Matakana Scenic Coastal Getaway from Auckland
Description
Visit the picturesque wine region of Matakana. Just an hour north of Auckland you can see native forest and giant tree ferns before you pass through beautiful sheep, cattle and deer country. See an 900 year old Kauri tree. You will enjoy a memorable open menu one course lunch at award winning Plume Vineyard Restaurant and also taste their Runner Duck Estate Wines. We visit three different wine producers which may vary on the day depending on availability.
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Itinerary
Omaha Bay Vineyard is a charming family owned winery Estate producing excellent Bordeaux and Rhone Varieties like Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot and Syrah. They also produce flora, Pinot Gris and Chardonnay. Perched up on a hill there are magnificent views of the pacific ocean in the distance. They also showcase a selection of art and paintings produced by local artists and sculptors
Enjoy a delicious lunch at award winning Plume Vineyard Restaurant and taste a range of their excellent Runner Duck Estate wines produced from their own vineyards
Taste wine from grapes grown on their own 20 acre vineyard. We take lunch at Brick Bay Vineyard cafe occasionally depending on availability. Grapes grown include Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, Syrah and Malbec. They also produce a lovely Rose' and sparkling Methode Traditionelle
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What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We collect from all major hotels and most accommodations in the Auckland Central Business District (CBD) the drinking age in New Zealand is 18 years. If you look under 25 years of age you may be required to produce age identification. The only forms of ID acceptable by law are New Zealand Drivers Licence, HANZ card or International Passport
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum drinking age is 18 years
- Dress code is smart casual
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Reviews(34)
This tour easily exceeded my expectations, which were already pretty high. John was excellent insofar as he made the trip both entertaining and educational. His knowledge of the history was impressive and his personality made it seem like you were touring with a friend. Without a doubt, I would not hesitate to recommend this trip.
Our second tour with John, and another fabulous experience. John is an excellent host & guide, and is very knowledgable on a wide range of topics. The time in the van passed very quickly with such an engaging host. Lunch at Plume was wonderful. Thanks for a great day!
Hi Sally and Christopher, it was so wonderful to catch up with you again after our last trip to Waiheke Island years ago. Repeat clients pay me a great honour. I'm so pleased you enjoyed the Matakana Scenic Coastal Getaway Tour and that the lunch at Plume met with your best expectation. It's easy to have great conversations when my clients are so interesting. You can follow my business travels and wine news on FB or Insta @nzwinepro My best regards Till we hopefully meet again. John
John, our guide was EXCELLENT as well as the tour. We had a private tour which we loved and allowed for flexibility. Highly recommend this tour with John.
Hi Maryanne, Thanks for your fantastic review of the Matakana Scenic Coastal Getaway Tour. I'm so pleased you enjoyed my favourite wine region to visit. I hope you'll stay in touch through FB or Instagram If you come back to NZ in the future and need some info or advice on places to go, or things to do...feel free to reach out. Thanks again for choosing NZWINEPRO® Best regards - John McFarlane
We traveled to two wineries and had a nice selection of wines at each one. John is very knowledgeable about wine, this region, and was a great host. He engaged his passengers to see what everyone wanted to do. The lunch at the Plume was delicious. We would definitely recommend this tour.
Our tour guide John, was really great with commentary and had a very good knowledge of New Zealand. The winery’s were very nice. We had a very relaxing day going to the first winery, we also order a baked Camembert and crackers for $18, which was just heavenly to have with the wine tasting. We then headed off to Plume restaurant and winery. We did some more wine tastings followed by a very nice meal meal. The scenic stops allowed us to encompass the areas outside of Auckland. We thoroughly enjoy he day.
Hi Gina, Thanks for your great review and sharing your experience with others, I'm so happy you enjoyed your tour. New Zealand Cheese is definitely very good by any world standard so I'm glad you got to try some. I hope you'll follow NZWINEPRO® on Facebook or Instagram where I post interesting things I come across on tour. Best regards - John McFarlane
Exceptional! The knowledge and background oaboutvthe area & the vineyards by our guide John was incredible! Highly 10*! Recommend!
Hi Julie, Thanks for your wonderful review. I'm glad my guiding gets a 10* Thanks so much for the positive recommendation and feedback. I do hope you'll follow my business @nzwinepro on Facebook or Instagram where I post things of interest I come across on tour. Best regards - John McFarlane
John made sure we had a great experience. Went to the wineries, the beach, honey store, and a few more picturesque stops. We highly recommend this tour. It was the highlight of our trip. Thanks John for everything. Most importantly for being a safe driver.
Would definitely recommend. Driver/tour guide very knowledgeable. Beautiful scenery, good food......
This tour lived up to all the positive reviews! John is an amazing guide with a wealth of knowledge about wine and the local area. Although the weather didn’t cooperate the tour was still great! The food at the winery was exceptional! All around fantastic day! Highly recommend!!!
Hi Michael, Thanks for your excellent review. The weather in Auckland can be fickle in March but at least it doesn't affect the wine and food. I'm thrilled you enjoyed your NZWINEPRO® Tour I hope you'll follow NZWINEPRO® on Facebook and Instagram to stay in touch. All the best - John McFarlane
This winery tour was very enjoyable and John was so knowledgeable, he provided running commentary about the places we visited and New Zealand. We visited a number of beautiful scenic places on our way to two wineries. The wineries and lunch were superb and I would highly recommend this tour.
Dear Kerrie, Tanks for taking the time to write your excellent review. So happy you enjoyed the inclusions and lunch and that it all met with your best expection. I hope you'll follow NZWINEPRO™ on instagram and Facebook where I post interesting information and photos of things I come across on my travels. Kindest regards - John McFarlane
