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Contrasts of Australia & New Zealand

Highlights

  • Auckland
  • Waitomo
  • Rotorua
  • TranzApline
  • Franz Josef
  • Milford Sound
  • Mount Cook
  • Lake Tekapo
  • Melbourne
  • Great Barrier Reef
  • Sydney

    Contrasts of Australia & New Zealand Whats Included

    Sightseeing Highlights

  • Auckland Sightseeing including Mount Eden, the America's Cup Village and Kelly Tarlton's Underwater World & Antarctic Encounter.
  • Waitomo Guided boat tour of the Glow Worm Grotto.
  • Rotorua Sightseeing tour including the Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve, Paradise Valley Springs and the Agrodome's Sheep Show. Plus a traditional Maori Hangi and concert.
  • TranzAlpine Journey through the spectacular Southern Alps.
  • Franz Josef See the magnificent Franz Josef Glacier.
  • Milford Sound Cruise on this natural wonder.
  • Mount Cook See the National Park and New Zealand's highest peak.
  • Lake Tekapo View the Church of the Good Shepherd.
  • Melbourne Sightseeing tour including the Royal Botanic Gardens, Queen Victoria Market and much more.
  • Great Barrier Reef Full day Great Barrier Reef cruise including lunch.
  • Sydney Sightseeing including the Harbour Bridge, Opera House and Darling Harbour. Plus a luncheon cruise on Sydney Harbour.

    Dining Highlights

  • A welcome drink with your Tour Director in Auckland
  • 15 Buffet breakfasts
  • 1 lunch while cruising Milford Sound
  • 1 tropical buffet lunch on the Great Barrier Reef
  • 1 lunch while cruising Sydney Harbour
  • 2 three-course dinners in hotels
  • 1 traditional Maori Hangi dinner in Rotorua21 included meals in total (see day by day itinerary)

    First Class Travel Highlights

  • The services of two of Trafalgar's professional Tour Directors on tour, one per country.
  • Chauffeur driven on Trafalgar's luxury air-conditioned motorcoaches with reclining seats in New Zealand
  • A qualified local driver in Melbourne, Cairns and Sydney.
  • Christchurch to Arthur's Pass on board the TranzAlpine Train.
  • Great Adventures Catamaran to the Great Barrier Reef.
  • Airport transfers will be provided on Day 3 in Auckland and Day 18 in Sydney, only for passengers who have booked their flights on a Trafalgar recommended airline and advised Trafalgar of their flight details.
  • You'll stay in twin-bedded rooms with private facilities.
  • All hotel service charges, tips and local taxes are included.
  • A stylish travel bag and wallet containing tour documents and helpful information.

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    Tour OperatorTrafalgar Tours
    Duration
    18 Days
    Escorted
    Escorted - Yes
    Itinerary
    DayDestinationDescription
    Day 1 & 2Depart USADepart USA
    : We fly over the international date line on our way to Auckland, New Zealand.
    Day 3Auckland Arrive Auckland (2 nights)
    :
    On arrival in Auckland, you are transferred to your hotel, with a guaranteed early check-in. The afternoon is at leisure for you to explore Auckland or relax at your hotel. This evening, we enjoy a welcome drink and dinner with our Tour Director. (Dinner)

    Hotel: Stamford Plaza
    Day 4Auckland Auckland sightseeing & at leisure
    : A morning visit to Kelly Tarlton's Underwater World and Antarctic Encounter is followed by a sightseeing tour including views from the top of Mount Eden and the War Memorial. Later, we stop at the Viaduct Harbour, home to the 2000 America's Cup. Here we enjoy some free time, before returning to the hotel.(Buffet Breakfast)
    Day 5Rotorua Auckland - Rotorua
    : Today we travel into the Waikato region and visit the incredible Waitomo Glow Worm Grotto on a guided boat tour. Then continue on to Rotorua where we visit Te Puia Thermal Reserve to view New Zealand's biggest geyser, bubbling mud pools and thermal springs. Finally, we enjoy a traditional Maori Hangi dinner and concert this evening. (Buffet Breakfast / Highlight Dinner)

    Hotel: Millennium Hotel
    Day 6Christchurch Rotorua - Christchurch
    : Our morning sightseeing includes a visit to beautiful Paradise Valley Springs and the Agrodome's entertaining Sheep Show. See sheep shearing and a sheep dog demonstration. Then in the afternoon we take our flight to Christchurch on the South Island (flights to depart after 12 noon). (Buffet Breakfast)

    Hotel: Millennium Hotel
    Day 7Franz Josef TranzAlpine - Franz Josef
    : We board the TranzAlpine train with stunning scenery on our journey over the Southern Alps to Arthur's Pass. Travel along the coastal road to Franz Josef. At Franz Josef Glacier you'll have an opportunity to enjoy a short walk to view the glacier and perhaps take an optional scenic flight (weather permitting). (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)

    Hotel: Franz Josef Glacier Hotel
    Day 8Queenstown Franz Josef - Queenstown (2nights)
    : This morning we enjoy a coastal drive with views of the mighty Tasman Sea. Climb over the Haast Pass winding through Mount Aspiring National Park. Then our journey passes Lake Wanaka, Lake Hawea and heads along the Kawarau River through Kawarau Gorge. Finally we visit the historic village of Arrowtown, before we arrive at Queenstown, where we spend the next two nights. (Buffet Breakfast)

    Hotel: Millennium Hotel
    Day 9Milford Sound Milford Sound
    : An early start to Fiordland. We drive through the Homer Tunnel stopping at the Chasm, before reaching Milford Sound. Here we enjoy a spectacular cruise including lunch with Mitre Peak and Bowen Falls high above. Later, we return to Queenstown for the night. (Buffet Breakfast / Highlight Lunch)
    Day 10Christchurch Mount Cook - Christchurch
    : Today our journey takes us past Mount Cook National Park, a world heritage site and home to New Zealand's highest mountain. Next we visit Lake Tekapo, stopping at the Church of Good Shepherd. We drive over the colorful, patchwork Canterbury plains to Christchurch and enjoy a tour of the city. (Buffet Breakfast)

    Hotel: Millennium Hotel
    Day 11Melbourne Christchurch - Melbourne (2nights)
    : This morning we will board our flight to Melbourne, Australia. On our arrival we are transferred to the hotel. This evening time is your own to do as you please. (Buffet Breakfast)

    Hotel: Saville on Russell
    Day 12Melbourne Melbourne sightseeing & at leisure
    : Our morning sightseeing tour shows us the Royal Botanic Gardens, Queen Victoria Market, the Shrine of Remembrance, Parliament House and much more. We drive over Westgate Bridge for panoramic views over Port Phillip Bay. After enjoy time at leisure to perhaps explore further or relax back at the hotel. (Buffet Breakfast)
    Day 13Cairns Melbourne - Cairns (2 nights)
    : We board our flight to Queensland and the beautiful city of Cairns. This afternoon spend time at the Cairns Wildlife Dome where you'll encounter Australian mammals. (Buffet Breakfast)

    Hotel: Cairns International
    Day 14Great Barrier Reef Great Barrier Reef
    : Mid-morning we join the Great Adventures catamaran and cruise out to the Great Barrier Reef. Enjoy an informative reef education presentation. See a myriad of coral and tropical fish seen from the underwater observatory and the semi-submersible craft. There is the opportunity to go snorkeling and view this natural living wonder up close (equipment provided). Enjoy an included buffet lunch before we return to Cairns.(Buffet Breakfast / Highlight Lunch)
    Day 15Sydney Cairns - Sydney (3 nights)
    : It's a late morning flight to Sydney arriving in the afternoon. On our arrival we transfer to the hotel, where the remainder of your day is at leisure, maybe go out and explore this exciting city. (Buffet Breakfast)

    Hotel: Four Points by Sheraton , Darling Harbour
    Day 16Sydney Sydney sightseeing & at leisure
    : Our morning sightseeing tour includes views of Sydney Harbour Bridge and the Opera House from Mrs. Macquarie's Chair. We then join a guided tour of the Opera House, a famous Australian icon. Later, we'll enjoy a luxury cruise on Sydney Harbour which includes a delicious lunch on board. Enjoy interesting commentary plus spectacular sights as we cruise by Sydney's prestigious suburbs. This afternoon you have the chance to learn about Australia's national gemstone - the opal. (Buffet Breakfast / Highlight Lunch)
    Day 17Sydney Syndey at leisure
    : A full day at leisure in this exciting city. Why not take an excursion to the famous Blue Mountains and see some of Australia's native wildlife at Featherdale Wildlife Park? Or perhaps take an interesting trip to Canberra, Australia's capital. (Buffet Breakfast)
    Day 18USA Sydney - USA
    : Time to bid farewell as we transfer you to the airport.
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    March 25, 2009Land Price$4,665.00 (USD)Quote
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