Small-group wine, food & scenic tours across Nelson Tasman and Marlborough
Local flavours. Hidden gems. Great company. Never rushed.
Perfect for couples, small groups, visitors, celebrations, and locals hosting friends
Available all year round, our Untapped tour is the most flexible way to discover Nelson Tasman, created from the little extras guests have loved most over the years: craft beer stops, local food, scenic lookouts, beach moments, Mapua village wanders, boutique producers, and those unexpected places you might never find on your own. There are no fixed stops, structured tastings, or set agenda. CJ will be in touch before your tour to learn what your group is into, then shape the half day around your interests, the season, the weather, and what’s looking good on the day.
Any food, lunch, wine, beer, tastings, or non-alcoholic drinks can be purchased directly from the venues as you go. This keeps the tour relaxed and genuinely flexible, so you only pay for what suits your group on the day. With pickup and drop-off from your Nelson accommodation, CJ as your personal local guide, and a small-group feel throughout, Untapped is designed for people who want a personal, unhurried Nelson Tasman experience without being locked into a schedule.
Book your spot and CJ will be in touch before your tour to find out what you’re into, then take care of the rest.
The Marlborough Tour is a full-day wine experience travelling from Nelson into New Zealand’s largest and most internationally recognised wine region. Known around the world for its exceptional Sauvignon Blanc, along with outstanding Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and aromatics, Marlborough is a destination that deserves time, space, and a full day of your attention.
The journey follows the inland route through changing valley, hill, and vineyard landscapes, with glimpses of the Marlborough Sounds as you pass through Havelock. Once in Marlborough wine country, you’ll visit four selected vineyards for included tastings, with a relaxed itinerary shaped around quality rather than rushing from stop to stop. Lunch is enjoyed at a vineyard at your own cost, and the day also includes a stop at Makana Boutique Chocolate Factory.
Along the way, CJ brings his local knowledge, easy hosting style, and personal winery connections built across years of touring both Nelson and Marlborough. With pickup and drop-off from your Nelson accommodation, tastings included at four vineyards, personal introductions, and a small-group feel throughout, this tour is ideal for guests who want to experience Marlborough properly, without the driving, planning, or guesswork.
Available October through March, when Marlborough is at its finest.
Book ahead, as this full-day tour fills early.
Uncorked is the Nelson wine experience done properly: four of the region’s best boutique wineries, all tastings included, and a relaxed half day hosted by CJ. After 18 years getting to know the winemakers, cellar doors, and hidden gems along this route, CJ knows where to take you, who to introduce you to, and how to shape the day so it feels personal rather than packaged. These are the kind of boutique vineyards many visitors would never find on their own, chosen for their wine, their character, and the people behind them.
All wine tastings are included at four handpicked Nelson Tasman vineyards, with plenty of time to taste, ask questions, enjoy the scenery, and discover what makes this region special. Lunch is not included, but most vineyard stops have excellent food options available to purchase on the day, and CJ will point you in the right direction. With pickup and drop-off from your Nelson accommodation, personal introductions, and a small-group feel throughout, Uncorked is relaxed, expert-led, never scripted, and never rushed.
Four vineyards. Five hours. All tastings included. The Nelson wine experience worth coming back for.
A fully private, bespoke experience designed entirely around your group, your occasion, and the way you want the day to unfold. From intimate celebrations to milestone moments, this is Nelson Tours & Travel at its most personal — where the day is shaped only by you and guided seamlessly by CJ.
Vineyard tastings are included throughout, with every detail — from timing and stops to pace and flow — tailored to suit your group. Whether relaxed and scenic or celebratory and lively, the experience adapts naturally to the moment.
Available year-round across the Nelson Tasman region, each private tour begins with a conversation to design something truly personal.
Price is $1,200 for two people, plus $200 per person extra to a maximum of 9 passengers.
Your occasion, your group, your day - completely private - available all year in Nelson
Door-to-door from your accommodation
Meet CJ
Your local Nelson guide.
CJ brings over eighteen years of local knowledge, genuine hospitality, and easy-going humour to every tour. With deep connections across Nelson’s boutique wineries, brewers, producers, and scenic hidden gems, he turns a day out into something personal, relaxed, and memorable. You’re not just being driven from place to place, you’re being shown around by someone who knows the region, knows the people, and knows how to shape the day around you.
Warm & Easy-Going
No rush, no pressure. Just a relaxed day tailored to your pace, your group, and what you enjoy.
Local Insider
From boutique vineyards to local producers, CJ shares the stories behind the wine, the people, and the place.
Wine & Region Knowledge
CJ knows the cellar doors, scenic stops, local characters, and tucked-away places visitors rarely find alone.
Flexible by Nature
Every tour has room to breathe. If your group loves a view, a food stop, a beer, or a slower pace, the day can bend with you.
Small groups. Local guide. Never rushed.
Nelson’s #1 Food & Drink Experience
Ready to plan your Nelson tour?
Small-group tours through Nelson Tasman, year-round.
Perfect for visitors who want a relaxed, personal day with a local host.
Book online now, or contact CJ if you’d like help choosing the right tour.
