Private experience

The Waiheke Twilight Wine Experience

Waiheke in the afternoon light.

Around 3½ hours of private touring through premium wine and local flavours, finishing at Cable Bay Vineyards as the Gulf turns golden.

The journey

1:15 PM
Depart Auckland
Board the Island Direct ferry from downtown Auckland and make your way across the Hauraki Gulf.
Approx. 1:50 PM
Welcome to Waiheke
Arrive at Matiatia, where Colin or Richard will be waiting to personally welcome you.
2:00 – 5:30 PM
Wine, flavours & the island
Enjoy approximately 3½ hours of private touring, including two premium Waiheke tastings, an Allpress olive oil tasting, beautiful viewpoints, beaches and local stories. On the way back, your host will stop at either Awaroa Organic Winery or Alibi at Tantalus Estate, subject to availability — at Alibi you can share a wine and beer paddle.
Approx. 6:00 PM
Finish at Cable Bay Vineyards
As the afternoon draws to a close, arrive at Cable Bay Vineyards at around 6:00 p.m. for a shared charcuterie platter and a glass of wine, included in your experience. With its spectacular outlook across the Hauraki Gulf towards Auckland, Cable Bay is one of Waiheke's favourite places to watch the sun go down. It is a beautiful setting in which to bring your private tour to a close.
When you're ready
Your ride is waiting
There's no need to leave when the hosted tour finishes. Linger over another glass of wine or continue into dinner, subject to availability. Complimentary private transport to Matiatia Ferry Terminal or your Waiheke accommodation is included when you're ready to leave.

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Included

Personal welcome at Matiatia by Colin or Richard
Private vehicle and local host
Approximately 3½ hours of private touring
Two premium tastings, including a return-journey stop at either Awaroa Organic Winery or Alibi at Tantalus Estate — at Alibi you can share a wine and beer paddle (subject to availability)

Allpress olive oil tasting
Shared charcuterie platter and a glass of wine at Cable Bay Vineyards — included
Complimentary private transport from Cable Bay to Matiatia or your Waiheke accommodation when you are ready

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