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Rotorua Small Group Tour incl Te Puia, Buffet Lunch & Concert

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Auckland, New Zealand

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12 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Experience the world famous geothermal and Maori cultural wonders of Te Puia. This unforgettable tour combines natures power and beauty with Maori culture all in one day.

Highlights:
• Te Puia Geothermal Park & Pohutu
• Maori Cultural Village and Arts School
• Rotorua City Highlights
• Waikato Farm Region

While the destinations you will be visiting are truly spectacular, Cheeky Kiwi Travel believe it’s our small groups, guides, the journey and the little details that set our tours well apart. Secret stops, wildlife viewings, specially designed vehicles and many other pleasant surprises ensure our tours are an experience to remember.

This day tour gives you the time to explore Te Puia fully and participate in the activities there, unlike many other tours. Led by our passionate tour guides, notorious for bringing your journey to life by sharing their stories and rich background knowledge, and run in modern, comfortable minibuses packed with extras ensuring your comfort and safety.

What's Included

  • Lunch Traditional Maori Hangi Buffet Lunch
  • Water available & snacks provided
  • Optional extra - One-way option from Auckland to Rotorua
  • Gratuities
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Meeting and Pickup

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- Enjoy the convenience of pick-ups from selected hotels. If your location isn’t listed, simply choose the nearest available option & meet us there!- Pick-ups begin up to 20 minutes before the tour departure time. To ensure a smooth start, please be ready and waiting outside by this time.- Pick-up locations are carefully planned for each tour and may vary by day. If your pick-up location changes, kindly inform us in advance.- Our guides make multiple stops and may arrive within a 10-minute window. To ensure a timely departure, we recommend being ready 5–10 minutes early, as we are unable to wait for late guests.PICKUP TIMES: Park Hyatt 6:10 AM Swiss Belsuites Victoria Park 6:10 AM Sofitel Viaduct Harbour 6:10 AM Hilton Hotel 6:15 AM M Social 6:15 AM Movenpick Hotel 6:15 AM Adina Apartment Hotel 6:15 AM Copthorne Auckland City 6:15 AM Nesuto Stadium Hotel & Apartments 6:15 AM Pullman Auckland 6:15 AM SO/Auckland 6:15 AM JW Marriott Auckland City 6:20 AM Heritage Auckland 6:20 AM Ibis Budget Auckland Central 6:20 AM Crowne Plaza 6:25 AM Rydges Hotel 6:20 AM AM The Grand By SkyCity 6:25 AM SkyCity Hotel 6:25 AM Four Points by Sheraton 6:25 AM Grand Millennium Auckland 6:30 AM Kiwi International Hotel 6:30 AM Mercure Queen St 6:30 AM VR Auckland City, 188 Hobson Street 6:30 AM Cordis Auckland 6:35 AM Sebel Manukau (Not Viaduct Harbour) 6:45 AM

Options & Pricing

Start Time • Daily 6:30 AM

What To Expect

Auckland Central (Pass By)

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.
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Waikato Region

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.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Tirau (Pass By)

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.
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Te Puia

Arriving at our feature destination, Te Puia, you will receive a fully guided tour to best experience the geothermal and cultural wonders including: Pōhutu Geyser, Māori Architecture, The National Māori Arts School, geothermal craters, geothermal events and even the chance to view a Kiwi bird in the Kiwi viewing house. Your ticket price also includes the Maori Cultural Performance and Traditional Maori Hangi Buffet Lunch.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Rotorua

To finish off our Rotorua experience we do a guided driving tour seeing the most famous sites in Rotorua city including: Lake Rotorua, Rotorua Museum, Government Gardens, Whangapipiro (Rachel Spring) & the Blue Baths. If there is time, we may even visit a special souvenir shop for some discounted shopping and to try Manuka Honey.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • 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 24 hours notice).
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately and wear comfortable walking shoes

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Rotorua Small Group Tour incl Te Puia, Buffet Lunch & Concert?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZST).This tour 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. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Average 4.76 out of 5 stars based on 37 traveler reviews collected by City Boat Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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  • Water available & snacks provided
  • Optional extra - One-way option from Auckland to Rotorua
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  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • 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 24 hours notice).
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately and wear comfortable walking shoes
  • 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.
  • Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair.
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Cancellation Policy

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Free cancellation
100% refund
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZST).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This tour 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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