Private E-Bike Wine Tour in Wanaka: Embrace the Environment and Celebrate Māori History
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Experience the unique combination of embracing the environment, celebrating Māori history, and indulging in the wines of Wanaka on a private E-Bike tour. Discover the Māori footprint and enjoy the authentic New Zealand experience in Central Otago.
Duration: 3 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • 101 Ardmore Street - Along this E-Bike tour you will get an insight into the Māori footprint and history from many hundreds of years ago of the beautiful Otago region along with combining the wonderful present being the beautiful wines of this region. Starting with the Māori greeting the Hongi and the importance in establishing the connection with New Zealand and the land (Hongi may be explained only), then with a 20 minute cycle to Rippon Vineyard where the views over the lakes and mountains match the views of the vines. In tasting will be approximately 4-6 wines both white and Pinot Noir, these may include Osteiner, Riesling and more.

Then from Rippon Vineyard we will bike to Maude Wines which willl include tastings of Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Riesling and more will be in tasting through the day. (Dependent on Maude opening hours and availability.

From Maude we have a 15 minute cycle to Aitkens Folly, we are once again connecting to the vines as they are onsite and learning more about the smallest family owned vineyard in Central Otago. In tasting here will be their delectable Chardonnay, Pinot Gris and Pinot Noir. After Aitkens Folly we continue along leisurely toward Wanaka town.

What's Included
  • Wine Tastings and Bottled Water
  • Bicycle use
Meal Options
  • Wine Tasting at each Vineyard
Additional Information

The distinctiveness of this tour comes from our respect for the environment and our role as Kaitiakitanga, guardians of the land, demonstrated through the use of e-bikes to minimize carbon emissions. This journey harmoniously intertwines the past—the rich Māori history—with the present—Wanaka’s renowned wines. On this E-Bike journey, we delve into the historic Māori influences that span hundreds of years in the stunning Otago region, while also appreciating the area’s exquisite current-day wines. All of these elements contribute to an authentic New Zealand experience in the breathtaking Central Otago region of South Island.

Location
101 Ardmore Street
Ardmore Street
Will be in a WanaHaka branded shirt standing outside the front of the Wanaka I-Site
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Pioneer58177216153
Feb 14, 2024
Fantastic wine tour and Māori culture - This was an amazing tour! If we could have given 10 stars we would! We would 100% recommend this tour if you want to sample some amazing wineries, with not only spectacular views but further exploring the Māori culture. Joe made this tour for us, he is so friendly, knowledgeable and his passion for sharing the Māori culture was amazing! We loved the e-bikes too, what a great way to explore and see more of Wanaka! We just wanted to say a huge thank you to Joe and Aku mihi nui ki a koe mā te wā.
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Dolanleanne
Nov 26, 2023
Amazing e-bike winery tour with Māori history - We had a fantastic time on our e-bike wine tour with Joe! He is so knowledgeable and we absolutely loved hearing about the Māori history and culture. Joe was really flexible with our booking which we appreciated so much. Would 100% recommend. Thanks Joe!
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Kimandfamily4
Nov 8, 2023
Stunning afternoon - Wanaka is a stunning town and nothing could be more fun than riding ebikes and drinking wine with Joe. Joe was a great guide -- kind, encouraging and knowledgeable. He shares about history and culture, but doesn't overwhelm you. My husband had never ridden and ebike, and I'm slow. Joe was patient. It was one of our nicest afternoons in New Zealand.
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Travellerwkids
Feb 21, 2023
E-Bikes, Wine Tasting and Culture - We had a great day with our guide Joe. Joe was great and took us to 3 different wineries. My wife loved the E-Bike which made it very easy for her to bike in the countryside between the wineries. Joe was very sure to make it a safe trip and he took us on a route that minimized any traffic. We were in the countryside and on the lakeshore. What makes this tour unique is that it is also a cultural tour. Joe taught us a lot about the Māori culture throughout the day. I will do this again the next time I am in Wanaka. Make sure you bring a backpack if you buy any wine, although Joe did say he could carry some for me.
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