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Vineyards Honey and Black Sand Beaches from Auckland
(99) Reviews
Auckland Central
About
Monday to Friday enjoy a behind the scenes tour and tasting at Kumeu River Wines. See how they ferment their wines in 228 litre French Burgundian barriques. Established in 1944 they specialize in Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir and Cremant.
Next taste wine and take lunch at Soljans Vineyard Restaurant established in 1937. Time is allocated to enjoy a superb open menu one course lunch, including vegetarian options from their excellent Ala Carte menu. Please note lunch costs and beverages with lunch are NOT included and are at the travellers own expense.
Relax with a side trip through beautiful traditional rolling farmland to visit the West Coast Muriwai black sand beach settlement. See...
Highlights
6 hours and 15 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
6 hours and 15 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Bottled water
Wine tasting
National Park Fees
Local taxes
Local Guide
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
Personal expenses and gratuities
Lunch costrs and any beverages with lunch are not included in the tarif. An hour and fifteen minutes is allocated for a one course lunch from the standard Ala Carte Menu
Meeting Points
Departure
Auckland Central
If your hotel is not among those listed, The default pickup location is Sky City Hotel and Casino
Sky City Hotel is located in the drive-through that runs between Federal Street and Victoria Street West - It is right beside the base of the Sky Tower
Return
Important Information
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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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.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Vineyards Honey and Black Sand Beaches from Auckland
(99) Reviews
Auckland Central
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$149.50
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About
Monday to Friday enjoy a behind the scenes tour and tasting at Kumeu River Wines. See how they ferment their wines in 228 litre French Burgundian barriques. Established in 1944 they specialize in Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir and Cremant.
Next taste wine and take lunch at Soljans Vineyard Restaurant established in 1937. Time is allocated to enjoy a superb open menu one course lunch, including vegetarian options from their excellent Ala Carte menu. Please note lunch costs and beverages with lunch are NOT included and are at the travellers own expense.
Relax with a side trip through beautiful traditional rolling farmland to visit the West Coast Muriwai black sand beach settlement. See...
Highlights
6 hours and 15 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
6 hours and 15 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Bottled water
Wine tasting
National Park Fees
Local taxes
Local Guide
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
Personal expenses and gratuities
Lunch costrs and any beverages with lunch are not included in the tarif. An hour and fifteen minutes is allocated for a one course lunch from the standard Ala Carte Menu
Meeting Points
Departure
Auckland Central
If your hotel is not among those listed, The default pickup location is Sky City Hotel and Casino
Sky City Hotel is located in the drive-through that runs between Federal Street and Victoria Street West - It is right beside the base of the Sky Tower
Return
Itinerary
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Kumeu River Wines
enjoy a behind the scenes tour and tasting at the winery owned and operated by the Brajkovich family. See how they ferment their wines in 225 litre French Burgundian barriques. Pioneers in New Zealand winemaking since 1944 they specialize in producing Estate Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, Gewurtztraminer, Merlot and Pinot Noir only from grapes grown on their own ten Kumeu and Huapai Vineyards. Mate’s barrique fermented Chardonnay is considered one of the best wines in the country. After gaining his bachelors degree in Oenological Science in Australia the wine maker Michael Brajkovich MW became New Zealand’s first Master of Wine and has been a Chief Judge of the Air New Zealand Wine Competition.
1 hour
2
Soljans Estate Winery
Taste a selection of red, white, rose' or sparkling wines as well as their 10 year aged Tawny Port. Soljan also have an enviable repuation fo their vintage Methode Traditionelle.Then enjoy and open menu one course lunch with tea, coffee or juice from their comprehensive lunch menu
1 hour and 30 minutes
3
Muriwai Beach
Muriwai Beach is a West Coast black sand beach settlement famous for surfing, black iron sand and spectacular coastal scenery. Our stop includes spectacular views up the coastline and a visit to the see the nesting Gannet Sea Bird Colony. Please note these are migratory birds and there are none to see from May to July
30 minutes
4
The Hunting Lodge Winery & Restaurant
The Hunting Lodge Winery is a modern approach to a country venue that showcase their own wine and a range of artisan Beers and Gins
Included in the tarrif is a wine board including 4 Hunting Lodge Wines or a Beers board including 4 artisan or local Kraft beers
