Small-Group Kumeu Wine Country Tour Includes Wine Tastings & Lunch
Overview
Leave behind the bustle of Auckland city and head northwest to take the flavours of Kumeu Wine Country, Auckland's Heritage Wine Region. Enjoy lunch at a contemporary vineyard restaurant, sample world renowned wines and marvel at the rugged surf-fringed coastline nearby.
Inclusions
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- Driver/guide
- Live commentary on board
- Hotel pickup & drop off (selected inner city accommodation)
- Lunch
- Wine tasting at 3 wineries
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Soljans Estate Winery, 366 State Highway 16, Kumeu, Auckland 0892 New Zealand
The wineries of Kumeu date back to the 1930s when wine families of Croatian origin established winemaking in the area. These families are still living and working in the area today, making some of New Zealand's most renowned wines. These vineyards contrast with the spectacular coastal scenery of the area.
Leave behind the bustle of Auckland city and head northwest to join our afternoon wine tour and taste the flavours of Kumeu Wine Country, Auckland’s Heritage Wine Region. Enjoy lunch at a contemporary vineyard restaurant, sample world renowned wines and marvel at the rugged surf-fringed coastline nearby.
Your first stop is at Soljans Vineyard. Soljans has won many awards for their wines and they are also widely acknowledged in New Zealand as being an expert producer of methode traditionelle (bottle-fermented) sparkling wines.Enjoy lunch and a wine tasting at Soljans Winery restaurant. The winery is built with sunshine in mind and serves Mediterranean-style food with a New Zealand twist, showcasing fresh seasonal produce from around the region.
Stop At: Coopers Creek Vineyard, 601 State Highway 16 Huapai, Auckland Central, Auckland 0810 New Zealand
Next to tempt the taste buds is a wine tasting at Coopers Creek vineyard which offers outstanding wines from New Zealand”s best regions. Coopers Creek produce a wide variety of wines and are adventurous in their choice of grapes and blends.
Next you visit one of the region’s special places where (from August to April) you have the chance to see one of the world’s largest seabirds in their natural environment. Your journey takes you to one of the few mainland gannet nesting sites in the world situated on the cliff-tops overlooking the Tasman Sea. Here you get a close-up of the gannet colony without disturbing their environment. The views extend for miles along the black sand beach of Muriwai.
Stop At: Westbrook Winery, 215 Ararimu Valley Road, Waimauku, Auckland 0882 New Zealand
Your final wine tasting is at West Brook Winery. The West Brook cellar door looks across an idyllic duck pond and terraced picnic area to row after row of vines. The wines reflect true varietal character and their unique regional origins. Without exception they are premium quality and have won numerous awards. This half day ‘wineries out west’ wine tour is a great introduction to the region.
* Wineries included may change depending on day of week
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Soljans Estate Winery, 366 State Highway 16, Kumeu, Auckland 0892 New Zealand
The wineries of Kumeu date back to the 1930s when wine families of Croatian origin established winemaking in the area. These families are still living and working in the area today, making some of New Zealand's most renowned wines. These vineyards contrast with the spectacular coastal scenery of the area.
Leave behind the bustle of Auckland city and head northwest to join our afternoon wine tour and taste the flavours of Kumeu Wine Country, Auckland’s Heritage Wine Region. Enjoy lunch at a contemporary vineyard restaurant, sample world renowned wines and marvel at the rugged surf-fringed coastline nearby.
Your first stop is at Soljans Vineyard. Soljans has won many awards for their wines and they are also widely acknowledged in New Zealand as being an expert producer of methode traditionelle (bottle-fermented) sparkling wines.Enjoy lunch and a wine tasting at Soljans Winery restaurant. The winery is built with sunshine in mind and serves Mediterranean-style food with a New Zealand twist, showcasing fresh seasonal produce from around the region.
Stop At: Coopers Creek Vineyard, 601 State Highway 16 Huapai, Auckland Central, Auckland 0810 New Zealand
Next to tempt the taste buds is a wine tasting at Coopers Creek vineyard which offers outstanding wines from New Zealand”s best regions. Coopers Creek produce a wide variety of wines and are adventurous in their choice of grapes and blends.
Next you visit one of the region’s special places where (from August to April) you have the chance to see one of the world’s largest seabirds in their natural environment. Your journey takes you to one of the few mainland gannet nesting sites in the world situated on the cliff-tops overlooking the Tasman Sea. Here you get a close-up of the gannet colony without disturbing their environment. The views extend for miles along the black sand beach of Muriwai.
Stop At: Westbrook Winery, 215 Ararimu Valley Road, Waimauku, Auckland 0882 New Zealand
Your final wine tasting is at West Brook Winery. The West Brook cellar door looks across an idyllic duck pond and terraced picnic area to row after row of vines. The wines reflect true varietal character and their unique regional origins. Without exception they are premium quality and have won numerous awards. This half day ‘wineries out west’ wine tour is a great introduction to the region.
* Wineries included may change depending on day of week
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- This tour requires a minimum of 2 adults to run
- Wineries may change depending on the day of travel.
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Face masks are available if clients wish but not required.
- 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 14 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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.
Kathryn_T
January 2023
Erin our guide was excellent and very knowledgeable. All the tastings were great and despite the rainy weather it was a wonderful trip. The lunch was also very tasty. I imagine in the sunshine when you can sit outside and enjoy the views it would be even more excellent. Would definitely recommend!
Erin our guide was excellent and very knowledgeable. All the tastings were great and despite the rainy weather it was a wonderful trip. The lunch was also very tasty. I imagine in the sunshine when you can sit outside and enjoy the views it would be even more excellent. Would definitely recommend!jeffrey_S
January 2023
Outstanding tour. Great wineries and Murrumbidgee the tour guide/ driver was excellent. Very knowledgeable, witty, there when you needed him. The winery guides were great also.
Outstanding tour. Great wineries and Murrumbidgee the tour guide/ driver was excellent. Very knowledgeable, witty, there when you needed him. The winery guides were great also.Pamela_B
February 2023
We had a wonderful time on this tour. Due to the cyclone, there were some areas we couldn’t visit but our day was complete and I didn’t feel like we missed out on anything. Our guide Alex, was amazing. He was punctual in picking us up, very personable and knowledgeable about wine and the regio...
We had a wonderful time on this tour. Due to the cyclone, there were some areas we couldn’t visit but our day was complete and I didn’t feel like we missed out on anything. Our guide Alex, was amazing. He was punctual in picking us up, very personable and knowledgeable about wine and the regions we visited. We had perfect weather and it was a small group with just one other couple. We visited 3 wineries and had ample time at each. It was a relaxing and fun day. I would do this tour again if I am ever back in Auckland. If you like wine and want to taste wine from different vineyards than those on Waiheke, then I highly recommend this tour.Margaret1408
February 2023
Fabulous day with Erin really enjoyed the wine selection, lunch and choice of vineyards The added trip to Muriwai beach was an extra bonus and seeing the gannet colony was fabulous Thank you very much
Fabulous day with Erin really enjoyed the wine selection, lunch and choice of vineyards The added trip to Muriwai beach was an extra bonus and seeing the gannet colony was fabulous Thank you very muchNina_T
February 2023
Wonderful experience not very far from downtown Auckland where we visited 3 wineries with lunch at the first winery. Murray was an excellent tour guide with the history and knowledge of the area.
Wonderful experience not very far from downtown Auckland where we visited 3 wineries with lunch at the first winery. Murray was an excellent tour guide with the history and knowledge of the area.Carla F
January 2023
Very enjoyable. Wineries were great. Tour guides were great too! Visit to the west coast to see gannets and black sand beach was wonderful!
Very enjoyable. Wineries were great. Tour guides were great too! Visit to the west coast to see gannets and black sand beach was wonderful!