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Highlights of Australia and New Zealand 2009
23 Days starting from $6,560

Countries Visited:
Australia, New Zealand

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Length: 23 Days
Type: South Pacific 2009
Category: Discovery
Operator: Trafalgar
Tour Code: TT-QHANN-2009
   
 
 
About This Tour


Cities Visited:
Melbourne, Alice Springs, Ayers Rock, The Olgas, Cairns, Great Barrier Reef, Sydney, Auckland, Rotorua, Christchurch, Franz Josef, Queenstown, Milford Sound

All the best of Australia and New Zealand''s modern cities and unique natural wonders. Take a cruise on Sydney Harbour, watch the sun set and rise at Ayers Rock, float through Glow Worm Grotto and cruise on stunning Milford Sound.
 
  • What's Included
  • Itinerary
  • Dates & Prices
  • Sightseeing
  • Details
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Sightseeing Highlights
  • Melbourne Sightseeing including the Royal Botanic Gardens, St. Paul''s Cathedral, Parliament House and much more.
  • Alice Springs Sightseeing tour highlighting the Telegraph Station, Royal flying Doctor Service and School of the Air.
  • Camel Farm Visit a Camel Farm.
  • Uluru (Ayers Rock) Uluru (Ayers Rock) See sunset and sunrise at Uluru and tour of the base.
  • Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) View the 36 domes of conglomorate rock at sunset and enjoy a barbecue dinner.
  • Great Barrier Reef Full day Great Barrier Reef cruise including lunch.
  • Cairns Two full days in this tropical city.
  • Sydney Sightseeing including the Opera House and Harbour Bridge. Plus a luncheon cruise on Sydney Harbour
  • Auckland Sightseeing including a cruise on Waitemata Harbour.
  • Waitomo Guided boat tour of the Glow Worm Grotto.
  • Rotoroua Sightseeing tour plus a traditional Maori Hangi and concert.
  • Tranz Alpine Journey through the spectacular Southern Alps.
  • Franz Josef See the magnificent Franz Josef Glacier.
  • Milford Sound Cruise on this natural wonder.
Dining Highlights
  • A welcome drink with your Tour Director in Melbourne.
  • 19 Buffet breakfasts & 1 breakfast in flight Sydney to Auckland
  • 1 tropical buffet lunch on the Great Barrier Reef cruise
  • 1 lunch while cruising Sydney Harbour
  • 1 lunch while cruising Milford Sound
  • 2 three-course dinners in the hotels
  • 1 barbecue dinner under the stars
  • 1 traditional Maori Hangi and concert
27 meals in total (see day by day itinerary)
First Class Travel Highlights
  • The services of two of Trafalgar''s professional Tour Directors on tour, one per country
  • A qualified local driver in Melbourne, Alice Springs, Ayers Rock, Cairns and Sydney.
  • Chauffeur driven on Trafalgar''s luxury air-conditioned motorcoaches with reclining seats in New Zealand.
  • High speed Catamaran to the Great Barrier Reef.
  • Christchurch to Arthur''s Pass on board the TranzAlpine Train.
  • Airport transfers will be provided on Day 3 in Melbourne and Day 23 in Christchurch, only for passengers who have booked their flights on a Trafalgar recommended airline and advised Trafalgar of their flight details.
  • You''ll stay in twin-bedded rooms wtih private facilities
  • All hotel service charges, tips and local taxes are included.
  • Travel wallet containing tour documents and helpful information.
  • Days 1 & 2 Depart USA We fly over the international date line on our way ''Downunder'' to Melbourne, Australia.


  • Day 3 - Arrive Melbourne (3 nights) On arrival at Melbourne Airport you are transferred to your hotel. After check-in the rest of the day is free to relax or explore before a welcome drink with our Tour Director. 

    Hotel: Mantra on Russell


  • Day 4 - Melbourne Sightseeing & at Leisure Morning sightseeing shows us the Royal Botanic Gardens, Parliament House, the Shrine of Remembrance and more. Later enjoy time at leisure. (Buffet breakfast)


  • Day 5 - Melbourne at Leisure A full day at leisure to perhaps see the magnificent rock formations of the Twelve Apostles along the Great Ocean Road or ride the Puffing Billy steam train. Or travel back in time to the gold rush days to pan for gold at Sovereign Hill. (Buffet breakfast)


  • Day 6 - Melbourne – Alice Springs We board our morning flight to Alice Springs. On arrival a guided tour shows us the original waterhole, The Alice Springs at the historic Telegraph Station. We also visit the Royal Flying Doctor Service and School of the Air. Later on to Anzac Hill Lookout. Tonight, why not sample crocodile or emu in one of The Alice''s fine restaurants? (Buffet breakfast)

    Hotel: Alice Springs Resort


  • Day 7 - Alice Springs – Ayers Rock (2 nights) We depart early for Ayers Rock, stopping at a camel farm where you can try your hand riding ''a ship of the desert''. This afternoon is at leisure. This evening savor a complimentary glass of wine while watching the sunset at Uluru (Ayers Rock) from the viewing area known as the ''sunset strip''. (Buffet breakfast)

    Hotel: Desert Gardens Hotel


  • Day 8 - Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) We rise early to view sunrise at Uluru (Ayers Rock). Tour the caves at the base of Uluru and hear stories of the Aboriginal Dreamtime. Later, visit the Uluru-Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre. In the afternoon we travel through the desert plains to Kata Tjuta (the Olgas). Take a walk through Walpa Gorge and gaze down the central valley of Kata Tjuta. Finally after a spectacular sunset with complimentary sparkling wine at Kata Tjuta, we will enjoy a barbecue dinner. Time for stargazing too! (Buffet breakfast / Highlight dinner) 


  • Day 9 - Ayers Rock – Cairns (3 nights) This morning is at leisure before our flight to Queensland and the holiday resort of Cairns. This afternoon spend time at the Cairns Wildlife Dome where you’ll encounter unique Australian animals. (Buffet breakfast) 

    Hotel: Cairns International


  • Day 10 - Great Barrier Reef Today we join the high speed catamaran for the most unforgettable day on the Great Barrier Reef. Enjoy an informative reef education presentation. See the fascinating coral formations and other exotic marine life from the underwater observatory and the semi-submersible craft. After an included buffet lunch, there''s time to relax, snorkel some more or scuba dive (own expense). (Buffet breakfast / Buffet lunch)


  • Day 11 - Cairns at Leisure Enjoy a full day at leisure. Perhaps take an excursion to the pretty village of Kuranda or visit Cape Tribulation and the Daintree National Park. (Buffet breakfast)


  • Day 12 - Cairns – Sydney (3 nights) Mid-morning, we transfer to the airport where we board our flight to Sydney. We arrive in the afternoon and transfer to our hotel. The rest of your day is at leisure. (Buffet breakfast)

    Hotel: Old Sydney Holiday Inn


  • Day 13 - Sydney Sightseeing & at Leisure After breakfast, our sightseeing tour will feature stunning views of Sydney Harbour Bridge and the Opera House. Next we join a guided tour of the Opera House, see Darling Harbour and stroll along Bondi Beach. Later, we will enjoy a luxury cruise on Sydney Harbour which includes a delicious lunch on board. (Buffet breakfast / highlight lunch)


  • Day 14 - Sydney at Leisure Enjoy a full day at leisure. Maybe take a trip to Canberra, Australia''s capital or an excursion to the Blue Mountains and Featherdale Wildlife Park. (Buffet breakfast)


  • Day 15 - Sydney – Auckland (2 nights) Early morning flight to Auckland, New Zealand. On arrival we transfer to our hotel. (Breakfast / Dinner) 

    Hotel: Stamford Plaza


  • Day 16 - Auckland Sightseeing & at Leisure Our sightseeing tour includes views from the top of Mt. Eden and the War Memorial. We stop at Viaduct Harbour, home to the 2000 America’s Cup followed by a cruise on Waitemata Harbour, the best way to see the city! (Buffet breakfast)


  • Day 17 - Auckland – Rotorua We join a guided boat tour of the incredible Waitomo Glow Worm Grotto. From here it''s on to Rotorua for a visit to Te Puia Thermal Reserve, followed by a Maori Hangi dinner. (Buffet breakfast / Highlight dinner) 

    Hotel: Millennium Hotel


  • Day 18 - Rotorua – Christchurch Our sightseeing tour includes a visit to Paradise Valley Springs and the Agrodome Sheep Show. Then we take an afternoon flight to Christchurch. (Buffet breakfast)

    Hotel: Millennium Hotel


  • Day 19 - TranzAlpine – Franz Josef Journey through the Southern Alps on the TranzAlpine Train. Continue to Franz Josef Glacier where you''ll have an opportunity to enjoy an optional scenic flight (weather permitting). (Buffet breakfast / Dinner) 

    Hotel: Franz Josef Glacier Hotel


  • Day 20 - Franz Josef – Queenstown (2 nights) Today we enjoy a coastal drive as our journey takes us south passing Lake Wanaka, Lake Hawea and through Kawarau Gorge. Then we visit Arrowtown, before we arrive in Queenstown. (Buffet breakfast)

    Hotel: Millennium Hotel


  • Day 21 - Milford Sound An early start to Fiordland. We drive through the Homer Tunnel stopping at the Chasm, before arriving at Milford Sound. We enjoy a spectacular cruise including lunch. Later, we return to Queenstown for the night. (Buffet breakfast / Highlight lunch)


  • Day 22 - Mount Cook – Christchurch Today we travel past Mount Cook National Park. Next we visit Lake Tekapo, stopping at the Church of Good Shepherd. We drive over the Canterbury Plains to Christchurch and enjoy a tour of the city. (Buffet breakfast) 

    Hotel: Millennium Hotel


  • Day 23 - Christchurch – USA This morning time to bid farewell as we transfer you to Christchurch Airport to connect with your return flight home. (Buffet breakfast)



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"Land + Air from" Price includes economy airfare for Melbourne - Alice Springs, Ayers Rock - Cairns, Cairns - Sydney, Rotorua - Christchurch and are based upon the `Trans Pacific, Trans Tasman air being purchased from Trafalgar with Qantas as the carrier. Additional government taxes and fees will apply. These will be confirmed at the time of booking.
* This list indicates brochure rates and dates.
** "Land Only" Price requires the following air sectors to be purchased separately: Melbourne - Alice Springs, Ayers Rock - Cairns, Cairns - Sydney, Sydney - Auckland, Rotorua - Christchurch.
*** Land+Air Prices are subject to confirmation at time of booking
**** For single travellers purchasing the twin-share option, please note that there is a no smoking policy in all shared rooms.
***** Land Only Passengers In order to purchase Land Only the following air sectors are required: Melbourne–Alice Springs, Ayers Rock–Cairns, Cairns–Sydney, Sydney–Auckland, Rotorua–Christchurch.
****** On some tours the Land Only price requires internal flights to be purchased please contact reservations for details
Please note: In addition to being sold out or on a request basis only, a tour departure may not be displayed on this site for operation reasons.
For details on discounts that apply to this tour please refer to a brochure or see your Travel Agent.
The displayed prices are based on twin-share accommodation. A single supplement price is available on request.
  • Melbourne
  • Alice Springs
  • Camel Farm
  • Uluru (Ayers Rock)
  • Kata Tjuta (the Olgas)
  • Great Barrier Reef
  • Cairns
  • Sydney
  • Auckland
  • Waitomo
  • Rotorua
  • TranzAlpine
  • Franz Josef
  • Milford Sound
"Land + Air from" Price includes economy airfare for Melbourne - Alice Springs, Ayers Rock - Cairns, Cairns - Sydney, Rotorua - Christchurch and are based upon the `Trans Pacific, Trans Tasman air being purchased from Trafalgar with Qantas as the carrier. Additional government taxes and fees will apply. These will be confirmed at the time of booking.
* This list indicates brochure rates and dates.
** "Land Only" Price requires the following air sectors to be purchased separately: Melbourne - Alice Springs, Ayers Rock - Cairns, Cairns - Sydney, Sydney - Auckland, Rotorua - Christchurch.
*** Land+Air Prices are subject to confirmation at time of booking
**** For single travellers purchasing the twin-share option, please note that there is a no smoking policy in all shared rooms.
***** Land Only Passengers In order to purchase Land Only the following air sectors are required: Melbourne–Alice Springs, Ayers Rock–Cairns, Cairns–Sydney, Sydney–Auckland, Rotorua–Christchurch.
****** On some tours the Land Only price requires internal flights to be purchased please contact reservations for details
Please note: In addition to being sold out or on a request basis only, a tour departure may not be displayed on this site for operation reasons.
For details on discounts that apply to this tour please refer to a brochure or see your Travel Agent.
The displayed prices are based on twin-share accommodation. A single supplement price is available on request.

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