Highlights of Australia and New Zealand (23 Days starting from $6,175)

Highlights of Australia and New Zealand

A 23-Day tour starting from $6,175

Length:	23 Days
Type:	South Pacific 2008
Category:	Discovery Tours
Operator:	Trafalgar
Tour Code:	QHANN

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About This Tour

What's Included
Itinerary
Dates & Prices
Sightseeing
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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) See sunrise over Uluru, opportunity to climb ''the Rock'', tour 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 the America''s Cup Village and Kelly Tarlton''s Underwater World & Antarctic Encounter.
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.
18 Buffet breakfasts
2 breakfast in flight Melbourne to Alice Springs and Sydney to Auckland
1 tropical buffet lunch on the Great Barrier Reef
1 lunch while cruising Sydney Harbour
1 lunch while cruising Milford Sound
2 three-course dinner
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.
Great Adventures 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.
A stylish travel bag and 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: Saville 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 (flights to arrive prior to 1.00pm). 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? (Breakfast)

Hotel: Alice Springs Resort

Day 7 - Alice Springs – Uluru (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 sparkling wine at Kata Tjuta, we will enjoy a delicious 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 Great Adventures 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) (Highlight 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. (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: Four Points by Sheraton, Darling Harbour

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 (2 nights)

Day 16 - Auckland sightseeing & at leisure A visit to Kelly Tarlton''s Underwater World and Antarctic Encounter is followed by a sightseeing tour including views from the top of Mount Eden and the War Memorial. Later, we stop at the Viaduct Harbour, home to the 2000 America''s Cup. (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 / Lunch) (Highlight Dinner)

Hotel: Millennium Hotel

Day 18 - Rotorua – Christchurch
Our sightseeing tour includes a visit to Paradise Valley Springs and the Agrodome''s Sheep Show. Then we take an afternoon flight to Christchurch (flights to depart after 12 noon). (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 the airport, to connect with your return flight home.
(Buffet Breakfast)

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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

All Land & Air Prices: Additional taxes and fees will apply, please visit www.trafalgar.com/taxesandfees. Airline fuel surcharges are included in the base fare. Additional restrictions will apply; please visit www.trafalgar.com/restrictions. Prices shown are from New York City (Europe vacations), Los Angeles (South Pacific & Asia vacations) and Miami (South America vacations).
* This list indicates brochure rates and dates.
** Air price is based on departures from Los Angeles. Additional add-on airfares from other cities are available.
*** Land+Air Prices after May 1, 2008 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.
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.

Note: All prices are per person, double occupancy, subject to availability. These pages are not endorsed or supported by the tour operator in any way. All information presented is based on promotional material provided by the tour operator. All prices, itineraries, accommodations and dates are subject to change without notice and at any time by the tour operators. Availability is limited and must be reconfirmed at time of booking. The prices on this website are not guaranteed. We are not responsible for errors, omissions, or changes in pricing. Please call us toll free at 1-800-942-3301 to confirm availability and pricing.