Welcome to the
Classic New Zealand
Wine Trail
Three major wine-producing regions, a capital city, rural towns, and coastal waterways combine to create the Classic New Zealand Wine Trail. The multi-day touring route is self-guided. Follow the grape signs and savour this unforgettable food and wine journey.
80%
The trail produces 80% of
New Zealand’s annual wine production.
230+
You’ll be spoilt for choice with over 230 wineries and 120+ cellar doors.
380km
5 days minimum, or extend it out to make the most of your experience.
The Classic New Zealand Wine Trail combines breathtaking scenery with indulgent food and wine experiences. The multi-day touring route is self-guided and takes you through four key regions, three of which account for more than 80% of New Zealand's wine production.
Meet the people with a passion for wine and the local knowledge of how it's made. Taste and shop at numerous cellar doors, indulge at award-winning restaurants, and enjoy a variety of cultural and adventure experiences along the way. This is a must-do on any New Zealand itinerary.
Explore the regions
Hawke’s Bay
Savour award-winning wines and cuisine in New Zealand’s Great Wine Capital of the world and the nation’s oldest wine region. Hawke’s Bay boasts Art Deco architecture, a seaside town, and more than 70 wineries.
Wairarapa
Wairarpa is a place of big skies, wild landscapes, and world-class food and wine. Come and enjoy the perfect blend of natural wonders and country charm, with boutique wineries focusing on quality rather than quantity.
Wellington
Wellington is New Zealand’s vibrant capital city. Compact and accessible, it’s bursting with culture, history, nature, and award-winning cuisine. As a place where all tastes are catered to, you will never be short of new things to try.
Marlborough
Marlborough provides the perfect setting to enjoy freshly caught seafood accompanied by the renowned taste of Sauvignon Blanc. Come for the wines, but stay for the scenic beauty, activities, and warm hospitality.
Special deals
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Sip and explore your way through the CNZWT on Flight Centre’s 13-day self-drive journey, starting in Auckland. Prices start from $3722pp.
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Starting in Wellington, explore the CNZWT on an indulgent 12-day holiday covering the North and South Islands. Prices start from $4185pp.
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This 13-day self-drive holiday explores the northern regions of CNZWT before venturing on to Rotorua and Auckland. Prices start from $1699pp.
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Short on time but still keen to savour the trail? Flight Centre’s 8-day self-drive package from Wellington is perfect. Prices from $2519pp.
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Wine Collective Direct brings together more than 990 wines from the CNZWT. Enjoy free shipping to Australia on any full wine case purchases.
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Explore the CNZWT with ease – and 15% off car rentals with Budget. Budget delivers affordable car hire services that customers can trust.
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Interislander connects CNZWT across the North and South Islands, with a stunning ferry trip. Use code BOOSTSAIL26 for 15% off all foot passenger fares.
*Terms and conditions apply.
Follow your nose
and the signs
To help you find your way along the 380km trail, keep an eye out for the grape signs along the way. These will guide you through Hawke’s Bay, Wairarapa, Wellington, and across Cook Strait to Marlborough.