Jade Carving, Honey & Wine Tasting Private Tour

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9 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Discover the charm of Matakana on this elegant private tour just 45 minutes north of Auckland, where creativity, fine wine, and natural beauty meet in perfect harmony. Designed for curious travellers, this journey blends art, flavour, and authentic local experiences.

Start with a scenic drive to the Brick Bay Sculpture Trail. Walk through peaceful native bush where striking contemporary artworks are integrated into the landscape.

Enjoy a relaxed wine tasting of some of the region’s best wines, followed by lunch in a suspended glasshouse restaurant with views of vineyards and gardens.

Explore Matakana Village’s boutique shops offering artisan crafts and local treasures. Then, join a local artist in a hands-on Pounamu (Jade) carving session where you will create your own necklace to take home.

End the day with a honey tasting and a nature walk, learning about New Zealand’s native plants and the vital role of bees. Return to Auckland with a handcrafted souvenir and lasting memories.

What's Included

Private transportation
All taxes, fees and handling charges
WiFi on board
Bottled water
Honey tasting & native bush walk
Snacks
Lunch in a suspended glass restaurant
All entry tickets & guided tours
Air-conditioned vehicle
Join a Pounamu (Jade) carving session with an artist to craft your own necklace to take home
Professional Driver/Guide
Wine Tasting
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Please let us know where you want us to pick you up. We will arrange to pick you up & drop you off from your doorstep.

Itinerary

Duration: 9 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Brick Bay Sculpture Trail is a 2 km outdoor art walk set in native bush and vineyards near Snells Beach, north of Auckland. Featuring over 60 contemporary sculptures by New Zealand artists, the trail blends art with nature in a stunning landscape. Visitors can also enjoy wine and seasonal food at The Glass House restaurant overlooking a tranquil lake.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 2

    - Wine Tasting & lunch in a suspended glass restaurant. - Visit Matakana Village Boutique Shops. - Pounamu (Jade) carving with an artist to make your own necklace. - Honey tasting & native bush walk.

    6 hours Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide.
  • At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time.
Supplied by Auckland & Beyond Tours

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Private Sightseeing Tours
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Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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