Hawke's Bay Historic Wineries Tour
Step back in time on our Hawke’s Bay Historic Wineries Tour. Visit Mission Estate, New Zealand’s oldest winery, founded by French missionaries in 1851, and taste elegant wines while exploring the beautifully preserved seminary and cellars.
Drive through historic Taradale, lined with charming villas and early settler cottages that tell the story of Hawke’s Bay’s wine pioneers.
When available, visit Church Road Winery, established in 1897 by Tom McDonald, father of New Zealand’s fine reds.
Finish with panoramic views from Sugar Loaf Reserve overlooking Napier Hill and the iconic vineyards.
Not your average wine tour — experience the heritage in every glass!
- Visit Mission Estate, New Zealand’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 vineyards and countryside
- Expert guide offering rich historical context
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Hawke's Bay Historic Wineries Tour
Pickup included
What's included in Hawke's Bay Historic Wineries Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Mission Estate Winery
Step back in time, this tour visits the remarkable Mission Estate New Zealands oldest vineyard & winery, established in 1851 by French missionaries. Learn the rich history and explore the historical buildings gaining insight into the pioneering spirit that helped shape Hawke’s Bay’s winemaking legacy—all while enjoying a tasting of the Estates expertly crafted wines. From there, the journey unfolds through the region’s most scenic wine country, with stops at a selection of handpicked wineries nestled among rolling hills and vineyard-lined valleys. Along the way, your guide will share stories of the land, the people, and the evolution of Hawke’s Bay as a world-class wine destination. We finish the day with a final tasting at one of Hawke’s Bay’s most picturesque winery settings.
Inclusions
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Snacks
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Service animals allowed
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- 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
Please arrive at the pick up point 20 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
The vehicle used for your tour will pick you up at your pickup location. The vehicle is marked 'Mates Travel' and is easy to spot upon arrival. The vehicle with the Guide will arrive no later than 5 minutes before the tour starts. Your guide will pick you up at the lobby/entrance to your pick-up location if they are unable to find a park right outside.
Meeting / End Points
- You will find the National Aquarium along Marine Parade in Napier. Your guide will be waiting for you next to the vehicle that will take you on your tour. The Vehicle will be marked 'Mates Travel' and will be parked at the meeting point at least 5 minutes before departure.
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