Waiheke Island: Sip and Savor 3 Vineyards Tour with Lunch
Waiheke Island, Auckland
Sip and savour a variety of world-class wines perfectly paired with gourmet bites on a boutique Waiheke Island experience. Relax and enjoy a lavish lunch with a glass of wine in a picturesque setting.
Waiheke Island Wine and Food Tasting Tour
This small-group tour on Waiheke Island suits wine lovers keen to sample award-winning olive oils, premium wines, and food pairings.
Highlights
- Sip and savour award-winning island olive oil and premium wines
- Enjoy food pairing wine tastings at three boutique vineyards
- Hear local stories from experienced guides
- Relax with a maximum of 11 people per vehicle
- Experience a VIP tour with pre-booked vineyard stops and no queues
Description
This tour focuses on taste experiences, combining award-winning olive oil and wines with food pairings at three boutique vineyards on Waiheke Island. After wine and olive oil tastings, enjoy a shared platter or main lunch with a glass of wine.
The meeting point is Matiatia Wharf on Waiheke Island. If arriving from Auckland, take the 9:00 AM Fullers ferry (tickets available online or at the wharf). Your tour guide will welcome you on arrival, identified by a surfboard sign displaying your name and 'The Wine Tasting Company'.
Sample Itinerary
- 8:15 AM: Arrive at Auckland ferry terminal for 9:00 AM sailing to Waiheke Island
- 9:00 AM: Depart Auckland on Fullers ferry, or pickup from Waiheke accommodation
- 9:45 AM: Arrive at Waiheke Island; greeted by your local tour guide
- 9:50 AM: Tour begins
- 10:00 AM: Explore Oneroa Village, with time for coffee or souvenirs
- 11:00 AM: Visit first vineyard for wine tastings
- 12:00 PM: Visit second vineyard for food pairing wine tastings
- 1:00 PM: Lunch with shared platter or main course plus beverage
- 3:00 PM: Visit third vineyard for wine tastings
- 4:00 PM: End of tour, depart Waiheke on ferry back to Auckland or drop-off at accommodation
Includes
- Pickup and drop-off from Matiatia Wharf Waiheke Island
- Shared platter or main lunch with a glass of wine
- Wine tastings at three boutique vineyards, some paired with food
- Transport around the island
- Local guide with live commentary
- All tasting fees
Excludes
- Ferry tickets to Waiheke Island from Auckland
Important Information
- Participants must be 18 years or older and bring photo identification
- Itinerary is subject to change based on seasonal vineyard availability
- Not suitable for children under 18
- Advise dietary requirements when booking by adding notes
- Wear comfortable shoes
- Eat breakfast before the tour
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
For the best experience, bring photo ID, wear sensible shoes, and purchase ferry tickets in advance. Booking early is recommended during peak seasons.
