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Napier and Hawkes Bay offer magical places where you can experience special and incredible things.

I offer you a unique local tour experience to guide you around this wonderful place.

My exclusive tours will take you on a journey of discovery through the amazing Hawke’s Bay region.  You can meet the locals at winery and cellar doors or discover the incredible Art Deco architecture which rose from the rubble of Napier’s major earthquake in 1931. Visiting local nature reserves, European and Maori heritage sites you will find the history and secrets of the area fascinating.  Discover the hidden gems of this wonderful region with me.

Together we will create some amazing memories

“The success of your experience is in the hands of the person who delivers your adventure”

The distinct architecture of the 1930s is showcased on my Urban Discovery Tour of Napier–a place like no other in the world. Rebuilt after a major earthquake affecting Hawkes Bay in 1931, the style of Art Deco lives on with many buildings well preserved, Discover a vibrant city wich is proud of its history but enjoys modern life.

My Provenance Tour will tempt your taste buds, exploring the bounty of Hawke’s Bay. You’ll love the gourmet food, wine or maybe craft beer & cider. Well-known for producing high-quality fruits and vegetables, this farming region with Mediterranean climate offers a taste sensation in abundance. If you are a foodie, this tour is not to be missed.

For wine lovers who want to experience the delights of Hawke’s Bay’s amazing terroir at their own pace, I can arrange bespoke Private Tours to suit your personal interests and tastes. Hawke’s Bay has over 200 incredible vineyards, 76 wineries with 38 of these offering a cellar door and wine tasting experience. Hawke’s Bay is well known for its chardonnay but also offers a veritable A-Z of varieties, from Aneis to Zinfandel including Syrah and a world class Merlot-Cabernet Bordeaux styles blends from the Gimblett Gravels. 

If you love nature like I do, you will love my Go Wild tour.  Hawke’s Bay offers some fantastic scenery, nature reserves and wildlife experiences, being home to the world’s largest mainland gannet colony. We can also visit some iconic historical places like Cape Kidnappers, Te Mata Peak or Otatara Pa to discover local legends. 

When you have a special occasion and want to arrive in style, you will get a kick out of Devillia. My luxury Mitsouka Le-Seyde Nissan is a replica Panther de Ville and is one of a kind in New Zealand.

Your passionate and experienced unique tour guide. Let me share with you my love of travel and all the things that make Hawke’s Bay and New Zealand such a special place.

AWESOME PLACES

HAPPY CUSTOMERS

CUSTOM TOURS

UNIQUE EXPERIENCES

Te Mata Peak view | Te Mata Peak, one of the many attractions of Hawkes Bay with 300 m above sea level, has amazing views.

Hawkes Bay wine | Hawkes Bay is the oldest wine region in New Zealand and the second largest with a very distinctive characteristics thanks to the geography and climate.

URBAN DISCOVERY NAPIER

Napier is a beautiful little seaside city with a rich history.  The Art Deco precinct and nearby suburbs showcase architecture defined by the 1931 earthquake like no other city. Learn of Maori legends that predate the European settlers, who also define the city’s development. A cosmopolitan city you are sure to enjoy discovering its nooks and crannies.

On my Napier Urban Discovery tour, you can choose to:

  • Enjoy Art Deco highlights and some hidden jewels
  • Discover amazing wall art as we follow the Sea Walls murals
  • Stroll the once sleepy fishing village of Port Ahuriri, now a bustling, trendy seaside suburb
  • Come alive with a delicious coffee at one of the many café’s on the Napier streetscape
  • Indulge in a delicious High Tea

$      per person

Please note, all tasting fees, food and beverage costs are in addition to the per person tour prices quoted.

PROVENANCE TOUR

For wine and food lovers who want to experience Hawke’s Bay’s offering at their own pace, I can arrange bespoke tours customised to your personal interests and tastes.  Hawke’s Bay is home to some fantastic artisan food and beverage producers and has 38 wineries offering a cellar door and wine tasting experience. You can add lunch or a picnic for a full day experience!

Discover the world-class delights of Hawke’s Bay’s bounty. You can choose to:

  • Enjoy wine tasting &/or lunch at world-class wineries, like Craggy Range, Black Barn & Clearview
  • Discover the wonderful cheeses at Hohepa
  • Wander through the sculpture garden and artwork at Birdwood Gallery
  • Taste your way around the HB Farmers market –NZ’s oldest and tastiest! (Sundays only)
  • Play ladies or gentlemen with delicious High Tea
  • $per person

Please note, all tasting fees, food and beverage costs are in addition to the per person tour prices quoted.

PRIVATE WINE TOUR

For wine lovers who want to experience the delights of Hawke’s Bay’s amazing terroir at their own pace, I arrange bespoke Private Toursto suit your personal tastes.

If you would like a private tourof any kind, or private transport to any event, I will go the extra mile to provide you with a safe and stylish vehicle.

Available by the hour so you enjoy a unique travel experience. 

Forget the ordinary, why not be extraordinary!

$ per hour (maximum of 3 people)

Please note all tasting fees, food and beverage costs are in addition to the prices quoted.

GO WILD

Hawke’s Bay offers some fantastic scenery, nature reserves and wildlife experiences, and is home to the world’s largest mainland gannet colony. We also visit some iconic historical sites like Cape Kidnappers, Te Mata Peak and Otatara Pa, and discover locallegends.

Come with me and let’s go a little wild! Depending on the season you can choose to:

  • Visit the world’s largest mainland gannet colony at Cape Kidnappers -private tour options available (seasonal)
  • Discover beautiful local gardens and reserves
  • Visit Atea a Rangi the dramatic celestial star compass and Estuary at Waitangi Regional Park
  • Take in Otatara Pa and Reserve, with an optional walk up the hill for some fantastic views
  • Drive up Te Mata Peak and then take a walk in the Redwood Forest
  • Enjoy a scenic drive in rural Hawke’s Bay with spectacular river and peak views –especially beautiful in Autumn

$    per person

Please note, all tasting fees, food and beverage costs are in addition to the per person tour prices quoted.