In one word: unique. Clear water beaches, rocky ocean cliffs, sleepy oceanside communities, caves, hot springs, mud pools, geysers, redwood forests, and Maori Culture give you a glimpse. Terrain offers adventurers opportunities like biking, rafting, spelunking, surfing, and hiking.
THE MARVEL
7 Days / 6 Nights
Starting and ending in Auckland General New Zealand travel FAQ's at bottom of page |
ADVENTURE HIGHLIGHTS
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REGISTERCost: $3999
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ADVENTURE INCLUDES:
NOT INCLUDED: International Flights, extra nights before or after trip, 2 lunches on free days 4 & 5
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Pace 3 – Several destinations, average time in each location: 2-3 days.
Activity Rating 3 – Activities of mild-moderate intensity, average level of fitness required.
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ITINERARY:
Day 1: Arrive and Acquaint
Day 2: Coromandel Peninsula
Day 3: Cathedral Cove & Hot Water Beach
Spend the morning on a short hike to Cathedral Cove, a stunning rock archway right on the beach. Walk or wade through the tunnel - depending on the tide. We will monitor the tides and head to Hot Water Beach where a natural hot spring seeps up through the sand. Dig your own personal hot tub, relax, and watch the waves crash on the beach.
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Day 4: Mount Manganui - Gondola & Luge
Mt Manganui is a unique surfside town dwarfed by the dormant volcano Kiwis affectionately call “The Mount.” With the bay and the ocean only blocks apart, there is plenty to explore. Continue to Rotorua and catch the gondola to the top of Mt. Ngongotaha for a stunning view of Rotorua’s lakes and geothermal areas. Take a leisurely luge ride through the fern trees to the bottom.
Day 5: Whakarewarewa Redwood Forest - Maori Village & Hangi
Day 6: Waitomo Glowworm Caves - Black Water Rafting
Experience bio-luminescent golwworm on the original glowworm cave boat tour. Then Cruise through the underground labyrinth of the Ruakuri Cave on one of the most unique adventures we offer. Walk through limestone caves, splash through small underground waterfalls, and float down an underground river lit from above by glowworms. This location is also home to one of the top 5 short hikes in all of New Zealand.
Day 7: Departures & Extensions
Cherish our memories and say our goodbyes in Auckland where our tour ends.
Itinerary extension options:
- Taupo
- Tongariro Crossing
- Bay of Islands
THE MARVEL GALLERY
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