Hawkes Bay Scenic Tour
The 6-hour tour overviews the region, highlighting art deco, orchids, vineyards, sheep farming, cattle farming, deer farming, and so much more. Spectacular rural drive and views. The history of the area, including the 1931 earthquake, is illustrated with the aid of a photo book. You will start your day learning what art deco actually is, so you know what to look out for in terms of the unique art deco found here in Napier and Hastings cities. You will visit a lovely "off-track" scenic lookout that looks out over the city of Napier, Hawkes Bay, Cape Kidnappers, and Te Mata Peak. Next, it is off through the area you have just seen along the coast, a hidden valley, and to Te Mata Peak. You will then also visit the largest honey producer in the Southern Hemisphere. You will have time for a short lunch at a cafe in the Hastings area, then back to Napier for a wine tasting before finishing back in Napier by driving through a lovingly kept art deco housing suburb.
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Hawkes Bay Scenic Tour
Pickup included
What's included in Hawkes Bay Scenic Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Napier Art Deco Buildings
You will see many magnificent examples of original 1931 Art Deco buildings, around the city and into the suburbs. Hastings City included.
Arataki Honey Visitor Centre
See bee working through a glass wall. Taste many types of Honey including the world famous Manuka Honey
Te Mata Park
See 360 degree views across the entire region, yes a full circle of view.
Inclusions
- New Zealand law states that one must be 18 years of age to consume alcoholic drinks. Under 25 years olds must be prepared to produce suitable photo ID.
- Lunch
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Additional Information
Free pickup from any Napier accommodation provider. We collect from outside of Napier, however a small fee to cover costs will apply. Please ask when booking.
Meeting / End Points
- The National Aquarium. Please wait outside the Cafe beside the front entrance to the aquarium.
