Hawke’s Bay Biking and Wine Tour
Cycle picturesque trails, indulge in wine, and enjoy the stunning scenery.
Lifetime Deposit
Self-Guided
Hawke’s Bay Biking and Wine Tour Overview
The Hawke’s Bay Biking and Wine Tour is a wine lover's dream! Embark on this self-guided cycling tour through New Zealand’s coastal landscape adorned with dozens of wineries and indulge in local wine and culinary delights at cellar doors.
Experience multiple days of serene cycling on off-road paths, allowing you to rediscover your bond with nature. Enjoy the freedom to pedal at your own pace, savour local wines and delve into the captivating history of Hawke's Bay along the way.
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Trip highlights
Indulge in a wine tasting at Elephant Hill and Clearview Estate.
Experience scenic cycling on the safe, Hawkes Bay Cycling Trails.
Explore historic cellar doors like The Mission Estate, Church Rd Winery, and Moana Park.
Reconnect with nature while cycling through the coastal landscapes.
Day By Day Itinerary
Arrive into Napier and enjoy your first gourmet dinner and overnight at the lovely ocean front Crown Hotel. Napier is a stunning, restored Art Deco town well-worth exploring.
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Napier
- Distance:
- None
- Meals:
- None
Cycle Napier to Havelock North via the Cape Coast. Today’s route is stunningly scenic and includes a number of wineries.
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Havelock North
- Distance:
- 50km
- Meals:
- Lunch, dinner
Today you’ll cycle from Havelock North to Taradale via the famous Gimblett Gravels Wineries – the highlight of the tour. There’s much to enjoy as you spend time exploring the wonderful cellar doors of the area. A special winery lunch is included. The iconic Puketapu Pub is the perfect stop for refreshments before the easy 10 km cycle on the Puketapu Loop trail. Overnight Taradale.
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Taradale
- Distance:
- 45km
- Meals:
- Lunch, dinner
Cycle from Taradale to Ahuriri on the gorgeous Estuary Trail & Bay View with two incredible winery visits at the famed Church Rd Winery and New Zealand’s oldest winery, The Mission Estate where lunch is included. After indulging, take the coastal path from Bay View to Westshore beach back to Napier. Overnight back at the Crown Hotel. Restaurant dinner is included tonight.
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Napier
- Distance:
- 30km
- Meals:
- Lunch, dinner
Enjoy a cooked breakfast before making arrangements for your onward journey.
- Overnight Location:
- None
- Distance:
- None
- Meals:
- None
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Inclusions
Included
- 3 gourmet winery lunches and 3 two-course restaurant meals are included. Wine tastings are included too.
- Accommodations for 4 nights are included.
- Daily luggage transfers are included, however, you will be in charge of any other transportation.
- Hire of quality hybrid/MTB style bike with 24/27 gears, bottle holders, carry bags
- On call support throughout
- Environmentally friendly cycling water bottle
- Lightweight fair-trade made cycling t-shirt
- Printed itinerary with marked maps and directions
Not included
- Getting to and from Nelson
- Any flights
- Meals not mentioned as included
- Travel insurance
- Visas if required
- Personal equipment
- Fees not mentioned as included
- Guide services
Optional Extras
- Extra nights in before or after the tour
- Single room upgrades
Non-Standard Cancellation
- Cancellations 65 days or more prior to tour start date: Your deposit will be held by 10Adventures with terms of the Lifetime Deposit Promotion as listed above, and all other payments will be refunded.
- Cancellations between 34 and 64 days prior to tour start date: 50% cancellation fee. If full payment received, any amount over the 50% cancellation fee will be returned.
- Cancellations between 0 and 33 days prior to tour start date: 100% cancellation fee.
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FAQ
We rate the difficulty of this tour as a 2 / 5. There are a total of 4 days of cycling, with more than 80% using the off road, easy Hawkes Bay trails.
Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.
Self-guided travelling is not difficult! For many, it is a preferred type of travel, since you are in charge of your own time and pace. You are provided with all the information you’ll need to follow the route each day and often have access to phone support or other kinds of assistance. However, self-guided travelling requires good navigation skills and those who don’t feel confident in unknown places should consider booking guided tours.
3 gourmet winery lunches and 3 two-course restaurant meals are included. Wine tastings are included too.
Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover biking. Get your travel insurance.
You can fly to Hawke's Bay Airport (Napier Airport, NPE) from any major airport in New Zealand. Alternatively, you can drive to Napier by car or car (about 5-6 hours from Auckland or 4-5 hours from Wellington.
Yes, the tour material is in English.
The tour ends where it starts, in Napier.
The bike rental is already included in the package.
Yes. If you bring your own bike, it should be a bike suitable for itinerary demands.
Check with your family doctor.
Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.
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