Join this 4-hour food tour designed for those with less time in Wellington but who still want a well-rounded culinary experience. Discover why the city is known as the coffee and craft beer capital of New Zealand as you visit local spots like a coffee roaster, Asian food importer, cheese supplier, and chocolatier. Samples are included. Tour is limited to 10 people to provide a small-group experience. More...

Wine and Food Tour of Matakana from Auckland

Wine Tour - Auckland - Starting from $315.00 per person

Guided by locals to meet the locals. Sample the latest vintage and relax in the rejuvenating atmosphere of the wineries that are purpose built for optimum enjoyment of their wines.

This full-day food and wine tour is the best way to see why Matakana is renowned for its artisan producers. More...

Remutaka Rail Trail & Martinborough Vineyard Explorer Cycle Tour

Wine Tour - Wellington - Starting from $195.00 per person

Discover the Remutaka Ranges' rich rail history & natural beauty on a morning cycle adventure, before heading to Martinborough for an indulgent afternoon of vineyard cruising and wine-tasting. 18km of easy/moderate riding. More...

Auckland Shore Excursion: West Coast Wineries Tour

Ports of Call Tour - Christchurch - Starting from $175.00 per person

When your cruise ship docks in Auckland, don't miss the chance to taste a variety of New Zealand’s wines on a fun and informative winery tour. Visit two or three wineries, and enjoy views of the Tasman Sea along the way! With a choice of morning and afternoon shore excursions, you can choose the tour that best suits your cruise itinerary. More...

Scenic Rotorua Gondola Ride with Wine Tasting

Wine Tasting - Rotorua - Starting from $46.00 per person

Your journey starts by taking a ride in one of our 8 seater Gondola cabins up the side of the dormant volcano Mount Ngongotaha (487 metres above sea level). There is so much to do at the top including taking in the best views of Rotorua. We suggest you allow at least 2-3 hours to enjoy all Skyline Rotorua has to offer.
A first class wine tasting experience featuring wines from around New Zealand’s favourite regions-Marlborough, Central Otago, Hawkes Bay and Martinborough. Take a New... More...

7-Day North Island Adventure Tour - Auckland to Wellington Return

Multi-day Tour - Auckland - Starting from $1165.00 per person

This 7-day small-group adventure tour is guaranteed to take you further off the beaten track around the wonders of New Zealand's North Island. Departing from Auckland, you will visit Haihei and its famously beautiful beaches, Rotorua for cultural insights into the ways of the native Maori people and hike the volcanic plateaus of Tongariro National Park, to marvel at the dormant volcanoes and emerald crater lakes. You’ll get the chance to overnight on a high country station, where you will... More...

3-Day Winterless North Tour from Auckland

Multi-day Tour - Auckland - Starting from $398.23 per person

Experience the Northland region of our country and soak up the sunshine. With plenty of stops along the way and a huge range of activities to do while you are in Paihia ranging from dolphin swimming to sky diving, this is the best way to experience the "Winterless North".

This tour departs Auckland and can be added before some of our North Island tours. Accommodation is at our stunning penthouse backpackers, Haka Lodge Paihia, with undoubtedly the most stunning views imaginable.

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Nature & Kiwi Day Tour from Auckland

Day Tour - Auckland - Starting from $265.00 per person

Experience a boutique nature tour to Tawharanui discovering some of New Zealand’s unique and rare wildlife including the kiwi; walk through native forests, enjoy stunning scenery and coastlines with experienced nature guides. (Note, we see kiwi on 80% of our tours).

Visit the best spots for getting that great photo and the out-of-the way places to enjoy the great outdoors.

Our day/night tour includes a gourmet picnic dinner – delicious food is a must when out enjoying this... More...

Waiheke Island Wine Tasting Tour from Auckland

Wine Tasting - Auckland - Starting from $145.00 per person

Discover why Waiheke Island is renowned for producing some of New Zealand’s most celebrated artisan wines on this premium tour of three vineyards. You’ll sample fine wines at Mudbrick Vineyard, Cable Bay and Te Motu Vineyard. At one of your tastings, munch on complimentary light appetizers. This tour provides an experience for wine lovers at Waiheke’s finest vineyards. More...

Taste Wellington Privately Hosted Walking Tour with Lunch for Passionate Foodies

Culinary & Gourmet Tour - Wellington - Starting from $500.00 per person

Zest Food Tours has been providing this unique private gourmet travel experience for two to four guests since 2003. Discerning travellers rarely have the chance to be welcomed into a Wellington foodie’s home and treated to genuine kiwi hospitality for afternoon tea. Our friendly, local guides showcase Wellington, its history, art and eclectic architecture in ways that only locals can, in partnership with our lovely artisan providers - collaborations developed over many years.
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