RUAKURI CAVES & HAMILTON GARDENS - Day Tour from Auckland
ID: GYG811048-1292825
Category:
Country: Denmark
Duration:
10:00 hours
Description
Explore the stunning Ruakuri Cave with glowworms and waterfalls, then stroll through the beautiful themed landscapes of Hamilton Gardens on this scenic day tour from Auckland.
Ruakuri Caves and Hamilton Gardens Day Tour from Auckland
Discover two of New Zealand’s most unique attractions on this full-day tour from Auckland. Explore the mesmerizing Ruakuri Cave, an underground wonder featuring spectacular limestone formations, glowworms, and hidden waterfalls. Then, enjoy a peaceful stroll through the award-winning Hamilton Gardens, where themed landscapes from around the world bring history and culture to life.
Tour Highlights:
Ruakuri Cave Tour – Experience the longest guided underground walking tour in New Zealand, marveling at glowworms, intricate rock formations, and underground streams.
Hamilton Gardens – Explore beautifully designed gardens inspired by different cultures, including Japanese, Italian Renaissance, and Māori-themed landscapes.
Scenic Drive – Travel in comfort through picturesque countryside, with stops for refreshments and stunning photo opportunities.
This tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off, a professional guide in Ruakuri Caves, transport in a comfortable vehicle, and entry to Ruakuri Cave. Hamilton Gardens is a self exploration or self-guided tour. Perfect for nature and culture lovers!
Highlights
- Experience New Zealand’s longest guided underground walking tour.
- Journey through themed gardens from around the world at Hamilton Gardens
- Stroll through the stunning Paradise Garden Collection and the Fantasy Collection
- Experience glowworms, limestone formations, and hidden waterfalls.
- Take in the breathtaking landscapes of Waikato’s rolling hills
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Return to Auckland by late afternoon
Wear weather-appropriate clothing
Check weather conditions before departure
INCLUDED
- Morning pickup from Auckland CBD hotel
- Guided tour of the Hobbiton™ Movie Set
- Complimentary drink at the Green Dragon Inn
- Visit to Hamilton Gardens
- Scenic countryside drive through Waikato
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.