West Auckland is where New Zealand’s wine industry was born, founded by pioneering settlers from the Mediterranean coast of Croatia well over 100 years ago.  This glorious area, steeped in rich local wine history, features many well known heritage wineries.  The Happy Trails Tour is a three-hour adventure that will take you to Kumeu River Winery, the makers of world-class chardonnay (or other winery of your choice in Kumeu) and to The Hallertau Brewery Tour, to learn and taste the art of craft beer.  

Recommended tour time:  3 hours
Travel time:  30 minutes one way
The Hallertau Brewery Tour - $25 per person

Winery Visit and Brewery Tour must be booked in advance.

Gulf Harbour Country Club
180 Gulf Harbour Dr, Gulf Harbour,
Whangaparaoa 0943

Gulf Harbour Country Club is a destination course for avid golfers from around the world. Designed by world renowned architect Robert Trent Jones Jr., guests are treated to world-class facilities at Gulf Harbour, and ‘the real challenge’ at the 16th hole - the Country Club’s renowned signature hole.  

Green fee - $180
Golf cart - $30
Club rental available onsite.

Allow for 4.5 hours
Travel time: 45 mins one way

Let us drive you down to Hampton Downs Motorsport Park so YOU can drive the car of your dreams. Whether your thrill is to drive a V8 race car, a state-of-the-art Ferrari, or Formula One style open wheel race car, you get behind the wheel of vehicles you’ve only ever dreamed about.

Driving Experiences start from $375 per person.  Allow 2 hours for each experience and 45 mins for the drive from Auckland City to Hampton Downs.

Depending on event day, we can arrange an exciting day at the races for you.

Auckland Racing Club is the home of thoroughbred racing in New Zealand and racedays at Ellerslie are something not to be missed. With a truly unique mix of the finest entertainment, corporate hospitality, food, fashion and thoroughbred horse racing, it is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy a day out.

Pukekoke Park
Pukekohe Park is home to prestigious horse racing, motor racing and several community events & activities in the heart of Pukekohe.  A 45-minute drive from Auckland City.

Whangarei has a rich cultural heritage encompassing Maori, early settlers, Gumdiggers and the men who cut the mighty Kauri. Visit exquisite boutique museums and heritage sites that provide more than a glimpse at the rich tapestry upon which Whangarei was built.

Allow 4 hours for a Submersive Tour Experience or 2 hours for an abbreviated tour that still allows a good understanding of our region.

$80 per head for 4 People for the Submersive Tour or $40 per head for 4 people for the abbreviated tour.

Dunedin Sites tour - Selection options: The world Famous Cadbury Chocolate Factory Tour Just like Willy Wonka but better. Visit the site of the annual Run of the Jaffa’s - Baldwin Street the steepest street in the world. Depending upon time the driver can then take you to some of the cities more well know buildings such as the Forsyth Barr Stadium home of Otago Rugby and the Highlanders. Allow 2 hours for the tour. There is an entry cost for the Cadbury Factory Tour which is currently $20 per adult for a 60 minute tour. This price is not included in the cost of the tour.

$42.50 per head for a group of 4 plus entry to The Cadbury Factory.

Dunedin has a number of large murals that have been done on the sides of buildings during 2014-15. Some of them are hidden gems and are a delight and surprise when you come across them. Normally taking half a day to walk, we can custom build a tour of all of the major artwork and include a few of the lesser known works that are hidden away. Allow 90 minutes for the tour

$32.00 per head for a group of 4 plus.

Situated on the picturesque Otago Peninsula, Larnach Castle is one of New Zealand’s premier visitor attractions. Lovingly restored by the Barker Family, the Castle and surrounding grounds are at the heart of the Dunedin visitor experience. A diverse business; Larnach Castle Limited offers the castle experience, award winning gardens, luxury accommodation, event management and unique dining experiences. Larnach Castle has received numerous national and international accolades. The gardens at Larnach Castle have been rated by the New Zealand Gardens Trust as a Garden of International Significance.

Entry to the Castle & Gardens is currently $30.00 per adult or Entry to the Gardens only is $15.00 per adult. Due to the distance from the city and wharf you will need to allow 4 hours for this tour. $85.00 per head for a group of 4 plus entry to Larnach Castle.

The Royal Albatross Centre offers wildlife and cultural tours of Taiaroa Head. Visit the world’s only mainland breeding colony of Royal Albatross, the historic Fort Taiaroa and see the Little Blue Penguin colony at Pilots Beach. People come from all over the world to enjoy the spectacular views on the Otago Peninsula, The Wildlife Capital of New Zealand. With its 20 km long harbour, Otago Peninsula is the home of an abundance of magnificent world famous wildlife. Seals and penguins are also frequent visitors to Taiaroa Head.Entry to the Albatross Centre is currently priced between $20 and $110 depending upon the attractions visited. Due to the distance from the city and wharf you will need to allow 4 hours for this tour. Or you could combine it with the Larnach

Castle Tour. $85.00 per head for a group of 4 plus entry to Albatross Centre
 

Based on the time you have available we can customise your interests and preferences into a tour just for your party: Some of the recommendations include: Visit a number of beautiful churches and cathedrals, The older High schools, University of Otago, Dunedin Railway station, Botanic Gardens, Olverston House, (Entry Fee Applies) Speights Brewery(Entry Fee Applies) , Dunedin Courthouse, Dunedin former Police station & Prison, Toitu Early Settlers Museum, Please allow a minimum of 2 hours for a Custom Built Tour although this can be extended depending upon your interests and time available.

$42.50 per head for a group of 4