Cruise Ship Day Christchurch Hop On Hop Off Tour

Hop On Hop Off Wine Tours have come to Christchurch. Welcome aboard the Hop On Hop Off Wine, Beer, Food & Wonders Tours in North Canterbury! We're thrilled to introduce you to a personalized touring experience like no other. With our diverse selection of over 20 venues, you have the freedom to craft your ideal itinerary, tailored to your interests and schedule. Explore the scenic wineries, indulge in the finest local brews at breweries, and uncover the wonders of Wairapa your own pace. Our flexible timetable allows you to choose where you want to go and how long you'd like to stay at each stop, ensuring a truly bespoke adventure. Whether you're a wine connoisseur, a craft beer enthusiast, or simply curious about the city's attractions, there's something here for everyone. Join us on board and create memories as you explore North Canterbury your way with Hop On Hop Off Tours.

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cruise Ship Days - Hop On Hop Off Wine Tour Waipara

Schedule:
Departure from Norwich Quay Lyttelton Port is 9.30am- 10.30am, buses run to a timetable. Return times will be dependent on individual cruises.
Stops:

• Old School Collective & Cafe is a destination for those with a love of boutique stores, good coffee, and wonderful people. Visit the Office Cafe, Billies Kitchen Shop, Room four, Louis Who?, Studio 7, Brows n Beauty, and Woven Veranda.
• Well worth the stop is the The Mill complex. Bundled together under one historic roof, the businesses that make up The Mill offer an abundance of rare and unexpected finds. If you’re looking for a bargain, visit The Emporium of Lost Treasures as it specializes in vintage clothing, homewares, second-hand books and other intriguing items.
• Out of the Bleu is a gorgeous little store brimming with beautiful homewares and gifts. Small space in big style.
• The Cork & Crown Restaurant offers a relaxed family-friendly atmosphere & talented chefs passionate about using only the freshest, premium quality and local ingredients, you’ll find something to satisfy any taste with their homemade creations and local favorites.
• This “quaint” little cafe has been a destination point for so many over the years, and renowned nationwide for their quality of food and service to provide exactly what you are looking for. You won’t be disappointed by the Nor’wester Cafe.
• (Into valley) Pegasus Bay is owned and operated by the Donaldson family, pioneers of the local wine industry who are recognized globally for producing some of NZ’s very best wines. The house style is generous, complex, and impeccably balanced. Grapes come from their home vineyard, which is now almost 40 years old.
• Embark on an unforgettable journey through their remarkable Sculpture Trail. Immerse yourself in the captivating ambience of disused quarry, harmoniously blending with the awe-inspiring backdrop of the Waipara Valley’s dramatic landscape.
• Harvesting only fruit from their family vineyard, everything is grown and made on The Boneline site. They are extremely involved and fortunate in having full control of every aspect that contributes to what’s in the bottle – apart from the weather!
• Producing some of NZ’s finest Syrah and Pinot Gris, as well as the perennial customer favourite, their Rose. Georges Road Wines love sharing their wines, and the stories of their vineyard. Book your visit online so Kirk can personally guide you through.
• Terrace Edge pride themselves on offering wines that are completely organic. Their wines fully express the unique terroir of the vineyard, characterized by exceptional ripeness, texture, minerality, and a rich aroma profile – all of which are rooted in the distinctive qualities of the Glasnevin gravel soil.
• Torlesse Wines grape intake includes the Winery Block Pinot Noir plus other vineyards which are spread throughout the Waipara region, giving a diversity of growing conditions which imparts a range of characters and complexity to ALL their wine styles.
• Built in 1906, The Vicarage is a beautiful example of late 19th century architecture set amongst 100+ year old trees and established grounds. Small quantities of each vintage are handcrafter at our neighbors’ winery by a team with a passion for quality craftsmanship, wines of distinction and an impressive list of awards and medals.
• The vineyard of 26 hectares is planted with Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Gewurztraminer, Pinot Noir, and Merlot with the wines crafted in two differing styles, the fresh fruit driven wines under the Waipara Springs label and the structurally driven wines of the Premo label. Waipara Springs provides a truly authentic estate and dining experience.
• Black Estate is a family owned, biodynamic winery on the slopes of Waipara Valley, North Canterbury. All elements that make up their vineyards are considered, especially how they interact and make one healthy, vital whole.
• The Mountford Estate is set in a park like environment on the Northwest face of the waipara Valley’s eastern hills below the Teviotdale range. The soils, which are marl (active limestone), add a fine minerality to the finished wines.
• Whether you pop around for a wine tasting or settle in for a long lunch, you can’t go wrong with a visit to the Greystone Cellar Door. Let chef Theo Dubost delight you with his acclaimed locally inspired menu, while our Cellar Door team shares the perfect pairing for your palate.
• A fantastic Family Playground is an all-ages, all-abilities playground, it has flying fox, multiple slides, swings, area for water play
• (Out of valley)
• We want everyone who walks through our doors to enjoy our delicious food options and our range of drinks in a relaxed, casual environment. So, we thought we’d make that goal part of our name – D.O.T.I. – Don’t Over Think It!
• Brew Moon Brewing Company is North canterbury’s original craft brewery, producing an established range of high quality, popular beer styles alongside a selection of more exotic seasonal brews. Alongside our beers, we pour a small selection of local wines, and provide a range of wood-fired pizzas, burgers and small plates.

• Hop On Hop Off Wine Tour Cruise (Waipara)
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• Special HOHO discounts

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• This Tour is Provided by HOP ON HOP OFF WINE TOURS LIMITED.
• Tour Timezone & Starts at Pacific/Auckland.
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• Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
• Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.