This great escape heading north out of busy Auckland starts with your local tour guide picking you up from central Auckland, then traveling through the scenic roads in a luxury, air-conditioned Mercedes minivan towards your first destination. On arrival at the horse riding base, meet your tour instructor and horse. The guide will then explain health and safety and the basics of riding your horse. Let the fun begin and enjoy one hour of horse riding along one of New Zealand's most pristine beaches. After returning from your horse ride, your driver-guide will take you to discover a lovely art trail between the vines and taste some of New Zealand’s Luxurious Wines. The trail is just a short walk but you can take your time. Once you finish the wine tasting your guide will take you back to downtown Auckland.