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Sydney on a Shoestring 6 Days/ 4 Nights with interline air from $565*
From your hotel located in the heart of the city, you can explore this incredible city in four days. Our package includes round trip space available air on Air Canada from Vancouver, 4 nights hotel accommodations, breakfast daily, hotel taxes and service charges. Additional nights are only $59 per person per night based on double occupancy. Stopover in Honolulu for as little as $41 per person per night. A wide variety of optional tours available.

Sydney Explorer 6 Days/ 4 Nights from $889*
This is the complete package! Upon arrival you will be met and transferred to your hotel. At lunch time, join the “Captain Cook” for a luncheon cruise on Sydney’s famous Harbour. View the Opera House and Harbour Bridge followed by an afternoon sightseeing tour of the city. Travel through Hyde Park the Domain and Royal Botanic Gardens. See cosmopolitan Kings Cross and some famous Australian surf beaches. The next day enjoy a full day tour to the spectacular Blue Mountains. See the Three Sisters, a giant rock formation towering over the Jamison Valley. In the afternoon, visit the Australian Wildlife Park. Our package includes round trip space available air on Air Canada from Vancouver, 4 nights hotel accommodations, arrival and departure transfers, tours as indicated, hotel taxes and service charges. Air Canada tax not included and subject to change. Confirmed air options available from Los Angeles.

Sydney, Cairns and the Great Barrier Reef from $1289*
This fabulous package includes a full day cruise to the wondrous Great Barrier Reef. Swim and snorkel in the crystal waters, or board the sub sea viewer for a fascinating underwater adventure through the colorful coral gardens and tropical marine life of the reef. Begin your Australian adventure in Sydney with 3 days in this cosmopolitan and sophisticated city, sail on the Captain Cook luncheon cruise through the unforgettable Sydney Harbour and tour the most famous picturesque sights. The next day you’ll tour the Blue Mountains, see Koalas and Kangaroos on a full day tour out of the city. The next day, you’ll be transferred to the airport for your flight to Cairns (airfare not included). Upon arrival you’ll be transferred to your hotel for four nights and some of the most incredible sights in the world. You’ll enjoy 3 full days of guided tours in this natural wonderland including the Great Barrier Reef, the Skyrail Cableway over the rain forest to Kuranda and the Wilderness Cruise on the Daintree River to Cape Tribulation. Our package includes round trip space available air on Air Canada from Vancouver to Sydney, 3 nights hotel accommodations in Sydney, full day and ½ day guided tours in Sydney plus “Captain Cook” luncheon cruise, 4 nights hotel accommodations in Cairns, 3 full day guided tours, 3 lunches, hotel taxes and service charges, arrival and departure transfers in Sydney and Cairns. We can arrange your flights within Australia, rates are date sensitive.

Sydney and the Outback 8 Days/ 5 Nights with interline air to Sydney from $709*
Spend 3 days discovering this great city from your hotel located in the heart of the city, then travel to Ayers Rock in the Outback for two full days of this rugged wilderness. Walk between the massive features of the Kata Tjuta (Olgas) in the Olga Gorge. View the stone carvings and learn the legends of this sacred place. In the late afternoon, stop to enjoy a glass of wine while watching the brilliant display of colors on Uluru as the sun sets over the desert plain. The next day rise early and sip champagne as the day’s first light strikes Uluru, again casing it in an ever changing array of colors. Take a guided walk to Mutitjulu waterhole. Our package includes: round trip space available air on Air Canada from Vancouver to Sydney, 3 nights hotel accommodations with breakfast daily in Sydney, 1 night in Ayers Rock with tours as indicated, arrival and departure transfers in Ayers Rock, 1 night in Sydney with breakfast. All hotel taxes and service charges. We can arrange your flights within Australia, rates are date sensitive.

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Melbourne 4 Days/ 3 Nights Melbourne, Penguin Parade, Wineries from $375*
Daily
Day 1. Melbourne Welcomed on arrival and transfer to your hotel. Tonight explore the charms of this cosmopolitan city. Melbourne is famous for its multicultural flavour - choose from one of the many fine restaurants and cafes to dine in and enjoy the atmosphere. Three Night Stay: Melbourne - Mercure Welcome Hotel
Day 2. City Sights Tour, Phillip Island, Little Penguin Parade Enjoy a morning sightseeing tour of Melbourne, including views of the Shrine of Remembrance, city skyline and cross the Westgate Bridge for panoramic views of Port Phillip Bay. In the afternoon, journey to Phillip Island, home to a wide array of wildlife. Witness an evening ritual: a colony of Little Penguins emerging from the surf with their day's catch and making their way across the beach to their burrows. Tour returns to Melbourne approximately 11.00 p.m.
Day 3. Melbourne, Great Ocean Road Today travel along Victoria's famous Great Ocean Road with its breathtaking and unique scenery. The spectacular sheer cliffs plunge vertically to pristine beaches and sparkling waters. Visit the seaside town of Anglesea where the driver will prepare a traditional 'Aussie' morning tea of lamingtons and billy tea. Journey on to the famous surfing beaches, travelling alongside dramatic cliffs and lush fern gullies. Crossing the hinterland of Otway National Park, view the grand Australian bush with its hues of blues, greens and purples. Continue on and rejoin the breathtaking 'Shipwreck Coast'. Enter Port Campbell National Park to view the unique formations of Twelve Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge and London Bridge. Discover the tragic history of the ships that came to grief on their voyages to Australia. Tour returns to Melbourne approximately 7.30 p.m.
Day 4. Melbourne Morning at leisure before transfer to airport for flight.

Adelaide 2 Days/ 1 Night Kangaroos, Koalas, Fur Seals, Remarkable Rocks from $535*
Daily
Day 1. Sea Lions Guided Beach Walk, Kangaroos, Koalas, Wetlands Birdlife Depart Adelaide by air arriving on Kangaroo Island by 9.45 a.m. Meet your guide for an introduction to Kangaroo Island before heading out in search of wildlife encounters. Your guide will help you spot kangaroos, koalas and echidnas in the wild. A highlight today is a guided beach walk at Seal Bay, home to a colony of Australian sea lions. See these fascinating mammals up close, as they bask on the beach or in the dunes. Enjoy a gourmet picnic lunch in the bush, followed by a bushwalk. We visit one of the island's wetland areas to see and hear diverse birdlife.Accommodation: Ozone Hotel
Day 2. Flinders Chase National Park, Remarkable Rocks, Koalas, Fur Seals Discover the wonders of Flinders Chase National Park. See at close range the New Zealand fur seals that inhabit these waters and view the unique geological formations of Admirals Arch and Remarkable Rocks. Enjoy a picnic lunch in a bush setting, sampling island foods and South Australian wines. Later, explore the Rocky River region to see yet more wildlife. At Hanson Bay Sanctuary, we search for koalas, then, by special permit, we enter the Kelly Hill Conservation Park. As dusk approaches, mobs of kangaroos and other native animals move out into the open to graze. Your tour concludes in time for a 6.00 p.m. flight to Adelaide, arriving at 6.45 p.m. (L)

4 Days/ 3 Nights Alice Springs, Camel Farm, Ayers Rock, Olgas from $489*
Day 1. Alice Springs Town Tour Welcomed on arrival in Alice Springs by 12.00 p.m. for transfer to your hotel. This afternoon, enjoy a tour of this unique town, including the Telegraph Station, School of the Air and Royal Flying Doctor Service.
Accommodation: Alice Springs - Aurora Alice Springs
Day 2. Kata Tjuta (Olgas), Sunset Drinks Depart Alice Springs and visit the Outback Camel Farm. View the flat-topped Mt Conner in the distance before arriving at Ayers Rock Resort. Settle in before departing for Kata Tjuta (Olgas). On arrival, join a guided walk along the natural creek bed deep into Olga Gorge. Early in the evening, sip on a glass of wine and watch the fading light of day cast Uluru (Ayers Rock) in an ever-changing array of colors.Two Night Stay: Ayers Rock Resort
Day 3. Uluru (Ayers Rock) Sunrise, Mutitjulu, Guided Mala Walk, Cultural Centre Rise early to see Uluru (Ayers Rock) at sunrise, with coffee or tea in hand. Then take a walk to Mutitjulu waterhole. You may substitute this to climb Uluru for spectacular views. Take the guided Mala Walk and visit the Cultural Centre. Tonight you may like to join the 'Sounds of Silence' dinner (optional).
Day 4. Ayers Rock Resort This morning is at leisure before your airport transfer.

5 Days/ 4 Nights Alice Springs, Ayers Rock, Olgas, Sounds of Silence from $664*
Day 1. Alice Springs Town Tour Welcomed on arrival by 12.00 p.m. for transfer to your hotel. On a guided tour of this Outback town, visit Telegraph Station, the School of the Air and the Royal Flying Doctor Service. Enjoy the views from Anzac Hill.Two Night Stay: Alice Springs - Aurora Alice Springs
Day 2. West MacDonnell Ranges, Desert Park Travel to the West MacDonnell National Park and explore Simpsons Gap and Angkerle (Standley Chasm). Take a walk through this stunning chasm with sheer walls towering above. At the Desert Park, learn of Australian desert habitats and see unique wildlife. (L)
Day 3. Camel Farm, Kata Tjuta (Olgas) Visit a camel farm then explore Kata Tjuta (Olgas) before sunset drinks at Uluru (Ayers Rock).
Two Night Stay: Ayers Rock Resort - Outback Pioneer Lodge
Day 4. Uluru (Ayers Rock), 'Sounds of Silence' Enjoy a coffee or tea with our compliments as you admire sunrise over Uluru (Ayers Rock), then walk to Mutitjulu waterhole. In place of sunrise and the walk, you can climb Uluru. Later, join the Mala Walk and explore Kantju Gorge. Tonight, dine under the desert stars at the magical 'Sounds of Silence' dinner. (D)
Day 5. Ayers Rock Resort Morning at leisure before your transfer to the airport.

5 Days/ 4 Nights Alice Springs, Ayers Rock, Olgas, Kings Canyon from $612*
Day 1. Alice Springs Town Tour Welcomed on arrival. Take a town tour and visit the School of the Air and the Royal Flying Doctor Service.
Accommodation: Alice Springs - Alice Springs Resort
Day 2. Camel Farm, Olgas, Ayers Rock Sunset Visit Noel Fullerton's Camel Farm and see the remarkable flat-topped Mt Conner mesa. Arrive at Ayers Rock Resort then tour to the great domes of Kata Tjuta (Olgas) and walk into Olga Gorge. Early in the evening, enjoy a glass of wine while watching the changing colors of Uluru (Ayers Rock) at sunset. Accommodation: Ayers Rock Resort - Outback
Day 3. Ayers Rock, The Olgas, Mala Walk Climb to the summit of Uluru (Ayers Rock) or sip champagne as the sun's first rays bathe it in color, followed by a walk to the waterhole at Mutitjulu. This afternoon, travel through the desert to Kings Canyon. Accommodation: Kings Canyon Resort
Day 4. Kings Canyon, Alice Springs At Kings Canyon you can choose to walk up the canyon rim and through the 'Lost City' and down into the 'Garden of Eden', or walk deep into the canyon along the shaded floor. Continue to Alice Springs.
Accommodation: Alice Springs - choice of hotel.
Day 5. Alice Springs Free morning before transfer to airport.Top of Form

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3 Days/ 2 Nights Ayers Rock, Olgas, Sounds of Silence from $456*
Day 1. Ayers Rock Resort, Kata Tjuta (Olgas), Olga Gorge, Uluru (Ayers Rock) Sunset Drinks Welcomed on arrival at Ayers Rock Airport prior to 1.00 p.m. and transferred to your hotel. Drive out to the magnificent domes of Kata Tjuta (Olgas), where 36 dramatic rock formations dominate the skyline. Enjoy the walk into majestic Olga Gorge. Some of the plants are so rare that they are only found in and around these sandstone monoliths. At sunset, enjoy a complimentary glass of wine as you watch the changing colors of Uluru (Ayers Rock).
Two Night Stay: Ayers Rock Resort - Outback Pioneer Lodge
Day 2. Uluru (Ayers Rock) Touring, 'Sounds of Silence' Desert Dinner With a coffee or tea in hand, watch the first light of day strike Uluru (Ayers Rock). On the Mala Walk, learn about the Mala (Hare Wallaby) people who lived here and visit sacred Kantju Gorge. Retrace the path of Aboriginal mythological ancestors and hear stories told by traditional owners. Visit the Cultural Centre and the Maruku Arts and Craft Cooperative. Tonight is the 'Sounds of Silence' dinner - fine cuisine in the solitude of the desert. Listen to the didgeridoo, and enjoy a guided astronomy tour of the Outback skies. (D)
Day 3. Depart Ayers Rock Airport Morning at leisure before your transfer to the airport.

4 Days/ 3 Nights Ayers Rock, Olgas, Kings Canyon from $479*
Day 1. Ayers Rock Resort, Kata Tjuta (Olgas), Olga Gorge, Uluru (Ayers Rock) Sunset Drinks Welcomed on arrival at Ayers Rock Airport prior to 1.00 p.m. Travel to Kata Tjuta (Olgas) and walk into Olga Gorge. Enjoy sunset drinks at Uluru (Ayers Rock).
Accommodation: Ayers Rock Resort - Outback Pioneer
Day 2. Sunrise at Uluru (Ayers Rock), Mala Walk, Kings Canyon Enjoy a coffee or tea while viewing the sunrise over Uluru (Ayers Rock), then take a walk to Mutitjulu waterhole. In place of sunrise and Mutitjulu, you can opt to climb Uluru. Later, join the guided Mala Walk, exploring art sites and plant life. Drive to Kings Canyon. Accommodation: Kings Canyon Resort - Lodge
Day 3. Kings Canyon, Alice Springs At Kings Canyon, choose from two walks. The rim walk offers stunning views and leads through the 'Lost City' and 'Garden of Eden' (requires a good degree of fitness). The canyon floor walk leads deep into the canyon, exploring the lush plant life. Travel to Alice Springs via Kings Creek Station, a working cattle ranch.
Accommodation: Alice Springs - Aurora Alice Springs
Day 4. Alice Springs Time at leisure before your transfer to the airport.

Aussie Boomerang 14 Days/ 11 Nights, Sydney, Koalas, Melbourne, Ayers Rock, Great Barrier Reef from $1927* includes interline air to SYD
Daily departures
Day 1. Depart Vancouver on Air Canada to Sydney.
Day 3. Sydney Welcomed on arrival for your hotel transfer.Three Night Stay
Day 4. Sydney Harbour Cruise, City Sights Enjoy a luncheon cruise on beautiful Sydney Harbour, taking in views of the famous Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge. This afternoon, take a sightseeing tour of the city and its southern surf beaches. (L)
Day 5. Blue Mountains, Koalas Enjoy a full day tour to the Blue Mountains National Park. View the Three Sisters rock formation and visit an Australian wildlife park to see koalas, kangaroos and a host of other native Australian wildlife.
Day 6. At Leisure in Sydney, Melbourne Enjoy free time in Sydney. Transfer to the airport for your mid-afternoon flight to Melbourne (airfare not included). Transfer to hotel on arrival in Melbourne. Two Night Stay
Day 7. Melbourne City Sights Enjoy a morning sightseeing tour of Melbourne, including the immaculate Botanic Gardens, Victoria Market and the intricate iron-laced terraces of Carlton. The remainder of the day is free to explore.
Day 8. Alice Springs, School of the Air Transfer for your flight to Alice Springs, arriving before 12.00 p.m. (airfare not included). Welcomed on arrival. Enjoy your afternoon tour of Alice Springs, including visits to the historic Telegraph Station, School of the Air and Royal Flying Doctor Service. Accommodation: Alice Springs
Day 9. Camel Farm, Kata Tjuta (Olgas), Sunset Drinks at Uluru (Ayers Rock) Visit the Outback Camel Farm, then continue to Kata Tjuta (Olgas) and take a walk into Olga Gorge. Early evening, enjoy a glass of wine while watching the color changes of Uluru (Ayers Rock) at sunset.
Two Night Stay
Day 10. Sunrise at Uluru (Ayers Rock), Climb or Base Tour, Cultural Centre This morning, witness a spectacular sunrise over Uluru (Ayers Rock). Opportunity to climb the mighty monolith or walk around its base, viewing rock art and caves. Learn about the geology and flora of the region and visit the Cultural Centre. Tonight you can join the 'Sounds of Silence' desert dinner, a magical experience (optional).
Day 11. Cairns At your leisure, transfer for flight to Cairns (airfare not included). Welcomed on arrival. Free afternoon.
Three Night Stay: Cairns
Day 12. Great Barrier Reef Quicksilver Cruise Board the luxury Quicksilver catamaran and cruise the World Heritage-listed Great Barrier Reef for a day. Cruise north to beautiful Port Douglas then head out to magnificent Agincourt Reef, enjoying a buffet lunch on board. Swim and snorkel with the tropical marine life, board the semi-sub for an adventure through coral gardens or see the fish feeding from the underwater observatory. On return, cruise back to Port Douglas, then it's a short drive to Cairns. (L)
Day 13. Skyrail, Pamagirri Dancers Ride the Skyrail Cableway over the rain forest. Visit Rainforestation to see the Pamagirri Aboriginal Dancers and visit the wildlife enclosure. Spend time in Kuranda village before boarding the Kuranda Train, winding down the mountain range back to Cairns.
Day 14. Cairns Morning at leisure before transfer to Cairns Airport. (airfare not included) Upon arrival in Sydney, proceed to your gate for departure to North America via Air Canada (included).
We can arrange your flights within Australia, prices are date sensitive.

Australian Spectacular 12 Days/ 9 Nights, Sydney, Alice Springs, Ayers Rock, Cairns
from $1689* includes round trip interline air to SYD
Daily Departures
Day 1 Depart Vancouver on Air Canada to Sydney
Day 3 Sydney Welcomed on arrival in Sydney for your hotel transfer. The remainder of the day is at your leisure to settle in or explore this picturesque city.
Three Night Stay: Sydney
Day 4. Luncheon Harbor Cruise, City Sights and Southern Beaches Tour Enjoy a relaxing morning before your luncheon cruise on Sydney Harbour. See the landmarks that make Sydney so recognizable, including the Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House. This afternoon, tour the city and its southern surf beaches. See Hyde Park, the Royal Botanic Gardens, Bondi Beach and Kings Cross. (L)
Day 5. Blue Mountains, Three Sisters, Koalas Travel west today to the Blue Mountains. See the Three Sisters, a giant rock formation towering over the Jamison Valley. Take in the views from Echo Point and tour the charming town of Katoomba. You have an opportunity to ride the Scenic Skyway, Railway or the sensational new Sceniscender (own expense). Later this afternoon, visit an Australian wildlife park to see native wildlife, including wombats and koalas. Enjoy the opportunity to have your photo taken with a koala (own expense) or hand-feed kangaroos.
Day 6. Sydney, Alice Springs Town Tour Transfer to Sydney Airport for a flight to Alice Springs. Arrive by 12.00 noon (airfare not included) where you will be met. On a tour of 'The Alice', see the School of the Air, the Royal Flying Doctor Service base and the generally dry Todd River 'running' through town. Accommodation: Alice Springs
Day 7. Camel Farm, Kata Tjuta (Olgas), Sunset Drinks at Uluru (Ayers Rock) Visit the Outback Camel Farm and view flat-topped Mt Conner en route to Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. Stroll amid the rocky domes of Kata Tjuta (Olgas), thought to have once been a single mass several times the size of Uluru (Ayers Rock). Enjoy a glass of wine and watch the changing colors of Uluru at sunset. Two Night Stay: Ayers Rock
Day 8. Sunrise, Uluru (Ayers Rock) This morning you have the option to climb Uluru (Ayers Rock), a difficult though exhilarating trip. Alternatively, watch the first light of day set the rock ablaze in color, then take a gentle stroll to Mutitjulu, a permanent waterhole and sacred site at the base of Uluru. Later, join a guided base tour, viewing rock art, caves and sites of great cultural significance to the Anangu owners. Visit the Cultural Centre and Maruku Arts and Craft Cooperative.
Day 9. Uluru (Ayers Rock), Cairns At leisure before transfer for flight to Cairns (airfare not included). Welcomed on arrival in Cairns. Three Night Stay: Cairns
Day 10. Great Barrier Reef Quicksilver Cruise Enjoy a full day cruise to the Great Barrier Reef aboard a luxury Quicksilver catamaran. Cruise Agincourt Reef, on the edge of the Great Barrier Reef. Savor a delicious buffet lunch on board, including seafood. The afternoon offers a host of options. Swim or snorkel, view coral and marine life on the semi-sub and check out the underwater observatory. (L)
Day 11. Skyrail, Kuranda Railway Board the Skyrail Cableway and glide above the rain forest to Kuranda. Visit Rainforestation to see the Pamagirri Aboriginal Dancers perform. Join a guided Dreamtime Walk and visit the wildlife enclosure. Browse Kuranda village before boarding the scenic Kuranda Train and traveling back to Cairns.
Day 12. Cairns Morning at leisure before transfer to Cairns Airport (airfare not included) Upon arrival in Sydney, proceed to Air Canada gate for departure to Vancouver (included).
We can arrange your flights within Australia, prices are date sensitive.

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New Zealand Scenic North 10 Days/ 9 Nights from $1895*
Day 1 Auckland
Welcome to New Zealand! You will be met upon arrival and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure. Two night stay: Auckland, Mercure Hotel
Day 2 Auckland Tour (BD)
This morning enjoy a tour of Auckland city including the Domain, Viaduct Harbour, Auckland Museum, Parnell and Devonport. This afternoon is at leisure. Tonight enjoy a welcome dinner at your hotel.
Day 3 Kauri Museum, Treaty House, Bay of Islands (BD)
Journey north to view the imposing Kauri Tree before continuing on to the unique Kauri Pioneer Museum. Arrive at the Bay of ISlands for a guided tour through the historic Waitangi Treaty Hosue, home to New Zealand's founding document as a nation. Opporutnity tonight or tomorrow night to enjoy a Culture North Night Show (own expense).
Day 4 Bay of Islands
Today is free to relax or to explore this picturesque and historical area at your own pace. Your Tour Director will assist with suggestions (optional activities at own expense, some may be pre booked) Call for more information.
Day 5 Hole in the Rock Cruise, Auckland (B)
This morning cruise through the scenic waters of the Bay of Islands to Cape Brett Lighthouse and through the famous "Hole in the Rock" (weather permitting.) Rejoin the coach and enjoy the scenic return journey to Auckland. Overnight: Auckland, Mercure Hotel
Day 6 Mt. Eden, Waitomo Glowworm Caves, Rotorua, Maori Hangi (BD)
This morning journey to the top of Mt. Eden, Auckland's highest extinct volcano for spectacular views of the city and harbour. We then head south through some of New Zealand's most fertile famland to the Waitomo Glowworm Caves. Board your boat to drift quietly beneath the lights of thousands of glowworms. There is only the gently sound of dripping water to remind you that you are deep underground and not beneath a star filled sky. Continue on to the Whakarewarewa Forest for a relaxing stroll through the towering Californian Coastal Redwoods. Arrive in Rotorua, the heartland of New Zealand's Maori culture where tonight you will be entertained at a traditional Maori cultural performance followed bya Hangi feast. Two Night Stay: Rotorua, Ibis Hotel
Day 7 Gondola Ride, Skyline Breakfast, Thermal Reserve, Maori Arts Center (B)
Enjoy a spectacular views over the city and Lake Rotorua on your Gondola ride up to Skyline Restaurant for breakfast. After breakfast continue on to the Agrodome for an entertaining show of sheep shearing and farm dog trials. We then travel to the amazing Te Puia Thermal reserve and the Maori Arts and Craft Institute. We give you the choice of what to do this afternoon and it's included at no extra cost. Choose from visiting the fascinating Rotorua Museum or taking a relaxing dip in the mineral waters of the Polynesian Spa. The rest of the afternoon is at leisure.
Day 8 Huka Falls, Lake Taupo, Te Papa, Wellington (BD)
See the Wairakei Geothermal Power Station, Huka Falls and Lake Taupo. Continue south through the world famous Tongariro National Park as featured in the "Lord of the Rings" movies. Uon arrival in Wellington, enjoy a guided tour of Te Papa, New Zealand's innovative national museum.
Overnight: Wellington, Mercure Hotel
Day 9 Marlborough Sounds, Christchurch (BD)
This morning we board the Interislander Ferry for our cruise from the north to the south island. We cruise through the breathtaking beauty of the Marlborough Sounds and then wind our way through the gentle waterways of the Queen Charlotte Sounds. Arriving in Picton, it's back on the coach as we journey down through the wine region of Blenheim and along the spectacular east coast, inclduing a short stop at the Kaikoura seal colony. Tonight stay in the garden city of Christchurch.
Day 10 Christchurch, Homeport
Following breakfast transfer to Christchurch airport.
Departure Dates: April 14, 17, 28; May 12, 19; Sept. 1, 11, 15, 25, 29; Oct. 6, 20, 23, 27, 30;Nov. 3, 10, 13, 1, 20, 24, 27; Dec. 1, 8, 11, 15, 22, 29
All prices are per person, twin share. Fully inclusive of all sightseeing, entrance fees, rail, meals as specified & accommodation.
Single Supplement $420

New Zealand Scenic Explorer 13 Days/ 11 Nights from Auckland to Christchurch from $2,509*
Day 1. Auckland, Waitomo, Rotorua We depart Auckland Crowne Plaza Hotel at 8.30 a.m. Journey south to Waitomo Limestone Caves and join a tour before continuing to Rotorua. This evening enjoy a traditional New Zealand feast and Maori cultural performance.
Two Night Stay: Rotorua, Millenium Hotel
Day 2. FREEDOM OF CHOICE, Rotorua Today you choose the experience and we will include it. Perhaps tour Rainbow Springs Nature Park or the Maori Arts and Crafts Institute. Enjoy a forest walk, a lake cruise or trout fishing. The choice is yours!
Country Homestay option available tonight. (BD)
Day 3. Rotorua, Lake Taupo, Wellington As we journey south we view spectacular Huka Falls and picturesque Lake Taupo. We travel across the vast volcanic plateau of World Heritage-listed Tongariro National Park to Wellington.
Accommodation: Wellington, Hotel Intercontinental. (BD)
Day 4. Wellington, Nelson Today our Inter-Island cruise takes us across Cook Strait to the South Island. This afternoon journey to Nelson where upon arrival we visit the World of Wearable Arts Museum.
Accommodation: Nelson, The Rutherford Hotel. (BD)
Day 5. Nelson, Franz Josef Journey to the West Coast and follow the rugged coastline to Franz Josef. Perhaps enjoy a scenic flight (weather permitting, own expense). Tonight enjoy our delicious West Coast Specialty dinner.
Accommodation: Franz Josef, Franz Josef Glacier Hotel. (BD)
Day 6. Franz Josef, Wanaka View incredible scenery today, crossing the Southern Alps. Enter the Southern Lakes district and travel to Wanaka township where you will have an overnight stay in this inspiring place of peace and tranquillity.
Accommodation: Wanaka, Edgewater Resort. (BD)
Day 7. FREEDOM OF CHOICE, Dunedin Journey through the heart of Central Otago to the East Coast and Dunedin. On arrival enjoy a choice of activities, included in your tour. Journey aboard the Taieri Gorge Train, Speights Brewery, or Cadbury Chocolate World. Perhaps visit the Otago Peninsula to see the Yellow Eyed Penguin or the Royal Albatross. The choice is yours!
Accommodation: Dunedin, Southern Cross Hotel. (BD)
Day 8. Dunedin, Te Anau Depart Dunedin this morning via the spectacular Southern Scenic Route to Invercargill. Enjoy time to explore New Zealand's southern-most city before continuing to the lakeside settlement of Te Anau.
Accommodation: Te Anau, Te Anau Hotel and Villas. (BD)
Day 9. Te Anau, Milford Sound, Queenstown Today we journey through some of New Zealand's most remote and untouched native forest to Milford Sound. On arrival we cruise the full length of this ancient fiord (weather permitting), as our nature guide explains the flora and fauna of this region.Two Night Stay: Queenstown, Queenstown Gardens Hotel. (BD)
Day 10. At Leisure in Queenstown, DINE AROUND DINNER Enjoy today at leisure (own expense). Tonight explore Queenstown with our Dine Around Dinner, where you choose the restaurant and we will pay! (BD)
Day 11. Queenstown, Mt Cook Journey through Lindis Pass to Mt Cook National Park. Perhaps enjoy a flight over this alpine region (own expense, weather permitting). Accommodation: Mt Cook, The Hermitage Hotel. (BD)
Day 12. Mt Cook, Christchurch This morning visit beautiful Lake Tekapo and view the tiny Church of the Good Shepherd. We cross the vast Canterbury Plains to Christchurch where your tour concludes. A departure transfer is included. (B)
We can arrange your flights within New Zealand, prices are date sensitive

Departures:
2003 Nov. 14, 16, 19, 26, 28, 30 Dec. 3, 7, 24, 31
2004 Jan. 6, 8, 11, 14, 19, 24 Feb. 2, 4, 6, 9, 12, 15, 18, 21, 24, 27
March 1, 3, 6, 10, 14, 17, 20, 25, 29

Low Season Rates apply:
April 4, 17, 29 May 6, 20, Jun3 8, July 12
August 5, 26 Sept. 7, 13,
Sept. 18, 30 Oct. 7, 11 16, 21, 25, 30, Oct. 7, 11, 16, 21, 25, 30 Nov. 4, 7, 11, 15, 19, 21, 23, 27
Dec. 3, 7, 24, 31

New! Tahiti Club Bali Hai in Moorea 7 Days/ 6 Nights with confirmed air from $915*
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