Private tour in Napier City John H
up to 6 people
5 hours
Private transportation
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John H.
My name is John and along with my wife Margaret, we proudly own and operate a well established,...
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Hawkes Bay boasts the best Wine in New Zealand. Located in the middle of the Wine region of Hawkes Bay is the world famous 'Gimblett Gravels'. On this fantastic and informative Hawkes Bay Wine Tour, you learn what makes this slice of N. Z 'great' for wines. •You will visit 4 completely different Wineries spread across the area. This tour includes boutique Wineries. • The Oldest Winery in New Zealand • The third oldest Winery in New Zealand • 2 smaller boutique Wineries • A drive through the famous Gimblett Gravels • This is an informative Wine Experience Tour, not just tasting many different varieties but learning how and why the world loves our Hawkes Bay Wines. • There is much more to New Zealand Wines than Sauvignon Blanc, think Red Wine, Bordeaux styles, both full and soft Chardonnay varieties, and so much more. • As you travel from Winery to Winery on the day you will be updated on the next Winery's history. The actual tastings will be conducted by a professional staff member at each Winery visited.
After our meet and greet when I collect you, we will drive to the furthermost Winery first. • This is a drive through the 'Triangle" then the 'Gimblett Gravels'. The meaning and reasons for these names will be explained on the day. • You will firstly learn about what makes a Wine region a 'great' region. How to produce a 'great vine' and of course I will ensure that you know the terminology used by the cellar door staff on the day, and how to get the very best from your tasting experience - learn to taste • Your first boutique Winery is set on the world famous 'Gimblett Gravels' and one of the very original producers. • In total three of your Wineries will be Boutique, • The final Winery on your tour will be the oldest Winery in New Zealand. • You can make as many photos stops as required along the way, and why not when you are driving through picture perfect Vineyards. • All tastings and a platter included. I am one of the longest operating tour guides in the area (20 years in 2024).
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All tours are conducted in Government approved mini coaches with certified Local drivers. All coaches have speaker systems and you will receive a full commentary as the tour progresses. Coaches are all modern, clean, air-condition and well suited for the tours we undertake. We will always meet and exceed Covid-19 health and Safety requirements.
Airport: ,Cruise: ,ByGuide: Pick Up Location: All Tourists will be picked up from their allocated location within central Napier - other locations by arrangement for a small fee. Due to Covid, port authorities request that we collect outside the Port area. Board the free shuttle and we will be at the final shuttle stop. Generally Cruise passengers are to meet at the National Aquarium. We will be waiting for you with your name on a sign board. If you shuttle just makes one stop, we will know and meet you there with our signage.
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Book with a 20% deposit!
Size:
up to 6 people
Duration:
5 hours
Transportation:
Private transportation
1
Book with a 20% deposit!
Size:
up to 6 people
Duration:
5 hours
Transportation:
Private transportation
1
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