Waipara Valley Guided Wine Tasting Tour and Lunch - Half Day
Highlights & inclusions
1. Select date
August 2026
2. Select participants
What you can expect
Indulge in a half-day wine tasting tour around the Waipara Valley. Travel through rolling farmland before arriving in one of New Zealand’s premier wine regions, celebrated for its warm climate and delicious wines. Enjoy expertly guided visits to a curated selection of North Canterbury’s finest wineries, such as Waipara Springs, Torlesse, Pegasus Bay, or Georges Road, each offering its own unique atmosphere, warm hospitality, and exceptional wines.
Throughout the day, sample a variety of premium wines, including at least 15 selections such as Pinot Noir, Riesling, Chardonnay, and Sauvignon Blanc, while learning about the region’s terroir and winemaking techniques from knowledgeable hosts. Complement your experience with a delicious regional platter lunch, showcasing fresh New Zealand flavours in a tranquil vineyard setting. With time to stroll through the vines, soak in the peaceful surroundings, and savour each moment at a leisurely pace, this tour offers the perfect blend of discovery, flavour, and relaxation.
Location
What you need to know
- A half-day wine tasting tour around the vineyards of Christchurch
- A sample tasting of 15 different wines
- A lunch platter of regional New Zealand foods
- Expert guide knowledge and commentary
- Bottles of wine.
- Available on select dates
- The only available departure time is 11.30am
- This experience is a half-day, approximately five hours and 30 minutes in duration.
- This experience departs from The Tram Stop #2, at 111 Cathedral Square, Christchurch 8011.
- Participants may purchase bottles of wine at additional cost at the vineyard.
- Bookings are essential
- In the event of rain or inclement weather your experience will still go ahead unless contacted by the experience provider
- Minimum of four maximum of 30 participants
- Participants must be 18 years and over to participate in the wine tasting as alcohol is involved; photo ID may be required
- The tour is delivered in English, but if a translator is needed, please contact the experience provider directly in advance
- Please advise of any dietary requirements at the time of booking
- Change your booking up to 7 days before the start time of your experience
- Changes are not permitted within 7 days of your experience
- Late arrivals or no shows may result in you forfeiting your experience
- Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
- Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
- Mobile Vouchers are accepted! - Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
- Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
- For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
- We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements
