Wine & Vineyard Nelson

Our biggest advantage is that we never rush you. Take your time and enjoy your stops, just follow our simple bus timetable. This is a self guided tour - chose where you'd like to hop off! Travelling with us also unlocks a variety of discounts at selected wineries.
All children 12 and under require a child's ticket. Please note that we cannot accommodate any prams, wheelchairs or luggages on board the bus.
Tastings and lunch are at your own expense. We always recommend pre-booking lunch to avoid disappointment. We would recommend pre booking some tastings too, especially if touring with us on the weekend or if in a larger group.
Please be aware: At present our map/timetable has only 1 return, returning at 5.55pm. This tour will take approximately 6 hours, purely due to the large area the region covers. The tour is approximately 6 hrs. We recommend planing your day in advance by loooking at the map: https://hoponhopoffwinetours.com/maps/nelson-tour-map/
Our Full Day Nelson Wine Tour allows you 5 stops at some great locations. Try some delicious local wines, enjoy a scenic drive and indulge in some superb local produce!
Full Day Tours: Currently operating on our winter hours Friday - Sunday from 1st May 2025 until 1st October 2025
Start Times: 10.00 am and (11.30 am additional pick-up on busy days)
All children 12 and under require a child's ticket. Please note that we cannot accommodate any prams, wheelchairs or luggages on board the bus.


1.River Kitchen Cafe (+64 3 548 1180) or (hello@riverkitchennelson.co.nz)
Open Tuesday - Sunday till 4pm. Bookings not required.


2. The Prince Albert Nelson (+64 3 548 8477) or (relax@theprincealbert.co.nz)
Open daily till 8pm. Bookings not required.


3.Catch 22 Cafe & Bar Tahunanui (+64 22 ) or (relax@catch22.nz)
Open daily until 6pm (or later). Bookings not required.


4. Nelson Classic Car Museum ( +64 3 547 4570 ) or ( info@nccm.co.nz )
Open daily 10am - 4pm. Bookings not required.


5. Pics Peanut Butter World ( +64 3 544 8402 ) or ( tours@picspeanutbutter.com )
Open Monday - Friday 830am - 430pm. Bookings essential for the free tour.


6. McCashins Brewery ( +64 3 547 5357 ) or ( info@mccashins.co.nz )
Tuesday - Friday 11am and 2pm: 60 minute tours available for $25: Bookings essential for tours. Closed toe shoes required.



7. Richmond Aquatic Centre (+64 3 543 9755) or (shf@clmnz.co.nz)
Open daily.


8. Eddyline Brewery ( +64 3 544 7474 ) or ( owners@eddylinebrewery.nz )
Open Tuesday - Saturday 12-9pm.


9. The Grape Escape ( +64 3 5444 341 ) or ( info@thegrapeescapecafe.co.nz )
Open everyday from 10am - 4pm. Bookings required.


10. The Junction ( +64 3 544 1911 ) or ( shop@thejunctionshop.co.nz )

Open 7 days from 9am - closing times vary.


11. Te Mania Wines/Richmond Plains ( +64 3 544 7585 ) or ( cellardoor@avlwine.co.nz )
Open daily 10:30am - 4:30pm.


12. Eyebright Country Store ( +64 3 544 4977 ) or ( admin@eyebright.co.nz )
Opening hours 7 days 9:30am - 4:30pm.


13. Seifried Estate/Harvest Kitchens ( +64 3 544 5599 ) or ( wines@seifried.co.nz )
Open 7 days 11am - 4pm. Bookings required for larger groups.


14. Heaphy Wines & North Eatery Cafe ( +64 3 543 2983 ) or ( info.northeatery@gmail.com )
Open Wednesday - Sunday 11am - 4pm.


15. Forsters/Moutere Hills ( +64 3 543 2288 ) or ( table@forsters.co.nz )
Open Wednesday to Sunday: 11am - 330pm. Bookings advised.


16. Moutere Inn ( +64 3 5432 759 ) or ( info@moutereinn.co.nz )
Open daily from 10am - late. Bookings not req


17. Neudord Vineyard & Cellar Door ( +64 3 543 2643 ) or ( cellardoor@neudorf.co.nz )

Open Monday to Saturday 11am – 4pm. Christmas to end of January 7 days 11am – 5pm .


18. Gravity Winery ( +64 3 543 2817 ) or ( info@gravitywinery.co.nz )
Open 10am - 4pm. Closed Monday and Tuesday during Winter. Bookings required.


19. Sprig & Fern Brewing Co. ( +64 3 544 8675 )
Open Monday - Friday 8am - 4pm. No bookings required.


20. Rimu Wine bar ( +64 3 540 2580 ) or ( info@rimugrove.co.nz )
Open daily from 12 noon until late. They do not take bookings.


21. Golden Bear Brewing Company ( +64 3 540 3210 )
Open Fridays from 3pm and weekends from 12 noon.


22. Mapua Wharf (& Richmond Bus Stop)


23. Catch 22 Cafe & Bar Tahunanui (+64 22 ) or (relax@catch22.nz)
Open daily until 6pm (or later). Bookings not required.


24. The Prince Albert Nelson (+64 3 548 8477) or (relax@theprincealbert.co.nz)
Open daily till 8pm. Bookings not required.


Be sure to show your Hop on Hop off wristband at selected stops to claim our great special offers! Click here for more details on specials.
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