Day
1 Sun: Arrive Melbourne
On Arrival in Melbourne you will be transferred
to your hotel, the PACIFIC INTERNATIONAL SUITES.
Meet your Tour Director this afternoon and discover
the sights of the city. Enjoy the Royal Botanic
Gardens, Parliament House and War Memorial’s Shrine
of Remembrance. Tonight enjoy a Welcome Dinner with
your Tour Director and fellow travellers. (D)
Day 2 Mon: Melbourne ‘Free Time’
Two full days to explore Melbourne. Perhaps join
an optional tour to meet the Little Penguins on
Phillip Island or sample some local grown wines in
the Yarra Valley. Overnight at the PACIFIC
INTERNATIONAL SUITES. B
Day 3 Tue: Melbourne ‘Free Time’
Why not take a day trip along the spectacular
Great Ocean Road to see the Twelve Apostles.
Overnight at the PACIFIC INTERNATIONAL SUITES.
(B)
Day 4 Wed: Melbourne – Alice Springs
Depart Melbourne this morning and fly to the Red
Centre. Enjoy a city tour of Alice Springs,
including a visit to the Telegraph Station. Learn
how the locals live in this remote area and the
history of the early settlers. A visit to the Royal
Flying Doctor Service will show you how medical
services are provided to those people living in
remote areas. See panoramic views from Anzac Hill.
Overnight at the ALL SEASONS OASIS. (B)
Day 5 Thu: Uluru (Ayers Rock)
Say goodbye to Alice and journey to the heart of
Australia, Uluru. On the way visit a camel farm, the
original transportation of the desert. Enjoy the
changing colours of Uluru with a complimentary glass
of wine as the sun sets. Overnight at the OUTBACK
PIONEER HOTEL. (B)
Day 6 Fri: Kata Tjuta (the Olgas)
Rise early to see the sunrise at Uluru. Tour the
caves at the base and hear the traditional dreamtime
stories before having time to discover the cultural
centre. This afternoon travel through the desert
plains to Kata Tjuta (the Olgas). There is time to
walk through Walpa Gorge. After sunset with
complimentary wine, enjoy a delicious Australian
barbecue dinner and stargazing. Overnight at the
OUTBACK PIONEER HOTEL. (B HD)
Day 7 Sat: Arrive Cairns
Transfer to Ayers Rock Airport to board your
flight to Cairns, the gateway to the Great Barrier
Reef, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Enjoy
this tropical town this afternoon. Maybe visit the
Cairns Wildlife Dome for an encounter with the
unique Australian animals. Overnight at the
MANTRA ESPLANADE. (B)
Day 8 Sun: Great Barrier Reef
Cruise with Sunlover Cruises to the outer
Barrier Reef. See coral and tropical fish from a
semi submersible vessel or snorkel along the reef
with the fish. Snorkelling gear is available as well
as a marine biologist to enhance your reef
experience. Enjoy a buffet lunch on board the
pontoon. Overnight at the MANTRA ESPLANADE.
(B L)
Day 9 Mon: Cairns ‘Free Time’
A day at leisure in Cairns. Discover the
rainforest of Kuranda or visit the Tjapukai
Aboriginal Cultural Park. Overnight at the MANTRA
ESPLANADE. (B)
Day 10 Tue: Cairns - Sydney
You will be transferred to Cairns Airport for
your flight to Sydney. You are free to discover
Sydney’s vibrant restaurant scene for dinner.
Overnight at THE VIBE. (B)
Day 11 Wed: City – Harbour Cruise
This morning discover all that Sydney has to
offer. A tour of the world famous Opera House and a
chance to walk on the sand at Bondi Beach is
included. Visit Mrs. Macquarie’s chair for
spectacular views of the harbour. Enjoy a harbour
highlights cruise. You’ll also have the opportunity
to learn about Australia’s national gemstone – the
opal. Overnight at THE VIBE. (B)
Day 12 Thu: Sydney ‘Free Time’
Enjoy a full day at leisure in Sydney. Overnight
at THE VIBE. (B)
Day 13 Fri: Sydney - Christchurch
Farewell to Australia and Kia Ora to New
Zealand. Meet your new Tour Director upon arrival in
the southern capital, Christchurch. Enjoy a city
sights tour including Hagley Park, Avon River,
Canterbury Museum and Christchurch Cathedral. This
evening is free for you to explore the local
restaurants and cafés. Overnight at the COPTHORNE
CENTRAL. (B)
Day 14 Sat: Christchurch ‘Free Time’
A full day at leisure to discover this city for
yourself. To assist you we’ll provide you with a
tram ticket to make it easier to get around.
Overnight at the COPTHORNE CENTRAL. (B)
Day 15 Sun: Queenstown
Travel south across the Canterbury Plains
enjoying the alpine scenery. This morning we visit
MacKenzie Country with its tussock grasslands and
lupins. Stop to view the Church of the Good Shepard
at Lake Tekapo and perhaps take a scenic flight
(weather permitting) over Mt. Cook, the highest
mountain in the Southern Hemisphere. Later we pass
Lake Pukaki and Rua Taniwha before travelling over
the Lindis Pass to the Otago region. We stop briefly
to sample stone fruit in Cromwell before travelling
through the Kawarau Gorge and to Queenstown.
Overnight at the COPTHORNE LAKEFRONT RESORT.
(B)
Day 16 Mon: Queenstown ‘Free Time’
Today you have the option to travel to Milford
Sound, considered the eighth wonder of the world!
Stop and explore the small township of Te Anau
before entering the Fiordland National Park, a World
Heritage Park. Travel through the Homer Tunnel to
discover the magic that is Milford Sound. Overnight
at the COPTHORNE LAKEFRONT RESORT. (B)
Day 17 Tue: Maori Culture
Today is at leisure to discover some of
Queenstown’s famous wines or maybe the adventure
activities call. Tonight experience a traditional
Maori Hangi and Kiwi Haka concert at the Skyline
Restaurant on Bob’s Peak. We ride the steepest
gondola in the Southern Hemisphere and enjoy an
entertaining night of song and dance! Overnight at
the COPTHORNE LAKEFRONT RESORT. (B HD)
Day 18 Wed: Auckland
This morning fly to the North Island and
discover the City of Sails, Auckland, the largest
city in New Zealand. Upon arrival, we enjoy a City
Sights tour, taking in views from Mt Eden and
Bastian Point. Overnight at the MERCURE HOTEL. (B)
Day 19 Thu: Auckland ‘Free Time’
Spend the final day of your holiday discovering
Auckland for yourself. Tonight enjoy a Farewell
Dinner with your new-found friends. Overnight at the
MERCURE HOTEL. (B D)
Day 20 Fri: Depart Auckland
You will be transferred to the airport for your
onward flight. (B)
