SHORE EXCURSIONS
The best days ashore.
The 9 most popular napier tours for cruise passengers. The trips worth your hours ashore, what each one runs, who operates it and how to be back before all-aboard.
Easy grade 2 white-water rafting on the Mohaka River near Napier, with culture stories, a homemade lunch, and cruise-friendly timing.
Most Popular“Rafting was very fun. The guide, Deon, was very entertaining. We floated for 2 hours and were treated to a lovely lunch at his home by his wife. I especially liked they provided us with all the equipment we needed.”
Half-day Napier and Hawke’s Bay shore tour with Art Deco stories, Bluff Hill views, two premium winery tastings, plus extra stops.
“Another couple from the cruise ship joined us for the tour, and we all had a great time. Anil is an excellent tour guide. He communicates well, uses the microphone effectively, and is funny. Every stop was good, but I especially appreciated the Read more”
Napier’s Art Deco highlights in a short, shore-friendly scenic tour with photo stops, ocean views, and live commentary from local guides.
“Very informative and entertaining. Mark did a great job of pointing out interesting sights and landmarks. Added a lot of personal notes and observations.”
A 4-hour Hawke’s Bay and Napier shore tour with port pickup, Art Deco streets, honey tastings, and big views from Te Mata Peak.
“Review: Our tour guide Roy, was exceptional! He expertly navigated us through the charming city, showcasing Napier’s rich Art Deco architecture and sharing fascinating historical anecdotes. His passion for the city was infectious, making thRead more”
4-hour Napier Art Deco and Hawke’s Bay overview with honey, lookouts, Te Mata Peak views, and Hastings orchards for cruise-ready value.
“Our guide was amazing, she was very knowledgeable. She gave us very detailed information about the local area. She brought honey to taste and told us most interesting facts about it. The facts about kiwi plants and their cultivation was very interesting. The whole trip was enjoyable and memorable.”
Self-guided e-bike ride from Napier to Hawke’s Bay wineries on cycle paths, with gear provided and flexible, optional tasting stops.
“The vendor was very nice and helpful and the equipment was great. However, the route to the winery was very complicated and we were afraid after experiencing the wine we would never make it back in time for our cruise departurRead more”
Napier Art Deco and wine shore excursion from the port: earthquake stories, Church Road or Mission Estate tastings, plus beer and cider.
“A very nice overview of the Napier area with a tasting of beer & ciders at the end. The town happen to be celebrating Art Deco Days which made getting around tougher, but was worth it to see everyone dressed up in 1930s attire, classic cars, airplane show.”
A 4-hour small-group shore excursion in Napier with Art Deco sights, Te Mata Peak views, and an easy ride between Napier and Hastings.
“Have a boat trip is good on picton. and food provide is sufficient. Good experience on the Picton.Easy to access to the tour.”
Napier Art Deco tour with port pickup: Marine Parade, Bluff Hill lookout, and the National Tobacco Building in a small-group mini-bus.
“We saw places we wouldn’t have otherwise seen, and appreciated hearing the link between Napier’s history and the town’s art deco theme. The tour is spent mostly on a mini bus.”
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