Top Napier Half-day Tours

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.

Fine-tune your appreciation of New Zealand wine on this afternoon tour of the Hawkes Valley wine region from Napier. Enjoy tours and tastings at several vineyards including New Zealand's oldest winery. After strolling the vineyards of the Linden Estate, end the day with wine, cheese and a panoramic view over Hawkes Bay.

Hop on a complimentary shuttle from the cruise terminal when your ship pulls into port, and meet your guide at Napier Aquarium for a 3-hour sightseeing tour of the CBD and surroundings. This guided shore excursion includes highlights such as the sailing yachts at Ahuriri Marina, the orchards of the scenic Esk Valley, and panoramic views of Hawke’s Bay from Seafield Farm and Bluff Hill. Tour the National Tobacco Company Building and enjoy tastings at Silky Oak Chocolates.

The Classic Afternoon Wine Tour is the perfect way to get out of the small cities, see the famous countryside and taste the wines that have made this region iconic. You will travel with like-minded tourists from NZ and overseas and we guarantee you will have fun, learn about Hawke's Bay and taste some amazing food & wine. Bay Tours is Hawke's Bay's longest running wine tour company. We are family owned with a number of wine tour hosts that all share the same passion for Hawke's Bay, its wine and showing our region off to visitors.

Visit three wineries and a beloved local ale house on a half-day tour that’s all about Napier wine and beer. Taste wines at each destination, from the country’s oldest winery to a boutique winery, learn about wine-making techniques on a comprehensive tour, then visit a wine museum built into underground wine fermentation tanks. The small-group tour wraps up with three glasses of cider or beer at an ale house in Napier’s historic center, and it includes round-trip transportation from the city center.

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.

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.

Napier is a small but vibrant seaside city nestled on the coastline of one of New Zealand’s most creative wine-making and fruit-growing regions. Get out and see it all on this fully air-conditioned small group tour, guided by our local driver who will ensure you return to port happy and relaxed, with warm memories of this charming art-deco inspired city and its rural surrounds.

Combine Napier’s Art Deco architecture with Hawkes Bay wine on a half-day shore excursion that concludes with drinks at a beloved local ale house. Start by exploring Napier city and a frozen-in-time Art Deco suburb, then visit two wineries with completely different takes on producing local wine. At the final stop, this tour includes three drinks from a list of ciders and beers, the perfect ending to a trip through the Hawkes Bay region.

Get a comprehensive introduction to Napier wine by visiting four very different wineries for tastings, from the oldest winery in New Zealand to newer establishments with fresh takes on local flavors. You’ll sample wines at each stop, then see a wine museum that’s built into former wine fermentation tanks, with traces of the wine-making process still evident on the walls. This tour is limited to 11 people for a fun and personal experience, and it includes round-trip transport from hotels in Napier city.

Take the opportunity to combine the best of Hawke’s Bay’s scenic beauty with a taste of its famous wine country and top it off with a delicious lunch at one of the region’s finest winery restaurants. For this morning adventure,1st stop - Te Mata Peak. The summit provides stunning 360-degree views across Hawke’s Bay and in the morning, with the sun behind us, we can usually see all the way west to Mt Ruapehu, the North Island’s highest mountain. Bring a camera because the views are incredible! From the Peak, we head to 2 premium wineries where you’ll taste some of Hawke’s Bay’s finest wines. Between wineries, we’ll take you across the fertile Heretaunga Plain, the district known around the country as ‘The Fruit Bowl of New Zealand’. Picturesque orchard, vineyard and rolling farm country will be our backdrop before we arrive for lunch at one of the region’s finest winery restaurants.

The Twilight Progressive Winery Tour is your chance to dine at 3 of the world class restaurants and enjoy the very best wines of Hawke's Bay all in one memorable evening. A typical twilight tour includes stops at Craggy Range, Mission Estate & Elephant Hill or Urban Winery. As well as sunset views at the top of Te Mata Peak - on the peak you will find out first hand what makes it the regions #1 sightseeing destination. You will travel with like-minded visitors from NZ and overseas and we guarantee you will have fun, learn about Hawke's Bay and taste some of the best food & wine in New Zealand. Bay Tours is Hawke's Bay's longest running wine tour company. We are family owned with a number of wine tour hosts that all share the same passion for Hawke's Bay, its wine and showing our region off to visitors. Each tour will either be in our Luxury BMW 7 series sedan or EVM Mercedes Sprinter van. Restaurant venues are subject to availability.

Join a small group tour (max 22 on the day) and discover Art Deco Napier and Hastings Cities in detail and the greater Hawkes Bay region. Napier is world famous as the “Art Deco Capital of the World”. You will discover much of the very popular Art Deco in and around this fantastic City and Suburbs including Hastings City. Opportunities to walk amongst these magnificent period buildings, often referred to as looking like a "Movie set".. Take the free Shuttle from the ship upon arrival to Napier, join fellow pre-booked passengers for this memorable 4 hour Napier Shore Excursion. You will learn what Art Deco is and discover in detail, the Art Deco suburbs in the "Art Deco Capital of the World", while learning about the huge Earthquake that shaped this City. Many photo stops on the day, enjoy fantastic vistas across the Hawkes Bay from Te mata Peak. Seats are strictly limited and only available as pre-booked. NO sales on the day. A tour to remember for a very long time.

Instead of crowding into a tour bus, explore the Hawke’s Bay in a perfectly-preserved 1930s vintage car on this stylish half-day tour of the region. Choose between one of three tours – sample what’s unique local wines with a Winery Tour; see Napier’s art deco landmarks on the Scenic Tour; or visit popular attractions on the Best of the Bay Tour. Choose your destinations or avoid the stress of choosing: your guide can put together the perfect day.

The best way to see Napier and Hawke's Bay? Take a tour on the Supertrike!! We look forward to making your experience a memorable one. Please note that this tour is not available for cruise passengers.

The Gold Reserve Afternoon Wine Tour is the perfect way to get out of Napier & Hastings, see the famous countryside and taste the premium wines that have made Hawke's Bay an iconic New Zealand wine destination. You will travel with like-minded tourists from NZ and overseas that have a passion for wine and want to learn about Hawke's Bay and taste some amazing food & wine. Bay Tours is Hawke's Bay's longest running wine tour company. We are family owned. Each of our wine tour guides share a passion for Hawke's Bay, its wine and love showcasing the region to visitors.

If you’ve only got a limited amount of shore time to explore Napier, or you want to see a side of Napier that you won’t see on the large group tours, see only what interests you on this fully-customizable private tour. With a private driver to get you efficiently from destination to destination, visit landmarks like the Art Deco quarter and Te Mata Park or go off the beaten track. Stop at quiet wineries, artisanal food producers and other hidden gems – set up a schedule that reflects your tastes.

This shore excursion highlights the best of Hawke's Bay and Napier, considered the Art Deco Capital of the world! Discover this areas unique history including its early settlement, the 1931 Napier Earthquake, and the rebuild efforts that transformed the city to what it is today. Travel through the beautiful rural pastures outside the city, make a stop close to the top of Te Mata Peak with incredible sightings, and explore the unique architecture of Hastings and Napier.

Take a 3-hour private tour of Napier & Hawke's Bay in your very own vintage car to see the Art Deco architecture and other highlights. Sit back and enjoy the stories and scenery while your chauffeur drives you around the town in a beautifully restored vehicle from the Art Deco period. We have included in the itinerary section a list of options available (please note that we cannot cover all options in 3 hours!) so that you can customize your personalized itinerary either through the booking process or your chauffeur will help you plan your day on arrival.  This is a bespoke tour that can be designed to suit your tastes.

​Napier and the surrounding Hawkes Bay area is New Zealand's oldest wine-making region and this very popular afternoon tour visits three of our finest local wineries for a great tasting experience. Small group tour by minibus (max 12 passengers) in air conditioned comfort with a friendly, knowledgeable local driver/guide.

Enjoy a relaxed scenic drive while visiting 4 renowned Hawke’s Bay Wineries for premier tastings, Devonshire Tea and a platter lunch.  Explore our famous Art Deco City, Napier before heading south via the coastal route and visiting the Waitangi Regional Park.  Travel along the picturesque Tuki Tuki River Valley to Birdwoods Gallery Cafe.  Wander through the gardens and admire the art while enjoying Devonshire Tea at the Birdwoods Gallery Cafe.  Taste award winning wines from NZ’s most prestigious wine growing district the Gimblett Gravels, enjoy a platter lunch & wine match before returning to Napier via Ahuriri Wetlands.     You will be transported in a luxury air-conditioned Mercedes Mini Van or BMW SUV depending on number of people by a knowledgeable and personable local guide.

Get away from the crowds on your cruise ship for half a day on this insightful tour around the city of Napier. With a private guide to transport you around the city, you don’t have to worry about strangers holding you up or rushing you as you explore the art deco buildings and charming inner-city shops. Visit a number of regional wineries, too, and sample the wines being grown and made right here on the coast.

Discover Napier by vintage car on a private tour that’s customized to your schedule and interests. With a personal driver to greet you after you step off the shuttle, you’ll trade a generic group itinerary for a tour that explores the things that interest you: see Art Deco landmarks, sip local vintages at New Zealand’s oldest winery, check out classic cars, and taste local chocolates before returning to your boat.