Small-Group Kumeu Wine Country Tour with Wine Tastings & Lunch Discount Tickets

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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. Wine tastings at 3 award winning wineries included & a vineyard lunch. This tour runs Monday to Saturday.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

If you have not confirmed an inner city hotel pick up with us then our central meeting point is the entrance to the SkyCity Hotel. If you are meeting here will need to be confirmed with us. Please call to confirm the night prior - 0800 423 224

Pickup Information

Pick up from inner city hotels will be between 11.30am-12noon.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Soljans Estate Winery
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.
2. Kumeu River Wines
A short drive takes us to our next winery which is Kumeu River. Set up by the Brajkovich family in the 1940’s all of their grapes are hand harvested and the winery is still run by the family (Michael Brajkovich was New Zealand’s first Master of Wine!). Kumeu River are world famous for their Chardonnay and also produce a range of other wines.
Duration: 30 mins
3. Muriwai Beach
Visit the black sands of Muriwai Beach - see the gannets flying off in the distance and enjoy the views of this stunning surf beach (Gannet colony access will hopefully reopen at some stage but currently not accessible
Duration: 30 mins
4. Westbrook Winery
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

Inclusion

GST (Goods and Services Tax)

Hotel pickup & drop off (selected inner city accommodation)

Lunch

Driver/guide

Live commentary on board

Wine tasting at 3 wineries

Exclusion

Gratuities

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

This tour requires a minimum of 2 adults to run

Wineries may change depending on the day of travel.

Tour is not suitable for children - 18 years of age +

Supplied by Bush and Beach

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