Welcome Dinner with panoramic views at The Observatory Restaurant in
Auckland In Queenstown, cruise Lake Wakatipu to Walter Peak High Country Farm
for dinner Cruise the full length of Milford Sound Visit majestic Mt Cook
National Park Take a city sights tour of Christchurch Full day cruise on the
Great Barrier Reef Presentation on Australian opals, Sydney See native animals
at Sydney Wildlife World Enjoy 360° panoramic city views over dinner at
Sydneys Tower Restaurant Visit the Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park
Quality Accommodation Spend three nights at
Queenstowns Copthorne Lakefront Resort In Sydney, stay three nights at
the Old Sydney Holiday Inn Stay three nights at The Hotel Cairns .
13 Breakfasts (B), 2 Lunch (L) and 5 Dinner (D) Carvery dinner at Walter Peak
High Country Farm in New Zealand Dinner at Sydneys Tower Restaurant
Delicious tropical buffet lunch during your Great Barrier Reef cruise |
15 Day South Pacific
Highlights - the perfect Australia New Zealand tour
6 nights in Australia and 6 nights in New Zealand with
airfare
Discover the highlights of Australia and New Zealand on this Fully Escorted 15
Day Tour. Highlights include the stunning Southern Alps of New Zealands
South Island, lunch on a Sydney Habour cruise and exploring Queensland's Far
North town of Cairns where the Great Barrier Reef awaits
map
Day 1 . Los Angeles. This evening board your flight bound for Australia.
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Day 2 In Flight. Cross the international dateline and lose a
day.
Day 3. Arrive Auckland Arrive in Auckland today and be met on arrival at the
airport. Transfer to your hotel and enjoy some free time to relax and settle
in. Tonight enjoy a delicious Welcome Dinner with your fellow travelers and
Tour Director at The Observatory Restaurant atop Sky Tower, offering incredible
views of Auckland. Two Night Stay: Auckland, Skycity Hotel Bx1 Dx1
Day 4. Auckland at Leisure Enjoy a day at leisure to discover the City of Sails
for yourself. Perhaps wander down to the harbor, or explore the shops and
restaurants of the city. Alternatively, you could join an extended day trip to
Rotorua, the centre of Maori culture and renowned for its geothermal activity
(own expense). Bx1
Day 5. Auckland Sightseeing, Fly to Queenstown, Walter Peak Dinner This morning
after breakfast, enjoy some time at leisure to relax or further explore
Auckland. Then join your flight to Queenstown. Tonight, cruise aboard the
vintage steamship, the TSS Earnslaw, to the Colonels Homestead at Walter
Peak High Country Farm for a delicious carvery dinner. Three Night Stay:
Queenstown, Copthorne Lakefront Resort Bx1 Dx1
Day 6. Milford Sound Cruise Today travel one of the most scenic alpine drives
into World Heritage-listed Fiordland National Park. Here, take a cruise along
the full length of Milford Sound. Relax and enjoy the view as your boat glides
past towering Mitre Peak, cascading waterfalls, dense rain forest and rugged
mountains. Bx1 Lx1
Day 7. Queenstown at Leisure Today is free for you to explore Queenstown for
yourself. Perhaps go shopping in one of the local boutiques, take a jetboat
ride on the Shotover River or board a thrilling helicopter ride. Or perhaps you
may like to play a round of golf or enjoy a winery tour to sample the local
vintages (all at own expense). Bx1
Day 8. Mt Cook, Christchurch View spectacular alpine scenery today as you
journey into the national park to New Zealands highest peak, Mt Cook.
Here, the huge Tasman Glacier, 17 miles long and two miles wide, flows down Mt
Cooks eastern slopes towards the Mackenzie Basin. Perhaps take a ski
plane flight over the region, including a landing on the glacier (weather
permitting, own expense). Continue on to the lovely city of Christchurch. Check
in to your hotel and relax with the evening at leisure. Stay: Christchurch,
Copthorne Central Bx1
Day 9. Christchurch, Sydney This morning take a tour of Christchurch, New
Zealands Garden City. Later, board a flight to Sydney, Australia and on
arrival enjoy the afternoon at leisure to relax or start exploring the harbour
city. Three Night Stay: Old Sydney Holiday Inn Bx1
Day 10. Sydney Sights and Opera House Tour Today see Sydneys famous
sights on a tour of the city. Cruise on Sydney Harbour, see the Harbour Bridge
and enjoy a guided tour of the iconic Sydney Opera House. Later, learn about
opals and other gemstones before visiting Sydney Wildlife World. Here
youll see koalas, kangaroos and other native animals. This evening, enjoy
360° views of the city as you enjoy a gourmet dinner at the renowned
Sydney Tower Restaurant. Bx1 Dx1
Day 11. Sydney at Leisure Today is yours at leisure in Sydney, allowing yo to
discover the sights for yourself. Perhaps join an optional trip to the wine
region of the Hunter Valley or visit the Blue Mountains to see the Three
Sisters rock formation (both at own expense). Bx1
Day 12. Cairns, Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park This morning after breakfast,
join a flight to Cairns - the stunning gateway to Far North Queensland. Enjoy
some time at leisure to relax or begin exploring this tropical paradise for
yourself. Later this afternoon, visit Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park and
enjoy the opportunity to learn about the unique culture and traditions of
Australias Aboriginal people. Three Night Stay: The Hotel Cairns Bx1
Day 13. Great Barrier Reef Cruise Enjoy a full day to discover the beauty of
the World Heritage-listed Great Barrier Reef, composed of more than 2,800
individual reefs. Board a catamaran cruise out to the Moore Reef and take
advantage of the opportunity to swim or snorkel among the brilliantly colored
coral, giant clams, tropical fish and other marine life. Youll also enjoy
a tropical buffet lunch as you relax on board. Bx1 Lx1
Day 14. Cairns at Leisure Today is free for you to explore the delights of
Queenslands tropical north at your own pace. You can simply relax on the
pristine white sandy beaches, unwind by the hotel pool or go shopping. There
are also some optional day tours available such as a trip to Kuranda, a village
deep in the heart of the rainforest. Here, perhaps ride the Kuranda Skyrail
Rainforest Cableway over the rain forest, visit the local markets or embark on
a unique journey aboard the Kuranda Scenic Railway - passing over 40 bridges
and through 15 tunnels, travelling in tropical rain forest and past rushing
waterfalls (all at own expense). This evening gather with your Tour Director
and fellow travelers for a Farewell Dinner. Bx1 Dx1
Day 15. Depart Cairns Your tour concludes after breakfast this morning with an
included transfer to the airport. Bx1
15 Day South Pacific Highlights (Land, International & Domestic Air) *
| Start Date |
End Date |
Availability |
Twin |
Single |
Triple |
| 6 Nov 2010 |
20 Nov 2010 |
Guaranteed Dept. |
$5,184.00 |
$6,034.00 |
$5,028.00 |
| 18 Dec 2010 |
1 Jan 2011 |
Guaranteed Dept. |
$5,504.00 |
$6,354.00 |
$5,348.00 |
| 8 Jan 2011 |
22 Jan 2011 |
Yes |
$5,184.00 |
$6,034.00 |
$5,028.00 |
| 5 Feb 2011 |
19 Feb 2011 |
Guaranteed Dept. |
$5,184.00 |
$6,034.00 |
$5,028.00 |
| 19 Feb 2011 |
5 Mar 2011 |
Yes |
$5,184.00 |
$6,034.00 |
$5,028.00 |
| 5 Mar 2011 |
19 Mar 2011 |
Yes |
$5,184.00 |
$6,034.00 |
$5,028.00 |
*Airfares, Taxes and Fees Land with air price includes all domestic and Trans
Tasman and flights to/from Los Angeles. Special airfares are available from
other North American cities at an additional price. All prices, itineraries and
routing are subject to change without notice. US/Foreign Taxes including
September 11 Security Fee are additional. Prices are current at the time of
printing; fuel surcharge is included but fare is subject to change. Prices may
differ when you book your travel and are not guaranteed until full payment is
received. Some airlines may impose additional charges if you choose to check
any baggage. Please contact your airline or refer to its website for detailed
information regarding your airline's checked baggage policies.
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