Highlights of New Zealand and Australia
- Best price guaranteed
- No booking fees
- Natural landmarks sightseeing
- Cultural, religious and historic sites
- Art and architecture
- Family
- duration 18 days
- tour type Independent
- age requirement 8-95 yrs
- max group size 2
- Tour Code BM-39052
- Footprint Carbonneutral CO2 emissions resulting from all trips on Bookmundi will be offset via investments in carbon reduction projects.
- Operated in English
- Learn about the rich volcanic activity of Auckland, situated on the Pacific Ring of Fire
- Head on a tour of the Waitomo Caves, illuminated by thousands of tiny glow worms
- Discover Aoraki, the tallest mountain in New Zealand with a height of 3,724 meters
- Visit Melbourne, a multicultural city with a bustling art scene and shopping boutiques
- Explore Cairns, the Gateway to the Great Barrier Reef, the largest reef on the planet
- Pay a visit to the Sydney Opera House, discover The Rocks, and drive to Bondi Beach
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Discover some of the most breathtaking rainforests, fascinating cities, magnificent mountains, and majestic fjords on the planet with this tour of New Zealand and Australia! Your journey will begin in Auckland, the capital of New Zealand packed with diverse neighborhoods and historical landmarks. Drive over the Auckland Harbour Bridge and take in the magnificent views of the Hauraki Gulf and the city skyline. Visit The Domain, the oldest park in Auckland and one of the largest in the city! Head on a tour of the Waitomo Caves as you will travel through the beautiful farmlands and enjoy a breathtaking boat ride on the Glowworm Grotto, illuminated by thousands of tiny glowworms. Catch a flight to Christchurch and uncover the sights of the Southern Alps from Mount Cook before you visit Lake Tekapo en route to Queenstown. From there you will fly to Melbourne, the cultural capital of Australia filled with fascinating hidden gems including an underground art scene, extraordinary restaurants, and ample shopping opportunities. Wander around the Fitzroy Gardens, one of the most beautiful gardens in Melbourne, and visit Albert Park, home to the Australian Grand Prix. Fly to Cairns, one of the most popular destinations in Australia known as the Gateway to the Great Barrier Reef. Take a train to Sydney to visit the Opera House, known for its extraordinary architectural design, and drive to Bondi Beach, the most famous surfing beach in the country. Your tour of New Zealand and Australia will end in Sydney, and you will head home filled with unforgettable memories!
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Day 1: Auckland (arrival)
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Day 2: Auckland
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Day 3: Auckland – Rotorua - Auckland
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Day 4: Auckland – Christchurch
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Day 5: Christchurch
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Day 6: Christchurch – Queenstown
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Day 7: Queenstown
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Day 8: Queenstown
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Day 9: Queenstown – Melbourne
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Day 10: Melbourne
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Day 11: Melbourne
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Day 12: Melbourne – Cairns
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Day 13: Cairns
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Day 14: Cairns
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Day 15: Cairns – Sydney
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Day 16: Sydney
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Day 17: Sydney
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Day 18: Sydney (departure) –
- 17 nights accommodation on a twin sharing basis at listed superior hotels or similar
- Daily buffet breakfast in New Zealand
- All Arrival and departure airport transfers via Airport shuttle
- All Transportation in AC modern vehicles
- Domestic flights in New Zealand (Auckland Christchurch)
- Domestic flights in Australia (Melbourne Cairns Sydney)
- Regional flight (Queenstown Melbourne)
- Services of English-speaking guide during the tours
- All sightseeing as per the detailed itinerary
- All applicable taxes
- All entrance fees as per the detailed itinerary
- Items of a personal nature, tips, and gratuities
- Items not mentioned as included
- Earn USD 167+ in travel credits.
- Best price guaranteed.
- No credit card or booking fees.
- 100% financial protection.
- Carbon neutral tours.
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No additional cancellation fees apply for this Highlights of New Zealand and Australia tour. You can cancel the tour up to 78 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 77 days of departure.
PaymentFor any tour departures within 28 November 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 28 November 2024, a deposit of 30% is required to confirm this tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 77 days before trip departure.
Travel InsuranceHighlights of New Zealand and Australia tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.
VisaFor this Highlights of New Zealand and Australia tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.
IS THIS A CHILD FRIENDLY TOUR? ARE THERE ANY RESTRICTIONS?- All children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
- Minimum age for children on escorted tours is 8.
- Minimum age on Safaris is 12.
- Minimum age for game drives in Kruger National Park (South Africa) is 12.
- Minimum age for Uganda programs is 15.
- Please note that many countries have adopted practices to prevent international abductions of children.
- If a person under the age of 18 years will be travelling with an adult other than his/her parents, or with only one parent, a notarized letter, granting authorization to travel, including the dates of travel should be carried.