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Wine Tour & Maori Culture Wanaka
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- 5 hours
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
On this half day tour, experience two unique sides of the Wanaka area: the wine made from grapes grown in the whenua (land), and the culture of the tangata whenua themselves – the indigenous Māori who live on the land. Visit a range of local wineries, sampling the region’s popular pinot noir wines alongside many others. Receive the manaaki (hospitality) of the local Māori community and experience a stirring live haka.
- Don’t worry about finding a sober driver: transport is provided throughout
- It’s not just the local wines: enjoy a complimentary platter of local produce
- Don’t get lost in the crowd on this easygoing small group tour
- Convenient round-trip hotel transfers are available if you’re staying in Wanaka
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Beverages (including all wine tastings)
- Food (cheese platter)
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Start time
11:00 AM
What To Expect
Wanaka
4 hours • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Minimum age is 18 years
- Near public transportation
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Reviews
5.0
67 reviews
Terri_S, Mar 2024
Fabulous tour. We went to 3 vineyards and every one of them was unique and delicious. Joe is a great tour operator and we loved spending the day with him and learning more about Maori culture, Wanaka, and his family. Highly recommend this tour!
AnnaMaria_N, Jun 2023
We had a fantastic day. Joe is an excellent guide. We learned a lot about Maori culture. The vineyards are all local and the wine and people are wonderful. Spectacular day
mariahester, Oct 2022
Had the best day. Joe very knowledgeable about Māori history and culture. Absolutely recommend if you enjoy great wines and an appreciation of local vineyards.
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