CRUISE - Cycle to Wineries (Half Day, Self-Guided, Standard Pushbike)

SELF-GUIDED CYCLE to WINERIES excellent for CRUISE SHIP visitors to Napier – 3-4 hours (depending on the number of stops you take in).

Explore Hawke’s Bay by pushbike – a fun, easy cycle ride to visit a top winery in Hawke’s Bay. NOTE: this option is to ride a standard muscle bike (available for all sizes - 135cm-195cm). This is a SELF-GUIDED ride - we will give you a map. Allow at least 3.5 hours for these routes with 1-2 winery stops. NOTE: not all wineries are open everyday, please note winery opening days below.

Your port shuttle bus will drop you off at the Napier isite (2km from the port). Keep an eye out on this ride - look to your left for some GREEN FLAGS which are outside our base. This is where you will walk to to meet us & get your bikes - a 650m walk, 5 minutes. Tākaro- 24 Marine Parade, Napier City https://maps.app.goo.gl/vi9EzNAs31MMM3oL6                

We will have your bike ready to go, give you a briefing and a map so you can navigate your way along the trails to your winery of choice. Choose the route you ride from 40km/25miles to 45km/28miles (NOTE all riding is out and back to our base in Napier).

We will send you on an easy self guided cycling route (from 18km/11 miles approx. 2 hours cycling but up to 40km/24 miles if you want!) along a dedicated cycle pathway beside the Pacific Ocean to trails following lazy rivers beside orchards and estuary trails. Visit a world renowned winery along the way all within 10-20km away. 

LOOP Ride inland along river trails to Taradale 42km/26 miles:

• Brookfields https://www.brookfieldsvineyards.co.nz/ (OPEN 7 days 10-3pm - 14km ride south coast)
• Church Road https://www.church-road.com/ (OPEN 7 days 10-4pm 20km ride south coast + inland)
• Mission Estate https://missionestate.co.nz/ (OPEN 7 days 10-5pm 21km ride south coast + inland)

COASTAL Ride south along the stunning Pacific coast to the iconic Cape Kidnappers area 50km/31 miles return:

• Elephant Hill https://elephanthill.co.nz/ - OPEN Fri to Mon - 22km ride south coast
• Clearview Estate https://www.clearviewestate.co.nz/ - OPEN Wed to Sun - 23km ride down south coast towards Cape Kidnappers
  

Choose the route you ride from the above and look at the map attached or talk to our friendly team when you arrive at the Takaro base
(NOTE remember you need to come back too - all riding is out and back to our base in Napier).

PLEASE BOOK AHEAD if you want to visit wineries - to avoid disappointment. They could be booked out or closed on the day you want to visit!

• The cycling is completely flat and gentle, so suitable for all riders with a moderate level of fitness. 
• We will provide you with maps plus Takaro Trails support is available throughout the day should it be required.
• Child is 14 years and under and if you are wanting to book e-bikes, must be over 135cm.

We recommend that you bring a water bottle, sun screen and a jacket. If you have any questions please don't hesitate to get hold of us. 

NOTE: Please make sure we know what boat you are on. Email info@takarotrails.co.nz OR start comms with us via WHATSAPP +64 20 482 5276