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This tour includes everything you need to enjoy a fantastic experience in the spectacular Karangahake Gorge, between Paeroa and Waihi in New Zealand. You'll be provided with premium quality ebikes that are custom fitted to your needs before your ride. Lunch and morning afternoon teas include a mix of home baked goods and healthy snacks. All transport to and from the trail is provided in a comfortable modern air-conditioned shuttle van with your experienced guide at the wheel.
This tour is fully supported, so you can ride the beautiful Karangahake Gorge with the confidence that help and support is never far away.
Includes a guided ride around the rim of the historic Martha Gold mine pit in Waihi.
Includes a visit to the underground kilns at the Waikino Gold museum in Waikino.
Includes an option for taking the 'Windows Walk" to the historic gold mine tunnels in the area.
Option to take the historic train journey from Waikino to Waihi (additional cost)
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Guests are picked up from their desired Auckland location and transported by air-conditioned shuttle van to the trail start in Waikino, Waikato area. Travel time to the trail is around two hours from Auckland. Drop-off after the ride also involves a two hour shuttle journey back to Auckland
Itinerary
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Auckland (Pass by)
Pickup in air-conditioned shuttle van from Auckland location.
Admission ticket free -
1Waikato Region
Travel through the scenic farm countryside of the Waikato region to Waikino.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
2
Wander around the historic gold processing equipment and take a tour to the underground kilns used for gold ore processing. Lunch is also served in the domain like grounds beside the river in Waikino
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
3
Ride the second section of the Karangahake Gorge from Waikino to Waihi and back again (14km each way). This section of trail is steeped in history from the Gold rush days and has masses of interesting features and scenic sights along the way. Your R&R support wagon will be strategically positioned along the way for refreshments and a bite of lunch at one of the many stunning rest points on this trail. For some added site seeing there is a 45 minute historic train ride available from Waikino to Waihi most weekend days, and also an interesting walk around the Waihi Mine pit to add to your riding adventure.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
4
Engage in a guided ride around the Martha Gold Mine pit to view the spectacular crater and lovely garden surroundings
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
5
Ride the beautifully scenic, bush clad section of the gorge, including the historic rail bridge and 1200m long tunnel, built in 1903 for the gold train. Take in the natural beauty of the gorge and it's river as you cruise along on your comfy ebike.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
6
Finish your ride in the iconic rural township of Paeroa, home of New Zealand's famous soda drink, Lemon and Paeroa
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7Waikato Region
Travel through the scenic New Zealnd backcountry of the Waikato region.
1 hour 45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Auckland (Pass by)
Drop-off back to Auckland to guests desired drop-off location
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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