Taste of Waiheke: Wine and Gourmet Food Tour

4.2(188)7 hoursEnglish, Spanish, French, Italian +16Auckland, New Zealand

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Getting started

Your island wine adventure kicks off at Auckland's Downtown Ferry Terminal for the 10:15am departure. Grab an upper-deck seat to feel the sea breeze as Auckland's skyline recedes and Waiheke's green hills emerge on the horizon during the 35-minute ride.

What to expect

Stepping onto Waiheke soil, you'll spot your Taste of Waiheke coach – your chariot to gourmet paradise! First stop: Allpress Olive Groves, where Waiheke's unique microclimate works its magic. Here, you'll learnhow sea breezes and volcanic soil create olive oils with remarkable character. You can also sample various oils, from buttery smooth to robustly peppery. (The honey and pesto tastings might just have you plotting how to fit bottles in your luggage!)

Next, you'll wind uphill to Batch Winery located at Waiheke's highest point. Batch offers jaw-dropping 360° panoramas of island vineyards and the Hauraki Gulf. Your seasonal two-course lunch here pairs perfectly with their signature wines – including their unique Prosecco-style Thomas sparkling that's among New Zealand's finest. Between bites, your guide will share fascinating insights about Waiheke's wine-growing history.

Wrapping up

The afternoon continues with tastings at Cable Bay, where floor-to-ceiling windows frame postcard-perfect views, and Mudbrick Vineyard – a rustic-chic estate known for its award-winning reds and stunning gardens. By day's end, you'll understand why Waiheke's boutique wineries punch well above their weight on the world stage.

As the 4:30pm ferry glides back to Auckland, you'll have experienced the perfect blend of gourmet delights, stunning landscapes, and island hospitality – all without worrying about maps, reservations, or driving!

Hop aboard the ferry from Auckland and sail into a day of vineyard-hopping. Your private coach awaits at Matiatia–your gateway to Waiheke's world-class wine scene.
At Allpress, taste liquid gold crafted from Waiheke's volcanic soils. Their hand-pressed oils capture the island's sunny microclimate in every drop.
Savor a seasonal two-course lunch at Batch Winery, located at Waiheke's highest point. Panoramic Gulf views and premium wines.
Continue your flavor adventure at Cable Bay and Mudbrick, where award-winning pours complement the views across the sparkling Hauraki Gulf to Auckland's skyline.
This seven-hour wine-lovers dream handles all the details – ferry tickets, tastings, lunch, and transfers – so you can focus on what matters: savoring every sip.

Included

Full-day tour of Waiheke Island from Auckland
English-speaking guide
Return reserve ferry transfers from Auckland to Waiheke Island
Olive oil tasting at Allpress Olive Groves
2-course lunch and a wine tasting at Batch Winery
Wine tasting at Cable Bay Vineyards and Mudbrick Vineyard
Private coach for transfers on Waiheke Island

Not included

Additional wine purchases (available onsite)

Meeting and pickup

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• Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

• Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the boarding point.

• Please arrive at the boarding point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your cruise to avoid any delays.

Boarding point

• Board your cruise at Downtown Ferry Terminal Pier 13.

• Address: Pier 13/14, 117 Quay Street, Auckland Central, Auckland 1010, New Zealand

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Downtown Ferry Terminal Pier 13, 117 Quay Street, Auckland Central, Auckland
Downtown Ferry Terminal Pier 13, 117 Quay Street, Auckland Central, Auckland, AUCKLAND, 1010, New Zealand
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Good to know

Bring your hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen for this experience.
Dress in comfortable clothing, allowing for the tour’s activity levels and locations.
Carry-on luggage for the ferries must be small enough to fit under seats or in designated areas.
Smoking and vaping onboard the ferries are not allowed. Alcohol consumption is only permitted if purchased onboard.
Commercial use of video, photography, or audio recording equipment without prior permission is not permitted.
Children aged 18 years and under are not permitted to participate in this experience.