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Wine Tasting in New Zealand: The 15 Best Cellar Days

54 tours  ·  from $41 a head

Waiheke syrah, Marlborough sauvignon blanc and Central Otago pinot noir, on three different latitudes. The 15 below are priced by cellar count, with transport notes for the ones that finish well after lunch.

Waiheke island Wine Tours - PREMIUM wine tasting MAX 11 clients ! - The scenic drive comes before the wine
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Waiheke island Wine Tours – PREMIUM wine tasting MAX 11 clients !

1.Waiheke island Wine Tours – PREMIUM wine tasting MAX 11 clients !

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,378 reviews · from $155Our pick

Meet your guide at Matiatia Wharf after the morning ferry and spend about six hours touring Waiheke, with scenic stops, commentary, and premium tastings at three vineyards. Guides such as Oliver, Glenn, and Melita lead groups of up to 11. Tastings, water, island transport, and a food pairing are included. Ferry fare and lunch are extra.

“A wonderfully personal, irreverent and well-diversified day outing. We had excellent commentary on Waiheke’s history, a solid tour of the lovely island and stops at three vineyards with different strengths. Our guide, Glen, was engaged and fun, making sure we got a lunch table at the place we fancied amongst his recommendations. A winter visit yielded an extra-small group tour for us, which was a plus. Small groups are definitely the way to visit vineyards! Recommended.”

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From Auckland: Waiheke Island Wineries' Tour - Four tasting stops, with a different feel at each
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From Auckland: Waiheke Island Wineries’ Tour

2.Waiheke Island Wineries’ Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 934 reviews · 6 hours · from $110

Meet your English-speaking Enjoi guide at Waiheke Ferry Terminal and spend about six hours visiting four or more wineries, breweries, or tasting stops. You will sample local wines, enjoy at least 1.5 hours for lunch, and hear island stories while riding in a small vehicle. Guides may include David, Justin, Sherrie, Luca, or Zoltan.

“Great guide who imparted local knowledge and insight into the island as well guiding us around the wineries. Great tour we can throughly recommend”

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Boutique Wine Tour - visit Central Otago, 4 Wineries & Lunch - Gibbston begins the wine story
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Boutique Wine Tour – visit Central Otago, 4 Wineries & Lunch

3.Boutique Wine Tour – visit Central Otago, 4 Wineries & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 673 reviews · from $173

Travel from Queenstown to four Central Otago cellar doors with a local guide such as Ben, John, Phil, or Evie. Taste mostly Pinot Noir and other cool-climate wines, share a platter lunch, enjoy Lake Wakatipu and Remarkables views, and stop in Old Cromwell. Pickup, transport, tastings, and lunch are included.

“This wine tour was a great way to kick off our vacation. We got to see some beautiful vineyards and countryside. The tour guide was knowledgeable, and kept us moving at a good pace without feeling rushed. The only negative was that one stop was not in a vineyard but a tasting room along the side of the road, so there was no ambience and no beautiful vineyard vistas.”

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Award Winning Premium Wine Tour Queenstown Tasting at 4 Wineries - Kinross brings several labels and the day’s food stop
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Award Winning Premium Wine Tour Queenstown Tasting at 4 Wineries

4.Award Winning Premium Wine Tour Queenstown Tasting at 4 Wineries

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 632 reviews · from $164

Spend about six hours tasting New Zealand wines at Gibbston Valley, Kinross, Mt Rosa, and Ayrburn. You will tour an underground cellar, enjoy tastings at four wineries, and travel in a Mercedes van with a guide such as Do, Lee, Beth, Allegra, or Leonie. Hotel pickup is offered at selected Queenstown hotels.

“Visited 4 great wineries. Had a great lunch at our second stop and the group we were with was super friendly and fun. All around amazing day.”

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Waiheke Island: Wine Tour & Lunch at Award Winning Venue - Getting From Auckland to Matiatia Wharf
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Waiheke Island: Wine Tour & Lunch at Award Winning Venue

5.Wine Tour & Lunch at Award Winning Venue

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 510 reviews · 5 hours · from $173

Meet your English-speaking Waiheke guide at Matiatia Wharf, then visit three boutique vineyards for tastings of wines such as Syrah, Pinot Gris, Rosé, and Bordeaux blends. You’ll also enjoy lunch and a glass of wine at beachfront 372 restaurant in Onetangi. Guides including Nooroa, Karen, Caleb, Rob, and Debbie are known for warm, funny local commentary.

“Debbie was great! Great tour of 3no wineries and 1no restaurant for food by the beach if you buy the package to include food. 3no tasting at each winery with time to explore for a short while.”

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Waiheke Island Premium Wine Tour with Tastings - The route changes, and that is part of the appeal
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Waiheke Island Premium Wine Tour with Tastings

6.Waiheke Island Premium Wine Tour with Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 504 reviews · from $111

Meet your guide at Matiatia Ferry Terminal for a six-hour Waiheke wine day by minibus. Visit three or four changing boutique vineyards, taste three to five wines at each, and buy lunch at one stop. Guides such as Michelle and David add island stories, but winery choices and timing can vary.

“Awesome trip and group. David was great as a guide. He made an effort to talk to everyone and get to know the group. Lots of fun”

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Taste of Waiheke Food and Wine Tour - Allpress Olive Groves brings a welcome change of pace
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Taste of Waiheke Food and Wine Tour

7.Taste of Waiheke Food and Wine Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 465 reviews · from $179

Take the 10:15 am ferry from downtown Auckland to Waiheke Island, where a private guide such as Victor or Kai leads you to Allpress Olive Groves, Batch Winery, Cable Bay Vineyards, and Mudbrick Vineyard. Expect three wine tastings, olive oil, a two-course lunch, island commentary, and scenic views. Your guide meets you on Waiheke, not at the Auckland terminal.

“Great dinner, great wine tasting experience on beautiful WAIHEKE Island....friendly service ! Highly recommend it !”

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Waipara Wine Tour from Christchurch - including Lunch & Tastings - The noon departure from Cathedral Square
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Waipara Wine Tour from Christchurch – including Lunch & Tastings

8.Waipara Wine Tour from Christchurch – including Lunch & Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 462 reviews · from $117

Leave central Christchurch for a half-day Waipara wine tour with a guide such as Stephanie, Jude, Craig, or Andrew. Visit three available wineries, taste at least 15 wines, enjoy a platter lunch at the first stop, and return to Cathedral Square in about five and a half hours.

“The 3 wineries visited were quite different from each other but located close together so travel was much reduced, allowing much more time to taste at each winery. The offerings were good to excellent, with no “dogs.” The hosts and oRead more”

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Half Day Martinborough Winery Tour from Wellington - A short stop at C’est Cheese
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Half Day Martinborough Winery Tour from Wellington

9.Half Day Martinborough Winery Tour from Wellington

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 454 reviews · from $114

Travel from Wellington to Martinborough in a small group of up to 11, crossing the Remutaka Ranges with a local guide such as Simon, Athena, Gary, or Alistair. Visit three wineries, taste included wines, and stop at C’est Cheese when time allows. Lunch is optional and paid separately.

“Athena was an excellent, informative guide. She shared winery and local information like a pro. She engaged everyone on the tour and was able to call us all by name.”

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Beyond the Vines - Full-Day Marlborough Wine Tasting Tour - Guides Make the Difference Between a Ride and a Good Day
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Beyond the Vines – Full-Day Marlborough Wine Tasting Tour

10.Beyond the Vines – Full-Day Marlborough Wine Tasting Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 438 reviews · from $136

Travel from Picton or Blenheim through Marlborough’s wine country with a small group of up to 11 people. Visit about five wineries, taste Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Gris, Riesling, Pinot Noir, and other local varieties, and stop for lunch at Saint Clair Vineyard Kitchen or another selected estate. Guides may include Gavin, Hamish, James, Keith, or Lynley.

“Our guide was outstanding and made some real time adjustments to plan at the group’s request. Great set of wineries. Great communication.”

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Queenstown: Afternoon Wine & Beer Tour with Platters - Stop two: five producers at Kinross Cellar Door
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Queenstown: Afternoon Wine & Beer Tour with Platters

11.Afternoon Wine & Beer Tour with Platters

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 363 reviews · from $158

Leave central Queenstown at 3 pm for three tasting stops in Gibbston. Choose wine or beer, sample several producers at Kinross, relax with a craft-beer flight at Altitude Brewing, and share antipasto. Guides such as Stuart, Do, Ash, and Shanay add local stories and good humor. The group is capped at 14.

“We had an incredible evening being able to get a taste of some NZ beer and wine. Danny was our guide and he was fantastic - very friendly, professional and took good care of us. We enjoyed all of the stops and found it a good value!!!”

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Hop on Hop off Wine Tours Queenstown - Ayrburn, Mora, and Amisfield bring food into the picture
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Hop on Hop off Wine Tours Queenstown

12.Hop on Hop off Wine Tours Queenstown

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 350 reviews

This flexible Queenstown wine tour links Arrowtown, Gibbston Valley, cellar doors, breweries, taverns, and adventure stops. Buses run about every 45 minutes, letting you build a half or full day. Drivers such as George, Kerry, Pete, and Liana add local advice and commentary. Plan carefully: the route runs one way, so you may manage only four to six stops.

“The wineries had friendly and helpful staff. There was no rush. Short hops between each. The drivers had helpful advice”

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WAIHEKE ZEITGEIST Small Groups Ultra Boutique Off Grid Wine Tours - Starting at Matiatia and getting your bearings in Oneroa
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WAIHEKE ZEITGEIST Small Groups Ultra Boutique Off Grid Wine Tours

13.WAIHEKE ZEITGEIST Small Groups Ultra Boutique Off Grid Wine Tours

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 333 reviews · from $150

Join Grant of Waivino Tours for a six-hour, small-group Waiheke wine tour capped at nine people. After meeting at Matiatia Ferry Terminal, you’ll stop in Oneroa, visit family-run wineries, taste up to 15 handcrafted wines, and hear local stories while crossing native bush roads and coastal viewpoints. The Auckland ferry and hotel transfers are not included.

“My family of 5 had a wonderful tour on Waiheke with Grant. He was extremely knowledgeable about the island and took us to some beautiful vineyards/ wineries. It was the perfect day!”

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Gourmet Food and Wine Tour Queenstown All-Inclusive Tour - From Lake Hayes to the Kawarau Bridge
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Gourmet Food and Wine Tour Queenstown All-Inclusive Tour

14.Gourmet Food and Wine Tour Queenstown All-Inclusive Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 332 reviews · from $204

Travel from Queenstown into Central Otago with a small group, tasting wines at four vineyards across three sub-regions. You’ll tour Gibbston Valley’s wine cave, enjoy a five-dish lunch cooked in retired oak barrels at The Stoaker Room, taste wine with cheese, and visit Cromwell and Arrowtown. Guides such as John, Lindsay, Al, and Phil add local color.

“One of the most fun days of our Queenstown holiday! Great guide, lovely selection of wineries with delicious wine. Our lunch was one of our FAVOURITE meals of our whole trip.”

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Waiheke Island Gourmet Food and Wine Tour - Starting at Matiatia Wharf
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Waiheke Island Gourmet Food and Wine Tour

15.Waiheke Island Gourmet Food and Wine Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 329 reviews · from $212

Meet your guide at Matiatia Wharf for a relaxed Waiheke food and wine day. Visit boutique vineyards, taste island oysters, olive oil, and artisan cheese, enjoy a family-style lunch at Casita Miro or a similar venue, then finish with whisky, spirits, or wine at The Heke. Guides may include Michael, Nick, Grant, or Fleur.

“Visited four wonderful yet different wineries on Waiheke Island . Small group of 10 was great. Our host Craig was knowledgeable and helpful and we met others who shared our passion. A beautiful day indeed !”

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