Sail, explore, and indulge two-night escape
Set sail on a package from Wellington/Te Whanganui-a-Tara to Picton/Waitohi for two days of coastal history, wine tours, and aviation legends. Everything is taken care of so you can indulge and enjoy.
Inclusion highlights
- Return sailings: Premium Lounge both ways for comfort and dining.
- Central stay: Scenic Hotel Marlborough with easy transfers.
- Sounds and vines: Ship Cove cruise and curated Marlborough wine tour of 2-3 wineries, with lunch, and a visit to Makana Chocolate Factory.
- Heritage icons: Guided tour at Omaka Aviation Museum.
Begin your Marlborough getaway with a late-afternoon Interislander sailing from Wellington to Picton, travelling in the Premium Lounge with dinner and drinks included. On arrival, enjoy a seamless transfer to your Marlborough hotel, setting the tone for a relaxed and indulgent escape.
Day two is all about premium experiences. Cruise the Marlborough Sounds on a full-day Ship Cove adventure with Beachcomber Cruises, then unwind with a guided Marlborough wine tour, complete with a full lunch and return transfer to your hotel.
On day three, step into history with a guided Knights of the Sky experience at the Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre, including General Admission access to the WWII Dangerous Skies exhibition. Afterward, transfer to the Picton ferry terminal for your afternoon return sailing to Wellington, relaxing once again in the Premium Lounge.
Perfect for travellers seeking culture, scenery and indulgence, this two-night escape delivers the very best of Marlborough, effortlessly.
Itinerary
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Wellington to Picton: 3:30pm Kaiarahi sailing.
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Premium Lounge: Dinner included with relaxed seating and views.
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Easy transfer: Picton terminal transfer to Scenic Hotel Marlborough.
- Morning cruise: After a hotel breakfast you will transfer to Beachcomber Cruises office. From there, at 8:30am you will embark on the Ship Cove cruise through the Marlborough Sounds.
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Vineyard afternoon: Your wine tour guide will take you to lunch at St Clair Family Estate vineyard kitchen. After you will have tastings at two to three wineries plus a sweet stop at Makana Chocolate Factory.
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Hotel drop off: Return to Scenic Hotel Marlborough. This evening is yours to enjoy Picton’s local dining scene at your own pace.
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Museum morning: After breakfast you will transfer to Omaka Aviation Museum. There you will have a guided tour of Knights of the Sky and general admission to WW2 exhibits.
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Picton time: Transfer to the Interislander terminal and check in. Free time to stroll Picton/Waitohi before boarding.
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Homeward sailing: Check in for 2:15pm Interislander with Premium Lounge.
Good to know
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Timing: Please arrive 45 minutes before sailing for a relaxed check in.
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Dietary needs: Tell us ahead of time for lounge meals and lunch.
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Weather: The Sounds shine in all seasons. Bring layers and sun protection.
How to book
- Limited availability: Peak sailings and tours book fast.
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Secure today: Lock in your crossing and experiences with our Travel Centre.
- Terms and Conditions
Price:
Price per person (twin share): $1599.00pp
Single supplement: $450.00