Kumeu or Matakana Vineyard Shuttle
The perfect way to visit a selection of three of Auckland’s or Matakana’s best vineyards. You only pay tasting fees at the venues you want. Most wineries also sell beer and food so you can eat as you go. A great way to enjoy the countryside and try some of the classic wines for which New Zealand is famous.
Depending on the Auckland Vineyard Shuttle visits include Soljans Estate, Kumeu River, West Brook Wines, The Hunting Lodge Winery and Coopers Creek.
The Matakana Vineyard Shuttle visits Matakana Village, Matakana Estate, Omaha Bay Vineyard, Runner Duck, and Brick Bay
Regions
Kumeu, Huapai, Waimaku Valley, Matakana
Duration
11.00am – 4.00pm (5 hours)
Auckland Vineyard Shuttle
We start at Soljans Estate established in 1937. Soljans produce estate Chardonnay, Pinot Gris and Pinotage
Their Hawkes Bay vineyards supply Syrah, Cabernet and Malbec. Marlborough provides Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling and Gewurtztamner while Gisborne provide the fruit for their popular sparkling Muscat. Their Tawny Port is always on Tasting – Tasting Fees $15pp
Next we stop at West brook Wines
The Hunting Lodge is a great place to chill, taste some wine or order a wood fired Pizza. Four of their wines are served in a wooden tasting paddle. Tasting Fees $15pp
Coopers Creek and West Brook have a wide range of award winning wines including some lesser known varietals like Arneis and Montepulciano Tasting Fees $15pp
You can be delivered with your luggage to Auckland Domestic or International Airport at the conclusion of the tour for an additonal NZ$50 per booking
NB: Tour only operates Saturdays & Sundays
The booking system will only show dates that are bookable.
Kumeu Vineyard Shuttle NZ$79pp
Requires a minimum of 3 pax to operate
Matakana Vineyard Shuttle NZ$99pp
Requires a minimum of 3 pax to operate
Occasionally vineyards are closed for weddings, concerts and private events .