Canterbury, New Zealand

Wine Tasting & Winery Tours

Make a grand entrance by helicopter, landing between the vines to indulge your senses at 4 unique wineries of North Canterbury Experience tastings, each with their distinctive flavours and award winning blends. Experience the very best wines North Canterbury has to offer, and let us do the driving! Wineries visited: George Road Wines, Greystone Vineyard, Black Estate, Waipara Hills Winery Includes helicopter flights and wine tastings . Lunch options are available upon request and availability. GEORGE ROAD WINES produce some of NZ's finest Syrah and Pinot Gris, as well as the perennial customer favourite, their Rosé. A commitment to meticulous viticulture and traditional winemaking techniques shines through in every glass. GREYSTONE is 100% certified organic owned and operate vineyard. You will be able to taste through our special releases, aged wines and other treats only available at our cellar door. BLACK ESTATE is a flavorsome experience from start to finish. Consisting of 3 North Canterbury organic wineries and restaurant, that prides itself in delivering delicious organic and spray free cuisine. WAIPARA HILLS WINERY established in 2001 and recipient to over 500 medals, Waipara Hills has a fine reputation for crafting rich aromatics with vibrant, complex flavours. Lunch is not included but talk to us direct if you would like to have options to choose. PLEASE NOTE minimum of two paying fares for flight to depart. The legal age to consume or purchase alcohol in New Zealand is 18 Years old. Please carry appropriate Identification if asked to produce proof of age. Allow for 4-5 hours Wineries visited may differ on day

Unlock the beauty of the South Island with the convenience of a multi-day guided tour. All activities are included unless states otherwise. Day 1 - Wellington to Kaikoura Kick off the adventure with one of the most beautiful inter-island crossings in the world, the Cook Straight. Arrive at the top of the South Island and journey through the Marlborough region, home to endless rolling vineyards. Stop for a tasting along the way to sample some local Kiwi cuisine. Day 2 - Kaikoura to Christchurch Choose between a lie-in, or, for the more adventurous, an ocean excursion (extra cost) to try your luck spotting dolphins, whales, albatrosses, and more. Around mid-morning, head up the Kaikoura Peninsula to walk among a large seal colony. Next up is the diverse city of Christchurch. Here, take a walking tour of the city to learn about its street art, see the blooming botanical gardens, and learn about the city's recent history. Day 3 - Christchurch to Lake Tekapo Hit the road and cruise into Mackenzie Country, home to Lake Tekapo. Visit the stone Church of the Good Shepherd and admire Lake Tekapo's blue waters framed with colorful lupins. As night falls, visit the Dark Sky Project to learn about the importance of preserving dark skies and take a peek at all that lies above. Day 4 - Lake Tekapo to Wanaka via Mount Cook Cruise past Lake Pukaki (you'll know how it got its nickname The Powerade Factory when you see it) and head for Mount Cook village. Take some scenic hikes in the National Park with stops to soak up the mountain views. Here choose to view the Tasman Glacier by helicopter or take a scenic flight through the Mt. Cook National Park. From mid-morning, continue to traverse through the National Park through Lindis Pass and on to Wanaka. Day 5 - Wanaka to Queenstown Have the morning to hike Wanaka's famous Roys Peak, snap "That Wanaka Tree," or climb Mount Iron. For the more daring in the group, there’s the option to experience a via Ferrata Wild Wire or hit up the lakeside trails on a mountain bike. Later, sit back and relax on the bus while viewing the scenery of the Crown ranges on the way to the adrenaline-fuelled Queenstown. End the day with a trip up the Gondola for a dinner overlooking Queenstown. Day 6 - Queenstown free dayTake a day to explore the city with lunch and activities on your own. Day 7 - Queenstown to Glenorchy Day Trip Head out into the heartlands of Otago to the picturesque town of Glenorchy to experience a scenic landscape.