A fun-filled scenic horse riding experience, you will ride along the pristine farm land, enjoying the native birds you encounter.

Tour Duration

8 hours

Tour Summary

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.

Tour Highlights

• Enjoy a scenic drive through lush countryside with excellent photo opportunities.
• Witness the stunning East Coast Scenery.
• Ride a horse along a stunning native forest landscape.
• Experience breath-taking views that reach far and wide to the horizon.
• Escape to the world of creative wonders of arts.
• Explore carefully curated garden paths filled with more than 800 works.
• Be inspired by six, world class indoor art galleries.
• Indulge in the culinary delights and wine tastings.
• Enjoy a browse through the Chocolate shop.
• Taste mouth-watering samples at the famous Chocolate in Matakana Village.

Journey Inclusions

• Fully guided private return transfers from Auckland.
• Complimentary pick up and drop off from Auckland.
• Complimentary refreshments and water onboard.
• Complimentary high-speed internet onboard the minibus.
• A local English-speaking tour escort throughout the journey.
• Luxurious temperature-controlled private transportation in a minibus.
• Exclusive immersive activities and interaction with local communities.
• Built-in leisure time, to explore destinations as you wish.

Tour Inclusions

• Admission to 1 hour horse riding.
• All necessary safety equipment’s provided.
• Admission to Self-guided walk at Sculptureum art gallery.
• Wine Tasting and Lunch.
• Admission to Chocolate Tasting.
• Free delicious ice creams; rich gelato or sorbetto.

Tour Requirements

• Please wear comfortable clothing suitable for the conditions, sun protection, jacket/warm layer, & any essential personal items.
• Sandals, Scuffs or high heel footwear are not allowed.
• Easy and good fitness level required.
• This is a self-guided walking tour and sensible walking footwear is recommended.
• All children ages 10 and under must always be accompanied by an adult.
• Bring a camera or a phone with camera capability as this is the perfect place to get some great travel photos
• Horse Riding is not recommended if pregnant.
• You must be at least 18 years of age and present a valid photo ID in order to consume alcohol.
• Kindly advise the approximate height and weight of each rider at the time of booking.
• Special dietary requirements catered for upon request, please advise at the time of booking.
• Preferences and requests cannot be guaranteed. Special requests are subject to availability.