PREMIUM WINE tasting = Waiheke Island Wine Tours MAX 11 clients !
Description
''MAXIMUM 11 CLIENTS'' with Scenic tour and PREMIUM WINE TASTINGS! Line up by 8.30am in order to catch the Fullers 0900 ferry to Waiheke, LOOK OUT for your name on the black welcome board, or wait at the I-Site information booth in the ferry terminal by 1000. It's best to use the ferries washrooms, as the terminals often experience long ques. We then embark on a scenic tour taking in some of the wonderful sites fully commentated, before visiting 3 of Waiheke's finest boutique vineyards. We recommend you book your own lunch reservation during the busy summer months. Mudbrick Archive 2pm or Oyster Inn, Fenice or Vino Vino 2.15pm. Or you can just choose one of many local cafes and eateries in the sea side village of Oneroa. Transfers provided back the ferry terminal at 3.45pm, or you may chose to stay on and enjoy more time on the Island and make your own way back to the ferry .
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Itinerary
Catch the 0915 island direct ferry bookable or the fullers 0900 walk up ferry, look for your name on the Guides black board or wait at the information center in the terminal. We then go on a scenic tour with photo stops, all fully commentated, then visit 3 of the best vineyards on the island for Premium tasting with a food and wine pairing at one of the vineyards, lunch stop 2pm We recommend you book in the busy season Mudbrick Archive 1400 or in the village of Oneroa, Oyster inn, or vino vino 2.15 or enjoy one of the many cafe's or eateries, guide will arrange pick ups back to the 4 pm ferry, or stay on the island and catch a later ferry home
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Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- All vineyards have steps and are not wheelchair accessible
- Contact us for lunch suggestions
- Minimum age is 18 years
- ** IMPORTANT - we will ask you to email us direct so we can send lunch suggestions (restaurants are always busy) and details on how to buy ferry tickets.
Reviews(1,456)
This was an amazing tour! Glen included a lot of really interesting history along with his orientation to the various vineyards, and each different tasting showcased a different aspect of Waiheke's wine-making.
So glad you enjoyed the day, Waiheke is such a special place.
This was an amazing experience - not only an opportunity to sample fine wines not universally available, but a look at a wonderful little island and a bit of its history.
Very enjoyable afternoon and Michael was a wonderful host.
We had a great experience, our guide was a true local with lots of knowledge of the island. We started with a 1 hour scenic tour and had the opportunity to step out overlooking one of the beaches. After that, we started on our 3 wineries. The Casa Miro Vineyard was amazing, lovely place with lots of character, nice pairing of wines with olive oil, bread, cheese and olives. Very good wines! Loved the Albarino and Miro Malbec (tasted 5 wines). The Batches Vineyard was also great, tasted 4 wines and our sommelier was very knowledgeable and helpful. Mudbrick Vineyard was our last with a very enjoyable and engaging tasting, very joyful concept of challenging perceptions of wine grapes. We had lunch in the Top restaurant, was fabulous and very Michelin star like, although not for the hungry customer. We loved the tour and the many joyful commentaries from our guide.
What a great day, a knowledgeable and very entertaining guide, we were laughing within a few minutes of meeting him and it only got better. It appeared that he was well known at the wineries we visited and we were so happy with the venues chosen. Would definitely do this tour again.
My partner and I did this tour in late May and it was a highlight of our trip. The wine-to-food ratio was spot on . We never felt rushed or overstuffed, just perfectly paced throughout the day. Our driver was friendly, accommodating, and genuinely knowledgeable . We learned so much about the New Zealand wine industry along the way. Best of all, he gave us space to enjoy the tastings at our own pace rather than hovering at every winery. The small group size made the whole experience feel personal and relaxed. Highly recommend!
Brilliant, im so delighted you enjoyed what i try to achieve on our wine tour, everyones expectations are so different. Thanks Glenn.
It was a beautiful day on Waiheke Island. I was part of a small group (four people), and I enjoyed their company. The wine at the three wineries we visited was great.
Honestly, made friend, saw incredible views, wine was great, just book it.
Terrific wine tour highlighted by experienced local guide Glenn, who has a deep knowledge of the island’s wine history and landscape and a great sense of humour. Three premium wine tastings at some great cellar doors with mix of wines, styles and winery size. Each of them had engaging and knowledgeable staff who helped make the tasting. Glenn really made the logistics super easy with pick-up straight off the ferry, assistance with organising lunch of your choice and also a pick-up service to take you back to the ferry afterwards. I would highly recommend lunch at Mudbrick. Great food and service in a stunning setting. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for a great experience / day of relaxed premium wine tasting and food, with some witty banter, fun and great wine insights attached.
Thanks for the lovely review, we had a great group that day and that sure make it fun for me as well.
Sue was a great tour guide and very knowledgeable about the vineyards and Waiheke in general. Great group - we had a blast!
