Private tour - Matakana Art & Wine Village

5.0 (5 reviews) 6 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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Exploring three sculpture gardens extending over 1.5km of flat paths. — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Taste our highly acclaimed range of handcrafted wines. We celebrate our classic Pinot Gris, an elegant Chardonnay, delicious fruity Rosé and distinctively complex red wines. — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Journey into the heart of Matakana on a full-day experience combining scenic sightseeing, inspiring art, premium wines, delicious food, and local flavours.

Travel through the picturesque Matakana region, surrounded by rolling countryside, vineyards, and rural landscapes. Visit a unique sculpture park, where contemporary artworks are displayed among native bush and beautiful natural surroundings.

Continue to a selected winery for premium 2 wine tastings while learning about Matakana’s vineyards and winemaking traditions. Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local venue before treating yourself to a classic New Zealand Hokey Pokey ice cream.

When travelling on a Saturday, visit the popular Matakana Village Farmers’ Market, where local growers, artisans, and food producers showcase fresh produce and handcrafted products.

Combining art, wine, food, sightseeing, and local culture, this experience offers a memorable way to enjoy the unique character of Matakana.

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At a glance

Duration: 6 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Auckland & Beyond Tours

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–12 years) · Adults (13–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: All taxes, fees and handling charges
Included: On-board WiFi: WiFi on board
Included: Bottled water
Included: Complimentary pick-up and drop-off from any hotel, airport, or cruise port in Auckland.
Included: Hokey Pokey Ice Cream
Included: Wine Tasting
Included: Lunch
Included: Snacks
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Professional Driver/Guide

Not included

Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Sculptureum

2 hours Admission included

Anthony & Sandra Grant after 10 years of development opened their private Sculpture gardens and art gallery to the public. The Sculptureum includes two outdoor sculpture gardens and six indoor galleries from all over the world.
Matakana Village

30 min Admission included

Chocolate Tasting at Warkworth's iconic Chocolate center.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Avani Auckland Metropolis Residences
M Social Hotel Auckland
The Chancellor on Hobson
SkyCity Hotel Auckland
Crowne Plaza Auckland By IHG
Ramada Suites By Wyndham Victoria Street West
Grand Millennium Auckland
Legacy Airedale Hotel Auckland
Four Points by Sheraton Auckland
Auckland City Hotel - Hobson St
VR Queen Street
The Sebel Auckland Viaduct Harbour

and 38 more pickup points

Please let us know where you want us to pick you up. We will arrange to pick you up &

drop you off at your doorstep.

Using your ticket

Kindly note that the final pickup time and location will be confirmed by the tour operator (Auckland & Beyond Tours) within 24 hours prior to the tour.

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.

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
May be operated by a multi-lingual guide.
At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time.
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking.
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required.
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Infant seats must be requested at least 24 hours in advance (extra charges apply)
A minimum of 2 people is required for the tour to operate
Wine tasting is available only to guests who meet the minimum legal drinking age of 18 years.