Hawke's Bay Historic Wineries Tour - Featuring NZ oldest Winery
★4.8(6)
Starting from 153.59 USD
Duration: 3h 30m
Confirmation: INSTANT
Free cancellation available
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
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What's included
Private transportation
Bottled water
Alcoholic Beverages
Air-conditioned vehicle
Important information
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
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
More than 1 days before departure: 100% refundable
1-0 days before departure: 0% refundable
Experience may be cancelled in bad weather.
Experience may be cancelled if minimum traveler count is not reached.