TAURANGA SHORE EXCURSION: V8 TRIKE - 1.5 hour City Sites
Kia Ora! Welcome to V8 Trike Tours, New Zealand
Gold Qualmark Operator *****
2021, 2022 & 2023 Traveler's Choice Award - Top 10% Attraction Worldwide!
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Join us for a unique and thrilling experience on a V8 Chevrolet trike as we explore the beautiful Bay of Plenty. Designed and built in New Zealand, our awesome trikes are powered by 5700cc Chevrolet motors. It’s the ultimate in power and excitement. With a low centre of gravity, our trikes provide a smooth ride with an impressive grip around corners.
Suitable for ages 2+ and all abilities including disabled.
Registered as a car with NZTA and not a motorbike therefore seatbelts are compulsory not helmets.
Suitable for age 2+ and all abilities, special needs, disabled or those with mobility issues.
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By: Mount Hot Pools, 9 Adams Avenue, Mount Maunganui, Tauranga 3116 New Zealand
Trip Advisor Hall of Fame, Gold Qualmark & NZ PoolSafe. This iconic open aired hot ocean water pools treats your body, soul and mind. Outdoor spas with massage jets & large relaxation pool with shoulder spouts 39 degrees, active pool to cool off or swim 33 degrees, children's pool with mini slide and fountains, indoor private pools and onsite massage therapy. Accessibility friendly facility.
* you can return here after your ride, 10 min walk from where your ship is docked *
* 15% discount if you show them your V8 booking! *
Pass By: Mt Maunganui Main Beach, Marine Parade, Mount Maunganui, Tauranga New Zealand
Drive around Mount Maunganui township and alongside one of the ‘best beaches’ in the world, Mount Main Beach is beautiful and showcases some stunning beach front houses and amazing views!
Pass By: Tauranga Bridge Marina, 101 Te Awanui Drive, Harbour Bridge Causeway, Tauranga 3116, New Zealand
Crossing over the Tauranga harbour bridge you will see your cruise ship in the distance. Hear about the Port of Tauranga and how industry has shaped Tauranga to be the busiest port in New Zealand. See amazing views of the harbour, marina, Matakana Island and the impressive Mauao.
Stop At: The Elms | Te Papa Tauranga, 15 Mission Street, Tauranga 3110, New Zealand
The Elms Mission House - this being a place of early contact between Māori and Pākehā, this historic site remains at the centre of Tauranga’s history and identity today. Encompassing category one listed heritage buildings and nationally significant collections, all set within a diverse and tranquil garden setting.
Duration: 5 minutes
Pass By: The Old Tauranga Post Office, 41 Harington Street, Tauranga 3110, New Zealand
The Old Post Office building dates back to 1906 and has been recently renovated and is now operating as Clarence, the boutique Hotel and Restaurant. With its clock tower and red Marseilles tiles, crested ridging and terracotta finials make this a prominent and unique building within Tauranga City Centre,
Stop At: Harbour Drive, Otūmoetai, Tauranga 3110, New Zealand
One of Tauranga's most desirable of locations. Harbour Drive is real estate royalty not only for being waterfront, but is also within walking distance to Tauranga's CBD, restaurants, supermarkets, cafes, golf course, retail shopping, marina and schools but without the hustle and bustle of the city. Stunning views across to Matakana Island and Mount Maunganui, a true beauty spot!
Duration: 5 minutes
Pass By: Bay Oval Cricket Ground, 40 Kawaka Street, Mount Maunganui, Tauranga New Zealand
Bay Oval is a cricket ground in Mount Maunganui, Tauranga in the Bay of Plenty area of New Zealand. The ground was built in Blake Park and opened in 2005. Bay Oval has hosted men's and women's international limited overs matches since 2014. It hosted its first Test match in November 2019.
Blake Park hosts other sporting activities such as Rugby, Hockey, Netball and Soccer.
Pass By: Zespri International, 400 Maunganui Road, Mount Maunganui 3116, New Zealand
Zespri International Limited HQ is the world’s largest marketer of kiwifruit, selling kiwifruit in more than 50 countries. They work with around 2,800 New Zealand and 1,500 international growers and post-harvest companies to source the best-quality Zespri Kiwifruit which they supply through our distribution partners to wholesale and retail customers.
Stop At: Giant Pohutukawa Tree, 24 Pitau Road, Mount Maunganui 3116, New Zealand
This very large old tree, estimated to be approximately 600 years old is the last remaining pre-European Pōhutukawa on the Mt Maunganui ‘sand bar’ and has local Ngäi Te Rangi Iwi significance. It has been reported that in the early days of settlement, several skeletons of pre-European origin were located at the tree's base in a kneeling ceremonial position. Māori leader Kihi Ngatai (Ngai Te Rangi) was quoted in the Bay of Plenty Times that during Cyclone Bola several of the branches broke off and that local Māori would not allow council to cut the tree, as the deceased were once hung from the branches until they decomposed. Their bones were then buried underneath it.
Duration: 2 minutes
Pass By: The Mount Mainstreet, 143 Maunganui Road, Mount Maunganui 3116, New Zealand
Mount Mainstreet is a relaxed, vibrant, boutique shopping strip lined with phoenix palm trees and is home to some of the top designer brands, souvenirs, beauty salons, bars, cafes, restaurants and contemporary and fine art in the Bay.
* we can drop you here for you to explore and walk back to the ship *
Informacion Adicional
"Infant seats available"
"Near public transportation"
"Stroller accessible"
"Most travelers can participate"
"Wheelchair accessible"
"Disabled, special needs are catered for"
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Hora de Inicio:
11:00 AM
Duración: 80 To 90 Minutes
Lugar de comienzo: Maunganui Road - Shopping Centre, Mount Maunganui 3116, New Zealand
Cancelaciones y devoluciones:
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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