Matakana Art & Horse Riding Experience Private Tour From

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Overview

Experience a private guided tour of the beautiful Matakana region in our comfortable luxury vehicle. Spend a day marvelling at unspoilt countryside, indulging in wonderful food and wine, exploring riverside towns, and sample the many hand-crafted chocolates, artisan chocolates, handmade fudge and classic sweets made from quality ingredients.

Experience breath-taking views riding on a horseback, allowing you to get back to nature and experience the enchanting world of Sculptureum, a mesmerising blend of art and nature. A sensory delight and tranquil escape for art enthusiasts and nature lovers.

Indulge in the culinary delights and immerse yourself in a world of flavour, with delicious fine dining lunch and wine tastings, harvested from the onsite vineyard. Finally compliment with a rich Italian style ice-cream, artisan gelato & sorbetto to finish your day.

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What's included

Private transportation

Admission to 1 hour horse riding

Fully guided private return transfers from Auckland

Indulge in the culinary delights and wine tastings

Luxurious temperature controlled transportation in a minibus

Escape to the world of creative wonders of arts

In-vehicle air conditioning

Admission to Self-guided walk at Sculptureum art gallery

Ride a horse along a stunning native forest landscape

Taste mouth-watering samples at the famous Chocolate in Matakana Village

Free delicious ice creams; rich gelato or sorbetto

Complimentary pick up and drop off from Auckland

Complimentary refreshments and water onboard

All necessary safety equipment’s provided

On-board WiFi

Be inspired by six, world class indoor art galleries

Lunch

Complimentary High-Speed Internet onboard the minibus

A local English-speaking tour escort throughout the tour

Explore carefully curated garden paths filled with more than 800 works

Enjoy a scenic drive through lush countryside with excellent photo opportunities

All fees and/or taxes

Experience breath-taking views that reach far and wide to the horizon

Admission to Chocolate Tasting

Breakfast

Dinner

Meeting and pickup

Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.

What to expect

Auckland Central

15 min

We pickup travellers from most locations in the Auckland CBD location. If your pickup location is not available on the list, please do not hesitate to contact us and we will do our very best to accommodate your request.
Horse Riding Warkworth

1 hour

Imagine the wind in your face, the sun on your skin and just the sound of the hoof beats of an unpopulated coast side. Inspire your soul, refresh your mind, and exercise the body to horse trekking with us. Glorious country setting farmland, native rainforest with views to the islands beyond. Here you can experience the best horse riding on horses suited for first time novices to experienced riders, with friendly guides trained to help you have a safe and fabulous time on horseback.
You can experience the freedom of this special place on horseback. It can be both tranquil and exhilarating! Whatever suits you! A safe and exciting ride for novices and children. Be refreshed and rejuvenated and leave feeling empowered, invigorated, and wanting more!
30 min

Our art, food and wine experience can never be complete without a sweet treat. We finish on a sweet note at an award winning boutique chocolate maker on the way. Calling all chocolate lovers to this Chocolate cafe and Chocolate shop! You’ll feel like you are stepping into a vintage sweet shop full of delightful surprises. Enjoy one of our complimentary chocolate tastings while you watch our Chocolatiers at work. Sample the many hand-crafted chocolates made from quality ingredients, and choose gifts to take home.
Sculptureum

3 hours

Sculptureum is a place to be inspired by nature and human creativity. An art experience that is internationally unique. Over 400 works of art fill three sculpture gardens and six galleries. A destination that has been ten years in the making is designed to unlock the imagination, fuel creativity and ignite the mind. The gardens burst with colourful plantings that change with the seasons. Imposing prehistoric rocks rise up alongside panels that display reflections in writing on Gardens, Inspiration, Wisdom, Art and Music. There is just over 2km of beautifully manicured paths and while summer is the most colourful time of year to experience Sculptureum, each season reveals something new to admire. Complete your experience with a meal at the restaurant (optional) at your expense.
30 min

Charlies Gelato is more than an ice cream shop. We’re considered an institution in Matakana. Locals and tourists alike flock to Charlies to enjoy the gelato, sorbetto and seasonal fresh produce, made and grown on site.
Auckland Central

15 min

After an exhilarating fun-filled experience at Matakana, it is now time to head back to Auckland to conclude your evening and drop-off at your hotel in Auckland.

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Times are local to the experience (Pacific/Auckland).

Additional Information

Tours are suitable for people of all ages and average fitness. Our scenic walks are short and optional. Please let our guide know at check in if you have any fitness concerns.
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Up to 15 travelers per booking
Each booking must include at least one adult.