Discover the Coromandel Peninsula with Cheeky Kiwi Travel. You travel in a small group in a modern, comfortable minibus, and your local guide shares stories about New Zealand throughout the day. Drive from Auckland through the Waikato region to the Coromandel, with short stops for walks and photos among white sand beaches and native forest. When time and conditions allow, guides often add extra lookouts and beaches along the way.

Both options visit Cathedral Cove, one of New Zealand’s most famous beaches, which appeared in the film The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian. The walk to the beach takes about 40 minutes each way and includes steep slopes and stairs. You also enjoy lunch from a local eatery in the seaside village of Hahei, chosen from the menu on the day, with vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free options available. On fine days, you can take your lunch to the beach.

The rest of your day depends on the option you choose. The dates for each option are scheduled in advance, based on tide times. With the Hot Water Beach & Cathedral Cove Small-Group Day Tour, dig your own hot pool in the sand at Hot Water Beach. This option only runs on days when the tide allows access, and spades are provided. With the Cathedral Cove & Coromandel Coastal Adventure, visit other beautiful beaches and viewpoints instead.