Epic Scenery Golden sands beckon as you unwind in the Cook Islands. Start your escape in Rarotonga's lush landscapes before soaking up Aitutaki's serene lagoon beauty.
Trip Overview:
Golden sands beckon as you unwind in the Cook Islands. Start your escape in Rarotonga's lush landscapes before soaking up Aitutaki's serene lagoon beauty.
Highlights:
- Stroll from your patio through tropical gardens to the calm turquoise waters of Muri Lagoon.
- Trace ancient Cook Islands history on a guided cultural journey through sacred marae and lush valleys.
- Fly to Aitutaki and settle into beachfront serenity surrounded by tropical gardens and ocean breeze.
- Cruise the glittering Aitutaki Lagoon, snorkelling coral gardens and walking barefoot along Heaven Sand Bar.
- Visit One Foot Island’s tiny post office, sending a postcard from paradise to mark the perfect escape.
Included Services:
- Goway Welcome on arrival with lei greeting
- Roundtrip inter-island flights including taxes
- Arrival and departure airport transfers
- 5 nights Premium accommodation in Rarotonga
- 3 nights Premium accommodation in Aitutaki
- Shared Circle Island Tour in Rarotonga
- Shared full day Lagoon Cruise in Aitutaki
- Unlimited use of beach equipment
- Breakfast Daily (except on Day 1), 1 lunch
Excluded Services:
- Travel insurance
- International, domestic airfare (unless listed as included) & airfare taxes
- Meals and beverages not explicitly listed as included
- Gratuities
- Optional excursions
- Items of a personal nature
- Passport & Visa fees, if applicable
Day 1: Arrive in RarotongaHotel: Pacific Resort Rarotonga (4 Star Rating)
Pacific Resort Rarotonga is located on the eastern coast of the island on the edge of the Muri Lagoon, an idyllic place to stay for any leisure getaway. The resort is set away from the main road and island traffic, spread out over 5 and half acres of tropical flora and fauna. The property is within walking distance of many small retail stores that offer locally produced crafts, apparel, and souvenirs as well as restaurants. Amongst the manicured luxurious gardens is the intimate collection of 64 studio rooms, one and two bedroom units and villas, situated in a poolside, garden, or beachfront location.
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Day 2: Circle Island TourStart your holiday in the Cook Islands with an orientated cultural tour of scenic Rarotonga in a modern air-conditioned coach. Explore the history and culture of the Cook Island people in the company of your qualified, friendly tour guides.
Follow the roads and paths used by our ancestors dating back to 1100AD; visit a sacred marae (ancient gathering place for royalty) and explore historical sites once inhabited by our people.
Learn where the best snorkelling spots are located in Rarotonga, see why the coconut tree is known as the Tree of Life.
Day 3: Day at Leisure in RarotongaDay 4: Day at Leisure in RarotongaDay 5: Day at Leisure in RarotongaDay 6: Rarotonga to AitutakiTransfer: Rarotonga Airportto Aitutaki Airport
Hotel: Pacific Resort Aitutaki (5 Star Rating)
Pacific Resort Aitutaki is an ideal place to stay on a leisure holiday. The resort is located on the western coast of Aitutaki, approximately a 10 minute drive from the airport and a 5 minute drive from the main town of Arutanga. The resort offers 27 individual beachfront deluxe bungalows, suites, and villa spread throughout lush tropical gardens of native hardwood, ferns, and birds of paradise flowers.
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Day 7: Day at Leisure on AitutakiDay 8: Bishops All Day Lagoon CruiseExperience Aitutaki Lagoon at its best. Enjoy six hours on the lagoon including stops for snorkeling, and standing on a heavenly sandbank. Discover the eastern side of the Aitutaki Lagoon, spot turtles, and explore beneath the turquoise water on a snorkeling trip. Visit the famous Heaven Sand Bar, then cruise your way to the star attraction of the lagoon; Onefoot Island. Get your passport stamped, send a postcard from the "smallest, uninhabited post office in the world" and pick up a souvenir to remember your day.
Indulge in a barbecue lunch under the shade of the company's hut on the island. Enjoy fresh BBQ fish and selections of local salads, fruits and cool refreshing fruit juice. Spend the rest of the afternoon relaxing, swimming and soaking up the sun. At the end of your day you will be transferred back to your accommodation.
Day 9: Depart from Aitutaki