Black Label represents the finest experiences Waiheke Island has to offer.
Created for discerning travellers, executives, private groups, and those celebrating life’s most important occasions, Black Label is a collection of individually curated journeys designed around exceptional access, authentic local connections, and uncompromising attention to detail.
Far beyond a traditional wine tour, Black Label opens doors to experiences that are rarely available through conventional channels. Drawing on decades of local relationships, we create bespoke itineraries that connect guests with Waiheke’s most respected winemakers, chefs, artists, and hosts.
Every experience begins with a blank canvas.
There are no fixed schedules, standard routes, or pre-packaged inclusions. Instead, each itinerary is thoughtfully tailored to reflect your interests, pace, and expectations, ensuring a journey that feels effortless, personal, and entirely your own.
Whether your interests lie in world-class wine, exceptional dining, art, nature, wellness, luxury transport, private celebrations, or exclusive access experiences, our team will curate a seamless day that showcases Waiheke Island at its most refined.
● Exclusive Wine Experiences: private hosted tastings with celebrated winemakers, premium cellar door, behind-the-scenes tours, barrel/library/vertical tastings, sommelier-led journeys, private/after-hours vineyard access
● Culinary & Dining: long vineyard lunches, multi-course degustation, private chefs, food & wine pairing, oyster/seafood tastings, Mediterranean-style feasts, gourmet picnics, olive oil tastings
● Luxury Transport & Scenic: helicopter arrivals, scenic seaplane flights, luxury vehicle transfers, private boat charters, sunset experiences
● Art, Culture & Creative: private artist studio visits, curated gallery experiences, meet- the-artist, sculpture/creative trails
● Lifestyle & Outdoor: beachfront experiences, boutique shopping in Oneroa, zipline adventures, coastal walks, corporate team-building activities
Not applicable – fully bespoke, no fixed itinerary. Worth confirming with Sharon whether a few sample bespoke day itineraries should be added as examples.
Not applicable – fully bespoke, no fixed inclusions list.
Black Label is Waiheke Wine Tours’ most exclusive private experience, offering fully bespoke luxury tours of Waiheke Island. Every itinerary is individually curated around your interests, whether that’s exceptional wine, fine dining, art, beaches, Māori culture, wellness, or exclusive experiences.
Yes. Every Black Label experience is completely private. You’ll travel exclusively with your own guide and luxury vehicle, enjoying a personalised itinerary with no other guests.
Unlike standard wine tours, Black Label is entirely bespoke. There are no fixed itineraries or predetermined stops. Every experience is tailored specifically to you, with exclusive access, premium venues, luxury transport, and genuine local connections that create unforgettable experiences.
Absolutely. Every Black Label tour is designed from scratch. Whether you’re passionate about wine, gourmet food, art, beaches, helicopters, luxury yachts, or hidden local experiences, we’ll create a day that perfectly matches your interests.
Black Label is ideal for couples, luxury travellers, executives, corporate groups, VIP guests, families, cruise ship visitors, incentive groups, and anyone celebrating a special occasion who wants a truly personalised Waiheke Island experience.
Your itinerary is tailored to your preferences and may include some of Waiheke Island’s most celebrated wineries, including Mudbrick Vineyard, Tantalus Estate, Stonyridge Vineyard, Man O’ War, Passage Rock, Poderi Crisci, Batch Winery, Cable Bay, SOHO Family Vineyards, and many other boutique estates.
Yes. Thanks to our long-standing relationships across Waiheke Island, we can often arrange unique experiences, private tastings, and exclusive visits that aren’t typically available on standard group tours, subject to availability.
Yes. We can arrange exceptional dining experiences at some of Waiheke Island’s most acclaimed restaurants, including waterfront dining, vineyard restaurants, chef’s tables, long lunches, and private dining experiences.
Yes. Black Label guests can include authentic Māori cultural experiences hosted by knowledgeable local guides, providing meaningful insight into the history, traditions, stories, and cultural significance of Waiheke Island.
Yes. We arrange luxury transport throughout your Waiheke Island experience. We can also organise premium ferry tickets, private boat transfers, or helicopter arrivals as part of your bespoke itinerary.
Absolutely. Black Label is perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, proposals, honeymoons, family celebrations, executive entertaining, incentive travel, and private corporate events.
Yes. We regularly create private luxury experiences for cruise ship guests visiting Auckland and Waiheke Island. Your itinerary can be timed to fit your ship’s arrival and departure schedule.
Yes. Black Label is an excellent choice for executive meetings, client hosting, board retreats, incentive groups, and leadership experiences. Every itinerary is professionally managed and tailored to your business objectives.
Yes. As every itinerary is bespoke, we can design anything from a half-day experience to a full-day luxury journey, depending on your schedule and interests.
Waiheke Wine Tours is New Zealand’s most Google-reviewed wine tour company. Our Black Label collection combines decades of local knowledge, trusted relationships, personalised service, and exclusive access to create luxury experiences that showcase the very best of Waiheke Island.
Not at all. While Waiheke Island is famous for its world-class wineries, Black Label can include gourmet dining, olive oil tastings, whisky, craft beer, art galleries, sculpture parks, scenic walks, luxury picnics, beaches, wellness experiences, shopping, yacht charters, helicopter flights, and authentic local cultural experiences.
● “Tailored Luxury Hosting”: no two experiences the same; suits FIT travellers, private celebrations, milestone birthdays, corporate groups, incentive travel, cruise guests
● “Elevated Hospitality & Local Access”: hosted by knowledgeable local guides with strong relationships with vineyards, restaurants, artists and hospitality providers
Includes all tastings and transport on Waiheke Island. Lunch and ferry tickets are not included.
