Depart Rotorua in the morning and travel south into New Zealand’s geothermal heartland.

• Scenic geothermal landscapes

Stop at the Aratiatia Rapids to witness the powerful river gates opening.

• Aratiatia Rapids viewpoint

Lunch stop at the Taupō lakefront with one hour allocated. Guests purchase meals from the menu.

• Lake Taupō lunch stop
• Meals at own expense

Visit the famous Huka Falls to see the vibrant blue water rushing through a narrow gorge, followed by a walk along the shores of Lake Taupō.

• Huka Falls lookout
• Lake Taupō shoreline walk

Evening free time in Taupō to relax by the lake or choose optional activities.

• Free evening in Taupō

Morning departure from Taupō, travelling north along the scenic Thermal Explorer Highway.

• Thermal Explorer Highway drive

Morning break at the Blue Spring (Putaruru) for a short walk to view the crystal-clear water source.

• Blue Spring nature walk

Lunch stop in Cambridge or Hamilton with one hour allocated. Guests purchase meals from the menu.

• 1-hour lunch break
• Meals at own expense

Final leg of the journey back to Auckland City.

• Scenic return journey

04:30 PM – Drop-off at the original Auckland City pick-up point.

• Central city drop-off