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Highlights of Australia and New Zealand

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Australia

Flight:

Not included

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Tour id:

210161

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  • Operator:

    G Adventures

  • Length:

    29 days

  • Group size:

    16 pax

  • Age:

    12 to 90

  • Difficulty:

    Difficulty levels:
    • Relaxing
    • Easy
    • Moderate
    • Serious
    • Heart-pumping

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No one should ever have to choose between adventuring across Australia or New Zealand — so we created this 29-day tour that hits the highlights of both. Featuring guided walks through the Daintree Rainforest, a Doubtful Sound day-cruise in Fiordland National Park, a cultural experience and visit to a Maori village, and heaps of other awesome experiences, this tour is proof you really can have the best of both worlds. Well, countries. But you get what we mean.

Tour program

Day 1

Cairns

Arrive at any time.
There are no activities planned until the evening welcome meeting.

Included Activities:
- Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
Head north to Cape Tribulation. Stop en route to explore Mossman Gorge and take an interpretive walk through the Daintree Rainforest.


Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch

Transport:
- Private Vehicle 03:30 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Indigenous Peoples Interpretive Walk
With a free day, opt for a trip to the Great Barrier Reef or to explore Daintree National Park.


Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Return to Cairns in the afternoon with free time to explore this laid-back city. En route, stop by Port Douglas and opt to have lunch at a local market.


Meals Included:
- Breakfast

Transport:
- Private Vehicle 03:30 Hr(s)
Depart early for a full day of travel to reach Airlie Beach, enjoying scenic views along the way.


Meals Included:
- Breakfast

Transport:
- Private Vehicle 09:00 - 10:00 Hr(s)
Spend the day out on the water boating around the Whitsunday Islands, visiting the Great Barrier Reef. Opt to swim or snorkel, and hike to an island lookout over Whitehaven Beach, known for its stunning white sand. Return to Airlie Beach for the night.


Meals Included:
- Lunch

Included Activities:
- Whitsunday Islands Boating Excursion
- Barrier Reef Visit
Fly to Brisbane and transfer to Byron Bay for two nights in this "hippie" paradise.


Transport:
- Plane 02:30 Hr(s)
- Private Vehicle 02:00 - 02:30 Hr(s)
Spend a free morning exploring Byron or opt to prebook a kayaking tour. In the afternoon, you'll head to the beach for a surf lesson with a trained surf instructor. Enjoy a few hours of instruction before hitting the waves for some practice rides.
Pre-book the "Byron Bay Ocean Kayaking" activity on the checkout page ahead of time to include this optional experience on your tour.

Included Activities:
- Surfing Lesson

Optional Extras to chose from:
- Byron Bay Ocean Kayaking
Spend the morning wandering the town checking out the local shops or having one last coffee on the beach before heading to the coastal township of Port Macquarie, featuring all the beauty of the beach set alongside gorgeous national parks. Enjoy an evening in Port Macquarie.


Transport:
- Private Vehicle 05:00 Hr(s)
Travel from Port Macquarie to the Blue Mountains today. These mountains in Australia are best known for their soaring sandstone ridges. As you drive, pass by charming mountain towns, ancient Aboriginal rock art, lush green valleys, and loads of craggy cliffs. It doesn’t matter if the journey is shrouded in clouds or glowing in the sinking sun, you’ll still spot beauty around every turn.


Meals Included:
- Breakfast

Transport:
- Private Vehicle 06:00 - 07:00 Hr(s)
Travel deeper into the majestic Blue Mountains and experience the natural beauty of this World Heritage Area. Explore the landscape around Leura and Katoomba, view the Three Sisters, take a walk in Jamison Valley, and ride on the Scenic Railway, the steepest railway in the world.


Included Activities:
- Blue Mountains Excursion
- Jamison Valley Walk
- Scenic Railway
This morning, leave the Blue Mountains behind and continue onward to Sydney. Once you arrive head out for an orientation walk before taking advantage of some free time to keep exploring. Opt to rent a bike, stroll the botanical gardens, or visit the iconic Opera House.


Transport:
- Private Vehicle 02:00 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Orientation Walk
Get a feel for the city. Relax seaside at Bondi Beach. Enjoy an optional night out with the group.
Say goodbye to Australia and hop on a flight to Auckland, New Zealand. After transferring from the airport, enjoy some free time to explore this vibrant city.


Transport:
- Plane 03:00 Hr(s)

Additional Notes: Please note that your flight from Australia to New Zealand and first night in Auckland will be unescorted.
Enjoy a free day to explore Auckland. Visit the Maritime Museum, walk the waterfront, or even take the ferry to Waiheke Island.


Optional Extras to chose from:
- Auckland Sailing: America's Cup Experience (Pre Tour)

Additional Notes: If you are interested in visiting the Hobbiton Movie Set while in New Zealand we suggest you pre-book before arriving in New Zealand. G Adventures currently does not offer this as a tour add-on. Hobbiton is accessible as a day trip from Auckland or Rotorua.
Drive to the lakeside town of Rotorua, situated over an active geothermal zone and known for its volcanic features and rich Maori heritage. Stop en route at the Waitomo Glowworm Caves. Take a boat ride through this spectacular underground realm to see thousands of flickering glowworms light up in the dark.


Transport:
- Private Vehicle 07:00 - 08:00 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Waitomo Cave Excursion
Visit Rotorua and opt to check out the geothermal area or go whitewater rafting. In the evening visit a Maori village for traditional ceremonies, a Hangi meal and entertainment.
Rotorua sits over an active volcanic zone with bubbling mud pits and multi-coloured pools in different areas around the town. Opt to visit one of the sites, or go whitewater rafting nearby.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner

Included Activities:
- Mitai Experience

Additional Notes: If you are interested in visiting the Hobbiton Movie Set while in New Zealand we suggest you pre-book before arriving in New Zealand. G Adventures currently does not offer this as a tour add-on. Hobbiton is accessible as a day trip from Auckland or Rotorua.
Take in the ever-changing scenery of the North Island and travel to the capital, Wellington.


Meals Included:
- Breakfast

Transport:
- Private Vehicle 07:00 - 08:00 Hr(s)
Enjoy the atmosphere in this relaxed but lively city. After an orientation walk, enjoy a free day to explore. Opt to visit the Te Papa Museum or take the cable car up to the botanical gardens.


Included Activities:
- Orientation With CEO
Fly to the South Island and travel to the seaside town of Kaikoura, known for its diverse marine life. Stop en route for a wine tasting at a local winery.


Meals Included:
- Dinner

Transport:
- Plane
- Private Vehicle 02:30 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Winery Visit
Enjoy a free morning in Kaikoura. Opt to go on a whale watching tour and search for giant sperm whales. Or head out on a tour to swim in the open ocean in a place often visited by wild dolphins. In the afternoon, travel to Hanmer Springs. Opt to take a soak in the hot springs.


Transport:
- Private Vehicle 03:00 Hr(s)
Take in the stunning scenery while travelling across the Southern Alps to the rugged and remote West Coast, before staying in the rainforest near the world's fastest moving glacier.


Meals Included:
- Breakfast

Transport:
- Private Vehicle 08:00 Hr(s)
Enjoy a free day to explore the area around Franz Josef. Opt to explore the glacier with a heli hike.
There are plenty of optional activities in the area to suit just about any budget and preference. Try heli hiking, scenic helicopter flights, skydiving or lake kayaking.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Continue to Queenstown, the adventure capital of the world. With beautiful scenery and tons of activities, there's something for everyone. Enjoy the great night life.


Transport:
- Private Vehicle 08:00 - 09:00 Hr(s)
With free time here, opt to go bungee jumping (in its birthplace), jet boating (also born here!), skydiving or hiking. Or take it a little slower and travel by gondola to the top of a local peak.
Opt to pre-book the "Queenstown Jet Boating" activity on the checkout page ahead of time, to include this optional on your tour.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast

Optional Extras to chose from:
- Queenstown Jet Boating
Enjoy the stunning scenery of Fiordland National Park and Doubtful Sound on a day cruise. Take in the waterfalls and wildlife, then return to Queenstown for the night.


Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch

Transport:
- Private Vehicle 03:00 Hr(s)
- Private Vehicle 03:00 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise
Travel north through the centre of the South Island to Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park, named after New Zealand's highest peak. Spend the afternoon hiking the region, taking in the alpine scenery. Learn more about mountaineer Sir Edmund Hillary at the Visitor's Centre, before a short but scenic journey to Tekapo Village.


Meals Included:
- Breakfast

Transport:
- Private Vehicle 01:15 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park Visitor Centre
- Aoraki/Mount Cook Visit
Continue on to Christchurch and take in an orientation walk with your CEO. Enjoy one final night together with the group.
Travel to the Garden City of Christchurch, a little piece of England in New Zealand, still recovering from a devastating earthquake.

Transport:
- Private Vehicle 03:00 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Orientation With CEO
Depart at any time.


Meals Included:
- Breakfast

Tour Details

accommodation

Hotels/motels (26nts), Rainforest cabin (2nts).
Private vehicle, plane, boat, walking
Insurance is not included. Travel insurance is required for this tour. Please make sure you are adequately covered.

Cape Tribulation

- Great Barrier Reef Visit  (149AUD per person)

- Daintree National Park Visit  (Free)

- Cape Tribulation Horseback Riding (110AUD per person)

- Daintree Rainforest Night Walk (45AUD per person)


Whitsunday Islands

- Whitsunday Islands Snorkelling  (Free)


Byron Bay

- Whale Watching (89AUD per person)

- Hinterland and Minyon Falls Tour (139AUD per person)

- Byron Bay Ocean Kayaking

- Surfing Lesson


Cape Byron

- Cape Byron Lighthouse Visit (Free)


Port Macquarie

- Koala Hospital Visit (2AUD per person)


Sydney

- Sydney Opera House Visit (37-165AUD per person)

- Jet Boat Ride (85AUD per person)

- Sydney Harbour Bridge Climb

- Sydney Adrenaline Bundle


Coogee Beach

- Coogee Beach to Bondi Beach Coastal Walk


Auckland

- Optional Welcome Meeting for Travellers on Combos


Rotorua

- Hobbiton Tour (112NZD per person)

- Whitewater Rafting (89NZD per person)

- Hot Springs (30-50NZD per person)

- Mountain Biking (35-130NZD per person)

- Zorbing (35-50NZD per person)


Hahei

- Hahei Boat Cruise (85NZD per person)

- Sea Kayaking (115NZD per person)


Wellington

- Te Papa Museum Visit (Free)

- Wellington Cable Car (4-7.50NZD per person)

- Zealandia (9-95NZD per person)

- Weta Workshop Tour (25-65NZD per person)

- Martinborough Wine Tour (199NZD per person)


Kaikoura

- Scenic Flight (135-180NZD per person)

- Hiking (Free)

- Whale Watching (145NZD per person)

- Swimming With Dolphins  (170NZD per person)


Franz Josef

- Helicopter Hike (459-539NZD per person)

- Franz Josef Glacier Valley Walk (79NZD per person)

- Franz Josef Quad Bike (65-160NZD per person)

- Franz Josef Kayaking (99-129NZD per person)

- Hiking  (Free)


Queenstown

- Paragliding (210NZD per person)

- Gondola Ride (35-56NZD per person)

- Bungee Jumping (165-205NZD per person)

- Vineyard Tour (185-230NZD per person)

- Ziptrek (120-170NZD per person)

- Earnslaw Steamship Cruise (55-95NZD per person)

- Shotover Canyon Swing/Shotover Canyon Fox (169-299NZD per person)

- Scenic Horse Riding Tour (165-325NZD per person)

- Queenstown Jet Boating

- Skydiving (299-459NZD per person)


International flights are not included


Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
Your Discover Moment: Franz Josef
Your Discover Moment: Queenstown. Indigenous led Walk at Mossman Gorge. Whitsunday Islands Boating Excursion. Barrier Reef Visit. Blue Mountains Excursion. Byron Bay surf lesson. Jamison Valley Walk. Blue Mountains Scenic Railway. Winery Visit. Waitomo Glowworm Caves. Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise. Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park Visit. Internal flights. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.
1. Please note that this tour combines with other G Adventures tours. As such, the staff and some travel companions on your tour may have previously been traveling together with G Adventures, prior to Day 1 of your tour. Likewise, some staff and travel companions may be continuing together on another G Adventures tour, after your trip concludes.

2. Please be aware that wifi and internet access is not as readily available in Australia as in other parts of the world. There are often additional charges to connect to the internet, and speeds may be slower than what you are used to.

3. Over public holidays in Australia and New Zealand (such as Christmas, New Years Day, Easter, and Anzac Day) there may be some limitations of services and disruptions to schedules. In general our tours still operate effectively over public holidays, but there may be closures of optional activities and restaurants, and slight itinerary adjustments in order to provide all tour inclusions.

4. ACCOMMODATION NOTE:
Please be aware that properties we stay in with only two stories may not have elevators installed and climbing the stairs with your luggage will be necessary.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Bookings for the America’s Cup are at either 11am, 1pm or 2pm - this is dependant on the season and availability. Please be sure to reconfirm your sailing 24 hours prior by phoning Explore (while in New Zealand): 0800 397 567 or International: +64 9 359 5987.Cape Tribulation
- Great Barrier Reef Visit (209AUD per person)
- Daintree National Park Visit (Free)
- Daintree Rainforest Night Walk (55AUD per person)

Whitsunday Islands
- Whitsunday Islands Snorkelling (Free)

Byron Bay
- Skydiving (409AUD per person)
- Byron Bay Ocean Kayaking

Cape Byron
- Cape Byron Lighthouse Visit (Free)

Sydney
- Sydney Opera House Visit (43-185AUD per person)
- Jet Boat Ride (85AUD per person)

Coogee Beach
- Coogee Beach to Bondi Beach Coastal Walk

Rotorua
- Hot Springs (45-75NZD per person)
- Whitewater Rafting (125NZD per person)
- Rotorua Canopy Tours (189-259NZD per person)

Wellington
- Te Papa Museum Visit (35NZD per person)
- Zealandia (25-95NZD per person)
- Wellington Cable Car (6-11NZD per person)
- Weta Workshop Tour (99NZD per person)

Kaikoura
- Hiking (Free)
- Scenic Flight (225NZD per person)
- Whale Watching (175NZD per person)
- Dolphin Tour (240NZD per person)

Franz Josef
- Hiking (Free)
- Heli Scenic Flight with Snow Landing (350-445NZD per person)
- Franz Josef Kayaking (135NZD per person)
- Guided Heli Hike (Heli Transfer) (698NZD per person)

Queenstown
- Vineyard Tour (210-240NZD per person)
- Bungee Jumping (265-450NZD per person)
- Earnslaw Steamship Cruise (99-120NZD per person)
- Gondola Ride (66-80NZD per person)
- Queenstown Jet Boating (169NZD per person)
- Skydiving (430-535NZD per person)
13 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners
Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout, local guides.

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