Private Half-Day Tour of Auckland's Wine Country - Vines out west
Overview
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4 hours
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Escape the city for a relaxed afternoon in Auckland’s wine country. Enjoy boutique cellar-door tastings, a behind-the-scenes visit inside a working family winery, and time to unwind among the vineyards just 30 minutes west of Auckland.
This half-day experience visits welcoming cellar doors and boutique wineries where generations of winemaking families have built a reputation for producing excellent wines. The region’s wine story began in the late 1800s, when Dalmatian immigrants first planted vines in the fertile soils of West Auckland.
Travelling with your own local guide, you’ll visit local vineyards and enjoy cellar-door tastings surrounded by vines and countryside. Along the way you'll step behind the scenes inside a working 5th-generation family winery, offering insight into where grapes from the surrounding vineyards begin their journey from vine to glass.
Time among the vineyards offers the chance to slow down, relax, and enjoy the atmosphere of this historic wine region.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Travellers must be able to safely enter and exit a standard vehicle without assistance.
Travellers must be over 18 years old. Passengers under 30 maybe asked to present proof of age
What To Expect
Soljans Estate Winery
Visit one of West Auckland’s historic family wineries, where winemaking has been part of the Soljan family for five generations. During the visit you’ll enjoy a short behind-the-scenes glimpse inside the working winery, offering insight into the winemaking spaces before continuing with a cellar-door wine tasting featuring a selection of the estate’s wines.
Westbrook Winery
Spend time at one of West Auckland’s boutique vineyard estates, where relaxed cellar-door tastings offer the chance to enjoy local wines surrounded by vines and countryside. The winery’s peaceful vineyard setting provides time to slow down and enjoy the atmosphere of the region. Guests are welcome to purchase a light lunch, platter, or additional glass of wine if they wish, making this a perfect place to relax among the vines.
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Private Half-Day Tour of Auckland's Wine Country - Vines out west
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Bottled water
Behind-the-scenes look inside a working winery
Travel in comfort with your personal guide in a modern, air-conditioned SUV vehicle.
Wine tastings at two boutique West Auckland wineries
Airport pick ups or drop-offs are not included in this tour.
Personal expenses — Any purchases made during the tour are not included.
Gratuities
Meals, snacks, and beverages are not included unless specifically mentioned.
Pickup points
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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