Bay Tours
Wine Tours and
Art Tours Nelson New Zealand
Wine Tours
Bay Tours Nelson are providers
of informative and friendly wine tasting tours in the Nelson
region, which they have been proud to call home for over 30 years.
Their vast local knowledge means you get the absolute best from
your wine experience whilst staying in the Nelson area of New
Zealand.
Entertaining and informative
commentary and tastings will familiarise you, not only with the
wine and produce of the Waimea and/or the Moutere Hills but also
take you on a journey through the scenic splendor of Nelson's wine
region.
Nelson's happy blend of climate and landscape
has produced ideal grape-growing conditions for elegant whites and
warm reds. With over 2500 sunshine hours a year, Nelson quietly
basks in glory. Choose from our half day Explore
the Plains tour or Twin Regions tour or
our exclusive full day Gourmet Wine Tour.
Prestigious awards adorn the region's pinot noir, chardonnay,
sauvignon blanc, riesling and pinot gris. You'll find Nelson
offers a superb and special experience that will delight the
novice or connoisseur.
You could tarry here for a lifetime, but let Roy or his team take
you straight to their favourite spots for a day you will always
remember - a day of indulgence to satisfy your appetite and thrill
your palate. Immerse yourself in Nelson's nature and beauty and
find something special to take home. Come with us and experience
wine, food, olive oils and preserves presented with passion.
Explore the Plains - Half Day
Tour
Taste wine from four vineyards on the Waimea
Plains. There is a superb lunch stop on every tour where you can
use your $5 discount voucher. Stafford Lane (Oct to April) where
you will sample their range of wines with a central platter of
bread for dipping into locally grown and produced olive oil,
olives, dukkahs and chutneys. And between April to Oct with a
central cheese platter at the first stop. If beer is your passion,
we will visit a brewery on request when booking. We will give you
an informative but fun afternoon.
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includes all wine tasting and a $5 discount voucher which can be
used towards your purchase of lunch at a vineyard garden
restaurant or off a bottle of wine.
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12.30pm returning approximately 5.30-6.00pm (winter hours may
vary) five hour tour
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four vineyards or three vineyards and a brewery (depends on
first booking of the day)
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chardonnay, sauvignon blanc, riesling and pinot gris, pinot
noir, cabernet sauvignon, merlot, cabernet franc, shiraz,
gewurztraminer and rose
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wines included olive oil and liqueurs optional
Twin Regions - Half Day Tour
This extended version of the "explore the
plains" tour adds in the unique rich backcountry of the Moutere
Hills wine region. Visit the oldest vineyard in the South Island.
Chat to the owners and winemakers at the cellar door. Absorb the
mountainous backdrop of the Kahurangi National Park. This
afternoon will tempt the most discerning wine lover.
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includes all wine tasting and a $5 discount voucher which can be
used towards your purchase of lunch at a vineyard garden
restaurant or off a bottle of wine.
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11am until 6pm or by arrangement (winter hours may vary) six+
hour tour
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five vineyards
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chardonnay, sauvignon blanc, riesling and pinot gris, pinot
noir, cabernet sauvignon, merlot, cabernet franc, shiraz,
gewurztraminer and rose
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wines
included olive oil and liqueurs optional
Gourmet Wine Tour -Full Day
Tour
This truly exclusive tour of the Nelson Wine
Region is extra special.
We will visit wineries both on the plains and
the hills where you can meet the owners & winemakers. Sampling
wine from the ten classic grapes grown in New Zealand. Travelling
over 100kms and taking in our pristine scenery. A memorable day –
this tour is both fun and informative fully guided includes a
superb lunch and all wine tastings.
10.30 – 5.30pm or time by arrangement
Special requests are possible. Ask - we will listen!
Art
Tours
Delight all your senses as you experience the
best of Nelson's arts community. You will find unmatched diversity
in both creativity and scenery. Be inspired by a region where
people have gathered the raw materials to make beautiful creations
for centuries. The vibrant Nelson region, with a population of
87,000, is home to literally hundreds of artists and craftspeople.
Join us for a tour to delight and impress with arts and crafts at
every turn.
Half Day Art Tour
Immerse yourself in the world-class creative
centre that is Nelson. Visit top studio potters and the famed Bead
Gallery, touch luxurious soft knits, visit a glass gallery, and
choose irresistible gifts. We will take you to view original and
ingenious art works that will stimulate your imagination and offer
the chance to enrich your collection.
Departure: time by arrangement
Art: pottery, paintings, glass, sculptures, dried flowers,
ceramics, jewellery, woodturning, and much more.
Half Day Wine and Art Tour
Can't decide between the wineries and studios?
Do it all and appreciate the artistic life of Nelson as your
explore studios and wineries - glass, pottery, beads, and
woodturning, complemented by breathtaking scenery and
award-winning wines.
Departure: 12.30pm returning 5.30pm or by arrangement
Number of Vineyards: two
Wine varieties: chardonnay, sauvignon blanc, riesling and pinot
gris, pinot noir, cabernet sauvignon, merlot, cabernet franc,
shiraz, gewurztraminer
Art: pottery, paintings, glass, sculptures, dried flowers,
ceramics, jewellery, woodturning, and more
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