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

8 Reviews 4.75 out of 5 stars Based on 8 traveler reviews collected by Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | Wellington, New Zealand

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Overview

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.

What's Included

  • Small Group Tour.
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off available
  • Transport by private vehicle.
  • Alcoholic drinks and food products for taking away are available to purchase (optional) at own expense.
  • Gratuities
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For hotel pick up please wait for your Zozo Travel driver guide in the lobby or main hotel entrance. For cruise pick up please wait at the Private Tour Waiting Area at the cruise terminal. DO NOT get on cruise shuttle. For specific pick up time and locations please contact Zozo Travel directly.

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50 Cable Street
Te Aro, Wellington 6011, New Zealand

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Small Batch, Ripe Coffee Roasters

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.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

46a Victoria Street

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.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Jackson Street Programme

Guests can use the extra time to explore the foodie suburb of Petone at their leisure.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Chocolate Story

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.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Brewtown Upper Hutt

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.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Minimum (drinking) age is 18 years.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Taste of Petone: Wellington’s Half-Day Gourmet Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-47417P3

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  • Hotel pickup and drop-off available
  • Transport by private vehicle.
  • Food and beverage tasting.
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  • Professional local driver guide.
  • Alcoholic drinks and food products for taking away are available to purchase (optional) at own expense.
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  • Wheelchair accessible
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  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Minimum (drinking) age is 18 years.
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