Tour Summary
Duration
18 Days
Destination
Sydney | Cairns | Melbourne | Queenstown | Auckland
Dates
Feb 20 - Mar 9
Price
From $5,499 / person
18 Days
Destination
Sydney | Cairns | Melbourne | Queenstown | Auckland
Dates
Feb 20 - Mar 9
Price
From $5,499 / person
Tour Overview
This 18-Day Australia & New Zealand Tour takes travelers through some of the Southern Hemisphere’s most iconic destinations, including Sydney, Cairns, Melbourne, Queenstown, and Auckland. Experience vibrant cities, breathtaking coastlines, lush rainforests, and unforgettable natural wonders, from the Great Barrier Reef to Milford Sound on a seamless, adventure-filled journey.
Tour Highlights
• Explore vibrant Sydney and the iconic Opera House
• Cruise the stunning Sydney Harbour
• Discover the Great Barrier Reef
• Journey along the scenic Great Ocean Road
• Experience Australia’s unique wildlife up close
• Enjoy thrilling adventures in Queenstown
• Cruise through breathtaking Milford Sound
• Travel New Zealand’s dramatic alpine landscapes
• Immerse in Rotorua’s geothermal wonders
• Visit the enchanting Hobbiton Movie Set
• Cruise the stunning Sydney Harbour
• Discover the Great Barrier Reef
• Journey along the scenic Great Ocean Road
• Experience Australia’s unique wildlife up close
• Enjoy thrilling adventures in Queenstown
• Cruise through breathtaking Milford Sound
• Travel New Zealand’s dramatic alpine landscapes
• Immerse in Rotorua’s geothermal wonders
• Visit the enchanting Hobbiton Movie Set
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Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1
• Clear immigration formalities and proceed to hotel and check-in
• Dinner
• Stay overnight in Sydney
Day 2
• Sydney City Tour
• Visit the Sydney Eye Tower
• Stay overnight in Sydney
Day 3
• Tour of the Sydney Opera House
• Take a ride on the Sydney Harbour Cruise
• Free time to rest at Bondi Beach
• Stay overnight in Sydney
Day 4
• Fly to Cairns
• Ride the scenic Kuranda train to the Kuranda Rainforest
• Army Duck Tour inside the Rainforest
• Skyrail over the Rainforest back
• Stay overnight in Cairns
Day 5
• Full day tour of Green Island and the Great Barrier Reef
• Choose to snorkel or opt to see through the Glass Bottom Boat
• Stay overnight in Cairns
Day 6
• Fly to Melbourne
• Tour the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground
• Tour of Melbourne’s iconic locations
• Stay overnight in Melbourne
Day 7
• Full-day tour of the Great Ocean Road
* Arguably one of the most scenic roads in the world
• Stay overnight in Melbourne
Day 8
• Visit the Moonlit Sanctuary
* Cuddle up to a koala, play with the dingoes, hold an owl or python
* See Kangaroos!
• Phillip Island Penguin Parade
* See little penguins fill up the beach in the evening
• Stay overnight in Melbourne
Day 9
• Fly to Queenstown, New Zealand
• Visit Glenorchy and its famous Red Hut
* Take in the sights of Lake Wakatipu
• Explore Queenstown
• Stay overnight in Queenstown
Day 10
• Shot Over Jet Boat Tour
• Specially curated road trip around Queenstown
* Arrowtown
* Kawarau Suspension Bridge
* Few other fun surprises along the way
• Stay overnight in Queenstown
Day 11
• Drive to Milford Sound (all-day tour)
* Milford Sound Cruise
• Stay overnight in Queenstown
Day 12
• Free time in Queenstown - Adventure capital of the world!
• Optional - Join the Tour Managers on a trip to Skyline Queenstown
* Come have fun with us on the luge ride down the mountain
• Stay overnight in Queenstown
Day 13
• Road trip to Christchurch
* Drive through scenic routes and mountain passes
* Stop over at some hidden gems along the way
• Stay overnight in Christchurch
Day 14
• City tour of Christchurch
• Antarctic Centre
• Stay overnight in Christchurch
Day 15
• Fly to Rotorua
• Te Puia Thermal Wonderland
* Experience the traditional islander culture of Rotorua
• Stay overnight in Rotorua
Day 16
• Redwoods Tree Walk
• Hobbiton Movie Set Tour
• Stay overnight in Rotorua
Day 17
• Waitomo Glowworm Cave Boat Ride
• Check-in to hotel in Auckland
* Prep for the flight home
• Stroll Auckland downtown at leisure
• Stay overnight in Auckland
Day 18
• After breakfast, we make our way to the Auckland airport for our journey home
• Our journey ends here but your memories will last forever!
What's Included
• 4 and 5-star accommodations
• Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner
• Transportation via AC Bus
• Two Tour Managers/Leaders
• All inter-city flights
• 18+ Excursions
** International flights not included
• Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner
• Transportation via AC Bus
• Two Tour Managers/Leaders
• All inter-city flights
• 18+ Excursions
** International flights not included
