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Jade Carving, Honey & Wine Tasting Private Tour

Location Auckland, North Island, New Zealand
$853.90
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

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.
Jade Carving, Honey & Wine Tasting Private Tour
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 9 hours

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

  • Brick Bay Sculpture Trail
    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.
  • Matakana
    - 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.

  • 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.
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking.
  • Minimum age is 18 years for wine tasting.
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required.
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult.
  • Infant seats must be requested at least 24 hours in advance (extra charges apply).
  • A minimum of 2 people is required for the tour to operate.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires good weather.
    If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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    Jade Carving, Honey & Wine Tasting Private Tour

    Location Auckland, North Island, New Zealand
    $853.90
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!
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