• Small Batch, Ripe Coffee Roasters - Begin your journey at a specialty coffee roastery located on the Petone foreshore. Discover its intriguing history and follow the remarkable path of its coffee beans from shrub to cup! The friendly local staff will guide you through a ‘coffee three ways’ experience, complete with tasting notes and insights into how each brewing method affects the coffee’s characteristics.
• 46a Victoria Street - The next destination is Forage, where you can sample a selection of their delightful locally sourced and produced products. They emphasize dairy, along with introducing some exciting new seasonal tastes and flavors.
• Jackson Street Programme - Visitors have the opportunity to leisurely explore the culinary delights of Petone, a suburb known for its food scene.
• The Chocolate Story - For those with a sweet tooth, the next stop is a visit to the resident chocolatier for a tasting and a chocolate-making lesson! By using French and European-inspired recipes and adapting them with locally sourced New Zealand ingredients, the chocolatier incorporates premium chocolates like the renowned Valrhona Couverture Chocolate to create chocolates you’ll adore.
• Brewtown Upper Hutt - The final stop is at a local craft brewery for a tasting of their selection of locally produced craft beers. The tour concludes with a return drop-off in Wellington at 2:45 pm.

• Small Group Tour
• Hotel pickup and drop-off available
• Professional local driver guide
• Transport by private vehicle
• Food and beverage tasting
• All taxes, fees and handling charges

• Alcoholic drinks and food products for taking away are available to purchase (optional) at own expense.
• Gratuities

Embark on a delightful culinary adventure through the historic seaside suburb of Petone in Wellington. This 5-hour tour combines rich local history with exquisite artisan experiences. The tour features:

• Local Coffee Roastery – Discover and savor expertly roasted coffee.

• New Zealand Cheese Platter – Enjoy a curated selection of regional cheeses.

• Jackson Street Exploration – Stroll through the lively foodie hub and absorb the vibrant atmosphere.

• Chocolatier Visit – Taste and compare handcrafted chocolates at a beloved local spot.

• Craft Beer Tasting – Relish a tasting paddle at one of Petone’s premier breweries.

This is an ideal half-day experience for food enthusiasts and adventurers, offering indulgence in local flavors, artisan delights, and the unique charm of Petone.

• Minimum (drinking) age is 18 years.
• To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all guests, participants must be able to enter and exit our vans unassisted, using steps and grab rails. If this basic requirement cannot be met at the start of the tour, our guides reserve the right to decline participation. In such cases, a full refund will be provided.

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