Historic Wineries Tour
Step back in time on our Hawke’s Bay Historic Wineries Tour and taste elegant wines while exploring the beautifully preserved buildings and cellar.
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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!

Not just another tour...
When you book this tour with Mates Travel.
Wine Tastings
Authentic Behind-the-scenes Look
Iconic & Stunning Views
Learn Local History
What you can experience
  • Pick up and drop off from Napier
  • Comfortable transport with a friendly local guide
  • Visit Mission Estate, NZ’s oldest winery
  • Explore historic cellars and buildings
  • Two guided tastings of premium Hawke’s Bay wines in unforgettable settings
  • Learn the region’s winemaking history
  • Travel through scenic countryside
  • Expert guide offering rich historical context
$258.00
Itinerary
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Pickup in Napier
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Visit Mission Estate, NZ’s oldest winery
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Visit Church Road Winery Cellar Door
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Experience sweeping views up Bluff Hill Lookout
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Drop off back in Napier
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Historic Wineries Tour
Step back in time on our Hawke’s Bay Historic Wineries Tour and taste elegant wines while exploring the beautifully preserved buildings and cellar.
1
Wine Tastings
Authentic Behind-the-scenes Look
Iconic & Stunning Views
Book Tour
FREE cancellation up to 24 hours before departure.
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$258.00
What to Expect
When you book a tour with Mates Travel
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Book via our trusted provider Rezdy
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You’ll receive a confirmation email
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Sit back and enjoy the tour
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What’s Included
Everything arranged so you can simply enjoy the journey.
Alcoholic Beverages
Private transportation
Bottled water
Additional Information
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Service animals allowed
  • Stroller accessible
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 18 travelers
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