Great Escape Self-Guided Scenic Cycle Winery Tour from Napier Discount Tickets

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Overview

Experience Hawke's Bay on this scenic 28km (17 mile) cycle ride. The route follows beautiful coastal bike trail. Visit Atea A Rangi Star Compass and enjoy wildlife in the estuary wetlands. The trail turns inland along Tukituki River valley vineyards. You can visit up to 4 wineries. Enjoy local cuisine, wine tasting or a glass of wine before our shuttle comes to take you back to Napier. This is a self-guided bike ride, you'll be provided map with directions and highlights. The route is 28km (17 mile) long and almost all cycle trail. Hospitality venues: Askerne Wines- open Mon-Sun Craggy Range - open Mon-Sun (requires 5km detour, booking essential) Te Mata Estate - open Mon-Sun Black Barn - open Mon-Sun Return shuttle departs Black Barn at 4pm. Booking wine tasting and lunch is recommended, especially on weekends. E-bike sizes XXS–XL, for heights 140 - 200cm

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Our store is located on Marine Parade - across from the Napier iSite Visitors Information Centre. CRUISE SHIP PASSENGERS: All passengers are transported on free shuttle buses to the Napier i-SITE Visitor Information Centre.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Napier City Bike Hire & Tours
The start point of your ride, and where you will return to with our shuttle bus
2. Napier
Start you tour in the Art Deco buzz of Napier
3. Hawke's Bay Trails
Enjoy the scenic cycle trails
4. Atea A Rangi
The Ātea a Rangi, or "the celestial star compass," is set in restored wetlands in historically significant area. It's based on a fascinating tool used in traditional Pacific navigation. It embodies the knowledge of the stars, winds, and ocean currents, guiding navigators across vast ocean distances.
Duration: 15 mins
5. Tukituki River
Picturesque vineyards along the Tukituki River cycle trail
6. Askerne Vineyards
Cellar door open Monday to Sunday 10-5pm Wine tasting, picnic lunch
Duration: 60 mins
7. Craggy Range
Requires 5km detour over a hill. Cellar door and restaurant, open Monday - Sunday 10-5pm. Bookings are essential, no walk-ins.
Duration: 60 mins
8. Te Mata Estate Winery & Vineyards
Cellar door, wine tasting only. Open Monday-Sunday 10-5pm (Sunday 11-4pm)
Duration: 60 mins
9. Black Barn Vineyards
Cellar door open Monday - Sunday 10-4pm. Wine tasting, platters. Restaurant open Thursday - Sunday 12-3pm
Duration: 60 mins

Inclusion

Return shuttle to Napier from Black Barn winery at 4pm

Mechanical back up for hassle free experience

Map with route instructions and highlights

Bicycle use

Helmet, bag, bike lock

Exclusion

Food and drinks

Wine tasting fees ($10-$20pp tasting fee which is generally refundable if you purchase wine)

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

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

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Specialized infant seats are available

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

At time of booking, cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name and arrival time

All rider heights must be advised at time of booking

Children must be accompanied by an adult

Most wineries charge a $15pp tasting fee which is refundable if you purchase wine

Opening hours and days of the wineries do vary - please check with us at time of booking

Minimum age is 1 year

Not recommended for people who cannot ride bikes

Supplied by Napier City Bike Hire & Tours

Reviews

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Based on 77 reviews

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