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17 Days Highlights of New Zealand & Australia Tour Packages
Duration : 17 Dayes / 16 Nights
Priced From : $4,795 ( Price is per person, based on double occupancy )
Dates : Oct, Nov, Dec
Two beautiful lands, one unforgettable journey.
Tour Itinerary
DAYS 1-2: USA or Canada/Auckland,
Depart on an overnight flight to New Zealand, crossing the International Date Line and "losing" a day, regained on your homebound trip.
DAY 3: Auckland
On arrival, your room is available for immediate occupancy and you're free to relax for the remainder of the morning. This afternoon, set off for an overview of the city from the summit of Mount Eden before a special local guest joins you for a peaceful cocktail cruise on Waitemata Harbor. Langham Hotel Auckland L
DAY 4: Auckland/Rotorua
Drive south through beautiful farmland, stopping en route for a private lunch at a local deer farm. Head to Rotorua, New Zealand's Maori heartland, where the earth's crust is so thin its molten heart bubbles and steams at the surface. This evening visit bubbling mud pools and spouting geysers before enjoying an authentic Hangi dinner, a traditional Maori feast. Millennium Rotorua B L D
DAY 5: Rotorua/Queenstown
 After a morning walk in the Redwood Forest, fly to Queenstown on the South Island, where your evening is at leisure. Dine at one of our recommended restaurants. Sofitel Queenstown B L D
DAY 6: Queenstown/Milford Sound/Queenstown
Set off this morning along the shores of Lake Wakatipu on a spectacular drive through stunning scenery, with a stop at Te Anau for morning tea. Arrive in Fiordland National Park in time for a luncheon cruise of majestic Milford Sound, returning to Queenstown by road or on a spectacular scenic flight (a recommended optional extra). Sofitel Queenstown B L
DAY 7: Queenstown
A full day to relax. Many optional activities are available in the area, including whitewater rafting, a Dart River jet-boat safari, or, for the truly adventurous, a bungee jump where the "sport" was invented.
Sofitel Queenstown B
DAY 8: Queenstown/Christchurch
Ride the Skyline Gondola and have lunch at a local restaurant before a flight to Christchurch.
The George B L D
DAY 9: Christchurch/Sydney, Australia
After a morning tour, drift in a punt along the tree-lined River Avon. Travellers returning to the USA or Canada fly home from Christchurch. Those travelling onward continue with a flight to Sydney, Australia. Four Seasons Hotel Sydney B L
DAY 10: Sydney
Begin with a private tour of the famous Sydney Opera House. Cruise the harbor on a private chartered vessel with lunch on board. This evening, dine at Circular Quay. Four Seasons Hotel Sydney B L D
DAY 11: Sydney/Melbourne
Fly to Melbourne, where an afternoon tour reveals an elegant city renowned for its magnificent parks, art district and historic Victorian architecture. Dine at your choice of one of our recommended restaurants. Sofitel Melbourne B D
DAY 12: Melbourne
Visit Serendip Park, whose wetlands and open grassy woodlands are home to wild kangaroo and koala. Join an Aborigine for music and stories during an Aussie Bush lunch in the park. Sofitel Melbourne B L
DAY 13: Melbourne/Hayman Island
Fly to Hamilton Island and transfer by luxury launch to Hayman Island, in the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. Hayman Island B L
DAY 14: Great Barrier Reef
Spend the day on the water, exploring this world-renowned coral landscape. Snorkel gear and wetsuits are included, with an onboard buffet luncheon. Hayman Island B L
DAY 15: Hayman Island
The day is free for a myriad of optional activities, or choose to relax at one of the resort's huge swimming pools. Tonight, enjoy an "Aussie-style" farewell dinner. Hayman Island B D
DAY 16: Hayman Island/Sydney
Return by launch to Hamilton Island to board your flight to Sydney, with a final evening at leisure to relax, explore or, if you wish, attend a performance at the Sydney Opera House (an optional activity, subject to ticket availability). Four Seasons Hotel Sydney B L
DAY 17: Sydney/USA or Canada
Take advantage of time left for last-minute shopping, before your departure flight takes you back across the Date Line toward home. B
This program contains some active elements and a minimum level of fitness is required.
B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner
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