Tour Code: AU10-0010
Tour Duration: 10 Days 9 Nights.
Tour Themes:
Tour Route: Sydney-Hamilton Island-Great Barrier Reef-Daintree-airns
10 Day Sydney, Reef & Rainforest Tours
You can tailor-make the tour duration, route, themes, and cultural experiences, etc. 10 Day Sydney, Reef & Rainforest ToursYou can always customize a similar tour based on this itinerary. Day 1: Arrive SydneyAfter a morning arrival at the airport, transfer to your hotel before joining the tour director to visit the famous Rock Markets and explore the surrounding neighbourhood, with its narrow lanes and cobblestone streets. A Captain Cook Sunset Cruise follows later in the day, passing by the Harbour Bridge and Opera House and featuring a contemporary Australian meal.Day 2: Sydney SightseeingStart the day with a tour of Sydney Opera House before paying a visit to the Royal Botanic Gardens and Bondi Beach. Following lunch overlooking the Pacific Ocean at the Returned Serviceman’s League Club, learn about the history of Bondi at Australia’s oldest surf lifesaving club and discover the national gemstone – the opal – as you head back into the city.Day 3: Sydney 'free time'A day to do as you wish in Sydney, with optional excursions being available at an additional charge.Day 4: Sydney – Hamilton IslandLeave Sydney to fly to Hamilton Island in Queensland’s Whitsundays, where the remainder of the day is spent at leisure.Day 5: Hamilton Island 'free time'Enjoy breakfast with the koalas that live on the island before a free day to explore your stunning surroundings. With more than 20km of walking trails, you can head into the bushland for day of hiking or partake in one of the many optional activities that are available, including watersports or a trip to the equally beautiful Whitehaven Beach.Day 6: Hamilton Island – Port DouglasLeave the Whitsundays behind with a morning flight to Cairns and short transfer on to the small town of Port Douglas, which sits between two World Heritage-listed sites in the Great Barrier Reef and Daintree Rainforest. In the afternoon, explore the surrounding area or simply relax by the side of the pool.Day 7: Great Barrier ReefCruise by catamaran to Agincourt Reef where you’ll be educated about the Great Barrier Reef by a local expert. Explore the reef from the comfort of a Quicksilver semi-sub and watch fish feeding from an underwater viewing platform, or get closer to nature with some snorkelling. A tropical buffet lunch is included in the trip.Day 8: Daintree National Park – CairnsJourney into the lush forests of Mossman Gorge to take part in a Ngadiku Dreamtime Walk, a unique experience with an indigenous guide including traditional smoking ceremony and stories on their special relationship with the area. Traditional bush tea and damper – an Australian soda bread – will also be offered on the trip. Travel onwards to Kuranda for a visit to the Heritage Village Markets before looking down on the rainforest with a ride on the Skyrail Cableway.Day 9: Cairns 'Included Choice'Choose from a range of 'Included Choice' experiences. Visit Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park before seeking out wildlife on a Cairns Harbour cruise, or pay a visit to Cairns Zoo to cuddle a koala or feed a kangaroo. Alternatively, head into the woodlands and rainforest for a trip to Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures.Day 10: Depart CairnsTransfer to Cairns airport for your flight home.
Tour Code: AU9-0011
Tour Duration: 9 Days 8 Nights.
Tour Themes:
Tour Route: Perth – Kalgoorlie-Esperance-Albany-Margaret River
9 Day South Western Escape Tours
You can tailor-make the tour duration, route, themes, and cultural experiences, etc. 9 Day South Western Escape ToursYou can always customize a similar tour based on this itinerary. Day 1: Arrive PerthAfter a morning arrival in Perth, transfer to your hotel before a tour of the city, including the chance to admire the Swan River from Kings Park, one of the largest inner-city parks in the world.Day 2: Perth – KalgoorlieLeaving Perth, travel to Wave Rock to marvel at the astonishing rock formations that were born from granite more than 3 million years ago. Continue on through the former ghost town of Coolgardie until you reach the town of Kalgoorlie, a mining town surrounded by many smaller ghost towns left in the area’s goldfields.Day 3: Kalgoorlie – EsperanceSee the many unique buildings around the town before joining a local guide for a gold mine tour. On leaving Kalgoorlie to head for Esperance, pause to admire Lake Lefroy, the impressive salt lake used for many Australian land speed record attempts in the past.Day 4: EsperanceEnjoy astonishing views of the granite peaks and coastal scenery on a visit to Cape Le Grand National Park before travelling to Thistle Cove and Lucky Bay – the latter being of the most beautiful of the many bays to feature on the Australia coast. If you’re lucky, you may witness grey kangaroos lazing on the beach before visiting Pink Lake, so called because of the distinctive colouring it can take on depending on saline levels. The remainder of the afternoon is then free.Day 5: Esperance – AlbanyTravel through Ravensthorpe and Jerramungup as you head for the lookout at Bluff Knoll Lookout, which grants you the opportunity to admire the rugged beauty and rich flora of the Stirling Ranges National Park. Continue on to Albany for your overnight stay.Day 6: Albany – Margaret RiverThe day starts with a visit to Torndirrup National Park, with its impressive granite formations, including the Gap and the Natural Bridge. After calling in at Whaleworld to learn more about the history of the Albany area, your onward journey takes you into the Valley of the Giants where you can enjoy the chance to walk through the forest canopy on a treetop walk. Your overnight stay is in the wine growing region of Margaret River.Day 7: Margaret RiverAfter a drive through the Peppermint trees of the Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park, explore the ancient fossil remains to be found in the Margaret River Caves and see the historic Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse, located where the Indian and Southern oceans meet at the most south-westerly point of the country. A tour, tasting and lunch at the 3 Oceans Wine Company is the pre-cursor to a free afternoon to explore the local area.Day 8: Freemantle Included ChoiceHead north to Freemantle for an Included Choice experience during the afternoon. Discover the heritage of the area on a guided walking tour, explore the Western Australia Maritime Museum or see the sights onboard a replica tram.Day 9: Freemantle – PerthAfter time at leisure, enjoy a walking tour that will allow you to visit the Round House – one of the oldest buildings in Western Australian - before learning how Swan River forms part of the Dreaming Stories of the local aboriginal people. Then cruise along the river to Perth for your transfer to the airport and journey home.
Tour Code: AU10-0012
Tour Duration: 10 Days 9 Nights.
Tour Themes:
Tour Route: Sydney - Canberra-Snowy Mountains-Beechworth - Melbourne-Warrnambool - Adelaide-Barossa Valley-Kangaroo Island
10 Day Tastes of Southern Australia Tours
You can tailor-make the tour duration, route, themes, and cultural experiences, etc. 10 Day Tastes of Southern Australia ToursYou can always customize a similar tour based on this itinerary. Day 1: Sydney - CanberraFrom Sydney, journey via the Southern Highlands for a stop at historic Berrima, famous for its gaol, a visit to a working sheep farm, and an Aussie barbecue lunch. Then it's on to Canberra to visit the Australian War Memorial and the Parliament House before enjoying a welcome dinner.Day 2: Canberra - Snowy MountainsHead into spectacular Kosciuszko National Park - home to mobs of kangaroos - for an optional ride on the chairlift at Mt Kosciuszko, Australia's highest peak. Enjoy the beauty of the park before crossing the mighty Murray River into Victoria and beautiful Beechworth, Victoria’s best preserved gold rush town, for a unique overnight stay.Day 3: Beechworth - MelbourneGet to know Beechworth with a tour and some free time to explore the legendary Beechworth Bakery, as well as antique shops and galleries. Visit the museum before a drive through Glenrowan and Ned Kelly country to cosmopolitan Melbourne for a two-night stay.Day 4: MelbourneFree day to explore the cafés, galleries, museums, markets of Melbourne or perhaps consider optional tours to see the penguins on Phillip Island or the Yarra Valley wineries.Day 5: The Great Ocean RoadDon't forgot your cameras today for one of the world's greatest road trips - the Great Ocean Road. Enjoy visits to Torquay and the Twelve Apostles before finishing the day in the whale-watching capital of Warrnambool.Day 6: Warrnambool - AdelaideEnjoy the vistas from the dormant volcano of Tower Hill before continuing through the picturesque fishing village of Port Fairy. Skirt the Lower Glenelg National Park into South Australia and on to Mt. Gambier for a city tour and a look at the spectacular and mysterious Blue Lake before heading on to Coonawarra, renowned for its wine production.Day 7: Barossa ValleyThis highlight day starts with a sightseeing tour of Adelaide city. Then journey north to visit one of Australia’s best-known wine-producing regions, the Barossa Valley. Stop at the small town of Tanunda on your way to Jacobs Creek winery where you’ll learn about what goes into making great wines on a walking tour with wine tasting. Your host will provide an overview of the 14 different grape varieties grown in the vineyard that are featured in some of the most famous wines. After a lunch of local produce with wine, explore a little more of this gastronomic region and its delights, before returning to Adelaide.Day 8: Adelaide - Kangaroo IslandAfter a stop at the Victorian seaside suburb of Glenelg, continue on to the picturesque Fleurieu Peninsula and perhaps take a walk to Granite Island for some sensational coastal views. Later, travel by ferry to Kangaroo Island for a two-night stay and dinner overlooking the spectacular Backstair Passage.Day 9: Kangaroo IslandA full day of discovery will take you wildlife spotting in Flinders Chase National Park and a chance for some great photo opportunities at the Remarkable Rocks and Admiral’s Arch. Enjoy lunch at the Andermel Marron Farm, a food and wine experience that captures the very essence of Kangaroo Island, before a guided tour at the Seal Bay Conservation Park and walk among a colony of sea lions.Day 10: Kangaroo Island - AdelaideCruise back by ferry to Cape Jervis before transferring back to Adelaide Airport, where your tour concludes in the early afternoon.
Tour Code: AU13-0013
Tour Duration: 13 Days 12 Nights.
Tour Themes:
Tour Route: Melbourne-Uluru-Cairns-Great Barrier Reef-Sydney
13 Day Australian Highlights Tours
You can tailor-make the tour duration, route, themes, and cultural experiences, etc. 13 Day Australian Highlights ToursYou can always customize a similar tour based on this itinerary. Day 1: Arrive MelbourneTransfer from the airport to your hotel where you’ll enjoy a welcome reception before dinner onboard the famous Colonial Tramcar Restaurant as you tour the city.Day 2: City SightsA private walking tour provides the chance to visit some of the sights of the city before an afternoon spent at leisure, with the option of an additional tour to Phillip Island to witness the famous Penguin Parade.Day 3: Melbourne at leisureEnjoy a day at leisure enjoying the many sights that Melbourne has to offer, with optional extras including the chance to head into the Yarra Valley for a spot of wine tasting.Day 4: Melbourne – Alice SpringsRise early for a morning flight to Alice Springs where you’ll spend time visiting the School of the Air, Royal Flying Doctor Service and the Telegraph Station. A trip to the top of Anzac Hill provides fine panoramic views of both the town and surrounding ranges before an outback dinner and tour of the night sky at the Earth Sanctuary Nature Centre – where you can also enjoy a sing-a-long accompanied by the didgeridoo!Day 5: Uluru (Ayers Rock)Travel through the picturesque West MacDonnell and James Ranges before pausing to admire Mount Connor as you head for Ayers Rock resort, where you can enjoy watching the striking colour changes of Uluru at sunset with a glass of sparkling wine.Day 6: Uluru (Ayers Rock) – Kata Tjuta (Olgas)Rising early to see the sun come up and illuminate Ayers Rock, you’ll tour the caves below Uluru before visiting the nearby Uluru – Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre. In the afternoon, journey through the Kata Tjuta desert plains and take in the magic of the Walpa Gorge with a walk through the natural creek bed. The day ends enjoying a glorious sunset at the Olgas – a series of large domed rock formations – with a glass of sparkling wine.Day 7: Uluru (Ayers Rock) – CairnsA day of interaction with local Aboriginal artists provides the chance to gain an introduction to Western Desert Art and learn more about the local culture, with the opportunity to create your own painting to take home as a unique momento of your trip. Later take a flight to Cairns for the next leg of your adventure.Day 8: Great Barrier ReefIn one of the highlights of the tour, take a cruise around the Great Barrier Reef on a high-speed catamaran, with the opportunity to view the coral, partake in a spot of fishing or go snorkelling in the clear waters (snorkelling gear included, extra charge for scuba). Also enjoy a reef education presentation as well as a tropical buffet lunch.Day 9: Cairns 'free time'A day to spend exploring Cairns at your leisure, although optional tours are available.Day 10: Cairns – SydneyMeet an array of wildlife with a trip to the spectacular Cairns Wildlife Dome before taking a flight to Sydney, where the remainder of the day is spent at leisure.Day 11: City sights & Harbour CruiseSee the sights of Sydney with a tour of the famous Opera House followed by visits to the Royal Botanic Gardens, Mrs Macquarie’s Chair and Kings Cross before taking a wander along the shoreline on a trip to Bondi Beach. Later on, gain an alternative view of the city with a cruise around Sydney Harbour, where you can also learn about Australia’s national gemstone, the opal.Day 12: Sydney at leisureExplore Sydney at leisure on a free day, although optional tours are available, including a visit to the Blue Mountains. Meet your tour director and fellow travellers for dinner.Day 13: Depart SydneyTransfer to Sydney airport for your return flight.
Tour Code: AU9-0014
Tour Duration: 9 Days 8 Nights.
Tour Themes:
Tour Route: Brisbane – Fraser Island-Rockhampton-Daydream Island-Townsville-Cairns
9 Day East Coast Adventure Tours
You can tailor-make the tour duration, route, themes, and cultural experiences, etc. 9 Day East Coast Adventure ToursYou can always customize a similar tour based on this itinerary. Days 1 & 2 : Brisbane – Fraser IslandArrive in Brisbane, where you’ll head to Australia Zoo – founded by the late Steve Irwin – to see the wide range of wildlife that the country has to offer. Continuing on to Hervey Bay, you’ll take a cruise to Fraser Island for a two-night stay on the largest sand island in the world. A half day tour the following morning will allow you to explore the stunning mix of landscapes before free time for further exploration of the opportunity to make the most of your resort facilities.Day 3: Fraser Island – RockhamptonHead back for the mainland to travel north through sugar cane country to Rockhampton, a small city sitting on the edge of the Mt Archer National Park.Day 4: Rockhampton – Airlie Beach – Daydream IslandTake a tour of the tropical paradise that is the Rockhampton Botanic Gardens to see many of the plants that are native to the area as well as the stunning Japanese Gardens. Then travel onwards to Airlie Beach to cruise out to Daydream Island.Day 5: Daydream IslandSpend the day at leisure on the beautiful surroundings of Daydream Island, with the chance to simply relax by the pool or take up some of the optional activities available.Day 6: Townsville – Mission BeachTravel back to the mainland and head for Townsville for a tour of the many sights of the tropical city. From there, it’s on to the overnight stop at the small coastal town of Mission Beach.Day 7: Mission Beach – CairnsWitness some of the most spectacular waterfalls in Queensland as you journey across the Atherton Tablelands to the scenic village of Kuranda, where you’ll get the chance to witness stunning views across the rainforest during a trip on the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway.Day 8: Great Barrier ReefTake a guided trip by catamaran out to the Great Barrier Reef, with the chance to get up close to the vast array of marine life with a snorkelling trip amongst the coral, or through the underwater observatory on your boat. A special farewell dinner at Tjapukai by Night includes being led along a flame-lit pathway to a meal showcasing the regions best food.Day 9: Depart CairnsDrive north to visit Port Douglas before returning to Cairns Airport where your tour comes to an end ready for the trip home.
Tour Code: AU22-0015
Tour Duration: 22 Days 21 Nights.
Tour Themes:
Tour Route: Melbourne-Uluru-Kata Tjuta-Cairns-Great Barrier Reef-Sydney-Auckland-Rotorua-Christchurch-Queenstown
22 Day Highlights of Australia & New Zealand Tours
You can tailor-make the tour duration, route, themes, and cultural experiences, etc. 22 Day Highlights of Australia & New Zealand ToursYou can always customize a similar tour based on this itinerary. Day 1: Arrive MelbourneTransfer from the airport to your hotel before dinner onboard the famous Colonial Tramcar Restaurant as you tour the city.Days 2 & 3: Melbourne City SightsA private walking tour provides the chance to visit some of the sights of the city before an afternoon spent at leisure, with the option of an additional tour to Phillip Island to witness the famous Penguin Parade. Further optional tours are available during your second free day, such as wine tasting in the Yarra Valley.Day 4: Melbourne – Alice SpringsRise early for a morning flight to Alice Springs where you’ll spend time visiting the School of the Air, Royal Flying Doctor Service and the Telegraph Station. A trip to the top of Anzac Hill provides fine panoramic views of both the town and surrounding ranges before an outback dinner and tour of the night sky at the Earth Sanctuary Nature Centre.Days 5 & 6: Uluru (Ayers Rock) & Kata Tjuta (Olgas)Travel through the picturesque West MacDonnell and James Ranges before pausing to admire Mount Connor as you head for Ayers Rock resort, where you can enjoy watching the sunset with a glass of sparkling wine. Having seen the sun rise again the following morning, you’ll then take a tour of the caves found below Uluru and listen to Aboriginal tales before visiting the nearby Uluru – Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre. In the afternoon, journey through the Kata Tjuta desert plains to discover the magic of the Walpa Gorge before a glass of wine while watching the sun set over the large domed rock formations at Kata Tjuta.Day 7: Uluru (Ayers Rock) – CairnsA day of interaction with local Aboriginal artists provides the chance to gain an introduction to Western Desert Art and learn more about the local culture, with the opportunity to create your own painting to take home as a unique momento of your trip. Later take a flight to Cairns for the next leg of your adventure.Day 8: Great Barrier ReefIn one of the highlights of the tour, take a cruise around the Great Barrier Reef on a high-speed catamaran, with the opportunity to view the coral, partake in a spot of fishing or go snorkelling in the clear waters (snorkelling gear included, extra charge for scuba). Also enjoy a reef education presentation as well as a tropical buffet lunch.Day 9: Cairns 'free time'A day to spend exploring Cairns at your leisure, although optional tours are available.Day 10: Cairns – SydneyMeet an array of wildlife with a trip to the spectacular Cairns Wildlife Dome before taking a flight to Sydney for the final part of the Australian leg of the tour.Days 11 & 12: Sydney City sights & Harbour CruiseSee the sights of Sydney with a tour of the famous Opera House followed by visits to the Royal Botanic Gardens, Mrs Macquarie’s Chair and Kings Cross before taking a wander along the shoreline on a trip to Bondi Beach. Later on, gain an alternative view of the city with a cruise around Sydney Harbour. A second day is free for you to explore at your leisure, although optional extras such as wine tasting in the Hunter Valley are available if you desire.Day 13: Sydney – AucklandLeave Australia behind as you fly to New Zealand where you’ll spend the afternoon in Auckland at your own leisure before dinner.Day 14: AucklandTake a cruise on Waitemata Harbour before enjoying the opportunity to take a tour of the city.Day 15: Auckland – RotoruaLeave Auckland and travel south to visit the stunning Waitomo Glow-Worm Grotto for a boat tour. From here, head to the geo-thermal area at Rotorua where you’ll visit Te Puia, the living centre of Mu0101ori arts and crafts and home to the world-famous Pohutu Geyser, with a local guide. A traditional Mu0101ori Hangi dinner and concert end the day.Day 16: Rotorua – ChristchurchFly to the South Island to Christchurch for a tour of the city to see the way in which it continues to recover from the devastating earthquake that struck back in February 2011.Day 17: TranzAlpine – Franz JosefBoard the famous TranzAlpine train to leave Christchurch and journey over the Southern Alps through Arthur’s Pass National Park en-route to Greymouth. Travel on to the Franz Josef Glacier for an optional scenic flight (weather permitting).Day 18: QueenstownEnjoy the stunning scenery of the Mount Aspiring National Park as you head south to Queenstown, stopping off for a visit to the historic gold mining town of Arrowtown en-route.Day 19: Milford SoundAdmire the beauty of the Fiordland National Park as you head to one of New Zealand’s most famous landmarks, Milford Sound. Once there, enjoy a cruise with lunch and enjoy the stunning scenery on the fjord overlooked by Mitre Peak and Bowen Falls.Day 20: QueenstownSpend the day at leisure exploring Queenstown, with a number of optional trips being available.Day 21: ChristchurchTravel past Mount Cook National Park to Lake Tekapo to visit the famous Church of the Good Shepherd before visiting a typical working sheep farm for a barbecue lunch and the chance to gain an insight into how it operates.Day 22: Depart ChristchurchTransfer to Christchurch airport for your onward flight home.
Tour Code: NZ8-006
Tour Duration: 8 Days 7 Nights.
Tour Themes:
Tour Route: Auckland-Waitomo - Rotorua-Taupo - Wellington
8 Day Northern Explorer New Zealand Tours
You can tailor-make the tour duration, route, themes, and cultural experiences, etc. 8 Day Northern Explorer ToursYou can always customize a similar tour based on this itinerary. Day 1: Arrive AucklandTransfer to your hotel. In the afternoon, explore this harbour city at your leisure.Copthorne Hotel, Auckland CityDays 2 & 3: Auckland - Bay of IslandsTravel to the Waipoua Kauri Forest Reserve to visit the Kauri tree Tane Mahuta, 'Lord of the Forest'. Arrive in the beautiful Bay of Islands. Next day at leisure. Overnight cruise available (not included).Day 4: Bay of Islands – AucklandCruise to Cape Brett and pass through the Hole in the Rock to Cape Brett lighthouse. Return to Auckland.Days 5 & 6: Auckland – Waitomo - RotoruaVisit the Waitomo glowworm caves, then continue to Rotorua. Tour the Maori Arts and Crafts Institute followed by a traditional Maori Hangi feast and concert. Enjoy an exclusive breakfast cruise on the Lakeland Queen.Day 7: Rotorua - Taupo - WellingtonVisit Taupo and see Huka Falls with its striking blue water. Travel through Tongariro National Park to Wellington.Day 8: Depart WellingtonTransfer to Wellington airport for your flight.
Tour Code: NZ17-007
Tour Duration: 17 Days 16 Nights.
Tour Themes:
Tour Route: Auckland-Waitomo - Rotorua-Wellington-Kaikoura - Christchurch-Franz Josef-Queenstown - Milford - Te Anau-Dunedin- Mount Cook - Canterbury
17 Day New Zealand Wonderland Tours
You can tailor-make the tour duration, route, themes, and cultural experiences, etc. 17 Day New Zealand Wonderland ToursYou can always customize a similar tour based on this itinerary. Day 1: Arrive AucklandMeet and transfer to your hotel where a selection of 'Freedom of Choice' touring options are available. Visit the Auckland Museum, climb the Harbour Bridge of take a cruise around Waitemata Harbour.Day 2: Auckland - Bay of IslandsTravel along the Hibiscus Coast and visit both the Matakohe Kauri Museum and Waipoua Forest Reserve as you head to the Bay of Islands. Once there, take a guided tour of the Waitangi Reserve, where the founding document of modern New Zealand was signed back in 1840.Day 3: Bay of IslandsChoose from an extensive range of 'Freedom of Choice' options, including a drive along the sands of Ninety Mile Beach, tall ship sailing or the chance to swim with dolphins.Day 4: Bay of Islands - AucklandExplore the Bay of Islands further with a cruise to Cape Brett and the famous Hole in the Rock before returning to Auckland for a special dinner.Day 5: Auckland - Waitomo - RotoruaLeave Auckland behind to travel south for the Waitomo Caves, where you can experience the mystical glowworms that light the way. Then head for Rotorua to immerse yourself in the local culture with an authentic Mu0101ori Hu0101ngi feast.Day 6: RotoruaChoose from a range of 'Freedom of Choice' activities around Rotorua, with the chance to visit the Te Puia geothermal reserve, the Agrodome sheep show or take a relaxing visit to a Polynesian Spa for treatments and a leisurely soak.Day 7: Rotorua - WellingtonFollow the Thermal Explorer Highway as you head for the heart of the North Island, stopping off to witness the awesome power of the spectacular Huka Falls and to admire the beauty of Lake Taupo. Then it’s time to journey across the vast plateau of the World Heritage-listed Tongariro National Park before arriving in Wellington.Day 8: WellingtonChoose from a selection of 'Freedom of Choice' options to discover more about the capital city, including a highlights tour, a visit to Zealandia or the opportunity to visit some locations from the 'Lord of the Rings' films. Your evening is then free to sample one of the many impressive restaurants around the city.Day 9: Wellington - Kaikoura - ChristchurchCruise across the Cook Straight through the stunning Marlborough Sounds to Picton and arrival on the South Island. Then pay a visit to the whale watching town of Kaikoura.Day 10: Christchurch - Franz JosefEnjoy a stunning scenic trip on the famous TranzAlpine train to Arthur’s Pass, before continuing on by coach to Hokitika and the impressive Franz Josef Glacier.Day 11: Franz Josef - QueenstownTake in the stunning beauty of the scenery as you leave Franz Josef to head down the West Coast before heading over the Haast Pass to Queenstown, where you have the choice of dining at four different eateries.Day 12: QueenstownA day where you can make the most of a 'Freedom of Choice' option to explore Queenstown further, with garden tours, wine tasting, a jetboat ride on the Shotover River or a bus tour to gold-mining Arrowtown being amongst your choices.Day 13: Queenstown - Milford - Te AnauTake in the scenery as you travel through the Remarkables mountain range to Fiordland National Park for a cruise in the beautiful, unspoilt wilderness of Milford Sound.Day 14: Te Anau - DunedinTravel through the countryside to Dunedin for another 'Freedom of Choice' day, where you could elect to take a trip on the Taieri Gorge Railway, tour Speight’s Brewery of see the wildlife on the Otago Peninsula.Day 15: Dunedin - Mount CookHear the Mu0101ori legend about the giant Moeraki Boulders before heading inland to Mount Cook National Park, where your 'Freedom of Choice' options include guided walks, a glacier cruise or a visit to the Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre.Day 16: Mount Cook - Canterbury PlainsTravel back to the Canterbury region along the alpine shores of Lake Tekapo, paying a visit to the famous Church of the Good Shepherd as you pass.Day 17: Canterbury - ChristchurchSpend time at leisure before transferring to Christchurch Airport for your return home.
Tour Code: NZ9-008
Tour Duration: 9 Days 8 Nights.
Tour Themes:
Tour Route: Christchurch - Canterbury-Franz Josef-Queenstown - Te Anau-Dunedin - Mount Cook
9 Day Southern Tourer New Zealand Tours
You can tailor-make the tour duration, route, themes, and cultural experiences, etc. You can always customize a similar tour based on this itinerary. Day 1: Arrive Christchurch - CanterburyArriving in Christchurch, transfer to the Canterbury region where you can elect to simply refresh and relax, or take part in an array of optional experiences – including fishing, hot-air ballooning and horse riding.Day 2: TranzAlpine Train - Franz JosefTake a trip through the stunning scenery of the Southern Alps onboard the famous TranzAlpine Train, disembarking at Arthur’s Pass before heading for the Franz Josef Glacier.Days 3 & 4: Franz Josef - QueenstownTravel along the West Coast and admire the beauty of the Haast Valley en-route to Queenstown, for a choice of four evening dining experiences. The following day, choose from a selection of included activities such as a walking tour, wine tasting or a jetboat ride on the Shotover River.Day 5: Queenstown - Te AnauDrive along the foot of the Remarkables mountain range as you journey to the Fiordland National Park for a visit to one of New Zealand’s most famous landmarks – Milford Sound. Once there, take a scenic cruise across the beautiful fiord before continuing on to Te Anau.Day 6: Te Anau - DunedinHead to the Scottish-like city of Dunedin where you can choose from a selection of included activities, which could see you enjoying a taste of beers at Speight’s Brewery or paying a visit to the historic Olveston House.Day 7: Dunedin - Mount CookStop to view the unique Moeraki Boulders as you leave Dunedin and head inland for Mount Cook, the highest mountain in New Zealand. 'Freedom of Choice' activities are then available to enhance your visit to the area, including a guided nature walk, the chance to do some stargazing or the opportunity to pay a visit to the Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre.Day 8: Mount Cook - Canterbury PlainsLeave the mountains behind to travel to Lake Tekapo and visit the Church of the Good Shepherd before crossing the Canterbury Plains to Riccarton.Day 9: Canterbury - ChristchurchTime at leisure before you head to the airport for your return trip home.
Tour Code: NZ15-009
Tour Duration: 15 Days 14 Nights.
Tour Themes:
Tour Route: Auckland-Queenstown-Dunedin-Christchurch-Melbourne-Sydney
