Napier also offers world class attractions including cape kidnappers the only mainland gannet colony and. New zealand cruise association the industry body and. Napier new zealand cruise ship shore excursions and tours. Premier partnerhot tubair conditioningno smokinginternettv. Using reference photographs of the time, to see the destruction that caused one of new zealands largest natural disasters, the 1931 napier earthquake. Cruise deals cruise price guarantee flight centre nz. Cruises to napier, new zealand royal caribbean cruises. Save money and escape the crowds on all of your cruise excursions. We are finding this time round that the cruise ships have prebooked a lot of tour operators, particularly around bay of islands.
Bad experience with booka bach, owned by homeaway u. Ask anyone whos taken a cruise to hawkes bay and theyll not only tell you that cruises are a great way to travel and meet people, theyll also confirm that hawkes bay is the best place theyve ever cruised to. Information on where your ship docks, how to get from the port into the city, maps, bus and shuttle information, public transport options, cruise terminal information, cruise port schedules, must see sights, shopping guides, restaurant guides, internet and wifi locations, and suggestions for things to do. Port napier cruise ship calendar 2020 provides the opportunity to search arrival and departure schedules of cruise ships. Cruises to napier, new zealand napier cruise ship arrivals. On the go and no time to finish that story right now. Known as the art deco capital in the world, this cruise port is the perfect destination to cross a few things off your bucket list. You will be welcomed by approved tour operators and the friendly isite team who will be on hand to help you make your plans for the day. Booked via your cruise shore excursions you will head out along the scenic marine parade with seascape.
This 2 storey napier holiday house includes open plan living with ample room for your group to. Napier sea views napier ahuriri holiday house bachcare nz. Sailing closer to home in australia, new zealand and the south pacific will save you time and money, and introduce you to some of the most beautiful locations on the planet. Hawkes bays destiny was shaped by a devastating 1931 earthquake and the remarkable result was the birth of the dazzling art deco and spanish mission architectural styles of napier and hastings. Napier is a port city in hawkes bay on the east coast of the north island of new zealand. Napier accommodation self catering holiday homes, houses, baches, beach houses, vacation rentals, cabins, cottages, chalets and more. Napier is the largest wool centre in the southern hemisphere and is the largest producer of apples, pears, and stone fruit in new zealand. Half day milford sound flight and cruise from queenstown.
Cruise ship in port only a few hours napier forum tripadvisor. Tours of beautiful napier and hawkes bay in your choice of a modern airconditioned minibus, a luxury mercedesbenz people carrier or a genuine vintageclassic car with one of our friendly, kn owledgeable local driverguides. We tour art deco napier, ahuriri marina and the historic mission estate. Discover all you need to cruise to napier, new zealand. It requires either a car rental at the dock we will be on the crystal symphony or a taxi. A 4 hour napier cruise ship shore excursion that is geared to cruise ship arrival and departure schedules. Keep a close eye on the exchange rate as new zealand is known for being relatively expensive for international travelers. Located in the sunny hawkes bay region, this seaside city was rebuilt in the 1930s and has one of the best concentrations of original art deco, spanish mission and stripped classical architecture in the world. Holiday homes and rental accommodation around new zealand an online directory self catering holiday homes, houses, baches, vacation rentals, cabins, cottages, chalets and more. A cruise can take you to the most amazing and diverse places the world has to offer. The hawkes bay express is your best way to get the most out of your call in the art deco capitalnapier, please book via your ships shore excursions. But, as long as you understand that, a cruise would still make a fine holiday. The day starts with a 40 minute bus journey from the napier port following the old trails of maori and the early settlers up into inland hawkes bay.
Where the bus stops, there are a lot of locals offering various tours etc. Cruise to napier, new zealand and enjoy the culture, the art deco architecture and the pania of the reef statue when you cruise with norwegian cruise line. Faq enquire book now cruise excursions and tours from auckland, tauranga, bay of islands, wellington, napier, akaroa and dunedin below are our specialty shore excursions. This website helps visitors connect with providers of great new zealand tourism experiences. Nzca will be actively involved with government in the planning process for tourism and cruise recovery. Compare deals from over 143 napier hotels and book with. Wine tours and cruise ship excursions of napier, hawkes bay. Discover the very unique city of napier, and h ow napier was born from the devastating 1931 earthquake and the city stands today as the art deco capital of the world. Choose from a package cruise tour or personalise your own unique experience. Book now your hotel in bay view and pay later with expedia.
House of travels very best cruise holiday packages leaving from auckland, new zealand. What are cruise lines doing with their empty ships. No accommodation that i know of at whirinaki but nz may be. The 10 best napier shore excursions for new zealand. Register with us and content you save will appear here so you. Napier is a popular tourist city, with a unique concentration of 1930s art deco architecture. Pronounced batch, it is a term kiwis commonly use for a holiday home. We recently booked a bach with bookabach, we realized. I think most people would say that a cruise is not the best way to see new zealand as so much of what is unique are the landscapes away from access to ports. You will be welcomed by approved tour operators and the friendly isite team who. Find deals on the best shore excursions in napier, new zealand and easily book today. With our cruise price guarantee, well beat any cruise quote or you sail free.
Napier is a port city in new zealand, located in hawkes bay on north islands eastern coast, approx 18 km 11 ml south of hastings. Our friendly napier isite cruise ambassadors will greet. Were pleased to offer cruise ship passengers a package that helps them get into real new zealand wild spaces. A selection of the most popular napier shore excursions.
Cruise shuttles will be waiting for you and take you on a five minute drive to the napier isite visitor centre. To search all cruise itineraries not just napier, please visit. Costa neoromantica, crown princess, crystal bach, crystal debussy. If you search the napier nz forum you will find posts similar to yours the walk from the port to town is approx 15mins at a gentle stroll.
Cruise is not the source, cruise is indicative of any other social environment. Great value activities lower than the cruise lines. Napier, new zealand cruise ship schedule 2018 crew center. Why new zealand is the best place to live 2019 best new. Step back in time with a cruise or shore tour visit to napier, known as the art deco capital of the world. The duration is up to a maximum of 6 hours depending on the cruise ships visiting time in napier port. Napier cruise ship shore excursions cruise ship tours new. Rent a holiday accomodation for short and long term stay on bookabach.
Here is what i would really like to do, and please tell me if its possible. Auckland to waitomo glowworm caves full day private charter tour. Find unique places to stay with local hosts in 191 countries. Cruise napier isite visitor centre napier nz napier i. Cruise ship guides will pick you up from your cruise ship and take you on a tour around new zealand. We offer a wide selection of departure dates for cruises from auckland to napier with popular cruise lines. I had to cancel my trip we would have been staying in napier over easter. Our simple and easytouse booking engine, in conjunction with a friendly and knowledgeable team of cruise experts, will help you to find the perfect cruise holiday at an unbeatable. The largest cruise liner to visit napier kicked off a working week which is set to be wrapped up by one of the smallest. Cruise ship tours and cruise ship tour guides in new zealand. The time listed under eta is now the time the cruise ship will be berthed and passengers can disembark the ship, rather than the time the ship comes into port. We know that cruise ships, by their very nature, are social environments. If you want to list a place you just do it on line. Easily find and compare cruises to napier, new zealand for every major cruiseline.
Our experts have personally selected the best napier shore excursions, many of which the cruise lines are too large to offer. Tipping your taxi driver isnt necessary, but its polite to leave a 10% gratuity for waitstaff and bartenders. Check out our latest close to home cruise deals from new zealand, or contact a cruise specialist by calling 0800 22 11 00 or sending an email enquiry here. From the northern lights of the arctic to the hot tropics of the caribbean, discover your dream destination with the ocean as your tour guide. They offer the perfect range of accommodation to allow you to holiday like new zealanders do. Air new zealand and air napier fly here, together providing direct flights to auckland, gisborne, wellington and christchurch. Cruise ships dock at the port of napier, about 2 km north and west of the center of town. Use the official new zealand dollar when youre traveling on your napier cruise. Discover exciting excursions and day trips from napier. Nz holiday homes and baches accommodation for rent. Napier is located approx 320 km 200 ml northeast of wellington. Our cruise ship package is the perfect option for those looking to get out of the busy town.
Discover 273 holiday homes to book online for your napier, hawkes bay holiday. Napier, new zealand cruise port get ready to experience four seasons in a day while cruising to napier, new zealand. Napier, new zealand cruise ship schedule 2020 crew center. With a record number of cruise liners booked to visit napier port this summer, hawkes bay can expect an influx of visitors equivalent to the regions. Our travel experts can help you find the best cruise deals. Check prices, itineraries, maps and portofcall times. Book now your hotel in napier and pay later with expedia. See below for an uptodate list of cruise ships docking in napier. Check out the top 5 recommendations when visiting napier, hawkes bay.
Shore excursions must be purchased in the same currency as your cruise reservation. Compare deals from over 258 bay view hotels and book with. The new buildings reflect the architectural styles of the time and feature maori motifs and design elements. With about 4200 passengers aboard, the 348m giant ovation of the seas. Enhanced in 2018, norwegian jewel shines from bow to stern. About how this land was separated from the supercontinent of gondwana some 80 million years ago. Select your cruise from a complete range of cruises.
Napier port is a working port so you are unable to walk off independently. Napier cruise overview this historic art deco city is located in the heart of new zealand s oldest winemaking region, hawkes bay. Complete the booking form below or contact a napier isite visitor centre consultant directly on. This was the second time weve been to new zealand and we thought it was better than ever and look forward to returning. If you would like to visit some other place not offered within these regions, just send us the request and we below are our specialty shore excursions. The timetable displays dates and times of the cruise ships visiting this portofcall in new zealand is based on the major cruise lines itineraries. Napier rafting float trips for cruise ships rafting. Also a fleet of self driver rental vehicles from sports cars to people movers. It is not intended to give any assurance that any particular provider meets certain quality standards or legal obligations.
Click on a cruise ship itinerary that visits napier below and select a sail date to receive competing cruise quotes. A few of the highlights of cruising the south pacific and new zealand a popular tourist destination, the port of aitutaki in the cook islands is an ideal stopover for cruise liners. You will drive through rural country roads, sighting sheep, deer, cattle, along with orchards, market gardens and vineyards along with some of the most stunning scenery in new zealand. Shore excursions and tours for cruise ship visitors to. Live like a local on your new zealand holiday by renting a bach. Learn more about our cruise deals, destinations and cruise lines here. Napier is known as the art deco capital of the world. Napier has also become an important grape and wine production area. Discover and book your next napier shore excursion on any cruise line. Napier napier isite visitor centre napier nz napier i. All cruise ships are linked to their complete current itinerary. Jan 17, 2019 the stories i hear time and again in new zealand are all about remoteness, arrival, and desire. Napiers week of cruise ships, little and large nz herald. Hawkes bay holiday homes, accommodation rentals, baches and.
Enjoy this great location right across the road from the beach. As soon as you set foot in new zealand on your msc world cruise, you will see just how charming and relaxing napier is, the most populous city in hawkes bay new zealanders love it for its climate, very similar to that in the mediterranean, the low cost of living and its well preserved art deco buildings, built after the earthquake of 1931. Intercity provides daily services in and out of napier with connections throughout the north island. Napier new zealand cruise port schedule cruisemapper. Dates, times, and prices are subject to change and may not be available for your sailing. The tour would also be suitable for land based visitors to napier. To purchase a royal caribbean international shore excursion, you must already have a reservation number for a cruise and have made a payment towards that reservation. New zealand cruise ship shore excursions, tours, private tours and trips in bay of islands, auckland, tauranga, rotorua, napier, wellington, picton, akaroa, christchurch and dunedin. Your news is the place for you to save content to read later from any device. Often located by the sea, river, lake or forest, baches are all about kicking back. Hawkes bay new zealand, art deco city in hawkes bay wine country. Cruise schedule napier port, hawkes bay, new zealand.
The city was rebuilt in the 1930s following a devastating earthquake. The city is close to both the islands main airport and the seaport serving hawkes bay. Napier, new zealand cruise port, 2020, 2021 and 2022 cruises. Cruises visiting napier 202020212023 napier cruises. Napier cruise overview this historic art deco city is located in the heart of new zealands oldest winemaking region, hawkes bay. Today napier has one of the largest concentrations of art deco buildings in the world. A stay on the palmfringed island offers passengers the chance to unwind on pristine beaches. For passengers on cruise ships touring new zealand, the port town of napier is the best ranked cruise port in nz, according to endofcruise survey results. Visit to get information on napier, new zealand cruises, including things to do, dining, ports of call, cruise ships. Get tips on what to do at the napier, new zealand cruise port. Our friendly napier isite cruise ambassadors will greet you with a map of the central city, tours, activities, rental cars and attractions available on the day. Find and plan your next cruise from auckland to napier on cruise critic.
With your help the nz cruise industry will recover. With the time limit you have in napier, you could book a half day winery tour which will take you out into the countryside. Napier was leveled by an earthquake in 1931, and the entire city was. Napier holiday homes, accommodation rentals, baches and. The largest cruise ship to berth at napier port is the ovation of the seas, which arrived at napier port for the first time on 5 january 2017 at 348 metres long, it carries more than 4000 passengers and 0 crew, and is the biggest ship to ever enter a new zealand port. The content on this page was created by shore excursions and tours for cruise ship visitors to napier. Napier also offers world class attractions including cape kidnappers the only mainland gannet colony and vineyards with award winning wines. Each year, hawkes bay welcomes more than 80 cruise ships from all over the world.
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