Glowworm Caves & Hamilton Gardens Day Tour from Auckland
Waitomo Glowworm Caves & Hamilton Gardens Day Tour
Starting Point: Auckland (Meet at 7:00 am) Duration: Approx. 10 hours
Attractions: Waitomo Glowworm Caves, Hamilton Gardens
Begin your journey from Auckland with a scenic drive through the Waikato region. Enjoy a short stop in Taupiri for a coffee and restroom break before continuing to the famous Waitomo Glowworm Caves.
Experience an unforgettable guided tour, marveling at the glowworms illuminating the underground caverns. Afterward, enjoy a brief lunch at the Waitomo Homestead Cafe.
Next, visit the stunning Hamilton Gardens, where you'll explore beautifully themed garden collections and immerse yourself in rich cultural and horticultural displays. After exploring, return to Auckland, arriving around 5:00 pm.
This tour combines natural beauty, cultural experiences, and relaxation, making it an ideal day trip from Auckland.
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Glowworm Caves & Hamilton Gardens Day Tour from Auckland
Pickup included
What's included in Glowworm Caves & Hamilton Gardens Day Tour from Auckland
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Auckland
We offer pickups from any part of Auckland. Please mention your preferred pickup location and we will there to greet you 15 minutes before the time of departure.
Sylvia Park Shopping Centre
While traveling towards the South of Auckland, you will be able to see the early morning buzzling traffic that flows towards north. We will be passing by Greenlane, Mount Wellington, Tip Top Ice Cream, Manukau City, Rainbows end, and travel towards the South. Uenuku sculpture - This impressive 8m steel sculpture is located in the Puhinui wetland beside the Auckland Botanic Gardens at Manurewa and is visible from the Southern Motorway. We will discuss more on Ngaati Te Ata Waiohua sculpture represents the deity Uenuku, the god of rainbows, when we drive toward Waitomo Caves.
BombayPass-by Only
The Bombay Hills, well known for its agricultural produces, a small yet notable range of hills south of Auckland, New Zealand, mark the southern boundary of the Auckland region. They serve as a natural divide between Auckland and the Waikato region. The settlement of Bombay, including the Bombay Hills, is named after the ship Bombay, which arrived in Auckland in 1863, bringing settlers to what was initially called Williamson's Clearing.
Inclusions
- In-person guide is licensed or certified
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Gifts & Souvenirs
- All Fees and Taxes
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- ''Travel time is included on the tour duration''
- The product's total duration already takes into account the time spent traveling to each location and the pickup.
- "To secure your tour confirmation and avoid queues, it is recommended to book at least one week prior to travel, as Waitomo Caves entrance fees will be booked in advance."
- Traveler will be required to walk down stairs to get into the boat ride.
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Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 15 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
Pickups can be arranged from all major hotels within Auckland CBD, and from Airport Region. Kindly specify the correct address, contact details to liaise with for easy pickup.
