Martinborough Full Day Wine Tour
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Martinborough Full Day Wine Tour
By Talk of the Town Tours
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Ages 18-100, max of 11 per group
Duration: 7–8 hours
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Live guide: English
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- Wine tasting fees
- Bottled water
- Coffee and/or Tea
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- Lunch
- Entry/Admission - Poppies Martinborough
- Entry/Admission - Colombo Martinborough
- Entry/Admission - Palliser Estate
- Entry/Admission - Te Kairanga Wines
- Entry/Admission - Margrain Vineyard
- Entry/Admission - Greytown
- Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.Pickup details
- Cruise ships - We will pick you up from the port departure area. Do not get on buses leaving the port to the inner city. Departure time will vary depending on Cruise ship arrival times. Hotels / Motels. We can pick you up from your hotel or motel or from a prearranged site in the city. We also depart from the i-Site departure point in Wakefield Street (opposite the Michael Fowler Centre)
Hotel pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.Port pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included ports.- Wellington
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Infants must sit on laps
- Infant seats available
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Pushchair accessible
- Not wheelchair accessible
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 194981P5- 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 11 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: 194981P5
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- robonviettour0 contributionsBest value for money in NZVisiting from Australia for 2 weeks. Contacted Brian on the 26-05-21to book a half day tour of Wellington and upper and lower Hutt area. Quick reply on line and gave a full explanation of the next days tour. Unfortunately for Brian he only had 2 bookings but luckily for us he went ahead with a smaller vehicle. He was a real local and made us feel welcome straight away. If you are visiting Wellington do not miss this tour. Leaves the Hop on Hop off for dead. Very reasonable price and great local knowledge. Thanks again Brian. Rob and Lisa NewtonWritten 27 May 2021
- C8074QDrichardp0 contributionsOne for the memory booksTalk of the Town tours is family owned and run. Brian is the owner and is the greatest tour guide around. I was reading some previous reviews and they were spot on with ours. 4 of us, so Brian gave us a full day tour and we did get a photo stop by the Penguin Crossing Road signs. In fact, he stopped any where we asked, even ran into a grocery store for a second. Stopped near the beach for an outside patio lunch, Brian ate with us. This was the most memorable tour we took on New Zealand and the only one I am reviewing, because of Brian's above and beyond the call of duty. This tour company is a must!Written 7 July 2020
- stassap0 contributionsMore than what you pay for!Brian met us at the cruise ship and there was only one other couple. So he drove us around for the entire day, not a half day! He showed us so much and let us stop for pictures. His timing at our stops was perfect, and he was pleasant and knowledgeable. Great day, great guide, great tour.Written 2 May 2020
- Randma60 contributionsAn amazing outingMy husband and I had a fabulous day touring around Wellington with Brian. We were so grateful that he did the tour since there were only 4 of us. It actually made everything more personal. We even did an impromptu lunch on the beach and a stop by the WETA studios gift shop. The only thing we didn't get... and teased Brian about.... was a photo of the Penguin Crossing road signs by the beaches. We'll be looking for that photo in his Trip Advisor listing now. :) I HIGHLY recommend this tour.Written 1 March 2020
- MikiAMartin0 contributionsGreat TripWe enjoyed our day with Brian so much. He was very knowledgeable of Wellington as well as the valley area. Made a nice lunch stop and then a stop at the beautiful Botanical Gardens. Was such a nice day. Woody and Miki MartinWritten 18 February 2020
- 27margareto0 contributionsGreat Site Seeing TourWe thoroughly enjoyed the time we spent with Brian looking at the different sites throughout Wellington. Brian was prompt in picking us up at the ship port, and very accommodating as far as stopping when we wanted to take pictures, etc. We went to many areas of Wellington during the 6-hour tour, which included several bays and lookout points. The tour was capped off by taking a trip on the Wellington Cable Car and a brief visit to the Wellington Botantical Gardens. As a travel advisor myself, I would highly recommend Brian and Talk of the Town Tours. Thank you, Brian!Written 17 February 2020
- GavinB10710 contributionsOne Word - BilliantWow, what a day. A great way to see the diversity of Wellington and the Hutt Valley. Brian was a true gentleman, with great respect and knowledge of the local area making for a jam packed and truly entertaining experience. One word "Brilliant"Written 9 February 2020
- timkR2631FR0 contributionsAn outstanding tour of Wellington and the wine regionThe tour was outstanding. Our guide, Brian, was extremely knowledgable and gave a great tour of Wellington and then selected three fantastic wineries for tasting the local products. I highly recommend this tour.Written 28 January 2020
- BazNell920 contributionsGreat Tour of WellingtonBrian was a very informative, friendly and relaxed host taking us to both well known areas of Wellington, and some of the lesser known. Being able to view both Wellington and Lower Hutt gave us a great appreciation of the area. Would highly recommend Brian when visiting this region.Written 11 December 2019
- createmnz0 contributionsGetting to know my own home townThank you thank you thank you! I was a little dubious about going on a tour of my own hometown having lived here for almost 30 years. However I'm so glad I decided to take a break for the day and let 'Talk of the Town Tours' do all the hard work. Brian was a safe and steady driver, very knowledgeable about the local area and took us down roads never traveled before! I learnt lots of interesting facts, nothing was ever an issue and the day was flexible throughout. The wine tastings were topped off with an AMAZING platter lunch experience which was generously portioned and suited dietary requirements. Thank you Brian and team, I will be recommending visitors and locals alike!Written 2 December 2019
- propco0 contributionsTalk of the Town wine tourI thoroughly enjoyed this tour. It had a range of experiences as well as the wine tour which made the day very enjoyable and informative. We stopped at the Kaitoke forest and saw where they had filmed Lord of the Rings which was in a very beautiful bush setting. The wineries were great and I enjoyed tasting the different varieties and experiencing a lovely platter lunch. I highly recommend this tour.Written 1 December 2019
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Waughs1
6 contributions
Jul 2021 • Couples
We've just had a fantastic day with Brian, our tour guide. He was very approachable and easy to talk with. Excellent knowledge of the area and went the extra mile to show off the Wellington region. He listened to our interests and changed plans to match our wants. We highly recommend this tour if you are looking for a more personal experience, rather than a large commercial operation. Brian is your guy...top notch fella.
Written 13 July 2021
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Thanks so much for the great review. I'm so pleased you enjoyed this tour. I also really enjoyed showing you the sights and taking you to the vineyards.
Written 11 August 2021
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Ama A
Scotland, UK18 contributions
Jan 2020 • Solo
I had a lovely day with Brian. Although I was the only one on the tour, Brian put me at ease. He was really informative. I tasted some lovely wines. The lunch platter at Poppies was very tasty. Brian is a great driver and shared his knowledge with an easy accessible manner. He also made a few stops at sites of interest including some that LOTR fans would like.The tour was very good value and there was no single supplement charge! Only downside was out with anyone's control. No wineries were shipping to UK till brexit gets sorted. Cannot recommend this tour highly enough. At more than 7 hours this was a great way to spend a day outside Wellington.
Written 26 January 2020
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Hi Ama
Im so pleased that you enjoyed the tour and seeing the sights on the way to the vineyards. A pleasure taking you and a really enjoyable day at Martinborough. Many thanks for the review.
Written 27 January 2020
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Kelly Smythe
Auckland Central, New Zealand10 contributions
It was just my husband and I that travelled with Brian. The tour was awesome as it included lunch, visiting a beautiful regional park on the way to the vineyards and a great mix of wineries. We had lunch at Colombo, the pizzas and cheeseboard was absolutely delicious. Brian’s knowledge and friendliness made it a great day and we would definitely recommend this tour to anyone.
Thanks Brian for a great day.
Thanks Brian for a great day.
Written 16 January 2021
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Thanks for the great review. So pleased you both enjoyed yourselves seeing the sights and visiting the vineyards. A pleasure meeting you and taking you on this tour.
Written 17 January 2021
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Jennifer W
1 contribution
Jan 2020 • Friends
Had the most wonderful day with Brian. We were picked up promptly from our hotel and shown round the city before being driven out, via several places of interest and beauty, to the vineyards. We sampled a variety of wines and shared a delicious lunch(accompanied by a delightful bottle of wine) before continuing on to 2 more wineries.
The rest of the day was filled with more fascinating stops before being dropped back at our hotel.
This is a tour not to be missed. Brian proved to be an exemplary driver, tour guide and companion.
Thanks for a terrific day Brian. You've given us some wonderful memories. Very best wishes. Jen, Phill, Hannah and Baz. January 2020.
The rest of the day was filled with more fascinating stops before being dropped back at our hotel.
This is a tour not to be missed. Brian proved to be an exemplary driver, tour guide and companion.
Thanks for a terrific day Brian. You've given us some wonderful memories. Very best wishes. Jen, Phill, Hannah and Baz. January 2020.
Written 25 January 2020
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Thanks for the great review. What often makes a great day is the people we take on these tours. I also had a most enjoyable day and I thoroughly enjoyed your company. All the best for the rest of your tour of New Zealand.
Once again thanks
Brian
Written 26 January 2020
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mcmillanm
Auckland, New Zealand20 contributions
OMG - Brian’s tour was the best wine tour I’ve ever been on. He was friendly, informative and couldn’t do enough to make us feel welcome and special. Our lunch at Colombo was delicious, easily the best pizza I’ve eaten this year!
Thanks Brian, we will be including a tour with you for our next Wellington adventure!
Thanks Brian, we will be including a tour with you for our next Wellington adventure!
Written 26 September 2020
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A pleasure taking you on the wine tour. So pleased you enjoyed the day over at the vineyards and I look forward to seeing you all again.
Brian
Written 10 October 2020
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MamaTim
Cypress, TX22 contributions
Jan 2024 • Family
Brian is a life long resident of the area and was a rich source of information. We stopped at a state park where the village of Rivendell in Lord of the Rings was filmed. The set was mostly gone but there were photos from the movie available. We visited 3 wineries for tastings with stops at magnificent viewpoints along the way. Lots of fun with a small group.
Written 19 February 2024
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Thanks for a great review and a pleasure taking you on this tour. So pleased to see that you all had a such a good time.
Written 23 February 2024
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Tom C
1 contribution
Feb 2020
My wife, Linda, and I had the great pleasure of joining Brian on his all-day wine tour this week. A Wellingtonian, Brian showed us many other highlights to and from the wineries. This included magnificent vistas, a walk across a swinging bridge, feeding eels and many locations used in the filming of the Lord of the Rings movies. A fantastic lunch platter at an exquisite winery and tasting at 2 more wineries were most enjoyable. On our return trip, Brian also included visits to small towns and beautiful seashore bays. What a wonderful day! On a scale of 1 to 10, we rate Brian and his tour a 15. Forget the big bus tours, people. Take this private van and enjoy the small group experience with an excellent, friendly and informative guide! It is our distinct pleasure to highly recommend this tour.
Written 20 February 2020
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A great day day at the vineyards and showing you the sights. A real pleasure meeting you both and I really enjoyed your company on this tour. I'm so pleased you had a good time .
Written 21 February 2020
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kpmcn
Ottawa, Canada16 contributions
Feb 2020
Brian met us at our hotel and as we were a smaller party (three), he used his smaller truck which added to the ambiance and atmosphere of the tour. Brian proved very knowledgable and took us on a number of side trips (ie: Rivendell) and stops (Paua World) based on our interests. Lunch was excellent as well. When asked, Brian was up front and explained how he selected the specific wineries for his tour. Well, he nailed it! Excellent selections....we really enjoyed the visits and were happy to make our purchases and bring them back. Brian seemed truly interested in our feedback on the wines and frequently asked our opinion. All in all - one of the best tours of this type we've ever experienced. I would very highly recommend it to anyone and if we are back in that part of the world...wouldn't hesitate to repeat this activity - or any other one where Brian was hosting. Treat yourself and sign up for this tour if you get a chance!
Written 19 February 2020
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Hi Kevin
Im so pleased that you all had such a great day visiting the vineyards and also seeing the sights on the way. A great day out with you all and it would be a pleasure to take you on another tour.
Thanks Brian
Written 20 February 2020
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Kate
Auckland Central, New Zealand89 contributions
7 girls had a fab day out with Brian who was very informative, kind, accommodating & a great host.
We loved our day out. The 3 vineyards were fab. The pizza & cheese platters were yummy at Columbos washed down with very generous tasters of delcious wine. Enjoyed a bit of retail therapy in cute little Greytown & coffee at beautiful White Swan. Did a few stops in the way.
Loved the wines & gin and we went home with a fair bit of plonk and helped the country's post covid recovery!
Highly recommend!
We loved our day out. The 3 vineyards were fab. The pizza & cheese platters were yummy at Columbos washed down with very generous tasters of delcious wine. Enjoyed a bit of retail therapy in cute little Greytown & coffee at beautiful White Swan. Did a few stops in the way.
Loved the wines & gin and we went home with a fair bit of plonk and helped the country's post covid recovery!
Highly recommend!
Written 27 September 2020
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Great to see you all really enjoyed yourselves and it was a pleasure taking you on this tour. Thanks for the great review.
Written 29 September 2020
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Zillah, WA2 contributions
Feb 2020 • Solo
A lovely full day. Brian Lines' Talk of the Town small (about 1-9 persons) is fabulous. He's a Wellington native so able to customize the tour to individual interests. The 3 wineries where we tasted were delightful with a varied and delicious lunch platter at Poppies! Took peppered Havarti cheese and a lovely Pinot Gris back to the ship to share! Highly recommended. 😁👍
Written 27 February 2020
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Such a fun day with great company. So pleased you enjoyed this tour and I really had a good time showing you the sights and taking you to the vineyards. Thanks for the great review.
Written 27 February 2020
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Hi, what's your typical timing for a Friday, Saturday, or Sunday tour please, eg pickup from 10 am?
Written 3 July 2024
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