Enjoy an afternoon Wine Trail tour exploring three of North Canterbury's boutique vineyards including Waipara Springs, Torlesse, Pegasus Bay, Waipara Hills or Georges Road, all producing a fine selection of both white and red wines for tastings. Also included are at least 15 wine tastings at the vineyards of wines from of numerous grape varieties.
Should the afternoon tour option with lunch be selected the Plattered lunch has been arranged at the first winery you visit on the day of travel.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Wine tasting of at least 15 different wines.
✔ Hotel pickup and drop-off
✔ Explore three of North Canterbury's boutique vineyards
✔ In-vehicle air conditioning
✔ Plattered Lunch (if option selected at time of booking)
✔ Live commentary on board
✖ Gratuities
✖ Food and drinks, unless specified
Departure & Return
Departure:
9 Hereford Street, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch 8013, New Zealand
Meet outside the The Observatory Hotel - 9 Hereford Street. There are temporary parking spaces for tour buses, so your driver will meet you there.
Return: End right where it started.
Itinerary
1
Waipara
Waipara Wine area, we visit 3 wineries whichever are open and available from Waipara Springs, Torlesse, Pegasus Bay, Waipara Hills & Georges Road.
Duration: 45 minutes
2
Waipara Springs Winery
Travelling north from your pick up location from Christchurch, arrive at your first stop at the beautiful Waipara Springs: one of the oldest and most popular wineries of the region. Enjoy wine tastings and a delicious pattered lunch (if option is selected - you will be here longer).
Duration: 45 minutes
3
Torlesse Wines
Your next stop is Torlesse Wines: a winery named after early Cantabrian resident Charles Torlesse. Here you will be able to sample wines including their Gewürztraminer, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, and more.
Duration: 45 minutes
4
Pegasus Bay Winery and Deli
Your final stop will be the stunning winery of Pegasus Bay: a family owned winery who have been producing wine since the seventies. Taste some fantastic wines including sauvignon semillon, reisling, and more.
Duration: 45 minutes
Additional info
• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
• Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
• Minimum age is 18 years of age to consume alcohol in New Zealand
• Should any of the named wineries be unavailable on the day of travel, an alternative winery in the Waipara area will be included
• Photo ID required for tasting wine - passport recommended
