Australia and New Zealand Panorama 2010
A 16-Day Trafalgar Tours tour starting from $3,450
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| Starting Price: | $3,450 |  |
| Tour Length: | 16 Days | |
| Countries Visited: | Australia, New Zealand | |
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Cities Visited: An introduction to the marvels of Australia and New Zealand that includes views of the Franz Josef Glacier, an enthralling Maori cultural experience with dinner, Glow Worm Grotto, the rainforest of Kuranda, and cruises along the Great Barrier Reef and Sydney Harbour. |
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Sightseeing Highlights
- TranzAlpine: Journey through the spectacularSouthern Alps.
- Punakaiki: Pancake Rocks and Blowholes.
- Franz Josef: See the magnificent Franz JosefGlacier.
- Rotorua: The Realm of Ta-ne, Breakfast on LakeRotorua, Te Puia Thermal Reserve and the Agrodome Sheep Show. Plusa traditional Maori Hangi and concert.
- Auckland: Sightseeing including Mount Eden.
- Waitomo: Guided boat tour of the Glow Worm Grotto.
- Cairns Kuranda and Tjapukai Aboriginal CulturalPark
- Great Barrier Reef: Full day Great Barrier Reefcruise including lunch.
- Sydney: Sightseeing including the Harbour Bridge,Opera House and Darling Harbour. Plus a luncheon cruise on SydneyHarbour.
Dining Highlights
- 13 Buffet breakfasts
- 1 tropical buffet lunch on the Great Barrier Reef and 1 lunchwhile cruising Sydney Harbour
- 1 traditional Maori Hangi dinner
- 4 dinners in hotels
- 1 Be My Guest dinner in Sydney
- 21 included meals in total (see day by dayitinerary)
First Class Travel Highlights
- The services of three of Trafalgar''s professional Tour Directorson tour, in Christchurch, Rotorua and Australia.
- Chauffeur driven on Trafalgar''s luxury air-conditionedmotorcoaches with reclining seats in New Zealand.
- A qualified local driver in Cairns and Sydney.
- Christchurch to Arthur''s Pass on board the TranzAlpine Train.
- High speed Catamaran to the Great Barrier Reef.
- Airport transfers will be provided on Day 3 in Christchurch andDay 16 in Sydney, only for passengers who have booked their flightson a Trafalgar recommended airline and advised Trafalgar of theirflight details.
- You''ll stay in twin-bedded rooms with 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 to Christchurch,New Zealand.
Day 3 - Arrive Christchurch
On arrival in Christchurch you will be transferred to your hotel.After check-in, there''s time at leisure to explore the city, famousfor its gardens and for being the most English city outside ofEngland. Perhaps visit Hagley Park, Canterbury Museum, ChristchurchCathedral or the Botanic Gardens. Tonight enjoy a Welcome Drink anddinner with your Tour Director and traveling companions. (Dinner)Hotel: Novotel Christchurch
Day 4 - TranzAlpine - Punakaiki
We start our day with the spectacular train journey on theTranzAlpine from Christchurch over the Alps to Arthur''s Pass.Later, we''ll see the West Coast rainforest then experience thePancake Rocks and Blowholes on arrival in Punakaiki, where we''llspend the night at our resort right on the waterfront. (Buffetbreakfast / Dinner) Hotel: Punakaiki Resort
Day 5 - Punakaiki - Franz Josef
This morning we visit a New Zealand native greenstone (jade)factory for a jewelry demonstration at Hokitika. Later we arrive atFranz Josef Glacier, the world''s most accessible glacier. See itfrom the air on an optional scenic flight (weather permitting) ortake a glacier hike! (Buffet breakfast / Dinner) Hotel: Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier
Day 6 - Franz Josef - Queenstown
Get your camera ready as we take in the Haast Pass, Thunder CreekFalls, a small rainforest bush walk and a trio of lakes - Wanaka,Hawea and Dunstan. We''ll enjoy the tastes of sumptuous stone fruitat Cromwell - the stone fruit capital. Next we visit historic goldmining Arrowtown on the Arrow River, previously one of the world''srichest rivers. We fi nish our day with an orientation tour ofQueenstown. Tonight you have the option to dine at the SkylineRestaurant at Bob''s Peak via the Southern Hemisphere''s steepestgondola! The Kiwi Haka Maori Show will top off a great night out -if you so choose. (Buffet breakfast)Hotel: Millennium Hotel
Day 7 - Queenstown - Rotorua (2 nights)
Depart Queenstown this morning and fly to Rotorua. Meet your newTour Director and fellow travelers this afternoon. The Realm ofTäne, followed by a Hangi Highlight Dinner and concert is ourevening cultural experience. Take an extraordinary journey throughMaori culture, mythology and the story of our creation. (Buffetbreakfast / Highlight dinner)Hotel: Millennium Hotel
Day 8 - Rotorua
We''ll start the day with sparkling wine and breakfast whilecruising aboard the Lakeland Queen on Lake Rotorua. Next is theAgrodome Sheep Show for a sample of farm life. See the art of sheepshearing, sheep dog demonstrations, cow milking, bottle-feeding oflambs and an exciting sheep auction. Later we visit Te Puia for aninsight into Maori culture and a guided tour of its geothermalreserve. This afternoon you will have time at leisure. (Buffetbreakfast)
Day 9 - Rotorua - Auckland
Traveling through the Waikato region to the Waitomo Caves, we tourthe Glow Worm Grotto and walk the limestone caves. We travel alongthe Waikato River to Auckland. Our city tour takes in Mt. Eden,Bastian Point, Viaduct Harbour, Auckland Harbour Bridge and more.(Buffet breakfast / Dinner) Hotel: Stamford Plaza
Day 10 - Auckland - Cairns (3 nights)
We board our flight to Australia and the beautiful city of Cairns.On arrival at Cairns Airport you will be transferred to yourhotel. (Buffet breakfast)Hotel: Hilton Hotel
Day 11 - Kuranda
Today board the famous Kuranda Railway at Freshwater Station. Enjoya breathtaking trip on one of the world''s most scenic operationalrail journeys. On arrival in Kuranda, there is free time to take astroll through the famous Kuranda Markets. Return to the lowlandsby the Skyrail Cableway which takes you above the canopy of thetropical rainforest of Barron Gorge National Park. Visit theTjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park and learn about this ancientculture through theatre, stage shows and demonstrations, before wetransfer you back to your hotel where you will meet your TourDirector. (Buffet breakfast)
Day 12 - Great Barrier Reef
Mid-morning we join a high speed catamaran and cruise out to theGreat Barrier Reef. Enjoy an informative reef educationpresentation. See a myriad of coral and tropical fish from theunderwater observatory and the semi-submersible craft. There is theopportunity to go snorkeling and view this natural living wonder upclose (equipment provided). Enjoy a Highlight Lunch before wereturn to Cairns. (Buffet breakfast / Highlight lunch)
Day 13 - Cairns - Sydney (3 nights)
It''s a late morning flight to Sydney arriving in the afternoon. Onour arrival we transfer to the hotel, where the remainder of yourday is at leisure, maybe go out and explore this exciting city.Perhaps take a stroll to nearby Darling Harbour or wander down tothe historic Rocks district at Circular Quay for a panoramic viewof the Sydney Opera House. (Buffet breakfast)Hotel: The Grace Hotel
Day 14 - Sydney sightseeing & at leisure
Our morning sightseeing tour includes views of Sydney HarbourBridge and the Opera House from Mrs. Macquarie''s Chair. We thenjoin a guided tour of the Opera House, a famous Australian icon.Later, we''ll enjoy a luxury cruise on Sydney Harbour which includesa Highlight Lunch on board. Enjoy interesting commentary plusspectacular sights as we cruise by Sydney''s prestigious suburbs.This evening we will travel to the south head of Sydney Harbourwhere we will enjoy a ''Be My Guest'' dinner at the historic WatsonsBay Hotel, operated by the famous Doyle family.(Buffet breakfast /Highlight lunch / Be My Guest dinner)
Day 15 - Sydney at leisure
A full day at leisure in this exciting city. Why not take anexcursion to the famous Blue Mountains and see some of Australia''snative wildlife at Featherdale Wildlife Park? Or perhaps take aninteresting trip to Canberra, Australia''s capital. (Buffetbreakfast)
Day 16 - Sydney - USA
Time to bid farewell as we transfer you to the airport for yourflight home. (Buffet breakfast)
Touring Date |
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9/10/2010 - 9/25/2010 |
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9/24/2010 - 10/9/2010 |
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10/8/2010 - 10/23/2010 |
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10/22/2010 - 11/6/2010 |
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11/5/2010 - 11/20/2010 |
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12/10/2010 - 12/25/2010 |
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12/17/2010 - 1/1/2011 |
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- Christchurch
- Franz Josef
- Queenstown
- Rotorua
- Waitomo Caves
- Auckland
- Cairns
- Kuranda
- Sydney
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The earlier you pay, the more you save! If you book and pay in full you'll save up to 10% off the LAND-only portion of your tour.
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Please note: Space is limited to one group per motorcoach. These discounts are not combinable with our Travel Club Discount, any other rooming, young traveller or triple room discounts, and do not apply to our City Breaks, Greek Tours with Mediterranean cruises, Egypt, Israel, and extra night accommodation. All travelling passengers’ names must be advised to Trafalgar at the time of booking in order to qualify.
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