Te Pā Tū Evening Cultural Experience - Private Tour from Auckland

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Itinerary

1. We pickup travellers from most locations in the Auckland CBD location. If your pickup location is not available on the list, please do not hesitate to contact us and we will do our very best to accommodate your request.

   15 min

2. The Bombay Hills are a range of hills to the south of Auckland, New Zealand. Though only a small and seemingly insignificant range of hills, they lie at the southern boundary of the Auckland region, and serve as a divide between Auckland and the Waikato region. directly named after the ship Bombay, The ship itself was named after the Indian city of Bombay (now Mumbai). Bombay Means: a breed of black short-haired medium-sized cat.

   Passes by

3. We stop to get some great coffee, tea, scones or pies (at your own expense) and a comfort break before we continue our journey into the Waikato region.

   15 min

4. We will also pass through the unique town of Tirau (the corrugated iron sculpture capital of the world) known for its antique shops and animal-shaped corrugated iron buildings.

   10 min

5. Before we head on to Te Pā Tū, we visit and discover the fantastic local landmarks, including the Museum, Government Gardens, Lake Rotorua, and Blue baths, as well as a multitude of picturesque and gorgeous surrounding areas. The Museum and Blue Baths building are currently CLOSED due to seismic issues.

   15 min

6. The most award-winning Māori culture attraction in New Zealand... Embark on a journey to the outskirts of Rotorua, to a Māori village nestled in an ancient forest. Voted Top 10 Experience in the World, this is a cultural experience like no other. Delivered with genuine heart and soul, Te Pā Tū offers a window in to a truly riveting, spirited way of life.​ Experience an evening of ceremonial ritual, powerful cultural performance, storytelling & Hangi feasting. Warriors emerge from the forest by canoe to perform the powhiri, an ancient ceremony of welcome that allows visitors safe passage into the village nestled within a native Tawa Forest. As you wander beneath the stunning forest canopy, the pre-European village the village comes alive with sights, sounds & activity of days gone by including haka, poi, tattooing, weaving, carving and arts of warrior training. You will have the opportunity to participate in these activities.

   4 hAdmission included

7. ​After an enchanting fun-filled cultural experience at Rotorua, it is now time to head back to Auckland to conclude your evening and drop-off at your hotel in Auckland. We can also drop you at your accommodation in Rotorua if you are staying locally in the region.

   15 min

Cancellation

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How it compares in Auckland

• Its from-price is 172% above the median of the 356 day trips we list in Auckland.
• Its length is typical for the group.
• By number of reviews it ranks 72 of 356.

About Auckland

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The Sky Tower rises above the central city and the waterfront, where the Viaduct Harbour and Wynyard Quarter are lined with restaurants and yachts, fitting Auckland's nickname, the City of Sails. Mount Eden and One Tree Hill, two of the many volcanic cones scattered across the city, give panoramic views.

Top-ranked sights in Auckland: Auckland Harbour Bridge, Waiheke Island, North Head Historic Reserve (Maungauika).

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