New Zealand is famed for its spectacular natural landscape, but it also stands out with enthralling cuisine. From farm-to-table experiences to waterfront restaurants, New Zealand chefs display global flavors through unique flavor combinations.
Start your food adventure in Napier’s wine region before traveling onward to Martinborough in Wairarapa for its world-renowned Bordeaux blends and chardonnay. Finally, cycle through Marlborough where sauvignon blanc reigns supreme!
Waiheke Island
Waiheke Island is an idyllic paradise located at the Hauraki Gulf’s edge, offering world-renowned wine and food experiences just a short ferry ride from central Auckland. Here you’ll find art galleries, award-winning olive oils and beautiful beaches – Waiheke has something special to offer everyone.
Visit one of the island’s world-class vineyards, such as Rangihoua Estate, which began as just a handful of olive trees back in 1997 and now boasts over 4,200, producing award winning olive oil! Take the onsite tour for tastings as well as to gain insights into how these amazing products are manufactured.
Oneroa Village is another must-visit, boasting its charming ambience and variety of eateries and activities. The picturesque beach provides the ideal place for swimming or sunbathing while its quaint shops and cafes make shopping and relaxing enjoyable experiences.
EcoZip Waiheke provides an exciting zip line adventure, perfect for adrenaline junkies seeking thrills. Experience its picturesque beauty while spotting geckos, skinks, weta and glow worms amongst native bush. Or for something more relaxing try horseback riding along breathtaking landscapes and countryside?
Hawke’s Bay
Hawke’s Bay’s warm climate produces world-renowned chardonnay and Bordeaux varieties that have put this region on the wine map. By joining Bay Tours tours of Hawke’s Bay cellar doors, you will learn how wine production and maturation takes place locally while sampling several top labels while taking time for tasting sessions and answering any of your questions!
Fine wines aren’t the only draw in this region; tours will also visit local food producers such as cheesemakers, olive oil manufacturers and wild mushroom growers. Plus you’ll get to taste some local dishes such as mussels and beef tataki!
New Zealand is best-known for its bustling cities, stunning glaciers, and unique Maori culture; however, visiting its delightful countryside will give an equally rewarding experience. Here you will discover numerous picturesque vineyards, olive groves and white sandy beaches – offering visitors a memorable stay.
New Zealand offers plenty of outdoor adventure, yet relaxing cafes or city galleries provide welcome respite from its lush terrains. To complete your experience, pick up some New Zealand jade jewelry; this precious green stone has deep cultural ties in Maori culture and can make beautiful pendants.
Nelson
New Zealand is an idyllic island destination, boasting relaxed seaside cities, vineyards, glorious gardens and endless beaches. Additionally, New Zealand provides visitors with cultural and culinary experiences from Maori culture to wine tasting tours; our New Zealand tours showcase these attractions and more!
Nelson Tasman region produces all of New Zealand’s hops, leading to many craft breweries here. One great way to explore beer here is on the Great Taste Bike Trail which travels through Nelson suburbs such as Richmond, Tahunanui and Stoke. This six-hour tour costs $105 NZD per person and includes bike rental, shuttle to start of trail as well as beer tastings at every stop along its route.
Visit Rabbit Island, just 25-minutes’ drive from Nelson. This nature reserve boasts scenic trails through pine forests, long grey sandy beaches and safe swimming in turquoise waters – perfect for picnicking! Residents love exploring it by car or kayak tours or cycling there on the Great Taste Bike Trail.
Other must-see activities in the area include Founders Heritage Park, which takes you back in time with its charming character buildings and Bristol Freighter plane. Also make time to visit Hop and Beer Museum or ride the train! For something a bit more exhilarating try Cable Bay Adventure Park’s flying fox ride – or why not experience all three activities together at once!
Queenstown
Visit New Zealand’s premier vineyards and food producers with this 13-day Culinary Journey. Embark on an epicurean journey across both North and South Islands while tasting world-class wines and enjoying gourmet meals!
Queenstown is an outdoor adventurer’s haven. Boasting world-class hiking, cycling and kayaking opportunities amidst spectacular mountainous backdrops, Queenstown also provides a relaxing environment with boutique shopping or taking strolls along Lake Wakatipu’s sparkling waters.
Step aboard Queenstown’s historic TSS Earnslaw steamship for an idyllic lake cruise on Queenstown’s crystal-clear Lake Wakatipu. Here, admire its vintage charm while learning its history from your knowledgeable guide.
After lunch, enjoy an afternoon exploring rural life on Walter Peak High Country Farm. From feeding farm animals to watching a sheep shearing demonstration, you’ll discover just what makes Kiwi life unique. After enjoying classic afternoon tea on site at the homestead, enjoy delectable barbecue fare at the homestead followed by a mouthwatering dinner of salmon or trout from Lake Wakatipu with local wine pairing and classic apple pie dessert before returning back to your hotel and rest.