The largest port in New Zealand and one of its fastest growing cities. Tauranga is one of New Zealand's most popular destinations, with its great climate, golden sand beaches, extensive Harbour, guarded by our extinct volcano, Mauao.  The ship actually berths in Mount Maunganui, the popular beach suburb with a great selection of boutique shops and cafes a short walk from the ship. An hours drive takes you to Rotorua, famous for its geothermal landscape and Maori culture, or visit the Waitomo Glow Worm Caves or the Lord of The Rings movie set at Hobbiton.

Books seats on a shared tour, take a private Signature Class tour or hire a self drive car or convertible sportscar for the day, we have something for everyone. 
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Signature Class
Let us create a tour itinerary to suit your interests, we have a range of vehicles suitable for groups from 2 to 50 persons, from luxury limousines, modern sedans, minibuses and coaches. Any destination or activity can be incorporated into your plan, your own personal guide/driver will take you to the best destinations and will run the tour at a pace to suit you. Decide how long you want the tour to last [minimum of 4 hours] and where to go, no compromises needed. Plenty of options for lunch, from picnics, local cafes or 5 star lodges.                                                                 More information

Helicopter and Aircraft sightseeing Tours
Why not treat yourself to an exhilarating Helicopter flight or small plane sightseeing trip while in Tauranga.  Located just a 10 minute drive from the port, Tauranga Airport allows you access to a range of fixed wing and Helicopter flight seeing options. From a short 5 minute flight over the beaches of Mount Maunganui and your cruise ship to full day excursions. Visit the active marine Volcano of White Island, the Wildlife nature reserve of Mayor Island, or inland the the central plateau to the National Park.  Trips to Rotorua and Waitomo Caves also possible by Helicopter, from 2 persons.     More information

Self Drive Rental Cars & Car Hire
If you find the cost of a fully guided tour too much then why not book one of our late model self drive rental cars. These economical diesel sedans and station wagons suitable for 4 adults or 2 adults and 3 children.  We include a GPS unit pre-loaded with all the best destinations so no chance of getting lost, can plan your itinerary and even refuel for you. Port collection and drop off.   More information

Self Drive Convertible Sports Car Hire
Happy to explore this part of New Zealand on your own, then why not hire one of our convertible sports cars for the day. We can supply a GPS unit pre-loaded with all the best destinations so no chance of getting lost, letting you know when to start heading back to the ship in good time, as we as pre-book any activities.    More information

TRG-1     Tauranga Local Highlights Half Day Tour      $65.00NZ
A half day tour [morning or afternoon options] offers you a chance see the best of the Tauranga region, its harbour and beaches. We offer a guided tour of the historic Elms Mission station, one of New Zealand's oldest buildings, then up to the Minden lookout for panoramic views over the harbour and kiwifruit orchards. Try some great local wines at our tasting stop at Mills Reef, plus a short stop to see a Kiwifruit orchard, before heading back to the ship along the great ocean beach at Mount Maunganui.            More information

TRG-2             Maori Culture & Kiwi 360 Tour              $89.00NZ
No need to travel to Rotorua to experience an authentic Maori Culture, join us on this half day tour to Te Puke, the Kiwifruit capital of the world. A short drive through Mount Maunganui offers you chance to see why so many Kiwis are moving to this go ahead dynamic region. The Kiwi 360 orchard tour shows how the Kiwifruit thrives in this sunny productive area. Enjoy a Kiwifruit afternoon tea then take your seats to be entertained by descendants of one of the original Maori tribes who settled this area.    
Please note: This tour only operates when the  Volendam cruise ship is visiting Tauranga.                                     More information

TRG-3                         Rotorua Shuttle                          $89.00NZ
Want to visit any of the wonderful destination in Rotorua but don't need a fully escorted tour service, with a fixed itinerary, then our new "Rotorua Shuttle" is for you. With 5 dropping off points covering 12 of the main destinations and with three circuits throughout the day, you can choose what you want to do and when.

Plus you can visit many of the other attractions by booking at the Rotorua I-Site who can arrange local transport for you.
Includes discount vouchers for $50                   More information

TRG-4         Rotorua - Te Puia & Hells Gate Tour        $249.00NZ
This full day tour offers you a chance to experience the natural wonders of the geothermal landscape that makes Rotorua a unique destination in New Zealand. Te Puia, Rotorua's leading destination, learn of the traditions and culture of the Maori people, enjoy a cultural performance in the authentic Marae, see the famous Pohutu geysers, the Kiwi Bird, wood carving and flax weaving. Then to Hells Gate, an out of this world landscape full of steaming vents and bubbling mud. You may include a Mud Bath instead of the Hells Gate tour for a small surcharge.                                    More information

TRG-5         Rotorua - Te Puia & Agrodome Tour        $249.00NZ
This full day tour lets you to experience the geothermal wonders of Rotorua and learn about its farming heritage. Enjoy a Maori cultural performance in an authentic Marae at Te Puia, see the native Kiwi bird in its nocturnal habitat. A tour through Rotorua to see the historic Bathhouse and Government Gardens, with time allowed for lunch at a local cafe [at your cost] followed by an informative and humorous insight into New Zealand farming history at the Agrodome's famous Sheep and Farm Show, before heading back to the ship by an alternative route.                                                     More information

TRG-7   Wai-O-Tapu, Picnic Lunch & Te Puia Tour      $285.00NZ
Join us on this full day tour, a chance to experience at close hand the natural geothermal landscape of the Wai-O-Tapu valley. First see the Lady Knox geyser erupt at 10.15, then on our walk through the vally, see the amazing colours of the pools and the smells of the bubbling mud pools. Before travelling on to Te Puia, we will enjoy a picnic lunch at the visitor centre. At Te Puia, you will see a Maori cultural performance on the authentic Marae, the iconic Kiwi bird, wood carving and flax weaving demonstrations, plus geysers, mud pools and much more.                                             More information

TRG-8   Rotorua Te Puia Geothermals & Kiwi 360     $159.00NZ
If you want to see the main sights of Rotorua this tour offers a lower cost option. Join our tour at the Port Gates just 1 minute walk from the gangway. A dedicated tour guide will look after you, making sure you see the main sights at Te Puia, the number one destination in Rotorua. Seats are reserved for the Maori cultural performance on the authentic Marae, see the iconic Kiwi bird, wood carving and flax weaving demonstrations, plus geysers, mud pools and much more.                                                                                       More information

TRG-13         Te Puia, Skyline & Rainbow Springs     $289.00NZ
Te Puia offers the best access to the geothermal activities that make Rotorua a must see destination.  Mud pools, geysers and steaming vents can be viewed as you tour through the Whakarewarewa Valley. Seats are reserved so you can enjoy the traditional Maori cultural performance. A short transfer across the city and we arrive at the Skyline Gondola for a ride up the mountain to the Panoramic Restaurant for a buffet lunch. Then to Rainbow Springs, a showcase of New Zealand's native flora and fauna, before returning to Tauranga and your ship.                                                           More information

TRG-15   Waitomo Glowworm Caves & Kiwi Culture  $299.00NZ
If you want to see more of the lush New Zealand landscape, then this full day tour, taking across the centre of the North Island to Waitomo will be ideal. Leaving Tauranga we first cross the Kaimai Ranges to the farming region of the Waikato. Arriving Waitomo, we join a guided tour of the Glow Worm Caves, then to Roselands Farm for a typical Kiwi BBQ lunch. Then to Woodlyn Park for the famous Billy Black Kiwi Culture Show. May also have time to watch the Rabbit Shearing before leaving for the journey back to Tauranga. More information

TRG-16       Hobbiton, Farm Show & Te Puia Tour       $310.00NZ
This tour combines the famous Lord of the Rings movie set location at Hobbiton, located on a working sheep farm, with Rotorua. The Hobbiton private tour lets us see how this hidden valley was transformed and used in all of the LOTR films. See farm livestock in a small demonstration, before taking lunch at the Shires Rest cafe overlooking rolling hills. We then head to Rotorua to visit Te Puia. Here you can experience the natural geothermal geysers and mud pools, watch a traditional Maori cultural performance on the Marae before heading back to Tauranga.                         More information