A 5-hour island escape with premium wine tastings at boutique vineyards and a gourmet beachfront lunch. Your local guide handles everything, so you simply arrive and indulge in exceptional wines, breathtaking coastal views, and a lunch you'll still be talking about long after the day is done.

You'll visit three vineyards across the island, each selected for its unique character and outstanding wines. Enjoy guided tastings led by your sommelier, who will share insights into what you're drinking and how Waiheke's unique microclimate shapes every bottle. Discover why the island produces wines you simply can't find anywhere else.

Then comes lunch — a gourmet beachfront dining experience at a hat-awarded restaurant, the Kiwi equivalent of a Michelin star. Exceptional food, your feet practically in the sand, a glass of something you've just fallen in love with, and five hours that feel like the perfect island indulgence.

Your tour is designed to ensure you return in time for the ferry back to Auckland, but if you’d like to stay longer, your guide can drop you at Oneroa Village to enjoy boutique shops, restaurants, or even dinner by the beach. With ferries running regularly into the night, extending your experience is easy. This shared tour is also a fantastic way to meet fellow travellers - arrive as strangers, leave as friends, and take home unforgettable memories of Waiheke Island.

Itinerary
10:00 AM Depart Auckland via ferry to Waiheke Island (ferry ticket not included)
10:40 AM Meet your guide at Matiatia Wharf
11:00 AM Cable Bay Vineyards – elegant tastings with stunning views over the Gulf
12:00 PM Lunch at Restaurant 372, a beachfront culinary delight with a glass of wine
1:45 PM Postage Stamp Wines – boutique tastings at a rustic local gem
3:00 PM Stonyridge Vineyard – world-renowned wines in a romantic vineyard setting
4:00 PM Tour concludes – choose to return to the ferry or explore Oneroa Village