Discover the wines of Waiheke on a day trip from Auckland with a small-group tour that visits boutique vineyards. It’s easy to hop a morning ferry and cross the Hauraki Gulf for the short ride to the island. Your guide meets you upon arrival and shares lively commentary as you head to local vineyards for tastings. Afterward, transfers to your lunch venue of choice and the return ferry are provided.

Wine tastings, bottled water, and island transportation included
Hear insightful commentary about Waiheke
Choose where to eat lunch (at own expense)
Small-group tour limited to 10 people allows for a personalized experience

What's Included

Scenic highlights tour and visits to three exceptional vineyards
Tasting fees for all wines (we prefer to visit vineyards where you will taste Waiheke Wines)
Complementary chilled bottled water
'Waiheke Island of Wine' guides with informative content about the islands wines and terroir
Full commentary - please note English speaking guides and commentary only
Complementary transfers to lunch and to the ferry afterwards

Ferry fares
Lunch

Meeting And Pickup

Meeting point

Waiheke Island
Waiheke Island, Auckland, New Zealand
IMPORTANT> Catch the 9AM ferry from Downtown Auckland. We will meet you on arrival at Waiheke Island at 9.45AM. Make sure to be at the terminal by no later than 8:30am to buy ferry tickets and join the line for boarding. You will be boarded by your place in the line, so be there early!

Start time

09:00 AM

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Ferry Building

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Matiatia Bay (Pass By)

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Not wheelchair accessible
All vineyards have steps and are not wheelchair accessible
Contact us for lunch suggestions
Minimum age is 18 years
Service animals allowed

Near public transportation
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Most travelers can participate
** IMPORTANT - we will ask you to email us direct so we can send lunch suggestions (restaurants are always busy) and details on how to buy ferry tickets.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.

Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local 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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Reviews

5.0

979 reviews

Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews

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Brilliant

Derek_M, Sept 2023

Had a wonderful day exploring the beautiful Waiheke Island and wineries 🍷. Thankyou for showing us this magnificent part of New Zealand Glen you are very knowledgeable.

The tour was great and...

Alexandra_H, Aug 2023

The tour was great and the wine was even better! Our guide gave a great description of the island and some of its history. Each winery was unique and provided a wonderful sampling of terrific wines. Highly recommend!

Response from Host, Aug 2023

Thanks Alexandra, You're so kind, it was a privilege having you on my tour and im glad you enjoyed the day. Glenn

“Everything becomes easier with a glass of wine!”

Emma_B, Jan 2022

Our guide was an absolute star! From pick up to drop off and everything in between, we were really impressed. As the day progressed the vibe got friendlier and friendlier and we connected well with the other groups! Much recommended!

Response from Host, Jan 2022

Many thanks for the lovely review Emma_B, much appreciated! Best wishes Jean

Superb

Jane_C, Mar 2020

Absolutely superb tour on this stunning island. Graham, our hospitable and knowledgable Guide, took us to three welcoming and picturesque wineries - Kennedy Point, Casita Miro and Obsidian. The three tastings were informative, entertaining and generous. Highly recommended.

Response from Host, Mar 2020

Hi Jane_C, thanks so much for your lovely review, I have passed this on to Graham and he was delighted. Best wishes Jean.

Best small group wine tasting

Christina_L, Feb 2020

Not only did we try some spectacular wines, we learned so much about the history of wine in Waiheke. Wayne was a thoughtful tour guide who made the day that much more special!

Wonderful day at waiheke island

Marina_F, Feb 2020

This is a great tour! The island is magical, we went to 3 different boutique vineyards and had lunch at Casita Miro, which I highly recommend!! Great day !

Lost handbag? Jean and team to the rescue!!

snavas021, Feb 2020

Two words: Amazing tour!! The three vineyards chosen were magnificent and the food at Casita Miro was out of this world. Each winery had a beautiful story to tell as well as a beautiful view of the island. At the end of the trip, Jean and team helped my wife and I secure a handbag that was left in the island!! Overall, team was amazing and I highly recommend this tour!

AWESOME TOUR

Tammy_Y, Aug 2019

Mahalo nui loa to Jean and our EXCELLENT tour guide Graham! We thoroughly enjoyed spending our 30th wedding anniversary visiting the wineries and our tasty lunch at Casita Miro. We’d do it again!

Fantastic

micheleanthony, Aug 2019

Tour guide, Graham, was very friendly and informative.and very willing to please. The 3 wineries were exceptional.