Shore Excursion: Geothermal Rotorua with Maori Cultural Performance at Whakarewarewa
Highlights
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Begin your day with morning pickup from the Port of Tauranga. Start with an overview of Mt. Maunganui, then head to Rotorua, stopping along the way to sample kiwi fruit, one of New Zealand’s top exports. Continue by road past a redwood forest and Blue Lake on the way to Rotorua. More than 500 hot springs and 65 geysers are active around Rotorua. You'll visit Whakarewarewa, the Living Maori Village, which is home to the Pohutu Geyser and steaming hot springs, as well as Maori cultural exhibits like dance performances. Next, drive through Government Gardens (Paepaekumana) and past the Polynesian Spa, then have lunch (own expense) at Lake Rotorua. See attractions like the Skyline Gondola and luge ride, and snap photos of Lake Rotorua from the cafe. You can sample New Zealand’s renowned manuka honey at Mossop’s Honey, before returning to Tauranga.
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Tour info
Why take this tour?
Voted our most popular Tour Enjoy a full-day guided tour from your cruise ship arrival in Tauranga. This tour is perfect for people wanting a great day sightseeing this diverse area including Tauranga, Mt Maunganui and Rotorua with a focus on the geothermal area with entry to Whakarewarewa, "The living Maori Village." See the stunning Pohutu Geyser and bubbling mud pool. Enjoy a 1-hour guided tour with a local guide to learn about the history and culture and enjoy a Maori Cultural Performance. Plus much more .... * Kiwifruit Orchard Tour with complimentary tasting * Government gardens and Rachels Pool * Polynesian Spa * Watch river rafting at a local Waterfall * Beautiful Blue lake and Redwood forest * Free Wi fi & bottled water
What’s included?
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Bottled water -
Port pickup and drop off -
Local guide -
Lunch
Things to know
Before you book
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Duration: 7h
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Mobile tickets accepted
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Instant confirmation
Cancellation Policy
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
About operator:
I offer personal and customised guided tours for visitors to New Zealand ithe Bay of Plenty including Tauranga, Mt Maunganui Rotorua and Hobbiton. I specialise in Cruise Ship Shore excursions to Rotorua's Geothermal area, highlights include the magnificent Pohutu Geyser , bubbling mud pools and Maori Cultural performance and I excel in showcasing our region with visitors and cruise ships passengers arriving at the Port of Tauranga. Personalised tours also to Hobbiton lord of the Rings Movie set Other attractions include Mt Maunganui's stunning beaches ( Voted by Tripadvisor as New Zealand best in February 2015) Kiwifruit Country ( kiwifruit orchard Tour and complimentary tasting ) Skyline Gondola ( optional luge rides ) Agrodome Sheep and farm experience plus explore Forests, Lakes ,Waterfalls, Hells gate , Polynesian spa , Skyline Gondola and luge plus lots more . We also offer airport Transfers to Auckland Airport and transfers for passengers departing Auckland Cruise Ship Terminal.
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