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This tour delivers the true “best of both worlds” by combining Rotorua’s most iconic cultural and geothermal attraction with its most unique wellness experience, all in one seamless day trip from Auckland.
At Te Puia, guests explore the dramatic Geothermal Valley, see the powerful Pōhutu Geyser in action, walk among steaming vents and bubbling mud pools, and gain meaningful insight into heritage at the Māori Arts & Crafts Institute. A traditional cultural hka performance bringing stories, and songs to life in an authentic setting.
The journey then shifts from discovery to relaxation at Hell’s Gate, NZ’s most famous geothermal mud spa. Here, travellers soak in mineral-rich sulphur waters and enjoy a rejuvenating mud bath long valued for its natural skin and wellness benefits. Few experiences combine culture, nature, geothermal wonders, and therapeutic spa time in a single day — making this tour both enriching and revitalising, not just sightseeing but a full Rotorua experience.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Kindly arrive at your hotel entrance at least 10 minutes before the scheduled time.
Look out for the vehicle number provided to you for easy identification.
To ensure a smooth experience, please make sure you have shared the correct hotel address and contact details with us.
If possible, we recommend using a local SIM card or enabling international roaming, and installing WhatsApp for convenient communication throughout your trip.
Itinerary
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1Auckland
Easy pickup's from all major hotels from Auckland CBD. Pickup beings from 5:45 AM. Scenic drive to Ruakura / Tirau for a brief coffee stop for 15 minutes, and continue the journey to Rotorua.
3 hours • Admission ticket free -
2Te Puia
Te Rā Experience – Te Puia’s Signature Day Visit Step into the heart of Rotorua’s geothermal valley and living Māori culture. The Te Rā experience takes you through the spectacular Te Puia Thermal Valley, where you’ll witness the mighty Pōhutu Geyser erupting, steaming vents, and bubbling mud pools surrounded by native bush. You’ll also visit the Kiwi Conservation Centre and the prestigious NZ Māori Arts & Crafts Institute, where master carvers, weavers keep ancient traditions alive. It’s a perfect blend of natural wonders, heritage, and storytelling in one unforgettable visit. Haka Cultural Performance Feel the power, pride, and passion of Māori culture come alive. Inside Te Puia’s beautifully carved meeting house, performers present traditional waiata (songs), poi dance, stick games, and the world-famous haka war dance. This high-energy performance offers an authentic and moving connection to Aotearoa’s indigenous heritage and is often the cultural highlight of any Rotorua visit.
3 hours • Admission ticket included -
3Hell's Gate Geothermal Reserve & Mud Spa
Hell’s Gate Mud Spa. Discover New Zealand’s most unique geothermal spa at Hell’s Gate, Rotorua’s famous thermal reserve known for its healing mud and mineral-rich waters. Set in an active geothermal landscape of steaming cliffs, hot waterfalls, and bubbling pools, this experience lets you soak in warm sulphur spas and enjoy a rejuvenating full-body mud bath used for centuries by local Māori for its therapeutic benefits. The natural minerals help cleanse, exfoliate, and relax the body while the surrounding geothermal scenery creates a truly otherworldly atmosphere. After the mud bath, cool off in the plunge pool and leave feeling refreshed, revitalised, and glowing.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
4Auckland
From Hell's Gate, we head back to Auckland CBD via Tirau, a charming rural township known as New Zealand’s “corrugated iron capital,” famous for its quirky animal-shaped buildings, boutique gift shops, and cosy cafés. It’s a popular stop between Auckland and Rotorua, offering a relaxed country vibe and great photo opportunities. On the way back, we will drop off our friendly tourists at the Airport Transfer, and Airport hotels.
3 hours • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Traveling time will be approximately 12hrs including the travel, guided tour, attraction and sight seeing
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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