WAIHEKE SCENIC TASTE AND GRAZE TOUR™

WAIHEKE SCENIC TASTE AND GRAZE TOUR™ WITH PLATTERS - $360pp

Join us on a wild Whisky, Wine and Beer tour with splashes of Olive Oil tastings, delectable platters and the best scenery on the Island.

Our delightful journey begins at Mudbrick, one of Waiheke Island’s most iconic spots, where panoramic views of the Hauraki Gulf await us. At their rustic cellar door, you will indulge in a wine tasting that introduces you to the varietals grown on Waiheke Island.

The Heke, a charming Waiheke craft distillery and brewery. The Heke is nestled within four acres of beautiful gardens, providing a serene setting. You will have the opportunity to choose between the Boiler Maker tastings, which include whisky and beer, or the Spirits tasting, which features vodka and Gin, or just Craft Beer, whilst enjoying a tour of the distillery.

craft beers and award-winning Waiheke Whisky.

Onwards for some lunch we make our way up to the highest point on the island and into The Batch Winery, which boasts 360-degree views over all of the Hauraki gulf, out to Little Barrier, Whangaparoa and a glimpse of the Coromandel, for a glass of wine and an incredible platter lunch.

Finally, on to the All Press Olive Groves. Waiheke Island is known for its unique microclimate that produces high-quality extra virgin olive oil. During the visit, you will get to taste a variety of locally handcrafted extra virgin olive oils, each with its unique flavour and aroma; you will also learn about the process of growing, harvesting, and milling olives.

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 choose to 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 itinerary:

10am – Wine tasting at Mudbrick, an idyllic setting with spectacular sea views across the Waitemata Harbour to Auckland City

11am – Visit The Heke, Waiheke’s craft distillery and brewery. You will enjoy the famous Heke lager and three crafted hand-picked guest beers, or award-winning Whisky Tastings, or the Spirits tastings of Gin and Vodka

12pm –  Platter lunch and a glass of wine at Batch Vineyard, the highest Vineyard on the island with sweeping views of the Hauraki Gulf and beyond.

2pm – Enjoy a taste of Waiheke Extra Virgin Olive Oils at All Press Olive Groves.

2:40pm – You can either be dropped off in Oneroa Village for some free time or at the ferry terminal. If you are taking an Island Direct ferry, please note that your return ferry to Auckland departs at 4:15 PM. Oneroa Village is only a 10 to 15-minute walk from the Matiatia ferry terminal!

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