Hawke's Bay Historic Wineries Tour - Featuring NZ oldest Winery

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| Napier, New Zealand

Features

Free Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Instant ticket delivery

Mobile Ticket

Pickup available

Duration

3.5 hours

Wheelchair accessible

Audio guide

Live guide

Private transportation
Bottled water
Alcoholic Beverages
Air-conditioned vehicle
Air-conditioned vehicle

Mobile or paper ticket accepted
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

Step back in time on our Hawke’s Bay Historic Wineries Tour. Visit Mission Estate, NZ’s oldest winery, founded by French missionaries in 1851, and taste elegant wines while exploring the beautifully preserved building and cellar.

Drive through historic Taradale, lined with charming villas and early settler cottages that tell the...

Duration 3 Hours and 30 Minutes
Group Tour
Max 18 people in the group

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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...
- Duration 1 Hour•
- No Admission Ticket Required
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Napier
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. As we journey through historic Taradale, you’ll see charming villas and early cottages that once housed vineyard workers who shaped the region’s winemaking story. Hear about...
- Duration 30 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required

Church Road Winery Cellar Door

Our next stop is Church Road Winery, established in 1897 by Tom McDonald, a pioneer of fine New Zealand reds. You’ll experience their heritage-listed cellar and taste award-winning wines in a setting steeped in history.

Duration 1 Hour•
No Admission Ticket Required

Bluff Hill Lookout

To finish, we’ll take you up to Bluff Hill Lookout for sweeping views over Napier Port, the Pacific Ocean, and Napier’s Art Deco skyline — a breathtaking vantage point to reflect on the region’s landscape, history, and enduring wine legacy.