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

Itinerary:

1. Auckland - Your tour starts in New Zealand’s largest city!

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 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.

6. Lunch Break

7. Redwoods Tree Walk: After lunch, journey to the majestic Whakarewarewa Forest, home to the towering Californian redwoods. This awe-inspiring  walk takes you high above the forest floor along an elevated canopy walkway, offering an unparalleled perspective of the ancient trees and lush surroundings.

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.