Top Napier Private and Luxury

Uncover the stories behind Napier’s famous Art Deco architecture on this guided walking tour through the city’s iconic Art Deco Quarter. Learn about the history and design of the buildings from a professional local guide while exploring the heart of the city. Starting at the Art Deco Centre, enjoy an engaging introduction before venturing through the streets on a 1.5-hour walk to discover hidden details and secrets of Napier’s art deco heritage.

Take this scenic drive through Tukituki Valley which will take you to the peak of Te Mata by stylin Supertrike. This is a small group tour, so you’ll keep costs down by sharing your ride. But since there are only 4 to a group, you’ll still have an intimate experience. You’ll ride through Napier, along the coast, and end up with some gorgeous views and a drink at the peak.

Nature lovers will enjoy this shore excursion from Napier to the gannet colony at Cape Kidnappers. Make the most of a short time on land on a bird-watching safari. This tour is ideal for travelers with limited mobility because you’ll be driven up close to the gannets. Admire the coastal views as well as the sight of thousands of birds.

See and experience Hawke's Bay highlights on this half-day shore excursion designed for travelers with limited time. Explore Art Deco Napier and Hastings, learning about the events behind this artistic style. Continue to Bluff Hill and Te Mata Peak for stunning panoramic views of the surrounding landscapes. The tour also includes a visit to Hastings, named NZ's best town, with drives through orchards and vineyards that explain the fruit industry.

Designed exclusively for two, this Hawke’s Bay wine experience combines fine wine, a two-course winery lunch and the comfort of a luxury Mercedes-Benz V-Class. Your knowledgeable local host tailors the day to your wine preferences, choosing four premium cellar doors around availability and the best experiences on the day. Tasting fees, lunch, and pickup and return from your Hawke’s Bay accommodation are included. Between wineries, enjoy Hawke’s Bay scenery and regional stories at an unhurried pace. With no other guests and no fixed, one-size-fits-all route, this tour is ideal for couples celebrating an anniversary, honeymoon, birthday or simply enjoying a memorable day together.

Hawke’s Bay is one of New Zealand's premier wine regions—experience the best of it during a stress-free guided tour to four premium wineries, including Mission Estate and Trinity Hill. Taste a wide range of local wines, learn about winemaking, and visit New Zealand's oldest winery. This small-group tour includes all tastings and pizza for lunch, with hotel pickup and drop-off for added convenience.

Discover the rural beauty and Art Deco architecture of Hawke’s Bay on a half-day shore excursion from Napier. Travel through orchards, vineyards, and farming areas, visit the Arataki Honey Visitor Centre for honey tasting, and enjoy panoramic views from Te Mata Peak. All transport is by climate-controlled vehicle, making this tour a perfect introduction to the region’s landscapes and history.

This is a compact well thought out tour, offering you an exceptionally good tour of the local highlights including wine tasting. A must do tour for every visitor. You will have a fantastic understanding of what "Art Deco' actually is. You will see the "off the track" locations and learn why Napier was build in Art Deco, why Napier is the Art Deco Capital of the World, coves all Sight seeing places of Napier with Premium Winery tasting.

Make the most of your day in Napier - hop on one of our E-bikes and start exploring! Discover the beauty of Hawke’s Bay on a comfortable step-through E-bike—easy to ride all day long. The region’s cycle trails are renowned for their relaxed, scenic routes that link award-winning wineries and top local eateries. Along the way, take in stunning coastal views, peaceful wetlands, Māori heritage sites, lush vineyards and orchards, the historic Ahuriri village, and iconic Art Deco architecture. Our friendly team will set you up with your e-bike and all the info you need for a memorable adventure. Start your Hawke’s Bay journey with Napier City Bike Hire & Tours! Cruise ship passengers info: All passengers are transported on free shuttle buses from Napier Port to the Napier iSite Visitor Information Centre. Our store is located directly across the street from the Visitors Centre. We open outside our normal hours to match your ship's docking time - so you can make most of your visit!

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 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 2.5 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 with great views. Tour 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 but we can customise an "All Inclusive" tour for you

Get active while experiencing the best of the Hawke’s Bay countryside on a self-guided e-bike tour that's ideal for cruise ship passengers stopping in Napier. Riding an e-bike helps you cover more miles using less energy, while this self-guided option lets you explore at your own pace. Choose between two routes of different lengths; whichever trail you take, you’re guaranteed stunning ocean and vineyard views as you pedal.

Don't waste your limited time at shore trying to figure out transit or activities. Combine wine, coastal scenery, and local history into just half a day with this small-group shore excursion. First, admire the Art Deco architecture of Napier and learn about the impact of the 1931 earthquake. Then, visit two premium wine estates in Hawke's Bay for included tastings.

Explore the best of Napier’s wine and craft beer scene on this small-group tour designed for both cruise ship passengers and land-based visitors. Visit either two Hawke's Bay wineries or one winery and a craft brewery for samples at each destination. This tour also includes a stop in Napier’s Art Deco center as well as pickup and drop-off from Napier Port or your accommodation, for added convenience.

Tour Napier’s distinctive Art Deco heritage in style on this vintage car tour of the city. You’ll feel like you’ve been transported back to the 1930s as you drive past some of the city’s must-see buildings in a vintage Packard car. Your local guide will tell you all about the earthquake of 1931 and the Art Deco architecture that emerged afterwards, so you can just relax in the back seat.

Join Prinsy’s for a relaxed half-day trip through beautiful scenery when touring the Hawke’s Bay’s wineries when you join our tour with hotel pickup. Sample wines at up to four internationally recognised wineries, enjoy a complimentary cheeseboard, and learn to translate winemaking jargon into plain English. This half-day tour offers a personal experience with a small group of travelers, leaving you free to enjoy the region’s celebrated wines without planning hassles.

This tour is designed exclusively for cruise ship passengers who want to make the most of their short time ashore. You’ll enjoy personalised attention from a passionate local guide who shares not just facts, but the hidden stories and unique character of Napier. You’ll experience Napier’s Art Deco beauty, vibrant street art, and Māori culture. From the impressive Ātea a Rangi Star Compass to the charming Ahuriri fishing village, every stop has been carefully chosen to give you a true taste of Hawke’s Bay. The tour ends with an indulgent moment – premium Hawke’s Bay wines and a platter in an iconic Art Deco building, just minutes from the port. Relax, connect, and savour the flavours of one of the Great Wine Capitals of the World before returning to your ship. We guarantee you will be back on time. If you want a shore excursion that goes beyond the typical highlights to offer authentic local experiences, cultural insights, and personal comfort, this is the perfect choice for you.

Cruise ship passengers who want an active adventure while on land will love this white-water rafting expedition from Napier. The rapids are an easy class II, so even first-timers and older kids can join in. Admire the views of the native bush, listen to birdsong, and even go for a swim in the gentle river if you like. Photos of your trip will be provided after.

If you’re short on time in Napier but want to see—and taste—its highlights, join a half-day small-group tour to make the most of it. This guided tour is especially designed for cruise ship passengers. Visit renowned Hawkes Bay vineyards, Art Deco buildings, the rocky wave of Te Mata Peak, and more. Fuel up on wine, cheese, and crackers, too.

Instead of just setting out to explore the natural landscapes and landmarks near Napier, combine the trip with a culinary experience on this half-day small-group minivan tour. Listen to facts about the region from your driver-guide that most guidebooks miss before dining on a range of authentic snacks, from Te Mata figs to locally-sourced honey.

Enjoy an afternoon wine tour through some of Hawkes Bay's vineyards, including New Zealand's oldest winery, Mission Estate. Visit four top wineries for tastings paired with complimentary wine, cheese, and biscuits, and stop at a local chocolatier. Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle with hotel pickup and drop-off included for a relaxed experience. The small-group size of the tour means you get personalized attention and the chance to ask questions.

Taste local wines at three top Napier-area wineries without having to drive yourself or pick a sober driver on this small-group tour. While many wine tours are just a couple of hours, this tour provides a full day of indulgence. Refuel with a gourmet chef’s platter for lunch at one winery. Explore a range of varietals produced in the North Island’s premier wine region and receive a souvenir wine glass.

We start your tour with the centenary gardens and waterfall then up to the Bluff hill lookout where we look down on the port and Northern parts of Napier. out along the Marine parade pointing out the highlights of this area. we now drive out through the orchards and farmland of the TukiTuki Valley and get to see the animals and get that scenic photo, onto Havelock north and up Te Mata Peak, 360 degree views and 400 meters above sea level. down again to the Arataki Honey Visitor centre for the bee displays and tasting up to 12 unique honey flavors. next to the Figgery where we lean about the fig's and taste some of the products available. now back to Napier for some retail therapy if time is permitting.