Waiheke Island seems to be a world beyond the busy metropolises and the concrete jungles. Not just for its beaches and beautiful landscapes; it is also filled with sprawling olive groves and replete with vineyards that produce some of New Zealand’s highest quality wines. Departing from Auckland, you will take a ferry to Waiheke Island, where your first stop is Stonyridge Vineyard. Admire the splendid rows of fine grapes as you enjoy a scrumptious lunch, which will fortify you for your tour of the next location, Rangihoua Estate. Here is where high quality olive oil is made, by the careful gathering of olives and pressing them into the award winning olive oil they are known for, which you’ll be able to try. In the next stop, Casita Miro, your wine tasting begins, sampling some of the vineyard’s most popular wine selections. The same will take place at Mudbrick Vineyard, where in their beautifully maintained gardens you’ll be able to taste their best wines, discerning the bouquets and flavors. Your tour ends with a ferry back to Auckland after enjoying the wonders of the island.

Itinerary

Tour Schedule

• This tour is available on

Monday-Sunday

• This activity is not available on

10 Apr 2020

12 Apr 2020

25 Apr 2020

25 Dec 2020

Taste of Waiheke Day Tour

• 10:40 arrive at Fullers Ferries of Auckland Ferry Terminal
• 11:00 redeem ferry ticket and depart from Auckland Ferry Terminal
• 11:40 arrive at Matiatia Wharf
• 11:50 ride a comfortable bus for travel
• 12:10 visit Stonyridge Vineyard and enjoy the lunch
• 13:20 departs from Stonyirdge Vineyard
• 13:35 visit Casita Miro and indulge wine
• 14:20 departs from Casita Miro
• 14:40 visit Rangihoua Estate and taste olive oil
• 15:20 departs from Rangihoua Estate
• 15:40 visit Mudbrick Vineyard and taste some wine
• 16:35 return to Auckalnd
• 17:40 arrive at Auckland Ferry Terminal Please note that the itinerary is approximate and may be subject to change
• The schedule is subject to change depending on traffic and weather conditions on your activity date

Eligibility

• Children aged 16-17 must be accompanied by a paying adult
• Minimum age requirement: Age 16+ (required to present a valid photo ID), as alcohol is served. Children aged 0-15 are not allowed to join this tour

Additional Information

• Pregnant individuals will not be allowed to join this tour
• Vegetarian options are available for the lunch. Indicate your dietary preferences at the check out page
• Please note that the driver guide can only speak basic English

What to Bring

• Sunscreen
• Camera
• Sunglasses

What to Wear

• Walking shoes
• Suitable outdoor clothing

Meet Up Information

• Please note that this is the time for meeting up with your guide. Please see information below for details on your ferry departure. The guide will hold a “Taste of Waiheke” sign
• Time:

11:40

• Address: Auckland 1081, New Zealand

Waiheke Ferry Terminal

• Please refer to the map for assistance

How To Get There

• Waiheke Island:
• By ferry: A 35 minute ferry ride from the downtown Auckland Ferry Terminal
• Return ferry ticket is included in the package price
• Departure time: 11:00
• Please arrive at Auckland Ferry Terminal 30 minutes prior to the depature time to redeem your ferry ticket
• Auckland Ferry Terminal:
• By private car or taxi: a 15-minute drive from Auckland CBD
• By bus: the closest bus stations are Quay St outside PWC, Lower Albert St near Quay St and Commerce St Between Quay And Tyler. It’s a 5 minute walk from the bus stations