• Ahuriri Napier i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - Begin your tour by boarding our shuttle van for a brief transfer to our base in Ahuriri, Napier. Enjoy the stunning beach and charming houses in this popular visitor destination.

• 2 Nelson Quay - Your cycling adventure kicks off at the Takaro Trails base located at 9 Nelson Quay, Ahuriri, Napier. Start with a tour briefing to determine your cycling distance on the northern route today. Begin your journey with a short ride to the National Tobacco Building, one of New Zealand’s most photographed landmarks, known for its unique Art Deco architecture. Now housing the Tony Bish Urban Winery, it’s the perfect spot for a wine tasting! Continue on the cycle trail, meandering approximately 10kms through a low-lying wetland area that was once a large tidal inlet before the 1931 earthquake. The trail then winds through sheep farming country, completing the 20km loop back to Ahuriri. Conclude your ride with a well-deserved lunch and drink on the deck of one of the many waterside bars or seaside cafes in Ahuriri.

• Ahuriri Napier i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - At a designated time, return to our base to catch the shuttle to the Napier i-SITE, where you can wait for the ship transfer to the port and your cruise ship.

• Bike, helmet and pannier hire
• Napier isite pickup and drop-off from the ship shuttle

• Personal purchases at the winery
• Wine Tasting
• Lunch

Discover Hawke’s Bay by bike – enjoy a delightful and leisurely ride to explore the region’s top wineries. Opt for a wine tasting or savor a meal before returning to Takaro base in Ahuriri. A shuttle service is available to transport you to and from the Napier I-site, which is 4km away.

Shuttle schedules will be arranged based on your ship’s arrival time, with our van ready approximately one hour after you disembark. (Please note: not all wineries operate daily, so check the opening days listed below.)

Your journey is a relaxed, self-guided cycling route, ranging from 20km/12 miles (about 2 hours of cycling) to 40km/24 miles if you prefer a longer ride. The path follows a dedicated cycleway along the Pacific Ocean, through farmland, and an estuary, where you can enjoy a birdlife sanctuary. Along the way, visit some of our internationally acclaimed wineries, such as Crab Farm, Mission Estate, Church Road, and Urban Winery, all located within 7-13km.

Please remember to book the wineries in advance, as they tend to be busy on cruise days!

• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• At the time of booking please advise your height
• Operator reserves the right to cancel in the event of unsuitable weather
• You MUST provide a phone number which we can reach you on via text or WhatsApp

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.