Rotorua Highlights including Wai-O-Tapu, Te Puia & Lunch

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 R...Show More

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 RotoruaGovernment Gardens, Blue Baths, Whangapipiro (Rachel Spring) & Rotorua MuseumTime at chosen activitiesWaikato Farm Region Inclusions:Complimentary hotel pick-up and drop-off in Auckland Lunch - Free choice from a set menu, provided on the day90 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-guideComfortable, air-conditioned transportSmall group size for a personalized experienceItinerary: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. Wai O Tapu - Spend approximately 90 minutes stepping 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!5. Lunch Break (45 min) - Enjoy a delicious lunch (included), ready for your afternoon activity6. Te Puia - Next, 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. Rotorua City Highlights – Before departing 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. 8. 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.