Start your day with a convenient hotel pickup in Auckland CBD between 5:45 AM to 6:00 AM, ensuring you are ready 15 minutes prior. The journey begins with a drive to Kopu, where a brief 15-minute break allows for restroom use and a quick coffee stop.
Continue traveling to Hahei Beach, where travelers can take the shuttle and walk directly to Cathedral Cove. The walk offers stunning views of pristine beaches, rugged cliffs, and crystal-clear waters. For those interested, a boat ride to Cathedral Cove is available but not included in the tour fees. Customers who wish to take the boat ride can pay directly at the boat taxi.
Afterward, enjoy a scenic ride to Whitianga and savor a delicious lunch at one of the restaurants (own coast) on Albert Street, Whitianga. We highly recommend choosing SUBWAY or any fast food chain to manage time efficiently, as cooking times vary between restaurants.
Post-lunch, embark on the enchanting Driving Creek Railway tour, showcasing engineering marvels and artistic creations amidst the lush Coromandel Peninsula. Driving Creek Railway is a unique narrow-gauge railway located near Coromandel Town, offering a scenic train ride through lush native forests and across towering viaducts. Originally built by a local potter, Barry Brickell, to transport clay and timber, the railway now serves as a popular tourist attraction. The journey takes passengers up the rugged hillsides to the "Eyefull Tower," a viewing platform with panoramic views of the Hauraki Gulf and surrounding landscapes. The railway ride is both a fun and informative experience, highlighting local history, engineering, and conservation efforts.
Conclude your tour with a return to Auckland CBD via Thames, where you'll be comfortably dropped off at your hotel, having experienced a day filled with scenic beauty, historic charm, and delightful culinary and cultural experiences.
