AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND ESCORTED COACH TOUR
HIGHLIGHTS OF AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND
21 NIGHT ESCORTED COACH TOUR
epic adventure across two nations • three UNESCO World Heritage Sites • Indigenous heritage
DAY 1 Fly to Melbourne
DAY 2 Melbourne
On arrival you will be transferred to your hotel . Later , meet your Travel Director and fellow travellers at dinner .
DAY 3 Melbourne
Get your bearings on a city tour that includes a private walk through Melbourne ’ s famous hidden laneways . Along with the eclectic little lanes and arcades discover the city ’ s café society and fascinating street art . The afternoon is yours to explore independently or , consider an optional experience to Phillip Island to see the nightly ritual of the Penguin Parade ( at extra expense ).
DAY 4 Melbourne
The day is yours to explore as you choose . There are endless reasons to linger in Melbourne itself but , if you feel like exploring further afield , sign up to discover the Great Ocean Road , a stretch of coastline that deserves its reputation as one of the most scenic touring routes in the world ( at extra expense ).
DAY 5 Melbourne / Uluru
Fly north to the rusty red landscapes of Ayers Rock Resort , whose backdrop is Uluru , the world ’ s largest rock monolith . This evening you ’ ll be guided to the perfect perch to catch the last light of the day , with a glass of bubbles in hand !
DAY 6 Uluru
There ’ s no better reason to get out of bed before dawn than to catch a magical Uluru sunrise and tour of its base . Later , head to Kata Tjuta where nature humbles you as you walk through the towering domes of this ancient rock formation .
DAY 7 Uluru / Cairns
Another early start gives you the optional chance to glimpse the highly regarded “ Field of Light ” art installation , where 50,000 glowing spindles of light blanket the desert . Clamber to the top of a sand dune to marvel in the morning unfolding over this very special part of the world . Later , an Anangu artist will introduce you to Western Desert art , before you return to the airport and fly to Cairns ( at extra expense ).
DAY 8 Cairns
A day free to laze poolside or wander along the Cairns Esplanade . Optional tours are also available which include cruising with crocs or a scenic railway ride into a World Heritage listed rainforest ( at extra expense ). Tonight , look forward to a mouthwatering dinner on Cairns ’ waterfront .
DAY 9 Cairns
Set out on a catamaran and cruise out to the iconic Great Barrier Reef . Strap on a snorkel or visit an underwater observatory and semi-submersible craft to take in the sights below the waves without getting your hair wet .
DAY 10 Cairns / Sydney
Fly on to Sydney , Australia ’ s largest city . Spend time at leisure in this buzzing metropolis - perhaps stroll along the iconic harbour or maybe while away the day at the beach .
DAY 11 Sydney
A day of innumerable highlights begins as you go behind the scenes at the Sydney Opera House , discovering its architectural and performance secrets . Next , see the city from the water on a Sydney Harbour Highlight Lunch Cruise . Afterwards , the world ’ s most famous beach beckons , with your chance to pad along the sand at Bondi with Sydney ’ s beautiful people .
Great Ocean Road , Melbourne
DAY 12 Sydney
The hardest decision you have to make today is whether to explore more of Sydney or head to the Blue Mountains World Heritage listed wilderness ( at extra expense ). The choice is yours !
DAY 13 Sydney
Another day where you get to choose how to fill your time . Ideas include a stroll through the Royal Botanic Garden offering so many lookouts for sparkling harbour views . Later , the day ends with a highlight dinner at Midden Restaurant at the Sydney Opera House .
DAY 14 Sydney / Auckland
Bid farewell to Australia and fly across the Tasman Sea to New Zealand for the next leg of your adventure .
DAY 15 Auckland
Following a relaxed start , set your sights firmly on Auckland ’ s main love : rugby . The interactive All Blacks Experience explores the game as part of New Zealand culture . Afterwards , get the lay of the land on a city sightseeing tour including Bastion Point and Mission Bay .
DAY 16 Auckland / Rotorua
Travel to the charming village of Hobbiton for a guided tour through the 12-acre set . There ’ s ample time for photo opportunities on the interactive hobbit hole and the Mill . After a stop for lunch ( at extra expense ), continue to Rotorua . This evening , embark upon the Te Po experience at Te Puia , learning about Maori history and culture , feasting on hangi-inspired cuisine and watching a cultural performance .
DAY 17 Rotorua / Queenstown
The day begins at the National Kiwi Hatchery Aotearoa , where you join a Local Specialist for a tour . This MAKE TRAVEL MATTER ® Experience is not only fun but gives a fascinating insight into New Zealand ’ s national bird . Later , travel on to Queenstown , the country ’ s self-proclaimed adventure capital .
Great Barrier Reef
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