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st arnuad - blenheim ST ARNAUD - BLENHEIMDriver Information Today is a short travel day so either choose to relax and enjoy some more time in St Arnaud or choose to leave early morning to enjoy some extra time at your next over-night stop, Blenheim – in the heart of Marlborough wine country! After leaving St Arnaud your self-drive journey pretty much follows the Wairau River as you travel through farmland and then row upon row of vineyards, as your drive into the Marlborough town of Blenheim. Blenheim boasts one of the best selections of dining and accommodation to be found in New Zealand! From luxury hotels, boutique accommodation, motels, bed and breakfasts, holiday parks and more, you’ll find plenty of accommodation choices to suit your requirements and budget. There are plenty of cafes and restaurants in the town of Blenheim to choose from, as well as an enjoyable night life during the weekend. We recommend lunch or dinner at a winery for a truly memorable dining experience and the chance to taste local fare and award winning wines. Plan to stay for 1 night in Blenheim. Some notable stops along the route to Blenheim include: LAKE ROTOITI WAIRAU VALLEY THE CORK & KEG PUB BLENHEIM From private vineyard retreats, to hotels, motels and luxury boutique bed & breakfast style lodgings, to holiday parks and backpackers, you are spoilt for choice when it comes to accommodation in the region. The town is easy to navigate on foot. Highly recommended Blenheim tourist attractions include... Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre - Located in Omaka, the Aviation Heritage Centre offers a unique aviation experience that brings to life rare aircraft and memorabilia in a multi-sensory experience. River Queen Paddle-Steamer - Authentically styled paddle-steamer that cruises the beautiful Opawa River in Blenheim. Enjoy the tranquil atmosphere while watching the scenery drift past as you relax on the river. Choose from a midday cruise with a 2-course lunch or local produce platter, while the twilight cruise has a 2 course meal available. Special wine tasting packages also available. Marlborough Wine Tours - Enjoy a totally flexible and personalised wine tour to suit your time frame and wine tastes, from 3 hours to all day, let someone else do the driving in your air-conditioned mini van or coach, while you enjoy tasting some of the best New Zealand wines. Most tours include a winery tour and lunch at a vineyard. With so many brilliant wineries and vineyards to visit, you are best to arrange a tour so you don’t miss out on the best! Millennium Art Gallery - Located in the centre of Blenheim and features curated exhibitions of national and regional artists while the gallery shop sells fine pieces of local art and craft plus specialty magazines and cards. Molesworth Tour - This Qualmark Endorsed sightseeing tour company offering tours in the remote high country of Molesworth Station from 1 to 4 days. Personalised 4WD tours showcasing the high country farming life in the Awatere Valley. Dolphin Watching - Enjoy an eco-tour in the Marlborough Sounds as you experience close encounters with seabirds, seals and dolphins. There is also the opportunity to swim with dolphins. Prenzel Distilling Company - Located in the Riverlands Estate there is also a tasting room in the Mud House complex in Rapaura Road. Taste a delicious range of schnapps, liqueurs, world class Marlborough Fruit Brandies, infused olive oils and the world's first Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc Vinegar. Picton - Just a short drive from Blenheim and a popular place to spend an afternoon or half day. The township is nestled at the head of the Queen Charlotte Sound and is a place rich in maritime history. From cruises in the Marlborough Sound to exploring the Picton Museum and Edwin Fox, to bush walks, souvenir shopping or walking the Queen Charlotte Track, Picton is the gateway to all this and more! |
Travel distance is approximately 102kms (64 miles).