Waipara Valley Wine Half-Day Tour

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Duration: 3h 30m
Location: Waipara Valley, Waipara, New Zealand | Waipara, New Zealand


Category: Food & Drink

Highlights:
Relaxing & refreshing half-day break from Christchurch
Tasting at 4 boutique vineyards in the Waipara Valley
Introduction to the region's best wines
Fine regional white & red varietals
Views of Waipara area's remarkable landscape

Inclusions:
Guided tour of Waipara region
Wine tasting
Roundtrip transportation to and from your Christchurch hotel
Commentary in English

Description:

Savor the nuanced flavors of Waipara Valley during a winery tour of this world-renowned region. Sample rich reds and refreshing whites, painting your palette with the flavors of Waipara's viticulture at 4 of the best boutique vineyards in North Canterbury.

After your hotel pickup, embark on a 45-minute journey through the New Zealand countryside to the remarkable Waipara Valley. Known for its warm, dry climate and rich, alluvial soils, this region is ideal for superior wine production.

More than 40 vineyards and wineries pepper the landscape of this valley, with Pinot noir, Riesling, chardonnay, and Sauvignon blanc dominating local planting. Taste fine varietals that are carefully crafted at 4 of the best wineries of the valley: Pegasus Bay, Waipara Springs, Torlesse Winery, and Mud House.