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

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US$155.30 per guest

Adult x2

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Earliest available date: July 22, 2026

Free cancellation (24 hours notice)

For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Summary

Experience Details

What You’ll Experience

Where to Meet

Reviews

Location

Napier

Duration

3 hours 30 minutes

Number of Guests

2 - 12 guests

Accessibility

Stroller Accessible

Language

English

Other

Vegetarian, Pet-friendly, Private Experience

Digital Ticket

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Discover Hawke's Bay's rich history and robust flavors. Visit New Zealand’s oldest winery, enjoy guided tastings, explore historic sites, and savor scenic views on this immersive wine tour.

For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

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 story of Hawke’s Bay’s wine pioneers.

Next, we will visit Church Road Winery, est in 1897 by Tom McDonald, father of NZ’s fine reds.

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.

Experience the heritage in every glass!

- Visit Mission Estate, NZ’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 countryside

- Expert guide offering rich historical context

* To request Alternative start times or tour customisations

- Book on our Mates Travel website.

What You Get

Private transportation

Bottled water

Alcoholic beverages

Alcoholic Beverages

Good To Know

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Service animals allowed

What You’ll Experience

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.

1 hourAdmission Ticket Free

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 the families and events that built Hawke’s Bay into New Zealand’s premier wine region.

30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

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.

1 hourAdmission Ticket Free

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.

30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Meeting & Pickup

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Pickup Details

We will meet you at your chosen pick-up location. The driver guide will hold a sign with your name and tour name written on it. We will be at the meeting point no later than 5 minutes before the tour starts. * To request Alternative start times or tour customisations - Book on our Mates Travel website. This tour requires a minimum number of guests to operate. If minimum numbers are not met, the tour may be rescheduled or cancelled. In that case, we’ll contact you with alternative dates, tours or offer a full refund.

Cancellation Policy
Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund.
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Reviews

4.8

based on 6 reviews

(TripAdvisor)

Napier and Hawke's Bay wineries tour

April 16, 2026

Our guide picked us up in Napier and told us about the earthquake that destroyed much of the town in 1931 causing it to be rebuilt in the Art Deco style of the time. He drove us to the Te Mata Esta...read more

(Viator)

Dave was informative and...

March 03, 2026

Dave was informative and good value. Knowledgeable Craggy was a fabulous location and set up. Also great at making tea for my wife who doesn’t drink wine and was suffering from a cold. Thanks Dave

(Viator)

Wine tour of Napier

March 02, 2026

Fabulous Dave was an excellent guide he gave some excellent information about Napier And answered all our questions a great tour thank you!

(Viator)

Awesome tour

January 28, 2026

Booked as a private tour. Just the 2 of us. We had full control over itinerary and timing. Our guide Dave with Mates Travel was outstanding. Welcoming, knowledgeable, friendly and flexible. Ask for...read more

(Viator)

😆 Tour

January 22, 2026

Excellent guide, great knowledgeable tour of the area. Would recommend to all. Wine tour very good. Some nice wines

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