Cruise Ship Visitors
Napier cruise ship tours
(Minimum of 8 people)
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Napier sits on the coast of the province of Hawke’s Bay and enjoys one of the highest counts of annual sunshine hours in the country. Our Napier cruise excursions are designed specifically for cruise visitors who want to make the most of their time in Hawke’s Bay. We meet you at the port, operate to ship schedules and provide small‑group tours that showcase the region’s finest experiences.
We have group tour options, for a minimum group of 8 people, to showcase why iconic Art Deco Napier City is one of the most popular holiday destinations in New Zealand. Our region is experienced best with our group tours, specifically created for cruise ship visitors who want to enjoy an authentic Hawke’s Bay experience during their scheduled stay.
During your Napier port-of-call, take the opportunity for a scenic escape into the beautiful vineyards and orchard laden countryside with views from the top of legendary Te Mata Peak (conditions apply) or a shorter guided tour around the elegant and historic city of Napier itself.
Let us organise a tour specifically for your group to enjoy the best of Napier and Hawke’s Bay.
1-Hour Essence of Napier Tour
(1 hour with Hop-on & Hop-off)
Experience Napier from the comfort of a Bay Tours luxury 16-seater van, taking in the city’s famous Art Deco architecture, Marine Parade vistas, Mission Estate Scenery, Ahuriri waterfront, views to Cape Kidnappers and the beautiful landscapes of Hawke’s Bay.
Our 1 hour Essence of Napier Tour is an easy and enjoyable way to see the highlights of Napier with the freedom to explore along the way with a Hop-on and Hop-off option at the Mission Estate Winery or Ahuriri Old Port Precinct. With informative English-language commentary throughout, you will discover the city’s history, architecture and local characters.
Wine Tour
(up to 3 hours)
Hawke’s Bay has always welcomed domestic & international tourists with open arms.
Having been named New Zealand’s only “Great Wine Capital of the World”, let us showcase some of the very best award-winning wineries that have put Napier and Hawkes Bay on the world wine map. Experience a local’s look at some of the region’s best wineries.
Country, Coast, and City Tour
(up to 3.5 hours)
Discover the best of Hawke’s Bay on this scenic journey through picturesque countryside, apple orchards, vineyards and farmland, with stunning views of the Craggy Range. Enjoy breathtaking 360-degree panoramas from 399-metre Te Mata Peak, followed by a visit to Arataki Honey Centre to sample New Zealand’s famous Manuka honey. Explore Hastings’ distinctive Art Deco architecture before returning to Napier via historic Ahuriri, the port and the iconic National Tobacco Company building. Discover Napier’s remarkable Art Deco heritage and learn about the devastating 1931 earthquake that reshaped the region.
I would like to thank you for your massive part in making the Harapaki Opening event a success, we could not have done it without you!
As you are very aware the geographical location makes the likes of transporting guests and site tours complex, and we absolutely appreciated your professionalism cooperation and patience with mitigating this risk.
We are very grateful to you and your lovely team.
Raewyn
- Meridian Energy – Harapaki Wind Farm Project
We recently chartered 2 buses for our staff Christmas function that was being held approx. 35 minutes out of town. Glen, who arranged all the boxing details for us was very easy to work with and responded to queries quickly, tolerated our changes with a smile and was overall very helpful. Our two drivers Brian and Robbie were very accommodating and great value on the night. Thanks for all your help, we will no doubt use you again in the future.
- G Sue
From start to finish this trip was totally excellent. The driver who picked us up shared his knowledge of the area, and noted points of interest for us. First course at St Georges winery – light, balanced entree with matching wines – superb. Then on to the views from the stunning Te Mata Peak. Allowed us to get a better idea of the whole region.
- Helen W
Just wanted to say we had a great experience with Murray as our driver last night… we used your service for us to get to six60 and we highly recommend and use your service again
- Mel Taylor
This was a highlight of our trip. Rowan was a knowledgeable and enjoyable tour guide. We loved that he gave us so much history (and trivia) about NZ as he drove us around. He even took us to the top of Te Mata right at sunset to show us views of the city and take some pictures. We are still talking about the food we ate and the wine we drank!
- Elise B
“Organised a half day private wine tour for friends. Christine our driver made this trip an exceptional experience that everyone enjoyed. Organising was very easy and everything on the day was just perfect. Highly recommend!”
- Shelley C
Trip Advisor – 5 star average rating and Qualmark – Gold Award recipient
It’s clear to see that our dedicated and passionate team are consistently providing a unique and excellent Hawkes Bay and Napier limousine tour experience. Check out our TripAdvisor page, and let the glowing reviews speak for themselves.
Your Questions, Answered
Frequently Asked Questions
Whether you’re planning an airport transfer, private tour, corporate event or transport for a larger group, we’re here to make the journey simple. Here are a few of the questions we’re asked most often.
Still have questions?
Can you customise an itinerary?
Certainly. We specialise in creating customised itineraries tailored to your group’s interests, timeframe and budget. Guided tours with commentary can be arranged, or we can simply provide transport if you already have your own guide.
What types of transport do you offer?
Our fleet includes luxury sedans, Mercedes-Benz Sprinters, minibuses and coaches seating from 2 to 53 passengers, suitable for airport transfers, corporate events, school groups, weddings, cruise ship excursions, sports teams and extended tours.
How do I make a booking?
You can book by phone, email, through our website, or by completing our online enquiry form. We’ll provide a personalised quotation based on your requirements.
