05/15/2026
🍷 Sips & Trips: New Zealand - Vintages of Aotearoa
If your tribe is dreaming of a wine journey that blends world‑class vineyards, breathtaking landscapes, and rich cultural heritage, our New Zealand experience delivers all of that and more.
From the boutique vineyards of Waiheke Island to the alpine beauty of Queenstown and Central Otago, this curated itinerary invites travelers to savor the land of the long white cloud through its finest vintages and Māori traditions. As the overview describes, this trip is “a pilgrimage through terroir and tradition,” pairing flavor and fellowship - one glass, one story, one breathtaking view at a time.
🍇 Featured Experiences
Your group will enjoy:
• Waiheke Island - cliffside tastings, boutique vineyards, and sea‑kissed Syrah
• Rotorua - geothermal wonders, volcanic‑soil wines, and the Te Pā Tū Māori feast
• Hawke’s Bay / Te Pania - Mission Estate, coastal cellars, and elegant Merlots
• Marlborough - world‑famous Sauvignon Blancs + a catamaran cruise on Queen Charlotte Sound
• North Canterbury Plains - winery visit + hands‑on culinary master class at Riverside Kitchen
• Queenstown & Central Otago - full‑day guided wine tour, alpine tastings, and a farewell toast among the peaks
With guided tastings, vineyard walks, gourmet pairings, and stunning scenery at every turn, this is the perfect trip for wine clubs, friend groups, and anyone who loves exploring culture through flavor.
Raise a glass to your next adventure!
To check out the details of this trip for your group, visit us at www.hammockexpeditions.com.