The tour departs at 10:00am (from Wellington CBD), travelling northeast along the Hutt River into the Hutt Valley, with a visit to Kaitoke Regional Park. Here, you’ll cross the swing bridge and enjoy a loop walk through pristine native rainforest. The journey continues over the Remutaka Ranges, including a stop at the summit for spectacular views, before descending into the Wairarapa region.

You’ll pass through Featherston for a cheese tasting at C’est Cheese, then continue to Greytown for a chocolate tasting at Schoc Chocolates, before arriving in the charming wine village of Martinborough. Here, visit award-winning wineries, enjoy cellar door experiences, and sample their renowned wines, followed by a sumptuous vineyard lunch.

In the afternoon, the tour heads to the rugged South Wairarapa coast and Cape Palliser. Travel along the coastline with uninterrupted views of the bay, before exploring the fishing village of Ngawi, famous for its iconic tractors hauling boats up the beach. There’s also the option to climb the Cape Palliser Lighthouse for sweeping coastal views.

After working up an appetite, take a short walk along the shores of Lake Onoke (Lake Ferry) and learn about its history, often with local fishermen bringing in their fresh catch. You’ll then enjoy a delicious dinner at the historic Lake Ferry Hotel, or an à la carte meal at the Royal Hotel in Featherston (subject to availability).

The tour returns to Wellington via the Remutaka Ranges and State Highway 2, with an expected drop-off around 8:00pm.

INCLUSIONS: Local guide, transportation, vineyard lunch, dinner, and all entry and tasting fees.

ITINERARY:

  • Explore Kaitoke Regional Park with a swing bridge crossing and a loop walk through pristine native rainforest.

  • A scenic drive over the Remutaka Ranges, including a photo stop at the Summit for spectacular views.

  • We will pay a quick visit to C'est Cheese in Featherston where you can taste, browse, and watch cheese being made.

  • Treat yourself to handcrafted delights at Schoc Chocolates, Greytown’s beloved local chocolatier.

  • Visit an award-winning winery to enjoy a cellar door experience and sample their renowned wines, followed by a sumptuous lunch at a vineyard restaurant.

  • Drive along the edge of the South Wairarapa coast and take in uninterrupted views of the bay, before exploring the rural fishing village of Ngawi, famous for its iconic tractors hauling boats up the beach. Finish with an optional climb to the Cape Palliser Lighthouse, where you’ll be rewarded with sweeping coastal views.

  • Enjoy a delicious dinner at the historic Lake Ferry Hotel, or a wonderful à la carte meal at the Royal Hotel in Featherston before returning to Wellington.

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Additional Information:

  • Duration: 10 hours

  • Start time: 10:00am (leaving Wellington CBD)

  • Group size limits: 2 - 11

  • Departs from Wellington i-SITE, cruise ship or from selected centrally located Wellington hotels

  • No exclusivity guaranteed. Guests may share the vehicle with others

WHAT TO BRING

  • When visiting wineries in New Zealand, you may be asked to show valid photo identification to confirm that you are 18 years or older, which is the legal drinking age.

  • For overseas visitors, a passport is the only universally accepted form of ID under New Zealand law — even if you appear well over 18!

RESTRICTIONS

  • Tour Accessibility Requirements: To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all guests, participants must be able to enter and exit our vans unassisted, using steps and grab rails. If this basic requirement cannot be met at the start of the tour, our guides reserve the right to decline participation. In such cases, a full refund will be provided.

CANCELLATIONS

  • Cancellation of confirmed bookings 24 hours or more prior to departure will be refunded in full (minus any booking or credit card fees). There are no refunds for cancellations within 24 hours of the tour departure. Tour bookings may be re-scheduled by request if availability allows.

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