Board a high-speed ferry for a journey along the Waitemata Harbour, arriving at Matiatia Wharf on beautiful Waiheke Island. Travel by coach through Oneroa Village, past the many picturesque bays and beaches on the northern coast, and through the main residential and holiday home areas. Beautiful views of the coastline and rolling inland pastures accompany you during this drive to Onetangi Beach. This sweeping strand is regarded as one of the finest in New Zealand, where the island’s annual horse race is held. You will spend the day enjoying wine tastings at two wineries, along with a delightful cheese board at one of them. Waiheke's hot, dry summers and stony soils create the perfect conditions for growing a variety of grapes. The boutique wineries on the island produce high-quality wines, including Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Malbec, Cabernet Franc and more recently, Chardonnay. The wine estates you will visit are true gems, offering you the chance to taste their distinctive vintages. You will return by ferry to Auckland and then to the ship.