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A Private Journey Through Matakana’s Finest
The day begins with a private pick-up from Auckland before travelling north to the Brick Bay Sculpture Trail. Wander through native bush where contemporary artworks blend into the landscape, followed by a relaxed wine tasting featuring regional varietals. Lunch is enjoyed at a vineyard restaurant overlooking gardens and rolling countryside.
The afternoon includes time to explore Matakana Village boutique shops before joining a local artist for a hands-on Pounamu carving session to create your own necklace. A honey tasting highlights New Zealand’s unique flavours and the importance of bees to the environment. The day concludes with a private return to Auckland, bringing home a handcrafted keepsake and lasting memories of Matakana.
- Private full-day tour from Auckland
- Pick-up and drop-off from any hotel, airport or cruise port
- Entry to Brick Bay Sculpture Trail
- Wine tasting experience
- Lunch at vineyard restaurant
- Guided Pounamu (jade) carving session
- Honey tasting
- Time in Matakana Village boutique shops
- Private transport throughout
- Duration: Approximately 9 hours
- Pick-up: 9:00am from any Auckland hotel, airport or cruise port
- Drop-off: Approximately 6:00pm in Auckland
- Difficulty: Easy, with relaxed walking through sculpture trails and village streets
- Adult: 13 years and above
- Children: 3-12 years
- Infant: 0-2 years (infant seat provided)
- 11 days or more prior to travel: Full refund**
- 7 to 10 days prior: 25% of your ticket price plus any booking fees and charges.
- 4 to 6 days prior: 50% of your ticket price plus any booking fees and charges.
- Within 72 hours of travel: No refunds
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