Australia & New Zealand Itinerary
Australia is a country and continent surrounded by the Indian and Pacific oceans. Its major cities – Sydney Brisbane Melbourne Perth Adelaide.
New Zealand is a country in the southwestern Pacific Ocean consisting of 2 main islands both marked by volcanoes and glaciation.
Arrive Brisbane. Transfer to hotel at Gold Coast. Overnight at hotel.
Breakfast at hotel. Transfer to Seaworld - Enjoy a visit to one of the Gold Coast's prime attractions offering something for everyone with a mixture of rides, shows and animal exhibits. For the thrill seeker there are a variety of rides available including the Corkscrew rollercoaster, the Bermuda Triangle, Vikings Revenge, Jet rescue coaster and the Seaworld Waterpark with a range of waterslides. Visitors to Seaworld can also enjoy close up encounters with such marine animals such as polar bears, dolphins, seals, rays and even sharks. At the Shark Bay exhibit, the world's largest man-made lagoon system for sharks, is a highlight and offers visitors the unsurpassed viewing and interaction with these awe inspiring animals. The theme park also offers its guests a number of spectacular shows such as the Dolphin show, "Pirates unleashed" featuring impressive acts of physical endurance,acrobatics, precision cutlas play and the famous seal show.
Breakfast at hotel. As the only Australian movie related theme park, you will experience a fun-filled, Gold Coast theme park family adventure with all the glitz and glamour of Hollywood on your visit to Warner Bros. Movie World. Meet your favourite stars and enjoy all the behind-the-scenes action, comedy stunts and exhilarating rides, shows and attractions! Only at Warner Bros. Movie World can you share a cuddle with your favourite Looney Tunes characters such as Bugs Bunny or Daffy Duck, shake hands with superheroes such as Batman or Catwoman or have a boogie with Austin Powers and his shagadelic babes! Warner Bros. Movie World provides its guests with the ultimate in movie magic with an array of rides, attractions and experiences guaranteed to amaze, enchant and excite people of all ages.
Breakfast at hotel. Transfer to the airport for the flight to Cairns. Arrive Cairns and transfer to hotel. Overnight at hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel. Cruise to Green Island in comfort aboard a modern air-conditioned catamaran. Tropical and enchanting Green Island is an idyllic coral cay on Australia's Great Barrier Reef where you spend time viewing the coral reef and fish life, relaxing on the white sandy beach and exploring the walking tracks that lead through the National Park. A range of optional extras is available such as scuba diving, helmet diving, boat snorkel tours, or the hire of canoes and beach lounge chairs.
Breakfast at hotel. Day at leisure. Overnight at hotel.
Breakfast at hotel. Transfer to the airport for the fight to Sydney. Arrive Sydney and transfer to hotel. Overnight at hotel.
Breakfast at hotel. An AAT Kings coach will pick you up from your hotel to commence a morning Magical Manly and Beyond tour. Travel to Manly Beach for a stroll along The Corso to see the beach that has made Manly famous. Along the way to Manly view Darling Harbour and then cross the Sydney Harbour Bridge stopping at Milsons Point for spectacular views of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge. Stop at a lookout for panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean. Enjoy time at Manly beach before heading back to Sydney via the exclusive and trendy suburbs of Neutral Bay and Mosman. Tour concludes at approximately 11.45am at Circular Quay. (An earlier drop off at King Street Wharf may also be possible - please check with your driver on the day). Departure Time: 8:15am. Duration: 3.5 hours
Breakfast at hotel. An AAT Kings coach will pick you up from your hotel to commence a full day tour to the Blue Mountains. Enjoy a stop at Echo Point and see the famous three Sisters rock formation, with the opportunity to visit the Waradah Aboriginal Centre to hear the ancient Aboriginal legends of this impressive formation (own expense). Arrive at Scenic World and join the optional Blue Mountains rides - Scenic Railway, Cableway or Skyway(own expense). These rides are a great way to see the steep valleys, canyons and Three Sisters rock formation. Arrive at Leura village for lunch (own expense) then enjoy some free time to wander the streets of Leura, with its delightful blend of groomed gardens and quaint shops. Next enjoy an afternoon encounter at Featherdale Wildlife Park and have your photo taken with a cuddly koala, see kangaroos, wombats, dingoes and little fairy penguins. Travel back to Sydney. Tour concludes at approximately 5.45pm, at which time hotel drop offs will commence.
Breakfast at hotel. Transfer to the airport for the flight to Auckland. Arrive Auckland and transfer to hotel. Overnight at hotel.
Breakfast at hotel. This morning travel south over the Bombay Hills and through the lush Waikato pasturelands. At Waitomo, tour the subterranean caves by boat, see a grotto illuminated by countless tiny glowworms suspended from the cave's ceiling. Travel across the Waikato River and the Mamaku Hills to the famous geothermal centre of Rotorua.
Breakfast at hotel. A half day Rotorua sightseeing tour includes the following attractions and activities: a guided tour through Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve to see roaring geysers and boiling mud pools, Paradise Valley Springs where you will see New Zealand native bird and animal wildlife, plus crystal clear pools teeming with trout, and the Agrodome Leisure Park famous for its entertaining sheep show. (Self-drive passengers's entrance vouchers for included sights are provided)
Breakfast at hotel. Transfer to the airport for the flight to Christchurch. Arrive Christchurch and transfer to hotel. Overnight at hotel.
Breakfast at hotel. Travel across the Canterbury Plains to reach Mount Cook around lunchtime. A rare opportunity here to take an optional scenic flight for an overview of Mount Cook's ice falls, snow fields and glaciers. Your journey continues over the Lindis Pass and through the Kawarau Gorge to Queenstown.Departure time: 7:30 A.M Duration: 11 hrs
Breakfast at hotel. A Real Journeys vehicle will pick you up from your Queenstown hotel for
your transfer to the Real Journeys Visitor Centre, Steamer Wharf, Queenstown, the departure
point of your tour. At 6.55am (7.15am 1 November - 30 April) join your coach to commence
a full day Milford Sound Day Excursion. Depart Queenstown and travel along the shores of
Lake Wakatipu through rolling countryside to Te Anau. Continue along the spectacular
Milford Road through impressive alpine scenery. Upon arrival at Milford Sound board the
Real Journeys vessel for a leisurely nature cruise the full length of the fiord out to the Tasman
Sea. View spectacular alpine scenery including waterfalls, rainforest and towering peaks and
keep a look out for wildlife including seals, dolphins and penguins. Following the cruise,
clients are returned to Queenstown by luxury coach. Tour concludes at approximately 7.45pm
(8.00pm 1 November - 30 April), at which time hotel drop offs will commence.
Breakfast at hotel. Day at leisure. Overnight at hotel.
Breakfast at hotel. A memorable trip through some of the most magnificent scenery in New
Zealand. Travel via Lake Wanaka and Lake Hawea and over the Haast Pass to the beech
forests of Mt Aspiring National Park.
Breakfast at hotel. Day at leisure. Overnight at hotel.
Breakfast at hotel. This travel northwards following along the coast to Greymouth. Board the
scenic Tranz Alpine Express train, a journey famous for its spectacular mountain scenery as it
traverses the Southern Alps to Christchurch. You will be transferred to your hotel upon
arrival in Christchurch. (Self-drive passengers return their rental car directly to the Train
Station depot in Greymouth)
