Trafalgar > Great Australian and New Zealand Adventure

Great Australian and New Zealand Adventure
25 Days starting from $6,335

Countries Visited:
Australia, New Zealand

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Length: 25 Days
Type: South Pacific 2008
Category: Discovery Tours
Operator: Trafalgar
Tour Code: QGAZB-2008
   
 
 
About This Tour


Cities Visited:
Auckland, Rotorua, Christchurch, Franz Josef, Queenstown, Melbourne, Ayers Rock, Alice Springs, Darwin, Kakadu, Great Barrier Reef, Sydney

 
  • What's Included
  • Itinerary
  • Dates & Prices
  • Sightseeing
  • Details
  • SPECIALS

Sightseeing Highlights
  • Auckland Sightseeing including Kelly Tarlton''s Underwater World & Antarctic Encounter.
  • Waitomo Guided boat tour of the Glow Worm Grotto.
  • Rotorua Sightseeing including geysers, Paradise Valley Springs, Agrodome and Maori Hangi dinner and concert.
  • TranzAlpine Journey through the spectacular Southern Alps.
  • Franz Josef See the magnificent glacier.
  • Milford Sound Cruise on this spectacular natural wonder.
  • Melbourne Sightseeing tour including the Royal Botanic Gardens, Queen Victoria Market and much more.
  • Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) Watch sunset and a barbecue dinner.
  • Uluru (Ayers Rock) See sunrise over Uluru and tour the base.
  • Alice Springs Visit the unique Alice Springs Desert Park.
  • Darwin Orientation tour.
  • Kakadu Visit Nourlangie Rock and enjoy a wildlife cruise on Yellow Water Billabong. Join the Jumping Crocodile Cruise plus visit the Bowali Centre.
  • Great Barrier Reef Full day Great Barrier Reef cruise including lunch.
  • Sydney Sightseeing including Harbour Bridge and Opera House and Darling Harbour. Plus a luncheon cruise on Sydney Harbour.

Dining Highlights
  • A welcome drink with your Tour Director in Auckland.
  • 21 Buffet Breakfasts
  • 2 breakfasts in flight Christchurch to Melbourne and Darwin to Cairns
  • 1 lunch while cruising Milford Sound
  • 1 tropical buffet lunch on the Great Barrier Reef
  • 1 lunch while cruising Sydney Harbour
  • 2 three-course dinners in hotels
  • 1 traditional Maori Hangi dinner
  • 1 barbecue dinner under the stars
30 included 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.
  • Chauffeur driven on Trafalgar''s luxury air-conditioned motorcoaches with reclining seats in New Zealand.
  • A qualified local driver in Melbourne, Ayers Rock, Alice Springs, Darwin, Kakadu, Cairns and Sydney.
  • Christchurch to Arthur''s Pass on board the TranzAlpine Train.
  • Great Adventures Catamaran to the Great Barrier Reef.
  • Airport transfers will be provided on Day 3 in Auckland and Day 25 in Sydney, 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 with private facilities.
  • All hotel service charges, tips and local taxes are included.
  • A stylish travel bag and wallet containing tour documents and helpful information.
  • Day 1 & 2 - Depart USA We fly over the international date line on our way to Auckland, New Zealand.



  • Day 3 - Arrive Auckland (2 nights) On arrival in Auckland, you are transferred to your hotel, with a guaranteed early check-in. This evening, enjoy a welcome drink and dinner with our Tour Director and traveling companions. (Dinner)

    Hotel: Stamford Plaza


  • Day 4 - Auckland sightseeing & at leisure A morning visit to Kelly Tarlton''s Underwater World and Antarctic Encounter is followed by a sightseeing tour of Auckland including views from the top of Mount Eden and the War Memorial. Later, enjoy some free time. (Buffet Breakfast)


  • Day 5 - Auckland - Rotorua We travel into the Waikato region and visit the incredible Waitomo Glow Worm Grotto on a guided boat tour. Our journey continues on to Rotorua where we will visit Te Puia Thermal Reserve. This evening we enjoy a traditional Maori Hangi and Concert. (Buffet Breakfast / Highlight Dinner)

    Hotel: Millennium Hotel


  • Day 6 - Rotorua - Christchurch We visit beautiful Paradise Valley Springs and the Agrodome''s entertaining Sheep Show. In the afternoon we take our flight to Christchurch on the South Island (flights to depart after 12 noon). (Buffet Breakfast)

    Hotel: Millennium Hotel


  • Day 7 - TranzAlpine - Franz Josef Today we board the TranzAlpine train on our journey to Arthur''s Pass. Continue to Franz Josef where you will have the opportunity to enjoy an optional scenic flight (weather permitting). (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)

    Hotel: Franz Josef Glacier Hotel


  • Day 8 - Franz Josef - Queenstown (2nights) We climb over the Haast Pass, winding through Mount Aspiring National Park, passing Lakes Wanaka and Hawea and through Kawarau Gorge. Then we visit Arrowtown, before reaching Queenstown. (Buffet Breakfast)

    Hotel: Millennium Hotel


  • Day 9 - Milford Sound We drive through the Homer Tunnel stopping at the Chasm, before arriving at Milford Sound. Enjoy a spectacular cruise including lunch with Mitre Peak and Bowen Falls high above. Later, we return to Queenstown. (Buffet Breakfast / Highlight Lunch)


  • Day 10 - Mount Cook - Christchurch We pass Mount Cook National Park. Next we visit Lake Tekapo, stopping at the Church of the Good Shepherd. Then we drive over the Canterbury Plains to Christchurch and enjoy a tour of the city. (Buffet Breakfast)

    Hotel: Millennium Hotel


  • Day 11 - Christchurch - Melbourne (2 nights) This morning we board our flight to Melbourne, Australia. On arrival we are transferred to our hotel. (Breakfast)

    Hotel: Saville on Russell


  • Day 12 - Melbourne sightseeing & at leisure Today''s morning sightseeing tour features the beautiful Botanic Gardens. We''ll also see the Queen Victoria Market, the Shrine of Remembrance, Parliament House and more. Then time for shopping or perhaps take a relaxing walk. (Buffet Breakfast)


  • Day 13 - Melbourne - Ayers Rock This morning we will board our flight to Ayers Rock where we visit Kata Tjuta (the Olgas). Later, after sparkling wine at sunset we will enjoy a barbecue dinner. Time for stargazing too! (Buffet Breakfast / Highlight Dinner)

    Hotel: Desert Gardens Hotel


  • Day 14 - Ayers Rock - Alice Springs (2 nights) We watch sunrise at Uluru (Ayers Rock) plus there is an opportunity for those who wish to climb to the summit. Later, we make our way to the unique town of Alice Springs. (Buffet Breakfast)

    Hotel: Alice Springs Resort


  • Day 15 - Alice Springs at leisure A day at leisure. Perhaps join a Palm Valley Safari or an Aboriginal cultural tour. Tonight, why not dine in one of the Alice’s fine restaurants? (Buffet Breakfast)


  • Day 16 - Alice Springs - Darwin This morning we visit the Alice Springs Desert Park. Then, we take our midday flight to Darwin. The rest of the day is free. (Buffet Breakfast)

    Hotel: Saville Park Suites


  • Day 17 - Kakadu National Park We travel deep into Kakadu National Park stopping at Nourlangie Rock to view its Aboriginal rock art. Next we join a Yellow Water Billabong cruise with our local expert guide followed by a visit to the Warradjan Aboriginal Cultural Centre. (Buffet Breakfast)

    Hotel: Gagudju Crocodile Holiday Inn


  • Day 18 - Darwin – Cairns (3 nights) We fly to Cairns. This afternoon you’ll encounter unique Australian animals at the Cairns Wildlife Dome. (Breakfast)

    Hotel: Cairns International


  • Day 19 - Cairns – Great Barrier Reef Cruise This morning we join the Great Adventures catamaran and cruise to the Great Barrier Reef. There is the opportunity to go snorkelling and view this natural wonder up close. Enjoy a delicious tropical buffet lunch before returning to Cairns. (Buffet Breakfast) (Highlight Lunch)


  • Day 20 - Cairns at Leisure A full day at leisure. You may wish to take an excursion on the Skyrail Cableway to Kuranda or a trip to the rainforest of Cape Tribulation. (Buffet Breakfast)


  • Day 21 - Cairns – Sydney (4 nights) We fly from Cairns to Sydney for four fabulous nights. (Buffet Breakfast)


    Hotel: Four Points by Sheraton, Darling Harbour


  • Day 22 - Sydney sightseeing & at Leisure Sightseeing today includes the Harbour Bridge and a guided tour of the Sydney Opera House. We enjoy a luncheon cruise on Sydney Harbour. Later you’ll have the chance to learn about Australia’s national gemstone – the Opal.

    (Buffet Breakfast) (Highlight Lunch)


  • Days 23 & 24 - Sydney at Leisure Enjoy two full days at leisure in this exciting city. Maybe join an excursion to the Blue Mountains or perhaps take a tour to Canberra. (Buffet Breakfast, Buffet Breakfast)


  • Day 25 Sydney – USA After breakfast, we transfer you to the airport for your return flight home. (Buffet Breakfast)



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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.
** Land+Air price includes economy airfares Los Angeles/Auckland/Rotorua/ Christchurch/Melbourne/Ayers Rock/AliceSprings/Darwin/Cairns/Sydney/Los Angeles. Land Only price does not include flights.
*** 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: Rotorua–Christchurch, Christchurch–Melbourne, Melbourne–Ayers Rock, Alice Springs–Darwin, Darwin–Cairns, Cairns–Sydney.
***** Land+Air Prices after May 1, 2008 are subject to confirmation at time of booking
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.
  • Auckland
  • Waitomo
  • Rotorua
  • TranzAlpine
  • Franz Josef
  • Milford Sound
  • Melbourne
  • Kata Tjuta (the Olgas)
  • Uluru (Ayers Rock)
  • Alice Springs
  • Darwin
  • Kakadu
  • Great Barrier Reef
  • Sydney
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.
** Land+Air price includes economy airfares Los Angeles/Auckland/Rotorua/ Christchurch/Melbourne/Ayers Rock/AliceSprings/Darwin/Cairns/Sydney/Los Angeles. Land Only price does not include flights.
*** 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: Rotorua–Christchurch, Christchurch–Melbourne, Melbourne–Ayers Rock, Alice Springs–Darwin, Darwin–Cairns, Cairns–Sydney.
***** Land+Air Prices after May 1, 2008 are subject to confirmation at time of booking
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.

CURRENT SPECIALS:

Take advantage of Trafalgar's great savings and discounts

Take advantage of Trafalgar's great savings and discounts.

EARLY PAYMENT DISCOUNT - Save up to 10%

Many Trafalgar tours sell out months before the departure date, so book NOW to avoid disappointment.The earlier you pay, the more you save! If you book and pay in full you'll save up to 10% off the Land-only portion of your trip. Below is our Early Payment Saving options - pay between:

4-6 months SAVE 2.5%

7-9 months SAVE 5%

10-12 months SAVE 7.5%

1 year or more SAVE 10%

All tours must be booked and paid for in full for this discount to apply. This discount does not apply to our Free & Easy Series, Greek Cruises, Egypt, European Express tour and extra night accommodation.*When booking our Basel to Amsterdam River Cruise please check our River Cruise brochure for the savings and discounts exclusions. Conditions apply.

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SAVE ON YOUR 2nd TOUR - Save 5%

Book two Trafalgar holidays, each 8 days or longer for a reduction of 5% off the land portion of the tour with the shortest duration. Take three tours and save on two! Ask your travel professional for suggestions on your perfect tour combination.

IMPORTANT: Tours are combinable with second and subsequent additional tours. Tours must be booked at the same time. Discount is per person only and does NOT apply to our Free & Easy Series, Cruises, Egypt and extra night accommodation or any combination of a tour plus a cruise or rail journey as shown in brochures. Please see our Trafalgar brochures for their saving or discount exclusions. Conditions apply.

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TRAVEL WITH FRIENDS - Save 5%

A party of five or more friends - Travel with 5 to 8 friends or family members on the same tour and everyone will receive a discount of 5% off the Land portion of the tour.

A party of 9 or more friends - Further significant savings are available for larger groups of friends and families traveling together. Ask your Travel Agent for full details.

IMPORTANT: Space is limited to one group per motorcoach, so book early! These discounts cannot be combined with any other rooming, Young Traveler or Triple Room Discounts. Names of all passengers traveling must be advised to Trafalgar at the time of booking in order to qualify. These discounts do not apply to extra night accommodation, are not combinable with our Frequent Traveler offer and are not available on Winter tours, Free & Easy Series, Cruises, Egypt, Turkey, Israel and Greece tours. Conditions apply.

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YOUNG TRAVELER AGES - SAVE 10%

Share your holiday memories with your family and take advantage of a discount on the Land-only portion of your tour. Young Travelers must be under the age of 18 years old on the tour departure date, and MUST be accompanied by and adult (limit of one young traveler per room).

On all escorted tours, children under 5 years old are NOT accepted. The Young Traveler must be the specified age at the time of travel to be eligible for this discount. This discount cannot be combined with our TRAVEL WITH FRIENDS DISCOUNTS, and is limited to one young traveler discount per room. It also does not apply to our Free & Easy Series, Cruises, Egypt, Turkey or Israel tours, extra night accommodation or London and gateway accommodation. Conditions apply.

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SINGLE TRAVELER room share and save

One of the great benefits of Escorted Travel is the ease of traveling solo, and with Trafalgar we make it simple by offering the following options:

Guaranteed Room Share

When traveling alone, we understand that some clients do not want to incur the expense of an additional single room supplement. With this in mind, on the majority of our itineraries, Trafalgar offers you the opportunity to purchase these tours on a 'room sharing' basis. We will accommodate you with a fellow passenger of the same sex on a 'twin room' basis (non-smoking rooms only). Please note that regrettably, we cannot guarantee that room mates will be of a similar age group. Even so, it is an enjoyable way to travel and get to make new friends and a positive way to stretch your vacation budget further. If we fail to match you we will provide a single room at no extra cost.

This service does not apply to our Free & Easy Series, Cruises, European Express tour, Egypt, Turkey, Israel and extra night accommodation. Conditions apply.

Single Supplement Value

If you prefer the privacy of your own room, you'll appreciate our low single room supplement.

TRIPLE ROOM DISCOUNT

Travel with three people, sharing one room and each of you will receive a discount off the land-only portion of your tour price. Each itinerary page will list the price reduction, see the tour of your choice.

Triple room discounts are based on sharing a twin-bedded room with an extra bed which may be a rollaway. This discount is applicable to itineraries featuring the Triple Room Reduction offer only.


   
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