For those who like a little luxury, take a 3-night retreat with Ventouro at Black Barn, a boutique vineyard in Hawkes Bay wine country that’s been voted one of the top 10 vineyard visits in the world.
There are plenty of delights to discover in this winemaking region, and we’re here to guide you to the best of them. During your exploration of the area, we stop off at the grower’s market to experience the beautiful regional food and fresh produce – the very same seasonal ingredients that Blackbarn’s chef will be using to prepare your dinner that night.
A visit to the Hawkes Bay is incomplete without tasting the award-winning wines are created here, and your tour will include exclusive wine tastings at both Blackbarn Vineyard and at Ngatarawa, where you’ll be personally guided by Head Winemaker Peter Gough. In the mornings, wake up in your luxury accommodation to a beautiful breakfast overlooking the vines, with coffee from Rocket to fuel you for the day ahead. Bliss.
With Ventouro's signature trail support you will be able to enjoy each moment of the ride. Your every need is catered for, whether it be a homemade snack while on the bike, tailored tips and information from your local guide or a perfectly selected meal to complete your day.
For more information on itinerary, dates, food and accommodation email info@ventouro.com
Trip Details
Trip Highlights
Stunning Scenery
Wineries and Vineyards
Local cuisine
Details of the trip
4 nights 5 days
Rides between 20 to 50km
Max group size of 10
Vehicle support
Guided rides each day
Couples or shared rooms
Single supplement applies
Airport transfers
All food included
Private wine tastings
Ride nutrition
Daily laundry
Ventouro goodie bag
Ventouro T-shirt
Bike hire included
Itinerary
Arrival Day 1
On arrival at Napier airport, you will be met by a Ventouro staff, depending on time we may stop by Napier the Art-Deco city of New Zealand on our way to your Black Barn retreat set in the Tuki Tuki Valley. Here you will really start your holiday overlooking the vines followed by a meal with our in-house chef that will set the standard for our week ahead. Lodging: Black Barn Retreat
Day 2
Landscapes Ride Cape KidnappersDistance 55km, Grade 1 - 2 Easiest/EasyToday is the first full day of the trip, from the doorstep of our Black Barn lodge, we will ride a fabulous loop to Haumoana onto Te Awanga then Clifton. Here we get expansive views of Cape Kidnappers. We then return on the other side of the Tuki Tuki river with a short stop in Havelock North, before returning via Red Bridge. Lodging: Black Barn Retreat
Day 3
Water ride - Napier50km, Grade 1 Easiest With a short transfer into Napier we start our ride at the bustling seaside village of Ahuriri, where coffee is usually first on the agenda. We head north towards Westshore and onto Bay View, before heading inland along the pleasant limestone trails. The trail loops back towards Napier Airport, then it's a short ride onto the renowned Church Road winery. After lunch, we continue the trail back to the coast arriving at Awatoto.Lodging: Black Barn Retreat
Day 4
Te Mata Peak - Vineyards ride35- 55km, Grade 2 - 3 Easy/intermediate trip to Hawkes Bay is never complete without summiting the Sleeping Giant (Te Mata Peak) and for those keen on a challenge the 6km 399m peak offers a very rewarding view. If you are keen to save your energy we will also drive up the peak, so everyone gets to experience the 360° views over the Hawkes Bay. After gliding down the slopes into Havelock North we loop through the Hawke’s Bay’s western wine growing area, where we will end our day at Ngatarawa Winery.Lodging: n/a
Day 5
Havelock North to Napier - Beachfront
Distance 25km, Grade 1 Easy We will depart your retreat after a relaxed breakfast and head into the quaint village of Havelock North, from here we will head along the trail towards the sea, with fruit trees on one side and the Tuki Tuki river on other. The final part of the journey is along the seaside path before arriving into Napier to the iconic Norfolk Palms that line the main road. Here we will have lunch before heading for the airport or if you prefer to stay a night in town we will drop you at your accommodation.