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Experience Hawke's Bay on a bike - Ahuriri Tour - Self-Guided
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Experience Hawke's Bay on a bike - Ahuriri Tour - Self-Guided

Cycle some of the best trails in Hawke's Bay on this self-guided tour.
You choose the length and time! Ride a 40km (25 mile) loop or a 16km (9 mile) loop or something in between! Leaving from the historic port area of Ahuriri, your ride take you through a great variety of scenery including the Napier township, along the spectacular coastline, fun river trails, lagoon farmland and of course, wineries.
Allow between 3-5 hours for your ride.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Marine Parade, Napier New Zealand

Departing the port village of Ahuriri you will cycle around the port to the Napier CBD, a world renowned Art Deco treasure. Enjoy the unique facades of these beautiful buildings before continuing south, following Marine Parade with spectacular views across the sea to Cape Kidnappers.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: The Silky Oak Chocolate Company, 1131 Links Road Hawkes Bay, Napier 4183 New Zealand

After travelling approximately 12kms you turn inland at Awatoto and follow the trail along the Tutaekuri River stopbank to the suburb of Taradale. The countryside is very typical of the Hawke’s Bay as you overlook orchards, vineyards and market gardens whilst sharing the trail with wandering cows.
On arrival in Taradale there’s the option to visit the Silky Oaks Chocolate Factory, the historic Otatara Maori Pa site and the fine wineries of Church Rd and the Mission Estate, New Zealand’s oldest winery.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Church Road Winery Cellar Door & Restaurant, 150 Church Road Taradale, Napier 4112 New Zealand

Visit the world class Church Road Winery and join in on one of their unique winery experiences/tastings. Starting in 1897, the winemakers at Church Road have been at the forefront of the Hawke’s Bay winemaking region. They create exceptional wines.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Mission Estate Winery, 198 Church Road, Napier 4112 New Zealand

Visit the oldest winery in New Zealand, the Mission Estate in Taradale and enjoy the old architecture, beautiful garden area and famous wines.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Crab Farm Winery, 511 Main North Road, Bay View, Napier 4104, New Zealand

A boutique winery offering casual and relaxed surroundings and amazing wine! Food and coffee available too.
PLUS a fantastic little Art Shed gallery stocking unique art.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: The Art Shed, 511 Main North Road, Napier 4104 New Zealand

The Art Shed is located at Crab Farm Winery in Bay View, Napier. It is a rustic shed with a ‘hygge’ ambience - one of warmth, comfort and friendly vibes. Everything is crafted, painted, made and designed by our growing team of artists and the range of work available makes this gallery accessible to all.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Hawke's Bay Trails, Napier 4144 New Zealand

Joining the cycle trail after leaving the wineries you meander for approx. 10kms through the Ahuriri Estuary a low-lying wetlands area, home to many species of wading birds and other wildlife. As you cycle along it is sobering to reflect that prior to the 1931 earthquake this area was all a vast tidal inlet before the land lifted 1.8m in the mighty shake. You then make your way past fishing boats and old port warehouses back to our base in Ahuriri.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Takaro Trails Cycle Tours - Day Tours, 9 Nelson Quay Ahuriri, Napier 4110 New Zealand

You are back at our base and the end of your tour.

Duration: 5 minutes



Duration:2 to 5 hours
Commences in:Napier, New Zealand
Country:New Zealand
City:Napier

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