Top Napier Day Trips

Discover the highlights of the Hawkes Bay - from Napier's art deco streetscape to stunning vistas from Te Mata peak - on this carefully curated tour, based on things your guides like to show their friends and family visiting the region. This tour is designed to focus on the best bits of life in the Bay, making it possible to discover why the locals love this region in a single day.

Take a break from sightseeing and escape the city crowds on this small-group tour around a handful of Hawkes Bay wineries. Instead of going into each tasting blind and struggling through the jargon, get guidance and recommendations from your guide so you can get the most out of your day. You don’t need to worry about drawing the short straw and being your group’s sober driver, either—instead, get around Hawkes Bay in an air-conditioned minivan driven by your guide.

Get out of the tour bus and create your own journey on this self-guided scenic bike ride to coastal wineries. Spend some time outdoors on the beautiful coast near Hawke’s Bay, riding beachside roads and a cycle trail to three wineries. The wineries are all located towards the end of the trail, so you won’t have to worry about riding bikes while drinking wine. When your winery visits are over, a shuttle takes you back to Napier. Shuttle pick up time departs Elephant Hill at 4pm and subject to change if there's an additional shuttle.

Drive around the sunny Hawkes Bay and get a taste of the region’s well-regarded wines on this small group tour. There’s no need to choose a sober driver – get chauffeured around a handful of Hawkes Bay wineries on this tour, leaving you free to sample as many wines as you want. Learn how to translate winemaking jargon from your guide and enjoy wine-tasting like a professional. Beat the heat as you drive between wineries in an air-conditioned minivan.

Step off your cruise ship and straight into the vibrant 1930s in swinging, seaside Napier. Immerse yourself in the colorful city’s celebrated art deco architecture and learn about its earth-shaking history on this half-day excursion that includes visits to two internationally-renowned wineries and beer tastings at the locally famous Speight’s Ale House.

Travel with a small group to four separate wineries in Napier. This 6-hour tour introduces you to a range of varietals including a glass of wine and chef's platter lunch at the Mission Estate Winery, followed by Church Road, Esk Valley, and Linden. Finish with wine, cheese, and crackers at an exclusive viewing platform overlooking Hawke's Bay.

Biking is a great way to visit wineries and explore Hawke’s Bay. With this tour, explore more than 10 miles (16 kilometers) of scenic, bike-friendly paths at your own pace, stopping at some of the region’s finest wine producers along the way. Opt for an available wine purchase pick-up service, so you won’t have to lug bottles around on a bicycle.

There is only the one Supertrike here in Napier, Hawke's Bay. So book this tour for your group and enjoy a whole day cruising around Hawke's Bay in style. The Trike seats up to four people. Let us tailor-make a package to suit your tastes. You'll smile for a week! Please Note that this tour is not available for cruise passengers.

Your personal Chauffeur will collect you in your choice of the fleet and guide you to a selection of the Bay's finest destinations and all designed to entice your palate. An exquisite lunch en route is included. We design your bespoke itinerary through the booking process to ensure that your trip is simply unforgettable!