Top Napier Culinary Tours

Get a comprehensive introduction to Napier wine by visiting four very different wineries for tastings, from the oldest winery in New Zealand to newer establishments with fresh takes on local flavors. You’ll sample wines at each stop, then see a wine museum that’s built into former wine fermentation tanks, with traces of the wine-making process still evident on the walls. This tour is limited to 11 people for a fun and personal experience, and it includes round-trip transport from hotels in Napier city.

Travel with a small group to three or four separate wineries in Napier. This 6-hour tour introduces you to a range of varietals including a glass of wine and chef's platter lunch at the Mission Estate Winery, followed by Church Road Winery (during the winter season), Urban Winery including optional craft beer tasting. Finish with wine, cheese, and crackers out amongst the vines.

Taste your way through the wine and cheese of four Hawkes Bay cellar doors. Sit back and relax on your wine tour in a fully restored 1970 Retro Kombi Van while your guide provides you with commentary on the wine and region. Snap photos of the unique Hawkes Bay scenery between sips.

Visit some of Hawkes Bay’s finest wineries without having to drive yourself on this easy day tour from Napier. Learn more about Napier’s culture and history as you drive through the city. Then, visit three top wineries in the North Island’s premier wine-making region. You can choose to eat, drink, or both, as you can pay for tastings and food on the day.

Drive through Napier City and discover how the region recovered from the 1931 earthquake. Wander through the expansive gardens and admire the art while enjoying a bite to eat and a refreshing drink at Birdwood's Gallery/Café. Visit Craggy Range and taste their current release wines alongside their Prestige Collection wine, Sophia and take in the views of the spectacular Te Mata Peak, while enjoying a delicious Craggy Range Artisanal Platter. On our way to our next winery, Elephant Hill we will travel along the picturesque Tuki Tuki River Valley enjoying river views, homesteads, orchards, and vineyards. Stylish, warm & inviting Elephant Hill is just the spot to relax & enjoy a tasting of their current release wines whilst taking in the incredible views over the vineyard & Pacific Ocean. Tasting Fees Elephant Hill $20pp Craggy Range $35pp Birdwoods Café and Gallery have a range of beverage and food options available. Winery Platter payable direct on the day.