Take the 12.00pm Fullers ferry to Matiatia Wharf at Waiheke Island where your driver will greet you there with a welcome sign.You will be accompanied by one of our experienced guides, who are all intimately familiar with Waiheke’s history, culture, people and produce (and great wine enthusiasts themselves). The tour visits three vineyards for wine tasting as well as a vineyard/microbrewery. A grazing platter style lunch is included at the second vineyard where you can sit back and enjoy a mix of seafood, meats, cheeses and vegetables. After lunch you will visit a vineyard and microbrewery for tasting before making your way back to the 6 pm ferry back to Auckland.If you would like to linger a little longer on the island then we can arrange a dinner booking at a venue of your choice or drop off into Oneroa Village and enjoy the evening at your leisure.
Tantalus Estate
Passage Rock Winery
Waiheke Distilling Co.
The Afternoon Artisan Food And Wine Tour - Auckland
Tour Information
Key Details
- Mobile Voucher Accepted
- Hotel pickup Available
- Duration: 5 Hrs 30 Mins
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Language:
English
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Departure Time :
12:00 PM Tour departs within walking distance of the cruise port
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Return Details :
Please catch the 12pm Fullers ferry from Downtown Auckland to Waiheke Island. We will meet you on arrival with a signboard as you disembark on Waiheke Island (Matiatia Wharf). Ferry ticket not include.. read more
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Cancellation Policy : This activity is non-refundable Tours booked using discount coupon codes will be non refundable.
Overview
Discover Waihekes Eastern End on this small group tour and escape the summer crowds. This tour operates daily from 1st Nov - 30th April and visits some of the lesser known 'off the beaten track' venues, tasting local beer, wine & gin.Know More about this tour
Itinerary:
Take the 12.00pm Fullers ferry to Matiatia Wharf at Waiheke Island where your driver will greet you there with a welcome sign. You will be accompanied by one of our experienced guides, who are all intimately familiar with Waiheke’s history, culture, people and produce (and great wine enthusiasts themselves). The tour visits three vineyards for wine tasting as well as a vineyard/microbrewery. A grazing platter style lunch is included at the second vineyard where you can sit back and enjoy a mix of seafood, meats, cheeses and vegetables. After lunch you will visit a vineyard and microbrewery for tasting before making your way back to the 6 pm ferry back to Auckland. If you would like to linger a little longer on the island then we can arrange a dinner booking at a venue of your choice or drop off into Oneroa Village and enjoy the evening at your leisure.
Tantalus Estate
Passage Rock Winery
Waiheke Distilling Co.
Inclusions
- Local guide
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Small group tour (shared with others) Minimum 2 people - Maximum 10 pax people
- Lunch (Vineyard Platter)
- Visit a Micro Brewery, Winery & Gin Distillery
- Local taxes
- Live commentary on board
Exclusions
- Ferry Tickets (these can be purchased at the Fullers ferry terminal at 99 Quay st)
- Gratuities
Additional Info
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum age is 18 years
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Traveler Reviews
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We thoroughly enjoyed this trip with our three adult children.. The island was gorgeous and Janis our guide did a wonderful job driving and providing context for what we were seeing. Every location had amazing views. The wines were good (and plentiful). The gin distillery was breathtaking in its location and the tasting was a new experience for us. We struck up wonderful conversations with the other guests and would have continued much longer if we didn’t have to end on time. We were all pleased with the food also. Janis made it a wonderful experience and even made us dinner reservations and dropped us off so we could spend a little more time on the island. We highly recommend this trip!
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We had a fantastic time with Michael, although we are here for the Soccer, he and i bonded over rugby and the recent all blacks defeat of south africa, Kevin Dotts and Ellen Dotts, Michael was very knowledgeable on all things across the island we had great food and wine throughout the trip, we would visit again,
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What a great couple of tours, we did 2 half day tours and it allowed us to see a large chunk of the island. Both Jannis and Deb were wonderful guides with great knowledge and a passion for the island and the wines. We went to a Gin distillery and had a couple of lovely lunches. We were lucky that we were the only ones on one tour and only one other couple on the other as we came In their quiet season… very happy about that. I highly recommend this tour group for your Waiheke Island experience.
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Karen was a knowledgeable and kind guide. Would recommend this tour to family and friends. Great way to get around the island and get a taste of the amazing wine and gin it has to offer. Food was more than we expected and one of the best meals we had on our trip.
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A great half day introduction to Waiheke Island. Two wineries with some excellent wines to taste, a truly gourmet lunch and topped off with a gin tasting looking out at one of the most spectacular coastal views you could see anywhere.
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Our office Christmas party was the Afternoon Artisan tour on the 19th of Nov' 2022. The venues were all excellent. Our tour host Michael was fantastic - informative, funny and patient, the perfect host for an office social event!
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Great tour with Michael. Very personable host and a very entertaining and enjoyable afternoon. Thanks again.
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Michael was incredibly knowledgeable and made the tour very enjoyable. I highly recommend this tour company.
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Our whole experience was amazing. Our host was great and had a wealth of knowledge around waiheke wines and wines in general. Absolutely loved it and would not hesitate to recommend to anyone
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Lovely few ours of wine tasting with food matches. Really enjoyed the Rangihoua Olive Grove. Lance was an informative and fun guide!