4 Day (Cruising) – 160-184 kms
This 4 day ride gives you the opportunity to cruise along and get off the Hauraki Rail Trail and see some of the attractions and activities this area has to offer. At the end of the ride take a shuttle back to your start point.

Day 1 – Kaiaua/Miranda to Thames (55kms)
Ride along stop banks beside the Firth of Thames taking in the Kaiaua Shore Birds, lush farm lands and wetlands with magnificent views to the Coromandel Ranges. Secure parking is available at Miranda Hot Springs ($20 per day)

Day 2 – Thames to Paeroa (34kms)
Stop at cafés along the way to refuel before taking a look at the antique shops of Paeroa.

Day 3 – Paeroa to Waihi (24kms)
Take time to explore the majestic Karangahake Gorge, swim at one of the swimming spots along the way.  Enjoy a goldmine tour while in Waihi.

Day 4 – Waihi to Te Aroha (47kms)
Starts at the Waihi Railway station from Waihi back to Waikino, and enjoy the downhill ride through the Karangahake Gorge back to Paeroa. Follow the Hauraki Rail  Trail South to Te Aroha and finish off with a soak at the Te Aroha Mineral Spa.

Starting at the seaside town of Kaiaua (9kms North of Miranda) and finishing at Te Aroha which is less than 1.5 hours drive from Auckland International Airport, you can get your slice of New Zealand in a Four  day fix to experience the diversity of our country.