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WHY YOU ' LL LOVE THIS TRIP :

• Relaxed pace combining cities and 3 nights on Hamilton Island

• Great Barrier Reef from a less visited , but just as spectacular , location

• Living Village Whakawerawera – a geothermal valley

• Meet an icon at Rainbow Springs and glowworms at Waitomo

1 Welcome to Brisbane

Meet your Travel Director at a Welcome Reception , before a ‘ Be My Guest ’ experience at City Winery , Brisbane ’ s first urban winery . Over a dinner hosted by the Group Sommelier or Winemaker , you ’ ll learn about the inner workings of this micro-winery , which sources grapes from across Australia ' s celebrated wine regions . Hotel : Adina Apartment , 2 nights . BG

2 Brisbane

Enjoy a sneak peek into the Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital . See how AAT Kings works with the Wildlife Warriors to support the koala rehabilitation project at the hospital , the country ’ s largest and busiest wildlife facility . Then join an indigenous walking tour of Brisbane , where you ’ ll uncover the fascinating history , art and rich cultural heritage of Meeanjin ( Brisbane City ) with a local Aboriginal guide . B

3 Brisbane – Hamilton Island

Fly to Hamilton Island , in the heart of the Whitsundays . Book your spot on a sun lounge at the pool , head for a walk on one of the island ’ s many hiking trails or grab a golf buggy to explore this car-free coastal wonderland at your own pace ( driver ’ s licence still required ). Hotel : Reef View , Hamilton Island , 3 nights . B DW

4 Great Barrier Reef

Explore the Whitsundays , your tropical gateway to the iconic Great Barrier Reef . Sail across the blue waters of the marine park , swim and snorkel off the floating pontoon , before enjoying a buffet lunch in paradise . Consider an optional experience scenic flight to view the Great Barrier Reef from above . B L

5 Hamilton Island Free Time

Spend the day in complete relaxation or continue exploring the natural beauty of the island . Lace up your hiking boots and head up Passage Peak for flagship views across the archipelago . Don your swimmers for a dip in the warm waters off Catseye Beach or go in search of Coral Cove , one of the island ’ s most secluded stretches of beach . We highly recommend booking an optional experience catamaran cruise to Whitehaven , the most beautiful beach in all the Whitsundays . B

6 Hamilton Island – Sydney

Sneak in one last swim and soak up the views , soon you ’ ll board your flight to Sydney . This evening , catch the sunset from Sydney ’ s Darling Harbour , watching the city light up around you as you dine at a waterside restaurant . Hotel : Hyatt Regency , Darling Harbour View Room , 3 nights . B DW

7 Sydney

Walk up the steps and under the sails of the iconic Sydney Opera House on a Behind the Scenes tour with a local guide . Then , for a change of scene , you ’ ll head to Bondi Beach where you ’ re free to wander along the promenade . Later join us at Our Big Kitchen , a community organisation that encourages individuals to help provide meals for those in need . B

8 Sydney Free Time

Get your final fix of Sydney . Perhaps get your adrenaline racing with a thrilling walk up ( and over ) Sydney Harbour Bridge . This evening , join your Travel Director for dinner on a Sydney Harbour cruise . B DW

9 Sydney – Queenstown

It ’ s time to say Hoo Roo Australia and Kia Ora New Zealand as you fly to Queenstown . On arrival , delve into the gold-mining village of Arrowtown . Tonight , join your fellow travelers for dinner at the Boatshed , set in the historic New Zealand Railways Shipping Office built in 1936 . Hotel : Millennium , 3 nights . B DW

10 Queenstown

Get a feel for real country life over a Be My Guest experience with your host , Southern Girl Laura , who was born and raised on a sheep farm in the deep south of New Zealand . Laura is sure you ’ ll leave feeling more like a local than a visitor . B

11 Queenstown Free Time

On this free day , consider an optional experience cruise on Milford Sound . B

12 Queenstown – Auckland

The City of Sails is beckoning you as you fly to Auckland . The evening is free , so why not dine in the ‘ heart of the city ’, Federal Street , a hotspot for food lovers right on your doorstep . Hotel : The Grand by SkyCity . B

13 Auckland – Rotorua

Join a local guide in a starry wonderland - a cavernous galaxy of twinkling bright green and blue glowworms that light up the Ruakuri Cave at Waitomo . This evening , join your hosts at the Mitai Māori Village for an authentic introduction to Māori culture . Experience a cultural performance and delicious Hangi feast . Hotel : Millennium , 2 nights . B DW

14 Auckland – Rotorua

Visit Rainbow Springs Nature Park for a guided tour of the National Kiwi Hatchery Aotearoa , the national leader in kiwi husbandry . Continue to the Living Māori Village Whakarewarewa and gain insights into the lives of the Māori people and the special bond they share with this ancient land . Later join your Travel Director for a Farewell Dinner at Terrace Kitchen on the Lakefront . B FD

15 Farewell from Auckland

Bid farewell to your epic Antipodean adventure as you are transferred from Rotorua to Auckland Airport for your onward flight . B

From $ 5195

DEPARTURES

2021 2022

Start End

Hamilton Island

Rainbow Springs Nature Park

per person twin share land only

Start End

A limited number of single rooms are available at a supplement . Ask your travel agent at time of booking if available .

Visit our website or call your Travel Agent for current pricing and available departure dates .

SMART WAYS TO SAVE Early bird savings Save up to 10 % pp

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Kings Club Young traveler discount Triple share

DINING

14 Full buffet breakfasts B 1 Lunch L 1 Be My Guest dinner BG

Frequent Traveler 5 % off 5-15 years up to 10 % off 5 % off pp

5 Dinners with wine DW 1 Farewell Dinner FD

FLIGHT INFORMATION

Day 1 – flights to arrive prior to 2.00pm into Brisbane Airport Day 15 – flights to depart after 2.00pm from Auckland Airport

Flights are not included in the vacation price

Internal-vacation flights : Land Only price requires the following internal-vacation flights to be purchased separately in order to fulfil the vacation itinerary :

Day 3 – Brisbane to Hamilton Island Day 6 – Hamilton Island to Sydney Day 9 – Sydney to Queenstown Day 12 – Queenstown to Auckland