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A one‑day guided loop from Wellington that pairs world‑class car collections on the Kapiti Coast and in Upper Hutt with a curated craft‑drink tasting in Petone. Expect coastal scenery, automotive rarities and a relaxed tasting session.
A one‑day guided loop from Wellington that pairs world‑class car collections on the Kapiti Coast and in Upper Hutt with a curated craft‑drink tasting in Petone. Expect coastal scenery, automotive rarities and a relaxed tasting session.
The bus slips out of central Wellington and the harbor shrinks behind you: salt air mixes with the low hiss of the motorway as the Kapiti Coast opens up—wide beaches, weathered pines and the gleam of chrome waiting ahead.
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Operated by Ka Rawe Tours · Wellington, Wellington
The bus slips out of central Wellington and the harbor shrinks behind you: salt air mixes with the low hiss of the motorway as the Kapiti Coast opens up—wide beaches, weathered pines and the gleam of chrome waiting ahead.
This full‑day loop pairs automotive history with modern Kiwi brewing. Start with the Southward Car Museum on the Kāpiti Coast, a purpose‑built hall that houses pioneer machines from an 1895 Benz to 1950s American roadsters—each vehicle a chapter in 20th‑century engineering. The drive takes you past Paekākāriki, where a World War II Marines camp memorial recalls the Allied presence on New Zealand shores, then inland to Upper Hutt’s Cars Inc for a private‑collection feel that complements the more museum‑scale display.
Finish with Jackson Street in Petone, a compact historic retail strip, and a guided tasting at Gear Street Union: three beers, wines or gins (or non‑alcoholic options) are included. The day mixes coastal geology—sandy spits and exposed cliffs visible en route—with local culture: working‑class Upper Hutt car heritage and Wellington’s craft beverage scene.
Practical guidance: pick a day with light traffic, bring photographic ID (NZ law: must be 18+ to drink), and wear comfortable shoes—you’ll be on and off the coach. Expect 6–7 hours total with multiple short stops and two museum admissions included. Carry water between tastings, plan transport back to your accommodation if you’ll drink, and leave space on your phone for photos—there’s a lot of chrome and coastline to record.
Yes—three beverage samples (beer, wine, or gin) are included at Gear Street Union; non‑alcoholic options are available for under‑18s.
The tour collects from central Wellington locations (including cruise port when applicable) and returns to the city at the end of the day.
Children can join for the museum visits but cannot participate in alcohol tastings; infants must sit on laps during transport.
Yes—admission to Southward Car Museum and Cars Inc is included in the tour price.
Ka Rawe Tours operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
The bus slips out of central Wellington and the harbor shrinks behind you: salt air mixes with the low hiss of the motorway as the Kapiti Coast opens up—wide beaches, weathered pines and the gleam of chrome waiting ahead.
The bus slips out of central Wellington and the harbor shrinks behind you: salt air mixes with the low hiss of the motorway as the Kapiti Coast opens up—wide beaches, weathered pines and the gleam of chrome waiting ahead.
This full‑day loop pairs automotive history with modern Kiwi brewing. Start with the Southward Car Museum on the Kāpiti Coast, a purpose‑built hall that houses pioneer machines from an 1895 Benz to 1950s American roadsters—each vehicle a chapter in 20th‑century engineering. The drive takes you past Paekākāriki, where a World War II Marines camp memorial recalls the Allied presence on New Zealand shores, then inland to Upper Hutt’s Cars Inc for a private‑collection feel that complements the more museum‑scale display.
Finish with Jackson Street in Petone, a compact historic retail strip, and a guided tasting at Gear Street Union: three beers, wines or gins (or non‑alcoholic options) are included. The day mixes coastal geology—sandy spits and exposed cliffs visible en route—with local culture: working‑class Upper Hutt car heritage and Wellington’s craft beverage scene.
Practical guidance: pick a day with light traffic, bring photographic ID (NZ law: must be 18+ to drink), and wear comfortable shoes—you’ll be on and off the coach. Expect 6–7 hours total with multiple short stops and two museum admissions included. Carry water between tastings, plan transport back to your accommodation if you’ll drink, and leave space on your phone for photos—there’s a lot of chrome and coastline to record.