Waiheke Island: Private Sunset Wine Tour & 2 Course Dinner
Coromandel Peninsula, Auckland
Looking for a unique way to explore the beauty of Waiheke Island? Get away from the crowds & enjoy a private wine tour at sunset. Indulge in wine tastings and a 2 course dinner at iconic local venues
Evening Wine Tour on Waiheke Island
This small-group tour on Waiheke Island offers exclusive evening access to premium vineyards, guided wine tastings, and a gourmet two-course dinner during sunset.
Highlights
- Exclusive evening access to two premier Waiheke vineyards
- Guided wine tastings and storytelling at each venue
- Gourmet two-course dinner with wine at a top island restaurant
- Scenic sunset views over vineyards and the Hauraki Gulf
- Intimate group size for personalised attention
Description
Start your evening at Batch Winery, located atop one of Waiheke’s highest vineyards, offering 360° views over the Hauraki Gulf, Auckland, and the Coromandel Peninsula. Experience their boutique wines in a stylish cellar-door setting.
Next, visit Postage Stamp Wines in Onetangi Valley, known for small-batch artisan wines and an intimate tasting environment as the sky changes colour.
Conclude with a gourmet two-course dinner at either Mudbrick – The Archive Bar & Bistro, featuring a hillside terrace overlooking the gulf, or Ki Maha, an award-winning seaside dining venue by Onetangi Beach. Both offer refined cuisine matched with wine and memorable views.
The full tour lasts approximately 4 hours, from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
Tour Schedule
- 3:00 PM: Recommended Fullers ferry departs Auckland
- 4:15 PM: Start at Batch Winery
- 5:15 PM: Visit Postage Stamp Wines
- 6:00 PM: Gourmet dinner at chosen venue
- 8:00 PM: Tour ends on Waiheke Island, allowing connection to return ferries
Includes
- Pick-up from Waiheke accommodation or Matiatia/Kennedy ferry terminal
- Dedicated knowledgeable tour guide
- Wine tastings at selected vineyards
- Two-course dinner at a designated restaurant
- Return ferry tickets
Excludes
- Additional wine and food at dinner beyond included courses
Important Information
- Ferry travel is required from Downtown Auckland to Matiatia Ferry Terminal (approximately 40 minutes)
- Recommended ferry departure: 3:00 PM Fullers sailing, arriving at Waiheke around 3:40 PM
- Meeting point: Pier 2, Matiatia Ferry Terminal
- Meeting time: 3:40 PM – 3:55 PM
- Your guide will have a sign with your name; if not found, meet at the Māori bronze statue at the terminal entrance
- Tour finish: Approx. 8:00 PM on Waiheke Island with return ferry connections available
- For questions, contact +64 27 800 0298
- This is a premium, private experience designed for small groups
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
Booking Tips
Book the 3:00 PM ferry from Auckland for a smooth start. Wear comfortable shoes and bring a light jacket for cooler evening temperatures.
