AUSTRALIA and NEW ZEALAND HIGHLIGHTS – 21 Days Melbourne to Christchurch

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Head out on a 9-hour bus tour of Phillip Island to see wildlife and the coastline. You’ll spend time at the Koala Conservation Reserve getting close to koalas, then walk along Woolamai Beach. Later you’ll check out The Nobbies Centre and Seal Rocks before sticking around for sunset when the little penguins come ashore at Summerland Bay. It’s a full day but worth it for the wildlife viewing.
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Meals
Breakfast
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Included Activities
Phillip Island Penguin Parade and Koalas Tour
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Accommodation:
Hotel in Melbourne

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Experience the wonders of Uluru as part of your Northern Territory adventure.
Travel in air-conditioned comfort, hear intriguing stories and learn the secrets of this unique world-renowned destination. We provide BBQ, beverages and snacks so all you have to do is focus on your incredible surroundings.
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You’ll enjoy:
Watching the sunset over the sacred site of Uluru with a glass of bubbly
***We are only allowed to give each person 2 alcoholic drinks. Each person will be given 2 vouchers.
Uluru: Guided Mala Walk
Uluru: Guided Mutitjulu Waterhole Walk
Aboriginal Cultural Centre
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Activities Included:
Uluru day tour
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Meals Included:
Breakfast
Dinner
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Accommodation:
Hotel in Ayers Rock area

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*Please note that your flight today can be to Cairns or Sydney (subject to fight availability from Ayers Rock). The tour flow will adjust accordingly.
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Today you will catch a flight to Cairns OR Sydney, on arrival get transferred to the hotel, rest of the day is free time at your leisure.
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Activities Included:
Airport transfer
One way flight
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Meals Included:
Breakfast
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Accommodation:
Hotel in Cairns

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Immerse yourself in the natural wonders and Aboriginal heritage of Australia’s Tropical North Queensland on this full-day tour from Cairns. First, head to the Mossman Gorge to take part in a traditional smoke ceremony with the indigenous Kuku Yalanji people. Then, enjoy lunch in the Daintree Village. After lunch, join a wildlife cruise on the Daintree River where you might see a crocodile, and learn about the fragile ecosystem of this impressive, serpent-like river system. Finally, head to Thornton’s Beach, where the rainforest meets the reef.
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Activities Included:
Cape Tribulation and Daintree Rainforest
Guided sightseeing
River cruise
All park entrance fees
Wildlife viewing
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Picnic Lunch
Afternoon tea
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Accommodation:
Hotel in Cairns

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Experience one of the wonders of the natural world up close and personal on this snorkeling and diving cruise on the Great Barrier Reef. Climb aboard a 35-meter superyacht in Cairns and set sail for the open sea. Reach the Barrier Reef and explore the colorful world underneath the water, and snorkel for a closer look. Travel to 2 different locations on the reef to see more of this special place.
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Duration: 10hrs (approx)
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Activities Included:
2 spectacular outer reef locations
Free use of snorkeling gear
Free lycra/stinger suit hire
A glass of wine and a snack
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Lunch
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Accommodation:
Hotel in Cairns

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Today you will catch a flight to Sydney, on arrival get transferred to the hotel, rest of the day is free time at your leisure.
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Activities Included:
Airport transfer
One way flight
Meals Included:
Breakfast
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Accommodation:
Hotel in Sydney

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Discover the Blue Mountains on a guided trip from Sydney. Visit Scenic World to ride the Skyway, railway, and cableway. Have lunch at a quaint village before seeing the Sydney Zoo.
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Get spectacular views on the fun rides of Scenic World
Explore the wildlife, culture, and sights of the Blue Mountains
Discover a charming village in the Blue Mountains and explore boutique stores
Visit Sydney Zoo and see native Australian animals
Enjoy a scenic ferry ride to Circular Quay to conclude your day
Duration: 10hrs (approx.)
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Activities Included:
Blue Mountains
Scenic World
Sydney Zoo
Scenic ferry ride
Meals Included:
Breakfast
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Accommodation:
Hotel in Sydney

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Make the most of your time in Sydney on a morning or afternoon sightseeing tour that fits all of the city’s best bits into just a few hours. Snap photos of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge, visit glamorous Bondi Beach, travel through The Rocks and Paddington, and take in the views from Mrs. Macquarie’s Point. Learn more about the city’s history from your guide along the way.
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Duration: 3hr . 30min (approx.)
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Activities Included:
Sydney highlights
Meals Included:
Breakfast
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Accommodation:
Hotel in Sydney

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Wildlife, Waterfalls and Wine Day Tour:
Experience wine and wildlife on this comprehensive day trip from Sydney. Admire gorgeous coastal views on a scenic drive to Royal National Park, snap a selfie with a koala in Symbio Wildlife Park, and hike to a waterfall lookout in Morton National Park. Plus, enjoy a seaside lunch and boutique wine tasting—all included
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Kiama Coast
Today you we enjoy a magical journey with a local driver/guide on this tour of the Southern Highlands and South Coast. Take in views of Sea Cliff Bridge from Stanwell Tops Lookout; hear Kiama Blowhole roar; stroll through the canopy or brave a zipline at the Illawarra Fly Treetop Walk (own expense); admire the Fitzroy Falls; and opt to include a wine-tasting.
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Activities Included:
Sightseeing
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Accommodation:
Hotel in Sydney

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It’s time to say goodbye to Australia as the tour ends today with breakfast at the hotel. Get ready to get check-off your next bucket list destination, New Zealand. We will head to Sydney airport to catch early afternoon flight to Auckland, New Zealand.
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Auckland, New Zealand’s self-proclaimed ‘City of Sails’ is the country’s largest metro area. Resting between the Pacific Ocean and the Tasman Sea, this urban paradise has something for everyone.
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Activities Included:
Airport transfer
Flight – Sydney to Auckland (one way)
Free day to explore the city
Accommodation:
Hotel in Auckland

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Auckland Central (Pass By) Your tour starts in New Zealand’s largest city. As we drive out of the city your guide will not only set the scene for your adventure today but also point out and guide you past some of the city’s top highlights.
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Waikato Region (Pass By)
Tirau
Te Puia
Rotorua
Maori Cultural Performance & Traditional Maori Hangi Buffet Lunch.
Activities Included:
Guided sightseeing
Entry ticket
Meals Included:
Breakfast @ hotel
Lunch
Snack
Accommodation:
Hotel in Auckland

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The fictional, yet globally famous, village of Hobbiton and the Waitomo Caves rank among the most popular sites of interest in New Zealand. On this tour, visit both sites in one day—see the home of Bilbo Baggins and explore Waitomo’s subterranean caverns.
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Auckland Central (Pass By)
Waikato Region (Pass By)
Hobbiton Movie Set
Karapiro
Otorohanga (Pass By)
Waitomo Big Bird & Miniature Animal Petting Farm
Waitomo Glowworm Caves
Please wear comfortable walking shoes and a warm jacket for the Waitomo Glowworm Caves guided tour.
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Activities Included:
Guided sightseeing
Waitomo glowworm caves
Hobbiton
Mitai Maori Village
Optional Activities:
Rotorua’s Polynesian Spa – $40 pp
Meals Included:
Breakfast @ hotel
Snacks
Accommodation:
Hotel in Auckland

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Its time to say goodbye to North Island as today you will catch an early flight to Queenstown (South Island), on arrival you will be met by a driver and transferred to your accommodation.
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Today is a free day to explore Queenstown. Although celebrated as New Zealand’s ‘adventure capital’ Queenstown offers far more than a fast-paced action-packed holiday. Settled on the shores of Lake Wakatipu beneath a soaring panorama of the Remarkables Mountain Range, this alpine town is surrounded by a plethora of historic, gastronomic, and scenic wonders.
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Activities Included:
Airport transfer
Flight Auckland – Queenstown (one way)
Optional Activities:
Queenstown Skyline Gondola Ride – $40 pp
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Meals Included:
Breakfast @ hotel
Accommodation:
Hotel in Queenstown

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Discover the breathtaking beauty of Aoraki / Mount Cook National Park on this unforgettable small-group adventure from Queenstown. Travel through spectacular South Island landscapes as your knowledgeable guide shares stories and insights along the way.
Journey through dramatic alpine scenery including the rugged Kawarau Gorge and the sweeping views of Lindis Pass, with scenic stops at iconic locations such as the vibrant turquoise waters of Lake Pukaki. You may also visit local favourites like High Country Salmon and seasonal fruit stalls.
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At Mt Cook National Park, enjoy free time to explore this remarkable alpine environment. Walk to the Tasman Glacier lookout for panoramic views of New Zealand’s largest glacier, glacial lakes, and towering peaks.
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Note: This day tour itinerary is subject to availability, it is possible that the activity is sold out, in such situation we will offer you an alternate activity.
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Activities Included:
Sightseeing
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Accommodation:
Hotel in Queenstown

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Return luxury coach transport from Queenstown to Milford Sound, with a 1 hour 40 minute Cruise along the full length of the fiord. On boarding a Real Journeys luxury glass-roofed coach in Queenstown or Te Anau, you will enjoy a relaxing trip along the shores of Lake Wakatipu and through the rolling countryside to Te Anau. The coach driver provides an informative commentary. After a morning tea break in Te Anau, where you have the option of purchasing refreshments, the coach continues along the spectacular Milford Road. There is time for photo stops and short walks along the way. On reaching Milford Sound, you board the modern, spacious vessel for a leisurely cruise in the fiord. The cruise provides excellent viewing opportunities and plenty of time is available to enjoy waterfalls, rainforests, mountains, and wildlife. During the cruise, your friendly crew provides commentaries in several languages and points out the sights such as Mitre Peak and the Pembroke Glacier.
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Please bring comfortable shoes, a waterproof jacket, warm clothing, and insect repellent.
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Activities Included:
Milford Sound Nature Cruise with return luxury coach transfers
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Lunch
Accommodation:
Hotel in Queenstown

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Take a sightseeing day tour from Queenstown to Franz Josef and discover the wild beauty of New Zealand’s West Coast.
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Leaving Queenstown, travel by luxury coach through the stunning scenery of the South Island. Your driver guide will provide entertaining commentary and point out sites of interest as you pass by the crystal-clear waters of Lake Dunstan, Lake Wanaka and Lake Hawea.
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After a morning tea break in Makarora on the border of Mount Aspiring World Heritage Park, you’ll travel through the Haast Pass, journeying through native beech forest and over the Southern Alps, before emerging on the West Coast. This remote area has a ruggedly beautiful landscape of vast rainforests, gushing waterfalls and snow-capped mountains.
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Skirt the coast and see waves crashing on rocky beaches before returning inland. Pass tree-fringed lakes and stop at a boutique salmon farm on the Paringa River for afternoon tea, before arriving in the afternoon at the small village of Franz Josef. From here you can explore the world famous Franz Josef Glacier.
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The German explorer Julius von Haast named the Franz Josef Glacier after Emperor Franz Joseph I of Austria. Located in Westland Tai Poutini National Park, it is approximately 12 kilometres (7.5 miles) long.
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Activities Included:
Sightseeing on the way to Franz Josef
Meals Included:
Breakfast @ hotel
Accommodation:
Hotel in Franz Josef Glacier Village

Description:
Today is a free day to explore the Franz Josep area. Some of the optional activities which is recommended:
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Cruise & Rainforest Walk
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Explore beyond the glacier at Franz Josef with a scenic cruise on Lake Mapourika. See the snow-capped mountains reflected in the lake on a calm, clear day, as you cruise across the lake to a hidden nature trail through the ancient, untouched rainforest. Visit a kiwi sanctuary and look out for other birds along the way.
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Kayak Adventure
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Journey across Lake Mapourika and enjoy exclusive access to our private rainforest trail through the Okarito Kiwi Sanctuary. Step off the boat and into a Jurassic rainforest that feels like another world!
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Activities Included:
Free day to explore
Optional Activities:
Scenic cruise and rainforest walk ($95 / person)
Kayak adventure ($85 / person)
Meals Included:
Breakfast @ hotel
Accommodation:
Hotel in Franz Josef Glacier Village

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Today you will be transferred to the Greymouth train station.
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Check-in and board a train through New Zealand’s Southern Alps on a gorgeous rail journey from Greymouth to Arthur’s Pass and Christchurch. You have the option to ride one segment of the mountainous route, or take the entire 4.5-hour journey, passing wide-open views, rugged peaks, and vast forests of native beech. Personal headsets with GPS-triggered audio commentary tell the story of the communities and places you’ll pass, with a combination of seats and open-air viewing decks for a comfortable ride.
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NOTE: Your TranzAlpine train departs Greymouth Train Station at 14:05. Please check-in at least 20 minutes before departure by presenting your reference number to the ticket office. You will receive your boarding pass and your suitcases (large bags) will be checked in.
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Your train is scheduled to arrive at Christchurch Train Station at 18:30. Get transferred to the hotel on arrival.
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Activities Included:
TranzAlpine Scenic Train
Transfer to train stn
Meals Included:
Breakfast @ hotel
Accommodation:
Hotel in Christchurch

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It’s time to say goodbye to your fellow travelers and the guide as the tour ends today with breakfast at the hotel. Check out is usually by 11am so book your return flight accordingly. Hoping that you have captured the best moments on camera and packed in a host of travel memories to carry back home with you.
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Activities Included:
Airport shuttle/transfer
Meals Included:
Breakfast