Waipara Wine Trail Afternoon Tour from Christchurch

Stop At: Waipara, Waipara, Canterbury Region, South Island

Waipara Wine area, we visit 3 wineries whichever are open and available from Waipara Springs, Torlesse, Pegasus Bay, Waipara Hills & Georges Road.

Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Waipara Springs Winery, State Highway 1 North, Waipara New Zealand

Travelling north from your pick up location from Christchurch, arrive at your first stop at the beautiful Waipara Springs: one of the oldest and most popular wineries of the region. Enjoy wine tastings and a delicious pattered lunch (if option is selected - you will be here longer).

Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Torlesse Wines, Loff Hagen Drive, Waipara 8270 New Zealand

Your next stop is Torlesse Wines: a winery named after early Cantabrian resident Charles Torlesse. Here you will be able to sample wines including their Gewürztraminer, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, and more.

Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Pegasus Bay Winery and Deli, 263 Stockgrove Road RD2, Amberley, Christchurch 7482 New Zealand

Your final stop will be the stunning winery of Pegasus Bay: a family owned winery who have been producing wine since the seventies. Taste some fantastic wines including sauvignon semillon, reisling, and more.

Duration: 45 minutes

Sample Menu

• Waipara Springs Platter - Chef's selection of cold cuts, seafood, pickles, local produce and cheese, served with crackers and fresh bread selection. Dietary options available.

• Wine tasting of at least 15 different wines.
• Air-conditioned vehicle
• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Live commentary on board
• Explore three of North Canterbury's boutique vineyards
• Plattered Lunch (if option selected at time of booking)
• Entry/Admission - Pegasus Bay Winery and Deli
• Entry/Admission - Waipara Springs Winery
• Entry/Admission - Torlesse Wines

• Gratuities
• Food and drinks, unless specified

• Wheelchair accessible
• Stroller accessible
• Service animals allowed
• Near public transportation
• Infants must sit on laps
• Infant seats available
• Most travelers can participate
• Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
• Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
• Minimum age is 18 years of age to consume alcohol in New Zealand
• Should any of the named wineries be unavailable on the day of travel, an alternative winery in the Waipara area will be included
• Photo ID required for tasting wine - passport recommended
• This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled 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 20 travelers
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking

1: The Observatory Hotel Christchurch, 9 Hereford Street, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch 8013, New Zealand
2: 51 Cathedral Square, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch 8011, New Zealand
Traveler pickup is offered
We pickup from most Hotel's, Motels & Backpackers in Christchurch, If you are staying elsewhere we will suggest a suitable pickup place.

Returns to original departure point

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

5 hours 30 minutes