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Gastronomic Waiheke, wine, beer, spirits INCLUDES lunch - MAX 11

5.0 (18 reviews) 5 h 30 min Free cancellation
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Gastronomic Waiheke, wine, beer, spirits INCLUDES lunch - MAX 11

About this activity

Are you ready to experience the FLAVOURS of WAIHEKE ISLAND? - LUNCH INCLUDED

Treat yourself with an enchanting journey among the beauty of the jewel island of the Hauraki Gulf. Sip & taste on our small, boutique-style, max 11 people.

Take the 10 am ferry from downtown Auckland and enjoy a 35 min cruise across the Hauraki Gulf to Waiheke Island. Our guide will greet you on arrival. Your experience begins with some spectacular coastal views on your way to the first destination, the Spanish inspired vineyard Casita Miro for a food and wine pairing.

Following this indulge in a tasting experience at the Allpress Olive Grove. For lunch, relax at a boutique vineyard where you will be served a delightful meal. To wrap up your day, enjoy a tasting of Craft Beer, or spirits at The Heke Brewery/Distillery.

With your tum and taste buds satisfied, we will ensure you are back in time for the return ferry.

NOTE: the tour will go ahead with a minimum of 4 people.

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At a glance

Duration
5 h 30 min
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 11 people
People per booking
1–10
Guide
English, Italian
Operated by
Glenn Fowler

Ages: Adults (18–102 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Lunch at an award-winning Waiheke Island restaurant
  • Included: Pick up 10:40am at arrival on Waiheke Island
  • Included: All transfers included in our air-conditioned minivan
  • Included: Gold medal Wine tasting, olive oil tasting, beer/spirits tasting
  • Included: Round trip and drop off at Matiatia in time for ferry to Auckland
  • Included: Visit to 3 top-end boutique vineyards / venues
  • Included: Comfortable and memorable experience with only 11 people

Not included

  • Not included: Ferry tickets to Waiheke must be purchased separately

Itinerary

  1. Waiheke Island

    15 min

    Coastal Sightseeing

  2. Stop 2

    one hour Admission included

    Wine & Food Pairing - 5 wines tasting

  3. Stop 3

    one hour Admission included

    AllPress Olive Oil Grove - oils, spread & olives tasting

  4. Batch Winery

    1 h 30 min Admission included

    Lunch in an award-winning restaurant in boutique hotel with magnificent views of the island

  5. The Heke Brewery & Distillery Tours and Experiences

    1 h 30 min Admission included

    Beer or Spirits tasting

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

    • Catch the 10AM ferry from Downtown Auckland. Choose between Island Direct or Fullers Ferry
    • Make sure to be at the terminal by 9.30AM to buy ferry ticket and join the line for boarding
    • Once on Waiheke, look for the BLACK BOARD with your name held by our guide!

End point

    • Catch the 10AM ferry from Downtown Auckland. Choose between Island Direct or Fullers Ferry
    • Make sure to be at the terminal by 9.30AM to buy ferry ticket and join the line for boarding
    • Once on Waiheke, look for the BLACK BOARD with your name held by our guide!

Pickup points

if you are on Waiheke Island, please contact us to organise pick up and drop off at your accommodation

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
  • The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Service animals allowed

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveller ratings

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