Cook Islands: Turquoise Lagoons, Ancient Culture & Island Time
A 9-Day Small Group Tour from Sydney | 3rd – 11th September 2027
The Cook Islands are the kind of place people plan to visit once — and spend the rest of their lives talking about. Fifteen jewel-like islands scattered across the South Pacific, each one more impossibly beautiful than the last. Crystal-clear lagoons that glow an almost unreal shade of turquoise. Ancient marae, sacred mountains and living Cook Islands culture. And an unhurried, warm-hearted way of life that wraps itself around you from the moment you step off the plane.
Two’s a Crowd’s Cook Islands tour is a fully escorted 9-day journey from Sydney that takes you to the heart of Rarotonga and includes a full-day expedition to Aitutaki — widely regarded as one of the most breathtaking lagoons on the planet. Your dedicated Tour Host handles every detail, from arrival at Sydney Airport, so you can simply show up and soak it all in.
No logistics to worry about. No planning required. Just the Cook Islands, done beautifully.
What Makes This Cook Islands Tour Special
The South Pacific can feel deceptively simple to navigate — but getting the most out of the Cook Islands means knowing where to go, when to be there, and how to experience it beyond the resort. This tour is designed to do all of that.
You’ll move effortlessly between authentic cultural experiences — Cook Islands church services, sacred mountain villages, traditional feasts — and the kind of pure, unhurried island relaxation that Rarotonga does better than almost anywhere on earth. And then there’s Aitutaki: a once-in-a-lifetime lagoon day that consistently stands out as the highlight of the entire journey.
Tour Highlights
- Rarotonga, Cook Islands — Your island base for seven nights at The Edgewater Resort & Spa, set on a beautiful stretch of coastline surrounded by tropical gardens and the brilliant turquoise waters of the lagoon. Snorkelling in the marine reserve, reef fish feeding, guided walks and sunset cocktails — all on the doorstep.
- Aitutaki Lagoon Day Trip — The undisputed highlight of any Cook Islands itinerary. One of the most spectacular lagoons on Earth, reached by a scenic 45-minute Air Rarotonga flight from Rarotonga. Board a 21-metre catamaran to cruise the crystal-clear lagoon, drift past picture-perfect motu (islets) and pristine sandbars, and enjoy a freshly prepared BBQ fish lunch on board. A bucket-list experience that lives up to every word written about it.
- Punanga Nui Market, Rarotonga — The island’s vibrant Saturday market in Avatiu, bursting with local handicrafts, black pearls, shell jewellery, fresh produce and traditional foods. One of the best places to experience everyday Cook Islands life alongside the local community.
- Cook Islands Christian Church Service — A deeply moving cultural experience: visitors are welcomed into a historic coral and limestone church and immersed in the extraordinary sound of traditional Cook Islands hymn singing in rich island harmony. Morning tea included.
- Discover Rarotonga Tour — A comprehensive guided introduction to the island’s history, culture and natural beauty, including insight into black pearl cultivation, local customs and Cook Islands traditions.
- Highland Paradise Tapuae Cultural Tour — A sacred mountain village experience guided by descendants of ancient chiefs, exploring traditional Cook Islands life, ancestral marae sites, navigational history and legends. A traditional umu feast is included — one of the last preserved cultural sites of its kind in Rarotonga.
- Tamarind House Restaurant, Rarotonga — Dinner at one of Rarotonga’s most celebrated venues, set within a restored colonial residence overlooking the Pacific Ocean. A beachfront dining experience in a genuinely elegant setting.
- Progressive Dinner Experience — A unique evening visiting different local settings, sampling a variety of dishes and meeting Cook Islands hosts and community members in a relaxed, social atmosphere.
- Traditional Island BBQ & Cultural Dance — A lively evening showcase of Cook Islands music, dance and cuisine at the resort — the kind of night that stays with you long after you’ve come home.
Why Choose Two’s a Crowd for Your Cook Islands Holiday
- Fully escorted throughout — your dedicated Two’s a Crowd Tour Host is with you from Sydney Airport to the final farewell
- Return Jetstar group flights included — Sydney to Rarotonga (JQ141/JQ142) with 20kg checked baggage and meal voucher
- Seven nights at The Edgewater Resort & Spa — one of Rarotonga’s most loved beachfront properties
- Aitutaki Lagoon full day tour included — Air Rarotonga flight, island discovery and catamaran lagoon cruise with lunch
- Most meals included — breakfasts daily, plus group dinners and lunches as per the itinerary
- Complimentary resort activities — snorkelling, tennis, reef fish feeding, guided walks and more
- Small group travel — intimate, never anonymous
DAY 1 — Friday 3rd September 2027
Depart Sydney for Rarotonga, Cook Islands
This evening, meet your Tour Host and fellow travellers at Sydney International Terminal. Our Jetstar flight JQ141 departs at approximately 9.30pm, with a flight time of around 6 hours. The flight includes 20kg checked baggage and a $15 meal voucher. Please note flight times are subject to confirmation once within the operating date range.
Crossing the International Date Line, we arrive at Rarotonga International Airport at 6.15am local time — gaining a day as we step into island time. Our local representative from The Edgewater Resort & Spa meets us on arrival and transfers us to the resort, set on a beautiful stretch of Rarotonga’s coastline surrounded by lush tropical gardens and the turquoise lagoon.
This marks the beginning of our Cook Islands adventure.
DAY 2 — Friday 3rd September 2027 (same date — International Date Line)
Arrive Rarotonga | Welcome to The Edgewater Resort & Spa (B, D)
On arrival we check straight into our Garden Superior Rooms and take time to settle in after the journey. The morning is at leisure — rest, freshen up, and ease into the gloriously unhurried rhythm of island life.
At 4.30pm, we gather at the Activities Hut for a resort orientation — an introduction to the facilities, activities and services available throughout our stay, and a chance to meet the friendly local team.
At 5.00pm, we come together for a sunset cocktail experience by the pool — one hour of drinks, warm air and the South Pacific horizon turning shades of gold. Our first group dinner follows at 6.00pm: a relaxed two-course poolside meal with a choice of main and dessert, a welcoming introduction to Cook Islands hospitality.
Your room at The Edgewater Resort & Spa, Rarotonga
DAY 3 — Saturday 4th September 2027
Punanga Nui Market, Rarotonga & Cook Islands Culture (B, D)
Breakfast is served between 7.00am and 8.30am: a generous tropical buffet of fresh island fruits, homemade yoghurt, baked pastries, cereals, toast, juices, tea and coffee.
This morning we visit Punanga Nui Market in Avatiu — Rarotonga’s vibrant Saturday market and one of the great South Pacific market experiences. Browse local handicrafts, black pearls, shell jewellery, fabrics, fresh produce and handmade goods, and sample traditional Cook Islands foods alongside the local community. Return transport is provided and the visit is fully escorted.
The afternoon is free. The local island bus loops around Rarotonga in both directions, giving easy access to Muri Beach, local boutiques, pearl shops and day spas — or simply stay at the resort and do absolutely nothing. Lunch is at your own expense.
In the evening, we enjoy a traditional Island BBQ and Cook Islands cultural dance performance — a lively, festive showcase of local music, dance and cuisine in an outdoor setting at the resort.
Your room at The Edgewater Resort & Spa, Rarotonga
DAY 4 — Sunday 5th September 2027
Cook Islands Christian Church Service & Sunday BBQ Under the Stars (B, D)
Breakfast is served from 7.00am to 9.00am.
At 9.30am, we attend a Cook Islands Christian Church service — one of the most memorable and moving cultural experiences this part of the Pacific has to offer. Visitors are warmly welcomed into a historic coral and limestone church and immersed in the sound of traditional hymn singing performed in extraordinary island harmony. It’s the kind of thing that stops you in your tracks. Morning tea is included following the service.
The remainder of the day is at leisure. Complimentary resort activities include snorkelling in the marine reserve, hand-feeding the reef fish, tennis, and guided village and nature walks. Lunch is at your own expense.
This evening, we gather for a Sunday BBQ Under the Stars at The Edgewater Resort & Spa, accompanied by live music from Ru’s Band — a beautiful, relaxed close to a peaceful Sunday in the islands.
Your room at The Edgewater Resort & Spa, Rarotonga
DAY 5 — Monday 6th September 2027
Discover Rarotonga Tour: History, Culture & Black Pearl Cultivation (B, D)
Breakfast is served between 7.00am and 9.30am.
This morning we join the Discover Rarotonga Tour — a comprehensive guided exploration of the island’s history, culture and natural beauty. Informative local guides bring Cook Islands heritage to life through commentary, demonstrations and storytelling, with highlights including black pearl cultivation and insight into traditional customs and cultural practices. Lunch is included during the tour.
The afternoon is free for independent exploration or simply relaxing at the resort.
At 6.15pm, we depart for dinner at Tamarind House Restaurant — one of Rarotonga’s most celebrated dining venues. Set within a restored colonial residence overlooking the Pacific Ocean, owned by the former Flame Tree restaurant’s Sue Carruthers, this beachfront restaurant delivers a memorable two-course dining experience in a unique and genuinely elegant setting.
Your room at The Edgewater Resort & Spa, Rarotonga
DAY 6 — Tuesday 7th September 2027
Aitutaki Lagoon Day Trip: Catamaran Cruise, Island Discovery & BBQ Lunch (B, L)
Set your alarm. Today is the one.
After breakfast, we transfer at approximately 7.00am to Rarotonga Airport for a scenic 45-minute Air Rarotonga flight across the Pacific to Aitutaki — an island whose lagoon is, by almost universal agreement, one of the most breathtakingly beautiful on earth. Photographs don’t do it justice. You have to see it.
On arrival, our local guide meets us for an intimate island discovery: the charming township of Arutanga, the colourful local market, and the traditional inland villages of Tautu and Vaipae. Then we make our way to the pier and board a 21-metre catamaran to cruise across the crystal-clear Aitutaki Lagoon toward the outer reef — passing postcard-perfect motu (islets) and pristine white sandbars, surrounded by water in shades of turquoise that feel almost unreal.
Midday, we anchor in a stunning lagoon setting for a freshly prepared BBQ fish lunch served on board. One of those meals that will taste better than it has any right to, purely because of where you’re eating it.
We return to Rarotonga in the late afternoon. This evening is at leisure — relax at the resort or explore local restaurants for dinner at your own pace.
Your room at The Edgewater Resort & Spa, Rarotonga
DAY 7 — Wednesday 8th September 2027
Leisure Day in Rarotonga & Progressive Dinner Experience (B, D)
Breakfast is served between 7.00am and 9.30am.
Today belongs to you. Sleep in, lounge by the lagoon, take a spa treatment, do a lap of the island on the local bus, browse the pearl shops in Avarua — or simply find a sun lounger, put your book down and stare at the water for a few hours. The Cook Islands are very good at making that feel like enough.
At 5.15pm, we come together for a progressive dinner experience — a special evening that moves through different locations around the island, sampling a variety of dishes and meeting local Cook Islands hosts and community members in a relaxed, genuinely social atmosphere.
Your room at The Edgewater Resort & Spa, Rarotonga
DAY 8 — Thursday 9th September 2027
Highland Paradise Cultural Tour, Ancient Marae & Farewell Dinner, Rarotonga (B, D)
Breakfast is served between 7.00am and 9.30am.
At 9.40am, we depart for the Highland Paradise Tapuae Day Tour — a remarkable cultural experience set in a sacred mountain village in the hills above Rarotonga, guided by descendants of the ancient chiefs themselves. This immersive tour explores traditional Cook Islands life through sacred marae sites, navigational history, ancestral legends and ancient ceremonial grounds — including a visit to Navigators Rock and the Maunga Roa Learning Centre. A traditional umu feast is included. This is one of the last preserved cultural sites of its kind in Rarotonga, and the experience is unlike anything else on the island.
At approximately 1.00pm, we visit a local Rarotonga school — a relaxed and meaningful opportunity to meet students and teachers. Guests are welcome to bring small donations such as books, pencils or colouring materials, which are warmly appreciated by the school community.
This evening, we gather for our farewell dinner at The Spaghetti House, located within The Edgewater Resort & Spa — a relaxed Italian-inspired meal and a fond, unhurried farewell to the Cook Islands and to the people we’ve shared this journey with.
Your room at The Edgewater Resort & Spa, Rarotonga
DAY 9 — Friday 10th September 2027
Depart Rarotonga | Arrive Sydney
We check out early, with a boxed breakfast delivered to our rooms. At approximately 6.30am, we transfer to Rarotonga Airport for return Jetstar flight JQ142, departing at 9.00am and arriving back in Sydney at approximately 1.35pm on Saturday 11th September — crossing the International Date Line once more. Flight times to be confirmed.
Upon clearing Customs in Sydney, we say our farewells and head home carrying the warmth of the Cook Islands, the memory of that Aitutaki lagoon, and friendships that began somewhere over the South Pacific.
This is not goodbye. This is until next time.
TOUR PRICING: A$8,493
TOUR DATES: 3RD – 11TH SEPTEMBER 2027
Cook Islands: Turquoise Lagoons, Ancient Culture & Island Time
A 9-Day Small Group Tour from Sydney | 3rd – 11th September 2027
The Cook Islands are the kind of place people plan to visit once — and spend the rest of their lives talking about. Fifteen jewel-like islands scattered across the South Pacific, each one more impossibly beautiful than the last. Crystal-clear lagoons that glow an almost unreal shade of turquoise. Ancient marae, sacred mountains and living Cook Islands culture. And an unhurried, warm-hearted way of life that wraps itself around you from the moment you step off the plane.
Two’s a Crowd’s Cook Islands tour is a fully escorted 9-day journey from Sydney that takes you to the heart of Rarotonga and includes a full-day expedition to Aitutaki — widely regarded as one of the most breathtaking lagoons on the planet. Your dedicated Tour Host handles every detail, from arrival at Sydney Airport, so you can simply show up and soak it all in.
No logistics to worry about. No planning required. Just the Cook Islands, done beautifully.
What Makes This Cook Islands Tour Special
The South Pacific can feel deceptively simple to navigate — but getting the most out of the Cook Islands means knowing where to go, when to be there, and how to experience it beyond the resort. This tour is designed to do all of that.
You’ll move effortlessly between authentic cultural experiences — Cook Islands church services, sacred mountain villages, traditional feasts — and the kind of pure, unhurried island relaxation that Rarotonga does better than almost anywhere on earth. And then there’s Aitutaki: a once-in-a-lifetime lagoon day that consistently stands out as the highlight of the entire journey.
Tour Highlights
- Rarotonga, Cook Islands — Your island base for seven nights at The Edgewater Resort & Spa, set on a beautiful stretch of coastline surrounded by tropical gardens and the brilliant turquoise waters of the lagoon. Snorkelling in the marine reserve, reef fish feeding, guided walks and sunset cocktails — all on the doorstep.
- Aitutaki Lagoon Day Trip — The undisputed highlight of any Cook Islands itinerary. One of the most spectacular lagoons on Earth, reached by a scenic 45-minute Air Rarotonga flight from Rarotonga. Board a 21-metre catamaran to cruise the crystal-clear lagoon, drift past picture-perfect motu (islets) and pristine sandbars, and enjoy a freshly prepared BBQ fish lunch on board. A bucket-list experience that lives up to every word written about it.
- Punanga Nui Market, Rarotonga — The island’s vibrant Saturday market in Avatiu, bursting with local handicrafts, black pearls, shell jewellery, fresh produce and traditional foods. One of the best places to experience everyday Cook Islands life alongside the local community.
- Cook Islands Christian Church Service — A deeply moving cultural experience: visitors are welcomed into a historic coral and limestone church and immersed in the extraordinary sound of traditional Cook Islands hymn singing in rich island harmony. Morning tea included.
- Discover Rarotonga Tour — A comprehensive guided introduction to the island’s history, culture and natural beauty, including insight into black pearl cultivation, local customs and Cook Islands traditions.
- Highland Paradise Tapuae Cultural Tour — A sacred mountain village experience guided by descendants of ancient chiefs, exploring traditional Cook Islands life, ancestral marae sites, navigational history and legends. A traditional umu feast is included — one of the last preserved cultural sites of its kind in Rarotonga.
- Tamarind House Restaurant, Rarotonga — Dinner at one of Rarotonga’s most celebrated venues, set within a restored colonial residence overlooking the Pacific Ocean. A beachfront dining experience in a genuinely elegant setting.
- Progressive Dinner Experience — A unique evening visiting different local settings, sampling a variety of dishes and meeting Cook Islands hosts and community members in a relaxed, social atmosphere.
- Traditional Island BBQ & Cultural Dance — A lively evening showcase of Cook Islands music, dance and cuisine at the resort — the kind of night that stays with you long after you’ve come home.
Why Choose Two’s a Crowd for Your Cook Islands Holiday
- Fully escorted throughout — your dedicated Two’s a Crowd Tour Host is with you from Sydney Airport to the final farewell
- Return Jetstar group flights included — Sydney to Rarotonga (JQ141/JQ142) with 20kg checked baggage and meal voucher
- Seven nights at The Edgewater Resort & Spa — one of Rarotonga’s most loved beachfront properties
- Aitutaki Lagoon full day tour included — Air Rarotonga flight, island discovery and catamaran lagoon cruise with lunch
- Most meals included — breakfasts daily, plus group dinners and lunches as per the itinerary
- Complimentary resort activities — snorkelling, tennis, reef fish feeding, guided walks and more
- Small group travel — intimate, never anonymous
DAY 1 — Friday 3rd September 2027
Depart Sydney for Rarotonga, Cook Islands
This evening, meet your Tour Host and fellow travellers at Sydney International Terminal. Our Jetstar flight JQ141 departs at approximately 9.30pm, with a flight time of around 6 hours. The flight includes 20kg checked baggage and a $15 meal voucher. Please note flight times are subject to confirmation once within the operating date range.
Crossing the International Date Line, we arrive at Rarotonga International Airport at 6.15am local time — gaining a day as we step into island time. Our local representative from The Edgewater Resort & Spa meets us on arrival and transfers us to the resort, set on a beautiful stretch of Rarotonga’s coastline surrounded by lush tropical gardens and the turquoise lagoon.
This marks the beginning of our Cook Islands adventure.
DAY 2 — Friday 3rd September 2027 (same date — International Date Line)
Arrive Rarotonga | Welcome to The Edgewater Resort & Spa (B, D)
On arrival we check straight into our Garden Superior Rooms and take time to settle in after the journey. The morning is at leisure — rest, freshen up, and ease into the gloriously unhurried rhythm of island life.
At 4.30pm, we gather at the Activities Hut for a resort orientation — an introduction to the facilities, activities and services available throughout our stay, and a chance to meet the friendly local team.
At 5.00pm, we come together for a sunset cocktail experience by the pool — one hour of drinks, warm air and the South Pacific horizon turning shades of gold. Our first group dinner follows at 6.00pm: a relaxed two-course poolside meal with a choice of main and dessert, a welcoming introduction to Cook Islands hospitality.
Your room at The Edgewater Resort & Spa, Rarotonga
DAY 3 — Saturday 4th September 2027
Punanga Nui Market, Rarotonga & Cook Islands Culture (B, D)
Breakfast is served between 7.00am and 8.30am: a generous tropical buffet of fresh island fruits, homemade yoghurt, baked pastries, cereals, toast, juices, tea and coffee.
This morning we visit Punanga Nui Market in Avatiu — Rarotonga’s vibrant Saturday market and one of the great South Pacific market experiences. Browse local handicrafts, black pearls, shell jewellery, fabrics, fresh produce and handmade goods, and sample traditional Cook Islands foods alongside the local community. Return transport is provided and the visit is fully escorted.
The afternoon is free. The local island bus loops around Rarotonga in both directions, giving easy access to Muri Beach, local boutiques, pearl shops and day spas — or simply stay at the resort and do absolutely nothing. Lunch is at your own expense.
In the evening, we enjoy a traditional Island BBQ and Cook Islands cultural dance performance — a lively, festive showcase of local music, dance and cuisine in an outdoor setting at the resort.
Your room at The Edgewater Resort & Spa, Rarotonga
DAY 4 — Sunday 5th September 2027
Cook Islands Christian Church Service & Sunday BBQ Under the Stars (B, D)
Breakfast is served from 7.00am to 9.00am.
At 9.30am, we attend a Cook Islands Christian Church service — one of the most memorable and moving cultural experiences this part of the Pacific has to offer. Visitors are warmly welcomed into a historic coral and limestone church and immersed in the sound of traditional hymn singing performed in extraordinary island harmony. It’s the kind of thing that stops you in your tracks. Morning tea is included following the service.
The remainder of the day is at leisure. Complimentary resort activities include snorkelling in the marine reserve, hand-feeding the reef fish, tennis, and guided village and nature walks. Lunch is at your own expense.
This evening, we gather for a Sunday BBQ Under the Stars at The Edgewater Resort & Spa, accompanied by live music from Ru’s Band — a beautiful, relaxed close to a peaceful Sunday in the islands.
Your room at The Edgewater Resort & Spa, Rarotonga
DAY 5 — Monday 6th September 2027
Discover Rarotonga Tour: History, Culture & Black Pearl Cultivation (B, D)
Breakfast is served between 7.00am and 9.30am.
This morning we join the Discover Rarotonga Tour — a comprehensive guided exploration of the island’s history, culture and natural beauty. Informative local guides bring Cook Islands heritage to life through commentary, demonstrations and storytelling, with highlights including black pearl cultivation and insight into traditional customs and cultural practices. Lunch is included during the tour.
The afternoon is free for independent exploration or simply relaxing at the resort.
At 6.15pm, we depart for dinner at Tamarind House Restaurant — one of Rarotonga’s most celebrated dining venues. Set within a restored colonial residence overlooking the Pacific Ocean, owned by the former Flame Tree restaurant’s Sue Carruthers, this beachfront restaurant delivers a memorable two-course dining experience in a unique and genuinely elegant setting.
Your room at The Edgewater Resort & Spa, Rarotonga
DAY 6 — Tuesday 7th September 2027
Aitutaki Lagoon Day Trip: Catamaran Cruise, Island Discovery & BBQ Lunch (B, L)
Set your alarm. Today is the one.
After breakfast, we transfer at approximately 7.00am to Rarotonga Airport for a scenic 45-minute Air Rarotonga flight across the Pacific to Aitutaki — an island whose lagoon is, by almost universal agreement, one of the most breathtakingly beautiful on earth. Photographs don’t do it justice. You have to see it.
On arrival, our local guide meets us for an intimate island discovery: the charming township of Arutanga, the colourful local market, and the traditional inland villages of Tautu and Vaipae. Then we make our way to the pier and board a 21-metre catamaran to cruise across the crystal-clear Aitutaki Lagoon toward the outer reef — passing postcard-perfect motu (islets) and pristine white sandbars, surrounded by water in shades of turquoise that feel almost unreal.
Midday, we anchor in a stunning lagoon setting for a freshly prepared BBQ fish lunch served on board. One of those meals that will taste better than it has any right to, purely because of where you’re eating it.
We return to Rarotonga in the late afternoon. This evening is at leisure — relax at the resort or explore local restaurants for dinner at your own pace.
Your room at The Edgewater Resort & Spa, Rarotonga
DAY 7 — Wednesday 8th September 2027
Leisure Day in Rarotonga & Progressive Dinner Experience (B, D)
Breakfast is served between 7.00am and 9.30am.
Today belongs to you. Sleep in, lounge by the lagoon, take a spa treatment, do a lap of the island on the local bus, browse the pearl shops in Avarua — or simply find a sun lounger, put your book down and stare at the water for a few hours. The Cook Islands are very good at making that feel like enough.
At 5.15pm, we come together for a progressive dinner experience — a special evening that moves through different locations around the island, sampling a variety of dishes and meeting local Cook Islands hosts and community members in a relaxed, genuinely social atmosphere.
Your room at The Edgewater Resort & Spa, Rarotonga
DAY 8 — Thursday 9th September 2027
Highland Paradise Cultural Tour, Ancient Marae & Farewell Dinner, Rarotonga (B, D)
Breakfast is served between 7.00am and 9.30am.
At 9.40am, we depart for the Highland Paradise Tapuae Day Tour — a remarkable cultural experience set in a sacred mountain village in the hills above Rarotonga, guided by descendants of the ancient chiefs themselves. This immersive tour explores traditional Cook Islands life through sacred marae sites, navigational history, ancestral legends and ancient ceremonial grounds — including a visit to Navigators Rock and the Maunga Roa Learning Centre. A traditional umu feast is included. This is one of the last preserved cultural sites of its kind in Rarotonga, and the experience is unlike anything else on the island.
At approximately 1.00pm, we visit a local Rarotonga school — a relaxed and meaningful opportunity to meet students and teachers. Guests are welcome to bring small donations such as books, pencils or colouring materials, which are warmly appreciated by the school community.
This evening, we gather for our farewell dinner at The Spaghetti House, located within The Edgewater Resort & Spa — a relaxed Italian-inspired meal and a fond, unhurried farewell to the Cook Islands and to the people we’ve shared this journey with.
Your room at The Edgewater Resort & Spa, Rarotonga
DAY 9 — Friday 10th September 2027
Depart Rarotonga | Arrive Sydney
We check out early, with a boxed breakfast delivered to our rooms. At approximately 6.30am, we transfer to Rarotonga Airport for return Jetstar flight JQ142, departing at 9.00am and arriving back in Sydney at approximately 1.35pm on Saturday 11th September — crossing the International Date Line once more. Flight times to be confirmed.
Upon clearing Customs in Sydney, we say our farewells and head home carrying the warmth of the Cook Islands, the memory of that Aitutaki lagoon, and friendships that began somewhere over the South Pacific.
This is not goodbye. This is until next time.
TOUR PRICING: A$8,493
TOUR DATES: 3RD – 11TH SEPTEMBER 2027
