Auckland City Tour & Kumeu Wine Country Includes Wine Tastings & Lunch
Description
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)
Tour Options
Itinerary
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 suburb with lovely old houses
Main street of downtown Auckland
Suburb of Auckland's North Shore with rich naval history, location of Mt Victoria
Main bridge linking Auckland City with the North Shore
Enjoy views of the marina
Enjoy lunch at Soljans winery and relax with glass of wine and wine tasting
Wine tasting
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)
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.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Departure Point: Your centrally located Auckland hotel - please note pick ups are between 8.30-9am. You will need to contact us for your hotel specific pick up time. Return point: Returns to original departure point at approximately 5:30pm
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- 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
Reviews(19)
What a great time our group had..saw some great scenery and the wine tasting was very nice..had a good choice of red and whites to taste…wonderful and very informative drivers..well done!
Good views of the city. The wine tour was great. Our guide, Jason was knowable and we were not hurried.
The day started with a hotel pickup by our driver/guide Wayne. Once we got started, Wayne narrated interesting facts and history about Auckland. He shared stories and pointed out places of interest. During our stops, Wayne made himself available for any questions or for causal conversations. Throughout the morning, Wayne maintained a wonderful sense of humor and kept everyone in a good mood. Late in the morning, Wayne dropped us off to join the afternoon wine tour and lunch with Mairi. Mairi was pleasant and personable. She mentioned that this was her first time leading this particular tour. You could not tell because she handled things well. Our tour group really got along well. We had a great time together and enjoyed a fine lunch at one of the wineries. Mairi shared information and answered questions as we went along. We headed back late in the afternoon. Everyone expressed how much they enjoyed the tour led by Mairi. If you are considering a wine tour in Auckland, consider this one.
Meredith was our city guide and she was fantastic! We learned a lot about the area and she was so fun and patient with everyone. We had Erin for the wine tasting portion and she was wonderful. It was a great day all around.
Everything was as described - no surprises, which is always nice. The guide was very informative - and provided a lot of insight into the area, the culture, the people. I learned a lot of the history. The vineryards were spectacular. I highly recommend this tour!
The whole trip was memorable. The guides were most informative and helpful throughout. The city tour took us to every part and the winery tour, including lunch, eas superb.
Bush and Beaches were the best - Auckland city tour and Kumeu wine tour. Both were exceptional and very interesting! Full of facts, fascinating scenery, and informative - especially on the wine tour.
This is a great combination - an interesting tour around Auckland and then out in the countryside to visit three lovely wineries. Lunch was great and the wineries were all worth visiting. I highly recommend this excursion.
Fantastic tour with knowledgeable and entertaining guides the whole way! I did the city tour part with Alex and the winery tour with Kelley. Both were outstanding and made the tour lots of fun. I would do this tour again and recommend this to anyone who loves wine and interested in knowing more about Auckland and New Zealand.
This winw tour was excellent. The lunch included was delicious. The tour guide Max was exceptional! highly recommended!
