Horse Riding, Wine Tasting & Art Trail near Auckland

A single day weaves three separate experiences—riding, art, and wine—into one outing without the logistics.

A private six-hour tour north of Auckland pairs guided horse riding through rural bush tracks with a walk along the Sculpture Trail at Brick Bay and a wine tasting lunch at The Glass House Kitchen. Riders choose their level (learner, intermediate, or experienced), and the guide handles transport, timing and all three stops. Hotel, airport or cruise port pickup is included.

Step-by-step itinerary

Horse riding, art trail, and wine tasting

• Guided horse ride on bush tracks
• Stroll along Brick Bay Sculpture Trail
• Lunch at The Glass House Kitchen
• Taste premium New Zealand wines

The Experience

The day starts with a guided horse ride along bush tracks in the countryside north of Auckland. You choose your riding level when you book—learner, intermediate, or experienced—and the guide pairs you with a horse suited to that level. No previous experience is required. The route moves through native scenery and rural landscapes, and the pace stays comfortable for the group.

After riding, you head to Brick Bay to walk the Sculpture Trail, where contemporary artworks sit among towering native trees, palms, and vineyard views. The trail is a stroll, not a hike, and the sculptures are positioned throughout the property so you move at your own pace. From there, the guide takes you to The Glass House Kitchen, a restaurant overlooking the lake, where lunch and a wine tasting of premium New Zealand wines are waiting. Dietary requirements can be arranged in advance—vegetarian options are available.

Private transportation is included throughout, with hotel, airport or cruise port pickup and drop-off from anywhere in Auckland. The vehicle is air-conditioned, and bottled water and snacks are on board. A professional driver and guide lead the day, and the tour operates with a minimum of two people.

What’s included

• Private transportation with pickup and drop-off from any Auckland hotel, airport or cruise port.
• professional guide.
• all taxes and fees.
• air-conditioned vehicle.
• bottled water and snacks.
• horse ride suited to your level.
• lunch at The Glass House Kitchen.
• wine tasting of premium New Zealand wines.

Good to know

Easy physical levelInfant seats availableInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Auckland & Beyond Tours

Is this one for you?The guide speaks English and leads the commentary throughout, so the tour works for any English-speaking visitor. If you're booking from a cruise ship, provide your ship details at checkout so the guide times the return to your re-boarding window.

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Top questions

What riding experience do I need for this tour?

No previous horse-riding experience is required. At booking, you choose your level—learner for first-time riders or those who have ridden fewer than 20 times, intermediate for riders comfortable trotting and cantering, or experienced for lifetime riders—and the guide arranges a suitable horse for you.

Is there a weight limit for the horse riding?

The maximum rider weight is 100 kg (220 lbs).

What is the Sculpture Trail at Brick Bay?

The Sculpture Trail is a walk through contemporary artworks positioned among native trees, palms, green pastures, and vineyard landscapes at Brick Bay. It is a stroll you complete at your own pace as part of the tour.

Can I do the wine tasting if I don't drink alcohol?

Wine tasting is available only to guests who are at least 18 years old. If you prefer not to taste, you can enjoy lunch and the rest of the experience at The Glass House Kitchen.

Does the tour include hotel pickup?

Yes, complimentary pickup and drop-off are included from any hotel, airport, or cruise port in Auckland. Cruise ship passengers should provide ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time at booking so the guide can plan the return timing.

What is included in the lunch at The Glass House Kitchen?

Lunch and a tasting of premium New Zealand wines are included. Vegetarian options are available if you advise dietary requirements at booking.