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All-Inclusive Waiheke Island Gourmet Food and Wine Tour w Oysters

Location Waiheke Island, North Island, New Zealand
$200.61
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

Waiheke Island boasts a culinary journey that tantalizes the taste buds at three exquisite vineyards, each offering unique gourmet delights to complement their wines. With over 25 years of experience, Ananda Tours ensures an unforgettable experience crafted by local expertise and deep-rooted connections.

  • 🍷 Gourmet Food and Wine Tour: Delight in a 5-hour and 30-minute journey featuring wine tastings at two renowned vineyards and a family-style lunch.
  • 🚐 Enjoy the comfort of an air-conditioned vehicle as you travel through the stunning landscapes of Waiheke Island.
  • 🍽️ Savor a delicious lunch served family-style, showcasing local flavors and seasonal ingredients.
  • 🥂 Indulge in wine tastings at two distinct vineyards, each paired with gourmet bites that enhance the tasting experience.
  • 🥃 Conclude your tour at The Heke Brewery & Distillery, where you can choose between a small-batch craft whisky tasting or a glass of local wine.
  • 🌿 Experience an olive oil tasting, learning about the production process while sampling a variety of exquisite oils.
  • 🗣️ Benefit from live commentary provided by a knowledgeable local guide, sharing insights and stories about the island.
  • 👥 Join a group tour with a maximum of 15 participants, ensuring an intimate and engaging experience.
  • 🦪 Enjoy complimentary snacks, including fresh Waiheke oysters, subject to seasonal availability.

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All-Inclusive Waiheke Island Gourmet Food and Wine Tour w Oysters
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 5 hours 30 minutes

  • Drop-off at Matiatia Wharf or Oneroa Village
  • Commentary from a local Waiheke guide
  • Hosted wine tasting at Kennedy Point Vineyard, with two Te Matuku Bay oysters per person and local Waiheke honey
  • Wine tasting and wine and food pairing at Casita Miro
  • Whisky and spirit tasting or a glass of wine at The Heke
  • Tasting at The Heke: local beer, gin, whisky and a liqueur
  • Family-style Mediterranean tapas lunch at Casita Miro, with a glass of wine
  • Extra virgin olive oil tasting at Allpress Estate
  • Transport around Waiheke Island in a small coach
  • Gratuities
  • Additional drinks at lunch
  • Ferry tickets to and from Waiheke Island

Meeting point
The tour starts on Waiheke Island, not in Auckland. Meet your guide at Matiatia Wharf at 9.50am. From Auckland, catch the 9am Fullers ferry or the 9.15am Island Direct ferry from the Downtown Auckland ferry terminal at 99 Quay St. Ferry tickets are not included. Buy them before you travel.
Return details
The tour starts on Waiheke Island, not in Auckland. Meet your guide at Matiatia Wharf at 9.50am. From Auckland, catch the 9am Fullers ferry or the 9.15am Island Direct ferry from the Downtown Auckland ferry terminal at 99 Quay St. Ferry tickets are not included. Buy them before you travel.

  • At 9:50AM, your guide meets you as you come off the ferry, wearing Ananda Tours branding and carrying a sign board. Guests already staying on Waiheke meet the guide here too. (pass by)
  • Views across the Hauraki Gulf towards the Coromandel Peninsula on the way to the first stop. (pass by)
  • Kennedy Point Vineyard
    A hosted tasting of certified organic wines, which may include Syrah, Merlot, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay and Rosé. Two Te Matuku Bay oysters each are paired with one of the wines, alongside local Waiheke honey and estate olive oil.
  • An extra virgin olive oil tasting and an introduction to how the island's olive oil is produced, with several oils to compare.
  • A Spanish-inspired vineyard with an art deco pavilion and sea and vineyard views. A wine and food pairing, then a family-style Mediterranean tapas lunch with a glass of wine.
  • The Heke Brewery & Distillery Tours and Experiences
    The home of Waiheke Whisky and Waiheke Brewing Co. A tasting of local beer, gin, whisky and a liqueur.
  • Choose to be dropped at Matiatia Wharf for your ferry back to Auckland, or in Oneroa Village to explore at your own pace. (pass by)

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour is for adults aged 18 and over.
  • The tour starts on Waiheke Island, not in Auckland. Meet your guide at Matiatia Wharf at 9.50am.
  • From Auckland, catch the 9am Fullers ferry or the 9.15am Island Direct ferry from the Downtown Auckland ferry terminal at 99 Quay St. The crossing takes 35 to 45 minutes.
  • Ferry tickets are not included. Buy them before you travel.
  • Allow extra time at the ferry terminal, especially at weekends and in peak season.
  • Already staying on Waiheke? Meet your guide at Matiatia Wharf at 9.50am.
  • Missed your ferry? Call Ananda Tours on +64 9 372 7530 straight away. A team member will meet you and bring you to the tour.
  • Groups are limited to 15 guests.
  • Not suitable for vegans. Strict kosher diets cannot be catered for.
  • Other dietary requirements and allergies can be catered for. Let us know before you travel.
  • Te Matuku Bay oysters are seasonal. If they are unavailable, they are replaced with another gourmet treat.
  • Tasting and lunch venues may change with availability. Any substitute is of equal quality.
  • The tour runs in the rain. Vehicles carry umbrellas.
  • Alcohol cannot be consumed inside the vehicles.
  • Booking for a group of 8 or more adults? You can book this tour as a private group at the same price per person.
  • Not suitable for wheelchair users.
  • Not recommended for vegans
  • Not sutable for severe nut allergy. For any anaphylactic allergies, an Epipen must be carried.
  • 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.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers.
    If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met,
    you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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    All-Inclusive Waiheke Island Gourmet Food and Wine Tour w Oysters

    Location Waiheke Island, North Island, New Zealand
    $200.61
    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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