Christchurch Food & Wine Tours

From City Flavours to Waipara Valley Wines

Christchurch is a city where tradition and modern flair meet on the plate, offering a perfect launchpad for unforgettable food and wine experiences. Just north of the city, the Waipara Valley — part of North Canterbury’s wine region — is known for its elegant Pinot Noir, Riesling, and Chardonnay. Relax with a vineyard lunch and scenic tastings at places like Waipara Hills or Black Estate.

The countryside adds charm to every sip, and gourmet snacks made with locally sourced ingredients round off the experience. Whether you’re on a relaxed tasting tour or looking for an immersive food journey, Waipara delivers with stunning views and warm hospitality.

Wine and cheese platter at French Peak Vineyard in Akaroa

Charcuterie and cheese platter with cured meats, pickles, olives, bread, and spreads

Rows of vines at French Peak Vineyard on Banks Peninsula

French Peak Winery cellar door in Akaroa

Old French Road table olives from Banks Peninsula

Award-winning olive oil tasting at Old French Road Olive Grove

Scenic garden pond and rowboat on Banks Peninsula

Wooden wine barrels storing Main Divide Te Hau Reserve Pinot Noir at Pegasus Bay.

Rows of stacked wooden barrels in a Waipara Valley wine cellar.

Gourmet tasting plate with cheese, meat, grapes, and salad at a Waipara winery.

Rows of grapevines at Pegasus Bay Winery in Waipara Valley under a clear sky.

Grape harvesting machinery in action among rows of vines in Waipara Valley.

Visitors enjoying a tasting at Waipara Springs Winery cellar door.

Leafy vineyard rows in Waipara with golden autumn foliage and distant hills.

Bottles of Waipara Springs wine lined up on display at the winery.

Group enjoying a wine tasting toast at Greystone Winery during a helicopter lunch tour

Helicopter nestled among the vines at Black Estate Winery in North Canterbury

Cultural City Bites & Coastal Wine Escapes

Explore the city’s heart with a guided food walking tour that weaves local flavours with Māori storytelling and Christchurch’s cultural history. Sample small plates crafted by top chefs while uncovering the city's vibrant post-quake food scene. It’s the perfect blend of heritage, flavour, and connection.

For something truly memorable, take a helicopter to Greystone Winery or enjoy a scenic drive to Akaroa, where boutique organic vineyards meet peaceful harbourside settings. These tours offer more than wine — they deliver an elevated taste of Canterbury’s landscape and culture. Christchurch is your gateway to a refined and flavourful South Island escape.