wines. The Hopper`s

VINEYARD HOPPER
destinations
Mudbrick Vineyard & Restaurant
Home to Riedel Young Winemaker of the Year 2014 &
2015, Patrick Newton, Mudbrick is world-renowned for its
superb restaurant and award-winning wines, spectacular
sea views, potager gardens and hand-hewn mud brick
buildings. The setting is “A must-see when visiting
Auckland” (New York Times). Enjoy the beautiful outdoor
setting and views during the day or the warmth of the
roaring fire in the restaurant by night.
Stonyridge Vineyard
Nestled in a sheltered north-facing valley of shimmering
olive trees, rows of colourful vines and picturesque vistas
reminiscent of the South of France. It's not only the vineyard
site of one of the most sought after red wines in the country,
but it also has one of the most romantic and exotic venues
in the greater Auckland area. “One of the top TEN must visit
wineries in the world.” – The Guardian UK 2007.
CLOSED 26 DECEMBER / 31 DECEMBER / 1 JANUARY
Lunch and wine tastings: Daily from 11.30am
Phone: (09) 372 8822 | Web: stonyridge.co.nz
Cable Bay Vineyards
Casita Miro Vineyard
Cellar door: Daily from 11am - 5pm Lunch: Daily from 11am | Dinner: Daily from 6pm | Seasonal hours apply.
Phone: (09) 372 5889 | Web: cablebay.co.nz
Jurassic Ridge
Renowned for its award-winning 'slow wines' with
personality, this family-owned and operated winery will
surprise you with tastings of its natural, unfined, cellar-aged,
Cabernet Franc, Syrah and Montepulciano, the wild Pinot
Grigio Blush wine and pure Syrah Rose. Discuss viticulture,
terroir, geology and winemaking - all the questions you
always wanted to ask - with the winemaker and the
viticulturist while you taste the wines!
Cellar door: Daily from 11am - 6pm Phone: (09) 950 3175 | Web: jurassicridge.co.nz
Wild On Waiheke
Something for everyone: a licensed cafe, brewery and fun
activities set amongst a beautiful vineyard. Try archery and
laser claybird shooting, or free activities such as petanque
and giant chess while the kids have fun in the playground.
Enjoy a delicious platter, gourmet pizza or burger while
relaxing on the deck with one of our wines or craft beers.
Cafe and wine/beer tastings: Daily from 11am - 4pm
Phone: (09) 372 3434 | Web: wildonwaiheke.co.nz
STARTS 27 DECEMBER 2015
Waiheke
The Vineyard Hopper operates:
• Daily from 27 December 2015 – 28 March 2016
(Easter Monday).
• Does not operate Good Friday or Easter Sunday.
Cellar door and bistro: Mon - Sun from 10am - 4pm
Lunch: Daily from 11.30am | Dinner: Daily from 6pm | Bookings required
Phone: (09) 372 9050 | Web: mudbrick.co.nz
Cable Bay Vineyards is renowned for crafting exquisite,
award-winning wines from Waiheke Island, Marlborough
and Central Otago. Voted Metro Magazine’s ‘Best Vineyard
Experience’, you can enjoy wine tasting at the cellar door,
drinks and small plates in the stunning outdoor Verandah
or fine food in The Dining Room. With breathtaking views
over the inner Hauraki Gulf and Auckland City, Cable Bay
Vineyards is a must-see during your visit to Waiheke Island.
DAYS OF OPERATION
This is a place that seduces all the senses. First there's a
Spanish Tapas restaurant with mouth-watering food, and
gold medal wines, which has won (and been many times
runner-up in) the Audi-Metro Auckland’s Best Rural Restaurant
Award. Then there's Madame-Rouge – she alone is worth the
trip. Have a drink at the high altitude Bond Bar, set among
stunning mosaic sculptures. And there are views, (oh what
views) to top it all.
Opening hours: Daily from 11.30am - 4pm
Phone: (09) 372 7854 | Web: casitamiro.co.nz
Obsidian Vineyard
HOPPER FARES
The Vineyard Hopper Pass also includes an All Day Waiheke
Bus Pass, so you can hop-on and hop-off any Vineyard Hopper
or public bus service on Waiheke Island. The Vineyard Hopper
is not suitable for children.
• VINEYARD HOPPER PASS + RETURN FERRY $60
• VINEYARD HOPPER PASS $30
HOW DO I GET THERE?
When you arrive at Matiatia Wharf, hop on any urban bus
to Oneroa free with your Vineyard Hopper Ticket. Hop off at
Oneroa and start the tour at Waheke Discovery. Look out for our
Vineyard Hopper flags and Hopper hosts.
WHERE TO BOOK
Book your Vineyard Hopper tickets online at fullers.co.nz,
at any Fullers Ticket Office, or by calling 09 367 9111.
This little gem of a vineyard nestles in the Onetangi Valley
in an amphitheatre-like setting amongst the vines. Obsidian
Vineyard offers wine tastings in a relaxed and friendly
atmosphere. A wonderful selection of award winning wines
and innovative varieties include Montepulciano, Tempranillo,
Bordeaux-blends, Syrah, Viognier, Chardonnay, Rosé and
Pinot Gris.
CLOSED 1 JANUARY
Opening hours: Daily from 11am - 4pm
Phone: (09) 372 6100 | Web: obsidian.co.nz
Te Whau Vineyard
Described by Wine International as “one of the most
achingly beautiful and dramatic places a vineyard has ever
taken root”, Te Whau Vineyard Restaurant is situated on a
stunning cliff-top site with breathtaking 360 degree views
of the Hauraki Gulf and Auckland City. Te Whau’s multiple
award-winning restaurant offers fresh NZ cuisine using top
ingredients combined with a superior wine list of classic
New Zealand wines, including our own five star wines.
Cellar door: Daily from 11am - 5pm Dec/Jan. CLOSED 1 JANUARY
Lunch: Daily from 11am | Dinner: Thurs - Sat from 6.30pm | Bookings advised.
Phone: (09) 372 7191 | Web: tewhau.co.nz
Vineyard opening times are correct at time of printing but may change without
notice. Some destinations may close from time to time. In these instances, the
Hopper will not stop at these destinations. Please ask your driver for details.
Fullers reserves the right to change departure times and prices without notice.
GENERAL ENQUIRIES, BOOKINGS & GROUP TRAVEL:
09 367 9111
[email protected]
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VINEYARD
HOPPER
hop on, hop off
bus service
what is the
VINEYARD
HOPPER?
HOPPER STARTS HERE
Hop off the Fullers bus at the
roundabout in Oneroa and
head across the road to the
signposted Vineyard Hopper
stop by Waiheke Discovery.
Catch any urban bus
from Matiatia to Oneroa
ENCLOSURE
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timetable
WILD ON WAIHEKE
TIME
Your ride to the next vineyard is never far away:
Two Hopper buses circulate the Hopper route running 60 minutes apart.
The buses are marked with 'Waiheke Vineyard Hopper'.
ONEROA (Waiheke Discovery)
10.30am
11.30am
12.30pm
1.30pm
2.30pm
3.30pm
4.30pm
Mudbrick* / Jurassic Ridge
10.39am
11.39am
12.39pm
1.39pm
2.39pm
3.39pm
4.39pm
Wear comfortable shoes:
One of our featured vineyards is accessible by a short walking track.
It's only a 5 minute walk and is definitely worth the time. Besides, why
wouldn’t you want to stroll through the grapevines for a true vineyard
experience.
Cable Bay
10.43am
11.43am
12.43pm
1.43pm
2.43pm
3.43pm
4.43pm
ONEROA (via Tui St)
10.47am
11.47am
12.47pm
1.47pm
2.47pm
KENNEDY
3.47pm
4.47pm
Te Whau
11.13am
12.13pm
1.13pm
2.13pm
3.13pm
4.13pm
5.13pm
Wild on Waiheke
11.24am
12.24pm
1.24pm
2.24pm
3.24pm
4.24pm
5.24pm
Stonyridge
11.26am
12.26pm
1.26pm
2.26pm
3.26pm
4.26pm
5.26pm
Casita Miro*/ Obsidian
11.35pm
12.35pm
1.35pm
2.35pm
3.35pm
4.35pm
5.35pm
ONEROA (opposite the library)
11.52am
12.52pm
1.52pm
2.52pm
3.52pm
4.52pm
5.52pm
3.57pm
4.57pm
5.57pm
(via Palm Beach)
Matiatia Wharf
ANZAC
BAY
PUTIKI
BAY
LOCATION
PLEASE NOTE: Vineyard Hopper is not suitable for children.
A passport or New Zealand Drivers License is required as proof of ID
to purchase or consume alcohol.
OBSIDIAN
CABLE BAY
Waiheke Island is home to 30 vineyards, many boasting award
winning wines. The Hopper’s timetable has been carefully designed
so that you can visit 8 key locations through 6 convenient stops. This
means all you need to think about is where you want to spend your
day discovering Waiheke’s gourmet foods and wines, amongst a
backdrop of stunning scenery.
Here’s something for the adventurers:
If you want to deviate off the Hopper trail or extend your day at the
end of the Hopper service, your Hopper pass allows you to travel on
Waiheke’s public bus services too.
ONETANGI BAY
H
BEAOCUT
PALLM
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ONEROA
15min
The Vineyard Hopper is for people who like to plan their own
adventure at their own pace. A unique and cost effective hop on, hop
off bus service, where you can visit some or all of the participating
vineyards and stay for as long or as little as you like, without having
to worry about driving.
PALM H
BEAC
HEKERUA
BAY
ONEROA
BEACH
IATIA
MAYTTERMINAL
Recommended by Lonely Planet Best in Travel 2016
as a top thing to do on Waiheke Island!
Design your own itinerary:
The options are endless but a bit of “Hopper” advice would be to
consider where you want to have lunch, perhaps make a booking in
advance as these vineyards are really popular. Then work out your
“must do” visits and go from there. Alternatively, go with the flow or
have a chat to the friendly Hopper drivers who are full of information
about vineyards, pick-up times, walking tracks and anything else you
need to know for a great day out.
THOMPSONS
POINT
OWHANAKE
BAY
(drop off only)
* Hop off at Mudbrick to access Jurassic Ridge
* Hop off at Casita Miro to access Obsidian (drop off at top of 7th Ave)
TE WHAU
POINT
TE WHAU
POINT
KAUAKARAU
BAY
WALKING
TRACKS
WINE
TASTING
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FOOD
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