Zest Food Tours has been helping visitors discover fresh tastes in New Zealand’s café capital since 2003. 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, which are relationships developed over many years. We only take small groups (maximum 8 people) and aim to ensure all guests go away with memorable personalised experiences, and a thorough understanding of what makes... More...

Guided 2pm Afternoon Art Deco Walk from Napier Art Deco Trust

City Tour - Napier - Starting from $26.00 per person

The most complete Art Deco tour of Napier, this extended guided walk begins at the Art Deco Centre with an audio visual introduction from your local guide. More...

Half-Day Small-Group Electric Bike Tour of Auckland

E-Bike Tour - Auckland - Starting from $130.00 per person

Enjoy this small group 4-hour electric bike tour of Auckland, New Zealand's largest city. From the comfort of your saddle, you will see the iconic sights of Auckland city, as well as visiting some of the locals' favorite neighborhoods. This tour also includes the bike rental, a local guide, and has a maximum of 6 travelers per tour. 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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Auckland Shore Excursion: Small-Group Coast and Rainforest Tour

Ports of Call Tour - Auckland - Starting from $250.00 per person

Explore New Zealand’s rugged west coast and rainforest when you’re in port in Auckland on a scenic and invigorating full-day shore excursion. You’ll see panoramic ocean views in the Waitakere Ranges Regional Park, take a guided walk through coastal rainforest and visit a forest of ancient kauri trees. You’ll also go for a walk along a black-sand beach, have a picnic lunch, and enjoy personal attention from your guide on this small-group tour. More...

North Island Four-Day Highlights Tour from Auckland

Multi-day Tour - Paihia - Starting from $1325.00 per person

Soak up some major must-do North Island highlights on this 4-day tour. With an arrival transfer from Auckland Airport and 3-nights accommodation in Auckland included, you are sure to be comfortable and worry free. Tick off all the North Island highlights with visits to Hobbiton, Waitomo Caves, Paihia in the Bay of Islands, Waitangi Treaty Grounds, and more! More...

Half-Day Vineyards and Bush Walk on Waiheke Island

Nature Walk - Auckland - Starting from $120.00 per person

This spectacular walk takes you from vineyard to vineyard in some of the prettiest scenery on Waiheke Island – walking from Poderi Crisci, a famous Italian vineyard restaurant in Awaawaroa Valley, to Passage Rock Wines and back through lush bush tracks and overlooking beautiful valley, vineyard and sea views.
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Wellington Walking Gourmet Food Tour with Lunch

Culinary & Gourmet Tour - Wellington - Starting from $320.00 per person

75-Minute Guided Ruakuri Cave Tour

Eco Tour - Waitomo - Starting from $78.00 per person

Ruakuri Cave offers a captivating blend of Waitomo's most compelling subterranean experiences. Journey down through the spectacular spiral entrance, and marvel at the softly folding shawl-like limestone formations and crystal tapestries. Hear the distant thunder of the subterranean waterfalls and get up close to the glowworms. Spectacular and unique, Ruakuri Cave offers a captivating blend of Waitomo's most compelling subterranean experiences. In this 2 hours sightseeing tour, your guide... More...

Tauranga Shore Excursion: Mt Drury and Moturiki Island Walking Tour including Mount Hot Pools Admission

Nature Walk - Tauranga - Starting from $85.00 per person

Make the most of your time in port at Tauranga on an easy 2.5-hour walking tour with a knowledgeable local guide. Just steps from your cruise ship, explore the natural and cultural highlights of the area and learn about Maori culture and regional history. See sacred sites, walk along a coastal path to Mt Drury and Moturiki Island. Your tour includes entrance to Mount Hot Pools where you can treat yourself to a rejuvenating soak in the salt water pools. More...