A self guided tour providing complete freedom of movement! Our biggest advantage is that we never rush you. Take your time and enjoy your stops, just follow our simple bus timetable - chose where you'd like to hop off! 

Half day tour

Start Time Blenheim: 12:10pm

All children 12 and under require a child's ticket. Please note that we cannot accommodate any prams, wheelchairs or luggages on board the bus.

PLEASE BE AWARE! During the afternoon tour, stops 1 - 7 are not included due to logistical reasons. You have the option to be dropped off directly tat either Saint Clair or Hunter's to begin your experience

STOPS

1. Astrolabe Small Town Winery (+64 3 577 6794)

Open: Sun-Tues 12pm-7pm, Wed-Sat 12pm-9pm. If you wish to visit before 12am, please book beforehand.

Astrolabe Small Town Winery is an urban winery where Astrolabe makes their boutique wines.

2. Seymour Square Town Stop

Only two minutes walk from Blenheim's town centre, the premier park, Seymour Square, is a picturesque park of carefully tended floral gardens, a 16.5 m high historic stone clock tower and a memorial fountain, which offers a spectacular multi-coloured display at night. 

3. Blue Penguin (at Seymour Square Town Stop) (sales@bluepenguingifts.co.nz)

Unique collection from Marlborough and New Zealand features a superb range of gifts and NZ souvenirs including possum merino clothing, skincare products, and greenstone/jade. 

4a. Marlborough Museum (+64 3 578 1712)

Open 7 days: 10am - 3pm Entry by Donation ( Suggested $10 )

Located in Brayshaw Heritage Park, the Marlborough Museum is known for its wine exhibition and Wairau Boulder Bank including the famous Jim Eyles Collection. 

4b.  Brayshaw Heritage Park (brayshawheritagepark@gmail.com) 

Opening times vary for each exhibit.

Established in 1968, Brayshaw is home to a number of organisations including the Marlborough Historical Society, Marlborough Vintage Farm Machinery.

5. Omaka Classic Cars (info@omakaclassiccars.co.nz)

Open Friday - Sunday: 11am - 3:30pm.

Omaka Classic Cars hosts a unique collection of New Zealand vehicles that were popular during the 1950-1980 period, along with some special additions. See over 100 vintage vehicles. 

6. Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre (+64 3 579 1305)

Open 7 days: 9am - 4pm.

Two fascinating collections of rare aircraft brought to life in powerful displays featuring memorabilia and lifelike mannequins created by internationally famous Weta Workshop at the Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre. Includes a cafe. 

7. Wither Hills (03 520 8284) or  (info@witherhills.co.nz)

Open 7 days a week - opening times vary based on appointments. Bookings required.
They take their name from the landmark Wither Hills range that borders the vineyards and produce under the philosophy that the finest wines are always created from exceptional vineyards. 
Tastings: $10 - $14

8. Saint Clair Family Estate (+64 3 570 5280) or (cellardoor@saintclair.co.nz) 

Open Wednesday – Sunday: 11am – 4pm.  Bookings required
Full Kitchen Menu Available: 11:30am – 2:45pm, Light Options Available: 2:45pm onwards.

Enjoy a locally sourced lunch in the middle of the vines and some of the best wine Marlborough has to offer. St. Clair’s mission is to create world-class wines that exceed their customers every expectation. 

Tastings: $7 for flight of 3 wines.
$10 for a hosted experience of Saint Clair’s best and most awarded wines.

HoHo Special! – 10% OFF when dining for lunch, or for wine purchases.  

9.  Hunters Wines (wine@hunters.co.nz) +64 3 572 8803

Open Wednesday - Sunday: 10am - 4pm. Bookings preferred. No more than 8 clients may hop off at one time. 

Hunters Wines is located in the original farmhouse and with renovations in 2017, has retained the farmhouse, villa characteristics. They offer wine tastings inside as well as in the picturesque gardens. 

Tastings: $15 for 6 wines

10. Rimapere Cellar Door & Vineyards  (0272861221) or (cellardoor@rimapere.com)

Open Monday – Friday: 10am – 4pm.
Only 8 passenger may hop off at one time.

Baron Benjamin de Rothschild has created his own Sauvignon Blanc. The vineyard is ideally situated in the heart of the Marlborough region named Rimapere, meaning “five arrows” in Māori, and simultaneously honours the Rothschild’s family coat of arms and traditional New Zealand culture. 

11. The Fancy Cow Restaurant/Winery/Brewery (+64 3 242 6260) or (enquiries@thefancycow.nz)

Open Wednesday – Sunday 12pm – 5pm

Delicious Italian food, great views of Marlborough and an energetic atmosphere, The Fancy Cow restaurant and pizza oven has something for everyone.Sample Ant Moore Wines at their Marlborough Vintners Cellar Door.

Tastings: $10 for five wines of the Collection Choice

12. Moa Brewery (mark@moabeer.com)

Open Wednesday - Sunday 12 noon - 7pm. 

Visit the award winning Moa Brewery and enjoy the view from a beautiful patio along with a tasting from their range of craft beers.

HOHO Special! 20% discount on tastings and flights

13. Cloudy Bay (03 520 9147) or (info@cloudybay.co.nz) 

Open 7 Days 10am to 4pm. Bookings preferred.

A stunning  prestige vineyard with delightful wines. Famous for its Cloudy Bay Pelorus Methode Traditionelle. Perfect for a tasting and soaking up the sun in their gardens. Hosts a Raw Bar where you can sample local oysters.

Tastings: $20 

14. Allan Scott (info@allanscott.co.nz)

Open Wednesday - Sunday: 10AM to 5PM. Bookings preferred. No more than 8 clients may hop off here at any one time. 

Allan Scott has exclusive wines and gifts, relaxing dining indoors or out, delicious seasonal menu and giant chess.

Tastings: Pay at the end for your tastings, 1/2 glass or full glass. 

15. Jackson Estate (021 860813) (jacksonestate@bentonwines.co.nz)

Open Tuesday - Saturday: 10:00am - 4:30pm. Bookings required.

100 percent kiwi-owned, with total respect for our land and focusing on low cropping levels, small batch fermentation, single vineyard fruits and minimal winemaking intervention. 

Tastings - From $10

16. Runway Cafe (therunwaystore@outlook.com)

Open Tuesday - Friday: 7am - 3pm and Saturday/Sunday: 8:30am - 3:30pm

A cool cafe with a big plane outside and a full bar inside! The Runway Cafe was founded in 2019 by local owners. Serving up local and regional fare in addition to ‘Sublime’ coffee. For a small donation an inflight experience can be had between 10am - 4pm Tuesday - Sunday.

17. Spy Valley Wines (info@spyvalley.co.nz)

Open Monday - Friday 10:30am - 4:30pm. Bookings preferred. 

Seek Spy, find why. Award winning, sustainably crafted wines that have captured the unique time and place of every harvest since 1993. 

Tastings: A selection of 4 Spy Valley Flagship Wines $15 or A selection of 4 ENVOY Reserve Wines $18

18. Clos Henri (+64 (0)3 572 7923) or (cellardoor@closhenri.com)

Open Tuesday - Saturday 10am - 4pm. 

Nestled in the foothills of the Wairau Valley, carved by powerful glacial and tectonic forces, the Clos Henri Estate sits upon some the Malrborough's most fascinating soils.

Tastings $20

19. Woodbourne Tavern  (03 572 8007)

Open daily from 11am till late. 

The Woodbourne Tavern and Motels or “the Woody” as it is known by friends and locals is a family pub and restaurant in the centre of the Renwick community. 

20. Cork & Keg  ( 03 572 9328) or (info@corkandkeg.co.nz)

Open Monday - Sunday: 12 noon - late.

The Cork & Keg is an English style tavern, serving beer, cider, wine and great heart food. They produce award-winning top end, ultra premium ales that enlighten the palate and thrill the senses.

21a. Forrest Winery (+64 3 5729084) or (cellardoor@forrest.co.nz) 

Open 7 Days: 10am to 4:30pm. Bookings preferred.

Forrest Winery is a family run establishment since 1988. Situated just outside the town of Renwick with beautiful lush gardens. 

Tastings: Tasting tray of 7 wines for $16 (can be shared). Carafe style for large groups.

21b. Boom Town Beer Garden (bar@boomtownbeergarden.nz)

Currently closed. Open in November

At Boom Town Beer Garden, there's a scene set for you to enjoy the good times with friends and family in a relaxed atmosphere of chilled vibes & great beer (and wines) in the warmth of Marlborough's summer sun.

22. Framingham (+64 3 572 8884) or (cellardoor@framingham.co.nz)

Open 7 Days a week 10:30 - 4:30 pm. Bookings preferred.

Framingham make aromatic styled wines to accompany delicious food. They have won several awards including 2018 New Zealand winery of the year. 

Tastings are $10. Donations to NZ Music Helps are encouraged.

23. Nautilus Winery (+64 3 572 6008) or  (sales@nautilusestate.com)

Open daily: 10am - 4:30pm. Bookings preferred.

Enjoy a relaxed and informal wine tasting at Nautilus’ beautifully refurbished cellar door tasting bar. Offering guests a tasting of four wines from a portfolio of current release Nautilus wines.

Tastings: $15 

24. Huia Cellar Door (+64 3 572 8326) or (mel@huiavineyards.com)

Open: 10.30am-4.30pm DAILY. Bookings preferred.

Huia Cellar Door was built on the belief that a natural approach to winemaking produces the best tasting wine. Bio dynamic growing, certified organic hand crafted wines, everything is ‘au natural’ – a lifestyle choice at Huia, and they love it. 

25. Vines Village (+64 3 572 7170) or (admin@thevinesvillage.co.nz)

Open 7 days from 8am. Closing times vary.

The Vines Village is a great destination to explore, taste and relax amongst tranquil landscaped lakeside grounds. 

25a. Whitehaven Wines (+64 3 572 7588) 

Open 7 days from 11am - 4:30pm. Bookings preferred. 

Due to the size of the venue only 8 clients may hop off at any given time.   

Located in the Vines Village, Whitehaven Wines have a singular vision of making wines from 100% Marlborough fruit. Sauvignon Blanc is their speciality! Reservations are encouraged but not essential.

Tastings: $10, Premium $15

25b. Cheese and Cheers (+64 3 572 7170) or  (+64 027 572 7171) 

Open: 10am-6pm DAILY 

Located in the Vines Village, Whiskey and cheese tasting bar focusing on tasting mostly NZ made whiskey and NZ cheese. As well as offering Tupari wine tastings and food, from small cheese plates through to cheese platters.

25c. Roots Gin Shack (+64 3 699 8050)  or (ginshack@elementaldistillers.com)

Open: 11am-7pm DAILY

Discover the full range of award-winning Roots Dry Gin with a tasting flight. The Gin Shack knowledgeable staff take you on a journey to learn about the botanicals selected through to the distillation process on site.

Gin tastings: $3.00 for single or $19.50 for 3 gins & bottle of tonic.

26.Makana Confections (bsales@makana.co.nz)

Open 7 days: 9am - 530pm. 

Makana Chocolate are manufacturers of gift quality chocolate at this boutique factory. 

Be sure to show your Hop on Hop off wristband at selected stops to claim our great special offers! Click here for more details on specials.

Click here for Terms and Conditions. 

TERMS & CONDITIONS

Prior to the day: 

• This is a self guided tour - All tastings are the guests responsibility and at the guests expense. Some wineries will waiver the tasting fee when purchasing wine. We recommend booking lunch prior to the day and bringing water with you to stay hydrated. 
• Please note that we cannot accommodate backpacks, luggage, wheelchairs and large prams on board our buses.
• Anyone under the age of 18 is welcome, however - to consume alcohol you MUST be over the legal drinking age. You may be asked to produce a Government issued ID to prove your age. A child's tickets can be purchased for those 12 and under. 

On the Day: 

• Please be at your pick up stop 15 minutes prior to the departure time. Hop on Hop off does not take any responsibility for lateness. 
• We recommend no more than 8 guests hop off at any given winery - this is to ensure a more intimate and enjoyable experience. 
• Our buses are not licensed which means alcohol cannot be consumed whilst on the bus. We follow strict duty of care protocols which may result in the stoppage of a guest's tour when not followed. The removal of the offending passenger in the event of consuming alcohol, intoxication or disrespectful behaviour may occur. A fine will be charged for any event which causes cleaning such as spillage or soiling the bus ($200).