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Travel Specials > Australia and New Zealand Tours > Grand Australia and New Zealand Tour
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Grand Australia and New Zealand Tour 20 Days / 19 Nights from $4499 + airfare
Duration: 20 days, 19 nights
Description
Itinerary
Day 1-2: Depart from Home Day 4: Cairns Day 5: Great Barrier Reef Board a high-speed catamaran for an exciting excursion on the Great Barrier Reef. From your base on Green Island, explore the reef in many ways. Enjoy a trip on a glass bottom boat* where beautifully colored fish swim beneath in their natural habitat. Choose a stroll on the walking trail to take in the rainforest and the beaches, snorkel or watch the fish and sea turtles swim past from the pier. You may also visit the underwater observatory. For a more adventurous encounter with the reef, optional scuba diving and an outer reef tour are also available.Breakfast and lunch included. Day 6: Cairns - Uluru (Ayers Rock) Fly to Uluru (the Aboriginal name for Ayers Rock) in the heart of the Australian Outback. This huge monolith and the sandstone domes known as Kata Tjuta were created through the process of upheaval and erosion. Tour the Olgas and the base of “the Rock,” learning about their significance to Aboriginal culture. As the sun sets, enjoy a champagne toast and watch as Uluru magically changes color. Breakfast is included. Day 7: Uluru - Alice Springs Traverse the “Red Centre” today as you drive to Alice Springs, located in the middle of Central Australia and the Outback. A sightseeing tour includes the Old Telegraph Station and Anzac Hill, with its excellent view of Alice Springs and the surrounding area. A special experience is in store for you this afternoon as you will have the opportunity to meet the young Aboriginal group, Drum Atweme. Supported by the Collette Foundation**, Drum Atweme is a musical group comprised of at-risk youth from the local community. Tonight, enjoy a memorable dinner in the bush complete with entertainment under the stars. Breakfast and dinner included. Day 8: Alice Springs
Day 9: Alice Springs - Melbourne Leaving behind Australia’s Outback, fly to the beautiful Victorian city of Melbourne. Set around the shores of Port Phillip Bay and the Yarra River, the city boasts a lively and cosmopolitan atmosphere. Breakfast and dinner included.
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Day 11: Melbourne - Christchurch, New Zealand
Today you board your flight to begin your exploration of New Zealand. You arrive in Christchurch, considered to be “the most English city outside of England.” Breakfast is included.
Stay: Rendezvous Hotel Christchurch
Day 12: Christchurch - Franz Josef Glacier
Traveling across New Zealand’s spectacular Southern Alps, marvel at the snowcapped peaks and beautiful river gorges as you wind your way past waterfalls and rugged mountain scenery. You may take a train ride (optional) aboard the Tranz-Alpine Express for a scenic trip through the Southern Alps. You’ll end your day at the Franz Josef Glacier Region, which offers travelers a rare opportunity to experience a dynamic glacial landscape in a temperate environment. Breakfast is included.
Stay: Scenic Franz Josef Glacier Hotel
Day 13: Franz Josef - Queenstown
This morning you may choose to view the jagged snow-covered mountaintops by taking an optional flightseeing tour (weather permitting) over New Zealand’s beautiful glacier region. Before departing Franz Josef, visit the new West Coast Wildlife Centre to learn about the endangered Kiwi bird and other types of wildlife indigenous to New Zealand’s west coast. Board your coach and journey to Queenstown. An amazing landscape unfolds before your eyes as you pass through the rain forest, surrounded by the Southern Alps and twisting coastline, revealing New Zealand's most stunning scenery. Cross green glacial lakes, view thundering waterfalls and enjoy dramatic changes in scenery. After crossing the Haast Pass you arrive in Queenstown, one of New Zealand’s prettiest towns, nestled beside the mysterious Lake Wakatipu in the Southern Lakes district. This evening enjoy dinner at the Skyline Restaurant where you will enjoy spectacular views overlooking Queenstown, the Remarkable Mountains and Lake Wakatipu. Breakfast and dinner included.
Stay Three Nights: Novotel Queenstown Lakeside
Day 14: Milford Sound
Travel through beech forest into the impressive Hollyford Valley via the Homer Tunnel to Milford Sound for a fascinating cruise. You may choose to return to Queenstown via a short optional flight (weather permitting) for spectacular views of New Zealand’s Southern Alps. Breakfast and Dinner included.
Day 15: Queenstown
Enjoy your day at leisure. Queenstown offers limitless diversions set amidst breathtaking Alpine scenery. Shop in the charming village center or enjoy an optional and exhilarating jet boat ride on the Shotover River. You may also choose to take a journey around the Queenstown area to witness its rugged grandeur and see some of the locations where the Lord of the Rings movies were filmed. Breakfast is included.
Day 16: Queenstown - Mt. Cook
Enjoy a visit to Arrowtown, a boomtown during the 1800’s gold rush. Next, enjoy a tasting and tour at one of New Zealand's famous wineries. Stop at a local fruit stand to experience some of the delicious produce that grows in the Central Otago region. Crossing the Kawarau River, you see Lindis Pass before arriving in New Zealand’s most famous national park, Mt. Cook. There will be time to enjoy the Alpine paradise of Mt. Cook – a larger than life experience. You may choose to take a nature walk, enjoy an optional glacier flightseeing tour (weather permitting), or simply meditate on the beauty of the Southern Alps. Breakfast and dinner included.
Day 17: Mt. Cook - Christchurch
This morning, drive through magnificent landscapes as you return to Christchurch. Visit a working farm where you will view a demonstration by a skilled New Zealand “strong eye” sheep herding dog, followed by a sheep shearing demonstration. Learn how this New Zealand farm family has survived the changing times. A special treat is in store for you tonight as you dine with a New Zealand family in their home. Meet and talk firsthand with a friendly Kiwi family who are delighted to share their culture, traditions and home with you. Breakfast and dinner included.
Stay: Rendezvous Hotel Sydney
Day 18: Christchurch - Sydney
A sightseeing tour highlights the city’s magnificent gardens and elegant park district where you learn why Christchurch is referred to as the “Garden City.” This afternoon, depart for the exciting city of Sydney. Later, sample Sydney’s best dining experiences – all in a single evening. Think of it as an epicurean tour with each course in a different, unforgettable restaurant. Breakfast and dinner included.
Stay Three Nights: The Menzies Hotel, Sydney
Day 19: Sydney
Today is a full day exploring the fun-loving city of Sydney. Begin with a tour that includes sights such as Kings Cross, the Harbour Bridge, Chinatown, the Rocks, Circular Quay, the Botanic Gardens and the fashionable suburb of Paddington. Discover one of the world’s most fascinating architectural sights as you take a guided tour of the Sydney Opera House, poised majestically on Sydney Harbour. Your discovery of Sydney continues with time to pursue your own interests. Stroll through the city streets, visit the historic Rocks area, or simply relax. Your tour manager will be on hand to offer suggestions. Breakfast is included.
Day 20: Sydney
This morning, visit Koala Park for an up-close and personal chance to learn about the different types of wildlife native to the land down under. You’ll walk amongst wallabies, indigenous birds, kangaroos, dingoes and koalas. Experience the koala habitat where you can even take your picture with a koala! Next, journey to the National Opal Collection where you will enjoy a fascinating opal presentation and learn how raw opals are transformed from the dark mine shafts to beautiful artistic creations. This evening, say farewell to Australia with an unforgettable experience as you dine while cruising Sydney Harbour, enjoying views of the city’s great icons - the Harbour Bridge and the Sydney Opera House. Breakfast and dinner included.
Day 20: Sydney - Tour Ends
Your tour ends today in Sydney. Breakfast included.
Pricing and departures
| June 13; Aug 8; Sep 5, 12; Oct 3, 24, 31, 2013 |
$4,499 |
Prices are per person, based on double occupancy.
International & domestic airfare are not included, but can be added at additional cost.
Some taxes and fees are not included.
Some dates may feature various changes in hotels, sightseeing and inclusions.
We also can reserve this same itinerary for you on an independent basis. Departures are daily. Call one of our destination specialists at 1-800-788-0829 for more information.
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Notes:
- All airline taxes, fuel surcharges & fees are included
- Prices in US dollars unless otherwise noted.
- We have limited space on this package and it is subject to availability and prior sale.
- All package prices are per person based on double occupancy unless otherwise noted
- Prices reflect cash discount.
- Due to constantly changing policies to baggage restrictions, please check with your airline directly for latest updates and restrictions.
- Information, including prices are subject to change without notice
- Restrictions and change and/or cancel penalties apply.
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