Brews, Spirits & Views of Waiheke Tour

BREWS, SPIRITS & VIEWS OF WAIHEKE TOUR- $395pp

Take a journey into the world of Waiheke Island’s craft beer and distilled spirits and experience a unique tasting adventure!

Experience the unique taste of local spirits, learn about how they are distilled, and take in the stunning scenery all in one unforgettable tour.

• Taste a range of locally-made craft beers
• Enjoy a delightful lunch at The Heke!
• Learn about the island from your local guide’s engaging commentary!

The tour starts at either the Matiatia ferry terminal or your Waiheke accommodation. You’ll be picked up by a modern vehicle and taken to the first location of the day, Waiheke Distilling Co., which is situated on the Eastern End of Waiheke Island, offering panoramic views of the islands of Pakatoa, Rotoroa, and Ponui. Here, you can unwind, take in the breathtaking scenery, and savour a taste of Waiheke’s gin while learning about gin botanicals.

Next, we will head into Onetangi to visit The Heke, Waiheke’s craft distillery and brewery. Tucked within four acres of stunning gardens, The Heke offers a peaceful setting to savour a premium single malt whisky and beer tasting. You’ll get to try two single malt whiskies, each aged for at least five years, along with the new-make spirit, followed by a refreshing Heke lager. Lunch will be served at The Heke Kitchen, offering a delightful shared grazing-style menu.

Our journey then takes you to Tantalus Estate for a craft beer tasting in the beautiful Onetangi Valley on Waiheke Island. At Alibi Brewery, you’ll get to try a fantastic variety of seasonal beers, all made using the wonderful flavours, flora, and fauna from the Estate grounds.

After your tour, your Waiheke Wine Tours guide will take you to the Matiatia ferry terminal, where you can catch the 4:15pm Island Direct ferry back to Auckland. Alternatively, you can hop off at Oneroa village and spend some more time on the island, enjoying an early dinner or having some drinks before catching a later ferry.Your tasting itinerary:

• 09:15 am – Depart Auckland on Island Direct sailing to Waiheke Island (tickets are not included).
• 09:50 am – Your tour guide will meet you on arrival with a signboard as you disembark on Waiheke Island (Matiatia Wharf). Alternatively, your tour guide will pick you up from your Waiheke accommodation.
• 11:00 am– After some sightseeing, relax at Waiheke Distilling Co, located on the eastern end of Waiheke Island, while enjoying a gin tasting flight.
• 1:00 pm – Visit The Heke, Waiheke’s craft distillery and brewery on Waiheke Island. Surrounded by four acres of beautiful gardens, you will taste premium whiskey and beers.
• 1:30pm – Indulge in a delightful shared grazing-style menu at The Heke Kitchen.
• 3:00pm – Delight your palate by sampling the award-winning Alibi Brewing Co. Beers at Tantalus Estate.
• 4:30pm – Depart Waiheke on Island Direct sailing to Auckland Downtown Ferry Terminal.

*Itineraries are subject to some variation depending on seasonal vineyard availability and may vary from those advertised.

PRICING:

2-3 people – $490pp
4+ people – $390pp

PLEASE NOTE:

This tour is private and requires a minimum of two participants.

The price does not include ferry tickets, but they can be arranged at an additional cost.

We can pick you up from your Waiheke accommodation or the Matiatia ferry terminal – just let us know 24 hours before your tour.