Rotorua Explorer

5 Days / 4 Nights

Day 1: Arrive Auckland
On arrival at Auckland International Airport, you will be met and transferred by private car and driver to your hotel. The remainder of the day is at your leisure in Auckland.

Day 2: Auckland – Waitomo – Rotorua
Travel South following the mighty Waikato River and through the prime Waikato farmlands to Waitomo. Enjoy a guided visit through the subterranean Waitomo Cave, concluding with a boat ride to see the lights of the glowworms.

On conclusion travel south to Rotorua, renowned for its geothermal activity.

Day 3: Discover Rotorua
Three iconic attractions are included today, Te Puia Geothermal Reserve, where you will see boiling mud pools and steaming geysers, Rainbow Springs, to learn about our native flora and fauna and the opportunity to see our native bird, the Kiwi. Lastly a visit to the Agrodome to learn about our farming heritage, including an entertaining farm show.

This evening enjoy a Maori Hangi and Cultural performance at Tamaki Village.

Day 4: Rotorua – Auckland
Time is available today to enjoy further activities in Rotorua before heading back to Auckland.
Perhaps a stop at “Hobbiton Movie Set” located in Matamata in the heart of New Zealand, where you step into the pastures of the Shire™, as featured in The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit trilogies.
(To avoid disappointment we recommend that you pre book this activity well in advance).

Day 5: Depart Auckland
Self Drive | Return your rental car to Auckland Airport .
Seat on coach | Today you will be transferred from your hotel to Auckland Airport