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Marlborough Food and Wine Festival

Now in its fourth decade, this iconic festival is famous for its extraordinary selection of Marlborough wines, delicious local cuisine and a brilliant atmosphere set in the stunning landscape of Blenheim. And as an added bonus, your tour includes a private dinner at Wither Hills winery and a three-hour private cruise on the breathtaking Marlborough Sounds, complete with seafood tasting and a glass of wine — the perfect way to round out a wonderful weekend. This tour is perfect for couples or groups of friends who appreciate the ease of having every detail taken care of — all that's left to do is show up and have fun.

Your travel itinerary

Friday 12 February

Auckland - Blenheim

Dinner

Mid-morning departure from Auckland to Blenheim on Air New Zealand. On arrival check into the hotel with free time this afternoon to explore. Tonight, enjoy a delicious private three course dinner and wine tasting at Wither Hills winery.

Saturday 13 February

Marlborough Food & Wine Festival

Breakfast

After breakfast, travel by private coach to the Marlborough Food & Wine Festival. Enjoy a full day sampling food and sipping wine at the iconic festival. Return by coach to the hotel with the evening free to relax.

Sunday 14 February

Marlborough Sounds Cruise

Breakfast

The morning is yours to enjoy before heading to the water this afternoon for a private cruise on the breathtaking Marlborough Sounds. Sip a glass of wine and savour fresh local seafood as you glide through one of New Zealand’s most stunning waterways. Return to the hotel in the late afternoon, with the evening free to explore.

Monday 15 February

Blenheim – Auckland

Breakfast

Transfer to the airport after breakfast for your morning return flight to Auckland.

Inclusions

Return Air New Zealand flights Auckland / Blenheim
Three nights’ accommodation in Blenheim
Daily breakfast
Three-course dinner at Wither Hills Winery
One full-day Marlborough Food & Wine Festival GA ticket
Three-hour private Marlborough Sounds cruise including a glass of wine and seafood tasting
Private coach transfer throughout
Pukekohe Travel Escort subject to 20 pasengers traveling

Cost

Cost Per Person * Auckland - Auckland	Twin Share	Single
	$2,181	$2,442

*This is a cash price. Credit cards will incur a 1.5% fee
*Itinerary and costs subject to change, airline and fuel charges and currency fluctuations prior to final payment

Exclusions

Items of a personal nature
Items and meals not specified
Travel insurance

Booking Conditions

A non-refundable deposit of $300 per person will secure a place on this tour
Final payment by 04 December 2026
Final payment – non-refundable

Cancellations

Deposit – non-refundable
After 04 December 2026 – no refund

Travel Insurance

We strongly recommend all clients purchase travel insurance to protect against cancellations, lost items, and delays that could lead to unexpected costs. Please ask us for a quote.

Health and Mobility

A good standard of fitness and health is required for this tour. Clients must be independently mobile with the ability to walk on uneven ground and unaided for 30 minutes. Please note that mobility frames and wheelchairs are not practical or permitted on our tours. It is expected you will arrive on tour fit, healthy and ready to travel.

Terms and Conditions

For full terms and conditions please visit our website Terms and Conditions or please ask our tour consultant for a copy.

Note: Pukekohe Travel reserves the right to correct errors and omissions on our website without recourse.
* Itinerary subject to change

Prices From

$2,181NZD

per person twin share

Travel Dates

Depart: Fri 12 Feb 2027
Return: Mon 15 Feb 2027
Duration: 3 nights