- Auckland Central - Your tour starts in New Zealand’s largest city. As we drive out of the city your guide will not only set the scene for your adventure today but also point out and guide you past some of the city’s top highlights.
- Waikato Region - Exiting Auckland we travel south through the stunning Waikato countryside, the most extensive farming area in the world, encountering beautiful scenery, might 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.
- 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.
- Rotorua - 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. If there is time, we may even visit a special souvenir shop for some discounted shopping and to try Manuka Honey.
After your city highlight drive your tour becomes very flexible and you have the choice between free time to explore or adding (at additional expense) up to two Rotorua attractions to visit including: Te Puia, Wai-O-Tapu, Polynesian Spa, Agrodome & Skyline Gondola. We will pick you up and drop you off at each location as time permits.
- 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.
- Small Group and Fully Guided Tour
- Bottled water
- Entry tickets (purchased activities only)
- Snacks
- Gratuities
- Souvenirs (available to purchase)
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Optional extras and activities - please select the tour option you want at time of booking
Discover the renowned geothermal marvels and Maori cultural heritages of Rotorua at your leisure, including exclusive activities and sights specifically for our Rotorua day tour, all within this guided one-day trip from Auckland.
On the itinerary:
• Rotorua Lake
• Government Gardens, Blue Baths, Whangapipiro (Rachel Spring) & Rotorua Museum
• Spare time for optional activities
• Waikato Agricultural Region
While the places you’ll be exploring are genuinely extraordinary, we at Cheeky Kiwi Travel feel that our small groups, personal tour guides, the travel experience, and the smaller elements are what really distinguish our trips. Expect unexpected stops, wildlife encounters, custom-built vehicles, and several other delightful surprises that make our tours memorably unique.
Our tours are led by our intensely enthusiastic guides, who are recognized for bringing the tour to life with their narratives and deep knowledge of the area. They are carried out in modern, amenity-packed minibuses ensuring your comfort and well-being.
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
- A moderate amount of walking is involved.
- Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair.
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
- Children aged 7 years and below are required to travel in a child safety car seat. If you don’t have a car seat one can be provided (with at least 24 hours notice).
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.