8-Nights Highlights of Rarotonga and Aitutaki - Beach Vacations from $3,009

Itinerary Details

Day 1: Arrive in Rarotonga

Hotel: 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.

Start 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.

Transfer: 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.

Experience 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.