Matakana Art & Horse Riding Experience Private Tour From Auckland
Overview
Experience a private guided tour of the beautiful Matakana region in our comfortable luxury vehicle. Spend a day marvelling at unspoilt countryside, indulging in wonderful food and wine, exploring riverside towns, and sample the many hand-crafted chocolates, artisan chocolates, handmade fudge and classic sweets made from quality ingredients. Experience breath-taking views riding on a horseback, allowing you to get back to nature and experience the enchanting world of Sculptureum, a mesmerising blend of art and nature. A sensory delight and tranquil escape for art enthusiasts and nature lovers. Indulge in the culinary delights and immerse yourself in a world of flavour, with delicious fine dining lunch and wine tastings, harvested from the onsite vineyard. Finally compliment with a rich Italian style ice-cream, artisan gelato & sorbetto to finish your day.
What's Included
- Lunch Delicious Set Menu Lunch at Rothko Restaurant
- Alcoholic beverages Wine Tasting
- Private transportation
- Admission to 1 hour horse riding
- Indulge in the culinary delights and wine tastings
- Luxurious temperature controlled transportation in a minibus
- Escape to the world of creative wonders of arts
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Ride a horse along a stunning native forest landscape
- Taste mouth-watering samples at the famous Chocolate in Matakana Village
- Admission to Self-guided walk at Sculptureum art gallery
- Fully guided private return transfers from Auckland
- Free delicious ice creams; rich gelato or sorbetto
- Complimentary pick up and drop off from Auckland
- All Fees and Taxes
- Complimentary refreshments and water onboard
- All necessary safety equipment’s provided
- WiFi on board
- Be inspired by six, world class indoor art galleries
- Complimentary High-Speed Internet onboard the minibus
- A local English-speaking tour escort throughout the tour
- Explore carefully curated garden paths filled with more than 800 works
- Enjoy a scenic drive through lush countryside with excellent photo opportunities
- Experience breath-taking views that reach far and wide to the horizon
- Admission to Chocolate Tasting
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Meeting and Pickup
Customs Street East
Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010, New Zealand
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
Auckland Central
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Horse Riding Warkworth
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
Chocolate Brown
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Sculptureum
3 hours • Admission Ticket Included
Charlies Gelato
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Auckland Central
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Please wear comfortable clothing suitable for the conditions, Sun protection, jacket/warm layer, & any essential personal items.
- Sandals, Scuffs or high heel footwear are not allowed.
- Easy and good fitness level required.
- This is a self-guided walking tour and sensible walking footwear is recommended.
- All children ages 10 and under must be always accompanied by an adult.
- Bring a camera or a phone with camera capability as this is the perfect place to get some great travel photos.
- Horse Riding is not recommended if pregnant.
- You must be at least 18 years of age and present a valid photo ID in order to consume alcohol.
- Kindly advise the approximate height, and weight of each rider at the time of booking.
- Special dietary requirements catered for upon request, please advise at the time of booking. Preferences and requests cannot be guaranteed. Special requests are subject to availability.
- Tours are suitable for people of all ages and average fitness. Our scenic walks are short and optional. Please let our guide know at check in if you have any fitness concerns.
Frequently Asked Questions
(5)Q: What's included in the price?
A: The following is included: Lunch. Delicious Set Menu Lunch at Rothko Restaurant.Alcoholic beverages. Wine Tasting.Private transportation.Admission to 1 hour horse riding.Indulge in the culinary delights and wine tastings.Luxurious temperature controlled transportation in a minibus.Escape to the world of creative wonders of arts.Air-conditioned vehicle.Ride a horse along a stunning native forest landscape.Taste mouth-watering samples at the famous Chocolate in Matakana Village.Admission to Self-guided walk at Sculptureum art gallery.Fully guided private return transfers from Auckland.Free delicious ice creams; rich gelato or sorbetto.Complimentary pick up and drop off from Auckland.All Fees and Taxes.Complimentary refreshments and water onboard.All necessary safety equipment’s provided.WiFi on board.Be inspired by six, world class indoor art galleries.Complimentary High-Speed Internet onboard the minibus.A local English-speaking tour escort throughout the tour.Explore carefully curated garden paths filled with more than 800 works.Enjoy a scenic drive through lush countryside with excellent photo opportunities.Experience breath-taking views that reach far and wide to the horizon.Admission to Chocolate Tasting. The following is NOT included: Breakfast.Dinner. Read more Apr 2025
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