Rotorua Discovery Te Puia Tour

4.6
(20 reviews)

7 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

This tour ticks all the boxes. If you only have one day to see the unique and special part of New Zealand then this tour is a great option. The tour is informative and fun, and our knowledgeable guides will provide a day of exciting discovery as you journey into the heartland of the North Island. We will visit places the big coaches do not go to and tell you the stories and legends of the land. 
• Native bush and lush countryside
• Geothermal wonders - Geysers, boiling mudpools, bubbling hot springs and steaming sulphur vents
• Stunning volcanic lakes and crystal clear streams
• Visit the Maori arts and crafts institute and see a cultural performance including the famous Haka
• New Zealand's iconic Kiwi bird

What's Included

Fully Guided Tour with commentary
Comfortable air-conditioned transport
Port pickup and drop-off
Maori cultural performance
Experienced professional guide
Lunch
Personal expenses
Souvenir shopping

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The meeting point for passengers off the cruise ships is on the grass by the flag poll just outside the port pedestrian exit gate on Salisbury Avenue. If you are not travelling on a cruise ship then this is still the meeting point unless you have made an alternative arrangement with us.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 7 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    You will have a guided tour of the geothermal valley at Te Puia, Rotorua's leading geothermal destination. Followed by a Maori cultural performance in the Marae. Time to also see New Zealand's native Kiwi bird in the special nocturnal enclosure.

    3 hours Admission ticket included
  • 2

    We will show you the sights of Rotorua city as part of the tour

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 3

    As we depart (or return) to the port of Tauranga you will travel through the city, one of New Zealand's fastest growing city and home to the country's largest port.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    As we depart the Port of Tauranga where you cruise ship is berthed, we will dry through one of New Zealand's most popular and also most expensive beach side suburbs of Mount Maunganui, driving along the sea front of Marine Parade past multi-million dollar home.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    We will be travelling through the world capitol of Kiwi Fruit, otherwise know as the town of Te Puke and its surrounding area. The region produces 85% of the countries Kiwifruit crop. You will see the extensive orchard and their impressive windbreaks on the way to or from Rotorua, out main destination today.

    Admission ticket free
  • 5

    We take a stop to enjoy the impressive formal Government Gardens in the centre of Rotorua. These were the first gardens of their type in New Zealand. We pause awhile by Rachels Spring, a natural geothermal spring, the water of which is used by the Polynesian Spa.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infant rates include own seat on the vehicle but please provide your own baby/child seat if required
  • Family Friendly Tour
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately. We suggest layers with hats and sunscreen
Supplied by Cruise Tours Tauranga

Tags

Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Worry-Free Shore Excursion
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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