Things to do in Havelock North, North Island: The Best Tours

Travel with private driver/guide on a private tour of Napier and surrounding areas in our luxury Mercedes-Benz people carrier, with air conditioning, full leather and privacy glass. From the Art Deco City to the fruit & wine-producing region to fantastic scenery, every tour can be personalized to suit your interests and there will be plenty of photo opportunities. Group Maximum 6 travelers.

Inclusions: Friendly, professional local driver/guide, Private tour, Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle, Pickup and drop-off from the designated point, All taxes, fees and handling charges

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Most Hawkes Bay wineries charge tasting fees which are not included

A Grand Day Out provides exactly what it says on the tin - a great day out and about in Hawkes Bay. In a nutshell, this is what we like to do when friends or family visiting the area ask us to show them around. A leisurely and varied exploration of Napier and the surrounding area, this tour gives you a taste of the Hawkes Bay lifestyle including fabulous scenery, amazing architecture in Napier's Art Deco City, world class wines and truly delicious chocolate and NZ's unique Manuka honey along the way. Come with us - we will do our best to give you a Grand Day Out to remember! The itinerary may occasionally need to include an alternative winery for operational reasons.

Inclusions: Wine tasting, Air-conditioned vehicle, Honey tasting, Chocolate sampling

Exclusions: Lunch

The preservation of this culturally important and archaeologically significant site, Hakikino is a fascinating mix of old world wisdom and new world innovations. Embracing all that is available today, we have established a native plant nursery and created the Hakikino Conservation Reserve. Let one of our family members share with you these sacred sites: the bush lore, the folk lore, the culture and the language: all of which continue to shape the hopes and aspirations of the people today. This tour provides you with an insider’s perspective on being Maori and relates historical and contemporary Maori culture from a unique and personal point of view in our home village of Waimarama. It’s a friendly and relaxed encounter.

Inclusions: Private transportation

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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.

Inclusions: Wine tasting

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Our most popular tour! Enjoy a full-day, self-guided biking tour to some of the regions finest wineries to enjoy wine tasting galore. We take you (and your bike) out to Havelock North to the starting point of your journey at Black Barn Vineyard. This trail cycles past 6 award-winning wineries along a 16km stretch of easy and scenic cycle pathways. We pick you up at the Cape for a transfer back to the start. A truly memorable experience enjoying the best wineries of Hawke's Bay on a bike! Talk to us about picking you up from your accommodation, FREE from Napier, $10 from Taradale, $20 from everywhere else.

Inclusions: Bike, helmet and pannier hire, Route instructions and trail map, Wine purchases pick-up service, Hotel pickup and drop-off from your Napier accommodation

Exclusions: Tasting fees, Lunch, Water

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.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup, Certified guide

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Small group tour by minibus in air conditioned comfort with a friendly, knowledgeable local driver/guide to show you all the highlights of Napier and the surrounding areas. This very popular tour with live commentary includes • the world-famous Art Deco City of Napier • fantastic scenery including Te Mata Peak • treat yourself to some local wine or beer in picturesque gardens • try locally-produced ice cream (seasonal) • explore the visitor centre at the largest beekeeping business in the Southern Hemisphere - try NZ's unique Manuka honey and watch live bees at work. • fascinating art gallery & sculpture garden • traditional-style sweet shop  • Art Deco homes at Marewa, Napier's Art Deco suburb • Bluff Hill Lookout • the historic fishing village of Ahuriri

Inclusions: Driver/guide providing live commentary on board, Air-conditioned vehicle, Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting point, Free courtesy shuttle buses provided between the meeting point and the Port of Napier, Complimentary honey tasting at Arataki Honey Visitor Centre

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Any purchases you may choose to make during the tour

Let us whisk you away on this magnificent machine to sample some of Hawke's Bay's finest tipples. On this tour, we take you through the stunning North Island countryside to visit your choice of Beer, Wine or Cider stops. We design this tour around your personal tastes. Choose either 2 wineries or 1 beer/cider venues from the stops listed or let us know if there is somewhere else you would prefer and we will ensure that you enjoy a scenic ride as well. ​There is so much to discover in the beautiful Hawke’s Bay, why not explore it in style on the V8 Supertrike! All basic wine tasting fees or one tasting flight (4-6 glasses) of beers or cider between 2 adults are included. Additional drinks at your own discretion. Please note that this tour is not available to cruise passengers.

Inclusions: Entry level wine tastings or 1 tasting flight per 2 adults

Exclusions: Additional drinks or snacks

An exclusive Private tour just for your family and friends in air conditioned comfort with a friendly local driver/guide to show you all the highlights of Napier and the surrounding area. The itinerary is indicative - this tour can be customised to your interests including wineries, fantastic scenery, visits to artisan food producers, a chocolate factory, great shopping opportunities and of course the world-famous Art Deco City of Napier.

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (if required), Private tour, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Personalised itinerary just for you

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Some wineries charge for tastings - this is not included in the tour price

Be picked up in style in one of our luxurious fleet of vintage & classic cars and take a step back in time through our Art Deco City and beyond. Drive through the breath-taking countryside, visit local vineyards, sample some fantastic ales and ciders or perhaps indulge in some freshly made chocolates. Our bespoke tours are designed for you to enjoy the Bay your way. Tell us what you like and we will design an itinerary to suit you.  With all the beautiful Art Deco architecture and history to explore, let your chauffeur guide you through the immaculately preserved streets of the bygone era. A delicious 2-course lunch at one of the region's top restaurants is included during the tour. The stunning Hawke's Bay has so much to offer, a full day with us will showcase all the very best in this breathtaking slice of paradise.

Inclusions: All activities, Driver/guide, Live commentary on board, Professional guide, Local guide, Tour escort/host, Transport by private vehicle, Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected), Private tour, Lunch

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities, Souvenirs