This one-way coach tour travels from Auckland to Rotorua, making stops at some of the North Island's natural wonders and historic sites, including the popular Waitomo Glowworm Caves. Drive by the Maori battle site of Rangiriri, then explore Waitomo's Cathedral Chamber before a boat ride through the Glowworm Grotto. Your guide drives by the Karapiro Dam and through Fitzgerald Glade before arriving at your destination.
One-way tour from Auckland to Rotorua via the Waitomo Glowworm Caves
Explore the Waitomo Glowworm Caves
Drive through beautiful Fitzgerald Glade
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
Modern air-conditioned coach with free WiFi
Morning snack
Picnic lunch served on board the coach (if option selected)
Entry and guided tour of Waitomo Caves
Commentary from your local driver guide
Complimentary hotel pick-up and drop off service from selected inner city hotels
Exclusions
Gratuities (optional)
Departure & Return
Departure point
Tour departs from selected centrally located Auckland city hotelsORSkyCity Travel Center
Departure Time
7:30amHotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.
Return Details
Concludes at 1167 Fenton Street, RotoruaORSelected Rotorua Hotels
What To Expect
Your coach driver-guide picks you up from your Auckland city hotel, driving past the historic site of Rangiriri. Hear about the fierce conflicts that took place here between the invading British and New Zealand's indigenous Maori as you travel toward the Waitomo Glowworm Caves. Upon arrival at the caves, follow your guide into this subterranean wonderland to find impressive galleries inside lofty caverns, including the famous Cathedral Chamber, where stalactites and other fascinating formations hang from the cave ceiling.Next, board a boat for a ride through the Glowworm Grotto, where the phosphorescent light of thousands of glowworms illuminates the caves' limestone walls.Re-board the coach for a drive past the architectural marvel of Karapiro Dam, and enjoy photo ops of beautiful Lake Karapiro. A boxed lunch is served on board (if option selected). Travel along a section of Highway 5, where the interlocking canopy of Fitzgerald Glade forms an arboreal tunnel over the road. Then continue over Mamaku Saddle pass before descending into Rotorua, where you're dropped off at your hotel.
Additional Info
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Infant rates apply provided they do not occupy a seat
All tours are operated by luxury 5 star coaches, equipped with air conditioning, rest-room facilities, and reclining seats. For the comfort of all passengers, all tours have been designated as Non Smoking, with regular stops made for those who wish to smoke.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel At least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.