Day 1

Arrive in Sydney, Australia. Welcome to beautiful Sydney. The rest of the day is at your leisure.

Day 2

Sydney. Enjoy a morning guided sightseeing tour that includes an Opera House and Harbour Bridge photo stop, and a visit to stunning BONDI BEACH, considered by many to be the most beautiful beach in Sydney. The afternoon is at your leisure. (B)

Day 3

Sydney. Enjoy a full day at leisure in this beautiful city. Choose from our selection of optional excursions, including a cruise on Sydney Harbour and a climb to the top of Sydney Harbour Bridge. (B)

Day 4

Sydney–Cairns–Port Douglas. Fly to tropical Cairns and transfer to Port Douglas, a beachside town surrounded by rainforest and the Coral Sea. Enjoy a 3-night stay in this tropical paradise. (B)

Day 5

Port Douglas. Excursion to the Outer Great Barrier Reef. Today, prepare for the experience of a lifetime when you board a catamaran and CRUISE to the Great Barrier Reef, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. Explore this underwater world that is a dazzling kaleidoscope of color and brilliance. Choose to SNORKEL, take a semi-submersible WATERCRAFT TOUR, or attend a presentation by a marine biologist. Return to Port Douglas, where the evening is at leisure. (B,L)

Day 6

Port Douglas. A full day at leisure. You may wish to take a trip into the Daintree Forest, the world’s oldest living rainforest, and to beautiful Cape Tribulation. Other activities include hiking, relaxing by your resort’s pool, or window shopping at the unique boutiques and art galleries in downtown Port Douglas, where you are sure to find a favorite souvenir. (B)

Day 7

Port Douglas–Cairns–Darwin. Spend some time at leisure this morning. Perhaps select an optional excursion to visit a zoo to see crocodiles, kangaroos, and koalas, or the quiet mountain village of Kuranda via the Kuranda Scenic Railway. Later, transfer to Cairns and fly to Darwin at the top end of Australia. (B)

Day 8

Darwin. Excursion to Kakadu National Park. This morning, depart Darwin for a full-day excursion to KAKADU NATIONAL PARK. Upon arrival, take a GUIDED WALK around Nourlangie Rock to view ancient Aboriginal rock art. Then, take a GUIDED CRUISE on Kakadu’s famous wetlands for a chance to see crocodiles in the wild. You will also stop at the WARRADJAN ABORIGINAL CULTURAL CENTRE to learn more about the cultural significance of the park. Afterward, return to Darwin. (B)

Day 9

Darwin–Uluru (Ayers Rock). Today, fly to Uluru. The rest of the day is at your leisure. (B)

Day 10

Uluru (Ayers Rock). This morning, rise early for an inspiring sunrise over Kata Tjuta. Witness incredible views over the dunes and stunning desert landscape. Continue to the Uluru-Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre which houses an amazing collection of ceramics, paintings and punu (woodwork) from the Anangu people, the traditional custodians of Uluru. Later this afternoon, visit “Sunset Strip” for a DRINK & CANAPES, and to witness the changing colors of the rock. (B)

Day 11

Uluru (Ayers Rock)–Melbourne. Today, fly to Melbourne, the cosmopolitan heart of Australia. The remainder of the day is at your leisure. (B)

Day 12

Melbourne. Your morning guided sightseeing tour includes Federation Square, St. Patrick’s Park, Queen Victoria Market (when open), the Italian Quarter, the Shrine of Remembrance, and St. Kilda Beach. Your tour ends at the EUREKA SKYDECK for awe-inspiring views of Melbourne from the Southern Hemisphere’s highest viewing platform. The remainder of the day is at your leisure. (B)

Day 13

Melbourne. Enjoy a full day at leisure for independent activities. You may want to join an excursion to Phillip Island to watch the world-famous Penguin Parade, travel the spectacular Great Ocean Road, or dine aboard a tramcar restaurant as it winds its way through the streets of Melbourne. (B)

Day 14

Melbourne–Queenstown. Today, fly to Queenstown, New Zealand. The remainder of the day is at your leisure. (B)

Day 15

Queenstown. Excursion to Milford Sound. Travel by motorcoach along the shores of Lake Wakatipu to Te Anau, gateway to FIORDLAND NATIONAL PARK. View the Mirror Lakes as you pass through Eglinton Valley. From the Homer Tunnel, emerge into Cleddau Valley. Join your Milford Sound CRUISE for an unforgettable experience. (B)

Day 16

Queenstown. Enjoy a full day at leisure in the “Adventure Capital of the World.” Perhaps choose an optional jetboat ride, visit a local winery, or tour some of the sights used to film The Lord of the Rings trilogy. (B)

Day 17

Queenstown–Rotorua. Fly to Rotorua. The remainder of the day is at your leisure. (B)

Day 18

Rotorua. This morning, enjoy guided sightseeing with visits to TE PUIA, RAINBOW SPRINGS, and the AGRODOME. This afternoon, explore this geothermal wonderland on your own. This evening, you may choose to join our optional Maori cultural performance and Hangi dinner. (B)

Day 19

Rotorua–Waitomo–Auckland. Today, head north for Waitomo, where you will take a boat trip through the WAITOMO GLOWWORM CAVES. Continue on to Auckland. (B,L)

Day 20

Auckland–Nadi, Fiji. Today, fly to Fiji. The remainder of the day is at your leisure.(B)

Day 21

Nadi. A full free day to explore this tropical paradise. Your Local Host can give you suggestions for things to do to make the most of your time. (B)

Day 22

Nadi. Another full day to take in the sites or just relax. Play a round of golf, go sailing, scuba, snorkel, or shop for a favorite souvenir. Other options include being pampered with a spa treatment or just relaxing by your resort’s pool. (B)

Day 23

Nadi. Your stay in Fiji ends with breakfast this morning. (B)