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Book NowIn addition to hearing from earthquake survivors, you'll learn about the history of the city and how it was rebuilt after the devastating earthquake in 1931.
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Book NowThis afternoon tour of the Hawkes Valley wine area from Napier will help you fine-tune your enjoyment for New Zealand wine. Discover New Zealand's oldest winery on a tour and tasting at a number of locations. During the warmer months, enjoy wine cheese and biscuits in the vineyards of the Linden Estate after wandering around the vineyards.
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Book NowWith over 30 years of river expertise and stories from maori elders going back 33 generations, we are the only company to provide this wonderful excursion into our own backyard (or so). Regardless of the route, passengers return to their cruise ships in plenty of time for their next port of call.
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Book NowOn a half-day beach excursion, you'll visit Napier's Art Deco architecture and the wineries of the Hawkes Bay region. You may begin by touring the city of Napier and a quaint Art Deco neighborhood, and then visit two vineyards that have quite distinct approaches to making Napier-grown wine. It's the perfect way to complete a tour of the Hawkes Bay region with a selection of ciders and beers at the last stop.
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Book NowOn a half-day tour of Napier's wine and beer, you'll visit three vineyards and a popular local ale pub. Learn about winemaking procedures on a full tour and then visit a wine museum constructed within subterranean wine fermentation tanks at each of the wineries on the itinerary. There will be three glasses of cider or beer at an ale pub in Napier's historic center to end the small-group tour, and transportation will be provided back to Napier's central city.
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Book NowTake a small party to visit three or four vineyards in Napier, New Zealand. In addition to a glass of wine and a chef's plate lunch at the Mission Estate Winery, this six-hour trip also includes visits to the Church Road Winery (during the winter season) and the Urban Winery, where you may partake in optional craft beer tastings. Wine, cheese, and crackers are the perfect way to end the evening.
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Book NowIt's the most popular one on our schedule. Before continuing interior, this journey follows the coast of Napier and ends at Te Mata Peak, where you'll be able to take in breathtaking views of Te Mata Valley and the Havelock North Ranges. After crossing the river, you'll pass the Craggy Range winery and enter Havelock North, where you'll begin the thrilling 400-meter climb to the summit of the Peak, where you'll be rewarded with stunning 360-degree views of Hawkes Bay and, on a clear day, views of the volcano Ruapehu!. When it comes to commemorating a particular occasion, a V8 trike ride up a mountain is a terrific option. Passengers on cruise ships cannot take this excursion.
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Book NowOn this trip, you'll get to see the best of the Hawkes Bay, from the art deco districts of Napier to the breathtaking views from Te Mata peak, which your guides love to show their friends and family. On this trip, you'll see what makes the Bay Area so special to the residents and learn why they love it so much in a single day.
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Book NowThis small-group trip takes you on a tour of the sunny Hawkes Bay while also providing an opportunity to sample some of the area's highly renowned wines. On this trip, you'll be escorted to several Hawkes Bay vineyards where you may taste as many wines as you like without having to worry about finding a sober driver. Your guide will teach you how to decipher winemaking jargon so that you may enjoy wine tasting like an expert. Take use of the minivan's air conditioning as you travel between wineries.
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Book NowOn this self-guided beautiful bike trip to coastal vineyards, skip the tour bus and take control of your own itinerary. Visit three wineries along the stunning Hawke's Bay shoreline while cycling along coastal roads and a bike path. You won't have to worry about riding a bike while drinking wine because the vineyards are all towards the conclusion of the course. Shuttles carry you back to Napier when your winery trips are finished. If there is an additional shuttle, the pick-up time from Elephant Hill is 4pm.
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Book NowExplore the best of Napier and its surroundings on Deco City Discoverer's Napier Tour, which travels along the coast, through farmland and through Art Deco's capital city. The Celestial Star Compass, Silky Oak Chocolate Company, the historic Mission Estate, and the National Tobacco building are just some of the stops you'll make along the journey (photo stop) With its huge windows, roomy interior, and rear observation deck, our Art Deco bus is one of a kind. It's perfect for taking in the sights or simply taking in the fresh air and sunshine. Our knowledgeable chauffeurs are Napier natives who can provide you with a wealth of knowledge about the city.
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Book NowOne of New Zealand's most innovative wine-making and fruit-growing districts, Napier is a tiny but dynamic beachfront city. This small group trip is led by a local driver who will ensure that you arrive back at the dock comfortable and happy with fond memories of this attractive art-deco influenced city and its rural surroundings. Get out and see it all.
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Book NowStep off your cruise ship in Napier, New Zealand, and you'll be transported back to the heyday of the 1930s. Immerse yourself in the colorful city’s outstanding art deco architecture and learn about its earth-shaking past on this half-day tour that includes visits to two internationally-renowned vineyards and beer samples at the locally famous Speight’s Ale House.
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Book NowWhen your ship docks, take a free shuttle to Napier Aquarium, where you'll meet your guide for a 3-hour tour of the CBD and its environs. Highlights of this guided beach tour include the Ahuriri Marina's sailing boats, the picturesque Esk Valley's orchards, and sweeping vistas of Hawke's Bay. Enjoy complementary wine, cheese, and crackers with your visit to my beautiful garden.
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Book NowIf you're planning a trip to the Hawke's Bay vineyards, consider doing so on two wheels. Explore more than 10 miles (16 kilometers) of gorgeous, bike-friendly routes, stopping at some of the region's greatest wineries, along the way on this unique tour. You don't have to tote wine bottles around on a bicycle if you use a wine purchase pick-up service.
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Book NowVisit four well-known Hawke's Bay wineries for prime samples, Devonshire Tea, and a platter lunch while taking in the gorgeous drive. Visit Napier, New Zealand's most famous Art Deco city, before making your way south down the coast to the Waitangi Regional Park. Birdwoods Gallery Cafe is located in the scenic Tuki Tuki River Valley. The Birdwoods Gallery Cafe serves Devonshire Tea while you stroll through the grounds and appreciate the artwork. Before returning to Napier through Ahuriri Wetlands and New Zealand's most prominent wine growing region, the Gimblett Gravels, sample award-winning wines.
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Book NowSome of New Zealand's best wines are produced in the Hawke's Bay wine area, but it is also noted for its beer and cider offerings. In this half-day trip, you'll visit New Zealand's oldest winery, a boutique vineyard, and an ale and cider house where you'll be able to try many different sorts of beer and cider.
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Book NowThe art deco buildings of Napier are well-known, yet few people know the tales behind them. Your guide will share these stories with you as you travel around the city's Art Deco Quarter on a full walking tour. New tourists may acquire a feel for the city's core and discover some of its hidden gems throughout their time here.
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Book NowSeveral of the region's vineyards, beaches, and scenic lookouts are within bicycle distance of the city center of Napier in the Hawke's Bay region. With this full-day bicycle rental package, you can skip the tour buses and minivans and embark on your own trip. Bicycles come with all of the necessary equipment, including as helmets and locks as well as maps and mechanical support. Everything else is up to you and your group, including where you travel, what you see, and when you get there.
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Book NowTake a break from the throng on your cruise ship and explore the city of Napier on this half-day trip. With a private guide, you won't have to worry about other tourists slowing you down or hurrying you while you explore the city's art deco landmarks and unique boutiques. Visit a variety of local vineyards and try the wines cultivated and produced along the coast.
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Book NowTake a stroll through Napier's art deco architecture in the early evening. Learn about Napier's culture and history as you stroll the city center after the sun has gone down and the promenade is deserted. On this self-guided tour, you'll learn about the individuals who helped develop the city and the structures they left behind.
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Book NowInstead of relying on tourist guides to tell you where to go and what to see, take advantage of this walking tour to get to know Napier's downtown and learn about the history of the city's distinctive art deco buildings. On this personalized tour, you'll be able to ask your guide any questions you may have about the city's Art Deco Quarter, and they'll be able to answer them.
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Book NowOur vintage Black London Taxi Limo will take you through Art Deco Napier and the neighboring districts in style. Up to five people can be accommodated at a time. Four is the ideal number. To make you feel like royalty, there's even a Red Carpet. We provide a three-hour tour of Napier and the surrounding area. We may add sites of interest, wineries, and food stops, as well as scenic drives with stunning vistas, to this bespoke trip according to your preferences. The length of the tour may be tailored to fit your schedule and preferences. Arrangements can be made for further visits, tastings, and pictures. You may also take use of our limousine and shuttle services for any event, as well as airport transportation. In order to provide a "All Inclusive" tour for our customers, we do not include food, beverages, or tasting costs.
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Book NowThis 2.5-hour Art Deco-focused tour in Napier will delight short-term visitors who don't want to miss out on the city's cultural gems. Tour the National Tobacco Building and hear about Napier's fascinating past with a small group of fellow tourists on this tour of the city's architectural highlights. Visit a winery in the North Island's prime wine-making area as well.
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What are guided tours?
Guided tours are all-inclusive group travel experiences often guided by a local travel guide and follow a set agenda for a particular tourist attraction or local activity. Several sightseeing guided tours, skip-the-line tickets for major tourist destinations, group day/night trips, food and wine tastings, and even airport transfers are available.
Should I use guided tours on my vacations?
Explore and experience your destination like a local.
Take in everything there is to offer! To get the most out of your vacation, research for guided tours ahead of time and while you’re there. Get a feel for where you’re going by spending time with the locals. Go in search of precious gems that have been buried!
Avoid scams and pay better prices
Pay the best price possible! It is common to be ripped by unscrupulous local tour agents. Book your guided tours ahead of time
I have a tight budget, can I still buy a guided tour?
Whatever your budget, there is almost certainly a guided tour for you among the huge range available.
Save time, and Get the most out of your trip.
Finding local tours in your destination is a waste of your precious vacation time.
When you have a tour plan, you know exactly what you’re going to do each day, so you don’t have to worry about any disappointment.
Check reviews before buying a guided tour
Spoilt for choice and can’t decide which tour to go on? If you want to know which activities are better for you, look at the reviews from people.
No risk to you. Free cancellation
For the majority of guided tours, you can change your mind and cancel your ticket without incurring any fees up to 24 hours before the activity’s start date. This is really beneficial if your travel plans change at the last minute.
Meet people all over the world, make new friends on your next vacation
Your guided tours are a great way to meet new people from all over the world.
Types of guided tours available for your vacation
Depending upon the city you are taking a trip to, there are just about any guide tours and activities for everyone. There are outdoor guided trips, water activities, Nature routes, Music celebrations, Local food tours, Workshops and Classes, Arts Performances, Hidden Gems expedition, beer or white wine drinking and tasting trips, exclusive television & Movies tours, romantic couple trips, kids’ activities, tours to Parks and Gardens, Island exploration tours, check out famous landmarks, Museum guided trips and tickets, Airport transfer services, Memorials for you to explore to under the local culture and history, go up Towers & viewing platforms to get a birds-eye view of the landscape, shopping tours, theaters and concert halls, stop by ports and harbors, sightseeing cruise, bikes for leasing, helicopter rides, ferry tickets, Jeep and SUV for rental, luxury yacht services and sailboat rental.