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Private Tour From Auckland To Rotorua incl. Te Puia & Māori Haka

Auckland, New Zealand
  • 11 hours (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Experience a personal encounter with our people, culture and place. Explore the Government Gardens, the Whakarewarewa Valley, home to the active Pohutu Geyser. Discover the boiling mud pools and waters which are still used to cook. Enjoy a tour of Te Puia, an interactive weaving experience, plus a traditional hangi lunch to enjoy in front of Pohutu Geyser.
  • Hotel pickup and dropoff
  • Complimentary refreshments and lunch
  • Chance to see the towering water jets of Pohutu Geyser
  • Insights into Māori heritage & historical uses of the land

What's Included

  • Fully guided private return transfers from Auckland
  • Complimentary pick up and drop off from Auckland
  • Complimentary refreshments and water on board
  • A local English-speaking tour escort throughout the tour
  • Luxurious temperature controlled transportation in a minibus
  • Complimentary High-Speed Internet on-board the minibus
  • Lunch
    Hangi Buffet Lunch at Te Puia Geothermal Valley
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • WiFi on board
  • Private transportation
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Enjoy a scenic drive through lush countryside with opportunity for photo stops
  • Sightseeing of historical government gardens, blue bath and Whangapipiro thermal springs
  • Chance to see the towering water jets of Pōhutu Geyser
  • Spot the iconic New Zealand kiwi bird at the nocturnal house
  • Up-close look at the valley's immense bubbling mud pools
  • Captivating experience of the Whakarewarewa geothermal wonderland
  • Insights into Māori heritage & historical uses of the land
  • Traditional weaving tutorial to craft your own masterpiece
  • Admission to guided tour and hangi buffet lunch at Te Puia Geothermal Valley
  • Admission to traditional Māori cultural performance
  • Rotorua city highlights – Government gardens, Whangapipiro thermal springs & Blue Bath
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Pickup points

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Meeting point

  • Mövenpick Hotel Auckland
    8 Customs Street East, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010, New Zealand

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Operating hours
.6:30 am

Itinerary

1

Auckland Central

15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Bombay Hills (Pass By)

2

Robert Harris

15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

3

Dog and Sheep Shaped Corrugated Metal Buildings

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

4

Te Puia

3 hours Admission Ticket Included

5

Government Gardens

1 hour Admission Ticket Free

6

Auckland Central

15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Infant seats available
  • Near public transportation
  • Stroller accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • You must be able to climb and descend stairs and walk on unpaved or uneven terrain.
  • Please wear comfortable clothing suitable for the conditions, walking shoes, sun protection, jacket/warm layer, camera & essential personal items.
  • Special dietary requirements catered for upon request, please advise at the time of booking. Preferences and requests cannot be guaranteed. Special requests are subject to availability.
  • Children below 8 years old are required to travel in a child safety car seat.
  • Children between 5-7 years old are also recommended to be in a booster seat for their safety.
  • Licensed bar available at Te Puia, drinks available for purchase at an additional cost.
  • Tours are suitable for people of all ages and average fitness. Our scenic walks are short and optional. Please let our guide know at check in if you have any fitness concerns.
  • Please dress with an additional layer of clothing (in winter) & closed toe footwear.
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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