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Auckland City Tour & Kumeu Wine Country Includes Wine Tastings & Lunch

Offered by Bush and Beach

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$390.00 per person

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8 hours (approx.)Pickup Available Mobile or paper ticket accepted Offered in: English

Tour Overview

Embark on a day-long exploration of Auckland, starting with a guided tour through its vibrant heart. Your journey begins in the city's bustling main street, where the pulse of downtown Auckland comes alive with its diverse mix of modernity and heritage. As you travel, the contrasting calm of an inner-city park unfurls before you, inviting a moment of tranquility beside the historic Auckland Museum, a treasure trove of local and international artifacts.

Transitioning from the urban landscape, the tour takes a scenic route across the iconic main bridge, revealing panoramic views of the Auckland City and North Shore marina. The narrative of the city continues as you delve into the suburb of Auckland's North Shore, where the rich naval history of Mt Victoria provides a compelling backdrop to the area's serene ambience.

In the afternoon, your senses are invited to indulge in the distinct flavors of Kumeu, Auckland's renowned wine country. Here, the experience deepens at Sojans Winery, a perfect setting for a leisurely lunch paired with exquisite local wines. The wine journey extends to Westbrook Winery, where a wine tasting session showcases the best of regional viticulture.

The day concludes with a visit to Muriwai Beach, where the rugged coastline and the dramatic black sands frame the perfect end to your tour. Here, during summer months, you might spot the distant flights of gannets from the nearby colony, adding a wild, natural element to the cultivated delights of the day.

This carefully curated small-group tour, hosted in a luxury vehicle, ensures an intimate and comprehensive view of Auckland's cityscapes and landscapes, making every moment count.

What's Included

  • Experience West Coast Beach with a Local Guide
  • 3 wine tastings
  • Viewing of Gannet bird colony (Aug-April)
  • Auckland City tour with central city pickup/drop off
  • Transport in air conditioned luxury vehicle
  • Vineyard lunch with a glass of wine

Not Included:

  • Gratuities

What To Expect

  1. 1

    Auckland Domain

    Inner city park and home to the famous Auckland Museum

    Pass by without stopping

  2. 2

    Ponsonby

    Inner city suburb with lovely old houses

    Pass by without stopping

  3. 3

    Queen Street

    Main street of downtown Auckland

    Pass by without stopping

  4. 4

    Devonport

    Suburb of Auckland's North Shore with rich naval history, location of Mt Victoria

    20 minutes

  5. 5

    Auckland Harbour Bridge

    Main bridge linking Auckland City with the North Shore

    Pass by without stopping

  6. 6

    Westhaven Promenade

    Enjoy views of the marina

    10 minutes

  7. 7

    Soljans Estate Winery

    Enjpy lunch at Sojans winery and relax with glass of wine and wine tasting

    1 hour

    Admission: Included

  8. 8

    Westbrook Winery

    Enjoy a wine tasting at the Westbrook Winery

    25 minutes

    Admission: Included

  9. 9

    Muriwai Beach

    Enjoy time at Muriwai Beach & see the gannets flying off in the distance. The black sand & surf waves of Muriwai are stunning. (gannet colony will be visited again once the path reopens)

    30 minutes

  10. 10

    Coopers Creek Vineyard

    Wine tasting

    30 minutes

    Admission: Included

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup available

If requesting pickup, please select your preferred location when booking through Viator.

Pickup details

Departure Point: Your centrally located Auckland hotel - please note pick ups are between 8.30-9am. You will need to contact us for your hotel specific pick up time. Return point: Returns to original departure point at approximately 5:30pm

Or Meet At Meeting point

SkyCity Auckland

Corner Victoria and, Federal Street, Auckland Central, Auckland 1010, New Zealand

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If you have not confirmed an inner city hotel pick up with us then our central meeting point is the entrance to SkyCity Hotel at 8.40am. If you are meeting here will need to be confirmed with us. Please call to confirm the night prior - 0800 423 224

End Point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Important Information

Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.

Additional Info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • A maximum of 14 people per booking
  • Minimum 2 adults required for the tour to run
  • You must be 18 years of age or older to participate in this tour

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.