Piha Waitakere Rainforest Wine Tour from Auckland
Overview
Discover the famous wineries and top natural attractions of New Zealand’s North Island on this 7 hour Piha and Karekare Rainforest tour from Auckland. Travel through the Henderson valley and into the Waitakere ranges. Visit Piha Beach and see the Karekare waterfalls. This tour includes and open menu One course lunch and tasing fees at two vineyards in Kumeu and Waimauku, two West Auckland's Wine regions
Inclusions
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
- Guide
- Transport
- Lunch
- Wine-tastings
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Entry/Admission - Westbrook Winery
- Entry/Admission - Coopers Creek Vineyard
- Entry/Admission - Kumeu River Wines
- Entry/Admission - Piha Beach
- Entry/Admission - Soljans Estate Winery
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Piha Beach, Piha, Auckland New Zealand
Piha is a west Coast Surf beach settlement 50 km from Auckland with a population of around one thousand residents. It is isolated without public transport and is popular for surfing, nature and hiking. Considered one of the jewels in Auckland's crown it is a great day trip for people to swim surf, hike, camp or just relax on the black sand beaches and take in the stunning forest and scenery.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Soljans Estate Winery, 366 State Highway 16, Kumeu, Auckland 0892 New Zealand
Soljans Estate is a fifth generation Croatian family of winemakers. Taste wines from their Auckland Vineyard they and varietals from grapes grown in Hawkes bay and Marlborough.
They also have an excellent award winning vineyard bistro where you will enjoy and open menu one course lunch.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Westbrook Winery, 215 Ararimu Valley Road, Waimauku 0882, New Zealand
West brook Wines is a very picturesque vineyard in the Ararimu Valley. Established in 1935 by the Ivecivich family
you will taste Pinot Gris and Chardonnay from their Auckland estate, as well as Riesling and Sauvignon Blanc from Marlborough and Syrah from grapes grown on Waiheke Island.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Coopers Creek Vineyard, 601 State Highway 16 Huapai, Auckland Central, Auckland 0810 New Zealand
(NB We only visit Coopers Creek on Sundays ) Coopers Creek Vineyard are a family owned wine company established in 1980. The export around 75% of production and produce many different varietals from their West Auckland home Vineyard as well as from grape growers in Marlborough and Hawkes Bay
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Kumeu River Wines, 550 State Highway 16, Kumeu, Auckland 0841 New Zealand
Kumeu River Wines are a family Wine Company established in 1944. They are famous in New Zealand and around the world for their Estate Barrel Fermented Chardonnays. They also produce Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir and sparkling Methode Traditionelle
Duration: 1 hour
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Piha Beach, Piha, Auckland New Zealand
Piha is a west Coast Surf beach settlement 50 km from Auckland with a population of around one thousand residents. It is isolated without public transport and is popular for surfing, nature and hiking. Considered one of the jewels in Auckland's crown it is a great day trip for people to swim surf, hike, camp or just relax on the black sand beaches and take in the stunning forest and scenery.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Soljans Estate Winery, 366 State Highway 16, Kumeu, Auckland 0892 New Zealand
Soljans Estate is a fifth generation Croatian family of winemakers. Taste wines from their Auckland Vineyard they and varietals from grapes grown in Hawkes bay and Marlborough.
They also have an excellent award winning vineyard bistro where you will enjoy and open menu one course lunch.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Westbrook Winery, 215 Ararimu Valley Road, Waimauku 0882, New Zealand
West brook Wines is a very picturesque vineyard in the Ararimu Valley. Established in 1935 by the Ivecivich family
you will taste Pinot Gris and Chardonnay from their Auckland estate, as well as Riesling and Sauvignon Blanc from Marlborough and Syrah from grapes grown on Waiheke Island.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Coopers Creek Vineyard, 601 State Highway 16 Huapai, Auckland Central, Auckland 0810 New Zealand
(NB We only visit Coopers Creek on Sundays ) Coopers Creek Vineyard are a family owned wine company established in 1980. The export around 75% of production and produce many different varietals from their West Auckland home Vineyard as well as from grape growers in Marlborough and Hawkes Bay
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Kumeu River Wines, 550 State Highway 16, Kumeu, Auckland 0841 New Zealand
Kumeu River Wines are a family Wine Company established in 1944. They are famous in New Zealand and around the world for their Estate Barrel Fermented Chardonnays. They also produce Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir and sparkling Methode Traditionelle
Duration: 1 hour
Additional information
- Child rate applies only when sharing with two paying adults
- Minimum drinking age is 18 years
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Dress code is smart casual
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Near public transportation
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Infants must sit on laps
- A minimum of two people per booking is required
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- New Zealand is currently at Level 1 and all tour are available without the need for masks or social distancing.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 11 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 6 hours of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
BelAsg
January 2021
The great day started in Hamilton. John drove us to Auckland, ferry to Waiheke and back. He took us to 3 amazing wineries, to a beautiful restaurant for lunch and to a fancy olive oil shop (recommended too!). He’s so passionate about
The great day started in Hamilton. John drove us to Auckland, ferry to Waiheke and back. He took us to 3 amazing wineries, to a beautiful restaurant for lunch and to a fancy olive oil shop (recommended too!). He’s so passionate aboutJDandLD001
March 2020
John was a brilliant guide for the day. He took us to some fabulous wineries and the rainforest and its surroundings were breathtaking. Would definitely book another tour if we ever get to go to NZ again. Thanks John. Lovely memories of a fantastic day.
John was a brilliant guide for the day. He took us to some fabulous wineries and the rainforest and its surroundings were breathtaking. Would definitely book another tour if we ever get to go to NZ again. Thanks John. Lovely memories of a fantastic day.cajungene
March 2020
What a great experience. John picked us up at the hotel and gave us a great tour of Muriwai Vineyards and pointed out lots of interesting places along the way. He was personable, knowledgeable and a great raconteur. Highly recommended.
What a great experience. John picked us up at the hotel and gave us a great tour of Muriwai Vineyards and pointed out lots of interesting places along the way. He was personable, knowledgeable and a great raconteur. Highly recommended.bevzaifman
March 2020
John was an amazing guide. This is John’s company so your are in great hands and his energy is infectious. There was a small glitch when one of the roads washed out but John quickly adapted and we were kept totally on time. The black sand beach walk at Piha was an exquisite natural addition to th...
John was an amazing guide. This is John’s company so your are in great hands and his energy is infectious. There was a small glitch when one of the roads washed out but John quickly adapted and we were kept totally on time. The black sand beach walk at Piha was an exquisite natural addition to this tour. The wineries were beautiful; there were only 4 of us so all our questions were answered. Lunch was delicious. And we were brought to our hotels right on time.west-coast-ives
March 2020
John was a fantastic tour guide. He was well-informed, articulate and very knowledgeable not only on the topics at hand, he was also a very well versed conversationalist. He made the tour and drive time very easy to pass. The 3 wineries we visited were all spectacular in their own rights and I en...
John was a fantastic tour guide. He was well-informed, articulate and very knowledgeable not only on the topics at hand, he was also a very well versed conversationalist. He made the tour and drive time very easy to pass. The 3 wineries we visited were all spectacular in their own rights and I ended up buying wines from 2 of them. Lunch at Soljan's on their covered patio was superb. Nothing but high praise for the meal and the entire tour. Would highly recommend John to anyone, whether you're a self proclaimed wine afficianatio or a newbie with wines (like me!). Thank you John for a fantastic day!! If you're travelling solo, give John a call or e-mail as TripAdvisor doesn't let you book for one.NAndersen67
March 2020
Can’t say enough good things about John and the tour. Great wineries. Great scenery. Great conversation. Wonderful education. (You would pay more just for a set down wine discussion with an expert like John anywhere else). Tour hits on all cylinders......great use of a day in Aukland. Don’t ...
Can’t say enough good things about John and the tour. Great wineries. Great scenery. Great conversation. Wonderful education. (You would pay more just for a set down wine discussion with an expert like John anywhere else). Tour hits on all cylinders......great use of a day in Aukland. Don’t hesitate.....just enjoy.