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 Zeal...
Highlights
7 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
7 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
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 Points
Departure
1 Salisbury Avenue
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.
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Important Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Infant rates include own seat on the vehicle but please provide your own baby/child seat if required
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Family Friendly Tour
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Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately. We suggest layers with hats and sunscreen
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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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.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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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 Zeal...
Highlights
7 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
7 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
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 Points
Departure
1 Salisbury Avenue
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.
Return
Itinerary
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Te Puia
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
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Rotorua
We will show you the sights of Rotorua city as part of the tour
1 hour
3
Tauranga
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
4
Mount Maunganui
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
5
Te Puke
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.
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Government Gardens
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.
