Spend 5.5 hours immersing yourself in the rich beverage culture of Hawkes Bay. From vineyard walks and winery tastings to artisan ciders and craft ales, this tour offers an intimate taste of Napier’s finest drinks.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
5–5.5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; includes some walking during vineyard tours
Wildlife
History
Hawke's Bay has a long history of viticulture dating back to the late 19th century, making it one of New Zealand’s oldest wine regions.
Conservation
Local producers emphasize sustainable viticulture practices to preserve soil and water quality amid growing tourism.
Hawkes Bay Scenic Tours Ltd
Spend 5.5 hours immersing yourself in the rich beverage culture of Hawkes Bay. From vineyard walks and winery tastings to artisan ciders and craft ales, this tour offers an intimate taste of Napier’s finest drinks.
Hawkes Bay Scenic Tours Ltd is a Napier-based tour operator offering guided sightseeing and tasting experiences across Hawke's Bay. The company specializes in Art Deco walking and driving tours, winery visits, and combined beer, cider and gin tastings tailored for both short-stay visitors and day-trippers. Highlights from their itinerary include visits to Napier’s signature Art Deco architecture, exploration of suburbs such as Ahuriri and Marewa with original 1930s homes, and a stop at Mission Estate, New Zealand’s oldest winery.
Tours range from 2.5-hour Napier Art Deco and sightseeing options to half-day and full-day winery and scenic tours. Wine-focused products include multi-winery tastings and a Half-Day Hawke's Bay Winery Tour that visits four internationally recognised wineries with tastings and souvenir items. Beverage-focused options include combined beer, wine, cider and gin tours and a 5.5-hour Napier Wine, Beer & Cider Tour featuring two wineries, a cider house and an ale house.
The operator also runs small-group shore excursions tailored for cruise passengers, with local guides leading combined Art Deco and tasting experiences. Door-to-door service and a stated emphasis on safety and convenient transportation are part of specific offerings. Hawkes Bay Scenic Tours Ltd bases its itineraries on local history, regional producers and accessible group experiences, providing reliable, experience-focused tours for visitors to Napier and Hawke’s Bay.
Tours Offered
7
Curated day and half-day trips
Wineries Visited
4 (half-day)
Half-Day tour visits four wineries
Tour Durations
2.5–6 hrs
Short tours to half-day options
Shore Excursions
Available
Small-group shore pickup offered
Reserve a guided Art Deco tour, winery tasting or shore excursion — secure small-group space and reliable pickup for an unforgettable visit.
Plan Your Pickup Location
Confirm your Napier accommodation or meeting spot clearly since the tour includes free pickup within Napier.
Pace Your Tastings
With multiple tastings over 5.5 hours, drink responsibly to fully enjoy each stop and avoid early fatigue.
Bring Weather-Appropriate Clothing
Wear layers suitable for changing outdoor conditions, especially for the vineyard walk portion.
Minimum Legal Drinking Age
Participants must be 18 or older and carry valid ID for alcohol tastings under New Zealand law.
Comfortable Walking Shoes
Recommended for walking through vineyards and winery grounds with uneven surfaces.
Weather-Appropriate Layers
Prepare for changing temperatures and possible rain during outdoor portions.
spring|summer|fall|winter
Reusable Water Bottle
Staying hydrated is important throughout the tasting tour.
Valid Government-Issued ID
Required by law to participate in alcoholic tastings.