Highlights of Australia & New Zealand 2010
All the best of Australia and New Zealand's modern cities and unique natural wonders. Take a cruise on Sydney Harbour, watch the sun set and rise at Ayers Rock, float through Glow Worm Grotto and cruise on stunning Milford Sound.
Highlights
Whats Included
Sightseeing Highlights
Dining Highlights
First Class Travel Highlights
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- Tour Operator
- Trafalgar Tours
- Duration
- 23 Days
- Escorted
- Escorted - Yes
| Day | Destination | Description |
| Day 1-2 | Depart USA | Depart USA : We fly over the international date line on our way 'Downunder' to Melbourne, Australia. |
| Day 3 | Melbourne | Arrive Melbourne (3 nights) : On arrival at Melbourne Airport you are transferred to your hotel. After check-in the rest of the day is free to relax or explore before a Welcome Drink with our Tour Director. Hotel: Crowne Plaza |
| Day 4 | Melbourne | Melbourne sightseeing & at leisure : Morning sightseeing shows us the Royal Botanic Gardens, Parliament House, the Shrine of Remembrance and more. Later enjoy time at leisure. (Buffet breakfast) |
| Day 5 | Melbourne | Melbourne at leisure : A full day at leisure to perhaps see the magnificent rock formations of the Twelve Apostles along the Great Ocean Road or ride the Puffing Billy steam train. (Buffet breakfast) |
| Day 6 | Alice Springs | Melbourne - Alice Springs : We board our morning flight to Alice Springs. On arrival a guided tour shows us the historic Telegraph Station, the Royal Flying Doctor Service and School of the Air. Latertake in the view from Anzac Hill Lookout. Tonight we travel out to a genuine Aussie outback homestead, Ooraminna, to enjoy a "Be My Guest" dinner with the Hayes family. (Buffet breakfast / Be My Guest dinner) Hotel: Alice Springs Resort |
| Day 7 | Ayers Rock | Alice Springs - Ayers Rock (2 nights) : We depart early for Ayers Rock, stopping at a camel farm where you can try your hand riding "a ship of the desert". This afternoon is at leisure. This evening savor a complimentary glass of wine while watching the sunset at Uluou (Ayers Rock) from the viewing area known as the "sunset strip". (Buffet breakfast) Hotel: Desert Gardens Hotel |
| Day 8 | Kata Tjuta (The Olgas) | Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) : We rise early to view sunrise at Uluou (Ayers Rock). Tour the caves at the base of Uluou and hear stories of the Aboriginal Dreamtime. Later, visit the Uluou - Kata Tjuua Cultural Centre. In the afternoon we travel through the desert plains to Kata Tjuua (the Olgas). Take a walk through Waipa Gorge and gaze down the central valley of Kata Tjuua. Finally experience a spectacular sunset with complimentary sparkling wine at Kata Tjuua (the Olgas). (Buffet breakfast) |
| Day 9 | Cairns | Ayers Rock - Cairns (3 nights) : This morning is at leisure before our fl ight to Queensland and the holiday resort of Cairns. This afternoon spend time at the Cairns Wildlife Dome where you'll encounter unique Australian animals. (Buffet breakfast) Hotel: Hilton Hotel |
| Day 10 | Great Barrier Reef | Great Barrier Reef : Today we join the high speed catamaran for the most unforgettable day on the Great Barrier Reef. Enjoy an informative reef education presentation. See the fascinating coral formations and other exotic marine life from the underwater observatory and the semi-submersible craft. After a Highlight Lunch, there's time to relax, snorkel some more or scuba dive (own expense). (Buffet breakfast / Highlight lunch) |
| Day 11 | Cairns | Cairns at leisure : Enjoy a full day at leisure. Perhaps take an excursion through the rainforest on the Skyrail Cableway to Kuranda. Or you may wish to visit Cape Tribulation and the spectacular rainforests of the Daintree National Park. (Buffet breakfast) |
| Day 12 | Sydney | Cairns - Sydney (3 nights) : Mid-morning, we transfer to the airport where we board our flight to Sydney. We arrive in the afternoon and transfer to our hotel. (Buffet breakfast) Hotel: Old Sydney Holiday Inn |
| Day 13 | Sydney | Sydney sightseeing & at leisure : After breakfast, our sightseeing tour will feature stunning views of Sydney Harbour Bridge and the Opera House. Next we join a guided tour of the Opera House. Later, we will enjoy a luxury cruise on Sydney Harbour which includes a Highlight Lunch on board. (Buffet breakfast / Highlight lunch) |
| Day 14 | Sydney | Sydney at leisure : Enjoy a full day at leisure. Maybe take a trip to Canberra, Australia's capital or an excursion to the Blue Mountains and Featherdale Wildlife Park. (Buffet breakfast) |
| Day 15 | Auckland | Sydney - Auckland (2 nights) : Early morning flight to Auckland, New Zealand. On arrival we transfer to our hotel. (Breakfast / Dinner) Hotel: Stamford Plaza |
| Day 16 | Auckland | Auckland sightseeing & at leisure : Our sightseeing tour includes views from the top of Mt. Eden and the War Memorial. We stop at Viaduct Harbour, home to the 2000 America's Cup followed by a cruise on Waitemata Harbour, the best way to see the city! (Buffet breakfast) |
| Day 17 | Rotorua | Auckland - Rotorua : We join a guided boat tour of the incredible Waitomo Glow Worm Grotto. From here it's on to Rotorua for a visit to Te Puia Thermal Reserve, followed by a Maori Hangi Highlight Dinner. (Buffet breakfast / Highlight dinner) Hotel: Millennium Hotel |
| Day 18 | Christchurch | Rotorua - Christchurch : Our sightseeing tour includes a visit to Rainbow Springs and the Agrodome Sheep Show. Then we take an afternoon flight to Christchurch (flights to depart after 12 noon). (Buffet breakfast) Hotel: Novotel Christchurch |
| Day 19 | Franz Josef | TranzAlpine - Franz Josef : Journey through the Southern Alps on the TranzAlpine Train. Continue to Franz Josef Glacier where you'll have an opportunity to enjoy an optional scenic flight (weather permitting). (Buffet breakfast / Dinner) Hotel: Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier |
| Day 20 | Queenstown | Franz Josef - Queenstown (2 nights) : Today we enjoy a coastal drive as our journey takes us south passing Lake Wanaka, Lake Hawea and through Kawarau Gorge. Then we visit Arrowtown, before we arrive in Queenstown. (Buffet breakfast) Hotel: Millennium Hotel |
| Day 21 | Milford Sound | Milford Sound : An early start to Fiordland. We drive through the Homer Tunnel stopping at the Chasm, before arriving at Milford Sound. We enjoy a spectacular cruise and Highlight Lunch. Later, we return to Queenstown for the night. (Buffet breakfast / Highlight lunch) |
| Day 22 | Christchurch | Mount Cook - Christchurch : Today we travel past Mount Cook National Park. Next we visit Lake Tekapo stopping at the Church of the Good shepherd. We drive over the Canterbury Plains to Christchurch and enjoy a tour of the city. This evening enjoy local hospitality with a delicious "Be My Guest" dinner with wine in a kiwi home. (Buffet breakfast / Be My Guest dinner) Hotel: Novotel Christchurch |
| Day 23 | Return USA | Christchurch - USA : This morning time to bid farewell as we transfer you to Christchurch Airport to connect with your return flight home. (Buffet breakfast) |
- Dates/Pricing
- Disclaimer
- ** "Land only" Price requires the following air sectors to be purchased separately: Melbourne-Alice Springs, Ayers Rock-Cairns, Cairns-Sydney, Sydney-Auckland, Rotorua-Christchurch. Trafalgar guarantees to offer you the best airfare available at the time of booking. Additional government taxes and fees may apply and these will be confirmed at time of booking.
** This list indicates brochure rates and dates.
For details on discounts that apply to this tour please refer to a brochure or see your Travel Agent.
The displayed prices are based on twin-share accommodation. A single supplement price is available on request.- These prices are correct at the time of the website going live, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking.
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