Highlights of the South Pacific 2021
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Tour Operator:
Tour Code:
PK1
Start City:
Auckland
End City:
Sydney
Tour Style:
Tour Quality:
First Class
Tour Length:
17 days
Age Requirement:
8+ Years Old
Tour Capacity:
44
Physical Rating:
1 - Light
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Dates & Prices
| Start Date | End Date | Offers | Brochure Land Price | Quote |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 04, 2021 | Feb 20, 2021 | Get Lower Price | Get Quote | |
| Feb 18, 2021 | Mar 06, 2021 | Get Lower Price | Get Quote | |
| Mar 25, 2021 | Apr 10, 2021 | Get Lower Price | Get Quote | |
| Apr 08, 2021 | Apr 24, 2021 | Get Lower Price | Get Quote |
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Countries Visited
Cities Visited
Auckland, Cairns, Melbourne, Milford Sound, Port Douglas, Queenstown, Rotorua, Sydney, Waitomo
Tour Itinerary
Experience the best of Australia and New Zealand on an unforgettable tour filled with fascinating wildlife, dramatic scenery, and the region’s favorite cities.In New Zealand, float by boat through the Waitomo caves under the brilliance of thousands of glowworms, visit the picturesque farm that brought the Hobbit on movie set of The Lord of the Rings trilogy to life, and find inspiration from the majestic beauty of Fiordland National Park, where you’ll cruise the stunning Milford Sound to experience its pristine natural setting just as the Maori and European explorers did hundreds of years ago. Visit Te Puia, home to New Zealand’s largest geyser, bubbling mud pools and silica terraces and experience all that Queenstown offers as the “Adventure Capital of the World.”From Cairns, a full-day excursion takes you to the Great Barrier Reef to snorkel or to take a semi-submersible watercraft tour of the famous underwater world that explodes with color and marine life. You’ll also visit Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures for a guided tour to see native animals, including Cassowary, Wallaby, Quoll, and Crocodiles. Go behind the scenes at the world-famous Opera House in Sydney and enjoy a spectacular harbor cruise. Throughout this Australia and New Zealand tour, Globus has also arranged out-of-the-ordinary adventures to make your vacation unique. For example, learn about the Maori culture during a special Hangi dinner and Maori cultural performance Or how about a wine-tasting and tour on beautiful Waiheke Island near Auckland?From the South Pacific’s must-sees to its hidden gems, this Australia and New Zealand tour is a dream vacation!
Day 1: ARRIVE IN AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND.
Kia Ora—welcome to New Zealand! Hotel rooms are available for immediate check-in. A pre-night is not required for early check-in. Please schedule flights to arrive by 4:30 pm in order to attend this evening’s welcome briefing.
Day 2: AUCKLAND. EXCURSION TO WAIHEKE ISLAND.
This morning, enjoy an orientation tour of Auckland, the “City of Sails.” See bustling Queen Street, the city’s oldest park, Auckland Domain, and the historic Parnell Village. Then, take a ferry to beautiful Waiheke Island, where we’ll visit a [LF] WINERY for a tour, tasting, and lunch. The remainder of the day is yours to explore more of Auckland. (B,L)
Day 3: AUCKLAND–WAITOMO–MATAMATA–ROTORUA.
This morning, depart Auckland and travel through the green pastoral region of Waikato to the famous WAITOMO GLOWWORM CAVES. Experience a guided tour through the limestone chambers and passages of the cavern. Take a silent boat trip through Glowworm Grotto as you glide quietly beneath the lights of thousands of glowworms suspended from the cave ceiling. Next, stop at a picturesque farm near Matamata that was transformed into the HOBBITON MOVIE SET from The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit films. During your visit, see the hobbit holes, the Green Dragon Inn, and other structures built for the movies. Continue on to Rotorua for a 2-night stay. (B)
Day 4: ROTORUA.
This morning, visit TE PUIA, Rotorua’s most prominent thermal area with New Zealand’s largest geyser, boiling mud pools, and silica terraces. Next visit RAINBOW SPRINGS to view native bush and wildlife including the shy Kiwi bird. This evening, enjoy a traditional HANGI DINNER, followed by an authentic [LF] MAORI CULTURAL PERFORMANCE. (B,D)
Day 5: ROTORUA–QUEENSTOWN.
Fly to Queenstown, the “Adventure Capital of the World.” Tonight, take a scenic GONDOLA RIDE to the top of Bob’s Peak. Take in the spectacular mountain views and the lights of Queenstown below as you dine in the Skyline Restaurant. (B,D)
Day 6: QUEENSTOWN. EXCURSION TO MILFORD SOUND.
Today, enjoy a full-day excursion to Milford Sound. Travel into FIORDLAND NATIONAL PARK through the Homer Tunnel to Milford Sound. Boasting some of the most breathtaking scenery in the world, this region of New Zealand has been honored as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. CRUISE on the fiord, with sheer rock walls rising thousands of feet from the water’s great depths. Return to Queenstown late this evening. (B,L)
Day 7: QUEENSTOWN.
A full day at leisure for your own discoveries. Consider an optional visit to a local vineyard and sample some of the prize vintages—or maybe take a thrilling jetboat ride on the Dart River. Your Tour Director will have suggestions to help you plan your day to explore, shop, and enjoy optional activities. (B)
Day 8: QUEENSTOWN–MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA.
This morning, board your flight across the Tasman Sea to Melbourne. (B)
Day 9: MELBOURNE.
Today’s sightseeing tour includes landmarks such as Parliament House and the Shrine of Remembrance, a tribute to Australia’s war heroes. Visit beautiful FITZROY GARDENS, then drive past the lush Royal Botanic Gardens. You’ll soon discover the different architectural influences of this city as you see the Victorian Arts Centre and other buildings of significance. Next, enjoy a unique lunch experience on board the [LF] MELBOURNE STAR OBSERVATION WHEEL. Savor a sparkling drink and nibbles as you admire breathtaking 360-degree views of Melbourne and the bay. Tonight’s optional excursion to see the world-famous Penguin Parade on Phillip Island is highly recommended. (B,L)
Day 10: MELBOURNE.
Enjoy a full day at leisure to explore this multicultural and cosmopolitan city. Dine at a local restaurant and immerse yourself in Melbourne’s passionate food and wine scene or walk along Chapel and Brunswick Streets, famous for great shopping. Take a trip out of town to sample award-winning wines in the Yarra Valley or drive along the spectacular Great Ocean Road to see the “Twelve Apostles.” (B)
Day 11: MELBOURNE–CAIRNS.
Today, fly to Cairns, the “Gateway to the Great Barrier Reef.” Enjoy a special visit to the HARTLEY’S CROCODILE ADVENTURES for your chance to meet Australia’s native animals such as kangaroos, wombats, echidnas, and more. Before departing, get a [LF] PHOTO taken with a koala or a crocodile. The perfect souvenir! Dinner tonight is at a local waterside restaurant. (B,D)
Day 12: CAIRNS. EXCURSION TO THE OUTER GREAT BARRIER REEF.
Today, prepare for the experience of a lifetime when you board a catamaran and CRUISE to the Outer Great Barrier Reef. Explore this underwater world that is a dazzling kaleidoscope of color and brilliance. Your CRUISE to one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, includes the option to SNORKEL, take a GLASS-BOTTOM-BOAT TOUR, view the reef from an underwater observatory, and watch a fish feeding. (B,L)
Day 13: CAIRNS.
A full day at leisure. You may wish to take a trip into the Daintree Rainforest, the world’s oldest living rainforest and to beautiful Cape Tribulation. Other activities include hiking, relaxing by your resort’s pool, or window shopping at the boutiques and art galleries, where you are sure to find a favorite souvenir. (B)
Day 14: CAIRNS–SYDNEY.
Fly to Sydney, the largest city in Australia. The remainder of the day is at leisure. (B)
Day 15: SYDNEY.
Explore one of the world’s most beautiful cities. Visit the SYDNEY OPERA HOUSE, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, for a guided tour of its interior and theaters. Travel to Mrs Macquarie’s Chair in the city’s BOTANIC GARDENS for a great photo opportunity and sweeping views of the harbor, Opera House, and Harbour Bridge. Visit world-famous MANLY BEACH with time to explore the shops or perhaps go for a stroll on the beach. Afterward, take a FERRY back to Sydney Harbour and enjoy some of the city’s best views. Make sure to have your camera ready! (B)
Day 16: SYDNEY.
Enjoy a full day at leisure. Perhaps join our optional excursions to the Blue Mountains or to the Hunter Valley, one of Australia’s leading wine-growing regions. You can even climb to the top of Sydney’s Harbour Bridge! Your Tour Director will help you make the most of this exciting city. Tonight, enjoy a special farewell dinner at a WATERFRONT RESTAURANT overlooking Sydney Harbour. (B,D)
Day 17: SYDNEY.
Your tour ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
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Sightseeing & Activities:
AUCKLAND
Orientation; excursion to Waiheke Island with [LF] winery visit and lunch
WAITOMO
Visit Waitomo Glowworm Caves
MATAMATA
Visit the Hobbiton movie set from The Lord of the Rings trilogy
ROTORUA
Visit Te Puia and Rainbow Springs; enjoy a [LF] Maori cultural performance and Hangi dinner
QUEENSTOWN
Gondola ride to the top of Bob’s Peak for scenic dinner; visit Fiordland National Park and cruise on Milford Sound
MELBOURNE
Sightseeing tour; visit Fitzroy Gardens; [LF] Melbourne Star Observation Wheel
CAIRNS
Visit Hartley’s Crocodile Adventure with [LF] souvenir photo with a koala or a croc; Great Barrier Reef cruise with choice of activities
SYDNEY
Sightseeing tour; visit the Opera House, botanic gardens, and Manly Beach, ferry ride through Sydney Harbour; farewell dinner at a waterfront restaurant overlooking Sydney Harbour
Meals:
American breakfast daily, 4 lunches, 4 dinners including a traditional Maori Hangi dinner in Rotorua, and a farewell dinner at a waterfront restaurant in Sydney
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Dates & Prices do not include air travel.
Participation in this vacation requires purchase of the following flights from Globus, not included in pricing: (1) roundtrip air from your U.S. gateway and intra-vacation air segments, or (2) intra-vacation air segments only, starting at $1,050. Required intra-vacation air segments: Rotorua/Queenstown; Queenstown/Melbourne; Melbourne/Cairns; Cairns/Sydney. Air prices were effective on August 14, 2019, and their availability is limited. At the time you purchase your tour, air prices may be higher.
Gratuities for Tour Director, Driver and Local Guides are available for pre-purchase on the base vacation. For vacations that include an extension to the base, pre-paid gratuities only include the base portion. Any additional gratuities would need to be paid on trip.
Prices are per person, based on double room occupancy.
Single Room Supplement:
$2,050 to $2,330
Triple Room Reduction per person:
$250 to $295
Extra Nights per person in Auckland:
January & October & December: in single room $260; in twin room $147; in triple room $126
February–March & November: in single room $303; in twin room $168; in triple room $140
April & August–September: in single room $243; in twin room $138; in triple room $117
Extra Nights per person in Sydney:
January–March & September–December: in single room $383; in twin room $197; in triple room $163
April & August: in single room $365; in twin room $188; in triple room $157
2021 prices and itineraries are subject to change. Details will be available in August 2020.
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Auckland , New Zealand
Hinemaru Street
Rotorua , New Zealand
Corner Frankton Rd & Adelaide St
Queenstown , New Zealand
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Melbourne VIC, Australia
Wharf Street
Cairns QLD, Australia
68 Market Street
Sydney NSW, Australia
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