Boutique Waiheke Island Wine, Gin and Food Tour

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Waiheke Island, New Zealand

6 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Explore the culinary delights of Waiheke Island on this exclusive five-stop tour, curated by local hosts Joe and Jen. Begin your journey with a tasting of exquisite extra-virgin olive oil at Allpress Olive Groves, followed by handcrafted gin or vodka at Waiheke Distilling Co accompanied by a selection of gourmet bruschetta. Savour the award-winning wines at Jasper Ridge Estate and Te Motu Estate, surrounded by stunning vineyards. Enjoy a delicious lunch at the renowned Three Seven Two restaurant, featuring fresh, local fare and complimentary drinks. This intimate tour is limited to eleven guests for a personalized experience.

- Duration: 6 hours
- Maximum of 11 guests for a personal touch
- All tastings and gourmet lunch included

What's Included

Alcoholic Beverages
All tasting fees
Lunch
Air-conditioned vehicle
Accompanying shared gourmet food at the distillery tasting

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Matiatia Wharf

Your host will have a board with WOW Tours on itm, and they will greet you at the Ferry Terminal at Matiatia, Waiheke Island

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 6 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Te Motu Estate. Overlooking Onetangi Valley & surrounded by sweeping hills & picturesque vines, you’ll feel like you’ve been transported to another world. Here we taste their range of complex Bordeaux style wines. An absolute must for all who visit the Waiheke.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 2

    Jasper Ridge Estate. Real Review named their 2024 rosé the #1 rosé in New Zealand! In amongst their stunning vines, you’ll be expertly guided through their world-class wine range & styles, & maybe even some curated guest wines if available!

    45 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 3

    A short drive will take us to gorgeous Onetangi beach, the location of our hosted lunch - the stunning Three Seven Two restaurant. We thought long & hard about sharing our ‘local’ with you, but hey, how could we not?!! Multi-award winning food with a truly glorious beachside view! We’ll enjoy shared breads & olive oil, then a main course of your choice accompanied by complimentary wine, beer, cider or soft drink from their extensive menu. Oh and if available on the day, why not add on some world famous Te Matuku oysters?! After lunch we can enjoy a stroll on the golden sands of Onetangi beach, grabbing some pics & enjoying the wondrous South Pacific sea air!

    1 hour 15 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 4

    Waiheke Distilling Co. which boasts some of the most stunning panoramic views on the island. In the setting of their beautiful garden bar & woolshed we’ll taste hand crafted boutique gin or botanical vodka served tasting board style with premium mixers, ice & garnishes. To accompany we will have gourmet bruschetta cooked up by resident chef extraordinaire Alberto. We think a trip out to Waiheke Distilling Co. is a true gem of the island!

    50 minutes Admission ticket included
  • Waiheke Island (Pass by)

    As a local Waiheke couple who have a passion for the produce & venues on the island, we have personally curated a five-stop tour that showcases the wide range of world-class offerings we have right here on our doorstep. With Joe as your host & driver, you will be transported across the island in the comfort of our luxury air-conditioned vehicle & as we wish to keep our experience intimate & personal, we ensure a maximum of eleven guests per tour. Let us guide you away from the ‘norm’ to share what Waiheke Island is to us… a truly authentic & unforgettable experience just a little bit off the usual beaten track.

    Admission ticket free
  • 5

    An Extra Virgin Olive Oil tasting experience, tasting single varietals and blends that capture the island in every bottle.

    30 minutes Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Kia Ora! Waiheke Island is a small island in the Hauraki Gulf and as such must be reached by ferry from downtown Auckland. There are two main ferry companies that service the island: ISLAND DIRECT Island Direct is the locals choice and the one that we advise you use to book your return ferry journey. We would advise that you promptly book your ferry now that you have confirmed your WOW Tour with us. Using the same date as your WOW Tour booking - please book the 9:15am Auckland to Waiheke and the 4:20pm return. You can book Island Direct online. We highly recommend you book your ferry tickets early and with Island Direct. This way you are guaranteed a seat and only need to arrive to Island Direct's Pier 13 up to 10 mins before the ferry departure time. Island Direct also have a ticketing machine next to Pier 13.
  • FULLERS FERRY SERICE Should Island Direct be unavailable or you prefer to use Fullers, you can book tickets online. There are also numerous ticketing machines at the Downtown Ferry Terminal. To meet with our tour we advise that you are on the 9:00am Fullers departure from Auckland. Please be aware that Fullers operate on a first come, first served basis and that arriving at least 60 minutes prior to departure time is highly advised. In peak season the queues for Fullers can be very long so please give yourself plenty of time.
Supplied by WOW Tours NZ - Waiheke Island

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Wine Tastings
Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Culinary Tours
Ports of Call Tours
Wine Tours
Shore Excursions
Small Group
Food & Drink
Spring Break
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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