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Beyond the Vines - Full-Day Marlborough Wine Tasting Tour

Beyond the Vines - Full-Day Marlborough Wine Tasting Tour

Enjoy a relaxing day out around some of the beautiful wineries in Marlborough. Learn about the regions great wines and sample at least 4 wines at each cellar door. We usually visit…

Approx. 360 minutesView on Viator →
Coastal Pacific Train Journey from Picton to Christchurch

Coastal Pacific Train Journey from Picton to Christchurch

Experience and immerse yourself in the rugged coastal architecture of New Zealand. The Coastal Pacific travels breathtakingly close to the Pacific Ocean, where the roaring, windblo…

Approx. 340 minutesView on Viator →
Queen Charlotte Sound Mail Boat Cruise

Queen Charlotte Sound Mail Boat Cruise

The Mail has been delivered by boat for over 150 years in the Queen Charlotte Sounds, we are the only official licensed New Zealand Post Rural Delivery Service by water in the Quee…

Approx. 240 minutesView on Viator →
InterIslander Ferry - Picton to Wellington

InterIslander Ferry - Picton to Wellington

For over 60 years, Interislander has been sharing the stunning scenery of Wellington Harbour and the breathtaking Marlborough Sounds with over 800,000 passengers every year. The …

Approx. 210 minutesView on Viator →
Half day Sea Kayak Guided Tour from Picton

Half day Sea Kayak Guided Tour from Picton

Experience the beauty and seclusion of the Marlborough Sounds on this 4 hour half day guided sea kayak tour. Your tour takes in the western end of the Queen Charlotte Sound with it…

Approx. 240 minutesView on Viator →
Self-Guided Queen Charlotte Track Walk from Picton

Self-Guided Queen Charlotte Track Walk from Picton

Explore the Marlborough Sounds on foot with one of the popular self-guided walks on the Queen Charlotte Track. Choose from three walks of varying length and challenge, with options…

Approx. 420 minutesView on Viator →

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