Description
Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.
What you will visit:
Local Home Visit
Nestled in the quintessential Hawke's Bay countryside is a lovely private residence owned by local resident Hamish Prins and his wife Diane. You'll be welcomed to visit their home and beautifully landscaped garden, called Horsford Downs. Light refreshments are served in this park-like setting, and there will be time to wander around the garden and adjoining organic orchard.
Hawke's Bay Wineries
New Zealand's oldest wine region is famed for its microclimates and gravelly soils. Visit some of the region's acclaimed wineries. Long noted for Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, Hawke's Bay wineries have been winning laurels for their Bordeaux varietals.
What you will see along the way:
Gaze out the window as you drive through the picturesque Hawke's Bay countryside to a boutique winery, then through the Puketapu and Dartmoor countryside, where you'll view the horticulture, farming, and wine growing regions. On your return, travel back to Napier via Taradale, with spectacular views of the Heretaunga Plains and the Hawke's Bay coastline. Keep your eyes peeled for the immense, 18-foot-tall wood carving sculpted by chainsaw.
Photo Opportunity:
Point your lens on a historic local church while learning its history and significance to the local community.
Snack:
Refresh during your day with morning tea at a private residence. Sip tea, coffee and juice, and nibble on fresh fruit and some treats.
Special Notes:
Must be 18 years to consume alcohol. Bring cash or credit cards for additional purchases; wine purchased ashore will be will be collected at the gangway for safe keeping and will be returned to you on the last day of your cruise.Tour timeline may vary to avoid overcrowding, etc.
Depart from ship and travel to Moana Winery
- Transport type:
- Air Conditioned Motorcoach
- Transport Capacity:
- 40
- Travel time:
- 00:45
- Time at site:
- 00:45
- Inside visit:
- Yes
- Air conditioned:
- Yes
- Walking distance:
- 100
- Wheelchair accessible:
- Yes
- Restroom available:
- Yes
- Shopping available:
- Yes
- Photo/video opportunity:
- Yes
Depart from Moana Winery to historic church
- Transport type:
- Air Conditioned Motorcoach
- Transport Capacity:
- 40
- Travel time:
- 00:10
- Time at site:
- 00:20
- Inside visit:
- Yes
- Walking distance:
- 100
- Photo/video opportunity:
- Yes
Depart historic church for Horsford Downs
- Transport type:
- Air Conditioned Motorcoach
- Transport Capacity:
- 40
- Travel time:
- 00:30
- Time at site:
- 00:45
- Inside visit:
- Yes
- Walking distance:
- 50
- Wheelchair accessible:
- Yes
- Restroom available:
- Yes
- Photo/video opportunity:
- Yes
Re-board your motorcoach and return to your ship
- Transport type:
- Air Conditioned Motorcoach
- Transport Capacity:
- 40
- Travel time:
- 01:15
- Photo/video opportunity:
- Yes