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Auckland City Tour & Kumeu Wine Country Includes Wine Tastings & Lunch
About This Tour
Experience the very best of Auckland and vicinity with a morning city tour combined with an afternoon wine tasting in the stunning nearby Kumeu wine country. Take a look at the city’s popular neighborhoods and enjoy great views over the harbor while touring Auckland in the morning. Then spend the afternoon in the Kumeu region to enjoy lunch at a winery restaurant and savor award winning wines at three different wine tastings. The afternoon also includes a visit to the dramatic West Coast of Auckland at Muriwai which has a colony of Gannets over summer.
This is a small-group tour in a luxury vehicle, limited to 8 people. (the morning city tour will have up to 17 - maximum 8 for the afternoon wine tour)
This is a small-group tour in a luxury vehicle, limited to 8 people. (the morning city tour will have up to 17 - maximum 8 for the afternoon wine tour)
What's Included
✓ Included
- Experience West Coast Beach with a Local Guide
- 3 wine tastings
- Viewing of Gannet bird colony (Aug-April)
- Auckland City tour with central city pickup/drop off
- Transport in air conditioned luxury vehicle
- Vineyard lunch with a glass of wine
✗ Not Included
- Gratuities
Itinerary
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Enjoy a morning of Auckland Sightseeing before heading out for an afternoon of wine tasting (including lunch).
Inner city park and home to the famous Auckland Museum
Inner city park and home to the famous Auckland Museum
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Inner city suburb with lovely old houses
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Main street of downtown Auckland
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Suburb of Auckland's North Shore with rich naval history, location of Mt Victoria
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Main bridge linking Auckland City with the North Shore
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Enjoy views of the marina
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Enjoy lunch at Soljans winery and relax with glass of wine and wine tasting
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Wine tasting
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Enjoy time at Muriwai Beach & see the gannets flying off in the distance. The black sand & surf waves of Muriwai are stunning.
(gannet colony will be visited again once the path reopens)
(gannet colony will be visited again once the path reopens)
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Your 3rd wine tasting location is either Hunting Lodge or Vineyard Cottages, depending on availability:
Nestled in the heart of Waimauku, Hunting Lodge Vineyard offers a relaxed yet refined wine experience, where sustainable practices and modern winemaking meet a rich family heritage. Guests can enjoy a curated tasting of elegant, cool-climate wines while taking in the scenic surroundings of rolling vines and native bush. It’s a perfect stop to unwind, learn about local winemaking, and savour the character of New Zealand’s unique terroir.
Or
Visit Vineyard Cottages where you will taste a hand-picked selection of local varietals, from elegant Chardonnay and characterful Pinot Gris to rich reds and vibrant rosé. This relaxed, hosted tasting is designed to connect you with the stories, flavours and personalities behind the wines. Sip slowly, ask questions, compare styles and discover why this small but mighty region continues to surprise and delight wine lovers from around the world.
Nestled in the heart of Waimauku, Hunting Lodge Vineyard offers a relaxed yet refined wine experience, where sustainable practices and modern winemaking meet a rich family heritage. Guests can enjoy a curated tasting of elegant, cool-climate wines while taking in the scenic surroundings of rolling vines and native bush. It’s a perfect stop to unwind, learn about local winemaking, and savour the character of New Zealand’s unique terroir.
Or
Visit Vineyard Cottages where you will taste a hand-picked selection of local varietals, from elegant Chardonnay and characterful Pinot Gris to rich reds and vibrant rosé. This relaxed, hosted tasting is designed to connect you with the stories, flavours and personalities behind the wines. Sip slowly, ask questions, compare styles and discover why this small but mighty region continues to surprise and delight wine lovers from around the world.
Good to Know
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- A maximum of 14 people per booking
- Minimum 2 adults required for the tour to run
- You must be 18 years of age or older to participate in this tour