Napier Winery Cycle Tour: 20km Coast to Country Ride

Pedal coastal trails and vineyard cellar doors in a single morning and afternoon

The Coast to Country Winery Cycle Tour is a 20km bike ride from Napier through Cape Coast, alongside the Tukituki River, and past Te Mata Peak to local wineries for tastings and lunch. A 10:30am shuttle takes you to the start. You return by 4pm from Black Barn winery. E-bikes and regular bikes both available, with mechanical support on the route and a map provided.

Step-by-step itinerary

Cycle tour with winery visits

• Shuttle to start at 10:30am
• Cycle 20km along coastal trails
• Enjoy views of Cape Kidnappers Cliffs
• Visit multiple cellar doors for tastings
• Have picnic or restaurant lunch
• Return shuttle from Black Barn winery at 4pm

The experience

You start at Hygge Cafe and ride 20km through coastal trails and estuaries, passing views of Cape Kidnappers Cliffs and the Tukituki River valley with Te Mata Peak visible across the landscape. The route connects a series of local wineries (most open daily, some Wednesday through Sunday), where you stop for tastings and a leisurely lunch. A shuttle collects you at 10:30am from Napier and drops you at the ride's start. Mechanical backup travels with the group so a flat or chain issue doesn't derail the day.

E-bikes are available in sizes XXS to XL for riders 140–200cm tall, which means the ride stays manageable even if you haven't cycled in years or prefer to coast more than pedal. Regular bikes are also an option. You get a helmet, a bag to carry layers or a camera, a bike lock, and a map marked with the route and highlights so you know what you're riding past. The return shuttle leaves Black Barn winery at 4pm, giving you time to linger over a final glass or a meal before heading back to Napier.

What’s included

• Return shuttle from Black Barn winery at 4pm.
• outbound shuttle at 10:30am from Napier.
• e-bike or regular bike with helmet and lock.
• map with route and highlights.
• mechanical backup on the route.

Options for this experience

2 options

Regular Bike10:30Regular Bike

Electric Bike10:30Electric Bike

You see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates & prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 10:30

Book up to4h before

AgesAdult (17 and older) · Child (4 to 16 years) · Infant (under 4)

GroupUp to 10

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 levelPets welcomePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Napier City Bike Hire & Tours

Is this one for you?Choose the e-bike if you want to cover the full 20km without tiring, or the regular bike if you prefer a more active pedal and are comfortable with the distance. Either way, the morning shuttle timing and 4pm return slot fit the ride into a half-day without eating your whole schedule in Napier.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 16 years); Infant (under 4).

How far is the actual cycling distance on this tour?

The ride covers 20km total, mostly on coastal trails and estuaries between the start near Hygge Cafe and the wineries where you stop for tastings and lunch.

What time does the shuttle pick me up and drop me back?

The outbound shuttle leaves Napier at 10:30am to take you to the start of the ride. The return shuttle departs Black Barn winery at 4pm and brings you back to Napier.

Can I use an e-bike if I'm not a confident cyclist?

Yes, e-bikes are available in sizes XXS to XL for heights 140–200cm, and the tour is designed for all fitness levels. The electric assist makes the 20km manageable whether you cycle regularly or not.

Which wineries do I visit and are they open every day?

You stop at multiple local cellar doors along the route. Most are open daily. Some operate Wednesday through Sunday or Thursday through Sunday, so the specific stops depend on the day you ride.

What happens if I get a puncture or mechanical problem during the ride?

Mechanical backup travels with the group, so support is on hand if you have a flat tire or chain issue, keeping the ride on track without hassle.

Is lunch included in the tour price?

The tour includes a stop for a leisurely lunch at one of the wineries, though food and drinks are not included in the ticket price. You order and pay separately at the venue.