Auckland Coastal Discovery - Private Tour Incl. Wine Tasting
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Is Auckland Coastal Discovery - Private Tour Incl. Wine Tasting worth booking?
Auckland Coastal Discovery - Private Tour Incl. Wine Tasting is a 8-hour experience in Auckland, New Zealand, from $570 per person. It scores 43 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 1 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 43 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (1)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $570 per person
Discover the best sights of Auckland city, taste some of New Zealand’s best wines and enjoy the magnificent coastal expanses on this premium private luxury experience. See life in Auckland unfold and explore various land
What you get
About this experience
Discover the best sights of Auckland city, taste some of New Zealand’s best wines and enjoy the magnificent coastal expanses on this premium private luxury experience. See life in Auckland unfold and explore various landmarks, appreciate the views over Auckland Harbour. Cruise through Auckland's peaceful and calm white sand beach in the morning and experience the rugged and roaring black sand beach in the afternoon. Enjoy an exclusive combine of city tour with afternoon wine tasting and lunch at a contemporary vineyard restaurant.
What's included
Included
- Private transportation
- Drive through Victorian suburbs and bustling shopping centres
- Fully guided private return transfers from Auckland
- Explore the West coast black sand beaches and rugged coastline
- All Fees and Taxes
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Travel Northwest to indulge in culture, creativity, adventure, fine food and wine
- Complimentary refreshments and water onboard
- On-board WiFi
- Walk on Auckland’s awe-inspiring soft, black sand beaches
- Enjoy wine tasting at two of Auckland’s finest vineyards with lunch before calling it a day
- A local English-speaking tour escort throughout the journey
- Luxurious temperature-controlled private transportation in a minibus
- Photo stops at major Auckland city highlight spots
- Take in stunning views at Auckland's iconic vistas including Achilles point and Bastion Point
- Lunch
- Exclusive immersive activities and interaction with local communities
- Marvel at the Muriwai Gannet Colony, a seasonal walk available between September to April
- Cruise through the city to Tamaki Drive, Auckland Domain, the suburb of Parnell
- Complimentary pick up and drop off from Auckland
- Visit to lookouts over Muriwai Beach, the gannet colony (September to April)
- Spectacular views of the Tasman Sea and West Coast beaches
- Complimentary high-speed internet onboard the minibus
- Visit Devonport on the North Shore for incredible views looking back to the city
- Wine tasting at 2 vineyards
- Walk next to soaring cliffs, roaring surf, and spectacular, volcanic black sand beaches
- Visit to Auckland Harbour Bridge, West Haven Marina, Devonport and Parnell Village
- Stroll on beautiful white sand beaches and feel the sand between your toes
- Take in great views of Hauraki Gulf, the Harbour Bridge, spectacular ocean vistas
- Visit to Auckland Waterfront, Bastion Point, Mission Bay, Tamaki Drive and Achilles Point
Not included
- Breakfast
- Dinner
What you'll see and do
Auckland Central
We pickup travellers from most locations in the Auckland CBD location. If your pickup location is not available on the list, please do not hesitate to contact us and we will do our very best to accommodate your request.
15 minutes here
Auckland Harbour Bridge
We stop to view the Auckland Harbour Bridge & the Watchman Island from Curran Street along the waterfront where there is plenty of photo opportunities.
15 minutes here
Westhaven Marina
Westhaven Marina in Auckland, New Zealand, is the largest yacht marina in the Southern Hemisphere.[citation needed] The marina has nearly two thousand berths and swing moorings, and tends to be continually booked. Auckland, known as 'City of Sails', is generally known for its maritime passions.
15 minutes here
Tamaki Drive
Coastal Drive through Kohimarama, Mission Bay and Tamaki Drive before proceeding to Auckland’s west coast. Reaching Mission Bay at lunch time allows to explore a fantastic selection of cafes and restaurants and to spend time at the east coast beaches or jump on a scooter to ride through Auckland’s Waterfront.
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Bastion Point
Bastion Point offers magnificent views out over the Hauraki Gulf and Waitematā Harbour, as well as back to central Auckland. It’s one of the best places in Auckland to take photos of the skyline and harbour. As the name suggests, its position overlooking the harbour makes it an ideal defence point for the city. The Māori name for this area is Takaparawhā. This scenic area includes the Savage Memorial, which commemorates Michael Joseph Savage, one of New Zealand’s most beloved prime ministers.
30 minutes here
Achilles Point was originally named Te Pane o Horoiwi (the head of Horoiwi) due to the Maori history of the site. It was renamed by the council in 1940 in honour of the New Zealand crewed ship HMS Achilles. The HMS Achilles defeated the German cruiser Graf Spee in the 1939 Battle of the River Plate, the first major naval battle of World War II. Achilles Point has great views of the Waitemata Harbour, and of course the Gulf Islands. Not so much a venue for actvities, but the views say it all..
30 minutes here
Auckland Domain
Besides the beautiful surroundings, entering Auckland Domain will surprise you at how big it is, and how many beautiful spots there are to just sit down and relax! Also, there is a duck pond which has a fountain in it, and that makes for happy ducks! The excellent Auckland Museum is also found within Auckland Domain. Sitting on the green grass surrounded by the pink flowers, you could only hear the birds and feel the gentle wind blow your face.
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Devonport
Travel across the Auckland Harbour Bridge and take in 360-degree views of the city on your way to the North Shore of Auckland. Take in more spectacular views of Auckland city and the Hauraki Gulf from North Head. Drive through Victorian suburbs and bustling shopping centres and travel North West to discovery, culture, creativity, adventure, fine food and wine.
15 minutes here
Westbrook Winery
Tempt your taste buds at one of the award-winning vineyard who offer an extensive range of wines for every unique taste and occasion. Enjoy wine tasting & a delicious Vineyard lunch with a matching wine.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Muriwai Beach
Arrive at the Wild West coast black sand beach of Muriwai. Exploring this area, you will be amazed by the rugged coastline, unique black sand and the feel of raw natural power that surrounds the area. Though the waves are thundering and the sand, a unique shade of black, Muriwai is one of the best New Zealand beaches to kick off your shoes, feel the sand between your toes and watch the world go by. The expansive landscape that reaches as far as the eye can see, and swell gushing in from the Tasman Sea, allows you to feel the true force of natural New Zealand.
30 minutes here
Soljans Estate Winery
Tempt your taste buds at one of the award-winning vineyard who offer an extensive range of wines for every unique taste and occasion. Enjoy a generous tasting of Sauvignon Blanc, Merlot Cabernet, Pinot Gris, Rose & Port.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Auckland Central
After an exhilarating fun-filled experience, it is now time to head back to Auckland to conclude your evening and drop-off at your hotel in Auckland.
15 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Auckland
Please meet us in front of Mövenpick Hotel, 8 Customs Street if you decide to meet us at our central meeting point in Auckland City.
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Please meet us in front of Mövenpick Hotel, 8 Customs Street if you decide to meet us at our central meeting point in Auckland City.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- ExperienceKart
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The Gannets nesting season is from August/September until March/April, you might find some off season too but it’s not 100% guaranteed.
- Tours are suitable for people of all ages and average fitness. Our scenic walks are short and optional. Please let our guide know at check in if you have any fitness concerns.
- Please wear comfortable clothing suitable for the conditions, walking footwear, Sun protection, jacket/warm layer, & any essential personal items.
- You must be able to climb and descend stairs and walk on unpaved or uneven terrain.
- Bring a camera or a phone with camera capability as this is the perfect place to get some great travel photos.
- Please dress with an additional layer of clothing (in winter months) & closed toe footwear.
- You must be at least 18 years of age and present a valid photo ID in order to consume alcohol.
- Please note that the visit to Muriwai Gannet Colony & black sand beach is suspended until further notice due to damages caused to Muriwai's west coast due to surface flooding and large slips.
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Traveler reviews
1 verified traveler reviews for Auckland Coastal Discovery - Private Tour Incl. Wine Tasting. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great day learning about Aukland and the surrounding coastal area!
Karthik was tremendously knowledgeable, not only about the city of Aukland, but about the entire country and its history. The van was very comfortable, and Karthik used a head set which allowed us to easily hear him even from the back seat. We covered most of the city and had plenty of opportunity to take photos from stunning viewpoints. The 2nd half of the tour included visits to two wineries and the black beach. The lunch that was provided as part of the tour was amazing! I highly recommend using Experience Kart for one of your New Zealand tours.
Response from the operator: Kia Ora Brenley, Thank you very much for choosing to book with ExperienceKart and it was an absolute privilege and pleasure to host you on an epic Auckland Coastal Discovery Experience. We are super stoked to hear that you had an amazing day exploring the iconic vistas of Auckland including some delicious lunch and wine tasting. We take pride in offering exceptional travel experiences to all our guests and your kind words and feedback mean the world to us. We thank you for recommending our services and look forward to hosting you again very soon on another epic adventure!
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Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
- Price range
- $570 to $995
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 43
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Auckland Coastal Discovery - Private Tour Incl. Wine Tasting: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Auckland.
How much does Auckland Coastal Discovery - Private Tour Incl. Wine Tasting cost?
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Prices start at $570 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Auckland usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Auckland Coastal Discovery - Private Tour Incl. Wine Tasting take?
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Plan for about 8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Auckland is not rushed.
Is Auckland Coastal Discovery - Private Tour Incl. Wine Tasting worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 43 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 1 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable food & drink in Auckland, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Auckland Coastal Discovery - Private Tour Incl. Wine Tasting?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Auckland Coastal Discovery - Private Tour Incl. Wine Tasting suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Auckland Coastal Discovery - Private Tour Incl. Wine Tasting?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Auckland can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Auckland and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Auckland Coastal Discovery - Private Tour Incl. Wine Tasting start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Auckland within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Auckland?
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On Outty we rank every Auckland experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Hobbiton & Waitomo Caves Guided Day Trip from Auckland incl lunch, Hobbiton Movie Set Small Group Tour with Cheeky Kiwi Travel, Hobbiton & Waitomo Glowworm Caves Tour with Lunch from Auckland. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Auckland?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Auckland?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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