Things to do in Napier, North Island: The Best Wine Tours & Tastings

Join this wonderful tour to enjoy tastings at three different wineries and the chef's gourmet platter with a glass of wine at Mission Estate Winery. * Spend time absorbing the history of the 170 year old Estate. *Select your own wine to accompany the gourmet platter. *Choose between wine or beer tasting at the Urban Winery. *Seated tasting at Linden Estate in the picturesque Esk Valley. *Stop in the vineyard and discuss growing grapes for wine making. *Conclude with complimentary wine,cheese and biscuits out among the vines, T

Inclusions: Wine-tasting fees, Chef's platter with glass of Estate Range wine at Mission Estate Winery, Wine, cheese and biscuits, Tour of the barrel hall and the Golden Egg fermentor at The Urban winery, Grape-growing and vineyard management discussion at Linden Estate, Pickup and drop-off at your accommodation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water

Exclusions: Gratuities

Join our small tour group. Visit 3 very different Wineries. At the first Winery, you will tour the Winery, discover what can be made from the fruit (Grapes). See the process of making Brandy, learn about Balsamic Vinegar production, explore an underground Cellars and N.Z's only Wine Museum before tasting many premium wines. Choose to stay on here for lunch cost not included. We will allow approx 2 hours for your lunch, in the Cellar or outside. Visit a boutique Winery set in sheep growing country. Hear about their unique Winemaking process from the Vine to the Bottle, This is New Zealand’s only Vegetarian (Vegan) certified Winery. This really is a “must do” experience. Finishing at the oldest Winery in New Zealand. Here you will learn about the history dating back from the 1830’s in France. You will finish the tour with a small souvenir, and a souvenir Wine glass. All tastings, admissions and any drinks advertised are included. Tour is door to door within Napier on the day.

Inclusions: Food tasting, Wine tasting, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Local taxes

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified

Join our small Wine Tour group to explore a huge variety of Hawkes Bay Wines lasting all afternoon. Visit 4 very different Wineries. 2 - Boutique Wineries set in the world famous Gimblett Gravels. Learn about the region, how, why, and what Wines are produced in what is regarded as the “Premium Wine Region in New Zealand”. Visit a 3rd boutique Winery set in sheep growing country. Walk around the Vineyards learning the Winemaking process from the Vine to the Bottle, sampling directly from a barrel or tank. This is New Zealand’s only Vegetarian (Vegan) certified Winery. This is a “must do” experience. You will also visit the oldest Winery in New Zealand. Here you will learn about their history dating back to the 1830’s in Lyon, France. You will finish the tour with a small souvenir, and a souvenir Wine glass. All tastings, admissions and any drinks advertised are included in the tour price. Tour is door to door within Napier on the day.

Inclusions: All wine tastings, Live commentary on board, Local guide, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Small souvenir, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Additional alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

Join our small Wine Tour group to explore a huge variety of Hawkes Bay Wines lasting all afternoon. - 5.5 hours Visit 3 very different Wineries plus an Ale House - Boutique Winery set in the world famous Gimblett Gravels Learn about the region, how, why, and what Wines are produced in what is often regarded as the “Premium Wine Region in New Zealand”. - 2nd boutique Winery set in sheep growing country. Walk around the Vineyards learning the Wine making process from the Vine to the Bottle, This is New Zealand’s only Vegetarian (Vegan) certified Winery, a “must do” experience. Maybe swap the Vine to bottle tour for a Platter? - The oldest Winery in New Zealand. Here you will learn about the history dating back from the 1830’s in Lyon France - Finally finish at an Ale House You will finish the tour with a small souvenir, and a souvenir Wine glass. All tastings, admissions and any drinks advertised are included in the tour price. Tour is door to door within Napier on the day

Inclusions: Wine tasting, 3 glasses of beer, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Local taxes

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified

Hawkes Bay is the oldest wine-producing region in New Zealand - this 1.5 hour tour includes a tasting experience at one of the finest wineries in the area, transported in a luxurious air conditioned Mercedes-Benz people carrier with your own friendly & knowledgeable driver.

Inclusions: Wine tasting fees, Driver/guide, Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points, Private tour, Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions: Food and drinks are not included, unless specified, Lunch is not provided

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

Here we have three options to suit all tastes.  First up is our Half Day Winery Tour: 4 Hours spent sampling some of Hawke's Bay's finest wines. All tastings included along with a platter to share in a beautiful vineyard setting.  Next we have our Half Day Napier Scenic Tour: Upon meeting you, our chauffeurs will introduce themselves, have a brief chat and arrange an itinerary to suit your tastes. Alternatively please do contact us on booking and we can put together an itinerary to suit.  Lastly we have our third option: Best of the Bay: Sit back, relax and let us entertain you. Leave all the decisions up to us at Hooters and let's see if we can't exceed your expectations by showing you the Best of the Bay, our way! 

Inclusions: Private tour, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only), Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points, Local guide, Live commentary on board, Wine tasting, Light refreshments, Snacks, Alcoholic Beverages

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities

Our entry level bespoke tour, your chauffeur will show you the beauty of Napier's Art Deco buildings and then you have the option of visiting a local winery, sampling some local chocolate or take the chance to see the Hooters Showroom, a must-see for all vintage car lovers. You can let us know your preference in advance otherwise your chauffeur will discuss the options to see what you fancy on the day. Please note that this tour does not include wine tasting fees which will need to be paid directly to the winery on the day. On busy cruise ship days as many as half of the Hooters vintage vehicles will be out on tour so there will be a few empty spaces in the showroom, but still plenty of automobilia to see and stories to hear.

Inclusions: Private transportation

Exclusions: Gratuities, Alcoholic Beverages, Snacks

Explore Art Deco Napier and surrounding areas in the comfort of our classic Black London Taxi Limo. Seating capacity is up to Five passengers. Four is recommended. Complete with Red carpet to make you feel a bit like royalty. We offer a standard Three Hour Tour of Napier and surrounding countryside. We are able customise this private tour to your liking by adding points of interest, Wineries, or Food destinations and Scenic drives and great views. Our time can be flexible to suit your availability and needs. Extra stops for visits, tastings and photos can be arranged We also offer Limo services for any occasion and Shuttle services to or from your accommodation, restaurant, winery and Airport Transfers. Food, Drinks and Tasting fees are not included

Inclusions: Private transportation

Exclusions: Alcoholic Beverages

Submerge yourself in this beautiful region. Take home memories, photos and perhaps a bottle of wine. Our guides are personable, knowledgeable and will look after you. Know our region, know our stories.

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Air-conditioned vehicle

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