Historical Tours in Napier
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From NZD 225Shore Excursion: Scenic Rafting from Napier
We are unique in that we offer this beautiful trip into our back yard with history from guides with over 30 years experience on the river and stories from maori elders going back 33 generations (or so). Also we pride ourselves on our homemade light lunch and the fact we can pick up from the ship. All trips get clients back onto the cruiseships well before departure.
From NZD 120Shore excursion: Napier-Premium Wineries & Sights /Art deco tour
This 4.0 hour shore excursion covers everything the Hawke's Bay region is famous for; Napier sight seeing, Napier's Art Deco and Hawkes Bay Wines! You will visit 2 famous Wineries then discover why Napier is the Art Deco Capital of the World. This is an all inclusive tour.. includes entrance fees, all tastings fees, This tour is operated by a 20 year "local veteran" of Napier tours. A tour to remember for a very long time. Enquire now, seats are strictly limited and only available as pre-booked.
From NZD 99Shore Excursion: 4-Hour Discover Hawkes Bay and Napier Tour
Enjoy a fantastic sightseeing tour of this very unique part of New Zealand. Showcasing the very best the Region has to offer. Drive through river valleys, stopping close to the top of the highest drive-able lookout in the region. Drive through Sheep, Cattle and Deer farming areas. See Orchards, Vineyards, Market Gardens, stopping frequently for photographs as you travel. Enjoy honey tasting, including the world famous Manuka Honey. Finally learn the history of Napier and discover Napier's Art Deco delights. This tour is operated by a 19 year local veteran of Napier tours. A tour to remember for a very long time. Enquire now, seats are strictly limited and only available as pre-booked. NO sales on the day.
From NZD 220Scenic Te Mata Peak Tour by Supertrike
*All cruise tours depart from the National Aquarium - please see note below* This scenic tour will depart Napier, following the coastline before heading inland to follow the beautiful Tukituki River with stunning views across the valley and the Havelock North hills to Te Mata Peak. You will then cross the river, heading past Craggy Range winery and into Havelock North before starting the exhilarating climb, almost 400m, to the top of the Peak with spectacular, 360-degree panoramic views of Hawkes Bay and on a clear day as far as the volcanic Ruapehu! Climbing a mountain on a V8 trike can be an experience to remember, great for celebrating birthdays or that special occasion. We spend approximately 20 mins at the Peak before heading back down through the orchards and vineyards. Napier does not have a cruise passenger terminal so all passengers a required to hop on the free shuttles into the city, the second stop is the National Aquarium which is where our cruise tours depart from.
From NZD 140Napier Sightseeing/ Art deco + Premium Winery tasting Tour
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.
From NZD 33Guided 10am Morning Art Deco Walk From Napier Art Deco Trust
Discover the fascinating story of Napier’s heritage on this easy walking tour. Check in for the walk, watch a 20- minute film about the earthquake then take an hours walk around the city centre to see the Art Deco architecture. Some tours may run 10 minutes later on busy days so allow up to approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes for the total tour time.
From NZD 130Small group - Napier City & Art Deco Tour, 2 hours
This 2-hour Napier Art Deco Tour will allow you to take in all the main Art Deco components this unique City has to offer. On this tour you will learn about Napier's history including the huge earthquake of 1931 and enjoy driving through many of the Art Deco areas including local suburbs, such as Ahuriri the home of the National Tobacco Building and Marewa where you will drive through a very lovingly kept and dozens of original 1930's Art Deco homes. This is a one of a kind tour.
From NZD 33Guided 2pm Afternoon Art Deco Walk from Napier Art Deco Trust
The most complete Art Deco tour of Napier, this guided walk begins at the Art Deco Centre with an audio visual introduction from your local guide. Your tour will take you through the Art Deco precinct and viewing building exteriors. Individual headsets and earpieces will be provided so you will be able to hear your guide clearly.
From NZD 255Hawke's Bay Historic Wineries Tour - Featuring NZ oldest Winery
Step back in time on our Hawke’s Bay Historic Wineries Tour. Visit Mission Estate, NZ’s oldest winery, founded by French missionaries in 1851, and taste elegant wines while exploring the beautifully preserved building and cellar. Drive through historic Taradale, lined with charming villas and early settler cottages that tell the story of Hawke’s Bay’s wine pioneers. Next, we will visit Church Road Winery, est in 1897 by Tom McDonald, father of NZ’s fine reds. To finish, we’ll take you up to Bluff Hill Lookout for sweeping views over Napier Port, the Pacific Ocean, and Napier’s Art Deco skyline. Experience the heritage in every glass! - Visit Mission Estate, NZ’s oldest winery - Explore historic cellars and buildings - Guided tastings of premium Hawke’s Bay wines - Learn the region’s winemaking history - Travel through scenic countryside - Expert guide offering rich historical context * To request Alternative start times or tour customisations - Book on our Mates Travel website.