the bus shuttle from the ship to the Bus Stop at the Picton Visitors Centre. Follow the instructions on your ticket/voucher. Start time is not always 10:00am. From ships arrival time given add 2.5hrs to the wharf. Ensure you take the earliest shuttle you can as soon as they are operating.
End point
Take the bus shuttle from the ship to the Bus Stop at the Picton Visitors Centre. Follow the instructions on your ticket/voucher. Start time is not always 10:00am. From ships arrival time given add 2.5hrs to the wharf. Ensure you take the earliest shuttle you can as soon as they are operating.

Practical information

Operated by
Pamela March Trading As Your Local Chauffeur
Travellers per booking
1–8
Languages
en
Confirmation
INSTANT

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation available.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Important notes

  • 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 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.

Frequently asked questions

The tour runs for around 6 hours. Times are approximate and may vary depending on group size, traffic, and site conditions on the day.

What's included is set out in the tour description above. As a general guide, transport and guiding are normally covered; meals, personal expenses, and gratuities are typically extra unless the description states otherwise.

We don't hold specific age or fitness guidance for this tour. Read the activity description carefully and, if in any doubt, speak to your cruise line's excursion desk before you book.