Taste of Auckland: City and Wine Tour

North Island

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Toasting with red and white wine at Soljans Estate Winery café, paired with gourmet New Zealand cuisine.

Experiences

Food, Wine & Beer Tours

Small Group Tours

Day Tours

North Island

Start: Auckland

Duration: 1 day

Travel Time: 8 hours

Minimum Age: 18

Details

A Perfect Pairing: City Sights and Wine Country Delights

Begin your day exploring the charm of Auckland city with a guided drive through historic Queen Street and trendy Ponsonby. Cross the harbour to the North Shore for scenic views from Takarunga (Mount Victoria), offering a fresh angle on the city's skyline. This small-group morning tour brings the city’s story to life with local insights and iconic vantage points.

In the afternoon, the tempo shifts as you head into the rolling hills of Kumeu Wine Country. Savour a vineyard lunch, then enjoy tastings at celebrated wineries like Soljans, West Brook, and Coopers Creek. From crisp whites to bold reds, each glass captures the essence of the region.

Scenic Finishes and Flavourful Moments

Your final stop takes you to Auckland’s rugged west coast at Muriwai Beach, famous for its dramatic black sand and soaring cliffs. This coastal gem is also home to one of New Zealand’s rare mainland gannet colonies, offering a fascinating glimpse of these seabirds in their natural habitat. The sound of waves crashing against the shore and the sight of gannets in flight create a spectacular finale to your journey.

The combination of natural beauty and wildlife perfectly complements the day’s earlier wine and city experiences. From vineyard lunches and award-winning tastings to panoramic harbour views, each moment offers a different side of Auckland’s charm. The tour leaves you with lasting memories of culture, scenery, and flavour woven together into one unforgettable New Zealand adventure.

Nesting gannets on cliff ledges at Muriwai gannet colony, Auckland

Australasian gannet in flight above cliffs at Muriwai, Auckland

Wine tasting at Soljans Winery in Auckland’s Wine Country, featuring local varietals and scenic vineyard surrounds

Soljans Estate Winery wine tasting – Sauvignon Blanc and Rosé with vineyard view in Kumeu Wine Country, near Auckland, New Zealand.

View of Auckland skyline and Sky Tower across the harbour with boats in foreground

Aerial view of Auckland marina with Sky Tower and CBD in the background

Historic Auckland Ferry Building with cyclists passing along Quay Street

Inclusions

Auckland city tour
Vineyard lunch, including a glass of wine
Wine tastings at three selected vineyards
Visit to Muriwai Beach
Gannet colony viewing (August to April)
Knowledgeable English-speaking driver/guide
Pick-up and drop-off from inner-city accommodation

Important Information

Departure: 9am
Finish: 5:15pm
This tour currently requires a minimum of 2 adults to run.

Cancellation and Refund

More than 24 hours: Full refund*
Within 24 hours: No refund

*Less any booking or credit card fees.

Note: Please see more information on refunds and cancellations in Go New Zealand's terms and conditions.

Itinerary

Spend your morning exploring Auckland with a small group city tour, followed by an afternoon of wine tasting, local cuisine, and the dramatic scenery of Auckland’s west coast.

After a pick-up from your city accommodation, the tour takes you up Queen St, through the central business district, and past Auckland University. A photo stop at The Domain, an inner-city park, follows, before continuing through the charming Ponsonby suburb, known for its historic architecture. Crossing the Harbour Bridge, you’ll head to the North Shore, where you can stroll along Narrow Neck Beach near Devonport and enjoy stunning panoramic views from the summit of Takarunga (Mt Victoria). Returning to Westhaven Marina, you'll see the largest marina in the Southern Hemisphere.

In the afternoon, head to Kumeu Wine Country, Auckland's heritage wine region. Your first stop is at Soljans Vineyard, where you’ll enjoy lunch at their vineyard restaurant, known for its seasonal menu and world-renowned wines. The tour continues with wine tastings at two more vineyards: West Brook Winery, offering idyllic views of its vineyards, and Coopers Creek Winery, known for its adventurous wine blends. The day wraps up with a visit to Muriwai Beach, where from August to April, you can observe gannets in their natural habitat on the cliff-tops overlooking the Tasman Sea. This full-day tour is the perfect introduction to Auckland's city life and wine region.