Enjoy a gentle cycle, tasting great wine and taking in stunning scenery. Travel by van through Koromiko and Tua Marina en route to the Vines Village on Rapaura Road. Known as the Golden Mile, Rapaura Road passes through some of the Marlborough region's finest grape-growing land. Many world-famous wineries — Cloudy Bay, Allan Scott, Nautilus, Wairau River — are just a stone's throw from here.
At the Village, taste three wonderful examples of Marlborough's legendary Sauvignon Blanc. Next, gear up with a bike and helmet and start a leisurely, guided ride to two more of Marlborough's boutique wineries. You'll stop along the way to learn about the vineyards and the Marlborough wine region as a whole, as well as some of the most popular varietals grown here.
At the second winery you will taste a full range of Marlborough's wine varieties including Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Gris, Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. From here you will travel along quiet country roads and cycle paths to the final winery. Here, in a private room, you will enjoy a wine tasting accompanied by an exclusive lunch based around delicious local ingredients.
Notes: Wineries visited will include three of the following:
The terrain for biking is flat and suitable for all ages and fitness levels. You will bike approximately three to four miles with a number of stops along the way. Bikes are recreational-style with comfortable seats and suspension seatposts. In case of inclement weather, a driving wine tour will be substituted.
Start Time
Mar 15
Vines Village, Rapaura Road, Marlborough, New Zealand