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There are many differences between Australia and New Zealand. With this 16 days travel itinerary, you will visit some amazing scenic spots. As a special highlight, Kangaroo Island is included in this itinerary. Kangaroo Island is often overlooked for this part Australia, but it really is a hidden gem. In fact, this pristine island is considered by many as the 'Galapagos of Australia'.
For the New Zealand segment of this travel package, you'll begin with discovering the magic of the South Island. You will visit stunning places such as Milford Sound - an absolute 'must see'. Also, by taking a domestic flight to the North Island, you will save travel time and experience more of what New Zealand has to offer!
What to see with this 16 day Australia and NZ travel package:
Book your Australia and New Zealand travel package in 16 days:
Day 1Sydney
Meet your driver at the arrival gate at Sydney Airport to meet your driver. Get ready to explore one of the most beautiful cities in the world - there's so much to enjoy - stunning harbour views, golden beaches, the endless dining options and a vibrant nightlife.
Check in to The Grace Sydney
Optional - SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium
Optional - Manly Beach
Recommended - The Rocks
Day 2Sydney
Get to know the Sydney by taking a guided tour city tour. See the historic Rocks precinct, explore the famous opera house and wander through the beautiful Botanical Garden - you'll get to sit on Mrs Macquarie’s chair to absorb views of both the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House. Note: the Opera House 'Backstage' tour can be arrange at 7am before your Sydney City tour.
Check in to The Grace Sydney
Included - The Essentials Sydney Tour
Information - Bondi Beach
Optional - Sydney Opera House
Optional - Bridgeclimb Sydney
Day 3Port Douglas
Transfer back to Sydney Airport for a direct domestic flight to Cairns (3 hours and 15 mins). From Cairns, you'll be transferred to the lush area of tropical Port Douglas (1 hour drive away). Your accommodation is actually located within the perimeters of this popular holiday village - that way, you'll only have a short walk to most amenities and pick-ups for tours .
Day 4Port Douglas
Sail away in the luxurious Aquarius Catamaran. This is a dedicated snorkel-only vessel with no more than 20 people on-board. Cruise to the Low Isles Island in the Great Barrier Reef - swim and snorkel alongside green turtles and parrot fish. Explore the Low Isles lagoon, before returning to the comfort of the Aquarius to enjoy a great gourmet lunch. Take an informal guided walk around the island, before cruising back to Port Douglas.
Check in to Port Douglas Peninsula Boutique Hotel
Included - Aquarius Sail & Snorkel
Day 5Port Douglas
A driver guide will collect you from your hotel for the Daintree Tour. The tour begins with a drive towards the World Heritage forest region of the Daintree National Park. Step aboard a personalized craft for a cruise on the Daintree River. Cruise close to riverbanks and under the overhead canopy of the rain forest. Seek out the vivid Ulysses Butterfly, Kingfishers and other wildlife. As you glide along the silent backwaters, do your camera ready - you won't believe the size of those magnificent crocodiles!
Check in to Port Douglas Peninsula Boutique Hotel
Included - Daintree Wanderer Tour
Information - Daintree National Park
Optional - Wildlife Habitat
Optional - Hartley's Crocodile Adventures
Optional - Kuranda Skyrail
Optional - Daintree Ice Cream Company
Day 6Adelaide
Transfer back to Cairns Airport and take a domestic flight to Adelaide in Southern Australia. Adelaide is a cosmopolitan city, renowned for its museums, art galleries and wine. In fact, what makes this wine region so unique, is a combination of European heritage and the vitality of the Barossa lifestyle. There are many hidden treasures and much to see, including historic churches, cottages and famous wineries.
Check in to The Playford
Optional - Adelaide Planetarium
Optional - Adelaide Central Market
Optional - Adelaide Botanic Garden
Information - Adelaide
Day 7Adelaide
Its time to enjoy the highlights of South Australia’s premier nature destination, Kangaroo Island. After pick-up at 6.45am, you'll take a brief ferry trip to Penneshaw to visit the Seal Bay Conservation Park. (Note: instead of taking the ferry, you can choose to take a flight.) A Park Ranger will take you on a beach walk to see Australian Sea-lions. Stop for lunch in a beautiful bush setting at Vivonne Bay Bistro, then visit the Hanson Bay Wildlife Sanctuary to see koalas. Explore Flinders Chase National Park. Return to Adelaide via Rex Air at 7.30 pm.
Check in to The Playford
Included - One Day Kangaroo Island Experience
Information - Kangaroo Island
Day 8Auckland
Today, you're going to fly across to beautiful New Zealand! Transfer back to Adelaide Airport and flight from Adelaide to Auckland, New Zealand largest city. Transfer from the airport to your Auckland city hotel.
Check in to Grand Millennium Auckland
Information - Auckland
Day 9Rotorua
This morning, collect your rental car and start travelling to the Waitomo caves (3 hours) - it's time to see the architectural beauty of stalactites. We have included the 'Ruakuri Cave' tour, a walk through a dry cave (about 2 hours). If you want more adventure, go ‘Black Water Rafting’ or do the 'Black Labyrinth' tour by floating through the caves on a rubber tube. Alternatively, abseil through the darkness! (takes about 3 hours). End the day's adventure with a relaxing drive through the rural countryside to Rotorua (2.5 hours).
Check in to Regent of Rotorua
Included - Ruakuri Cave Tour
Optional - Waitomo Black Labyrinth
Optional - Waitomo Adventures
Day 10Rotorua
Plan for a full day in Rotorua. Visit the volcanic areas and hot pools around Rotorua. Take a sightseeing boat trip, then enjoy a traditional Hangi concert in the evening. Consider a Zipline adventure through the forest or relax by the lake with your fishing rod. A scenic flight over the Rotorua and Tarawera (3 + 4-star package) is also an option in the morning. For the rest of the afternoon, soak in one of nature’s hot springs or have a relaxing massage. If you are a keen Lord of the Rings fan, then a visit to the Hobbiton Village, is a 'must do'. Note: an original Maori Village (Ohinemutu) tour and an evening Hangi concert with dinner, is included in your itinerary.
Check in to Regent of Rotorua
Included - Rotorua Canopy Tours
Optional - Mitai Maori Village
Optional - Volcanic Air
Optional - Hobbiton Movie Set & Farm Tours
Day 11Rotorua
Rotorua and the Lake Taupo region is famous for geothermal activity. Located within the Pacific Rim of Fire, these areas of bubbling mud pools, clouds of steam, and natural hot springs, are a nature's wonderland. There are key thermal sites you should visit today.
Check in to Regent of Rotorua
Optional - Orakei Korako Geothermal Park & Cave
Optional - Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland
Optional - Waimangu Volcanic Valley
Optional - Wairakei Terraces & Thermal Health Spa
Optional - Hukafalls Jet
Recommended - Huka Falls
Information - Lake Taupo
Day 12Te Anau
Drop-off your rental car at the airport. Take a domestic flight to Queenstown or Invercargill (we will check the best flight connections for you). Collect another rental car outside the airport terminal carpark. We recommend the Southern Coastal route via Riverton and Tuatapere - here, the scenery is rugged, untamed and beautiful. The villages are small - classic New Zealand heartland! After arrival, in Te Anau you might want to go for a late afternoon walk at the famous Kepler Track.
Check in to Dock Bay Lodge
Recommended - Riverton
Recommended - Kepler Track Car Park
Day 13Te Anau
Look upon Te Anau as the gateway to the Fiordland National Park, New Zealand's hiking capital. Fiordland features a variety of unique wildlife, including penguins. Waterfalls cascade hundreds of metres into enormous fiords. You'll find a mixture of spectacular natural features. The fiord cliffs rise vertically, and waterfalls are giant canons of power. Join a guided tour into Milford Sound - this includes a nature cruise in the fjord. You can opt for a series of short walks with the nature guide. Another option is the guided morning walk on the famous Milford Track.
Check in to Dock Bay Lodge
Included - Milford Coach Cruise & Walk
Optional - Milford Track Guided Walk
Day 14Queenstown
Today, you'll have a very short 2.5 hour drive from Te Anau to Queenstown. Therefore, you will have plenty of time for more Fiordland walks or alternatively, ‘action time’ in Queenstown. Queenstown, is the Adventure Capital of New Zealand, with every variety of outdoor adventure you can imagine. Set on the shores of Lake Wakatipu, the Queenstown scenery is stunning! Queenstown also has some of New Zealand best boutique vineyards and is famous for Pinot Noir. Enjoy the perfect combo of sophisticated dining, shopping and adventure options.
Check in to Hidden Lodge Queenstown
Information - Queenstown
Optional - Arrowtown
Optional - Shotover Jet
Optional - Appellation Boutique Wine Tour
Optional - Queenstown Rafting Kawarau River
Optional - Ziptrek MOA 4-Line Tour
Optional - Kawarau Bungy Centre Queenstown – AJ Hackett Bungy New Zealand
Optional - Nzone Skydive Queenstown
Day 15Queenstown
As one of New Zealand's top destinations, Queenstown is a very busy place in the peak seasons. So if you're look for a bit of tranquility, drive out from Lake Wakatipu to the village of Glenorchy. The scenery here will thrill you! Glenorchy is the starting point for the famous Dart River Safaris. This is a guided jet-boating trip and sightseeing trip which feature Lord of the Rings Location areas. For something extra special, consider a private 4WD farm tour with a local guide We guarantee, you'll get an authentic experience of New Zealand's farming world.
Check in to Hidden Lodge Queenstown
Included - Dart River Safaris
Included - Paradise Discovery Tour
Day 16South Island
Return your rental car to Queenstown airport and depart to Sydney. You may want to spend some more time either in New Zealand or Sydney. We can arrange this for you, so please feel free to contact us for any itinerary amendments.
16 Days - Standard
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NZ$8990
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16 Days - Premium
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