TOUR SUMMARY

Your Local Chauffeur will take
you on an exciting wine and gourmet experience on this private, full-day tour
from Blenheim. You will enjoy stunning scenic views of the Marlborough wine
region and taste the sensational wines and seriously delicious gourmet treats
and cuisine. Your interests are the priority for the day and can also
include the Heritage air museum, award winning gardens, local producers of
crafts and talented artisans. Your tour is custom made especially for
you. 

Your Local Chauffeur is a professional local to ensure you receive the very
best Marlborough has to offer. Your tour will be in a comfortable 1-5 seat vehicle
with wide window viewing advantages.

TOUR DETAILS

Departing Blenheim at 10:00 am you are taken on a Tour of Discovery through Marlborough
highlighting the sensational wines, stunning landscapes and seascapes not to
mention the seriously delicious gourmet treats and cuisine. For the heritage lover
a must stop is the Heritage Air Museum to see Peter Jackson's amazing classic
aircraft displays, and for the artisan lover, meet one of the local artists and visit
a renowned gallery.

Additional highlights can include award winning gardens, a local brewery, private
home gourmet kitchens or scenic drives around the Bays of the serene 
Marlborough Sounds.  
Even a thrilling jet boat ride could take your fancy.

Relax in a comfortable people mover with wide window advantages for viewing the
spectacular scenic sights as you travel through the Wairau Valley wine region or through
to Picton for breath-taking views of the sparkling waterways of the Marlborough Sounds.  

As Marlborough is the heart of the New Zealand wine region, wine tasting is
usually on top of the list. The many wineries and cellar door hosts offer a truly personal
experience to showcase their award winning wines all year round.

Treats of gourmet oils, liqueurs, chutney's,fudges and ice-cream/gelatos can be
slipped in between your wine tasting. The local cheeses are also on tasting too,
along with the Manuka honey, peanut butters with a difference, black garlic,
smoked mushrooms and lots more for you to savour.  

Our local produce season from November through to February is available at roadside
stalls offering asparagus, juicy cherries, strawberries, raspberries, apricots,
nectarines and more.

Lunch venues can include a beautiful winery garden restaurant or even a chateau on the hill
for the most amazing views of the Valley.
Wine tasting is available or you could enjoy a glass or bottle of wine matched with your choice
on the local menu. Cheese platters are also offered at some of our cellar doors with
your wine tasting.

A major highlight of all tours is the Makana Chocolate Boutique visit where you will be
tempted to say the least.

If attending a Marlborough event or on business and prefer the privacy of your
own chauffeured tour, Your Local Chauffeur will create a custom itinerary to suit your
requirements. 

Private appointments can be arranged for your specific industry.  
Some activities do require an entry fee and can be paid on the day direct to the 
provider or host.
All wine tasting fees are included and lunch is at your own cost.

At the conclusion of your tour at approximately 4:30 pm you will be returned to
your accommodation.

Your Local Chauffeur will be in touch with you prior to your tour date to confirm 
advance booking requirements for any additional activities.

Tours depart from Blenheim at 10:00 am or with flexible tour times to suit
your own schedule. 

Treat yourself to this tour of discovery and experience the very essence of Marlborough.