Contrasts of Australia and New Zealand
Want a bit of everything Sun, sand, city life, and wilderness all take centre stage on this Australia and New Zealand tour. Find yourself gliding across the Great Barrier Reef and getting to know the cities before Queenstown, Milford Sound, and hearing tales of Maori Warriors in just 18 incredible days.
Dining Summary
- 2 Welcome Reception (WR)
- 17 Breakfast (B)
- 3 Lunch (L)
- 2 Dinner (D)
- 3 Regional Dinner (RD)
- 2 Be My Guest (BMG)
- 1 Farewell Dinner (FD)
- Waikato District: Get a feel for country life at a Be My Guest morning tea on a dairy farm in the North Island.
- Hurunui: Step onto a working hill-country sheep farm. Experience what it is like to farm Merino sheep & Angus cattle in this beautiful part of the country. See the animals graze pastures in the open air and learn about where the best natural products come from.
- Rotorua: Immerse yourself in Maori traditions at a fun and entertaining evening, including a cultural performance and three-course seasonal meal meal at Te Po Maori Experience at Te Puia.
- Sydney: You'll learn who was the inspiration behind this secret garden on the Sydney Harbour foreshore.
- Rotorua: Visit the National Kiwi Hatchery Aotearoa and learn about the work being done to save New Zealand's national bird. Your visit contributes to saving the kiwi bird.
- Explore National Kiwi Hatchery in Rotorua, and Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve in Tekapo with a Local Specialist
- Discover Melbourne, Sydney, Cairns, Auckland, Arrowtown, Queenstown, Lake Tekapo, and Christchurch
- Hartley's Crocodile Adventures in Cairns and Wendy's Secret Garden in Lavender Bay
- View Geothermal activity in Rotorua, and the turquoise waters of Lake Tekapo
- Scenic Cruise On the Great Barrier Reef, and Milford Sound
- Lake Tekapo: This resort overlooks the pristine waters of Lake Tekapo in New Zealand's South Island.
Whats Included
- An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
- Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
- Porterage where hotels provide this service
- Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
- Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
- All land transport shown. All transfers shown
- Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
- Optional Experiences and free time
- A Trafalgar bonus - all Intra-Air Flights: Melbourne to Cairns, Cairns to Sydney, Sydney to Auckland, Auckland to Queenstown
Get ready for a trip like no other. Since 1947, more than five million happy past guests have discovered our difference. You’ll see top destinations, iconic sites, and get treated to exclusive local experiences – all with our team taking care of all the details. You’ll also discover the ways WE MAKE TRAVEL MATTER®, and how your journey leaves a positive impact. Do good, feel good, and make memories that last a lifetime.
Your bucket list moments
You’ll tick off not-to-miss iconic sights, local culture and unmissable natural wonders – all handpicked, planned and vetted by our Travel Experts who carefully craft your tour behind the scenes. Unlock the best of every place you visit and learn secrets from our local friends along the way.
Make unforgettable memories
Connecting you to experiences you wouldn’t otherwise have is what we do best. On all our tours you’ll be invited to the homes and businesses of locals for an exclusive Be My Guest experience, as well as a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. And on many itineraries, you will be enjoying a Stays with Stories accommodation experience, in some of the world’s most interesting locations.
Travel with complete ease
With Trafalgar everything is planned, vetted, booked and organized before you start. And, when you’re on your tour, Your Travel Director and Driver team handle all your logistics, bookings, tickets, transport and more – so all you have to do is enjoy your vacation and the freedom of living in the moment.
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Itinerary
| Day | Destination | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Welcome to Melbourne | ||
| 2 | Uncover Melbourne's Laneways | ||
| 3 | Cairns, in the Tropics | ||
| 4 | View Colourful Coral and Tropical Fish | ||
| 5 | Cairns, it's All Yours | ||
| 6 | Fly to Glorious Sydney | ||
| 7 | Savour the Sights of Sydney | ||
| 8 | Sydney, It's Your Choice | ||
| 9 | Kia Ora Auckland New Zealand | ||
| 10 | Delve into Auckland | ||
| 11 | Rotorua, the Cultural Hub | ||
| 12 | Adventure Capital Queenstown | ||
| 13 | Cruise Milford Sound | ||
| 14 | Indulge Yourself in Queenstown | ||
| 15 | Breathtaking Lake Tekapo | ||
| 16 | Christchurch, the Garden City | ||
| 17 | Meet a Local Farming Family | ||
| 18 | Farewell Christchurch |
