Cook Islands Culture & Tradition Guided Tour

Today we enjoy a relaxed Orientation Tour of Rarotonga, designed to introduce us to the island’s history, culture, and natural beauty. We visit Te Rito Cook Islands for cultural insights, followed by a stop at the Rarotonga Brewery for a guided visit and optional tastings. We then continue to the M&M Ukulele Workshop, where we see how these iconic instruments are handcrafted. Our journey also includes a visit to Rito Cook Islands, a local company that blends nature and science to create premium body care products inspired by the sea and gardens of the South Pacific. We return to the hotel for some free time before this evening’s highlight - a delightful Progressive Dinner. We visit three welcoming local homes, each serving a different course - entrée, main, and dessert, offering a warm and memorable way to connect with the local community.

Overnight Rarotonga: Muri Beach Club Hotel

Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

Today is a free day to enjoy the island at our own pace. We may choose to relax by the pool, stroll along the beach, or select from a range of optional activities to make the most of our time in Rarotonga. We can enjoy snorkelling or kayaking on the lagoon, swimming with turtles, browsing the local shops, or circling the island on a local bus for a relaxed island overview. For those seeking adventure, we may opt for a 4WD Raro Safari Tour, or get creative with Tie Dye Rarotonga, making our own sarong to take home. Alternatively, we may book the highly recommended full day tour to Aitutaki, a breathtaking island lagoon often regarded as one of the most beautiful in the world. This optional excursion includes return flights, a lagoon cruise with snorkelling, and a fresh fish BBQ lunch on a motu (small islet). This evening, we may wish to explore the vibrant Muri Beach Night Markets, featuring delicious local cuisine and entertainment (own expense).

Overnight Rarotonga: Muri Beach Club Hotel

Meals: Breakfast

Today we enjoy the award-winning Koka Lagoon Cruise, featuring a glass-bottom boat ride across Muri Lagoon to a vibrant marine reserve. Snorkel among giant clams and colourful fish before arriving at Motu Koromiri for a delicious BBQ feast. A lively cultural show includes coconut tree climbing, coconut husking, and pareu tying, accompanied by ukulele music and crew sing-alongs. We return to the hotel in the mid-afternoon with time to relax and freshen up before the evening’s celebrations. After an early dinner at the hotel, we transfer to the Te Maeva Nui International Night, commencing at 7:00pm, for a truly immersive cultural experience. We enjoy a spectacular showcase of traditional singing, drumming, and dancing, performed by outer islanders and village groups, celebrating the rich heritage, pride, and spirit of the Cook Islands

Overnight Rarotonga: Muri Beach Club Hotel

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Today is yours to unwind and enjoy the beauty of Rarotonga at your own pace. Optional cultural workshops are available for those wishing to immerse themselves further in island traditions, including pareu dyeing, weaving, or flower garland making - a perfect handmade souvenir of your time in the Cook Islands. Relax at the hotel, swim in the turquoise lagoon, explore a local café, or enjoy a beachside stroll. This evening, we gather for an unforgettable cultural highlight - the “Ultimate Island Experience” at Te Vara Nui Polynesian Village. This award-winning dinner and show promises a spectacular night of traditional dance, music, and storytelling, accompanied by a delicious buffet served beside a stunning water garden and floating stage.

Overnight Rarotonga: Muri Beach Club Hotel

Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

We have an early departure this morning. After checkout, we transfer to the airport for our homeward-bound flight. Sadly, the time has come to bid farewell to this beautiful island and the warm, friendly Cook Islanders, after a truly memorable time in the Cook Islands with Trade Travel.

Meal: Breakfast

FLIGHT DETAILS: JQ112 - Rarotonga to Sydney | Departs 9:00AM / Arrives 12:30PM + 1 day

note: Cross International Dateline