The Polynesian Spa and Rotorua highlights

Join me as we travel on the scenic route from Tauranga to Rotorua (exploring its best bits on the way) where we will visit the award winning Polynesian Spa! Nestled on the shores of Lake Rotorua lies Polynesian Spa - the best Geothermal Spa in Australasia (LUXlife Leaders in Luxury Awards 2026) - a geothermal bathing and soul-soothing retreat, where you can experience wellness sourced from Rotorua’s very own backyard. Enjoy natural hot mineral bathing and spa treatment facilities which were built on the site of historic bathhouses for which the city became world famous in the 1800s with advertising slogans inviting people to “come take the waters”. Waters from two natural springs are fed into the 28 mineral pools at Polynesian Spa. One acidic spring relieves tired muscles, aches and pains while the alkaline waters from another nourishes and rejuvenates skin. Post spa, there is so much more to see in Rotorua - a city that is as unique for its geothermal activity as for it's cultural significance!

I will collect you from the Tour Cruise passenger exit at Port of Tauranga and then transport you via your exclusive private vehicle across the 75km to Rotorua which passes through some incredible scenic views and stopping points including world-class beaches, kiwifruit and avocado orchards, dairy farms and lush farmlands, waterfalls and Kahikatea forests and scenic lakes (Lake Rotoiti, Lake Rotorua). Arrive at a Rotorua spa to relax in hot mineral pools or pamper yourself with spa amenities. Optional use of saunas, geothermal mineral baths, and wellness therapies. Lunch at a local cafe with scenic views A Rotorua City highlights tour featuring geothermal activity and cultural immersion Return to Port via an alternative route to enable additional stops and views of New Zealand's unique fauna and nature Arrive at Port in good time for cruise boarding allowing time for debrief, farewell photo opportunities and any assistance re-boarding the vessel