Tours and Transport

One of the best ways to experience the Wairarapa is to travel on an organised tour.

Our region's guides have wonderful stories to tell - they'll add an unforgettable dimension to your visit. Many tours leave straight from Wellington, which saves you organising your own transport.

Wairarapa vineyards, Tui Brewery, Pukaha National Wildlife Centre and Cape Palliser are just some of the places you can explore on a  guided tours.


If you enjoy a good tour then you're in for a treat here:

The Tranzit Coachlines team are travel logistics specialists. Not only will they get your group to Wairarapa safely, they will also help plan the activities, times and overall logistics for your group.
Rimutaka Shuttles provide walkers and cyclists transport along the Rimutaka Cycle Trail, including Featherston, Cross Creek, Martinborough, Kaitoke and Wellington. Catch the train to the Wairarapa and arrange a pick up.
Te Rakau Birding offers fully guided half and full-day bird watching tours for small groups in the Western Lake area of South Wairarapa. Enjoy the stunning Wairarapa coastline, explore native bush and lagoons and see a diverse range of birds.
This self guided tour follows the story of two brothers and a sister who each saw very different sides of World War I. You will need to allow at least 60 minutes.
This self guided tour follows the story of a tradesman who headed off to World War 1. You will need to allow at least two hours.
Green Jersey specialise in all things cycling from easy day rides to multi-day cycling adventures.
Green Jersey has over 200 cycles for hire, with a wide range of cellar doors a short cycling distance from Martinborough.
Tour the Wairarapa in a beautiful vintage car. Special occasions, birthdays, vineyard tour, weddings, proposals, historic journey or just a restful escape: Wairarapa Vintage Tours can tailor a tour to suit you.
Martinborough Wine Walks offer a tour that takes you off the road and walking the vines.
You choose the thrill; scenic, formation or aerobatics! Take to the big skies of the Wairarapa in De Havilland Tiger Moths.
Be guided around the heavens, explore and be amazed by celestial objects through telescopes and binoculars, hear the stories and tales, discuss scientific and cultural information and learn how to navigate using the stars with the team at Under The Stars. 
Capital Personalised Tours offer a range of personalised tours to help you get the most out of your visit to Wellington and the Wairarapa, with door to door pickup and drop off in their luxury 4WD, including wine tours of the Martinborough region with knowledgeable guides.
See Martinborough from an electric cruiser.
Claremont Cabs provide a safe, reliable shuttle & taxi service based in Martinborough, available 7 days.
There's nothing quite like a good old fashioned bike ride with Indi bikes - around the glorious vineyards or cute town of Martinborough. Whatever the weather, you can enjoy the ride with plenty of fun bikes to choose from including bright red 4 and 6 seaters.
Carterton Shuttles offer personal shuttle services across Wairarapa, as well as Wellington or Palmerston North airport.
Uncover the many hidden gems of the wonderful Wairarapa on a private winery or discovery tour, or group and corporate events with Wai Tours. Check out their special package tours.
Wai Shuttles is a locally owned business offering Airport Shuttle Service to Wellington Airport and the most frequent Airport Shuttle Services to Palmerston North Airport twice daily return, 4 times a week on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.
Spend Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings with the stars to discover Wairarapa's fabulous night sky.
Whether you need a punctual door-to-door transfer or a completely personalised tour, In Style Executive operate a service that will work in with your itinerary.
Wildfinder creates and facilitates incredible outdoor adventures in the spectacular Wairarapa. Choose from bike rides (also eBikes), walks and white water rafting, for all levels.
Palmy Campers is a small, locally owned company helping both locals and tourists make the most of this wonderful country.
Visit Greytown Honey's bespoke Honey Stables for factory tours, award winning honey tasting, and all things bees.
York Bistro celebrates local produce & Martinborough wines. Complimentary transfer service available.
Learn about farm animals during a guided visit to Martinborough Manor's working farm, or take a tour of their stunning gardens.
Rahui Coastal Loop includes 65km of cruising with a night in the country and a night at the Castlepoint coast.
You can find Hertz at over 50 locations across New Zealand, including all major cities and airports.
Call and talk to The Lott in Masterton about their range of quality cars at affordable prices.
Live Like The River Flows Charitable Trust offers the chance to take some or all off the conference business agenda out into the creative outdoors.