New Zealand · FOOD AND DRINK TOURS IN AUCKLAND
Every trip has one free day too few. These 13 food and drink tours in Auckland justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the fun part.
From 2:30 to 5:30pm, a guide such as Laura, Sarah, Alex, Jono, or Kath leads a small group through central Auckland. Expect varied tastings, local wine or beer, city stories, and easy walking between Quay Street and Commercial Bay.
“Excellent tour guude, great variety of food and wine selections....... dont miss this one...... highly recommend!”
Meet your English-speaking Ananda Tours guide at Matiatia Wharf for a five-hour Waiheke food and wine tour. Visit three boutique vineyards, taste oysters or smoked salmon, olive oil, honey, and local wines, then share a platter lunch overlooking the vines before free time in Oneroa.
“We had an amazing day, our travel tour guide Glen was a gem😁, funny , witty and very knowledgeable. Food, taste testing the olives, wine tasting incredible Definitely would do this again. Incredible day. Thank you Glen”
Choose a 5-hour minivan tour with four winery stops, three tastings, and lunch time at Thomas Batch Vineyard, or a 4-hour double-decker trip with two wineries, onboard tastings, a charcuterie board, beach walk, and Oneroa Village. Local guides such as Nooroa, Caleb, and Grant add island stories.
“Great, humorous, professional guide/driver Noo'oah and everything went well.”
Walk Auckland’s downtown with an English-speaking guide such as Sarah, Jono, Clare, Laura, or Alex, stopping for local cheese, restaurant dishes, Kiwi classics, artisan chocolate, and a local drink. Expect an easy-paced city introduction, though some steps and uneven walking make comfortable shoes essential.
“Clare was by far my favorite tour guide of all the tours I’ve been on! She is so super sweet, the food was great, and she goes above and beyond! She truly is such a kind person and it made the tour so great! She also gave us history on the city. Awesome day!”
Explore Auckland’s food scene by air-conditioned minivan with guides such as Kath, Elle, Sarah, and Allie. Expect market samples, coffee or wine, local produce, lunch, and stops around Ponsonby, Dominion Road, Mt. Eden, K Road, and the Auckland Domain. The route changes by day.
“We had a great time. Went to a coffee shop first, had our first flat whites and tangelo chocolates. We also saw how they made their coffee. Did some touring then had breakfast at a great small shop. I was already full after the meat pie and while boar terrine. More touring and then a huge lunch with oysters, prawn cocktail, beef croquettes, and more. Definitely recommend.”
Walk Auckland’s central streets with a local guide such as former chef Alex, Debbie, or Liz. You’ll make at least four food stops for New Zealand specialties, learn about Māori culture and city history, and finish with practical dining tips. Bring appetite, walking shoes, and a rain jacket.
“What a fantastic food tour! Liz picked wonderful locally owned restaurants to visit. The food was delicious and quite plentiful. Not only did we get plenty of good food, but lots of great information about Aukland and New Zealand- the histRead more”
Spend about five hours with Auckland Scenic Tours visiting West Auckland wineries along the Kumeu Wine Trail. Tastings, a three-course lunch, meal-time drinks, and pickup are included. The small group is capped at 16, and guide David has been praised for adding Auckland history to the wine talk.
“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!!”
Fly from North Shore or Ardmore to Waiheke Island, then enjoy a three-course lunch and premium wine tasting at Batch Winery, high above the island with views toward Auckland. Chris and Josh help keep the small-group day relaxed, with a scenic island drive before your ferry ride home.
“Fabulous day out from start to finish. Very friendly relaxed staff who knew everything. Great professional tour guides, highly recommend. Thanks”
Spend about eight hours crossing Auckland from the Waitematā Harbour to Muriwai’s rugged west coast. Your guide handles CBD pickup, scenic stops, Devonport, two winery visits, refreshments, and return transport. Expect short walks, changing weather, and a tasting for adults with photo ID.
“Absolutely fantastic tour! Very personalized and detailed. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and friendly. Highly recommend this tour and this tour group!”
Meet at Auckland’s Ferry Building, cross to Devonport, and spend three and a half hours tasting New Zealand favorites while hearing stories of Māori, colonial, and maritime Auckland. Guides such as Hwani and Michael lead the walk, which ends back at the ferry meeting point.
“The tour guide was fantastic—personable, engaging, and incredibly knowledgeable. I went alone, which I don’t normally do, and I still had a great time. The food choices were excellent as well. Highly recommend!”
You’ll spend about three hours walking central Auckland with a private guide such as Rosario, sampling treats including Manuka honey and kumara fries while seeing Town Hall, Viaduct Harbour, Aotea Square, Sky Tower, Britomart, and Queen Street. Dietary requests can be arranged in advance.
“Explore neighborhoods as only locals know them. Taste local foods, snacks, pastries, and beverages that not available on mainstream menus. .”
Spend about six hours with Auckland & Beyond Tours on a private countryside outing that combines a one-hour guided bush ride, wine tasting, lunch, and New Zealand art. Pickup and drop-off in central Auckland, transport, snacks, water, and entry fees are included. Tell the operator your riding level and dietary needs when booking.
Travel by private minibus from Auckland to Matakana for handmade chocolate, boutique wine, a lunch platter at the Glass House, and self-guided walks through Brick Bay and Sculptureum. You get hotel pickup, onboard WiFi, refreshments, and a relaxed nine-hour day with plenty of photo stops.
“The charcuterie boards are amazing! Wine was excellent. We bought 2 bottles of Pinot Gris to take home for a birthday party. The art walk in the forest was a nice touch especially with the classical music. I have been to 155 countries and I have never heard classical music in a forest. Kudos to the person who thought that up.”
Pick a coastline, a crater rim or a cellar door.
