Waiheke Island Gourmet Food and Wine Tour with Platter Lunch
ID: GYG163059-245418
Category:
Country: New Zealand
Duration:
05:00 hours
Description
Enjoy fresh oysters, taste local olive oil, and try other locally-produced specialty foods, along with wines from some of Waiheke Island’s top boutique vineyards on this food tour with a local guide.
Discover the flavors of Waiheke Island on a fully-guided, gourmet food and wine tour. Journey by ferry from Auckland over to Matiatia Wharf on the island where your guide will meet you.
Your guide will provide entertaining and informative commentary throughout the day about the various delicacies you will taste.
Enjoy succulent fresh oysters , olive oil, and other locally-produced specialty foods. Delight in a platter lunch, consisting of a selection of cold meats, seafood, breads, and dips, at one of the island's top vineyard restaurants.
Savor wines from some of the island’s top boutique vineyards, and visit an award-winning olive oil mill and two vineyards. Each vineyard offers a range of gourmet tastings to accompany their wines.
Treats may include oysters straight from Te Matuku Bay (subject to availability), wild honey, the famous local green herb spread, or artisan cheeses.
The tour returns you to Matiatia Wharf in time for the 3:00 PM ferry for a 3:45 arrival in Auckland. If you wish to stay and enjoy the island longer, let your guide know on the day of the tour and they can drop you off in Oneroa Village.
Highlights
- Savor fresh oysters from Te Matuku Bay and local olive oil
- Visit three boutique vineyards for a wine and food tasting
- Enjoy a platter lunch at a vineyard overlooking the vines
- Learn about the history of Waiheke Island from your guide
- See some of the island's scenic highlights and beaches
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Participants must be 18 years or older to join this tour and must bring appropriate photo identification with them on the day
The tour departs from Matiatia Wharf on Waiheke Island at 9:45 AM. You will need to catch the 9:00 AM ferry from Auckland (at your own cost) and a guide with a signboard will meet you on arrival
Dietary requirements are catered for including vegetarian, gluten-free and lactose-free (meals are not suitable for vegans)
If you are staying on Waiheke, please meet the guide at Matiatia Wharf at 9:45 a.m or cntact us to arrange on Island pick up.
This tour is not suitable for wheelchairs or walkers
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
Masks are optional but are strongly recommended while indoors
All participants who are over 12 years old must present proof of full vaccination
Meet your guide at Matiatia Wharf on Waiheke Island.
If you are staying in Aukland, you will need to take the 9 AM ferry from Auckland, which will have you to the wharf by 9:45 AM. Your guide will meet you on arrival with a signboard.
If you are staying on the island, you can meet your guide at the Matiatia Ferry Terminal at 9:45 AM. Your guide will be wearing an Ananda Tours jacket.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.
