Welcome to one of Aotearoa's corners of paradise! This day tour will guarantee to chill you out and leave you relaxed as if time itself has stopped. You'll experience beautiful pristine beaches, famous cathedral-like coves, stunning forests and breathtaking views. Firstly, you'll be picked up from your hotel in a comfortable minibus, taking you on a scenic drive through the New Zealand countryside as you head down to the incredible Coromandel Peninsula. Your first stops will be at Cathedral Cove, (the spot featuring in The Chronicles Of Narnia: Prince Caspian. This area is a must-see if you're experiencing New Zealand for the first time. There are no roads to this beach so you will need to take an awesome 40 minute bush walk to get there. Once you've arrived to this secluded area, you can take some time to relax, sunbathe, swim, play sports or just enjoy the spectacular views!
Time for lunch at a great local restaurant where you can try some great local food, and even have a beer if you choose (food and drinks additional cost) .
Our next stop is the famous Hot Water Beach, where you can dig a hole in the sand to create a naturally-heated geothermal water bath. *Tip: Dig your hole at the edge of the beach to allow ocean waves to gently roll in and cool you off occasionally. What could be better than a natural geothermal spa on the beach!
Sadly, after Hot Water Beach it's time to make our way back to Auckland, but not without stopping for a quick ice-cream and some more photos.
Fully guided small group return tour from Auckland
