25 Day Classic South Pacific Fully Escorted in New Zealand and Australia Nights at Destinations: Auckland (1), Rotorua (2), Queenstown (3), Christchurch (1), Sydney (3), Cairns (3), Darwin (1), Kakadu (1), Alice Springs (2), Ayers Rock (1), Melbourne (2), Hobart (2) Highlights NEW ZEALAND Auckland city sights tour Guided boat tour of Waitomo Caves Tour geothermal Rotorua The alpine resort town of Queenstown Cruise spectacular Milford Sound AUSTRALIA Sydney Opera House and Harbour cruise Visit native Wildlife Park Cruise the stunning Great Barrier Reef World Heritage Kakadu National Park tour Jumping Crocodile cruise Nourlangie Rock Aboriginal art site Alice Springs city tour Tour Uluru (Ayers Rock) and Kata Tjuta (the Olgas), viewing caves, sacred sites and ancient paintings Melbourne city sights tour Tasmania’s capital, Hobart & Port Arthur historic site Price Includes All domestic flights within Australia and New Zealand Fully escorted touring in New Zealand and Australia with Tour Director and Driver/Guides Superior Accommodation Luxury motorcoaches Camp Oven Outback dinner, Alice Springs Colonial Tramcar Restaurant, Melbourne Free travel kit including stylish travel bag and map Cultural touring experiences Centrally located hotels in key locations 39 meals included—24 hot breakfasts (B), 5 lunches (L), and 10 dinners (D) Hotel porterage and restaurant gratuities Country Homestay Option on Day 5 (must be pre-booked) Note: Itinerary effective 01 Apr 2007. Day 1: Los Angeles This evening board your flight bound for Auckland, New Zealand (airfare not included). (D) Day 2: In flight Cross the International Dateline and “lose” a day. Day 3: Arrive Auckland, New Zealand Meet your Tour Director on arrival in the North Island city of Auckland. Enjoy an early-morning check-in at your hotel before an afternoon of sightseeing. Gather this evening for a Welcome Dinner hosted by your Tour Director. Overnight: Auckland, Crowne Plaza (B,D) Day 4: Auckland-Rotorua This morning take a guided boat tour of the Glow Worm grotto at Waitomo Caves, then continue to the thermal region of Rotorua where you are invited to a Hangi feast and Maori concert. Overnight: Rotorua, Royal Lakeside Novotel for 2 nights (B,D) Day 5: Thermal Reserve Tour Te Puia Thermal Reserve, then travel to the Agrodome to see an agricultural show and sheep shearing display. Later choose to experience rural living with a country family and enjoy a hearty home-cooked meal with overnight stay. (B,D) Day 6: Rotorua-Queenstown Enjoy a relaxed morning before flying to Queenstown on the South Island. Overnight: Queenstown, Crowne Plaza for 3 nights (B) Day 7: Milford Sound Cruise Today brings a memorable experience as you travel to Fiordland National Park. On arrival, cruise the length of Milford Sound, sailing below famous Mitre Peak and spectacular waterfalls. (B,L) Day 8: Queenstown at Leisure A full day at leisure to explore the fun and sights of Queenstown. (B) Day 9: Queenstown-Christchurch Travel over Lindis Pass and through the heart of the South Island. Pass Lakes Pukaki and Tekapo, before traveling through the scenic Canterbury Plains. Overnight: Christchurch, Crowne Plaza (B,D) Day 10: Christchurch-Sydney Board a flight across the Tasman Sea to the harbor city of Sydney, Australia (airfare not included). Overnight: Sydney, Shangri-La Hotel for 3 nights (B,L) Day 11: Sydney Harbour Cruise Take a morning sightseeing tour before a luncheon cruise on Sydney Harbour. See the sights that make Sydney so recognizable, including the Harbour Bridge and Fort Denison. This afternoon enjoy a guided tour of the famed Sydney Opera House. (B,L) Day 12: Sydney at Leisure Today is free to enjoy the many delights of this cosmopolitan city at your own pace. Perhaps take a sightseeing tour to the Hunter Valley or the Blue Mountains (own expense), or stroll through the historic Rocks area. (B) Day 13: Sydney-Tropical Cairns A morning flight takes us to Cairns. Enjoy a guided tour of this tropical city on arrival. Remainder of day at leisure. Overnight: Cairns, Shangri-La Hotel, The Marina for 3 nights (B) Day 14: Great Barrier Reef An unforgettable experience as we spend the day on the Great Barrier Reef. At Agincourt Reef, you can swim or snorkel amid the tropical fish, or ride aboard a glass-bottom boat over the colorful coral. (B,L) Day 15: Cairns, Kuranda, Skyrail Take the Skyrail Cableway, gliding over the lush World Heritage-listed rainforest to Kuranda. Visit Rainforestation, where the Pamagirri Aboriginal Dancers perform a traditional Aboriginal corroboree. Wander through the markets before heading down the mountain to Cairns on the Kuranda Scenic Railway. (B) Day 16: Cairns-Darwin Enjoy a free morning before your afternoon flight to Darwin in the Northern Territory's Top End. Overnight: Darwin, Holiday Inn Esplanade (B) Day 17: Jumping Crocodile Cruise, Kakadu National Park Tour Darwin, then travel into World Heritage-listed Kakadu National Park. See a variety of bird life and crocodiles leaping from the water on our guided Jumping Crocodile cruise. This afternoon, view ancient Aboriginal art at Nourlangie Rock. Overnight: Kakadu National Park, Gagudju Crocodile Holiday Inn (B,D) Day 18: Darwin-Alice Springs Wander through Bowali Visitor Center, Kakadu, for a greater appreciation of this remarkable area. Then it's on to Darwin for our flight to Alice Springs. Overnight: Alice Springs, Crowne Plaza for 2 nights (B) Day 19: Alice Springs Town Tour This morning take a tour of Alice Springs. See the School of the Air, the organization that provides schooling to children in remote “outback” towns. Visit the base of the Royal Flying Doctor Service and the historic Telegraph Station; view the West MacDonnell Ranges and enjoy panoramic views over the township from atop Anzac Hill. Tonight enjoy a special Camp Oven Outback dinner. (B,D) Day 20: Uluru (Ayers Rock) and Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) Today head southwest to Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, home of Ayers Rock and the Olgas. Stop to explore the giant rock domes of the Olgas before continuing to Ayers Rock Resort. Tonight, dine at the resort or you can enjoy the unique experience of dining in the desert at the “Sounds of Silence” (additional US$70). Overnight: Ayers Rock Resort, Sails in the Desert (B,D) Day 21: Uluru (Ayers Rock)-Melbourne This morning you can choose to climb Ayers Rock or take a leisurely walk around its base, viewing ancient rock art and caves. This afternoon, fly to the “Garden City” of Melbourne. Check in to your elegant accommodation. Overnight: Melbourne, Hotel Sofitel for 2 nights (B) Day 22: Melbourne City Sights A sightseeing tour of Melbourne starts your day including Victoria Market, Parliament House and beautiful Fitzroy Gardens. This evening head to the Colonial Tramcar Restaurant for dinner. Enjoy fine cuisine and wines as you travel the city streets and exclusive suburbs of South Yarra and Toorak. (B,D) Day 23: Melbourne-Hobart-Port Arthur Fly to Hobart, the capital of Tasmania. Then journey across a narrow strip of land to the Tasman Peninsula. See the rock formations of the Tessellated Pavement, Tasman's Arch and Devil's Kitchen before arriving at Port Arthur Historic Site. Join a fascinating guided tour of the site, learning of its convict past and visiting the church, penitentiary and guard tower. Reboard the motorcoach and return to Hobart. Overnight: Hobart, Wrest Point Hotel for 2 nights (B) Day 24: Hobart-Richmond This morning, tour this charming harborfront city, including colorful Salamanca Place, the Royal Tasmanian Botanic Gardens and panoramic views over the city from Mt Nelson. Continue to Richmond, a quaint Georgian village classified by the National Trust, brimming with antique and craft shops, inviting cafes, and restaurants. The remainder of the day is at leisure. (B,D) Day 25: Depart for Los Angeles Join your flight bound for Los Angeles today (airfare not included). (B) (B,L) Departure Dates 2007: Jan 16; Feb 6, 27; Mar 13, 27; Oct 9; Nov 6, 20; Dec 11 2008: Jan 15; Feb 19, 26; Mar 11, 25 Classis South Pacific Departure Dates 21-Day Land/Domestic Air Twin Single Jan 1-Mar 31 07 $9012 $11981 Apr 1 07-Mar 31 08 $8540 $11298 Note: *Many dates are guaranteed departures – ask when booking. Fare includes all land arrangements as indicated and flights within Australia and New Zealand flying Qantas Airways. International Trans Pacific and Trans Tasman airfares are not included. Call for the lowest priced Qantas International airfare to suit your tour. Air taxes, security and departure fees are additional, and will be confirmed at time of final payment. Airport transfers are included at no extra charge when your Qantas international air reservation is booked through Qantas Vacations. Persons flying an airline different from Qantas Airways may incur additional charges for transfers and flights within Australia and New Zealand. Tour Code:E75 |
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