Top Napier Private and Luxury

Start your day with an easygoing walking tour around Napier’s Art Deco Quarter. Visit some of Napier’s iconic art deco buildings and hear from your guide about the people and events that shaped them. If you’ve just arrived in Napier, this is a great opportunity to get your bearings and see a different side of the city’s distinct architecture.

Enjoy visiting sunny Hawke’s Bay’s wineries without the risk of self-driving on a half-day small-group tour with door-to-door hotel pickup. Visit up to four internationally recognised wineries with all tastings and a cheeseboard included. Enjoy plain-English wine explanations and sample the region’s well-regarded wines while enjoying views of the beautiful countryside. The small group size means you get plenty of attention, can ask questions, and stay comfortable in the vehicle.

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.

See and experience Napier’s 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 up Te Mata Peak by road for sweeping views of Hawkes Bay. The tour also includes a visit to Hastings, awarded NZ's best town, with drives through orchards and vineyards explaining the fruit industry.

Cover more ground without the hassle of navigating unfamiliar roads on your own and visit four Napier wineries on this half-day Hawke’s Bay tour. Explore New Zealand food and wine, enjoying tastings at each destination, as you visit the largest wine-producing region in the North Island. Tour with a small group for more personal service and learn about the local wine history and production from your guide.

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.

Biking is a great way to get active and enjoy Hawke’s Bay’s environment while indulging in wine at some of the area’s finest wineries. After being matched with your cycle gear, transfer to the starting point, then set out on a self-guided tour along 10 miles (16 kilometers) of scenic trails. Stop to sample wine along the way (own cost) before a late-afternoon transfer back to Napier.

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. You’ll 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.

Travelers short on time in Napier who don’t want to miss the city’s cultural treasures will love this 2.5-hour Art Deco-focused tour. With a small group of travelers you’ll visit many of the city’s architectural treasures, including the National Tobacco Building, while learning about Napier’s dramatic history.

Make the most of a short time on land on this comprehensive tour of Napier’s highlights. Tour the Art Deco city in an Art Deco bus, with large windows and a viewing deck at the back where you can get great photos. Listen to live commentary as you drive around the city, spotting landmarks and stopping at the beautiful Art Deco National Tobacco building, the Mission Estate winery, and more.

Cycle through the countryside of Hawke’s Bay on a self-guided e-bike tour that's ideal for cruise ship passengers stopping in Napier. Riding an electric bike helps you cover more miles using less energy, while this self-guided option lets you explore at your own pace. You can choose from two routes of different lengths, but whichever trail you take, you can guarantee stunning views of the Pacific Ocean, rivers, and orchards as you pedal on a dedicated cycle path.

Combine Napier’s Art Deco architecture with Hawkes Bay wine on a half-day, small-group shore excursion that includes tastings at two wineries. Start by exploring Napier and an attractive Art Deco suburb, then visit two wine estates for tastings with stops at Bluff Hill and Napier Reef Garden in between. This is a great way to explore the area without the struggle of navigating the area on your own.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Experience Hawke's Bay on this scenic 28km (17 mile) cycle ride. The route follows beautiful coastal bike trail. Visit Atea A Rangi Star Compass and enjoy wildlife in the estuary wetlands. The trail turns inland along Tukituki River valley vineyards. You can visit up to 4 wineries. Enjoy local cuisine, wine tasting or a glass of wine before our shuttle comes to take you back to Napier. This is a self-guided bike ride, you'll be provided map with directions and highlights. The route is 28km (17 mile) long and almost all cycle trail. Hospitality venues: Askerne Wines- open Mon-Sun Craggy Range - open Mon-Sun (requires 5km detour, booking essential) Te Mata Estate - open Mon-Sun Black Barn - open Mon-Sun Return shuttle departs Black Barn at 4pm. Booking wine tasting and lunch is recommended, especially on weekends.

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.

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.

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

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