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Australia & New Zealand Explorer
22 days, Sydney to Queenstown
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Australia or New Zealand? Do both! There’s never been a better time to get a taste of the world Down Under, and on this adventure, you’ll do so via trains, canopy cable cars, and private yachts. There’ll be no lack of sights to see as you explore Sydney, Melbourne and Auckland, walk around iconic Uluru, visit Aboriginal villages, and explore ancient rain forests. Add in an overnight wilderness cruise and you’ve got yourself a trip that memories are made of.
22 days
Sydney to Queenstown
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There are no departure dates currently available for the rest of this season. Some tours only run during parts of the year.
Trip Code: OANS
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Travel Style: Comfort
Great adventures, genuine experiences, and insider access with a few extra frills along the way.
Service Level: Upgraded
Quality accommodations and more inclusions than on other G Adventures tours, like meals, private transport, and activities.
Physical Rating: 2 - Light
Light walking and hiking suitable for most fitness levels. Nothing too challenging.
Trip Type: Small Group
Small group experience; Max 16, Avg 12.
Age requirement: 12+
All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
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Itinerary Notes
Please note that due to seasonal weather the itinerary on Day 20 in Doubtful Sound varies from winter to summer months. The winter itinerary runs for all departures between June 4 - September 20. The remaining departures will follow the summer itinerary.
Itinerary
Day 1Sydney
Arrive at any time.
Day 2Sydney
Explore Sydney Harbour and walk to the iconic Opera House and the Rocks area. Enjoy an early lunch then board a sleek former America's Cup racing yacht for a thrilling sailing adventure on one of the world’s finest harbours.
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Breakfast | LunchDay 3Sydney/Port Douglas
Fly to Cairns then travel up the coastal road to Mossman Gorge. Take an interpretive walk with a local Aboriginal guide and learn about traditional ways of life and survival techniques in the Daintree Rainforest.
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Breakfast | LunchDay 4Port Douglas
On Day 4, opt to go snorkelling on the Great Barrier Reef.
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BreakfastDay 5Port Douglas/Cairns
Return to Cairns, with free time to enjoy this tropical city.
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Your Discover MomentMeals included:
BreakfastDay 6Cairns
Take an excursion to the UNESCO-designated Queensland rainforest on the historic Kuranda Scenic Railway and explore the canopy on the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway.
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BreakfastDay 7Cairns/Uluru
Catch a flight to Uluru and witness the incredible sunset with a glass of bubbly.
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BreakfastDay 8Uluru
Visit the Aboriginal Cultural Centre and take the informative Mala Walk around part of Uluru's base.
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BreakfastDay 9Uluru/Alice Springs
Enjoy another sunrise over Uluru, then take a walk in Kata Tjuta National Park and view the beautiful red-domed rock formations. Continue to Alice Springs for the night.
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BreakfastDay 10Alice Springs/Melbourne
Catch a flight and arrive in the afternoon. This evening, board the historic colonial tramcar diner for a fun meal while cruising around the city streets.
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Breakfast | DinnerDay 11Melbourne
Enjoy a free day with option to explore the Great Ocean Road or the many wineries in the area.
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BreakfastDay 12Melbourne/Auckland
Fly to Auckland, New Zealand and enjoy an orientation walk with the CEO.
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BreakfastDay 13Auckland
Enjoy a free day with option to embark on a dolphin and whale watching boat excursion (seasonal) or explore the city.
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BreakfastDay 14Auckland/Raglan
Take the scenic route to an artsy beach town, visiting a working eco farm en route for lunch. In the afternoon, enjoy a cruise around Raglan harbour including a light afternoon snack. Free evening in Raglan. Opt to try bone carving with local Maori, surf lessons, stand-up paddleboard lessons, sea kayaking, or simply explore the arts and crafts shops.
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Breakfast | LunchDay 15Raglan/Rotorua
Enjoy breakfast and a free morning in Raglan. Drive to Rotorua, visiting scenic Bridal Veil Falls en route, and opt to enjoy a dip in the geothermal hot pools at the hotel. This evening visit Tamaki Maori Village to learn about local myths, and legends while dinning on traditional Hangi cuisine.
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Breakfast | DinnerDay 16Rotorua/Christchurch
This morning visit Whakarewarewa, a Maori village with a local guide who explains the geothermal aspects of the region and enjoy a light lunch of corn cooked in a natural hot pool and a traditional hangi pie. Fly to Christchurch and take an orientation walk with the CEO.
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Breakfast | LunchDay 17Christchurch/Franz Josef
Enjoy one of the world’s great scenic train trips on the TranzAlpine Train to New Zealand's glacier region.
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BreakfastDay 18Franz Josef
Options are plentiful, choose from a helicopter hike, ice walking on the glacier, or soaking in the hot pools amongst the stunning scenery.
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Your Discover MomentMeals included:
BreakfastDay 19Franz Josef/Queenstown
Travel through the rugged rainforest along the west coast to Queenstown. Enjoy an evening gondola ride with spectacular views of the city and option to eat dinner at a skyline restaurant.
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BreakfastDay 20Queenstown/Doubtful Sound
Embark on an amazing wilderness cruise through Doubtful Sound with the chance to see dolphins, fur seals, birds and penguins and an option to kayak. We spend the night onboard in comfortable cabins with time to relax on deck, stargazing and enjoying some New Zealand wine.
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Breakfast | DinnerDay 21Doubtful Sound/Queenstown
Cruise back to port, enjoying the stunning views then return to Queenstown for the final night.
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BreakfastDay 22Queenstown
Depart at any time.
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BreakfastWhat's Included
- Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- Your Discover Moment: Cairns
- Your Discover Moment: Franz Josef
- Private yacht sailing on the Sydney harbour and Sydney orientation walk
- Kuranda Scenic Railway to Queensland rainforest with canopy tour on a Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
- Aboriginal dreamtime walk through the Daintree Rainforest at Mossman Gorge
- Sunrise interpretive walk at Uluru
- Walk through the Valley of the Winds in Kata Tjuta
- Melbourne orientation walk and dinner on the historic Colonial tramcar restaurant
- Visit scenic Bridal Veil Falls
- Dinner cruise on Raglan harbour
- Visit a geothermal Maori village with a local guide
- Enjoy traditional Maori hangi feast and entertainment
- Orientation walk in Christchurch
- Ride the scenic TranzAlpine Train
- Queenstown gondola ride
- Wilderness day cruise (winter) or overnight wilderness cruise (summer) on Doubtful Sound
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodations
Comfort hotels (19 nts), local holiday home (1 nt), cruise boat (1 nt).
Meals
21 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners
Allow USD850-1105 for meals not included.
Transportation
Mini-bus, flight, train, boat, walking.
Staff & experts
Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout, local guides.
Available extras (Add these to your tour when you book)
Gibraltar - From $None
See the famous Rock of Gibraltar, standing as it does at one of the world´s most strategic crossroads. The majestic Rock which dominates the Mediterranean has, over the years, been fought over and occupied by nations. Crowned with history, the Rock of Gibraltar, as it is known throughout the world, is now an attraction high on the list for visitors from around the world. As a duty free port it offers fantastic shopping opportunities for Alcohol, Tobacco, hand embroidered linen, perfumes, Havana Cigars and jewellery including gold and silver to entice visitors. We explore Gibraltar in comfort, on an included panoramic Rock tour to give us an opportunity to learn about the Rock´s fabulous history, visiting the St Michaels Cave and The Ape´s Den. In your free time, maybe visit the Alameda Botanical gardens, the Museum, or relax on a terrace at the Marina and enjoy a drink by the warm Mediterranean waters. Full day - minimal walking - Highly recommended
The Alhambra Palace - Prebookable Only - From $None
This is an opportunity to see what is generally accepted as the 8th Wonder of the World. Granada, the city is world famous for it´s “Alhambra Palace” and “Generalife Gardens”, the longest lasting Arab kingdom in Spain, 800 years of Arab occupation, and also the resting place of Isabel and Ferdinand. The Alhambra Palace is the best and most well preserved example of Islamic architecture in Spain. Many of the original palaces, squares and plazas, are still there for you to admire. The “Generalife Gardens” still remain very much as they were, when used by the Arab kings, over 1000 years ago. We also visit Granada, where in your free time maybe you would like to stroll through the Arabian Market. Full Day - Strenuous Walking (there are many steps at the Alhambra Palace) - Must See IMPORTANT: PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS PARTICULAR EXCURSION MUST BE PREBOOKED MORE THAN 70 DAYS BEFORE DEPARTURE.
Departures
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