Hawke's Bay Region tours, things to do and tickets

Join talented and knowledgeable guides on a journey along one of New Zealand's most scenic drives. All guides have unique and insightful stories to share, and spill the secrets of their beautiful backyard as you travel through lush rainforest, glacier carved valleys, alpine lookouts and much more. Enjoy spectacular short walks and incredible photo stops before arriving at the main event, magical Milford Sound. On arrival at Milford Sound, board a modern and spacious catamaran exploration of the region’s most famous fiord. As the boat travels the length of the fiord to the Tasman Sea, the welcoming crew will share what they know about their place, its wildlife, waterfalls, and fascinating history. Enjoy complimentary lunch before joining the crew for a dance in the spray of pure glacial melt as the boat noses close Stirling Falls for a refreshing finale!

You are guaranteed a window seat with unimpaired views as you fly this incredible route to and from Milford Sound through a landscape of unbelievable grandeur and beauty. Encounter real mountain flying and marvel at the most remarkable snow-capped mountains and glaciers onboard our fixed-wing aircraft. Your knowledgeable, highly skilled local pilot providing interesting and informative commentary. Flying across the Southern Alps, out to the West Coast and the Tasman Sea before flying through the Fiord itself to land in Milford Sound. Once in Milford, your pilot will accompany you to the boat terminal. Discover the natural wonders of Milford Sound aboard your cruise vessel with open-air viewing decks, a perfect location for some wildlife spotting. The Fiord is home to fur seal colonies, penguins, and dolphins, who love playing in the wake of the boat. You will cruise the length of the Fiord out to the Tasman Sea with a pass under Sterling Falls on the return.

Fly from Queenstown to Milford Sound and enjoy a spectacular view of the mountains, lakes and waterfalls of Fiordland National Park. Surrounded by some of the most magnificent scenery in the world, you’ll board your cruise and travel the length of the fiord out to Tasman Sea. Complete your journey with an unforgettable flight over the dramatic Southern Alps back to Queenstown.

Globally award-winning Altitude Tours presents the Twilight Wine & Craft Beer Tour — an afternoon where the choice is yours. Designed for the young-at-heart and anyone curious about local winemaking and brewing, this lively experience visits three cellar door and brewery locations across Gibbston and Arthurs Point. At each stop, choose between wine or craft beer tastings, making it perfect for couples, friends, or solo travellers with different tastes. You’ll be hosted by passionate cellar door staff and your knowledgeable local guide. The tour wraps up with shared antipasto platters at the last stop before returning to Queenstown around 7pm — just in time for dinner plans or some more drinks out in the Queenstown town.

Raft the gentle upper reaches of the Shotover River on this half-day trip through Skippers Canyon. You'll drive from Queenstown through a former gold-mining region and learn about this significant part of New Zealand's history. The Class I and II rapids are suitable for ages three years old and up.

Come and experience the original Hop on Hop off Wine & Beer tour at the lowest price guaranteed. Maximum of 8 travellers per group unless otherwise agreed. Experience the best of both worlds with a day of wine and beer tastings at some of Central Otago’s best-hidden breweries, wineries and eateries. Our knowledgeable drivers will ensure an enjoyable day out with fantastic commentary along the way to both educate and entertain. If you’re not a drinker then there is still plenty on offer with a fantastic range of other activities such as jet boating, bungy jumping, ten pin bowling not to mention all the amazing food to be sampled. • Hop-on Hop-off Wine Tour in Queenstown, Gibbston Valley, Arrowtown and more • Great way to go wine tasting without a car or designated driver .Choice of a half-day afternoon or full-day ticket • Flexibility to customize your itinerary to your own preferences • The bus goes every 45 min approximately to each stop (Maps are provided)

The Otago Central Rail Trail is the Original Great Ride in New Zealand's burgeoning Cycle Trails Network. This particular section of the trail is the most spectacular - it also suits travelers on a short time frame and a high level of fitness is not required.

Saddle up on this very unique horse trekking experience, just 20 minutes from Wanaka. The half-day High Country Pub horse trek takes you up into the beautiful mountains of Cardrona Valley allowing breath taking views of the surrounding Pisa and Crown Ranges and Cardrona Ski Area. No riding experience is necessary as all tuition is provided, however if you want to cut loose there are many chances for trotting and cantering on this ride and a stopover at the historic Cardrona Hotel to stretch your legs and enjoy a drink on us! Please note we do not "JUST WALK" on this ride **PLEASE SPECIFY YOUR HORSE RIDING ABILITY UPON BOOKING SO THE APPROPRIATE HORSES ARE SELECTED FOR YOUR RIDE**

A half-day wine tour will take you on a journey through gorgeous countryside and into the most famous wine growing regions of Hawke's Bay. • Visit 4 internationally recognised wineries & enjoy a cheeseboard • Door to door service (within the Napier, Hastings and Havelock North area) • Plain English explanations from your friendly tour guide Prinsy's tours are generally kept to small numbers - up to 11 seats - to give your tour the personal touch. Larger group enquiries are welcome by arrangement. Why do our guests say their Prinsy's tour exceeded their expectations? • We combine intimate local knowledge with genuine hospitality to ensure you have a great day out. • We are passionate about the sustainability of our region and aim to leave only footprints on our environment. • 2017 & 2018 Winners Hawke's Bay Tourism Visitor Experience Award | Qualmark Silver rating We invite you to see for yourself!

We are unique in that we offer this beautiful trip into our back yard with history from guides with over 30 years experience on the river and stories from maori elders going back 33 generations (or so). Also we pride ourselves on our homemade light lunch and the fact we can pick up from the ship. All trips get clients back onto the cruiseships well before departure.

Discover the scenic highlights of Art-Deco Napier on a sightseeing tour. Admire the orchards, vineyards, and views from Te Mata Peak before tasting the cheese and wine of the region.

Discover the fascinating story of Napier’s heritage on this easy walking tour. Check in for the walk, watch a 20- minute film about the earthquake then take an hours walk around the city centre to see the Art Deco architecture. Some tours may run 10 minutes later on busy days so allow up to approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes for the total tour time.

Join this wine tour for an afternoon of relaxing and good wine and great company * Visit NZ's oldest winery The Mission, taste and tour * Travel through the vineyards of the renown Gimblett Gravels wine growing region Enjoy a tasting in the historic stables of Bradburd Cellars * Seated wine tasting at Askerne * Complimentary wine cheese and biscuits. . * Tour duration 4hrs to 5hrs. * Pick up and drop off from your accommodation. * A surcharge of may apply for Hastings and Havelock North pick ups Disclaimer. Occasionally the itinerary may deviate from that posted due to no fault of the tour provide who accepts no liability for such change.

The only place to see NZ's Big 5 wildlife (kea, kaka, takahe, tuatara and guaranteed kiwi viewing) all in one location! 

Get 'up close and personal' with over 50 different wildlife species!

Mt Cook & Lake Tekapo Tour. This small group, fully-guided day trip combines all of the key highlights in the area with the famous Lake Tekapo, Mt Cook National Park and Tasman Glacier as key highlights. Led by our famously passionate tour guides, notorious for bringing your journey to life by sharing their stories and rich background knowledge and run in modern, comfortable minibuses packed with extras ensuring your comfort and safety.

Highlights:

Lake Tekapo
Church of the Good Shepard
Mt Cook & Aoraki National Park
Tasman Glacier, Lake Pukaki

While the destinations you will be visiting are truly spectacular, we at Cheeky Kiwi Travel believe it is our small groups, our guides, the journey and the little details that set our tours well apart. Secret stops, wildlife viewings, specially designed vehicles and many other pleasant surprises ensure our tours are an experience to remember.

Combine a half day city tour of Christchurch taking in not only the damage to the city by several earthquakes in 2010 and 2011 and the rebuild currently taking place, but also the remaining historic landmarks and the existing beauty of this picturesque city together with admission to Willowbank Wildlife Reserve with a fully guided tour of the reserve including Kiwi viewing.

This is a wonderful way to see Christchurch City. We showcase the best of the city to you and include some of the best local attractions. We enjoy a fabulous lunch together (food included, drinks additional) in a beautiful atmospheric restaurant in Central Christchurch, punting, gondola and the Christchurch Tramways this is a day out not to be missed. Excellent local guides, small group tour so you will be very well looked after throughout the day. We only take 8 guests on the tour so make it feel just that little bit more exclusive. This is an exclusive Christchurch tour not to be missed

Visit 3 of Christchurch's top attractions with a sightseeing pass that can be used on different days, allowing you to set your own pace. Soar above the city on the Christchurch Gondola; float through town on an Avon River Punt cruise; and hop on and off the Christchurch Tram to see key downtown sights. Each ride includes informative commentary that details the landmarks and history of Christchurch, from early explorers through to modern day history.

Join our small Wine Tour group with Best tour guide to explore a huge variety of Hawkes Bay Wines lasting all afternoon. Visit 4 different Wineries. From "Boutique" to larger wineries. You will learn about the region, how, why, and what Wines are produced in what is regarded as the “Premium Wine Region in New Zealand”. The region also carries the title as being one of the "Top 12 Wine growing regions in the World" - Yes, the world. On the day, we hope to visit 2 historic Wineries. You will have the opportunity walk around a Vineyard for a photo opportunity. Just ask as we drive through the vines. You will learn the Winemaking process from the Vine to the Bottle, Visit the oldest Winery in New Zealand. Here you will learn about their history dating back to the 1830’s in Lyon, France. You will finish the tour with a small souvenir, All tastings, admissions, advertised drinks, are included in the tour price. Tour is door to door within Napier on the day.

Explore Napier on a self-guided scenic bike or e-bike ride to some of the region's favorite wineries. Follow the Tuki Tuki River trails along the stunning Cape Kidnappers coastline.