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Rotorua Small-Group Day Tour from Auckland

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Overview

Travel in comfort with our small-group guarantee — no long hotel pickup loops, we collect you quickly and head straight to Rotorua. This full-day experience blends geothermal wonders, Māori culture, and scenic landscapes into one seamless trip.

Enjoy a guided visit to Te Puia, home to the world-famous Pōhutu Geyser and the Māori Arts & Crafts Institute, plus time at Lake Rotorua and Government Gardens. Travelers can also customize their day with optional add-ons such as a Māori concert, Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland, or the Polynesian Spa.

Flexible options let you return to Auckland the same evening or finish your journey in Rotorua to explore further. With a maximum of 12 travelers, you’ll experience personalized service, expert commentary, and a smooth journey through New Zealand’s cultural heartland.

What's Included

  • Pickup and drop off from all accommodation in the city centre and
  • Buffet Lunch at Te Puia (vegetarian and gluten free options available)
  • Small-group tour Transport in air-conditioned minibus with luxury leather seating
  • Snacks
  • Gratuities
  • Not suitable for children under 2 years
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Meeting and Pickup

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We pickup for free at all Central Auckland accommodation, hotels, apartments, etc. We only go to the hotels/accommodation which are booked for that day. We also offer a subsidised shuttle service for people staying out of the city centre to bring them to meet the tour coach. Please liaise with us re where you are to be picked up. It is essential you get in contact with this information as soon as possibleWe use shuttles to minimise the time between pickup and tour departure - You will not be driven around for hours at the beginning or end of your tour while other people are being picked up or dropped off

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New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute

Located inside Te Puia this centre is where you can see the end product and the local Maori practising + learning the traditional carving, weaving and other traditional arts .
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Lake Rotorua

Visit the iconic sights of Rotorua including the lake front and weather and time dependent places such as the Redwood forest - town centre - short stops are included
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Te Puia

See geysers, visit the Kiwi house - explore on own or join a guided tour - A buffet lunch is included while you are at Te Puia
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3 hours • Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • We must know where you are staying in Auckland - We do not have a standard meeting place and go only to prearranged hotels and places to meet people
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult - note must be over 2 years old to be on group vehicle
  • Hotel or Accomodation information

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Rotorua Small-Group Day Tour from Auckland?

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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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Rotorua Small-Group Day Tour from Auckland?
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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 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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Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Pickup and drop off from all accommodation in the city centre and.
  • Buffet Lunch at Te Puia (vegetarian and gluten free options available).
  • Small-group tour Transport in air-conditioned minibus with luxury leather seating.
  • Local taxes.
  • Live commentary on board given by experienced guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Snacks.
  • Gratuities.
  • Not suitable for children under 2 years.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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The minimum age to participate is 2. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Rotorua Small-Group Day Tour from Auckland is as follows:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Rotorua Small-Group Day Tour from Auckland will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Destinations. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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  • Pickup and drop off from all accommodation in the city centre and
  • Buffet Lunch at Te Puia (vegetarian and gluten free options available)
  • Small-group tour Transport in air-conditioned minibus with luxury leather seating
  • Local taxes
  • Live commentary on board given by experienced guide
  • Snacks
  • Gratuities
  • Not suitable for children under 2 years

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  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Infant seats are required by law in NZ in private vehicles for children under 7 years - We recommend the same standard be applied for your child's safety and have them available in all vehicles for use of seat and child restraint for the day.
  • Infant meals not included
  • Please note that because of the amount of travel time this tour is not suitable for children under 2 years as part of the group - It can be booked as a private tour - please ask TripAdvisor/Viator to contact us for the custom Tour price
  • We must know where you are staying in Auckland - We do not have a standard meeting place and go only to prearranged hotels and places to meet people
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult - note must be over 2 years old to be on group vehicle
  • Hotel or Accomodation information
  • Pickup address
  • We have been forced to temporarily suspend our policy“We guarantee to travel for one person” due to low numbers and sustained losses caused by Covid19. Until further notice we will need a minimum of “4 people (or price equivalent)” to run tours
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
  • Operated by a business

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  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
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