The 4 Wine Tours in Christchurch That Earn Their Price

1.Waipara Wine Tour from Christchurch – including Lunch & Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 462 reviews · from $117Our pick

Leave central Christchurch for a half-day Waipara wine tour with a guide such as Stephanie, Jude, Craig, or Andrew. Visit three available wineries, taste at least 15 wines, enjoy a platter lunch at the first stop, and return to Cathedral Square in about five and a half hours.

“The 3 wineries visited were quite different from each other but located close together so travel was much reduced, allowing much more time to taste at each winery. The offerings were good to excellent, with no “dogs.” The hosts and oRead more”

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2.Waipara Wine Experience for 2 or more, inc tastings and lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 147 reviews · from $123Top rated

Join Giles Tours for a five-and-a-half-hour, adults-only trip from Christchurch to Waipara Valley. With no more than six people, you will visit Pegasus Bay, Torlesse Wines, and Georges Road Wines for tastings, a garden tour, vineyard views, and a winery platter lunch. Pickup is offered, and transport is included.

“Giles was great. He's very knowledgeable about wine and took us to some lovely wineries. We had a great day with him.”

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3.Sheep Farm Day Trip from Christchurch + Lunch and Winery visit.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 51 reviews · from $183

Travel from Christchurch with a local guide such as Simon, visit Glenafric Working Sheep Farm near Amberley, watch sheep shearing, meet trained farm dogs, and enjoy a grazing platter with ocean views. Finish with wine tasting at Georges Road Wines, plus short stops at Christchurch Botanic Gardens and Amberley.

“This experience is a must do, it is a perfect day trip from Christchurch and should be a top priority for anyone in the area! Simon was a wonderful guide and had loads of information to share about New Zealand, the area, the farm, and the winery.”

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4.From Methven: Hot Air Balloon Flight in Canterbury with Wine

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 48 reviews · 4 hours · from $227

Meet Graeme or Michaela at Methven’s Main Street bus stop, then ride to a paddock near Mt Hutt for about an hour in the air. You’ll help watch the balloon inflate and pack away, enjoy broad views of the Southern Alps and Canterbury Plains, and finish with sparkling wine or juice and snacks.

“The highlight of our trip to Canterberry. The guide was informative, helpful and extremely kind during the full process. We felt safe and comfortable in the balloon during flight. Highly recommend this experience for thrill seekers.”

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