15 days tour

Australia And New Zealand Panorama (Base, 2024/25, 15 Days)

Australia And New Zealand Panorama (Base, 2024/25, 15 Days)

This tour includes:

Guide

Specialist team of two highly experienced Travel Director and Driver Guide

Meals

TSS Earnslaw and Walter Peak BBQ Dinner Real Country Farm Experience (BMG) Mitai Village, Concert and Dinner

Others

Melbourne Laneways Walking Tour Hartleyโ€™s Boat Cruise Great Barrier Reef Cruise Sydney Harbour Cruise Sydney Opera House Locally Guided Tour Mrs Macquarie Chair with views of Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge Ruakuri Cave Tour, Waitomo Rainbow Springs and Kiwi Hatchery Whakarewarewa Living Village Tour Local Specialists (Guides) Centrally located premium hotels

Transport

Travel in luxury coach Airport Transfers (see flight information below)

Accommodation

14 nights quality accommodation: Crowne Plaza Hotel Melbourne Hilton Hotel Cairns Hyatt Regency Darling Harbour Millennium Hotel Queenstown Millennium Hotel Rotorua Stamford Plaza Auckland

Hygieneprotocol

As of December 1st 2021, you must be fully vaccinated to travel with us. Your final vaccine dose must have been administered a minimum of 15 days prior to the start of the trip. This is your second dose of Pfizer, Moderna, or Astra Zeneca, or single dose of Johnson & Johnson.ย  You must be able to show documented proof of vaccination on trip. Your CDC card is sufficient (we recommendโ€ฏsavingโ€ฏa picture on your smart phoneโ€ฏas aโ€ฏbackupโ€ฏoption), but please be aware that certain destinations may require you to fill out additional forms online.

Not included:

Others

Other activities and services are not included.

Flights

Flights are not included. Flight Information: Day 1 โ€“ Flights to arrive prior to 12 noon into Melbourne Airport Day 3 โ€“ Melbourne to Cairns: VA1291 Day 6 โ€“ Cairns to Sydney: VA1418 Day 9 โ€“ Sydney to Queenstown: VA163 Day 12 โ€“ Queenstown to Auckland: NZ614 Day 15 - Depart Auckland after midday

Optional

Blue Mountains & Australia Wildlife (J15) (Sydney) Adult Price: AUD 165 Child Price: AUD 82 Blue Mountains & Australia Wildlife (J15) Explore the World Heritage listed Blue Mountains. Stretching over one million hectares, the Blue Mountains is an inspiring mix of rainforest, canyons, tall forests and heathlands. Visit the famous Three Sisters rock formation up close from Echo Point before arriving at Scenic World where you can witness the vastness of the Blue Mountains as you join the Scenic Railway, Cableway and Skyway. These rides are a great way to see the steep valleys and canyons and follow the boardwalk along the valley floor. Stop in picturesque Leura at lunchtime and grab a bite to eat at one of the many cafรฉs. Encounter koalas, kangaroos, wombats and other native animals. Bridge Climb (Sydney) Adult Price: AUD 308.00 Child Price: AUD 208.00 Bridge Climb The Bridge Climb is a 3 1/2 hour guided journey to the top of the Sydney Harbour Bridge. It takes you along the outer arch of the Bridge on catwalks and ladders all the way to the summit, 134 metres above Sydney Harbour. Climbing in groups of up to 14 people, youโ€™ll be led by one of BridgeClimbโ€™s professional Climb Leaders on an adventure of the worldโ€™s most recognisable Bridge. Sydney Tower Restaurant Dinner (Sydney) Adult Price: AUD 75.00 Child Price: AUD 22.00 Sydney Tower Restaurant Dinner Enjoy a memorable evening perched high above the city with uninterrupted revolving views. This delicious buffet dinner includes over 40 freshly prepared dishes across a range of international cuisines including a selection of fresh seafood, salads, hot dishes and desserts The Rocks Pub Walk (Sydney) Adult Price: From AUD 95.00 The Rocks Pub Walk Tread in the footsteps of the convicts, larrikin gangs & locals of the past as you share a drink in four of Sydney's oldest pubs. Between watering holes, your guide will take you through the alleys & cobbled streets of The Rocks as they share the gossip, shouts and stories of Australia's first European settlement. Tour includes: A choice of a beer (285ml/10oz), house wine or soft drink at each pub. 2.5 hours in duration. Runs 2:30pm & 6.30pm daily. Commences from Harts Pub, Essex St & Gloucester Street, The Rocks. Great Adventures Introductory Dive (Cairns) Adult Price: AUD 173.00 Great Adventures Introductory Dive For an underwater adventure to remember, experience an introductory dive! Itโ€™s fun and no experience is necessary to take a fully supervised introductory dive. Professional and experienced instructors will guide you through every aspect of your dive, allowing you to have a relaxed, enjoyable experience. Ochre Restaurant - 2 Course Dinner (Cairns) Adult Price: AUD 57.00 Child Price: AUD 57.00 Ochre Restaurant - 2 Course Dinner Ochre is an award winning restaurant with a dedication to local produce, crafting native ingredients into modern exciting cuisine. The menu changes seasonally and is unique in its use of Australian native foods and regional produce. Dinner and Harbour Cruise on Spirit of Cairns (Cairns) Adult Price: From AUD 99.00 Child Price: From AUD 45.00 Dinner and Harbour Cruise on Spirit of Cairns A Cairns Dinner Cruise is the perfect way to end a perfect day in paradise. Step aboard the luxury catamaran Spirit of Cairns for a 2.5 hour evening cruise through the calm water inlet and waterfront precinct of Cairn. Enjoy fabulous dining and live music with the lights of Cairns City and mountain sillhouettes as your backdrop. Phillip Island - Penguins, Kangaroos & Koalas (Melbourne) Adult Price: AUD 172.00 Child Price: AUD 86.00 Phillip Island - Penguins, Kangaroos & Koalas If youโ€™re curious about our native wildlife or just love animals, weโ€™ve got you covered today! Youโ€™ll get up close to Australian animals, including koalas and kangaroos. On Phillip Island the main attraction awaits โ€“ the Little Penguins waddling up the sand to their dune burrow homes returning from their daily fishing excursion. Down Under Tours Daintree Dreaming (Cairns) Adult Price: AUD $235.80 Child Price: AUD $217.80 A cultural journey taking you from coast to rainforest experiencing natural beauty and ancient culture. Learn traditional hunting and gathering skills as you search for bush tucker of mud crabs, fish and mussels before tasting and sharing what you have caught and gathered. A short drive away is the lush rainforest of Mossman Gorge Cultural Centre. Here you will experience the splendour of the World Heritage listed Daintree Rainforest. Enjoy a guided interpretive walk through the ancient rainforest and along the banks of the pristine waters of the Mossman Gorge. Lunch & damper included. Kuranda: Scenic Rail, Skyrail and Hartley's Crocodile (Cairns) Adult Price: AUD $198.90 Child Price: AUD $104.40 Enjoy this historical rail journey to Kuranda, with breathtaking views across the cane fields of Cairns, to the tropical rainforest of Kuranda. Upon arrival you will have around one hour to explore this fascinating village of colourful and interesting arts and crafts. At 11.30am, make your way directly to the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway to experience this iconic rainforest. After arriving at the Smithfield Skyrail Terminal, the coach will transfer you to Hartleyโ€™s Crocodile Adventures. Explore the park, including the unique eco experience of the Wetlands cruise through the ecologically significant Melaleuca wetlands; the domain of the saltwater crocodile. (Operates Daily) Cape Tribulation Day Tour (Cairns) Adult Price: AUD $201.60 Child Price: AUD $135.00 Travel in air-conditioned comfort in your luxury purpose-built vehicle to Cape Tribulation, through some of the oldest rainforest in the world. Included is morning tea and a driver guided walk at Mossman Gorge, a cruise on the Daintree River, delicious tropical BBQ lunch set amongst the rainforest, and a walk on famous Cape Tribulation Beach. Down Under Tours Kuranda Skyrail and Scenic Railway (Cairns) Adult Price: AUD $153.90 Child Price: AUD $81.00 Down Under Tours Kuranda Skyrail and Scenic Railway Join your Down Under Tours coach transfer to Smithfield Station. Here you join Skyrail and marvel at the World's Most Beautiful Rainforest Experience, including time at both Red Peak and Barron Falls stations, both with spectacular lookouts. On arrival in Kuranda, the Village is yours to explore. The vibrant and colourful Heritage markets take place daily. Your return to Cairns is aboard the famous Kuranda Scenic Rail. Winding around curves, across bridges and through hand-hewn tunnels this amazing engineering feat is a tribute to our pioneers. Upon arrival at historic Freshwater Station, you will board your coach back to your accommodation. Nautilus Aviation (Cairns) Adult Price: AUD $199 Take a scenic flight over the Great Barrier Reef - spectacular!

Insurance

Insurance is not included.

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Itinerary of your trip Australia And New Zealand Panorama (Base, 2024/25, 15 Days)

  • Day 1 Day 1: Welcome To Melbourne
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Welcome To Melbourne

      We recommend arriving early in Melbourne โ€“ thereโ€™s so much to see in the Victorian capital before you meet your fellow travel companions

  • Day 2 Day 2: Melbourne
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Melbourne

      Today, reach for rainbows in Melbourneโ€™s eye-popping street art. Follow the lead of a local to discover alleys emblazoned with murals by some of the worldโ€™s greatest aerosol artists. Take note of the hidden bars and restaurants you pass โ€“ we can help you make a booking for tonight.

  • Day 3 Day 3: Melbourne - Cairns
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Melbourne - Cairns

      Koalas, birds, wallabies, crocodiles โ€“ oh my! They all live side by side at Hartleyโ€™s Crocodile Adventures in Cairns, as youโ€™ll discover on a boat cruise youโ€™ll with a private guide through this wilderness reserve. The Daintree Rainforest here is part of the World Heritage listed Wet Tropics of Queensland, and youโ€™ll help protect it on a restoration project.

  • Day 4 Day 4: Great Barrier Reef
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Great Barrier Reef

      Did you know that the World Heritage listed Great Barrier Reef is home to 1,500 species of fish, 215 different birds, 3,000 molluscs, six of the worldโ€™s seven marine turtle species, and 30 species of dolphins and whales are residents? Get ready for an experience of a lifetime when you board a high-speed catamaran and cruise to the outer edge of the Great Barrier Reef. Strap on a snorkel and mask to view this marine menagerie up close and personal.

  • Day 5 Day 5: Cairns Free Time
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Cairns Free Time

      If youโ€™re in the habit of getting up early now, you may wish to begin your day with a horizon-bending hot-air-balloon ride over the Atherton Tablelands. Prefer to stay grounded? Sign up for a guided walk through the Daintree Rainforest, or surround yourself with nature riding the Scenic Railway to Kuranda returning on the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway. Tonight, join your companions for dinner, with native ingredients highlighted at Ochre Restaurant on the waterfront.

  • Day 6 Day 6: Cairns - Sydney
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Cairns - Sydney

      You flew over Sydney Harbour to get here from Cairns; tonight you enjoy a front-row seat on a sunset cruise that takes you bast the Opera House and under the Harbour Bridge. Talk about a mesmerising way to end a day.

  • Day 7 Day 7: Sydney
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Sydney

      Discover one of the great highlights of Sydney, the beautiful Sydney Opera House with a guided tour inside this iconic building. If there was ever a place that slipped from the pages of a fairy-tale, Wendyโ€™s Secret Garden at Lavender Bay is it. Overlooking Sydney Harbour, this pocket of floral paradise is explained by a local volunteer โ€“ did you know this was once unused wasteland? Your visit provides a contribution to the ongoing maintenance of the enchanting garden. Explore Sydneyโ€™s inner west and enjoy a lunch with the locals at the pub. Then drive through Sydney's hip Inner West to Batch Brewery where you will take part in a masterclass and learn how they combine creatively inspired limited release batches with sustainable practices.

  • Day 8 Day 8: Sydney Free Time
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Sydney Free Time

      The day is yours to explore at your leisure or book one of our hand-crafted selection of optional experiences. There are so many sights and activities to be had in this city and further afield. Enjoy your farewell Dinner tonight with your fellow travellers

  • Day 9 Day 9: Sydney - Queenstown
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: Sydney - Queenstown

      It's time to say Hoo Roo Australia and Kia Ora New Zealand as you fly to Queenstownโ€™s adventure capital. Take in its alpine, mountain town vibe, where the evening is free for you to enjoy one of its many lakefront restaurants and bars. Why not try some of the famous New Zealand lamb with a Pinot Noir from the local Otago wine region?

  • Day 10 Day 10: Queenstown
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 10: Queenstown

      Flying over New Zealand, the first thing youโ€™ll notice is that thereโ€™s a lot of farmland. Itโ€™s fitting, then, that one of the first people youโ€™ll meet is southern girl Laura, who will introduce you to the sheep farm she was born and raised on. Think sheep mustering and whip cracking as well as the chance to feed and pet the farm animals. Then youโ€™ll feel like youโ€™ve stepped back in time when you arrive at former gold-mining town of Arrowtown. Come dusk, cruise across Lake Wakatipu aboard the TSS Earnslaw; the only thing more inspiring than the peaks of the Remarkables that surround is the festive atmosphere welcoming you to Walter Peak High Country Farm, where a gourmet barbecue at the Colonelโ€™s Homestead awaits.

  • Day 11 Day 11: Queenstown Free Time
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 11: Queenstown Free Time

      You could spend a long time in and around Queenstown. But on your free day, we highly recommend either venturing into the end-of-the-Earth wilderness that is Milford Sound, to cruise past sheer cliffs, white-capped peaks and waterfalls. Or blissing out on an obligatory wine tour of the Otago region. Itโ€™s a difficult decision.

  • Day 12 Day 12: Queenstown - Auckland
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 12: Queenstown - Auckland

      Touching down in Auckland, youโ€™ll immediately understand why itโ€™s known as the โ€˜City of Sailsโ€™ โ€“ New Zealandโ€™s largest city has two lovely yacht-filled harbours, which you can explore at our leisure this afternoon.

  • Day 13 Day 13: Auckland - Rotorua
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 13: Auckland - Rotorua

      Today is set to sparkle โ€“ quite literally โ€“ as thousands of bright green and blue glowworms light up your next destination: the cavernous Ruakuri Cave at Waitomo. From overhead attractions to those below the groundโ€ฆ this evening your Highlight Dinner is prepared in an earthen Hangi at Te Puia. Your meal, succulent meats and vegetables, hot chocolate and steamed pudding, is served while you overlook the spectacular geothermal valley. Cap it off with a moving Mฤori cultural performance in the beautifully carved meeting house, Te Aronui a Rua. Itโ€™s an insightful and fun evening that will surely leave you with a newfound understanding and love for New Zealand.

  • Day 14 Day 14: Rotorua
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 14: Rotorua

      Cute and cuddly, NZโ€™s national bird, the kiwi, is also endangered. Go behind the scenes on a working kiwi nursery and hatchery to learn how breeding programs are helping the population thrive. The natural drama reaches boiling point at Whakarewarewa, a geothermal reserve and the countryโ€™s only living Mฤori village, home to famous Pohutu Geyser and the bubbling beauty of mud pools. Youโ€™ll cap off your day joining your Travel Director and companions for a Farewell Dinner at Poco Tapas & Wine, where the menu is designed for sharing.

  • Day 15 Day 15: Farewell From Rotorua And Auckland
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 15: Farewell From Rotorua And Auckland

      Two countries, multiple adventures, an abundance of new friendsโ€ฆ Just how do you say goodbye to a journey like this?

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Average

There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if youโ€™re not sure this applies to you.

Age range

Age range

Min: 5 / Max: 99

Age range allowed for this experience.

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