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Experience the very best of Waiheke Island on a journey that celebrates creativity, flavour, and stunning scenery. Begin your day with an inspiring visit to a local art gallery, where you will explore the island’s vibrant art culture and admire works that reflect its coastal beauty and community spirit. Gain a deeper appreciation of Waiheke’s creative identity through captivating exhibitions showcasing the imagination and talent of its artists.
Continue your experience at the world-renowned Stonyridge Vineyard, celebrated for producing some of New Zealand’s finest wines. Stroll through sun-drenched vines and enjoy tastings of their prestigious Larose vintages, a Bordeaux-style blend recognised globally for its quality and elegance.
Next, delight in a refined three-course lunch at Mudbrick Vineyard, perfectly paired with award-winning wines. Relax on the terrace overlooking rolling vineyards and the sparkling Hauraki Gulf – a moment of harmony between fine dining and natural beauty.
In the afternoon, take a leisurely walk along the Headland Sculpture Trail, an open-air gallery weaving contemporary art into Waiheke’s rugged coastal landscapes. As sunlight shifts over the sea, each sculpture reveals a story of creativity inspired by nature.
Blending art, wine, cuisine, and scenery in perfect balance, this thoughtfully curated tour captures the essence of Waiheke – a place where every view, flavour, and artistic expression leaves a lasting impression of elegance and inspiration.
Posted on Luri YVerified Sonho tornado realidade,momentos inesquecíveis! Experiência incrível com as paisagens imaginadas tornando-se realidade.Mais do q o esperado.Valei a pena vir de tão longePosted on Azki Nuril IVerified Excellent Choice We were assisted by John who was very friendly and punctual. We enjoyed the trip as the driving was smooth with scenic roadPosted on SenkoVerified Nice ride & relaxed daytrip from Auckland Very relaxed bus tour from Auckland. Our guide Simon is a driving encyclopedia and made the ride in the nice bus very interesting. The caves are a highlight, also a a non Hobbit Fan.Posted on Luri YVerified Auckland, cidade cosmopolita e de gente feliz, Linda cidade e um ótimo guia q deu várias dicas. Conhecemos os principais pontos turísticos, nos assustamos vom a diversidade de pessoas do mundo todo. Adoramos as paisagens.Posted on Dennis v BeersVerified Great experience Great driver John and an amazing experience with a mini group the van was lixury with wifi well appreciated and Johns support was amazingPosted on Reid SVerified I'm going on an adventure Absolutely incredible and our driver Adil did such a good job of getting us even more excited about the adventure. He was great at setting a tone of stepping into the world and embracing itPosted on Nicoleta MVerified Must see! Recommend booking via „Auckland & Beyond Tours“ We did our tour with the provider „Auckland & Beyond Tours“ and definitely recommend! 💛Such a great trip, our guide Dave was kind, helpful and funny, and shared a lot of knowledge on the way, he made this trip so much more exciting and comfortable. The Hobbiton tour was such an incredible experience, even if you don’t know the movies this is definitely worth seeing! Knowing the movies definitely gives you the extra adrenaline and emotion kick! 😄 Waitomo glowworm cave experience was also very nice and a great way to end the day. We appreciated that we started the day at 6am (pickup from the hotel and we had a quick breakfast stop on the way) and were able to come back relatively early, most other tour providers start at 7-ish. Had enough (but not too much so it gets boring) time for a bit of shooing an breaks in between. Was an amazing day 💛 thanks everyone! Oh and also I forgot y phone on the bus 😞 but received it back on the same evening, it was taken care of very quickly. Apologies again for the inconvenience 🙈Posted on Namnam LVerified Nice trip It was a fun and memorable experience! Our guide Adil was very professional and enthusiastic, making the whole trip even more exciting. He introduced us to a lot of interesting knowledge and cold-blooded little stories about New Zealand, which was really eye-opening. From stunning natural scenery and rich Maori culture to unique wildlife and some lovely local customs, every moment is filled with freshness and surprise. The whole trip was organized so that we could get a deeper understanding and appreciation of the beauty.Posted on Jessica KVerified Informative and fun! We were picked up by our amazing guide Dave in a very spacious vehicle with about 6 other people. As we drove, Dave provided us with commentary on the history of Auckland and gave us key tips on where to stand or sit on the bus when we got to Hobbiton for the best views. He arrived early either enough time for us to stretch our legs and have a snack before our tour bus came. The tour itself was lovely and perfect for both avid and casual LoTR fans. After a drink at the Green Dragon, my brother and I ended up missing our tour bus back to the rest stop. Staff got us on another bus 20 mins later and we were so worried Dave may have left without us! But luckily he did not give up on us and had waited with the rest of our group. On the way back, he provided cookies, water, a stop overlooking a beautiful lake for pictures, and a stop for ice cream. I usually get sick on car rides, especially with all these hills, but Dave's driving was smooth there and back. Really appreciated his professionalism, sense of humor, and knowledge.Posted on Yadira PVerified On point Pick up on time. Love it because it was a small group in a luxury van. No lost time in non sense stops. Raymond our tour guide was amazing!Load more
Lunch will be arranged at one of the wineries (according to availability at time of booking)
Pick up & drop off from Waiheke ferry terminal.
This tour is for everyone to enjoy.
Yes, please advise of dietary requirements at the time of booking.
Your guide/driver will meet you directly at Matiatia Wharf once you arrive on the island and assist you from there.
Your guide will greet you personally at the wharf, confirm your name, and escort you to the tour vehicle — there’s no need to search or wait in line.
No worries — our team monitors ferry schedules closely and adjusts tour timings to ensure you don’t miss any part of your experience.
Yes, small bags or purchases are welcome. Larger luggage can be kept safely in the vehicle throughout the tour.
Yes, tours run in most weather. If conditions change, we may adjust the itinerary to make your experience as comfortable as possible.





