A great day out exploring all that Napier and the surrounding Hawkes Bay region has to offer. This very popular minibus tour includes fantastic scenery, wine tasting, a chocolate factory, Te Mata Peak, Arataki Honey Visitor Centre, beautiful Birdwoods Gallery, and of course the world-famous Art Deco City of Napier. Small-group tour by minibus (max 12 passengers) in air-conditioned comfort with a friendly, knowledgeable local driver/guide to show you all the highlights of Napier and the surrounding areas.
Cruise Napier's world-famous Art Deco City as we share with you the tragic story of destruction by earthquake in 1931 and subsequent rebuild of the city as the Art Deco Capital of the world, Visit Bluff Hill Lookout for spectacular views see the Port of Napier from above and take in the stunning colors and features of Hawke’s Bay. Drive through the historic fishing port of Ahuriri - see the famous National Tobacco Co building, Cruise by the Art Deco houses in Napier's Marewa suburb, you will enjoy the wine tasting at the Mission Estate - New Zealand's oldest working winery and sample the finest chocolate at Silky Oak Chocolate Co and after cruise into beautiful open countryside taking in rivers, estuaries, and open farmland.
Drive-up Te Mata Peak for exceptional scenic views (subject to weather and traffic conditions) then you will explore the visitor center at the largest beekeeping business in the Southern Hemisphere - includes honey tasting and a live bee wall. Can you find the queen bee? after you'll return to central Napier