8-Nights Essence of the Cook Islands: Rarotonga and Aitutaki

Goway Travel

This 9-day Cook Islands vacation takes you to Rarotonga and Aitutaki.

Your Cook Islands vacation begins on Rarotonga at the Pacific Resort Rarotonga, a premier beachfront retreat nestled between lush mountains and turquoise waters. The resort offers a variety of elegant beachfront suites, villas, and garden rooms, all within a relaxed, tropical ambiance. Renowned for exceptional service, fine dining at its beachfront restaurant and an array of activities like snorkeling, kayaking, and cultural experiences, the resort is the perfect base for exploring the island. Its idyllic location on Muri Beach invites both relaxation and adventure. Explore the island’s history and culture on a guided Circle Island Tour, led by an expert.

Next, continue your journey to Aitutaki and the luxurious Pacific Resort Aitutaki, where you'll enjoy breathtaking sunset views and explore the lagoon, widely regarded as one of the most beautiful in the world. The resort features upscale beachfront villas and bungalows that combine modern comfort with traditional island charm. Surrounded by lush tropical gardens and offering spectacular lagoon views, it offers a peaceful, intimate escape. With exceptional service, fine dining, and activities like snorkeling, kayaking, and cultural experiences, your stay promises to be unforgettable. During your time here, embark on a lagoon cruise to experience the natural beauty of Aitutaki up close, visiting the Motu of Akajami to snorkel or fish, and One Foot Island for a delicious lunch of fresh BBQ fish and local produce.

This Cook Islands vacation promises warm weather and an even warmer welcome on two tropical island paradises.

Vacation Inclusions

• 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, 1 lunch

Featured Destinations

Aitutaki Aitutaki This magnificent and remote island is the stuff of which dreams are made. It is a triangular-shaped almost-atoll consisting of three volcanic and 12 coral islets (motus). It was probably first settled around 900 AD and one of the great legendary Polynesian discoverers was Ru who named it Utataki Enua O Ru Ki Te Moana. Roughly translated, this means The Leading of a Cargo of People by Ru Over the Ocean. It can be inferred Aitutaki was, therefore, the ultimate destination, and it still is today.

Destination Guide

Rarotonga Rarotonga Rarotonga is one of the Southern Cook Islands in the Pacific Ocean and is the administrative centre of the Cook Islands. The island is volcanic in origin, mountainous, and relatively fertile. The highest point is Te Manga (2,139 ft). Rarotonga's inhabitants are largely descended from voyagers from the Society Islands and the Marquesas.

Destination Guide

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Valid Date Ranges

February 2025

02/05/2025

12/31/2025

$2,796 per person

Standard Terms & Conditions apply when purchasing this trip. Special savings cannot be combined with any other offer. Airfare available for better packaging and pricing. Ask your travel advisor for details. All prices are per person and quoted in U.S. dollars. Single supplement applies. Blackout dates/seasonal supplements may apply. Accommodations, inclusions and itinerary subject to change depending upon specific departure date. From pricing is based on lowest marketed price for this tour, rates vary by date of departure; please inquire for details for your preferred travel dates. Inquire for a list of exclusions. Departures: Daily

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