15 Wine Tours in Auckland That Repay the Detour

1.Piha Waitakere Rainforest Wine Tour from Auckland

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 201 reviews · from $195Our pick

Spend about seven hours with a guide such as John McFarlane exploring Piha Beach, Karekare Falls, the Waitakere Ranges, and West Auckland wine country. The small-group tour includes transport, a one-course lunch, and tastings at Soljans Estate and Westbrook Winery. Pickup is available from selected central Auckland hotels.

“We had the best day! John went above and beyond to make sure we got the most out of the day, stopping at lookout spots along the way so we could take photos. His knowledge on the area was exceptional.”

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2.Muriwai Scenic Wine Tour from Auckland

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 118 reviews · from $114

Spend about four hours touring West Auckland with a small group of up to 11 people, visiting Muriwai’s black-sand beach and gannet colony, then tasting New Zealand wines at local estates. Guides such as John McFarlane and Daniel add context on wine, Māori place names, farming country, and coastal life. Lunch is not included.

“It was a pleasant way to spend an afternoon. John was extremely knowledgeable about the vineyards and the wines we were tasting. Learned quite a lot during the tour.”

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3.Vineyards Honey and Black Sand Beaches from Auckland

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 93 reviews · from $183

Spend six hours with guide John McFarlane visiting Kumeu River, Westbrook, and Soljans Estate wineries. Tastings, a one-course lunch, bottled water, transport, and selected hotel pickup are included. Finish at Muriwai Beach, where black iron sand and wide coastal views provide a fine change of pace.

“Best day ever! Thank you John for making it special. The wineries, lunch, beach was amazing. From pick up to drop off, it was perfect!”

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4.Small-Group Kumeu Wine Country Tour with Wine Tastings & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 68 reviews · from $192

Spend about five hours with a small group of up to 14, visiting Soljans Estate, Coopers Creek, and Westbrook wineries near Auckland. You’ll taste several wines, eat lunch at Soljans, hear local stories from guides such as Annie, Meredith, Erin, or Mark, and stop at black-sand Muriwai Beach.

“If you are looking for an intimate and interesting winery tour this is the one. Meredith, our guide was great, friendly and knew the area very well. Lunch at Soljans was really good.”

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5.Kumeu Wine Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 63 reviews · from $170

Travel from Auckland into Kumeu with a guide such as José, Jennine, or Allan for tastings at three wineries, a pizza or platter lunch, and a stop at Muriwai’s black-sand coast. The small-group van holds no more than 10 people, so you get local commentary without having to drive.

“We tasted some excellent wines at the featured wineries, including Soljans’ Kumeu Pinot Gris, Kumeu River Chardonnay, and Westbrook Riesling. The view from the location of the gannet colony is spectacular. It was a rainy day and a wine tour was the perfect activity!”

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6.Full-Day Wine Tasting Tour in Auckland with 3-Course Vineyard Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 31 reviews · from $123

Spend about five hours on Auckland’s Kumeu Wine Trail with tastings at West Auckland wineries, a three-course vineyard lunch, meal-time drinks, and a guide who may add local Auckland history to the wine talk. Pickup is offered, groups are limited to 16, and every participant must be at least 18.

“David was an exceptional tour guide. Could not have asked for a better person. We came from Canada and were only expecting him to talk about wine. We also got an in depth history on Auckland. He went above and beyond. Highly recommended. You will not be disappointed!!”

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7.Small Group Kumeu Wine Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 20 reviews · 5 hours · from $185

Leave central Auckland for Kumeu’s family-run vineyards, with tastings at Soljans, Coopers Creek, and West Brook. You’ll have a Mediterranean-style vineyard lunch with a glass of wine, then visit Muriwai’s rugged beach and mainland gannet colony, seasonal from August to April. Pickup and drop-off from inner-city hotels are included.

“Great the guide was proffesional and very nice. We had wonderful time”

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8.Auckland City Tour & Kumeu Wine Country Includes Wine Tastings & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 19 reviews · from $248

Spend eight hours with a small group touring Auckland, crossing the Harbour Bridge, stopping at Devonport and Mt. Victoria, then visiting three Kumeu wineries. You’ll have lunch and a glass of wine at Soljans Estate, taste at Westbrook and Coopers Creek, and visit Muriwai Beach for gannet views when conditions and access allow.

“This is a great combination - an interesting tour around Auckland and then out in the countryside to visit three lovely wineries. Lunch was great and the wineries were all worth visiting. I highly recommend this excursion.”

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9.Kumeu Wine Region Shuttle from Auckland

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 19 reviews · from $68Best value

Travel from Auckland with a local guide such as John to visit Kumeu-area wineries, learn how New Zealand wine is made, and taste up to seven wines. The route includes Soljans Estate, Hunting Lodge, and Westbrook in the supplied schedule, while some tour details describe a Villa Maria winery visit. Confirm the exact stops before booking.

“Weather was bad but tour was great. Although we have done many wine tours this was our first visit to behind the scenes at a winery. Very interesting. Great local knowledge and history from our driver.”

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10.Romantic Auckland Sunset tour with Winery & Thermal pool

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · from $279

Spend six hours beyond Auckland with guide Sean or another small-group host, combining Muriwai’s black-sand sunset, dinner and wine at Hunting Lodge, and a two-hour soak at Palm Springs. Pickup, transport, WiFi, bottled water, food, wine, and the thermal pool entry are included. Groups are capped at nine.

“Really fun and relaxing experience. The pools were great, clean changing area and bathrooms too. Unfortunately the weather didn’t cooperate and I missed the sunset on my tour but the beach was still a gorgeous sight.”

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11.Auckland Coastal Experience – Small Group City & Beach Tour Incl. Wine Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · from $232

Spend eight hours crossing Auckland from harbor to coast with a local English-speaking guide. Stop at the Harbour Bridge, Westhaven Marina, Bastion Point, Achilles Point, Devonport, Muriwai Beach, and two wineries. Hotel pickup, minibus transport, refreshments, Wi-Fi, and wine tastings are included. Confirm the current Muriwai access before booking.

“Absolutely fantastic tour! Very personalized and detailed. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and friendly. Highly recommend this tour and this tour group!”

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12.Auckland West Vineyard Tour with lunch and tastings incl

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · from $335

Spend about six hours crossing Auckland’s Harbour Bridge to visit Westbrook, Hunting Lodge, Kumeu River, and Soljans Estate. You’ll taste wines at three vineyards, enjoy lunch with a glass of wine, and travel with a private guide such as Maty, Caleb, or Mate. Adults only.

“The tour was a small group and the wineries were not crowded. The guide Maty was very fun, friendly and knowledgeable. We highly recommend this tour.”

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13.Wineries / Brewery

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · from $173

Join Brett in an air-conditioned minivan for a private four-hour outing from Auckland. Visit Soljans Estate Winery and Kumeu River Wines, then taste craft beer and enjoy a Kiwi lunch at Hallertau Brewery. Tastings and lunch cost extra, and the tour requires at least two people.

“It was wonderful and the tour driver told us about sites along the way. Driver was a great tour guide.”

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14.Private Tour – Horse Riding, Wine Tasting and Art Trail

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · from $465

Spend about six hours exploring Auckland’s countryside and culture with a professional driver-guide. You’ll enjoy a one-hour guided horse ride, wine tasting, an art trail, lunch, snacks, and private pickup from central Auckland. Tell the operator your riding level, age, and dietary needs when booking.

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15.Rotoroa Island and Man O’War Vineyard Combo Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 5 reviews · 7 hours · from $71

Cruise from Auckland to Rotoroa Island and Man O’ War Vineyard on Waiheke. Walk native bush tracks, spot wildlife, swim from sandy beaches, then enjoy a beachfront wine tasting or meal. The $71 fare covers transport and island access, but food, wine, and hotel transfers cost extra.

“The boat trips were well organised and the wrist bands helped for the various drop offs and pick ups. Rotoroa Island was lovely showing how conservation could be shared with "normally visitor activities" like the swim beaches and the BBQ stations for folk to use. The Man - o - War Vineyard was OK but a bit pricey for the tasting given the quantities in each tasting. I think the 4 wines we had would not have equated to a standard glass. The wines themselves were obviously subjective to the palate, which unfortunately didn't really match mine. The bottle servers knew their wine patter well.”

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