Overview
On this small group, fully-guided day trip we will not only guide you to and from Wai-O-Tapu but fully guide you through the park to ensure you get a full experience, unlike many other tours.
Highlights:
• Wai-O-Tapu Geothermal Wonderland
• Champagne Lake & Devils Bath
• Rotorua City Highlights
• Waikato Farm Region
Led by our famously 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.
Please note that swimming is not permitted or safe at Wai-O-Tapu.
While the destinations you will be visiting are truly spectacular, we at 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, complementary refreshments and many other pleasant surprises ensure our tours are an experience to remember.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Water available & snacks provided
Optional extra - One-way option from Auckland to Rotorua
Small Group & Fully Guided Tour
Entry Tickets
Food and drinks, unless specified
Gratuities
Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Please pick this location if your hotel is not on our list. We do not pick up from your hotel if it is not listed
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
Hotel Pick ups start 20 mins before the tour time. Please check your pick up time in tour information to ensure you do not miss your pickup. You will be picked up in a 16 seater minibus with Cheeky Kiwi Travel sign-writing on it.
Pick ups are:
Park Hyatt 06:10 AM
Sofitel Viaduct Harbour 06:10 AM
Hilton Hotel 06:10 AM
M Social 06:15 AM
Movenpick Hotel 06:15 AM
Adina Apartment Hotel 06:15 AM
Copthorne Auckland City 06:15AM
Nesuto Stadium Hotel and Apartments 06:15 AM
Pullman Auckland 06:15 AM
SO/Auckland 06:15 AM
JW Marriott Auckland City 06:20 AM
Heritage Auckland 06:20 AM
Ibis Budget Auckland Central (Pick up also for CityLife, Barclay Suites, Holiday Inn Express) 06:20 AM
Crowne Plaza 06:25 AM
Rydges Hotel 06:25 AM
The Grand By SkyCity 06:25 AM
SkyCity Hotel 06:25 AM
Four Points by Sheraton 06:25 AM
Grand Millennium Auckland 06:30 AM
Mercure Hotel 06:30 AM
Kiwi International Hotel 06:30 AM
VR Auckland City, 188 Hobson Street 06:30 AM
Cordis Auckland 06:35 AM
What to expect
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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.
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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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Tirau
10 min
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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Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland
2 hours
Arriving at our feature destination you will experience a fully guided tour of Wai-O-Tapu Geothermal Wonderland. Considered one of the most surreal places on earth, here you will see the famous Champagne Lake, Devil's Bath, local mud-pools, geothermal craters and other geothermal wonders. The colours and activity will take your breath away.
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Rotorua
15 min
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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Auckland
5 min
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.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Pacific/Auckland).
Additional Information
- Please wear comfortable walking shoes and weather appropriate clothing.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Rotorua Highlights Small Group Tour including Wai-O-Tapu from Auckland
Can I cancel Rotorua Highlights Small Group Tour including Wai-O-Tapu from Auckland for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 12 hours.
Where does it start, and is pickup offered?
Please pick this location if your hotel is not on our list. We do not pick up from your hotel if it is not listed Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
What's included?
- Water available & snacks provided
- Optional extra - One-way option from Auckland to Rotorua
- Small Group & Fully Guided Tour
- Entry Tickets
What's not included?
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Which places does it visit?
It visits Auckland Central, Waikato Region, Tirau, Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland, Rotorua.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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