Hawkes Bay Wineries Self-Guided E-Bike Tour

Pick your own wineries and ride at your own speed through the vines

A self-guided e-bike tour of Hawke's Bay wine country where you collect your bike between 10am and 12pm, follow flat winding routes past vineyards, and visit whichever wineries appeal to you (Abbey Cellars, Alpha Domus, Sileni Estate, Trinity Hill and others) before returning by 4pm. The tour typically runs four to six hours depending on how many tastings you stop for. Roadside support is included, and wine tastings and lunch are at your own expense.

The experience

You collect your e-bike from Ash Ridge Wines' vineyard between 10am and 12pm, clip on a helmet, and head out with a winery map. The routes are flat and winding through the heart of the region, so the riding itself is straightforward. The e-bike handles the pedaling effort. You choose which wineries to visit (perhaps Sileni Wines, Alpha Domus, Oak Estate, Trinity Hill, Unison Vineyard or Stonecroft), and how long to linger at each one. Some wineries are closed on weekdays, so the map helps you plan around that.

Wine tastings and lunch are at your own expense, though several wineries have food available if you want to eat overlooking the vines. Roadside support follows you through the day: if you get a flat tyre or run into trouble, help is there. During summer, the support team also collects any wine you buy so you don't have to carry it on the bike. You're free to take a quick lunch break or spend an afternoon at a single winery. The pace is entirely yours. Return your bike to the starting point by 4pm.

What’s included

• Use of e-bike.
• helmet.
• winery map.
• roadside support for mechanical issues.
• collection of wine purchases during summer season.

Before you book

Days and timesWednesday to SundayDeparts at 11:00

AgesAdult (18 to 70 years) · Under 18: can't be included in the booking

GroupUp to 6

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

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Good to know

Easy physical levelInfant seats availableNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by On Yer Bike Winery Tours

Is this one for you?This tour suits anyone who wants to explore the wineries at their own pace without following a fixed itinerary or group schedule. The self-guided format and e-bike support mean you can spend as little or as long as you like at each winery, skip ones that don't appeal to you, and take breaks whenever you want. The only fixed points are the 10am-to-12pm pickup window and the 4pm return time.

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Top questions

What wineries can I visit on this self-guided tour?

The map includes Abbey Cellars, Alpha Domus, Sileni Estate, Villa Maria Gimblett Gravels, Unison Vineyard, Stonecroft and Trinity Hill, among others. Not all are open every weekday, so the map shows which ones operate on the day you go. All are open on weekends.

How long does the tour take?

The tour typically runs between four and six hours, depending on how many wineries you visit and how long you spend at each one. You collect your bike anytime between 10am and 12pm and must return it by 4pm.

Are wine tastings and food included?

Wine tastings and lunch are at your own expense. Several wineries have restaurants or cafes where you can eat overlooking the vineyards.

What happens if I have a mechanical problem with the bike?

Roadside support is included in the tour. If you get a flat tyre or encounter any other difficulty, help is available to assist you.

Can I bring wine back on the bike?

During summer, the roadside support team collects any wine you purchase from the wineries so you don't have to carry it. Outside summer, you'll need to manage your own purchases.