Waiheke Island Wine and Dine Experience at Stonyridge

On board experience

### Getting there

Your journey begins at Auckland’s ferry terminal, where you board a return walk‑up ferry to Waiheke Island. The 40‑minute crossing offers clear views of the harbor and shoreline. Once you step off the ferry, friendly staff direct you to your meeting point and hand you a one‑day hop‑on pass with live tracking instructions.

### What to expect

Next, take the bus to Stonyridge Vineyard—a small, boutique winery nestled in a sheltered, north‑facing valley. Here, you enjoy a multi‑course lunch. You choose your glass of wine from options like Reserve Pinot Noir, Reserve Viognier, Stonyridge Airfield, or Fallen Angel Rosé, and share the Stonyridge Platter, featuring Italian charcuterie, local cheeses, and artisanal accompaniments. Your guide explains the vineyard’s history and details how its 6‑ha property produces the record‑breaking Bordeaux‑style Larose that has earned global acclaim.

### Exploring Waiheke

After lunch, you use your one‑day hop‑on pass to explore Waiheke at your leisure. The mobile app displays live tracking of stops along the Western Explorer Route, so you can disembark at popular spots such as golden beaches, charming olive groves, and scenic vineyard vistas. You have complete flexibility to design your itinerary and decide how long you wish to linger at each destination.

### Wrapping up

When you’re ready to return, simply board the bus back to the ferry terminal and catch your scheduled return ferry home. Alternatively, if you wish to extend your island experience, your ticket is valid for 12 months—allowing you to return on a later sailing at your convenience.