Top Napier Private Sightseeing Tours

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.

Travel over New Zealand's largest privately owned wildlife sanctuary, learn about a working farm, local history, legends and the geology of the area. Stop at lookout point with spectacular views. Be within a few feet of the remarkable gannet birds with stunning golden crowns where 20,000 gannets nest - its the largest accessible mainland colony in the world.

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.

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 Private Experience

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.

Join Prinsy’s for a relaxed half-day trip through beautiful scenery when touring Hawke’s Bay wineries with hotel pickup. Sample wines at four internationally recognised wineries, enjoy a complimentary cheeseboard lunch, 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.

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.

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

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.

Go further, see more, explore beautiful Hawke’s Bay by bike! You will have a great range of our pathway bikes available for you to explore some or all of 200km of flat, off-road cycle trails or the quiet country roads. You will have one of the brilliant bikes for a day, a lot of time for you to explore the wonderful Napier area. Enjoy with safety, this tour provides helmet, lock, map, handlebar bag and mechanical backup.

Cruise ship travelers short on time on land can still experience the best of the Napier area on this half-day shore excursion. Travel on an Art Deco-style bus with large windows and a rear viewing deck. Drive past many of the city’s most attractive Art Deco buildings and stop at Silky Oak Chocolate Company for coffee and gelato. Cruise along Marine Parade and other scenic areas while enjoying live commentary.

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. E-bike sizes XXS–XL, for heights 140 - 200cm

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.

Start your day with leisurely walking tour along Marine Parade, Napiers scenic waterfront. Along the way, you will pass notable landmarks such as the famous Pania of the Reef statue and the iconic Soundshell and Veronica Sunbay. For an optional adventure, take a hike up to the bluff Hill Lookout, offering panoramic views of Napier and the Pacific Ocean. Next, explore Napiers Art Deco Quarter, renowned for its intricate architecture, geometric shapes, and vibrant colors. Learn about the 1931 earthquake that shaped the city is design as you visit iconic buildings like the T&G Building, Daily Telegraph Building, and the Napier Municipal Theatre. End your tour with a visit to the National Aquarium of New Zealand where you will get to see saltwater, freshwater, and land animal exhibits from around the world and of course Aoteoroa.

The Icons Tour is a flagship private wine experience - an exclusive journey to three of Hawke's Bay's most celebrated wineries. Over approximately five hours, you'll be taken in a luxury vehicle to three of the region's most iconic wineries, with hotel pickup and drop-off included. This isn't a standard tasting circuit - the Icons Tour gives you privileged access to the wines that put Hawke's Bay on the world map: think Trinity Hill's cult Homage Syrah, Craggy Range's celebrated Sofia, and other benchmark bottles such as Te Mata Estate's Coleraine. The exact wineries and wines are tailored to your palate and your recommendations, so every tour is curated around love. Midway through the day, relax over a luxury cheeseboard platter. For guests who want it, this can also include a stop at Te Mata Peak - Hawke's Bay's other true "icon" . The Icons Tour is Hawkes Bay at its most exclusive: the finest wines, the finest settings, and a day built entirely around you.

Let Tailored Travel Hawkes Bay take you on a discovery of the beauty, flavour and hospitality of Hawke’s Bay on a full day wine tour showcasing three of the region’s award-winning wineries. Set among rolling vineyards, striking landscapes and world-class cellar doors, this experience blends premium wine tasting with local food, relaxed luxury and the unmistakable charm of New Zealand’s oldest wine region.

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.