Napier Cruise Ship Shore Excursion – Private Tour
The Napier Cruise Ship Private Tour focuses on the special features that make Napier such a unique and wondrous place to visit and explore.
All Tours Hosted By Don Bird. Read His Outstanding Reviews On Trip Advisor
NAPIER CRUISE SHIP SHORE EXCURSION – PRIVATE TOUR
The Napier cruise ship tour focuses on the special features that make Napier such a unique and wondrous place to visit and explore. On this tour, you will discover the great Art Deco history of Napier, visit some iconic wineries for tasting and be amazed at breathtaking views while experiencing a Hawke’s Bay lifestyle farm.
Napier Cruise Tours are hosted exclusively by Don Bird from ‘The Winemaker’s Tour’. See Don’s outstanding tour reviews here. He is a third generation Hawke’s Bay winemaker with 40 years experience in the wine industry, and wife, Roslyn Bird, is a fourth generation Hawke’s Bay farmer. Roslyn and Don are extremely passionate and proud of their region and delight in sharing their knowledge and experiences with others.
OUR PERSONAL GUARANTEE
We personally guarantee to return you in time for your sailing. Our Ultimate Small Group Tour will be an amazing experience every minute you are ashore. Our itinerary is suitable for almost every ship visiting Napier, our unique part of New Zealand. We understand that every vessel has a different amount of Port time and we do make that time work for you as the visitor.
As a general rule, we will cover this tour as indicated. Should there be any changes in your ships arrival and/or departure times, we will make all necessary adjustments to the itinerary to ensure you get to experience as close to what is promised to you as possible on the day, and you are back on board in plenty of time for sailing. Pick up and drop off at Napier Aquarium, which is the second stop on the free shuttle bus from the ship into Napier.
JAN & MIKE STRANGER, BC, CANADA
Don’s knowledge of the process of winemaking is outstanding. His understanding of the Hawke’s Bay and Esk Valley regions is thorough and his hospitality is exemplary.
KATHARINE, AUCKLAND
We were fortunate enough to spend a whole day with Don. He imparted his knowledge and passion for Hawkes Bay wines to us throughout the day. His friendliness and humour made us feel welcome and we felt privileged to be in his company. We will fondly remember our tour and highly recommend Don as a host.
HILARY & JOHN, UK
Now that’s what I call a wine tour! As owners of a small UK vineyard and previous visitors to Hawke’s Bay, we were looking for something that gave us more than a group tour. From the moment Don picked us up in the morning, until the moment we said a somewhat reluctant farewell at the end of the day, we were shown so much more – he really ‘knows his stuff’!!!
DAVID & TRISH SCHISCHKA, AUCKLAN
Don identified what we were looking for and created a day tour to meet our specific needs. Don put together a unique harmony of wine education, access to restricted vineyard areas, wonderful lunch with a blind tasting, local history and sightseeing. A truly educational and memorable experience. Well worth it, highly recommend, do it!
JANET, UK
A friend and I had a private tour with Don — we visited two wineries (one where the tasting experience included five wines) and we enjoyed drives through the beautiful countryside enjoying the experience of seeing NewZealand’s varied landscape as well as a pleasurable tea break at Don’s home. Don is a wonderful tour guide and host who enjoys taking his guests wherever they want to go and from whom much can be learned both about winemaking and about New Zealand.
MARTHA, AUSTRALIA
About the tour
PRICE $1200 per luxury air-conditioned van (11 people in group = $109pp)
Duration: Maximum 6 hours (depending on time available on shore)
Group size: Maximum 11 people per van (larger groups can be accommodated by arrangement)
Price: $1200 per luxury air-conditioned van (11 people in group = $109pp)
Note: This tour would also suit land-based visitors to Napier
FEATURES OF THE ULTIMATE SMALL GROUP TOUR IN NAPIER.
• Drive through Napier and experience the charming Art Deco and Spanish Mission architecture and the influence of the 1931 earthquake.
• Travel north along the coast to the beautiful Esk Valley via the vibrant seaside village of Ahuriri. Learn about the historic Maori settlement and the changes that the 1931 earthquake brought about.
• Visit ‘The Grange’, your host’s farm with amazing rural, coastal and city views. Stroll around Roslyn’s beautiful country garden. Enjoy feeding the sheep and other animals as we introduce you to New Zealand life style farming.
• Taste wine amongst the vines, in your host’s Esk Valley vineyard, while Don explains the meaning and importance of ‘Terroir’ and its contribution to wine quality. The red wine was produced from grapes harvested from this vineyard.
• Drive up to an Esk Valley Hills lookout that challenges Te Mata Peak for Hawke’s Bay’s highest and most majestic 360 degree views. Gaze over the farms, vineyards and pristine orchards on the valley floor.
• Visit two of Hawkes Bay’s iconic wineries:
– Church Road Winery is one of the oldest wineries in New Zealand. Their journey started with a young Tom McDonald whose passion for wine saw him forge both a remarkable legacy and enviable future for Hawke’s Bay winemaking and Church Road Winery. Today, their current Chief Winemaker Chris Scott continues this dedication to creating exceptional wines, combining traditional winemaking practices coupled with innovative techniques.
– Mission Estate Winery was established in 1851 by pioneering French Missionaries. It is New Zealand’s oldest winery and the birth place of New Zealand wine. Mission Estate Cellar Door is housed in an elegantly restored seminary building, offering visitors sweeping views of the vineyards and the coast beyond.
• At each of these two wineries you will be treated to a private wine tasting hosted by Don, a winemaker with 40 years experience in the industry. The tastings will include Reserve quality wines showcasing the best of Hawke’s Bay.
• NOTE: This cour can be customised to suit the guests’ interests. Some suggestions for you to see and do in Napier:
— Artisan Food Producers
— Great Views, Historic Homes and Beautiful Garden Visits
— Craft Breweries and Cider Producers
• We personally guarantee to return you in time for your sailing.
Bookings
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Please select your preferred tour type & date, we will
get in touch with you as soon as possible.
CONTACT DON & ROSLYN
If you have any questions about any of their tours, Don and Roslyn would warmly welcome them. You can book online above using the form or contact them directly using the numbers and email address below. They look forward to meeting you and sharing their passion for Hawke’s Bay.
Hawke’s Bay, New Zealand
Mobile: +64 276072396
Mobile: +64 272815738
Mobile: +64 276072396
Email : bookings@thewinemakerstour.nz