This adventure may be short, but it’s certainly sweet. Think of it as a travel amuse bouche – a taster to inspire further trips to New Zealand. In just 4 days on this NZ holiday you pack in a lot of attractions, from Auckland’s windswept harbour, dotted with yacht sails, to the gem-like Bay of Islands, its archipelago of subtropical islets ideally explored on a cruise. Wherever this NZ tour takes you, expect a dose of heritage and Maori culture. Discover how and where New Zealand became a member of the Commonwealth and explore the streets of the country’s first European settlement and seaport.

Western Australia knows how to turn on the colour, whatever time of year you visit. Travelling from Perth to Kalbarri, you’ll tick off pink lakes, bright white beaches and turquoise lagoons, but things get even better when wildflowers are in bloom. Then the whole landscape seems to dial things up a notch. Expect some seriously good-looking scenery on this wildflower journey, from national parks to botanic gardens. In Geraldton, a Local Expert helps bring the Midwest’s spectacular landscapes to life, while in Kalbarri National Park, an Aboriginal guide shares stories of Country and the native bush species that have long shaped life here. Pretty and fascinating. A solid combination. This tr...

You could spend months exploring Western Australia on tours from Perth and just scratch the surface. In the right company, you can still explore a lot in two weeks. Think limestone Pinnacles, pink lakes, powdery white beaches, friendly dolphins in Monkey Mia, kangaroos in Lucky Bay and quokkas on Rottnest Island, superb wineries in Margaret River, record-breaking national parks. Also a great opportunity to join unique Aboriginal experiences along the way.

When you’re not exploring cultures and cuisines across the South Pacific and beyond, 83 nights on Queen Victoria bring with them a chance to really unwind and enjoy all your ship has to offer.

Cross the Australian outback on this 4-day small group tour from Uluru to Adelaide. Journey across 1,600 kilometres of changing desert landscapes, visiting the Kanku-Breakaways, Lake Hart and the historic township of Woomera. Stay in a mud hut in Coober Pedy where 70% of the population live underground, learn about opal mining and finish your adventure among the vineyards of the Clare Valley.

Discover some of New Zealand's most scenic sights on this 12-day highlights itinerary. Auckland is a great start to your New Zealand journey, with a half day highlights tour and time to discover the city of sails at your own pace. Next head to Rotorua where you will see the natural and man-made wonders of this geothermal wonderland, before flying to New Zealand's adventure capital, Queenstown. A trip to the majestic Milford Sound and a thrilling jetboat ride later, you are off to explore the glaciers and forests of the rugged West Coast. Last stop is the Garden city of Christchurch, with a dolphin watching cruise at Akaroa, surely a memorable end to your Highlights journey.

Southern calling? This trip to New Zealand unites some of the country’s most fabled playgrounds – think adventure-filled Queenstown tours, a World Heritage listed Milford Sound/Piopiotahi tour and possible gem-like Franz Josef/Waiau tours – with some of its must off-the-radar pockets. Have you heard of the Punakaiki Pancake Rocks, or glimpsed the turquoise lakes outside Twizel?

From north to south, east to west, Auckland to Christchurch, New Zealand is a country of contrasts. And that’s why we love it. One minute you’re drifting through World Heritage-listed gorges on a Milford Sound/Piopiotahi tour, then next you’re scaling ice on a Franz Josef/Waiau tour. Sometimes there’s a Maori-inspired feast on the menu; at others there’s award-winning wine. Spanning 17 days, two islands and countless things to do in New Zealand – both city and country – this trip is one for the record books.

Discover the Hunter Valley on this small-group wine tour from Newcastle Cruise Port. Enjoy boutique winery visits, premium wine tastings, local gourmet food samples, and scenic countryside views while traveling in a luxury Mercedes Sprinter with no more than 12 guests.

13 Days, featuring: Sydney