Sail, explore, and indulge two-night escape

Group of people enjoying wine and food in the sun in a Marlborough vineyard
Aeroplane alongside a female soldier in an Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre exhibit
Travel through the Marlborough Sound on the Ship Cove cruise
Short break

Sail, explore, and indulge two-night escape

Wellington Blenheim

Return 3 days Package
Self-guided Scenic Marlborough Hotel (2 nights; 4.5-star rating)

Add a scenic Cook Strait crossing package to your travels and sail into wine-renowned Marlborough.

This two-night escape pairs one of New Zealand's most stunning journeys — the Interislander ferry crossing — with the best of Marlborough's food, wine and scenery.

Sail through the stunning Marlborough Sounds, then settle into a relaxed stay in Blenheim, exploring renowned vineyards, cruising historic waterways and uncovering stories of innovation and heritage.

Designed as an easy, indulgent getaway, it can be seamlessly extended with a Great Journeys rail experience (rail journey not included).

Highlights
  • Enjoy the scenic Cook Strait ferry crossing through the Marlborough Sounds
  • Savour a Premium Lounge experience with food and drinks onboard
  • Stay in the heart of Marlborough wine country
  • Discover a guided wine tour with tastings and lunch
  • Cruise to historic Ship Cove in the Marlborough Sounds
  • Step into history at the acclaimed Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre

What's included

Price per person - twin share, subject to seasonal change

Itinerary

Interislander Cook Strait crossing

Begin your Marlborough getaway travelling in the Premium Lounge on one of the most scenic ferry trips in the world.

Ship Cove Cruise

Cruise deep into the Marlborough Sounds where sheltered waterways, native bush and historic landmarks define the landscape.

Marlborough wine experience

Enjoy a relaxed vineyard lunch at St Clair Vineyard Estate, followed by curated tastings at boutique wineries and a sweet stop.

Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre

Step into one of New Zealand’s most captivating museums, where storytelling and aviation history come to life.

Extend your journey by rail

Take your escape further with our iconic scenic trains, either before and/or after crossing the Strait. Take the Coastal Pacific from Picton, TranzAlpine in the South Island, or Northern Explorer from Wellington. Talk to our Travel Centre to customise your journey.