Hawkes Bay - Scenic, luncheon, wine Tour

The 6-hour tour overviews the region, highlighting art deco, orchids, vineyards, sheep farming, cattle farming, deer farming, and so much more. Spectacular rural drive and views. The history of the area, including the 1931 earthquake, is illustrated with the aid of a photo book.  You will start your day learning what art deco actually is, so you know what to look out for in terms of the unique art deco found here in Napier and Hastings cities. You will visit a lovely "off-track" scenic lookout that looks out over the city of Napier, Hawkes Bay, Cape Kidnappers, and Te Mata Peak. Next, it is off through the area you have just seen along the coast, a hidden valley, and to Te Mata Peak. You will then also visit the largest honey producer in the Southern Hemisphere. You will have time for a short lunch at a cafe in the Hastings area, then back to Napier for a wine tasting before finishing back in Napier by driving through a lovingly kept art deco housing suburb.

Itinerary

1. You will see many magnificent examples of original 1931 Art Deco buildings, around the city and into the suburbs. Hastings City included. (2h 0min) Admission included
2. See bee working through a glass wall. Taste many types of Honey including the world famous Manuka Honey (30 min) Admission included
3. See 360 degree views across the entire region, yes a full circle of view. (30 min) Admission included
4. Drive through to see both Art Deco and Spanish Mission styed buildings. Tour time 2 hours (2h 0min)
5. Here at the Mission Estate Winery, you will enjoy a seated wine tasting session presented by the winery staff. (1h 0min) Admission included

Meeting & end point