Australia & New Zealand

Duration

17 days

Tour Type

Discover Australia and New Zealand in 17 days of iconic sights, rich culture, and natural wonders.

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Overview

This 17-day adventure takes you through the heart of Australia and New Zealand, showcasing the vibrant cities of Sydney, Cairns, and Melbourne, and the scenic landscapes of Queenstown, Franz Josef Glacier, and Christchurch. From the architectural marvel of the Sydney Opera House to the awe-inspiring Great Barrier Reef and the mystical fjords of Milford Sound, this tour blends urban charm with natural beauty, offering a perfect mix of relaxation and adventure.

Highlights

Itinenary

Day 1: Arrival in Melbourne – Leisure Day

City: Melbourne
Meals Included: Dinner

Itinerary:
Arrive in Melbourne and transfer to your hotel.
Check-in and relax after your journey.
Enjoy leisure time to explore the local neighborhood.
Overnight Stay: Melbourne


Day 2: Melbourne City Tour & Phillip Island

City: Melbourne
Attractions:

  • City Orientation Tour

  • Fitzroy Garden

  • St. Patrick’s Cathedral

  • Melbourne Cricket Ground (Drive Past)

  • Penguin Parade at Phillip Island

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Itinerary:
Enjoy a panoramic city tour of Melbourne.
Visit Fitzroy Garden and see Captain Cook’s Cottage.
View St. Patrick’s Cathedral and MCG from outside.
Head to Phillip Island for the famous Penguin Parade.
Overnight Stay: Melbourne


Day 3: Great Ocean Road Tour

City: Melbourne
Attractions:

  • Great Ocean Road

  • Twelve Apostles

  • Loch Ard Gorge

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Itinerary:
Take a scenic coastal drive along the Great Ocean Road.
Witness the iconic Twelve Apostles rock formations.
Stop by the dramatic Loch Ard Gorge.
Return to Melbourne by evening.
Overnight Stay: Melbourne


Day 4: Melbourne – Cairns (Flight)

City: Cairns
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Itinerary:
Fly from Melbourne to Cairns.
Transfer to the hotel and check-in.
Enjoy some free time or stroll along the Esplanade.
Overnight Stay: Cairns


Day 5: Great Barrier Reef Cruise

City: Cairns
Attractions:

  • Great Barrier Reef

  • Semi-submarine ride

  • Glass-bottom boat

  • Snorkeling

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Itinerary:
Full-day excursion to the Great Barrier Reef.
Enjoy optional activities like snorkeling or glass-bottom boat ride.
Have a buffet lunch onboard the cruise.
Overnight Stay: Cairns


Day 6: Cairns – Sydney (Flight)

City: Sydney
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Itinerary:
Fly to Sydney.
Transfer to the hotel and relax.
Enjoy your evening exploring the surroundings at leisure.
Overnight Stay: Sydney


Day 7: Sydney City Tour & Harbor Cruise

City: Sydney
Attractions:

  • Sydney Opera House (Outside View)

  • Bondi Beach

  • Harbour Bridge

  • Darling Harbour

  • Sydney Tower Eye

  • Sydney Harbour Cruise

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Itinerary:
Explore Sydney with a guided city tour.
Visit Bondi Beach and Darling Harbour.
Enjoy panoramic views from Sydney Tower Eye.
Take a relaxing cruise on Sydney Harbour.
Overnight Stay: Sydney


Day 8: Sydney – Christchurch (Flight)

City: Christchurch
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Itinerary:
Fly from Sydney to Christchurch.
Transfer and check-in at the hotel.
Explore the city or relax for the day.
Overnight Stay: Christchurch


Day 9: Christchurch – Franz Josef

City: Franz Josef
Attractions:

  • Scenic drive via Arthur’s Pass

  • Franz Josef Glacier (View Point)

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Itinerary:
Travel through Arthur’s Pass to Franz Josef.
Witness stunning alpine views en route.
See the spectacular Franz Josef Glacier from the viewing point.
Overnight Stay: Franz Josef


Day 10: Franz Josef – Queenstown

City: Queenstown
Attractions:

  • Haast Pass

  • Lake Wanaka

  • Arrowtown

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Itinerary:
Depart for Queenstown via scenic Haast Pass.
Stop at Lake Wanaka and the quaint Arrowtown.
Arrive in Queenstown and relax.
Overnight Stay: Queenstown


Day 11: Milford Sound Cruise

City: Queenstown
Attractions:

  • Milford Sound Fjord Cruise

  • Homer Tunnel

  • Mirror Lakes

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Itinerary:
Take a scenic journey to Milford Sound.
Cruise the stunning fjord surrounded by cliffs and waterfalls.
See Mirror Lakes and travel through Homer Tunnel.
Overnight Stay: Queenstown


Day 12: Queenstown – Day at Leisure / Optional Activities

City: Queenstown
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Itinerary:
Spend the day at leisure.
Optional: Try activities like bungee jumping, skydiving, or a jet boat ride.
Overnight Stay: Queenstown


Day 13: Queenstown – Mount Cook – Lake Tekapo

City: Lake Tekapo
Attractions:

  • Mount Cook View

  • Church of the Good Shepherd

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Itinerary:
Drive to Lake Tekapo via Mount Cook.
Marvel at the alpine scenery.
Visit the Church of the Good Shepherd on the lakefront.
Overnight Stay: Lake Tekapo


Day 14: Lake Tekapo – Christchurch

City: Christchurch
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Itinerary:
Return to Christchurch.
Spend time exploring the garden city or unwind at the hotel.
Overnight Stay: Christchurch


Day 15: Christchurch – Auckland (Flight)

City: Auckland
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Itinerary:
Fly from Christchurch to Auckland.
Check-in and spend the day at leisure.
Overnight Stay: Auckland


Day 16: Auckland City Tour

City: Auckland
Attractions:

  • Mt. Eden

  • Harbour Bridge

  • Tamaki Drive

  • Auckland Museum

  • Sky Tower

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Itinerary:
Enjoy a full-day tour of Auckland.
Visit key landmarks and learn about Maori culture at the museum.
Get panoramic views from Sky Tower.
Overnight Stay: Auckland


Day 17: Departure from Auckland

City: Auckland
Meals Included: Breakfast

Itinerary:
Check out from the hotel.
Transfer to Auckland Airport for your flight back home.

Inclusions:

✅ Accommodation in well-rated hotels

✅ Daily breakfast and select dinners

✅ All internal flights and transfers

✅ Entry fees to all listed attractions

✅ Professional English-speaking tour guides

✅ Sightseeing and day tours as per itinerary


Exclusions:

❌ International airfare

❌ Visa charges for Australia & New Zealand

❌ Personal expenses (laundry, tips, etc.)

❌ Travel insurance

❌ Optional tours not mentioned in the itinerary

❌ Meals not specified in the plan




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