A 10-Day Journey Through the North Island’s Best Vineyards
Join us on an unforgettable 10-day wine tour through New Zealand’s stunning North Island, hosted by Nick the Wine Guy—a seasoned sommelier, former winery and olive grove owner, and passionate wine educator.
This exclusive small-group tour is designed for wine lovers who want more than just tastings—it’s a deep dive into the art of winemaking, food and wine pairings, and the unique terroirs that make New Zealand wines world-class.
Why Join This Tour?
🍷 Expert-Guided Tastings – Daily wine education sessions with Nick, exploring everything from grape varietals to perfect pairings.
🍽️ Gourmet Pairing Experiences – Indulge in exquisite meals expertly matched with local wines.
🏞️ Breathtaking Vineyards – Visit top wineries in Hawke’s Bay, Martinborough, and Auckland, meeting the passionate winemakers behind the bottles.
🍇 Behind-the-Scenes Access – Get exclusive winery tours, barrel tastings, and insights into the winemaking process.
🌿 Cultural & Scenic Delights – Explore the North Island’s stunning landscapes, from rolling vineyards to rugged coastlines.
What’s Included?
✅ 10 Days of Unforgettable Wine & Food Experiences
✅ Daily Wine Education Sessions with Nick
✅ Accommodation throughout the North Island of New Zealand
✅ Private Wine Tastings & Exclusive Winery Tours
✅ Gourmet Meals & Special Pairing Dinners (not all meals are included, see the itinerary for full details)
✅ Comfortable, Private Transportation Throughout the Trip
✅ Small Group Experience (Limited Spots Available!)
Meet Your Host: Nick the Wine Guy
With years of experience as a sommelier, winery owner, and olive grove cultivator, Nick brings a wealth of knowledge and a down-to-earth approach to wine education. Whether you’re a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your wine journey, you’ll leave this trip with a newfound appreciation for New Zealand’s incredible wines.
Follow Nick:
Limited Spots – Secure Yours Today!
This once-in-a-lifetime tour is limited to a small group for an intimate and immersive experience. Don’t miss your chance to explore New Zealand’s finest wines with expert guidance, unparalleled access to top wineries, and unforgettable food and wine pairings.
📅 Dates: March 3rd 2026 (Tuesday) – March 12th 2026 (Thursday)
💰 Pricing & Booking: Cost per double/twin share room is $8,950 NZD (approx $5010 USD)
Cost for a single room is $10,893 NZD (approx $6,095 USD)
Click below to reserve your spot on this extraordinary journey through New Zealand’s wine country!
This trip will go ahead with a minimum of 9 rooms booked. There are a maximum of 13 spaces available.
A $500 deposit is required at time of booking. Balance of payment is due November 28, 2025.
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SECURE YOUR PLACE NOWWhat’s included in this trip:
- Day 1 – Accommodation in Auckland (includes breakfast & Dinner) + Private Transfer Auckland Airport to your Auckland Accommodation .
- Day 2 – Accommodation in Auckland (includes breakfast) + Private Full Day Taste of Auckland Tour with Bush and Beach – Lunch Included.
- Day 3 – Accommodation in Auckland (includes breakfast) + Fullers Reserve Ferry Auckland to Waiheke Island (Return) + Waiheke Island Private Gourmet Food and Wine Tour.
- Day 4 – Accommodation in Rotorua (includes breakfast) + Private Coach Transfer + Glow Worm Caves Tour with Discover Waitomo + Te Pā Tū Evening Māori Cultural Experience – Dinner Included.
- Day 5 – Accommodation in Napier (includes breakfast and 3 course dinner) + Private Coach Transfer + Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland
- Day 6 – Accommodation in Napier (includes breakfast) + Private Coach Transfer
- Day 7- Accommodation in Martinborough (includes breakfast) + Private Coach Transfer
- Day 8 – Accommodation in Wellington (includes breakfast) + Private Coach Transfer
- Day 9 – Accommodation in Wellington (includes breakfast and 3 course dinner) + Private Coach Transfer
- Day 10 – Private transfer Wellington Hotel to Airport
What’s not included:
- International Airfare from the USA to New Zealand
- Meals not listed in the itinerary
- Travel Insurance
- New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority purchase ($23 NZD per person)
- New Zealand Tourist Levy ($100 NZD payable at time of NZeTA purchase)
- Incidentals
High Level Itinerary:
Day 1 – Auckland, New Zealand: Arrive in New Zealand. Join everyone for a Welcome Dinner.
Day 2 – Auckland, New Zealand: Private Full Day Tour – Taste of Auckland Day Tour. Auckland Highlights combined with Kumeu Wine Country with Lunch. Auckland is set on over 50 dormant volcanic cones and between two harbors, the sparkling Waitemata and the brooding Manukau. Known as the City of Sails, it’s New Zealand’s largest and busiest city. Your morning tour is a journey of discovery designed to explore the history and sights as well as see how Aucklanders live and play.
In the afternoon, leave behind the bustle of Auckland city and head northwest to taste the flavours of Kumeu Wine Country, Auckland’s Heritage Wine Region. Enjoy lunch at a contemporary vineyard bistro, sample world renowned wines and marvel at the rugged surf-fringed coastline nearby.
On the Shuttle: Join your personal sommelier, Nick Elliott, for an engaging and lively discussion on New Zealand wines and the rich history of winemaking in the region. Enjoy fascinating insights, fun anecdotes, and expert knowledge, followed by an interactive Q&A session.
Takeaway resource: The History And Tradition of the wines of New Zealand
Day 3 – Waiheke Island, New Zealand: Waiheke Island Private Gourmet Food and Wine Tour. At Lunch: Join Nick for an interactive food and wine pairing demonstration, where you’ll explore the science behind enjoying food with wine. Drawing from his experience in producing extra virgin olive oil, Nick will add depth and insight to your olive oil mill experience, bringing flavors to life in a whole new way.
Day 4 – Auckland to Waitomo, Waitomo to Rotorua, New Zealand: Visit the Waitomo Glow Worm Caves, then enjoy a totally Maori experience with the ‘Te Pā Tū Evening Māori Cultural Experience’ – Dinner Included. Kia Ora with a Sommelier: An introduction to regional wines, discussing the impact of limestone soils on flavor. (A private space is reserved pre dinner for this event. 45-60 minutes. Guests provide their own wine)
Day 5 – Rotorua to Napier, New Zealand: Explore Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland, a spectacular showcase of New Zealand’s colorful and unique geothermal elements sculpted by thousands of years of volcanic activity before moving onward to the Art Deco town of Napier. Lunch: Join Nick for (optional) Lunch and Learn (Guests provide their own food & wine)
Day 6 – Napier, New Zealand: Visit 4 wineries in the Hawkes Bay region of New Zealand. At the Wineries: Join Nick for an informal Q&A, where you can ask all your wine-related questions while enjoying fun anecdotes and behind-the-scenes stories from the vineyard.
Day 7 – Napier to Martinborough, New Zealand: Visit two local wineries in the region before settling in for the night in Martinborough. Lunch: Join Nick for (optional) Lunch and Learn – Pairing Wine & Cheese (Guests provide their own food & wine) Takeaway Resource: A Guide to Pairing Cheese & Wine
Day 8 – Martinborough to Wellington, New Zealand: Enjoy a leisurely morning in Martinborough before departing for Wellington. Upon arrival into Wellington you have the afternoon to freely explore the city. Lunch: Join Nick for (optional) Lunch and Learn (Topic TBD) (Guests provide their own food & wine)
Day 9 – Wellington, New Zealand: This morning is filled with a half day tour of Wellington. Lunch: Join Nick for (optional) Lunch and Learn (Topic TBD) (Guests provide their own food & wine). The afternoon is yours to spend as you wish.
Day 10 – Farewell New Zealand: Today your tour ends and it is time to fly back to the USA.
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