Wonders of Australia and New Zealand

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Sun-lovers and adventure seekers will delight at the wonders of Australia and New Zealand on this two-week tour. Tick off the Aussie east coast cities, dreamy Whitsunday islands and unique wildlife before jumping across to thrill-seeking Queenstown, the city of sails and culturally rich Rotorua in picture perfect New Zealand.

Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • Discover Brisbane, Sydney, Rotorua and Queenstown
    • Explore Sydney Opera House, and Ruakuri Cave in Waitomo with a Local Specialist
    • Scenic Cruise in the Whitsundays and on Sydney Harbour
    • View native Australian and New Zealand animals at Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital and Rainbow Springs Nature Park
    • Visit the Great Barrier Reef, Sydney Opera House, Bondi Beach, a geothermal valley at Whakarewarewa in Rotorua
    • Connect with Locals
    • Dive into Culture
    • Dive into Culture
    • MAKE TRAVEL MATTER®
    • MAKE TRAVEL MATTER®

What's this trip about?

    Sun-lovers and adventure seekers will delight at the wonders of Australia and New Zealand on this two-week tour. Tick off the Aussie east coast cities, dreamy Whitsunday islands and unique wildlife before jumping across to thrill-seeking Queenstown, the city of sails and culturally rich Rotorua in picture perfect New Zealand.

Details

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

Travel Themes

  • 50 plus
  • Cultural
  • Education / Learning

Destinations

Attractions

  • Auckland
  • Brisbane
  • Great Barrier Reef
  • Queenstown
  • Sydney

Activities

  • Culture
  • Historic sightseeing

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Itinerary

Day 1: Welcome to Brisbane

Kick off your wondrous travels through Australia and New Zealand in sunny Brisbane. (Flights to arrive prior to 2pm). You’re off to a celebratory start as you meet your Travel Director and fellow travel companions and head to a palate-pleasing Be My Guest experience a...

Day 2: Explore Brisbane and Beyond

This morning you’ll head to Australia Zoo’s Wildlife Hospital. Australia's wildlife is uniquely its own and much-loved by the world. Go behind the scenes to see how the Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital is giving injured wildlife a second chance. Over a twelve-month per...

Day 3: Hamilton Island on the Coral Sea

You’re off to paradise today in the very heart of Queensland’s Whitsundays, Hamilton Island. Drop right into relaxation mode and live the island life on ‘Hamo’ – as it’s known by locals - marvelling at its long white beaches and teal water brimming with marine life in...

Day 4: Cruise on the Great Barrier Reef

Continue your exploration of the Whitsundays’ island archipelago heading through its tropical gateway to the iconic Great Barrier Reef. You’ll sail across the impossibly blue waters of the World Heritage-listed marine park to explore the hidden corners and colourful d...

Day 5: Hamilton Island is All Yours

Hamilton Island is yours today to indulge in complete relaxation or continue adventuring through the natural beauty of the island. Enjoy a coffee at the marina, lace up your hiking boots, and head up Passage Peak for flagship views across the archipelago. Water lovers...

Day 6: Sydney, City on the Harbour

Bid farewell to island life before you make your way to the big city. An easy start to the day gives you some more time to enjoy Hamilton Island. Savour a leisurely breakfast, sneak in one last swim, and soak up the views before boarding your flight to Sydney. Welcome...

Day 7: Must-See Sights of Sydney

It’s the ultimate in Sydney sightseeing today as you join a Behind the Scenes Sydney Opera House Tour with a Local Specialist. Walk up the steps and under the ‘sails’ of this iconic building delving into the heart and history as you take in the Drama Theatre, Playhous...

Day 8: Time to Relax in Sydney

Get your final fix of Sydney with a full day to explore. Soak up incredible city views jumping on a ferry trip to Manly Beach, another of Sydney’s other famous beaches, grabbing lunch or an ice cream and going for a stroll along the water. See stunning local blooms at...

Day 9: Queenstown, Adventure Playground

It's time to say Hoo Roo Australia and Kia Ora New Zealand as you fly to Queenstown’s adventure capital. Jump right into your New Zealand travels travelling to the historic gold mining heritage of Arrowtown. Learn the town’s history when in 1862 thousands flocked to A...

Day 10: Farm Life with Host Laura

Get a feel for real New Zealand farm life with what awaits today. Begin the day meeting your host, Southern Girl Laura. Born and raised on a sheep and deer farm in the deep south of New Zealand, you'll Connect With Locals as passionate Laura shares her story of her li...

Day 11: Queenstown Yours to Enjoy

Say ‘good morning’ to Queenstown with a full day of ways to play in this adventure capital. How about an Optional Experience of a thrilling, adrenalin-rush jet boat ride down the Shotover River or an excursion through Skipper's Canyon? If you’re looking for another ty...

Day 12: Auckland, New Zealand's Largest City

With fond memories of your time in Queenstown and its surrounds, it's a change of scene today departing Queenstown and flying north to Auckland, the ‘City of Sails.’ As you fly in over the harbour, admire the city’s namesake sailboats and get excited for Auckland’s ri...

Day 13: Cultural Capital Rotorua

Get ready for an immersive, culture-filled day as we make our way to New Zealand’s cultural capital, Rotorua. You’ll begin journeying through King Country, the centre of the New Zealand Wars in the 1860s, en route to the Ruakuri Caves in Waitomo. Join a Local Speciali...

Day 14: Nature and Culture in Rotorua

It’s you’re final full day on your tour and it’s a big one. Begin at the National Kiwi Hatchery Aotearoa to learn everything about the New Zealand’s national bird, the kiwi a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. Watch kiwi eggs being incubated, the hatching process, and ne...

Day 15: Farewell Auckland

Savour your last morning of your epic Australia and New Zealand tour over a final delicious breakfast with your travel mates. Then bid farewell as you are transferred from Rotorua to the Auckland Airport for your onward flight (flights to depart after 2pm).

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Price per day$565
Last Updated: 6/24/2024

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Wonders of Australia and New Zealand

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At Trafalgar, we passionately believe in the power of travel to broaden the mind and build bridges between people. By sharing with you the hidden places not mentioned in guidebooks, the local people you wouldn’t otherwise meet, and the traditions you may not have experienced by yourself, we ensure that you get the ‘insider’ view, an authentic and enhanced experience you simply could not have had on your own.

It is this dedication to taking our guests beyond the obvious sights that has helped us grow over the past 65 years into one of the most trusted and successful international guided vacation/holiday companies in the world. From Europe to the United States, South America to South Africa, and with the recent addition of Asia, we pride ourselves on uncovering the hidden gems, cultural highlights and not-to-be-missed attractions of the places you visit. We’ll help you delve deep into the heart of each city and capture the true essence of each new destination.

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As the world’s most awarded and loved travel company, Trafalgar unlocks the best of the world for every traveller. From the iconic sites to breaking bread with locals at private Be My Guest experiences, guests can be assured of a dream holiday without the stress of 'what ifs'. Committed to Make Travel Matter, Trafalgar aims to make a positive impact on locals, communities and wildlife visited, and the planet we call home. With tried and tested tours, created by local travel experts in destination and enjoyed by more than 5million happy guests, Trafalgar’s proud to be recognised by its Feefo Platinum Trusted Service Award.

Trafalgar is part of the family-owned and run The Travel Corporation (TTC), driven by service for over one hundred years.

 

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Accommodation

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Meals Included
  • 1 Be My Guest
  • 1 Dinner
  • 1 Farewell Dinner
  • 1 Lunch
  • 14 Breakfasts
  • 4 Regional Dinners
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
Additional Information
  • A Trafalgar bonus - all Intra-Air Flights: Brisbane to Hamilton Island, Hamilton Island to Sydney, Sydney to Queenstown, Queenstown to Auckland
  • All land transport shown. All transfers shown
  • All porterage and restaurant gratuities
  • An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
  • Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
  • Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
  • Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
  • Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
  • Optional Experiences and free time
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