Cathedral Cove Day Trip from Auckland
In Auckland
From
£173
pp
0 day · 5.0 (12)
Your day will begin with a pick up from your central Auckland hotel in an air conditioned minivan. Then there is a scenic 2-hour drive to the small Coromandel town of Tairua.
From here, take a 15-minute guided hike to the summit of Mt. Paku, a small volcano with amazing views of the Coromandel coastline. Then after a short drive, proceed with your small group to complete a 1.5-hour walk to the magnificent Cathedral Cove, with the option of visiting the other coves along the way. You will spend at least 30 minutes enjoying the beach and coastline at Cathedral Cove.
After the walk back and another short drive, spend some time dipping your toes in the unique natural hot springs at Hot Water Beach (exact timing depends on the tide schedule). Lunch will be from a boutique café at Hot Water Beach or Hahei Beach (own expense) before returning to Auckland around 6pm.
Free cancellation
Pickup included
What's included
- BOTTLED_WATER
- Hotel or port pickup and drop-off
- Driver/guide
- Transport by minibus
- AIR_CONDITIONED_VEHICLE
What's not included
- Food and drinks
Itinerary
- Dip your feet in the natural hot spring water that comes out onto the beach. (30 min)
- After a short 30 min walk, enjoy the spectacular scenery of Cathedral Cove. White cliffs, off shore islands, and soft sand. (45 min) Admission included
- After a long drive, get your blood moving with a short 10-minute hike to the top of an extinct volcano. Enjoy the magnificent views from the top, including beaches, old volcanoes, and offshore islands. (30 min)
Meeting & end point
Meeting point
If a hotel pickup is not selected, please wait at the steps at 148 Quay St in front of Daikoku Restaurant and opposite the entrance to Queens Wharf, and your guide will meet with you there
We will message you the day before the tour to tell you which vehicle to look out for and the exact pickup time
End point
If a hotel pickup is not selected, please wait at the steps at 148 Quay St in front of Daikoku Restaurant and opposite the entrance to Queens Wharf, and your guide will meet with you there
We will message you the day before the tour to tell you which vehicle to look out for and the exact pickup time
Practical information
- Operated by
- Voltours Limited
- Max group size
- 9 travellers
- Travellers per booking
- 1–9
- Languages
- en
- Confirmation
- INSTANT
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation available.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Important notes
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Frequently asked questions
The tour runs for around 10 hours. Times are approximate and may vary depending on group size, traffic, and site conditions on the day.
What's included is set out in the tour description above. As a general guide, transport and guiding are normally covered; meals, personal expenses, and gratuities are typically extra unless the description states otherwise.
We don't hold specific age or fitness guidance for this tour. Read the activity description carefully and, if in any doubt, speak to your cruise line's excursion desk before you book.