Adventure Brief
Discover Auckland’s wine country with a high tea experience set amid lush vineyards. It’s perfect for those who love good food, scenic views, and a relaxed atmosphere.
2–3 hours
easy
Family Friendly
No Experience Required
Discover Auckland’s wine country with a high tea experience set amid lush vineyards. It’s perfect for those who love good food, scenic views, and a relaxed atmosphere.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
All fitness levels appreciated; no strenuous activity involved.
Wildlife
History
Vineyard Cottages has been a family-run estate for over 50 years, cultivating local grape varieties and blending tradition with modern techniques.
Conservation
The estate actively promotes sustainable farming practices, including organic viticulture and habitat preservation for native species.
The Big Foody Food Tours
Discover Auckland’s wine country with a high tea experience set amid lush vineyards. It’s perfect for those who love good food, scenic views, and a relaxed atmosphere.
The Big Foody Food Tours is based in Waimauku, Auckland, and operates curated culinary experiences across Auckland and Wellington. The company designs small-group tours and full-day experiences that connect visitors with local producers, vineyards, markets, artisan cafes and historic foodmakers. Each itinerary focuses on tasting authentic regional flavors — from boutique coffee and artisan cheeses to fresh seafood, award-winning chocolate, sustainable gin and classic Kiwi BBQ.
Tours include urban food safaris, a High Tea at Vineyard Cottages, three-hour historic centre walks and a full-day winery and BBQ experience in the Kumeu wine region. Guides introduce guests to passionate chefs, market vendors and producers while providing context on local food history and sustainable sourcing. Several experiences feature tastings at family-run businesses and opportunities to learn about foraged tonics and small-batch producers.
The Big Foody Food Tours emphasises responsible touring with attention to small-group dynamics and local relationships that support independent makers. Booking information, detailed itineraries and meeting locations are provided for each trip to help guests plan their visit. The operator serves both visitors to Auckland and locals seeking deeper culinary discovery, with departures from Waimauku and other central meeting points as listed per tour.
For travelers seeking a structured, taste-led way to explore Auckland's food scene or to enjoy a relaxed High Tea in Kumeu wine country, The Big Foody Food Tours offers a range of experiences designed to showcase regional produce, hospitality and food culture. Information on accessibility and dietary requirements is available for each tour.
Location
Waimauku, Auckland
Base for Auckland region tours
Tours Offered
6
Six distinct tours across regions
Durations
3 hrs – full-day
Short and full-day options
Regional Focus
Auckland & Wellington
Vineyards, markets, historic eateries
Secure small-group seats for vineyard high tea, urban tastings or a full-day Kumeu escape — book online or enquire for group options.
Plan for seasonality
Spring and summer bring vibrant blooms and warm weather; fall offers stunning foliage, while winter is cozy and quiet.
Bring comfortable footwear
Gentle walking around the vineyards is common; wear shoes suitable for uneven terrain.
Reserve in advance
High Tea experiences are popular—book ahead to secure your spot during peak seasons.
Check weather forecast
While indoor seating is available, an outdoor option might be available on warmer days.
Comfortable walking shoes
Ideal for strolling through vineyard paths.
Sun protection
Hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen for outdoor time.
summer
Camera or smartphone
Capture the scenic vineyard views and memorable moments.
Layered clothing
Adjust to changing weather with breathable and warm layers.
spring;fall;winter;summer