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The Complete South Pacific
From the underwater splendor of the Great Barrier Reef to the towering Southern Alps of New Zealand - this is the South Pacific. Visit Phillip Island, home to the world's largest colony of Little Penguins. Spend 3 nights on the island of Tasmania and see the Tasmanian Devil Conservation Center. Toast Uluru (Ayers Rock) at sunset with champagne. Board the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway for a ride over the rainforest canopy. Tour the famous Sydney Opera House. Spend 2 nights each in Rotorua, a geothermal wonderland and the "Garden City" of Christchurch. Marvel at Milford Sound. Discover the intrinsic beauty of Australia and New Zealand.
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Overnight Flight
Cross the International Dateline as you begin a comprehensive adventure through Australia and New Zealand. You'll earn your world traveler reputation with each spectacular place you reach. Be prepared for some extensive travel days between the destinations on your tour.
Melbourne, Australia
Arrive in Melbourne. Set upon the shores of Port Phillip Bay and the Yarra River, the city exudes a lively and cosmopolitan atmosphere.
Melbourne
Set out on a panoramic city tour, including a guided walk of the famed Royal Botanic Gardens. After, enjoy time to explore this lively city on your own before heading to Phillip Island, where you'll visit koalas in their natural setting at a conservation center. Continue to the nature reserve that houses the world's largest colony of Little Penguins. Protected and studied by rangers, hundreds of them waddle out of the sea and cross the beach to their burrows. Learn more about these inquisitive birds at the interpretation center.
Melbourne - Hobart
A flight to Hobart, Tasmania brings you to Australia's second oldest city. An island state of Australia, Tasmania is surrounded by more than 300 scattered isles. Its rugged and pristine beauty provides the backdrop for your 3-night stay. Enjoy an introductory city walking tour of the town before settling in to your historic hotel.
Hobart
Start your day with a visit to the Tasmanian Devil Conservation Center and learn about this unique marsupial, its fight for survival, and the plan to save it from extinction. Tour the Port Arthur Historic Site, the best-preserved example of Australia's original penal colonies. En route, witness the coastal rock formations of Tasman Arch, Devil's Kitchen, and the Blow Hole.
Hobart
Enjoy a free day to explore Tasmania's capital city on your own. Perhaps you'll indulge in the city's up-and-coming cafe culture, meander along the lively harbor, or just take some time to relax.
Hobart - Adelaide
Fly to Adelaide, South Australia's bustling cosmopolitan capital. Settle into your home for the next 2 nights.
Adelaide - Barossa Valley - Adelaide
Treat your taste buds to a full-day exploration of the Barossa Valley's fine food and wine. Starting at Seppeltsfield winery where a wine educator will take you on a behind-the-scenes look through the estate's treasure trove of historical buildings and spectacular surroundings. Learn of the Seppelt family history and their profound influence on the Australian wine industry. Following the tour enjoy a delicious Barossa-style lunch. Afterwards your vintner voyage continues at Chateau Tanunda for a private tour and tasting of their world-class wines.
Adelaide - Uluru (Ayers Rock)
This morning, make your way to Uluru (the Aboriginal name for Ayers Rock) in the heart of the Australian Outback. Tour the beautiful area surrounding the base of "The Rock" and learn about its significance to the indigenous population. As the day draws to a close, sip a glass of champagne as Uluru's hues change dramatically with the setting sun.
Uluru - Cairns
Fly to Cairns, the tropical gateway to one of the world's most spectacular natural attractions - the Great Barrier Reef (UNESCO). Before your departure, perhaps you will choose to partake in an optional excursion where you will enjoy a camel ride, taking in the magnificent Uluru at sunrise.
Cairns
Rise high on the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway for an unforgettable ride over the rainforest canopy. Embrace the opportunity to explore the forest floor up close with access to specially designed boardwalks. This evening enjoy dinner at a local restaurant featuring native cuisine.
Cairns
Board a high-speed catamaran for an exciting excursion to the Great Barrier Reef. Explore the reef from your base on Green Island. Enjoy a glass-bottom boat ride, stroll the island's walking trails, relax on the beach, snorkel or just watch the fish and sea turtles swim past from the pier. For a more adventurous encounter with the reef, an optional outer reef tour is also available.
Cairns - Sydney
Fly to the dynamic city of Sydney. This evening, personalize your culinary experience with Diner's Choice - choosing from a variety of local restaurants for an included dinner along bustling Darling Harbour.
Sydney
See where English colonists first settled during a city tour of Sydney, featuring Kings Cross, the Harbour Bridge, Chinatown, the Rocks, Circular Quay, the Botanic Gardens, and the fashionable suburb of Darlinghurst. Take an expert-led tour of the Sydney Opera House, poised majestically on Sydney Harbour. You'll have the chance to join a special presentation at the National Opal Collection. The evening is yours to enjoy the 'harbor city'.
Sydney
Enjoy a day at leisure. Marvel at the scenic vistas of the harbor showcasing Sydney's magnificent skyline, the iconic Sydney Opera House, and the Harbour Bridge. As the most populous city in Australia, Sydney is full of endless ways to spend your day.
Sydney - Auckland, New Zealand
Fly to New Zealand and arrive in Auckland, the "City of Sails". A city tour features the America's Cup Village, the War Memorial, vibrant Queen Street, the Auckland Harbour Bridge, and spectacular views from the harborside.
Auckland - Rotorua
Head to Rotorua's dramatic geothermal landscape. Find culture behind every corner - over one-third of Rotura's population boasts Maori roots, making it known as the Maori capital of New Zealand.
Rotorua
Discover Whakarewarewa - a Maori cultural and geothermal experience. Explore an authentic Maori village where people live using natural geothermal resources to cook, bathe and heat their homes as they have done for centuries. At the Agrodome, see a sheep-shearing demonstration and learn about the importance of agriculture to the nation.
Rotorua - Wellington
Make your way to Wellington, New Zealand's capital city and the world's southernmost capital city. Built on the foreshore of a harbor and ringed by mountains, this gives the city the nickname "Windy Wellington."
Wellington
Come to know Wellington on a tour including the Beehive, New Zealand's Parliament, historic St. Paul's Church, and the Old Government Building - the largest wooden building in the Southern Hemisphere. Explore the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongawera, a fascinating center dedicated to art, history and the Maori culture.
Wellington - Picton - Christchurch
Today, experience what has been called "the most beautiful ferry ride in the world" as you sail across the Cook Strait on your way to the historic city of Christchurch, the "Garden City." Enjoy some free time to explore. Perhaps you'll stroll through the city's gardens or learn about its more recent history at the Quake City exhibition. Dinner tonight will be at the hotel.
Christchurch
This morning, enjoy a city tour that highlights the city's magnificent gardens and elegant park district. Then, visit Willowbank Wildlife Reserve. A leader in the conservation of New Zealand species, Willowbank offers the chance to view New Zealand's "Big 5" up close and personal. Learn about the local indigenous culture of the Maori, with a paddle on the Avon River in a traditional canoe or 'waka'.
Christchurch - Queenstown
Make your way to Queenstown, nicknamed the "Adventure Capital of the World." Nestled on Lake Wakatipu, Queenstown is surrounded by stunning natural beauty.
Queenstown
Enjoy the rugged grandeur of the Hollyford Valley as you travel through a beech forest via the Homer Tunnel. Cruise the breathtaking Milford Sound and see why this fjord is one of the most visited sights on the South Island. Following your cruise, consider returning to Queenstown via a short optional flight (weather permitting) for spectacular views of New Zealand's Southern Alps.
Queenstown
A free day in Queenstown offers limitless activities set amidst breathtaking Alpine scenery. Today, you have the opportunity to partake in a tour through the charming Queenstown countryside, showcasing the filming locations of many blockbuster movies. Tonight, gather with your fellow travelers for a farewell dinner and toast to a fabulous trip.
Queenstown - Tour Ends
Your tour comes to a close in Queenstown.
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Start: February 22, 2025 End: March 20, 2025 Price: $8,499 pp | Land Only Price My Trip |
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Start: March 22, 2025 End: April 17, 2025 Price: $8,499 pp | Land Only Price My Trip |
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Start: April 26, 2025 End: May 22, 2025 Price: $7,999 pp | Land Only Price My Trip |
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