Hawke's Bay Wine tours & vacations

The best way to get around Hawke's Bay is either by car or joining a tour.

While it is possible to explore the area using public transport, this can limit your options when it comes to which wineries you can visit and how long you can stay at each one as this depends on the bus timetable.

Many rural wineries cannot be reached by public transport. 

Any time is a good time to visit Hawke’s Bay. This pretty wine-growing region is one of the sunniest places in New Zealand and can get delightfully warm in summer. Don't be surprised if you walk around Napier in shorts and a T-shirt.

The weather can get crisp in winter, but temperatures seldom drop below 5°C. Autumn brings the colour of the leaves changing from green to red and gold, and spring is perfect for strolling and cycling. 

Clothes you can layer work best if you're travelling around Hawke's Bay.

It can be quite warm in the middle of the day, even in winter.

Pack a jumper or jacket, wet weather gear, sunscreen, a hat and a beanie.

Comfortable shoes are also a must for walking through the vineyards and strolling around Napier. 

Hawke's Bay is a rural destination so people tend to dress casually.

Smart casual is normal at most restaurants, aside from the signature ones in Napier where locals dress up for a 'night on the town'. 

There is good Wi-Fi coverage throughout most of Hawke's Bay aside from a few rural areas where the signal can be weak. 

Yes, there is good mobile coverage throughout most of Hawke's Bay aside from a few rural areas where the signal can be weak. 

We believe travel should be accessible to everyone. Although some destinations and itineraries may be more accessible than others, we'll do our best to accommodate your needs, make reasonable adjustments where possible or guide you toward the most suitable trips. Get in touch with our friendly adventure consultants to chat about your options.

Our Tailor-Made team can also help you plan a customised trip just for you.