Australia & New Zealand Uncovered

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A continent in its own right, Australia’s landscapes range from tropical rainforests to the red deserts of the Outback via vineyards, surf beaches and cosmopolitan cities. Thanks to an efficient network of internal flights, you can experience many of these places within the same trip. We’ve found some of the biggest Australian myths to be true: this really i...
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Overview

Trip type
Private Guided
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

What's this trip about?

    A continent in its own right, Australia’s landscapes range from tropical rainforests to the red deserts of the Outback via vineyards, surf beaches and cosmopolitan cities. Thanks to an efficient network of internal flights, you can experience many of these places within the same trip. We’ve found some of the biggest Australian myths to be true: this really is a land of easy-going attitudes where active, outdoor lifestyles are celebrated and natural wonders abound. We can recommend how to make the most out of your Australia holiday, whether you’re interested in snorkeling the Great Barrier Reef, heading out on a bushwalk with an Aboriginal guide, or simply looking for the best seafood in Perth.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal transport included (including local flights)
Start CitySydney
End CityQueenstown

Travel Themes

  • Culinary & Wine
  • Cultural

Destinations

Attractions

  • Auckland
  • Cairns
  • Christchurch
  • Queenstown
  • Sydney
  • Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park
  • Wellington

Activities

  • Culture
  • History
  • Mountaineering
  • Nature
  • Relaxing Retreat
  • Short Cruise
  • Snorkeling
  • Wine Tasting

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Itinerary

Day 1 : International outbound flight

Today you begin your journey by boarding your international outbound flight to Sydney.

Day 2 : International outbound flight

On-board your international outbound flight to Sydney.

Day 3 : Sydney

You will arrive into Sydney today and transported to your city accommodation for a three night stay. Take an hour long guided tour of the Sydney Opera House, learning about its unique architecture and history.

Day 4 : Sydney

You will have a guided bike tour of the highlights in Sydney. This is a great excursion and an excellent way to learn your way around the city before spending a few days here.

Day 5 : Sydney

You will be collected this morning and taken on a small group tour to the Blue Mountains in a smart 4WD accompanied by a friendly and knowledgeable guide. You will explore the flora and fauna, culture and history of this wonderful region while avoiding the busier tourists bottlenecks. Lunch is included at a beautiful lookout point.

Day 6 : Uluru/Ayers Rock

You will fly out to Uluru/Ayers Rock in the Red Centre today for your first real taste of the outback. On arrival you will be met and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day will be yours to spend at leisure.

Day 7 : Uluru/Ayers Rock

Early this morning you will be collected from your hotel for a sunrise tour of the nearby Kata Tjuta rock formation. Your guide will teach you of the areas geological composition and its significance to the indigenous peoples of the area, whose mark is left by the int...

Day 8 : Palm Cove

This morning is at leisure. In the afternoon, you will fly to Cairns, in tropical north Queensland today. On arrival you'll be met and transferred the short distance up the coast to the beautiful Palm Cove, where you will spend the next four nights.

Day 9 : Palm Cove

This morning you will head into the ancient Daintree Rainforest on a small group 4x4 tour. Enjoy learning about aboriginal bush food and medicines, look out for saltwater crocodiles on the Daintree River and travel to the stunning Cape Tribulation lookout - the point where the Great Barrier Reef meets the rainforest.

Day 10 : Palm Cove

Spend the day exploring the incredible marine life of the Great Barrier Reef as you head out on 30 metre luxury sailing catamaran. There will be opportunities for snorkelling and relaxing as well as options to take a trip on a glass bottom boat. Lunch and light refreshments are served on board.

Day 11 : Palm Cove

Today you will have a full day at leisure to enjoy in Palm Cove. You may wish to try your hand at some more watersports or simply relax on the beautiful stretch of beach.

Day 12 : Auckland

This morning you will have an early start back to Cairns for your flight across to Auckland in New Zealand. Upon arrival in Auckland you will be met and transferred to your accommodation in the centre of the city.After you have settled into your hotel room you can hea...

Day 13 : Rotorua

This morning you will explore Auckland's highlights on a guided tour, making for a fantastic introduction to the city and New Zealand as a whole. In the afternoon, collect your hire car and make your way south to the fascinating Rotorua - a centre of geothermal activity.

Day 14 : Rotorua

Today enjoy all of Rotorua`s top attractions, from the breath taking geysers and mud pools of the Te Puia Cultural and Geothermal Center, to the soothing natural blessing of the Polynesian Spa pools.In the evening you will be collected from your accommodation and head...

Day 15 : Wellington

This morning you will drop your hire car at Rotorua airport and board your domestic flight to Wellington. The afternoon is then free to explore New Zealand's capital city, take a look around Te Papa Museum and learn about Maori and settler history.

Day 16 : Blenheim

Make your way to the ferry terminal this morning and board the InterIslander ferry across to Picton on the South Island. Upon arrival, collect your hire car and drive into the Blenheim and Marlborough winelands. Spend the afternoon exploring the vineyards around Blenh...

Day 17 : Christchurch

This morning you will make your way south to Christchurch, where you'll be able to see the rebuilding effort following the recent earthquakes that caused much damage to the city. You will stay one night in Christchurch.

Day 18 : Fox Glacier

Today make your own way to the train station where you will board the TranzAlpine train across the Southern Alps through Arthur's Pass National Park to Greymouth on the west coast.Upon arrival in Greymouth, collect your hire car and enjoy a leisurely drive to the stunning Fox Glacier where you will stay two nights.

Day 19 : Fox Glacier

An early morning visit to nearby Lake Matheson to watch the sun rise is a must this morning - the reflection of Mount Cook in the lake's surface makes for some striking photographs. Follow this with a guided walk to the terminal face of Fox Glacier and if you have time, you can arrange to take a helicopter flight over Mount Cook and the Glaciers.

Day 20 : Queenstown

This morning, make your way across the Haast Pass to the lakeside town of Queenstown. This afternoon is at leisure after your long drive.

Day 21 : Queenstown

Today experience what is arguably New Zealand's most dramatic setting, the awe inspiring Milford Sound amongst the otherworldly Fjordlands. You will be collected from your hotel early this morning and will brought to the Sound on a coach bus, specially designed to pro...

Day 22 : International return flight

Please make your own way to the airport in time for your onward flight.

Day 23 : International return flight

Arrive home today to complete your journey.

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