Waitomo Glowworm Caves & Rotorua Day Trip from Auckland

Join a shared guided tour from Auckland that brings together New Zealand’s natural landscapes and living cultural traditions. Travel through the countryside with an English-speaking guide, combining a peaceful cave boat ride with Rotorua’s bubbling mud pools and Māori arts and crafts.

Itinerary

1. Start at Pullman Auckland Hotel & Apartments, Hilton Auckland, SkyCity Auckland, or Grand Millennium Auckland. Complimentary pickup is available from most hotels in Auckland's central business district.
2. Enjoy a 2.5-hour scenic drive to the Waikato region.
3. Take a 30-minute break at the Waitomo gift shop for refreshments.
4. Explore the Waitomo Glowworm Caves on a 1-hour guided tour, followed by a boat ride to look for glowworms. Cave admission is included.
5. Explore Te Puia's geothermal valley in Rotorua, including Pōhutu Geyser, kiwi bird viewing, mud pools, a traditional Māori village, and the Māori wood and stone carving schools.
6. Return to Auckland's central business district hotels at 18:00, with complimentary drop-off available at most hotels in the area.

What's Included

• Waitomo Glowworm Caves admission and boat ride
• Te Puia Geothermal Valley admission
• Round-trip transfers
• Snacks; meals and beverages are not included

Important details

• Arrive at your meeting location 15 minutes before departure