Martinborough
Known for producing some of the world's finest wines, the Martinborough region is home to over 30 vineyards, many of which are easily accessible from the town center. A great way to begin your exploration is at the Martinborough Wine Centre, where you can sample wines from all the local labels and plan your itinerary. For a more relaxed experience, consider booking a guided tour so you can fully enjoy the tastings without having to drive.
In 2023, Martinborough was designated as a Dark Sky Reserve, a rare honor that highlights the exceptional quality of its night sky. This celestial status adds another layer of magic to the area, inviting you to pair the region's exquisite wines with an evening of spectacular stargazing.
Martinborough Half Day Wine Tour with Martinborough Wine Tours
Visit wonderful vineyards such as Te Kairangi Wines, Tirohana Estate, Cabbage Tree Vineyard and Martinborough Vineyard on this half day tour of the premium wine region of Martinborough. Taste the wines, learn about the development of the region, its people and characters from knowledgeable guides.
Martinborough Private Wine Tour
Take a trip through rural countryside to a choice of over 20 wineries. Where you can sample some award-winning wines, including the Pinot Noirs that the region is famous for. This will be a day to remember full of good food, wine and plenty of laughs.
Pinot to Palliser Guided Tour with Martinborough Wine Tours
This tour combines the picturesque countryside of the southeastern coastline of the North Island with Martinborough village and wine tasting.
After a drive through the village, drive through the country-side to the rugged and spectacular Palliser Bay coastline. The bay is one of New Zealand’s most important early Maori settled areas. Driving along the dynamic coast you will pass beach terraces raised by past earthquakes, see the old abandoned homes falling into the sea due to wave action, and view the precariously placed rock formation known as Kupe’s Sail.
Then go on to Cape Palliser lighthouse where you can climb up to the lighthouse and enjoy spectacular views of Palliser Bay. Before and after the lighthouse stop, visit the seal colonies and enjoy the antics of the young seal pups.
Martinborough Full Day Wine Tour with Martinborough Wine Tours
Visit wonderful vineyards such as Te Kairangi Wines, Tirohana Estate, Cabbage Tree Vineyard and Martinborough Vineyard on this full day tour of the premium wine region of Martinborough. Taste the wines, enjoy lunch and learn about the development of the region, its people and characters from knowledgeable guides.
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