This full-day tour showcases two of Rotorua's most iconic attractions—Te
Puia and Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland—alongside stunning scenic stops and
insightful commentary from your expert guide!

Please note that depending on your selected package and preferences, not all
guests will participate in the same activities, ensuring a tailored and
personalized experience for everyone! ****

Highlights:

• Lake Rotorua
• Government Gardens, Blue Baths, Whangapipiro (Rachel Spring) & Rotorua Museum
• Time at chosen activities
• Waikato Farm Region

Inclusions:

• Complimentary hotel pick-up and drop-off in Auckland
• 90 Minute guided tour at Te Puia (cultural show not included due to time constraints)

• Entry to Wai O Tapu

  
  

• Fully guided tour with an experienced, friendly driver-guide

  
  
• Comfortable, air-conditioned transport
• Small group size for a personalized experience

Itinerary:

1. ** Auckland - Your tour starts in New Zealand’s largest city. As
we drive out of the city your guide will not only set the scene for your
adventure today but also point out and guide you past some of the city’s top
highlights. **

2. ** Waikato –** Exiting Auckland we travel south through the stunning
Waikato countryside, the most extensive farming area in the world,
encountering beautiful scenery, mighty rivers, great photo opportunities,
impressive mountains and several farm animals along the way. During our
adventure in the Waikato we will also stop for a quick coffee break at a
special location.

3. Tirau – Continuing our journey to Rotorua we pass through Tirau
famously dubbed the 'Corrugated Iron Capital of the World' because of the many
unique corrugated iron sculptures and buildings. This town never fails to get
a look and a laugh and our guides will point out all the main highlights on
the way through.

4. ** Rotorua City Highlights **– Arriving in Rotorua we will do a
guided driving tour for you to get your bearings and see the most famous sites
in Rotorua city including: Lake Rotorua, Rotorua Museum, Government Gardens,
Whangapipiro (Rachel Spring) and the Blue Baths.

5. Wai O Tapu - Spend approximately 90 minutes ** s**tepping into
another world at Wai-O-Tapu, renowned for its vibrant geothermal features.
Marvel at the iconic Champagne Pool and the bubbling mud pools. This surreal
landscape offers unforgettable photo opportunities. Please note that depending
on your selected package and preferences, not all guests will participate in
the same activities, ensuring a tailored and personalized experience for
everyone!

6. T e Puia - After a break for lunch, you'll discover the rich
history and traditions of New Zealand’s Māori culture at Te Puia on a guided
90 minute tour. Watch skilled artisans bring ancient techniques to life at the
carving and weaving schools, explore the Kiwi Conservation Centre, and witness
the spectacular Pōhutu Geyser erupting up to 30 metres high in the geothermal
valley.

7. ** Auckland – **Sadly we must start to head north again but your day
is not over with a fully guided return trip to Auckland with secret stops
along the way.