The Afternoon Artisan Food and Wine Tour
Discover Waiheke’s Eastern End on this small group tour and escape the summer crowds. This tour operates daily from 1st Nov - 30th April and visits some of the lesser known 'off the beaten track' venues, tasting local beer, wine & gin.
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The Afternoon Artisan Food and Wine Tour
What's included in The Afternoon Artisan Food and Wine Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Ananda ToursPass-by Only
Take the 12.00pm Fullers ferry to Matiatia Wharf at Waiheke Island where your driver will greet you there with a welcome sign. You will be accompanied by one of our experienced guides, who are all intimately familiar with Waiheke’s history, culture, people and produce (and great wine enthusiasts themselves). The tour visits three vineyards for wine tasting as well as a vineyard/microbrewery. A grazing platter style lunch is included at the second vineyard where you can sit back and enjoy a mix of seafood, meats, cheeses and vegetables. After lunch you will visit a vineyard and microbrewery for tasting before making your way back to the 6 pm ferry back to Auckland. If you would like to linger a little longer on the island then we can arrange a dinner booking at a venue of your choice or drop off into Oneroa Village and enjoy the evening at your leisure.
Tantalus Estate Vineyard & Winery
Tantalus Estate
Passage Rock Winery
Inclusions
- Local guide
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Small group tour (shared with others) Minimum 2 people - Maximum 10 pax people
- Lunch (Vineyard Platter)
- Visit a Micro Brewery, Winery & Gin Distillery
- Local taxes
- Live commentary on board
- Ferry Tickets (these can be purchased at the Fullers ferry terminal at 99 Quay st)
- Gratuities
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum age is 18 years
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Please catch the 12.00 pm Fullers ferry departure from Auckland CBD to Waiheke Island. On arrival your Ananda Tours representitive will meet you with a sign board with your name on it. If you are staying on Waiheke Island, please contact us to arrange pick up time +6493727530
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Ticket Redemption
Please catch the 12pm Fullers ferry from Downtown Auckland to Waiheke Island. We will meet you on arrival with a signboard as you disembark on Waiheke Island (Matiatia Wharf). Ferry ticket not included in the tour price. Please purchase ferry tickets separately. In the summer months and weekends it's important to arrive early to the ferry terminal. We suggest 45 mins prior as the ferry is a first in first served basis. Due to the nature of this tour and the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund. Minimum numbers apply (2 pax). If you have booked as a single traveller there is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund Minimum age is 18 years. For anyone between the ages of 18-30 we recommend bringing your passport as proof of age as the vineyards will not serve you if they suspect you might be under the legal drinking age of 18 years. Please inform us of any dietary requirements prior to travel. Waiheke Ferry departs within walking distance of the cruise port If you are staying on the Island please meet our guide down at the wharf at 12.45pm. They will be standing by the ferry with a white board.
