HIGHLIGHTS OF
THE SOUTH PACIFIC TOUR SERIES
AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND
Highlights of the Sth Pacific - Booking Code HOSP- AGT
Guaranteed departure - if only 2 pax travel with no price increase and no change to itinerary visiting
SYDNEY - AYERS ROCK - ALICE SPRINGS - CAIRNS - CHRISTCHURCH - QUEENSTOWN - ROTORUA - AUCKLAND
DAY 1 , DAY 2 , DAY 3 , DAY 4 , DAY 5 , DAY 6 , DAY 7 , DAY 8 , DAY 9 , DAY 10 , DAY 11 , DAY 12, DAY 13 , DAY 14, DAY 15 , DAY 16 , DAY 17 , DAY 18 , DAY 19 and ACCOMMODATION & COST
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Welcome
to Sydney Australia. Upon arrival in Sydney you will be met and
assisted with transfer to your hotel.
--=={ TOP }==-- DAY 4 SYDNEY CITY SIGHTS - OPERA HOUSE - LUNCHEON HARBOUR CRUISE
--=={ TOP }==-- DAY 5 FULL DAY WILDLIFE PARK AND BLUE MOUNTAINS TOUR (B, L) This morning board your coach to travel west of Sydney to follow the trail of Australia's early explorers as we climb the Blue Mountains. Visit Sydney’s leading Koala Wildlife Sanctuary where you will have the opportunity to see our famous Koala and many other unique Australian animals. After an early lunch continue on to the Blue Mountains which are aptly named by the distinctive blue haze, caused by light striking droplets of eucalyptus oil evaporating from the gum trees. The Blue Mountains National Park covers an area of 247,021 hectares, abundant in rare wildlife, flora and fauna. Discover the "Grand Canyon" of giant rock formations, geological history, deep tree studded valleys and cascading waterfalls. View the world famous rock formation "The Three Sisters" and panoramic views of the Jamieson Valley, Mount Solitary and the Ruined Castle..
--=={ TOP }==-- DAY 6 SYDNEY TO AYERS ROCK (air) - OLGAS AND AYERS ROCK SUNSET TOUR
--=={ TOP }==-- DAY 7 AYERS ROCK SUNRISE TOUR - AYERS ROCK TO ALICE SPRINGS (coach) (B) Rise early this morning to watch the beautiful desert sunrise over Ayers Rock. You will then have the opportunity to see some of the many Aboriginal sacred caves, which hold a special significance for the local Aboriginal people. Re-board your coach for your journey through this unique central Australian countryside to Alice Springs (approx 5 hours).
--=={ TOP }==-- DAY 8 ABORIGINAL DREAMTIME AND BUSHTUCKER TOUR - ALICE SPRINGS TO CAIRNS (air)
Upon arrival in Cairns transfer to your hotel.
--=={ TOP }==-- DAY 9 FULL DAY OUTER BARRIER
REEF
--=={ TOP }==-- DAY 10 KURANDA SCENIC RAIL - SKYRAIL - TJAPUKAI ABORIGINAL CULTURAL PARK
--=={ TOP }==-- DAY 11 FULL DAY DAINTREE RAINFOREST TOUR (B, PL) Your day begins driving alongside the Marlin Coast's idyllic deserted beaches, imposing coastal ranges and lush fields of sugarcane to the infamous Daintree River. Cross the river by cable ferry and travel on into the primeval jungle of the Daintree rainforest to Cape Tribulation. Take a walk beside a jungle creek and marvel at nature’s adaptability as the vegetation changes from freshwater rainforest to saltwater mangroves. Observe the intriguing plants and animals of these two special and complex ecosystems. Feel the magic of the oldest rainforest on planet earth. After lunch board a river boat to cruise on mangrove lined jungle creeks. An excellent chance to see and photograph crocodiles in the wild. Later this afternoon visit Mossman Gorge where you will have the opportunity for a refreshing swim (weather permitting) before returning to Cairns.
--=={ TOP }==-- DAY 12 CAIRNS TO CHRISTCHURCH NEW ZEALAND (air) (B) This morning, transfer
to the airport for your flight to New Zealand. Upon arrival in
Christchurch you will be met and assisted with transfer to your
hotel. Sightseeing tour of the “Garden City” of Christchurch includes
the CBD, the Gothic style Cathedral, the Canterbury Arts Centre,
the Museum, Botanic Gardens and the lovely gardens at Mona Vale
estate where there is also the opportunity to go punting on the
River Avon.
--=={ TOP }==-- DAY 13 CHRISTCHURCH TO QUEENSTOWN (B) Full day tour by coach (487
kms) travelling across the Canterbury Plains which are a major sheep
and crop farming area to Fairlie. Travel through Burkes Pass to
Lake Tekapo. See the quaint Church of the Good Shepherd alongside
Lake Tekapo. Drive around glacially formed Lakes Pukaki and Tekapo.
On a day Mt. Cook (12,349ft), New Zealand’s highest mountain can
be seen at the head of Lake Pukaki. The scenery is magnificent.
Opportunities for scenic flights over the Alps from Tekapo (own
cost). Cross the MacKenzie Basin and continue on through Lindis
Pass and Central Otago to Queenstown.
--=={ TOP }==-- (B) Breakfast at the hotel. Morning sightseeing includes the Skyline Gondola to Bob’s Peak from where there are panoramic views over Lake Wakatipu and surrounding mountains, the Shotover River where there is the opportunity for jetboating (own cost), historic Arrowtown, lovely Lake Hayes, and the Gibbston Valley Winery to sample some of the excellent local wines. Afternoon free for your own choice of activities. Suggest a lake cruise on the vintage lake steamer TSS Earnslaw with Walter Peak Farm Show (not included).
--=={ TOP }==-- (B, L) Breakfast at the
hotel. Full day tour by coach travelling around Lake Wakatipu and
through Te Anau and Fiordland National Park. The scenery is stunning
with high mountains and deep valleys carved out by ice age glaciers.
There are clear rushing streams and leaping waterfalls set amid
magnificent rainforest. At Milford cruise down the fiord past Mitre
Peak to the open sea. Seals and dolphins are often seen. Buffet
lunch served aboard. Afterwards return to Queenstown travelling
via the Cleddeau Gorge, Homer Tunnel and the lovely Eglinton Valley.
--=={ TOP }==-- (B, D) Transfer to the airport. Queenstown / Rotorua by air (your arrangement). Met on arrival and transferred to hotel. The remainder of the day is free at leisure. Evening hangi dinner and concert of Maori song and dance at the hotel.
--=={ TOP }==-- (B) Breakfast at the hotel. Morning sightseeing includes a guided tour of Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve and the Maori Arts and Crafts Institute where young Maori are being taught traditional carving and weaving skills, Rainbow Springs to see the trout and rare kiwi birds, the Government Gardens and the popular Agrodome sheep show. The afternoon is free for your own activities such as bathing in the thermal pools, golfing, trout fishing, more sightseeing or shopping.
--=={ TOP }==-- DAY 18 ROTORUA TO WAITOMO TO AUCKLAND (B, L) Full day tour by coach travelling across picturesque farming country and over the bush clad Mamaku Ranges to Waitomo. At Waitomo enjoy a guided tour of the famous limestone caves including the Glowworm Cave. Farm lunch at Waitomo and in the afternoon drive on to Auckland travelling through the rose town of Te Awamutu and Hamilton City. Cross the Bombay Hills into Auckland.
--=={ TOP }==-- (B) Morning sightseeing tour includes the views from Mt. Eden, the Domain, excellent Maori and Pacific Islands Court at the Museum, Parnell Village, the Rose Gardens, Waterfront Drive and Kelly Tarlton’s Underwater World and Antarctic Encounter. Tour will conclude at the airport for your departure flight. --=={ TOP }==-- END OF SERVICES OPTIONAL FIJI EXTENSION AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST Guaranteed departure - if only 2 pax travel with no price increase and no change to itinerary
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(B)
This morning transfer to the airport for your flight to Ayers Rock.
Upon arrival in Ayers Rock transfer to your hotel.
(B)
Today join your specialist guide and Aboriginal people of the Walpiti
tribe who will take you on a journey into the lifestyle and beliefs
of traditional Aboriginal people as they have lived for thousands
of years. Learn how to throw a boomerang and spear, and of their
traditional hunting techniques and bush survival skills. Try some
bush food including the infamous Witchetty Grub. Your tour will
conclude at the airport in time for your flight to Cairns. 
(B)
This morning transfer to Freshwater Station, to board the scenic
Kuranda Rail and journey through breathtaking scenery before arriving
at picturesque Kuranda Station. Free time to enjoy this unique
mountain village, which is populated by alternative lifestylers.
(Market days are Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday). This
afternoon board Skyrail, an enclosed cable car which takes you skimming
across the rainforest canopy taking in breathtaking views of the
Coral Sea and Green Island, to Caravonica Lakes at the base of the
range. Visit the Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park and enter a
magical, mystical world. For the first time an entire park has
been dedicated to preserving and presenting authentic Aboriginal
Culture with the aid of modern technology. Enjoy 3 theatres, a
museum, an art gallery and a traditional Aboriginal camp which is
combined to give you a complete and meaningful glimpse of the Tjapukai
Aboriginal people's rich and ancient culture. Return to your hotel
late afternoon. --=={ TOP }==--
A U S S I E T R A V E L R E S E R V A T I O N S
PO Box 581, Spring Hill, Qld 4004 Australia
Tel: +61 7 3832 7395 Fax: +61 7 3832 1808
Email: res@aussietravelres.com