10 Wine Tours & Tastings in North Island That You Shouldn't Miss

Join this wonderful tour to enjoy tastings at three different wineries and the chef's gourmet platter with a glass of wine at Mission Estate Winery. * Spend time absorbing the history of the 170 year old Estate. *Select your own wine to accompany the gourmet platter. *Choose between wine or beer tasting at the Urban Winery. *Seated tasting at Linden Estate in the picturesque Esk Valley. *Stop in the vineyard and discuss growing grapes for wine making. *Conclude with complimentary wine,cheese and biscuits out among the vines, T

Inclusions: Wine-tasting fees, Chef's platter with glass of Estate Range wine at Mission Estate Winery, Wine, cheese and biscuits, Tour of the barrel hall and the Golden Egg fermentor at The Urban winery, Grape-growing and vineyard management discussion at Linden Estate, Pickup and drop-off at your accommodation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water

Exclusions: Gratuities

With its magical sandy beaches, Waiheke Island makes a favourite destination for an unforgettable getaway. Join us on this mesmerizing flight over the beautiful islands of the Hauraki Gulf as we land on the tranquil waters of Man O’ War Bay. Relax and wind down by enjoying a full range of award winning wines with a lunch platter. The Man O’ War vineyard provides a one-of-a-kind first class wine-tasting experience that is sure to leave you wanting to return again.

Inclusions: Scenic Flight, Lunch, Wine tasting, Alcoholic Beverages

Exclusions: Extra beverages and food can be brought.

Enjoy a 5 hour guided tour over the Remutaka Ranges to Martinborough, one of New Zealand's premier wine regions. Visit three of the regions best wineries and enjoy their Cellar Door experiences as you sample the world class products available. Your driver guide will narrate your journey and provide local knowledge about this stunningly beautiful area.

Inclusions: GST (Goods and Services Tax), Wine tasting, Driver/guide, Live commentary on board, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Private tour

Exclusions: Lunch (optional)

Join our small Wine Tour group to explore a huge variety of Hawkes Bay Wines lasting all afternoon. - 5.5 hours Visit 3 very different Wineries plus an Ale House - Boutique Winery set in the world famous Gimblett Gravels Learn about the region, how, why, and what Wines are produced in what is often regarded as the “Premium Wine Region in New Zealand”. - 2nd boutique Winery set in sheep growing country. Walk around the Vineyards learning the Wine making process from the Vine to the Bottle, This is New Zealand’s only Vegetarian (Vegan) certified Winery, a “must do” experience. Maybe swap the Vine to bottle tour for a Platter? - The oldest Winery in New Zealand. Here you will learn about the history dating back from the 1830’s in Lyon France - Finally finish at an Ale House You will finish the tour with a small souvenir, and a souvenir Wine glass. All tastings, admissions and any drinks advertised are included in the tour price. Tour is door to door within Napier on the day

Inclusions: Wine tasting, 3 glasses of beer, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Local taxes

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified

Your expert local guide will narrate as you take a scenic drive over the Remutaka Ranges, where you will enjoy wine tastings at a selection of Martinborough wineries, on this full day tour. Lunch will be served at a vineyard restaurant before the tour heads to the south Wairarapa coast. Visit the rugged coastal village of Ngawi and the North Island's largest permanent seal colony as well as a drive by of the famed “Paths of the Dead” from Lord of the Rings, the Putangirua Pinnacles. Finally climb the steps to the Cape Palliser Lighthouse for epic sweeping sea views before heading to the Lake Ferry Hotel on the edge of Lake Onoke for dinner. This 10 hour tour takes in a variety of stunning landscapes in the greater Wellington region.

Inclusions: Local accommodation (hotel) or cruise ship pickup and drop-off, Local driver guide, Live commentary on board, Lunch (main dish and one drink), Wine tasting fees, Dinner (main dish and one drink), Transport by air-conditioned private vehicle, Alcoholic Beverages

Exclusions: Gratuities

This tour combines behind the scenes experiences at FIVE of the regions best artisan foodie producers. The tour covers a wide range of products and allows guests to get up close and personal with the owners and staff who pour their heart and soul into these fantastic foodie creations.

Inclusions: GST (Goods and Services Tax), Tasting fees (cheese, wine, olive oil, craft beer), Lunch, Professional guide/driver, Live commentary on board, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Private transportation for the duration of the tour (private vehicle), Alcoholic Beverages

Exclusions: Alcoholic beverages, olive oils and food to take away are available to purchase (optional) at own expense.

Take the opportunity to combine the best of Hawke’s Bay’s scenic beauty with a taste of its famous wine country and top it off with a delicious lunch at one of the region’s finest winery restaurants. For this morning adventure,1st stop - Te Mata Peak. The summit provides stunning 360-degree views across Hawke’s Bay and in the morning, with the sun behind us, we can usually see all the way west to Mt Ruapehu, the North Island’s highest mountain. Bring a camera because the views are incredible! From the Peak, we head to 2 premium wineries where you’ll taste some of Hawke’s Bay’s finest wines. Between wineries, we’ll take you across the fertile Heretaunga Plain, the district known around the country as ‘The Fruit Bowl of New Zealand’. Picturesque orchard, vineyard and rolling farm country will be our backdrop before we arrive for lunch at one of the region’s finest winery restaurants.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Lunch Platter at a top winery restaurant, All tasting fees included, Bottled water, All Fees and Taxes

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The Bay of Islands is a place to indulge and have fun. Visit the area's leading wineries, taste quality wines, excellent craft beers and enjoy a platter lunch. No trip to the Bay of Islands is complete if you do not visit the Makana Chocolate Factory and sample their award winning products. Visit the Phat Brewery, home to an outstanding range of Craft Beers.

Inclusions: Cost of wine & beer tasting, Lunch

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Your tour is your tour only! No mixed groups! You get to have your own dedicated Driver/Guide and 'Memory Creator' for your entire tour. Enjoy a 7 hour private tour from Wellington to the South Wairarapa covering majestic scenery, visits to Gladstone and Martinborough Wineries including a spectacular platter lunch at one of the wineries we visit. We also visit the beautiful town of Martinborough well recognised for the 'Capital' of Pinot Noir of the North Island. We visit 4 wineries including lunch at a winery. Your tour also includes a private tour at one of the wineries visited covering the winery, vineyard and tastings. If you have any particular winery you wish to visit this can be arranged in advance. Please note this tour is only available for 18 years of age and older.

Inclusions: Bottled New Zealand spring water., Includes 1 glass of wine, beer or other beverage., Tasting fees, Entry fees, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation

Exclusions: Gratuities

Enjoy a 5 hour return guided tour over the spectacular Remutaka Ranges to the Wairarapa region, home of world class culinary producers. Enjoy a stop at C'est Cheese factory and cafe where the tour will include a tasting platter of locally made cheeses. Continue up State Highway 2 to Greytown for a tasting of some of chocolatier Murray Langham's amazing chocolate range at Schoc Chocolates. Our third stop is in the world class wine region of Martinborough famous for it's pinot noir. Enjoy a tasting flight at one of the finest local wineries. The final stop is at the Martinborough Memorial Square in the centre of town and allows for guests to tailor the tour for their own tastes. Guests may choose one final tasting stop from Olivo extra virgin and infused olive oils, Martinborough craft brewery paddles, a local vineyard or cafe lunch, The Martinborough Sweet Shop or the Wine Bank. This final stop is seasonal, subject to availability and at the guests expense.

Inclusions: Tasting fees are included at C'est Cheese (cheese) and Schoc Chocolates (chocolate)., Tasting fees are included at the winery in Martinborough (wine).

Exclusions: Guests maye have lunch at their own expense at a local cafe or vineyard restaurant.