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Australia Tour: Melbourne to Auckland 20 Days Grand Australia and New Zealand Tour Package
Duration: 20 Days / 19 Nights Melbourne and the start of your Australia tour Australia tour begins at 5:30 PM at The Langham Melbourne. A transfer is included from Melbourne Airport to The Langham Melbourne. Welcome to this grand Australia tour, where friendly g'days greet you from arrival to departure! Join us for a welcome reception and dinner tonight as you meet your traveling mates. Day 2 Melbourne’s Victorian charms You’ll see a lot of Melbourne on a sightseeing tour of the city, including St. Patrick's Cathedral, Victoria's Market, the beautiful Royal Botanic Gardens and the ANZAC War Memorial – the Shrine of Remembrance. The city is also home to the oldest tram network in the world; experience it up-close tonight when you dine on Australian specialties aboard the Colonial Tram Car Restaurant as it travels around the city. Day 3 All about Uluru (Ayers Rock), an Australia tour highlight Fly to Alice Springs en route to Uluru (Ayers Rock) for an overnight at a desert Outback resort. Join us for a "silver service" champagne party overlooking Uluru this evening; while the celebration by itself is very special, wait until you experience it under the setting sun when the light bathes the mystical rock with a palette of ever-changing color. Day 4 Aboriginal adventures in the Outback Aboriginal traditions define life in the Outback, especially at Uluru (Ayers Rock); learn about the "dreamtime" legends associated with this massive monolith on a guided tour. Have lunch, then board a flight from the Outback to Queensland for a three-night stay on the ocean in Cairns, gateway to the amazing Great Barrier Reef, at Kewarra Beach Resort & Spa, where you'll have dinner tonight. Day 5 Life at the Great Barrier Reef Spend a full day exploring one of earth's most incredible "living" sites, the Great Barrier Reef, with a cruise aboard the catamaran Wave Dancer to the Low Isles. Marvel at the colors and beauty of the coral and fish while swimming, snorkeling or observing from a glass-bottom boat, and gain insights on what you're seeing from our marine biologist. Spend the evening at leisure back at your resort on the beach. Day 6 Fun in the Rainforest Have an amazing day in and around Port Douglas in tropical North Queensland! Ride a gondola on the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway through the mist-shrouded canopy... learn everything you’ve ever wanted to know (and more) about crocodiles at Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures with a tour, a special crocodile feeding presentation, and an exclusive boat cruise on the lagoon. Tonight, torches, candelabras and aboriginal musicians create a true feast for the senses during a memorable outdoor dining experience at Flames of the Forest. Day 7 Optional balloon ride and on to Sydney Soar over the Atherton Tablelands on an optional early morning balloon ride* (additional cost of $229 per person applies) or spend the morning at the resort at your leisure. Everyone takes off for Sydney late this morning for a four-night stay in the heart of the city. Your hotel is within walking distance of the Botanic Gardens, shopping and restaurants. Day 8 Sightseeing & Harbour Cruise in Sydney One of Australia's most famous iconic sights takes center stage today when you visit the Opera House on a personally guided tour. A private luncheon cruise on Sydney Harbour is a fabulous way to unwind and relax, while getting a good look at some of this extraordinary city's landmark sites from the water. City sightseeing continues as you view The Rocks and Kings Cross. Day 9 Meet koalas and Bondi Beach life savers Accompanied by an informative, knowledgeable local guide, head to Sydney's Featherdale Wildlife Park for a visit with some of Australia's native animals, as you watch resident koalas dine on eucalyptus leaves and just be their adorable selves this morning. Travel next to Bondi Beach, home to the world-famous Bondi Surf Bathers’ Life Saving Club (Bondi Surf Club). Go behind-the-scenes as you visit the members-only clubhouse, hear about the history of life-saving, and even enjoy a dry surfing lesson on the beach, before spending the rest of the day exploring Sydney as you please. Day 10 Sydney for "foodies" & as you please Start an unforgettable day in Sydney by tasting your way through some of the city's coolest culinary nooks and crannies on a “Foodie Tour.” The noted local eateries you'll check out (schedule permitting) include an Italian deli, a chocolatier, one of Sydney's oldest fish markets, an 1840s brewery and a café that began life as a post-WWII pie cart. The rest of the afternoon is at leisure to explore more of Sydney, your way. There is so much to see and do here – from museums to shopping, from Aboriginal art to an array of historic sites that tell the story of Australia's earliest days, Sydney's got it all! Cap the day by dining at a local restaurant tonight. Day 11 Farewell to the Australia tour, hello to New Zealand Your grand Australia tour comes to an end as you bid a final farewell and board a flight across the Tasman Sea for your grand New Zealand tour! First stop is Auckland, the City of Sails; your hotel, The Langham Auckland, is located in the heart of New Zealand's largest city. Dine a la carte at the hotel's award-winning Barolo restaurant, voted the best in the city. Day 12 Wonders of Waiheke Following a city tour of Auckland, board a ferry for a ride to Waiheke Island for a day of natural delights. An island tour includes a close-up look at sugar-sand beaches, fertile farmland and some of the region's top wineries. A special lunch at Mudbrick Vineyard entices with a taste of regional delights. The remainder of the day is spent on your own back in Auckland. Day 13 A day of Maori traditions in Rotorua Travel to Rotorua today, rich in geologic history and Maori traditions. Have lunch at a working farm and country garden to experience an authentic glimpse of daily life and spend the afternoon at the Te Puia Maori Cultural Center. A private welcome presentation includes dancing and singing of the Poi dance and a moving rendition of the haka dance (war dance). Stroll through an array of cultural arts exhibits amidst bubbling mud pots and thermal geysers. Later, our private charter flight takes you to Wellington. Day 14 Historic Wellington Your New Zealand / Australia tour continues in a city known for its scenic beauty, its Parliament buildings and its amazing five-story national museum. Touring the Te Papa Tongarewa National Museum is like actually experiencing thousands of years of New Zealand's history in person, as motion simulators and interactive exhibits include you in the journey. The remainder of the day is free to make your own history in Wellington. Day 15 Marlborough Sounds mussels & more Feel like a privileged member of the jet set today as we puts a charter plane at your service, taking you first to Blenheim and the Marlborough Sounds on New Zealand's South Island. Besides producing great wine, this island boasts delectable freshly caught seafood, including green-lipped mussels; sample them, along with local wines, on a luncheon cruise that celebrates New Zealand's bounty. Then fly off aboard exclusive charter to Te Anau in the magnificent Fiordlands region, for two nights at an ideally located hotel. Day 16 Cruising on gorgeous Milford Sound Take a dramatic drive through the unparalleled scenery of New Zealand's Fiordland National Park for a luncheon cruise among the sheer cliffs and glacier-hewn inlets of beautiful Milford Sound. The evening is at leisure back at your hotel in Te Anau. Day 17 To Queenstown for wine tasting & more Make your way across more beautiful South Island landscapes to Queenstown, where you'll enjoy a wine-tasting and lunch at the Amisfield Winery, set in an iconic stone building with gorgeous mountain views and known for its Pinot Noir. Your hotel for the next two nights enjoys a premier address in the heart of Queenstown, overlooking Lake Wakatipu. Day 18 Jet-boat & helicopter rides Even if you're not all that adventurous, today's thrilling high-speed jet-boat ride* through the rapids and narrow gorges of Skippers Canyon on the Shotover River – followed by a helicopter ride* to the summit of Bob's Peak – will both be memorable highlights of New Zealand / Australia tour! Head back down the mountain via Skyline gondola to spend the rest of the day as you wish in Queenstown. Day 19 Auckland's captivating Sky Tower Spend a little more time in Queenstown this morning before taking private charter flight back to Auckland – you’ll get a great aerial perspective of the very different North and South Islands that you’ve just experienced! You’ll have a little free time in Auckland, then join us for a very special cocktail reception and dinner at the Sky Tower, the tallest man-made structure in New Zealand. 360˚ spectacular panoramic views take in the city of Auckland from the restaurants that are located at the top of the Sky Tower – a fantastic finale to an amazing New Zealand / Australia tour! Day 20 So long to the lands Down Under New Zealand and Australia tour ends in Auckland. Fly home anytime. A transfer is included from The Langham Auckland to Auckland Airport. You should allow three hours for check-in at the airport. Save time, money and stress! For reservations: Fill out the vacation planner to be contacted by our Melbourne vacation specialist. Contact: Travelwizard.com Phone: 1-800- 330-8820 or 1 415 446 5252 12/12 |
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