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Aitutaki, Cook Islands

Cook Island Explorer

5 day Explorer – from £989

Explore two islands on one incredible South Pacific holiday with our Cook Island Explorer package and experience ultimate beauty and utter relaxation.

Highlights:
  • Receive a traditional Polynesian welcome with a beautiful fresh flower garland
  • Enjoy a half day tour discovering the Island of Rarotonga
  • Explore the spectacular island of Aitutaki on a full day tour
  • Visit the unique craft shops of Avarua or simply relaxing on the palm-fringed beach near your hotel
  • See the most amazing views of the island from the air

Your Itinerary

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You can customise this itinerary by adding extra nights or experiences. Just let us know what you would like to do.

Cook Islands aerial view

Day 1 – Arrive in The Cook Islands

Stay on the unspoilt island of Rarotonga where no buildings are taller than a coconut tree…

Stay on the unspoilt island of Rarotonga where no buildings are taller than a coconut tree with an unforgettable visit to the little paradise of Aitutaki, a sparkling gem in the Cook Island collection.

Upon arrival, you’ll receive a traditional Polynesian welcome with a beautiful fresh flower garland before being transferred to your overnight beachside accommodation. Spend the rest of the day relaxing on the beach and snorkelling in the calm waters.

Cook Islands aerial view
Rarotonga, Cook Islands

Day 2 – Half Day Rarotonga Island Tour

The next morning includes a half day tour discovering the Island, a great introduction to the…

The next morning includes a half day tour discovering the Island, a great introduction to the towns, traditions and activities of Rarotonga. In the afternoon, we recommend visiting the unique craft shops of Avarua or simply relaxing on the palm-fringed beach near your hotel.

    Breakfast
Rarotonga, Cook Islands
Aitutaki, Cook Islands

Day 3 – Tour of Aitutaki

Enjoy a full day visit to the spectacular island of Aitutaki. You’ll see the most amazing…

Enjoy a full day visit to the spectacular island of Aitutaki. You’ll see the most amazing views of the island from the air as you arrive by plane and then get the chance to explore its lush rainforest and shores through a guided tour and lagoon cruise with lunch before being flown back to Rarotonga.

    Breakfast
Aitutaki, Cook Islands
Couple snorkelling in Aitutaki

Day 4 – Relax in The Cook Islands

Relax on a tropical beach or enjoy this day exploring at leisure.

Relax on a tropical beach or enjoy this day exploring at leisure.

    Breakfast
Couple snorkelling in Aitutaki
Aitutaki, Cook Islands

Day 5 – Farewell from The Cook Islands

Your Cook Island explorer concludes today as you are transferred back to the airport for your…

Your Cook Island explorer concludes today as you are transferred back to the airport for your flight home or to your next destination.

    Breakfast
Aitutaki, Cook Islands

Your Itinerary

You can customise this itinerary by adding extra nights or experiences. Just let us know what you would like to do.

Day 1

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Arrive in The Cook Islands

Stay on the unspoilt island of Rarotonga where no buildings are taller than a coconut tree with an unforgettable visit to the little paradise of Aitutaki, a sparkling gem in the Cook Island collection.

Upon arrival, you’ll receive a traditional Polynesian welcome with a beautiful fresh flower garland before being transferred to your overnight beachside accommodation. Spend the rest of the day relaxing on the beach and snorkelling in the calm waters.

Cook Islands aerial view

Day 2

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Half Day Rarotonga Island Tour

The next morning includes a half day tour discovering the Island, a great introduction to the towns, traditions and activities of Rarotonga. In the afternoon, we recommend visiting the unique craft shops of Avarua or simply relaxing on the palm-fringed beach near your hotel.

    Breakfast
Rarotonga, Cook Islands

Day 3

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Tour of Aitutaki

Enjoy a full day visit to the spectacular island of Aitutaki. You’ll see the most amazing views of the island from the air as you arrive by plane and then get the chance to explore its lush rainforest and shores through a guided tour and lagoon cruise with lunch before being flown back to Rarotonga.

    Breakfast
Aitutaki, Cook Islands

Day 4

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Relax in The Cook Islands

Relax on a tropical beach or enjoy this day exploring at leisure.

    Breakfast
Couple snorkelling in Aitutaki

Day 5

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Farewell from The Cook Islands

Your Cook Island explorer concludes today as you are transferred back to the airport for your flight home or to your next destination.

    Breakfast
Aitutaki, Cook Islands

This Explorer Includes

4 nights accommodation
Daily breakfast
Rarotonga half day tour and Aitutaki day tour
Return airport transfers

Flights & More

With FREEDOM, you can book your Cook Island Explorer explorer and flights together, as an ATOL protected package. Our Travel Experts can find the best priced Economy, Premium or Business Class flights for you.

You can also personalise your holiday. Why not add:

  • A two night stay on the island of Aitutaki from £530

Next Step

Please get in touch with our Cook Islands Experts to start planning your holiday. You’ll have a single point of contact from your first enquiry through booking.

Cook Island Explorer

5 day Explorer – from £989