Your private tour of Waiheke Island begins atthe Matiatia ferry terminal on arrival from Auckland (ferry ticket is your own expense). You will be met by your Maori guide as you disembark from the ferry.

Start off with a gentle, scenic walk along the beach then up through a regenerating native forest. Your walk continues to a headland with views to the north of New Zealand and west to Auckland city. After this vista, continueon foot for about 45 minutes to 1 hour beforehopping on acomfortable bicycle for a 10-minute bike ride to a nearby vineyard.

Pass by farms with significant sea views until arrivalat your destination andindulge in wine tasting withtime to take in the beauty of yoursurroundings. This is the perfect place to enjoy a shared platter for lunch or alternatively, a gourmet picnic lunch can be provided to have at one of the many beautiful beaches. Afterward, pedal onward to the island's only marae where your guide explains the featuresof the Maori meeting placeincluding the pohiri (welcoming ceremony).

From here, ride your bikealong the southern shores of Waiheke Island before making your way to the main village, Oneroa. You'll find plenty of cafes, restaurants, unique shops, art galleries, and a beautiful white-sand beach. You may choose to end your tour here ─ it's a perfect place to stop and peruse the unique shops or stroll down to the lovely white sands of Oneroa beach ─ orbe dropped off atthe Matiatia ferry terminal foryourreturn trip to Auckland in the afternoon.