Top Napier Bus Tours - page 2

Taste local wines at several Napier-area wineries and enjoy a gourmet chef’s platter for lunch with a glass of wine on this small-group day tour. Learn about a range of varietals, produced in the North Island’s premier wine-making region, and enjoy several tastings without having to worry about driving. A souvenir wine glass and round-trip hotel transfers are also included.

This fantastic and long serving tour delivers you a great visual and spoken overview of Napier. To assist with your tour, you will be guided through a photo book illustrating what Art Deco really is, why Art Deco in Napier. You will also learn the history of Napier and the huge 1931 earthquake and why Napier today is regarded as the art deco capital of the world. A fantastic and informative tour.

Experience the best of the Napier area on this handy small-group shore excursion. Visit a range of cultural, historic, and natural attractions. Learn more about Napier’s history through its Art Deco architecture, admire the views from the top of Te Mata Peak, and travel through the countryside between Napier and Hastings. This is an ideal tour for travelers short on time on land.

If you’re short on time in Napier, or wanting an overview of the city’s striking Art Deco architecture before exploring further alone, this morning tour is convenient. Admire the beautiful buildings of the Ahuriri and Marewa districts; see Art Deco landmarks such as the National Tobacco Building; and learn more about the distinctive design style. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included.

We start your day by driving to the Famous Hawkes bay Farmers Market, where you can stroll through the grounds and and taste local products otherwise not available on a Sunday or have a bacon sandwich or a fresh squeezed juice whilst listening to the live music, onto Te Mata Peak not to be missed by any traveler to Hawkes bay, with its 360 degree views from 399 meters above sea level. back down to the Arataki Honey centre with the live bee displays (behind glass) and the chance to sample up to 12 different Honeys. Next we drive to the home of Silky Oak chocolates for a look at the range of products available and if we wish to buy we can. Lastly we drive to the top of Bluff Hill and Look out to the North of Napier and over look the port .

Explore the best of Napier’s wine and craft beer scene on this afternoon small-group tour to wineries and a local ale house. Taste wines at each destination, including the country’s oldest winery, and learn about wine-making techniques on a comprehensive tour. The tour wraps up with three glasses of beer at an ale house in Napier’s Art Deco center, and includes hotel pickup and drop-off for convenience.

Winner - 2026 Best of Wine Tourism - Sustainable Wine Tourism Experience award-winning wine, a Māori cultural site and stunning sightseeing up Te Mata Peak. Beginning on the coast, you will gain an appreciation for Māori knowledge at the Ātea a Rangi Celestial Compass. You'll then enjoy a premium, hosted tasting at New Zealand’s second-oldest Winery, the award-winning Te Mata Estate. Home of the famed Te Mata Coleraine wine. We'll then journey up to the top of Te Mata Peak. All the while learning about the unique culture, geology, botany and history of the region. For cruise ships, we offer a semi private (max 4 guests) 2.5 hour tour with departure times for each ship, depending on the time in port.

Explore the exquisite wine region of Hawkes Bay on this Signature Wine Tour, departing from Napier. Enjoy personalized tastings at four top wineries, with a focus on your preferred wine styles and flavors. Indulge in an artisanal cheese platter during the tour, which includes all tasting fees, ensuring a leisurely experience in a maximum group size of six. Travel in comfort in our luxury Mercedes V-Class MPV, with convenient pick-up and drop-off from your accommodation in Napier, Hastings, or Havelock North. - Tailored wine tastings based on your preferences - Visit four premium wineries with expert guidance - Enjoy an artisanal cheese platter at the second winery - Maximum group size of six for a personalized experience

Come for an exclusive experience inside the Heretaunga Studio at award-winning Smith & Sheth. This beautifully curated wine journey invites you to experience wine through all your senses in a thoughtful, intimate environment. Every detail is intentional, every pour personal. Imagine fine wine, beautiful design, with immersive storytelling. Plus, we get to taste wine straight from the barrels. After Smith & Sheth, we'll visit a second Urban Winery where creativity, craft, and bold winemaking come to life in unexpected ways... The Urban Wine Tour is not your average wine tour. It's a fresh alternative to the traditional Wine tastings, taking you beyond the vines and into exciting urban spaces. This is wine tasting reimagined — stylish, intimate, and full of surprises. This is Hawke's Bay Wine Country with a twist. - Small Group Tour. * To request Alternative start times or tour customisations - Book on our Mates Travel website.

The Craggy Range Deluxe is a celebration of Hawke’s Bay’s most iconic landscapes and wine experiences. Your day begins at the world-renowned Craggy Range, where you'll take in the beauty of this architecturally stunning winery, nestled beneath Te Mata Peak. Discover their winemaking philosophy, enjoy a guided tasting of their exceptional wines with a tasty Platter, then take a behind-the-scenes look through the fermentation rooms and underground cellar. From there, we ascend to the summit of Te Mata Peak, where panoramic views stretch across the Heretaunga Plains to the coastline—an unmissable highlight that captures the heart of Hawke’s Bay. After soaking up the beauty of Craggy Range and Te Mata Peak, we’ll make our way to a second boutique winery, often Te Mata Estate, for one more tasting experience. Note: The second winery is often Te Mata Estate, but it may change depending on availability This is a small Group Tour To request customisations, Book on our Mates Travel website

Make the most of a short time on land as your cruise docks in Napier on a half-day shore excursion that includes two of the city’s highlights: Art Deco architecture and wine. Take a tour of the city’s celebrated Art Deco buildings and learn about the earth-shaking history that led to it. Visit a top winery in the North Island’s largest wine-producing region and sample some of its finest wines.

This isn’t just another wine tour — it’s a journey into the heart of New Zealand’s Great Wine Capital. With small groups and a personal touch, you’ll explore Hawke’s Bay’s boutique wineries at a relaxed pace, learning the stories that shaped this region into the gateway of New Zealand’s wine industry. From the elegant Art Deco streets of Napier to the world-famous Gimblett Gravels, every stop reveals a new layer of history, flavor, and craftsmanship. You’ll connect directly with passionate winemakers, enjoy intimate tastings, and savor a local cheese platter among the vineyards. Led by friendly, knowledgeable guides who love what they do, this experience combines culture, architecture, and award-winning wines in one unforgettable day. It’s authentic, immersive, and full of heart — exactly what a Great Wine Capital deserves.

Take a scenic drive through the countryside to visit Maraetotara Falls, where you can enjoy a peaceful walk and views of the waterfall. Next, head to the Arataki Honey Visitors Centre, the largest beekeeping business in the Southern Hemisphere, to sample Manuka Honey and learn about honey production. Continue to the famous Te Mata Peak for the panoramic views over the Hawkes Bay. Stop at Ahuriri Village, a historic fishing village known for its charming atmosphere and the National Tobacco Building, an iconic Art Deco structure perfect for photos.

Discover Napier’s world-famous Art Deco charm and the natural beauty of Hawke’s Bay on this private full-day tour. Designed for cruise guests, it combines the city’s iconic 1930s architecture with panoramic lookouts, artisan shops, honey tastings, and chocolate delights. Enjoy a relaxed day with plenty of photo stops, local flavors, and breathtaking views across the region.

Discover the beauty of Hawke’s Bay on this curated 4-hour Private Shore Tour, blending coastal scenery, iconic vineyards, and breathtaking panoramic views. Designed for cruise guests with limited time, it showcases the region’s finest highlights in comfort and style. Travel through Art Deco Napier, enjoy glimpses of Cape Kidnappers, taste premium wines, and ascend Te Mata Peak for unforgettable 360° vistas. This tour offers a perfect balance of local culture, nature, and regional flavors.

Step back in time on our Hawke’s Bay Historic Wineries Tour. Visit Mission Estate, NZ’s oldest winery, founded by French missionaries in 1851, and taste elegant wines while exploring the beautifully preserved building and cellar. Drive through historic Taradale, lined with charming villas and early settler cottages that tell the story of Hawke’s Bay’s wine pioneers. Next, we will visit Church Road Winery, est in 1897 by Tom McDonald, father of NZ’s fine reds. To finish, we’ll take you up to Bluff Hill Lookout for sweeping views over Napier Port, the Pacific Ocean, and Napier’s Art Deco skyline. Experience the heritage in every glass! - Visit Mission Estate, NZ’s oldest winery - Explore historic cellars and buildings - Guided tastings of premium Hawke’s Bay wines - Learn the region’s winemaking history - Travel through scenic countryside - Expert guide offering rich historical context * To request Alternative start times or tour customisations - Book on our Mates Travel website.