Matakana Art & Vineyard Experience incl. Lunch & Wine Tasting Tour From Auckland
Overview
A promise of adventure awaits on this full day luxurious private tour to the Matakana Coast from Auckland. Experience a tasting tour to sample the very best of Matakana's wine, food & chocolate paired with a unique opportunity to experience art and nature. Discover a dynamic exhibition of large-scale sculpture set in a stunning natural environment of native bush, wildlife and ponds bursting with water lilies. Sample the many hand-crafted chocolates, artisan chocolates, handmade fudge, and classic sweets made from high quality ingredients. Matakana art, food & wine experience includes lunch at the Glass House overlooking a shimmering lake, and wine tasting of highly acclaimed range of boutique wines, in a spectacular vineyard setting. Finally compliment with a rich Italian style ice cream, artisan gelato or sorbetto to finish your day.
What's Included
- Lunch Lunch platter with matching wines
- Alcoholic beverages Wine tasting at 2 locally owned vineyards
- Private transportation
- Enjoy relaxed dining in The Glass House with stunning handcrafted wines
- Luxurious temperature controlled transportation in a minibus
- Enjoy a browse through the Chocolate shop
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Taste mouth-watering samples at the famous Chocolate in Matakana Village
- Indulge in the culinary delights of delicious lunch platter and wine tastings
- Free delicious ice creams; rich gelato or sorbetto
- Fully guided private return transfers from Auckland
- Admission to self-guided walk at Brick Bay sculpture trail
- Complimentary pick up and drop off from Auckland
- All Fees and Taxes
- Complimentary refreshments and water onboard
- Discover the delightful tastes of fresh Matakana produce
- WiFi on board
- Relax in the rejuvenating atmosphere of local wineries
- Admission to handmade Chocolate Tasting
- Complimentary High-Speed Internet onboard the minibus
- A local English-speaking tour escort throughout the tour
- Enjoy a scenic drive through lush countryside with excellent photo opportunities
- Experience breath-taking views that reach far and wide to the horizon
- Indulge in a wine tasting 2 of the best vineyards and a walk through the spectacular Sculpture Park
- Admission to self-guided walk at Sculptureum art gallery
- 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
Chocolate Brown
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Brick Bay Sculpture Trail
3 hours • Admission Ticket Included
Sculptureum
2 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
- 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.
- Easy and good fitness level required.
- This is a self-guided walking tour and sensible walking footwear is recommended.
- Bring a camera or a phone with camera capability as this is the perfect place to get some great travel photos.
- You must be at least 18 years of age and present a valid photo ID in order to consume alcohol.
- 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.
- All children ages 10 and under must always be accompanied by an adult.
Frequently Asked Questions
(5)Q: What's included in the price?
A: The following is included: Lunch. Lunch platter with matching wines.Alcoholic beverages. Wine tasting at 2 locally owned vineyards.Private transportation.Enjoy relaxed dining in The Glass House with stunning handcrafted wines.Luxurious temperature controlled transportation in a minibus.Enjoy a browse through the Chocolate shop.Air-conditioned vehicle.Taste mouth-watering samples at the famous Chocolate in Matakana Village.Indulge in the culinary delights of delicious lunch platter and wine tastings.Free delicious ice creams; rich gelato or sorbetto.Fully guided private return transfers from Auckland.Admission to self-guided walk at Brick Bay sculpture trail.Complimentary pick up and drop off from Auckland.All Fees and Taxes.Complimentary refreshments and water onboard.Discover the delightful tastes of fresh Matakana produce.WiFi on board.Relax in the rejuvenating atmosphere of local wineries.Admission to handmade Chocolate Tasting.Complimentary High-Speed Internet onboard the minibus.A local English-speaking tour escort throughout the tour.Enjoy a scenic drive through lush countryside with excellent photo opportunities.Experience breath-taking views that reach far and wide to the horizon.Indulge in a wine tasting 2 of the best vineyards and a walk through the spectacular Sculpture Park.Admission to self-guided walk at Sculptureum art gallery. The following is NOT included: Breakfast.Dinner. Read more Apr 2025
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