Private Waipara Valley Wine Tasting Tour with optional Gourmet Lunch
Overview
A 40-minute scenic drive from Christchurch in your private and exclusive chauffeur-driven vehicle will take you to Waipara Valley in North Canterbury, the coolest little wine region in the country! With 74 vineyards, 31 wineries, 10 cellar doors and 4 winery restaurants, Waipara Valley region is a masterclass in cool climate wine making. Waipara Valley is best known for elegantly spicy and rich Pinot Noirs and Rieslings. The region also offers other aromatic varieties such as Pinot Gris and Gewürztraminer, and has its own unique take on Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay. Indulge yourself in a half day of wine tasting with a quality selection of wines and enjoy a scrumptious gourmet lunch made from fresh local produce at one of the winery.
What's Included
- Complimentary light refreshments provided.
- Private tour
- 2 Course Lunch at one of the winery (if option selected)
- Complimentary Hotspot WIFI provided.
- Wine Tasting at 4 wineries.
- Hotel Pick up and Drop Off.
- Transport by air-conditioned late model Mercedes Benz vans.
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Meeting Location
17/268 Worcester Street
Christchurch Central City, Christchurch 8011, New Zealand
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
• Pick-up from your hotel/ apartment or preferred location in Central Christchurch.
• Travel in style and comfort of your very own private chauffeur driven vehicle.
• Take the scenic drive through wonderful wine district of Waipara.
• Visit 4 boutique wineries of North Canterbury during your wine tasting tour.
• Ultimate experience of Wine-Tasting at 4 wineries renowned for producing unique richer, spicier Pinot Noirs and Rieslings. You may also choose from a wide selection including Pinot Gris, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc.
• Enjoy a 2 course gourmet lunch at one of the winery.
• Opportunity to explore and learn about the wine region.
• Return back to Christchurch and drop-off to your preferred location.
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZDT).
- Complimentary light refreshments provided.
- Private tour.
- 2 Course Lunch at one of the winery (if option selected).
- Complimentary Hotspot WIFI provided.
- Wine Tasting at 4 wineries.
- Hotel Pick up and Drop Off.
- Transport by air-conditioned late model Mercedes Benz vans.
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase).
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Private Waipara Valley Wine Tasting Tour with optional Gourmet Lunch is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Waipara Valley Wine Tasting Tour with optional Gourmet Lunch will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Complimentary light refreshments provided.
- Private tour
- 2 Course Lunch at one of the winery (if option selected)
- Complimentary Hotspot WIFI provided.
- Wine Tasting at 4 wineries.
- Hotel Pick up and Drop Off.
- Transport by air-conditioned late model Mercedes Benz vans.
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
