I can’t recommend this trip enough! I was a little nervous to go on my own but the guide Jason made it so welcoming and fun! Meeting new people and ending the tour as friends was such a highlight!
$599.00 NZD
Auckland > Coromandel
Friday to Sunday
Weekend Road Trip to Coromandel
Get amongst our weekend tour to the Coromandel Peninsula and Cathedral Cove. Its pristine golden beaches are perfect for water activities and relaxing, even in our famous Hot Water beach where you can dig your own mini-jacuzzi! Misty forests and natural hideaways make it the perfect holiday getaway with new friends!
Trip Details
The Particulars
Price
$599.00 NZD
You can secure your spot with a $99 deposit and pay the rest later! Check our Terms & Conditions for more details.
Meeting point
On Friday, you’ll need to meet us at 6PM in Auckland CBD at Lylo Hostel on Cook St
We will be finishing this tour on Sunday at 6pm in Auckland CBD.
On the road
3 days, 2 nights
Group size
Small groups of up to 12 people
Taking part
You must be 18+ years old to book
Accommodation
Multi-share hostel with shared facilities
Tour staff
You will have a local tour leader with you during your road trip with us. They will be your driver, host, cook, and new best mate!
Availability
2023 dates
- 24th February – 26th February
- 10th March – 12th March
- 7th April – 9th April
- 21st April – 23rd April
What's Included in this tour?
Tasty continental breakfasts every day
Comfortable mini-bus transport & passionate local kiwi guides
2 nights at a boutique hostel accommodation (dorm share)
Walk to the Cathedral Cove, one of the most picturesque spots (and there are many) in The Coromandel.
Dig a mini-Jacuzzi at world famous 'Hot Water Beach'
Enjoy and relax at the beautiful Hahei beach
Climb aboard for a captivating train ride to the EyeFull Tower and through regenerating forest.
Witness the Famous L&P bottle in Paeroa - an awesome photo spot.
Stop at Pokeno for an opportunity to grab an ice cream with up to 18 scoops!!
Experience the Coromandel Zipline and glide through the forest on a unique zipline canopy tour
Experience Coromandel’s breath-taking native forest
What You’ll See & Do
Welcome aboard! Today is the first day of our Backyard Roady. After a quick meet and greet in Auckland, we load into our van and head south towards the Coromandel Peninsula. Whilst in the van your tour leader will explain all the add on activities you can do in Coromandel and you can book it all in! It is a late start so we will be pretty much just getting to our destination and heading out for our first group dinner.
Accommodation: Multi-share hostel with shared facilities
In the Morning, your guides will prepare a continental breakfast before heading off over to the East Coast of the Coromandel Peninsula. Our first stop will be at the stunning Cathedral Cove which includes an easy walk down to the beach. If you would like to, jump on a Sea kayak Tour and explore the area from the water instead. Afterwards we will head to Hot Water Beach for an opportunity to dig your own spa to soak in! We then pop over to Whitianga for a little explore before making our way back to Coromandel Town where the night is yours to explore and have some dinner.
Accommodation: Multi-share hostel with shared facilities
Included meals: Breakfast
Included activities:
- Hot Water Beach
- Cathedral Cove
Optional activities:
- Cathedral Cove Kayaking Tour – $145
Our last day, but still a lot to get through! After breakfast, we will head over to Coromandel Zipline Tours, where you glide through the forest on this unique zipline canopy tour and experience Coromandel’s breath-taking native forest from all levels, as you fly above trees and walk beneath ferns. Hear about Driving Creek’s transformation from kauri logging and gold mining to a thriving hand-planted native forest, a haven for regenerating kauri trees and kiwi. Next up will be a drive south towards Paeroa to see the Famous L&P bottle – an awesome photo spot. Then it is time to head back towards Auckland for drop off by 5pm. Not to forget a quick stop in at Pokeno for an opportunity to grab an ice cream with up to 18 scoops!! A good way to finish off a summer tour.
Included meals: Breakfast
Included activities:
- Driving Creek Railway experience
- Coromandel Zipline Tour
- The Famous L&P Bottle
- Stop at the famous Pokeno Ice Cream shop
Some Important Details
COVID restrictions/changes or cancellations to your booking:
- All cancellations of bookings by you must be made in writing. We will not regard a booking as cancelled unless an email written notice has been received by us from you.
- Cancellation can only be made up to 14 days before the departure of your tour. Once the cancellation is accepted a refund of the total ticket price (less the $99 deposit) will be paid to you. The refundable portion does not include the non-refundable $99 deposit.
- No refunds will be available for cancellations within 14 days of the departure date.
- We recognise that our current tours may require flexibility around cancellations during this evolving global situation. As such, if your travel arrangement to the meetup zone has been affected due to COVID Alert level restrictions your tour purchase will be 100% refundable (excl. any credit card, booking fee).
What to bring:
- We ask that you only bring 2 bags: 1 medium-sized one for your clothes and general belongings, and 1 small day bag to keep with you on the bus
- New Zealand weather can be unpredictable, so make sure you bring swimwear and a towel, as well as warm clothes and a rain jacket
- All bedding is provided, but you can bring your favourite pillow if you like
Some Lovely Words From Past Roadies
Don’t think about it, JUST DO IT ! The guides Jason & Isaac were so humble, knowledgeable and accommodating. 100% recommend the tour, can’t wait for the South Island Tour ! Let’s goooo
The 4 day Northland tour was truly epic and such an amazing way to explore our beautiful country. I have never done anything like it and being quite the introvert I was slightly hesitant but trust me, book it, you will not regret it!!!
100% recommend! I’ve always wanted to explore Northland but never knew where to start so I was extremely lucky to have come across Jason and this amazing trip! Great itinerary, accommodation and delicious food.
Would 100% recommend, so much fun and such a cool way to see NZ with a great bunch of people
I loved this trip and highly recommend Backyard Roadies to every NZer that hasn’t been to the far north. Just an overall amazing experience
Fantastic experience and worth every cent. Jason has very in depth knowledge on all the spots and will take you to a number of different locations you probably wouldn’t normally go to. Thoroughly recommend it for anyone considering it!
