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WHAT YOU VISIT
The Vineyard Cottages
Set on 440 hectares (1,000 acres) in the verdant Waikoukou Valley, this stunning countryside retreat is considered the birthplace of New Zealand's sauvignon blanc grape. Once greeted by owner Elle Armon-Jones, you'll embark on a stroll, learn about the honey producers, cheesemongers, producers and providers of the island's innovative culinary treasures, and pick herbs from the vegetable patch. When hunger calls, you'll be treated to a tasting of three different wines and a lunch of locally sourced produce (including your freshly-picked herbs).

Muriwai Beach
Acclaimed as one of New Zealand's most spectacular black-sand surf beaches, the windswept cliffs of this popular surf spot are home to a huge gannet colony from August to March.

PHOTO OPPORTUNITIES
The west coast views from Muriwai Beach are sure to make the folks back home jealous.

LUNCH
Lunch at The Vineyard Cottages will be a showcase of produce all collected from within a nine kilometer (six mile) radius.

WHAT YOU SEE ALONG THE WAY
Sit back and relax as the drive from the Vineyard Cottages, nestled in the picturesque community of Helensville, travels a scenic route to Muriwai Beach.