Taste of Petone: Wellington’s Half-Day Gourmet Tour

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Taste of Petone: Wellington’s Half-Day Gourmet Tour
Take your taste buds on a flavour-packed journey through Wellington’s historic seaside suburb, Petone. This 5-hour tour blends local history with delicious artisan experiences. This tour includes: Local Coffee Roastery – Tour and taste expertly roasted coffee. New Zealand Cheese Platter – Sample a curated selection of regional cheeses. Jackson Street Exploration – Wander the vibrant foodie hub and soak in the atmosphere. Chocolatier Visit – Compare handcrafted chocolates at a local favourite. Craft Beer Tasting – Enjoy a tasting paddle at one of Petone’s top breweries. A perfect half-day for food lovers and explorers alike — indulge in local flavours, artisan treats, and Petone charm.
Free cancellation Pickup included

What's included

  • Small Group Tour.
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off available
  • Professional local driver guide.
  • Transport by private vehicle.
  • Food and beverage tasting.
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges.

What's not included

  • Alcoholic drinks and food products for taking away are available to purchase (optional) at own expense.
  • GRATUITIES

Itinerary

  1. Your first visit is to a specialty coffee roastery on the Petone foreshore where you will learn its fascinating history and the trace the amazing journey of its coffee beans from shrub to cup! The local staff will take you through a coffee ‘three ways’ experience with tasting notes and lessons on how each method influences their characteristics. (1h 0min) Admission included
  2. Next stop is Forage for a sample of some of their wonderfully locally sourced and produced products. With a focus on dairy alongside some new and exciting seasonal tastes and flavours. (30 min)
  3. Guests can use the extra time to explore the foodie suburb of Petone at their leisure. (45 min)
  4. The next stop is for the sweet of tooth as you call in on the resident chocolatier for a tasting and chocolate making lesson! Through utilizing French and European inspired recipes, then adapting them to locally sourced New Zealand products, the chocolatier blends in premium chocolates such as the world famous Valrhona Couverture Chocolate to produce chocolates you will love. (30 min) Admission included
  5. Your final stop is a visit to a local craft brewery for a tasting of their range of locally produced craft beer. The tour is complete with a drop off back to Wellington at 2:45pm. (45 min) Admission included

Meeting & end point

Meeting point
The tour will depart at 09:45 AM from the Pick Up and Drop Off lane on the Wakefield Street side of Tākina Convention and Exhibition Centre (217 Wakefield Street). Please ensure you arrive at least 15 minutes before departure.
End point
The tour will depart at 09:45 AM from the Pick Up and Drop Off lane on the Wakefield Street side of Tākina Convention and Exhibition Centre (217 Wakefield Street). Please ensure you arrive at least 15 minutes before departure.

Practical information

Operated by
Zozo Travel - Tours of Wellington. Scenic, Winery, Brewery and Foodie Tours
Max group size
11 travellers
Travellers per booking
1–11
Languages
en
Confirmation
INSTANT

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation available.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Important notes

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Minimum (drinking) age is 18 years.
  • To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all guests, participants must be able to enter and exit our vans unassisted, using steps and grab rails. If this basic requirement cannot be met at the start of the tour, our guides reserve the right to decline participation. In such cases, a full refund will be provided.

Frequently asked questions

The tour runs for around 5 hours. Times are approximate and may vary depending on group size, traffic, and site conditions on the day.

What's included is set out in the tour description above. As a general guide, transport and guiding are normally covered; meals, personal expenses, and gratuities are typically extra unless the description states otherwise.

We don't hold specific age or fitness guidance for this tour. Read the activity description carefully and, if in any doubt, speak to your cruise line's excursion desk before you book.