Top 10 Wine Tours in Christchurch

Destination: Christchurch.
Discover Christchurch & Wine Country Explore Christchurch's vibrant city centre and renowned wine region on this intimate small-group tour. Admire the city's innovative architecture, street art, and charming streets. Then, journey to North Canterbury's picturesque wine country. Visit boutique wineries, meet passionate winemakers, and savour diverse wines, from aromatic whites to elegant Pinot Noirs. Enjoy a gourmet lunch at a local winery, featuring fresh, seasonal cuisine paired with exquisite wines. Your expert guide will share insights into Christchurch's history, culture, and winemaking heritage. With a maximum of eight guests, this tour offers a personalized experience. Includes: • Luxury transportation in a comfortable vehicle • Expert guide with in-depth knowledge of Christchurch and its wines • Visits to two or three boutique wineries • Wine tastings at each winery • Gourmet lunch at a winery with wine pairings • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Christchurch
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Destination: Christchurch.
Enjoy a helicopter flight to one of our region’s world-renowned wineries to enjoy beautiful food and award-winning wines in the magnificent locations of North Canterbury With 2 wineries to choose from BLACK ESTATE is a flavorsome experience from start to finish. Consisting of 3 North Canterbury organic wineries and restaurant, that prides itself in delivering delicious organic and spray free cuisine. GREYSTONE WINERY is a 100% certified organic with BioGro. True fine wines are temporal, each vintage a fleeting snapshot of a place in time. Includes four courses with five paired wine tasting Your helicopter experience will take in wonderful views of the Christchurch and Canterbury.
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Duration: Around 3 hours.

Destination: Christchurch.
Explore the enchanting Waipara Valley, renowned for its boutique wineries and breathtaking landscapes. This 5-6 hour winery tour invites you to taste award-winning wines, learn the intricacies of winemaking from local experts, and savor gourmet food pairings. With hotel pickup and drop-off included, relax in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle as you visit top wineries like Pegasus Bay and Waipara Hills. Ideal for wine enthusiasts and food lovers alike, this tour provides a delightful insight into New Zealand's premier wine country.
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Destination: Christchurch.
Discover Hanmer Springs on a private day tour from Christchurch including a visit to the Thermal Pools and wine tasting. Upgrade to include a thrilling jet boat ride or a relaxing 90-minute hot stone massage. TOUR HIGHLIGHTS • Discover the picturesque village of Hanmer Springs nestled in the Southern Alps • Savor Pinot Noir and Riesling with wine tastings at three Waipara wineries • Soak in the renowned thermal waters of Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools & Spa • Thrill yourself with 360-degree spins on an optional and exciting jet boat ride • Pamper yourself with an optional traditional hot stone ritual massage
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Duration: Around 10 hours.

Destination: Christchurch.
Explore the exquisite wines of North Canterbury on this small-group tour from Lyttelton, guided by a team with deep roots in the region’s wine story. Begin your journey with a warm welcome at the port and enjoy a scenic drive through Christchurch, accompanied by engaging commentary about the area’s culture, history, and vineyards. Your experience is designed by Bruce Thomas, founder of Greystone Wines, one of North Canterbury’s most celebrated vineyards. With Bruce’s insider perspective, you’ll gain a genuine understanding of what makes the Waipara Valley so distinctive — from its limestone soils to its cool-climate elegance. Savour a relaxed morning tea made with local ingredients, followed by two boutique winery visits, including a seasonal lunch at a local winery (not included in price). Finish your day at another family-run cellar door, where you’ll taste exceptional small-lot wines that showcase the diversity of this remarkable region.
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Duration: Around 8 hours.

Destination: Christchurch.
Waipara Springs is a unique and iconic family owned and operated award winning boutique winery and cafe. With 29 years' experience in hospitality, we have a wonderful story to share as one of the original wineries and cafes, within the iconic Waipara Valley. Awarded an Excellence rating, Open Tuesday to Sunday, we provide all our guests a relaxing, picturesque and friendly experience.
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Destination: Christchurch.
New Zealand, and North Canterbury in particular, produces some of the most sought after wine in the world. So take a helicopter flight and drop in at a winery of your choice, at an additional cost you can enjoy a delicious lunch and sample a selection of fine wines before returning back to base. Our pilots will personalise this experience for you by sharing their local knowledge and insights of our big backyard as you fly over remarkable sights and landmarks, including; Horse Power, Brew moon, Glenmark Rugby Club and Secluded Sandy Beaches. We have plenty to share with you and can’t wait for you to experience it.
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Destination: Christchurch.
Totally Personalized Private Experience! Waipara Springs, founding winery and restaurant of the Waipara Region, was established in 1989 and remains an entirely owned and operated Family Estate located in the heart of the Waipara Valley, approximately 60 kilometers north of Christchurch, New Zealand. It stands as one of the founding wineries in the region and is now managed by the third generation of the family. We respect the importance of our customers and ensure that the service we provide is in keeping with their expectations. Waipara Springs is available and the perfect venue for all occasions including casual dining, group lunch bookings, corporate functions, weddings and wine tastings. We invite you to consider Kiwi Adventures Tour & Travel as an integral part of your next adventure.
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Destination: Christchurch.
This is the best wine tour in Christchurch/Canterbury. You will visit some of the best wineries in North Canterbury on the all-inclusive Waipara Wine Experience wine tour with Giles Tours. This tour includes tutored tastings at 3 boutique wineries and a delicious winery platter lunch. Departing Christchurch at 10.30am, you’ll taste a quality selection of wines in the up-and-coming Waipara wine region, including stops at Pegasus Bay, Torlesse Winery and Terrace Edge/Georges Road wineries. Learn from your knowledgeable guide about Waipara’s unique micro-climate as you taste a range of world class red and white wines. This is a shared tour but we only need a minimum of 2 people to run the tour with a maximum of 6 per tour. For private tours or a personal guided tour visit the operators website.
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Duration: Around 5 hours and a half.

Destination: Christchurch.
Enjoy exploring three North Canterbury’s boutique vineyards, with wine tastings of both red and white wines and lunch. Wineries that we visit are Waipara Springs Winery, Georges Road, Torlesse, Terrace Edge & Pegasus Bay all subject to who is available on the day.
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Duration: Around 5 hours.