Rotorua (Tauranga), New Zealand

Tasty Treats in the Bay of Plenty

Visit Artisanal Locales and Rural Estates Sample the delights of local artisan food during a food excursion around the Bay of Plenty. Head to Mount Maunganui to a boutique ice cream maker for a tasting accompanied by a cup of freshly brewed coffee. Continue to a local café to partake in a “smoko,” considered an essential part of New Zealand’s work culture. After your morning tea break, you will view Mount Maunganui’s stunning beaches and their impressive waterside homes in one of New Zealand’s most prestigious suburbs. Journey into the countryside to visit a dairy farm and meet the resident Jersey cows; you may taste a glass of their milk if you wish. You will also sample a selection of farm-grown produce and visit a private avocado orchard to sample a delicious array of treats. Cap your tour with a stop in Maketu for lunch in a seaside setting before returning to your awaiting ship. * Easy - Walking portions are generally over easy surfaces with few steps or inclines. Total time walking or standing is normally not longer than 1.5 hours.