Arrive Auckland. Transfer to Hotel. PM city tour and Welcome Dinner. Overnight at in Auckland (D).

Auckland, Waitomo Caves, Rotorua. Hangi Feast and Maori Cultural Performance. Overnight in Rotorua (B, D).

Rotorua. Morning sightseeing. Afternoon at leisure. Overnight in Rotorua (B, D)

Fly to Christchurch. Overnight in Christchurchl (B, D).

TranzAlpine to Franz Josef. Overnight at in Franz Josefl (B, D).

Franz Josef to Queenstown. Walter Peak Dinner. Overnight at in Queenstown (B, D)

Milford Sound Cruise. Overnight in Queenstown. (B, L).

Queenstown to Mount Cook. Overnight at Mount Cook (B, D)

Fly to Sydney. Overnight in Sydney. (B).

Sydney Sightseeing. Overnight at hotel (B, L).

Sydney at leisure. Overnight in Sydney (B).

Fly to Cairns. Overnight in Cairns. (B).

Great Barrier Reef Cruise Overnight in Cairns. (B, L).

Skyrail and Kuranda Wildlife. Overnight in Cairns. (B).

Fly to Uluru. Uluru Base tour and Sounds of Silence Dinner. Overnight at Ayers Rock Resort. (B, D).

Kata Tjuta and Alice Springs. Overnight in Alice Springs. (B).

Alice Springs Town Tour. Travel to Melbourne (EK19) or Adeladie (EK22). Overnight at in chosen city. (B).

19 Day Passengers: Melbourne at Leisure (B). 22 Day Passengers: Adelaide at Leisure (B, D).

19 Day Passengers: Depart Melbourne (B). 22 Day Passengers: At lesiure in Adelaide. Overnight in Adelaide (B).

Fly to Melbourne. Afternoon city sightseeing. Overnight in Melbourne. (B).

At leisure in Melbourne. Overnight in Melbourne. (B).

Depart Melbourne (B).

• From
• To
• Adult
• Tour Type
• Duration

• 01 Apr 2010
• 31 Mar 2011
• 4708
• EK22 - Air
• 22 Days

• 01 Apr 2010
• 31 Mar 2011
• 5246
• EK22 - Rail
• 22 Days

• 01 Apr 2010
• 31 Mar 2011
• 4252
• EK19
• 19 Days

Departure Dates: Please call for details of departure dates, most are guaranteed.

Meal Inclusions:
EK22: Breakfast x 21; Lunch x 3; Dinner x 10
EK19: Breakfast x 18; Lunch x 3; Dinner x 10

On arrival in Auckland you will be met and transferred to your hotel. This afternoon enjoy a tour of the City of Sails and tonight get to know your fellow travellers and Tour Director at a special Welcome Dinner.

This morning journey to the Waitomo Caves for a tour of the fascinating limestone caverns and glow-worm grotto, then continue onto Rotorua. This evening you will enjoy a traditional Hangi feast and Maori cultural performance of song and dance.

Today visit Rainbow Springs Nature Park, where hopefully you will see the elusive Kiwi, walk through the native New Zealand bush and come face to face with the Tuatara - New Zealand's living dinosaur! Following this your next stop is at the Agrodome, a fun and interactive experience. Not only can you see the famous Agrodome Sheep Show but you can take part in one of many adrenalin fuelled activities. After all the excitement you'll be taken to Te Puia Thermal Reserve to see the power of geothermal energy first-hand. The rest of the day is at leisure for relaxing or further exploring.

A country homestay option is available tonight.

This morning is free before flying to Christchurch early afternoon (airfare not included); on arrival in Christchurch you will be transferred to your hotel and the rest of your day is at leisure to explore the Garden City.

Board the TranzAlpine for one of the world's best rail journeys through the spectacular Southern Alps, disembark at Greymouth on the West Coast and continue down to Franz Josef taking in the dramatic change in scenery.

Journey over Haast Pass and along the shores of the magnificent lakes Wanaka and Hawea and on into Queenstown. Tonight you have a choice of dining options, but a cruise across Lake Wakatipu on the steamboat TSS Earnslaw to Walter Peak High Country Farm is definitely recommended.

Absorb the majesty of Fiordland National Park on the journey to Milford Sound. On arrival, enjoy a cruise along the sound, passing beneath cliffs, tumbling waterfalls and towering mountains. Return to Queenstown by coach or perhaps take an optional scenic flight back (weather dependant and at own expense).

Enjoy some free time this morning in the activity town of Queenstown before travelling to World Heritage Listed Mount Cook National Park, home to Australasia's highest mountain known to the Maoris as Aoraki.

Travel via Lake Pukaki, Lake Tekapo, Burkes Pass and the Canterbury Plains before arriving in Christchurch in the afternoon for your flight to Sydney (airfare not included). On arrival you will be transferred to your luxurious hotel and then the rest of the day is at leisure to explore the harbour city at your own pace.

After a leisurely breakfast embark on a city tour of Sydney, discover the famous sights such as tranquil Hyde Park and incredible Bondi Beach. Afterwards, join an unforgettable luncheon cruise on Sydney Harbour, viewing the iconic Harbour Bridge and Opera House up close. Later step inside the Sydney Opera House for a guided tour.

Spend today discovering this vibrant city at your own pace, or take an optional sightseeing tour to the magnificent Blue Mountains or the wine region of the Hunter Valley (at own expense).

This morning fly to Cairns where the rest of the day is at leisure to relax and take in the tropical hideaway.

After breakfast board a guided cruise to the World Heritage Listed Great Barrier Reef, specifically Moore Reef. View the colourful coral and diverse marine life through the glass bottom of your boat. While out on the reef you have the option to go for a snorkel and swim, an experience you'll never forget. Afterwards visit the boat's underwater observatory before a tropical lunch of local specialities is served.

This morning enjoy a guided tour of Cairns then ride the scenic Kuranda Skyrail Rainforest Cableway over lush rainforest to Kuranda. On arrival visit a wildlife park, a great opportunity to have your photo taken with a Koala, later travel back to Cairns via the Kuranda Scenic Railway.

Board your flight to Uluru (Ayers Rock) this morning (airfare not included). On arrival, join a tour of Uluru's base, viewing ancient caves and traditional Aboriginal rock art. From here, walk to Mutitjulu waterhole and hear of Aboriginal legends. You'll then continue to the Maruku Arts and Crafts Gallery to see Aboriginal artists at work. Tonight at the Sounds of Silence Dinner, dine on traditional Australian cuisine under the starts then hear an astronomer talk about the outback night sky.

This morning visit the stunning Kata Tjuta (The Olgas) and walk to the majestic Walpa Gorge. Re-board your coach and travel to the outback town of Alice Springs.

Tour Alice Springs this morning, visit the Royal Flying Doctor Service Base and Anzac Hill before continuing on with your holiday.

19 Day passengers will board their flight to Melbourne (airfare not included), an afternoon tour of the sights is included before dinner on the Colonial Tramcar Restaurant.

22 Day passengers will continue onto Adelaide with a choice of flying or going via rail.  If you choose to fly (airfare not included) you'll be transferred to the airport and will overnight in Adelaide.  If you choose rail you'll board The Ghan for an overnight journey to Adelaide in the comfortable Gold Class cabins.

19 Day Passengers:
Today is at leisure in Melbourne, perhaps you'd like to journey to Philip Island to see the unique Penguin Parade (at own expense), when the Fairy Penguins come home to nest on land in the evening.

22 Day Passengers:
Today is at leisure in Adelaide to explore the sights, The Ghan passengers will arrive early afternoon.

19 Day Passengers:
After breakfast you will depart Melbourne for your onward journey.

22 Day Passengers:
Today is at leisure in Adelaide to explore, or take an optional sightseeing tour to the wildlife haven of Kangaroo Island or the famous Barossa Valley (both at own expense).

After breakfast transfer to the airport for your flight to Melbourne (airfare not included) and on arrival take in the highlights of this cosmopolitan city before heading out to the forests, fern gullies and villages of the Dandenong Ranges. Enjoy breathaking views of the city and Port Philip Bay from the Dandenongs Lookout, listen for the native Kookaburras, Rosellas and parrots.

Today is at leisure in Melbourne, perhaps you'd like to journey to Philip Island to see the unique Penguin Parade, when the Fairy Penguins come home to nest on land in the evening; or tour along the famous Great Ocean Road to see the 12 Apostles (both at own expense).

After breakfast depart Melbourne for your onward journey.

Trip Includes
Service of a Tour Director and Driver – Spacious luxury coaches with modern amenities - Airport transfers as per the itinerary - Meal plan as per the itinerary (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch and D=Dinner).
Trip Excludes
All flights (unless stated otherwise) - Laundry - Tips - Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages including mineral water - Visas - Optional activities/extras – Holiday Insurance
Check In & Check Out Times
Normal check in time is 14:00, normal check out time is 12:00; this may vary in high season.
Trip Terms & Conditions
The price shown is per person based on two sharing per tour.
Cost increases in currency exchange, government fees, taxes, surcharges or hotel/lodge tariff between quote date and full and final payment date are payable by the client.
We will always try our best to book hotels as per the itinerary, however, in busy seasons and during local festivals, as well for late bookings, it may be necessary to offer substitutes.
Prices are subject to availability and as such are for guidance only.
Freedom of Choice Touring
Freedom of Choice Touring, Freedom of Choice Dining and Dine Around Dinners are booked by your Tour Director whilst on tour. They are subject to availability, seasonal and operational factors and public holidays or festivals and the like.
Seat Allocation on Coach Tours
To ensure all passengers enjoy window seating, there is a daily seat rotation system during the tour.
Luggage Limits
For Premier Plus, Premier, Affordable and Regional Mini Stay tours, each passenger is entitled to take one piece of luggage. On all coach tours (rather than independent modules) of 3 or more days, a travel bag is issued upon boarding the coach. Maximum weight of all baggage is 20kg (44lbs). For Small Group Experiences and Safaris, touring is in 4-wheel drive or small vehicles with limited luggage capacity and flying (where applicable) is in light aircraft with very strict weight restrictions. Each passenger is requested to limit their luggage to one small/medium soft bag or suitcase weighing no more than 16 kilos (35lbs) if travelling by land and no more than 10kg (22lbs) if travelling by air.
Documentation
It is your responsibility to ensure that you are in possession of all necessary travel and health documents before departure. We regret that we cannot accept liability if you are refused entry onto any transport or into any country due to failure on your part to carry correct documentation. If failure to have all necessary travel and other documents results in fines, surcharges or other financial penalty being imposed on us, you will be responsible for reimbursing us accordingly.
Visa
British Passport holders require a Visa to enter Australia. For further info please contact the Australian High Commission or go to:
http://www.uk.embassy.gov.au/lhlh/Visas_and_Migration.html
Vaccination
Please check with your doctor or health professional on the type of vaccinations you may require to travel to Australia and ensure that you give enough time before departure to undergo any course of vaccination / medication required.