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About Your Journey
Swap the Christmas rush for something rather special
Spend Christmas enjoying six relaxed days exploring Marlborough and Wellington. Enjoy fine wine and beautiful scenery, cruise the Marlborough Sounds for Christmas lunch at Punga Cove, cross Cook Strait by Interislander and round out your festive escape with Zealandia and the creative world of Weta Workshop.
Itinerary
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Fly to Blenheim and continue to picturesque Picton in the heart of the Marlborough Sounds. Stay The Edit Hotel, 3 nights.
Included: D -
Visit the Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre before enjoying a wine tasting and lunch at Saint Clair Family Estate.
Included: B L D -
Merry Christmas! Cruise through the beautiful Marlborough Sounds to Punga Cove for a special Christmas lunch at Punga Fern Restaurant.
Included: B L -
Visit the Edwin Fox Maritime Museum before sailing through the Marlborough Sounds and across Cook Strait aboard the Interislander ferry. Stay Naumi Studio Hotel, Wellington, 2 nights.
Included: B MT D -
Visit Zealandia, home to some of New Zealand’s rarest native wildlife, followed by an afternoon at leisure and a farewell dinner at Ombra.
Included: B D -
Discover the movie-making magic of Weta Workshop before an included lunch and your return flight to Auckland.
Included: B L
Christmas away, without going too far away.
Reserve your place on this unforgettable tour. Numbers are limited, so don’t delay.
Why you’ll love this trip
Travelwise takes care of the Christmas planning, with flights, accommodation, sightseeing, transfers and most meals all arranged for you. With a special Christmas Day cruise and lunch in the Marlborough Sounds, time to explore Picton and Wellington, and a lovely mix of food, wine, scenery and sightseeing, it’s an easy and enjoyable way to celebrate the festive season with like-minded travellers.
Inclusions & Activities
Airfares: Return Economy class airfares Auckland to Blenheim and Wellington to Auckland
Accommodation: 5 nights quality accommodation throughout
Sightseeing: All sightseeing and attractions as shown, including Omaka Aviation Centre and Zealandia
Meals: Daily breakfasts plus lunches and dinners as specified
Transfers: Home pick up and drop off in Auckland Metro area
Tour Leader: Travelwise Tour Leader throughout, plus local guides
David Libeau, Tour Leader
Your Tour Leader
David Libeau
David is an experienced and highly regarded Tour Leader with Travelwise Holidays and he has an extensive background in the travel industry. He is known for his warm personality, sense of humour and caring approach.He creates a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere where guests feel well looked after.
Before you book, you should know
Activity Level 1: A gentle pace with relaxed sightseeing and regular breaks. Suitable for travellers comfortable with short walks, light touring, a few stairs, and independently boarding coaches, trains and boats. A good choice if you prefer: A slower pace, regular breaks and minimal physical demand.
Departure: 23 December 2026
Important Information:
Deposit: $500 pp
Balance Payment Date: Upon confirmation
Insurance: Not mandatory for this tour, however we do recommend this for peace of mind.
