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Start: Wellington
Travel Time: 7 hours

Escape to the vineyards of the Wairarapa on a private Martinborough wine tour combining boutique cellar doors, acclaimed Pinot Noir and beautiful rural scenery. Travel from Wellington over the Remutaka Range, enjoy tastings at selected wineries and settle in for a relaxed vineyard lunch with a glass of wine, with private transport and your own local driver-guide throughout the day.

Carlos and family enjoying an outdoor lunch at Poppies Winery in Martinborough

Discover Martinborough’s Boutique Wineries & Pinot Noir

Journey from Wellington through the Hutt Valley and across the Remutaka Range into the heart of the Wairarapa, where rolling farmland gives way to the vineyards surrounding Martinborough. Renowned for its Pinot Noir and boutique wine culture, this compact wine region is ideal for a leisurely day of cellar-door discoveries. Visit a selection of local wineries to taste regional wines and hear insights from people who know Martinborough’s winemaking scene.

Guest enjoying a wine tasting experience at a Martinborough cellar door

A vineyard lunch with a glass of wine is included, followed by another two or three winery visits during the afternoon. Depending on availability, your tastings could introduce you to both established estates and smaller producers, giving you a broader taste of Martinborough’s distinctive wine styles. If you’d like a change of pace, one afternoon tasting can instead be replaced with coffee and shopping in charming Greytown before the scenic return journey to Wellington.

  • Private full-day wine tour from Wellington
  • Scenic Remutaka Range and Wairarapa drive
  • Tastings at selected Martinborough wineries
  • Martinborough Pinot Noir and other regional wines
  • Vineyard lunch with a glass of wine
  • Flexible afternoon winery visits
  • Optional coffee and shopping in Greytown
  • Wellington pick-up and return
  • Private transport
  • Local driver-guide
  • Wine tasting fees
  • Vineyard lunch
  • One glass of wine with lunch
  • Wellington pick-up and drop-off
  • Adult: 15 years +
  • Children: 5-14 years
  • Drinking Age: Minimum age for drinking alcohol in NZ is 18 years
  • Cancel 2 days or more before travel: Full refund**
  • Cancel within 48 hours: 50% refund**

Note: **Any refund approved under our terms and conditions will be subject to a 5% admin & processing fee, which will be deducted from the refund amount.

 Please see more information on refunds and cancellations in Go New Zealand's terms and conditions.

Frequently asked questions

Yes. The scenic journey crosses the Remutaka Range and passes through the rural Wairarapa, while the afternoon can include coffee and shopping in Greytown instead of one winery visit. For a broader regional experience featuring dramatic coastline, wildlife and rural scenery, consider the Private Wairarapa and Cape Palliser Day Tour.

Yes. The tour includes wine-tasting fees, a platter-style vineyard lunch and a glass of wine with the meal, together with private transport and Wellington pick-up and return. Travellers interested in discovering more local flavours without leaving the capital could also consider the Private Wellington Food Tour.

Potential stops include Palliser Estate, Schubert Wines, Margrain Vineyard, Te Kairanga and Luna Estate. However, the final selection depends on opening hours, availability and your group’s preferences, allowing the private itinerary some flexibility. Compare Martinborough with other regions and tasting experiences among Go New Zealand’s food, wine and beer tours.

Martinborough is especially celebrated for Pinot Noir, although cellar doors may also offer Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Gris, Chardonnay and other regional varieties. The tour visits selected wineries where local specialists introduce their wines and winemaking styles. Learn more about the village, vineyards and attractions in this Martinborough travel guide.

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