Martinborough Foodie - Half-Day Small Group Tour

General information

Destination
Wellington, New Zealand

Program details

Half day foodie experience in the wonderful Wairarapa. Enjoy a 5 hour return guided tour over the spectacular Remutaka Ranges to the Wairarapa region, home of world class culinary producers.

The Wairarapa is an hour's drive north east of Wellington over the spectacular Remutaka Ranges. The drive includes a sightseeing stop at the 555m high Summit for amazing views.The first foodie stop on the other side of the mountain range is at C'est Cheese artisan deli where the tour will include a tasting platter of locally made cheeses. Next we continue up State Highway 2 to Greytown for a tasting of some of chocolatier Murray Langham's amazing chocolate range at Schoc Chocolates. Our third stop is in the world class wine region of Martinborough famous for its pinot noir. Enjoy a tasting flight at one of the finest local wineries.

The final stop is at the Martinborough Memorial Square in the centre of town and allows for guests to tailor the tour for their own tastes. Guests may choose one final tasting stop from Olivo extra virgin and infused olive oils, Martinborough craft brewery paddles, a local vineyard or cafe lunch (vegetarian options available), The Martinborough Sweet Shop or the Wine Bank. This final stop is seasonal, subject to availability and at the guests expense. The tour then returns via the Remutaka Incline back to Wellington city centre.