All-Inclusive Waipara Region Wine Tour from Christchurch
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All-Inclusive Waipara Region Wine Tour from Christchurch
By Cheeky Wine Tours
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Begin your amazing day with a pickup from one of our very friendly team members. Sit down and relax for the 45-min drive to the Waipara Region.
Waipara is a picturesque valley in the north of Christchurch. This is one of New Zealand’s premier wine regions where pinot noir and riesling grapes do very well here. We will visit a series of cellars and tasting rooms, which may include Waipara Hills, Pegasus Bay, Waipara Springs, and Torlesse Wines (wineries are subject to change without notice depending on availability).
We are all about the experience, so we want to make sure that you have 100% worry-free tastings of NZ's finest wine. Lunch, tastings, and snacks and photographer are included so all you need to do is join us, seat and enjoy your day.
We are super flexible and the day is all about you. Want to make a stop or do something extra just let us know
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Ages 18-90, max of 20 per group
Duration: 6h
Start time: Check availability
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Live guide: English, Spanish
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- Snacks
- Lunch
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Private transportation
- Alcoholic Beverages
- All Fees and Taxes
- WiFi on board
- Entry/Admission - Georges Road Wines
- Entry/Admission - Waipara Springs Winery
- Entry/Admission - Torlesse Wines
What's not included- Breakfast
- Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.
- Christchurch Central City, Christchurch, New ZealandWhen we say hassle-free, we mean it! We want to make it as easy for you as possible, so we will contact you to set up a pickup and drop-off location that is convenient for the group.
Pickup details- We can pick you up and drop you off from wherever you like. Please note since we do individual pickup locations we wont be able to send pick up times until bookings have closed at 2pm the day before your tour.
Hotel pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.Airport pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included airports.- Christchurch Intl Airport, Christchurch New Zealand
Port pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included ports.- Lyttelton Port of Christchurch, 41 Chapmans Road, Hillsborough, Christchurch 8022, New Zealand
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 148881P2- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for pregnant travellers
- Most travellers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travellers
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 148881P2
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- Flyer573019781810 contributionsTotal Set UpFrom the moment we boarded the bus the driver was grumpy and wouldn't even take a photo for us. It was a day trip planned for a 49th. Home by 7pm. Watch this company as then sent fake photos of 4 empty bottles and charged us an extra $300. No proof whatsoever of drinking on the bus and now gone to debt collectors. Cheers for making a birthday celebration terrible !Written 12 September 2024
- huynguyentt0 contributionsLovely tripI had a great time with the tour. Jesse was our guide for the day and he was absolutely awesome. He was super friendly, funny, and had lots of knowledge about the area The scenery was also breath taking as you can see from the photos. My favourite during the tour were lake Tekapo and the Tasman glacier. Certainly one my the most memorable trips I've been too!Written 26 October 2022
- maitU4090GW0 contributionsUnforgettable tripOriginally planned to go skiing at Mount Cook, but due to the rain, the plan changed to see the Tasman glacier, and surprisingly, thank for that I had an unforgettable trip. Thank you Cheeky Wine Tours for your suggestions and interesting information throughout the trip. Highly recommend for those who want to travel to New Zealand.Written 25 October 2022
- Destination6281700 contributionsHens PartyGreat Hens party wine tour, despite Covid related issues. Our driver/host Catherine was really helpful. Cheers 🥂Written 19 March 2022
- Radsett0 contributionsCrazy cheeky wine tour !!!Tania was the best tour guide!!! Great company, great organisation, great chat - all round great time. Would recommend asking for Tania as your tour guide, she made our day extra special! The complimentary corn chips were such bonus aswell !!!Written 21 January 2022
- Michaelac020 contributionsAmazing wine tour and gin distilleryHad a fantastic day with Tania, she was an exceptional guide. Super friendly and absolutely made our day. Went to straight 8 estate, Melton estate and the curiosity distillery. Such a great time. Would definitely go again in a heart beat. I would recommend requesting Tania to make your day extra special.Written 7 January 2022
- Hfitz888980 contributionsLunch at Waipara wineryTania our driver for the day was lovely! Great energy and kept us entertained for the ride to and from Rolleston to Waipara. Great day out and fantastic service. Highly recommend!Written 27 November 2021
- ebinde0 contributionsDelightful day in WaiparaOur day began with a prompt pick up at our hotel. The van was comfortable and we had a pleasant and informative chat with our driver en route to our first stop. Our hosts at each winery were welcoming and personable. We found wines at each stop that were quite nice. The additional discount for purchases made on the tour were appreciated. Lunch was tasty and well timed. Nothing was rushed. I had a vegetarian lunch platter that was very nice.Written 16 September 2021
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Tania
1 contribution
Sept 2021 • Friends
The day started with me being picked up in Woodend and the first winery we stopped at was Terrace Edge, overlooking the Waipara River. The Chapmans were very accommodating and I enjoyed their selection of five wines. Purchased a bottle of their Liquid Geography Riesling and a jar of their Kalamata Olives (so delicious). The Olives are grown on site. We then went to the Waipara Springs Winery and Restaurant, where we had a most excellent tasting including their gin which was just divine!! We had lunch here, which I thoroughly enjoyed. The pickled fennel and wee red capsicum with a pink filling were absolutely delicious too!
We then went to Torlesse Winery where Kym entertained us with wine tastings and hilarious anecdotes. Our last winery we stopped at was Georges Road Wines where Kirk showed us his passion for his wines and being fully involved in all aspects of production. Thank you to Jesse, our driver, for the interesting information of the Waipara region. It was a fantastic day
We then went to Torlesse Winery where Kym entertained us with wine tastings and hilarious anecdotes. Our last winery we stopped at was Georges Road Wines where Kirk showed us his passion for his wines and being fully involved in all aspects of production. Thank you to Jesse, our driver, for the interesting information of the Waipara region. It was a fantastic day
Written 2 October 2021
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Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review :)
Written 4 October 2021
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cktravellers
Port Erin9 contributions
The driver for Cheeky Wine Tours was very informative, though this wasn’t helped by the poor sound system in the bus. Cheeky Wine service was very good and the pick-up was on time. After our tour, and dropping off cruise passengers, the driver then offered to extend our tour by showing us sights of Christchurch.
I only gave 4 stars as two of the three wineries rushed us through with young wines without much explanation. We had an excellent lunch at the second one.
The wine tasting was unlike our experience at Bushmere Estate, Gisborne where the wine choice was excellent and their assessment of their products honest and accurate.
I only gave 4 stars as two of the three wineries rushed us through with young wines without much explanation. We had an excellent lunch at the second one.
The wine tasting was unlike our experience at Bushmere Estate, Gisborne where the wine choice was excellent and their assessment of their products honest and accurate.
Written 9 February 2024
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Thank you for your feedback regarding your experience with Cheeky Wine Tours. We are pleased to hear that you found our driver informative and that the service met your expectations, particularly with the timely pick-up and the additional tour of Christchurch. However, we regret to learn that the wine tasting at two of the wineries did not meet your expectations and that the sound system on the bus was inadequate. Your comments regarding the quality of the wine selection and the need for more detailed explanations have been noted and will be addressed with our team to enhance future experiences. We appreciate your insights
Written 2 January 2025
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Lilly L
New Zealand17 contributions
Feb 2022
I booked a private tour with my wife and parents for my birthday last weekend.
Our trip was so great that I've been inspired to write a review! The transport was comfortable, the tour went like clockwork (e.g. lunch was on the table five mins after we sat down), the timing was perfect, and we felt comfortable and well looked after.
We had lunch at one of the larger wineries (Waipara Springs) then tastings at two smaller, family-run vineyards we wouldn't have found if we weren't on a tour. All were fantastic.
Chloe and Belen were fantastic - they were really professional, friendly and attentive. We all felt comfortable relaxing, being ourselves, and even singing a tune (or ten) as we drove.
If you want to support local business during the next stage of the pandemic, this is a great way to do it!
Our trip was so great that I've been inspired to write a review! The transport was comfortable, the tour went like clockwork (e.g. lunch was on the table five mins after we sat down), the timing was perfect, and we felt comfortable and well looked after.
We had lunch at one of the larger wineries (Waipara Springs) then tastings at two smaller, family-run vineyards we wouldn't have found if we weren't on a tour. All were fantastic.
Chloe and Belen were fantastic - they were really professional, friendly and attentive. We all felt comfortable relaxing, being ourselves, and even singing a tune (or ten) as we drove.
If you want to support local business during the next stage of the pandemic, this is a great way to do it!
Written 22 February 2022
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Hi Lilly
Thank you so much for going to the effort to write us such a wonderful review, It means alot to our team. We cant wait to see you on one of our services again soon
Written 24 February 2022
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Jaimee T
1 contribution
Jan 2022 • Friends
This was amazing! I went for my birthday and we were absolutely looked after. We chose the trip with three wineries and snacks. The snacks included were chips and crackers on the bus which was actually so great. All of the staff at the three wineries were knowledgeable and taught us heaps. Such great value for money!!! Would definitely go again.
Written 9 January 2022
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HI Jamiee,
Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a wonderful revied. We cant wait to have you onboard again soon
Written 11 January 2022
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Ioana Florea
2 contributions
Jul 2020 • Business
I have never been on a wine tour before and was asked to organise this wine tour for my work mates and I ( 16 ppl- 2 vans). Everyone had a great fun trip to the 3 wineries and back, I might be the new favourite employee!
Jesse was very accomodating to a van full of women who loved their music and sang the whole way!! Great communication prior to booking, Jesse was happy to answer all my questions.
The tour guides were punctual and very friendly.
We got some snacks from Cheeky Kea to go with the wine tastings, and a yummy lunch that was pre organised( they even catered for Gluten free and vegetarian).
We even had some photos taken , thank you Belen.
Great service, great price, highly recommend for a hassle free fun day out .
Will happily use again in the future.
Hope your business blossoms as you deserve it.
Thanks again
Ioana:)
Jesse was very accomodating to a van full of women who loved their music and sang the whole way!! Great communication prior to booking, Jesse was happy to answer all my questions.
The tour guides were punctual and very friendly.
We got some snacks from Cheeky Kea to go with the wine tastings, and a yummy lunch that was pre organised( they even catered for Gluten free and vegetarian).
We even had some photos taken , thank you Belen.
Great service, great price, highly recommend for a hassle free fun day out .
Will happily use again in the future.
Hope your business blossoms as you deserve it.
Thanks again
Ioana:)
Written 9 July 2020
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Thank you so much for the review. We cant wait to see you again sometime :)
Written 20 December 2020
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Nicky H
Hamilton, New Zealand51 contributions
We were chauffeured around by Jesse for 2 days & we had a lot of fun. My bucket list item was to travel the Tranzalpine which was all good until we couldn't get the return trip. In steps Jesse where while having a chat about his wine tours I mention the transfer problem & he offers to come get us. Easy peasy, best of both worlds! Highly recommend train over & being driven back so you can see this bits you can't from the train such as the seriously impressive Otira Viaduct. Shame about the distinct lack of "everywhere" kea!
Next day we trekked up to Hanmer for a hot pool sesh followed by an awesome wine tour.
Loved the personal service & behind the scenes peek with Kirk @ Georges Road. Yummo platter lunch & amazing tasting at Torlesse (so amazing a case was shipped home for future imbibing!).
Final stop on a totally top day was the stunningly situated Terrace Edge.
Thanks for a brilliant couple of trips Jesse, can't recommend #cheekywinetours highly enough.
PS. Thanks for pulling the playlist together, nothing like a good old-fashioned roadie sing-along!
Next day we trekked up to Hanmer for a hot pool sesh followed by an awesome wine tour.
Loved the personal service & behind the scenes peek with Kirk @ Georges Road. Yummo platter lunch & amazing tasting at Torlesse (so amazing a case was shipped home for future imbibing!).
Final stop on a totally top day was the stunningly situated Terrace Edge.
Thanks for a brilliant couple of trips Jesse, can't recommend #cheekywinetours highly enough.
PS. Thanks for pulling the playlist together, nothing like a good old-fashioned roadie sing-along!
Written 1 August 2021
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Thank you so much for for taking the time to write such a detailed response
Written 4 October 2021
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Zoe W
New Zealand80 contributions
I booked a last minute wine tour with cheeky kea tours with friends after another one cancelled. What a blessing in disguise this was! What we got instead was so much better and I’ve never been on such a fun, relaxed wine tour with no stress and no rushing and such great value. Jesse & team felt more like part of the tour than our guides and made sure we had a great time at every stop. I’ve been on a lot of wine tours and I can’t recommend them enough. Lunch was delicious and tastings were generous, no judgement if you didn’t know about wine too. He even asked what songs we wanted for the playlist on the bus. Do yourself a favour and book this one over the others for a smaller, more personal and relaxed wine experience in North Canterbury. Thanks cheeky kea wine tours!
Written 19 January 2020
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Thank you so much for the review. We cant wait to see you again sometime :)
Written 20 December 2020
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Hayley S
Christchurch, New Zealand3 contributions
Jan 2021
Had the most amazing day touring the Waipara region. The team at Cheeky were super helpful and didn't hesitate to provide us with anything we required. Everyone on our tour had a great time and I would recommend Cheeky to anyone thinking of organising a Waipara Wine Tour.
Written 17 January 2021
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Rebecca J
Christchurch, New Zealand6 contributions
Feb 2021
I used Cheeky Wine Tours for a Hens party a few weekends ago. We had almost 30 people attending and Jesse and the team and Cheeky Wine Tours made the experience so easy. Jesse was so accomodating in the organisation process even when I changed the plan constantly to accommodate all the guests.
on the day our driver Trish was great. She was the perfect blend of doing her job to keep us all safe but understanding that hens party should be fun and noisey.
The venues we went to were perfect and they even provided snacks along the way and took many photos throughout the day.
All n all I can not recommend Cheeky Wine tours highly enough!
on the day our driver Trish was great. She was the perfect blend of doing her job to keep us all safe but understanding that hens party should be fun and noisey.
The venues we went to were perfect and they even provided snacks along the way and took many photos throughout the day.
All n all I can not recommend Cheeky Wine tours highly enough!
Written 21 February 2021
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Gerard
Sydney, Australia4 contributions
Dec 2023 • Couples
Despite having a few troubles in the morning, our Driver Alan always asked if we were all comfortable on the bus and at the three wineries.
It was a different experience to wine tours my wife and I have done in Australia, the wineries were not putting on the hard sell which was really nice for a change!
Would recommend to others to try this.
It was a different experience to wine tours my wife and I have done in Australia, the wineries were not putting on the hard sell which was really nice for a change!
Would recommend to others to try this.
Written 8 January 2024
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Thank you for sharing your experience with us! We're glad to hear that Alan provided such attentive service and that you enjoyed a more relaxed atmosphere at the wineries. It's great to know that the approach to wine tasting differed from what you’ve encountered in Australia, allowing for a more enjoyable experience without the pressure of aggressive sales tactics. We appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back for another memorable tour in the future!
Written 2 January 2025
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
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