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Discover the flavours, craftsmanship and spectacular scenery of Waiheke Island on Taste & Graze, a premium small-group tour limited to 10 guests.
Begin with a scenic ferry journey from city centre Auckland across the Hauraki Gulf. On arrival, your local guide will welcome you and share island stories, cultural insights and favourite locations throughout the day.
Your first destination is iconic Mudbrick Vineyard. Surrounded by sun-drenched vines and Mediterranean-style gardens, enjoy a hosted premium wine tasting at the rustic cellar door while admiring breathtaking views across the Hauraki Gulf towards Auckland.
Next, visit The Heke, Waiheke’s acclaimed craft brewery and distillery, set among four acres of gardens. Join an expert-led brewery and distillery tour to discover how its premium whisky and craft beer are made from grain to glass. Learn about the ingredients, techniques and passion behind each creation before tasting locally crafted whisky and beer.
Continue to the elegant Allpress Olive Groves for a premium guided tasting of award-winning extra virgin olive oils. Learn how the olives are grown, harvested and pressed on Waiheke, while discovering the distinctive flavours of each handcrafted oil.
Following your tasting, enjoy a gourmet seasonal lunch at Allpress Olive Groves. Surrounded by beautiful gardens and mature olive trees, you’ll dine on fresh local produce in a sophisticated yet relaxed setting—the perfect place to slow down and experience Waiheke’s celebrated food culture.
Your final stop is Batch Winery, located at the highest point on Waiheke Island. Take in magnificent 360-degree views across rolling vineyards, native bush, coastline and sparkling seas before returning to Matiatia Ferry Terminal.
With only 10 guests, Taste & Graze feels more like a wonderful day out with friends than a traditional sightseeing tour. There is time to relax, ask questions and meet the passionate people behind Waiheke’s wine, whisky, beer, olive oil and food.
Return ferry tickets from Auckland are included, making your experience effortless from beginning to end. Travel with New Zealand’s most-reviewed wine tour company on Google, backed by thousands of five-star reviews.
Itinerary:
• Return ferry journey between Auckland and Waiheke Island
• Welcome at Matiatia Ferry Terminal
• Mudbrick Vineyard – hosted premium wine tasting and Hauraki Gulf views
• 11:00 am: The Heke – guided brewery and distillery tour with whisky and beer tastings
• 12:15 pm: Allpress Olive Groves – olive oil tasting and gourmet seasonal lunch
• 1:50 pm: Batch Winery – spectacular 360-degree island and coastal views
• 2:40 pm: Return to Matiatia Ferry Terminal
• 3:00 pm: Ferry departure for Auckland
