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Highlights of Australia & New Zealand
22 Day Guided Vacation | Melbourne to Christchurch
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Three World Heritage Sites on one tour? It’s a reality on this two-country adventure. Whether you’re drifting across the Great Barrier Reef, sailing Sydney Harbour, gazing at Uluru, Kata Tjuta or cruising through Milford Sound, this Melbourne to Christchurch tour has ‘pinch me’ moments abound. These moments come with experiences of Indigenous heritage, from Maori a hangi in Rotorua to Aboriginal guides in the Red Centre.
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*Internal-vacation flights: Please note that prices include land and internal-vacation airfares, which AAT Kings will book in order to fulfil the holiday itinerary.
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Trip Details
What's included
- • Specialist team of two highly experienced Travel Director and Driver Guide
• 4 UNESCO World Heritage Sites – Uluru Kata Tjuta National Park, Great Barrier Reef, Sydney Opera House, Fiordland National Park
• Centrally located premium hotels
• Arrival and departure private airport transfers
Dining
- • 4 Dinners with Wine
- • 21 Full Breakfasts
- • 3 Lunches
- • 1 Highlight Lunch
- • 3 Highlight Dinners
- • 1 Be My Guest Morning Tea
- • 1 Farewell Dinner
Flight Information
- Day 1 – flights to arrive prior to 12 noon into Melbourne Airport
Day 22 – flights to depart anytime from Christchurch Airport
Internal-holiday flights: Please note that prices include land and internal-holiday airfares, which AAT Kings will book in order to fulfil the holiday itinerary:
Day 4 – Melbourne to Ayers Rock
Day 6 – Ayers Rock to Cairns
Day 9 – Cairns to Sydney
Day 13 – Sydney to Auckland
Day 16 – Auckland to Queenstown
Return airfares from your home port are not included in the price above.
Return airport to hotel transfers are included in the holiday price.
What to Bring
- • Water bottle
- • Warm layers in cooler months
- • Camera
- • Comfortable walking shoes
- • Sunglasses, sunscreen and hat
Fitness Requirements
Low level of fitness required
Itinerary
Settle into your hotel on the banks of the Yarra River and meet your Travel Director for a Welcome Reception and dinner at the South Wharf riverside pub, The General Assembly restaurant. It's a great opportunity to get to know everyone in a unique setting.
Hotel: Crowne Plaza Hotel Melbourne
Included Meals: Dinner with Wine
Join your Travel Director for a city sights tour that includes a private walk through Melbourne's famous hidden laneways. You'll discover the city's eclectic little lanes, arcades, café society and fascinating street art. There's time afterwards to explore the city on your own. Or, consider an optional experience to Phillip Island to see the nightly ritual of the Penguin Parade. Or simply relax and watch the world go by.
Hotel: Crowne Plaza Hotel Melbourne
Included Meals: Breakfast
If you’re still getting your Melbourne bearings, linger in town to explore boutiques, galleries, and eclectic suburbs. But if it’s time to venture further afield, you might want to sign up to discover the Great Ocean Road, a stretch of coastline that deserves its reputation as one of the most scenic touring routes in the world.
Hotel: Crowne Plaza Hotel Melbourne
Included Meals: Breakfast
The rusty red landscapes of Uluru beckon as you leave Melbourne for Ayers Rock Resort, experiencing the rugged desert landscapes while learning about the geological history of Australia. Stopping at the Mt. Conner lookout before arriving at Ayers Rock Resort. In the heart of Australia, Uluru has been home to the Anangu for millennia. You will discover their connection to the land when you arrive in the Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park at sunset to watch the shifting colours transform the desert. Follow your guide to the perfect perch to capture Uluru as the last of the day disappears, glass of bubbles in hand (of course). Not ready to go home yet? Discuss with your Travel Director the option to elevate your evening with the exclusive Uluru Barbecue Dinner.
Hotel: Desert Gardens
Included Meals: Breakfast
The only reason to get out of bed before dawn? For a magical Uluru sunrise. It’s a spiritual place, with stories of the Anangu, caretakers of this remote arid landscape revealed while you tour the base. The red desert follows you to Kata Tjuta, where nature humbles as you walk through the towering domes of this ancient rock formation. Cheers to the end of another amazing day.
Hotel: Desert Gardens
Included Meals: Breakfast
The only reason to get up before dawn on your last day in Uluru is to glimpse the kaleidoscopic Field of Light art installation of artist Bruce Munro on an Optional Experience. 50,000 glowing spindles of light blanketing the desert. Clamber to the top of a sand dune to marvel in the morning unfolding over this very special part of the world. Later, an Anangu artist will explain just what makes it so spiritual over an introduction to Western Desert art, introducing totems and symbols important to the region and represented in paintings and installations. Head to your next stop in tropical Cairns.
Hotel: Hilton Hotel Cairns
Included Meals: Breakfast
Cruising with crocs, a scenic railway ride into World Heritage listed rainforest, a wander along the Cairns Esplanade? Today the choice is yours. Celebrate the end of an incredible day at dinner on Cairns’ waterfront at Salt House for regional seafood plucked straight from the ocean, highlighting fresh, local ingredients, and prepared on their custom-built Argentinian wood fired grill.
Hotel: Hilton Hotel Cairns
Included Meals: Dinner with Wine, Breakfast
The world’s largest living organism, the Great Barrier Reef, never fails to dazzle. Set out on a catamaran to explore a kaleidoscope of colour. Strap on a snorkel or visit an underwater observatory and semi-submersible craft to take in the menagerie without getting your hair wet. A tropical buffet lunch is served onboard before you return to Cairns.
Hotel: Hilton Hotel Cairns
Included Meals: Lunch, Breakfast
Touch down in Australia’s largest city, and spend time at leisure in the buzzing metropolis of Sydney. Take a stroll along the iconic harbour, visit one of the city’s many bars, pubs, or restaurants, or simply while away the day at the beach. You decide how best to enjoy this bustling city of delights.
Hotel: InterContinental Hotel Sydney
Included Meals: Breakfast
Bring your stamina: today is one of innumerable highlights. Go on a tour of the Sydney Opera House, discovering its architectural and performance secrets. If these sails could talk. Then see the city from the water on a Sydney Harbour Highlight Lunch Cruise, enjoying a menu focusing on local food and wine. One icon to another: The world’s most famous beach beckons this afternoon, with your chance to pad along the sand at Bondi with Sydney’s beautiful people.
Hotel: InterContinental Hotel Sydney
Included Meals: Highlight Lunch, Breakfast
The hardest decision you have to make today: explore more of Sydney, or head to the Blue Mountains World Heritage listed wilderness on a tour (additional cost). The choice is yours.
Hotel: InterContinental Hotel Sydney
Included Meals: Breakfast
You could spend weeks exploring Sydney. Months even. But you have today, so get set for a wild ride. Your agenda is completely up to you, but we have more than a few ideas. And ideally a stroll through the Royal Botanic Garden, which offers so many lookouts for sparkling harbour views. This evening, celebrate your tour at a Highlight Dinner at Midden restaurant at the Sydney Opera House. Talk about ending on a high.
Hotel: InterContinental Hotel Sydney
Included Meals: Highlight Dinner, Breakfast
All you have to do today is sit back and enjoy the view as you cross the Tasman to embark on your next adventure.
Hotel: Horizon by SkyCity Auckland
Included Meals: Dinner with Wine, Breakfast
After a relaxed start, set your sights firmly on Auckland's main love: rugby. The interactive All Blacks Experience explores an introduction to the game as a part of New Zealand culture. Afterwards get the lay of the land on a city sightseeing tour including Bastion Point and Mission Bay.
Hotel: Horizon by SkyCity Auckland
Included Meals: Breakfast
Get ready for a much-anticipated trip to the charming village of Hobbiton. Upon arrival, set off on a guided tour through the 12-acre set. You'll have plenty of time for photo opportunities on the interactive hobbit hole and complimentary drink at The Green Dragon, and the Mill. After a stop for lunch (own expense) continue to Rotorua. This evening, embark upon the Te Po experience at Te Puia. Learn about Maori history and culture on this guided experience, which includes hangi-inspired cuisine and a cultural performance. It ends on a high at the Pohutu Geyser, where you'll view one of New Zealand's geothermal wonderlands.
Hotel: Millennium Hotel Rotorua
Included Meals: Highlight Dinner, Breakfast
Your destination this morning in Rotorua is the National Kiwi Hatchery Aotearoa, where you’ll join a Local Specialist for a tour. Learn about the work being done to save this rare native bird, get up close and see kiwi eggs being incubated, the hatching process, and even newly hatched kiwi chicks at this national leader in kiwi husbandry. This MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience is not only fun but will give you fascinating insights into New Zealand’s national bird. The feel-good vibes will follow you all the way to Queenstown, the self-proclaimed adventure capital of New Zealand.
Hotel: Millennium Hotel, Queenstown
Included Meals: Breakfast
Sheer cliffs, thundering waterfalls, glaciers and rainforest – if there’s a destination more inspiring than Milford Sound/Piopiotahi in Fiordland National Park, we’re yet to find it. After a cruise here, we’re sure you’ll agree.
Hotel: Millennium Hotel, Queenstown
Included Meals: Lunch, Breakfast
Today is all yours. Regroup for a Highlight Dinner at the historic Postmasters Cottage.
Hotel: Millennium Hotel, Queenstown
Included Meals: Highlight Dinner, Breakfast
Arrowtown, known for its charm, and Cromwell, for its stone fruit. Discover some of the rarest cars in NZ motorsports history during your visit to the Highlands Museum. Arriving at Lake Tekapo, you’re far from anywhere. Which practically guarantees dazzling stargazing in the UNESCO Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve.
Hotel: Peppers Bluewater Resort Lake Tekapo
Included Meals: Dinner with Wine, Breakfast
Get an early start to watch the sun rise over the lake or sleep in before heading north through South Canterbury to Christchurch. Take in the sights of a city coming back to life in a whole new way.
Hotel: Distinction Christchurch Hotel
Included Meals: Breakfast
Travel to Hurunui Hills, a hill-country farm in North Canterbury. Enjoy warm Kiwi hospitality with the Bamford Family. Soak up the stunning scenery, meet the farm animals, and discover what it is like to live off the land on this unique By My Guest experience. Then visit a local vineyard, Waipara Springs Winery, where it's time to relax over a platter-style lunch among the vines. A big day leads to a big evening, joining your Travel Director for with a celebratory Farewell Dinner.
Hotel: Distinction Christchurch Hotel
Included Meals: Be My Guest Morning Tea, Farewell Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch
How did three weeks disappear like that? Re-live all the memorable moments on your way home.
Included Meals: Breakfast
Please note: This itinerary may be subject to change.
Highlights of Australia & New Zealand
First Choice
22 Day Guided Vacation
Melbourne to Christchurch
Three World Heritage Sites on one tour? It’s a reality on this two-country adventure. Whether you’re drifting across the Great Barrier Reef, sailing Sydney Harbour, gazing at Uluru, Kata Tjuta or cruising through Milford Sound, this Melbourne to Christchurch tour has ‘pinch me’ moments abound. These moments come with experiences of Indigenous heritage, from Maori a hangi in Rotorua to Aboriginal guides in the Red Centre.
Highlights
Local Connection
Australia dazzles, or exploring remote reaches of the Northern Territory under a blaze of stars, or colourful alleys in Melbourne hand-in-hand with an art aficionado.
Cultural Immersion
Dive deep in to Indigenous culture at Te Pa Tu Maori Experience, where Maori culture is revealed through a traditional hangi meal and dance performance.
Cultural Immersion
Dive deep into Indigenous culture at Te Po Māori Experience at Te Puia, where Māori culture is revealed through art, tradition and cuisine.
Make Travel Matter
Your visit to a kiwi hatchery helps ensure the future of this adorable (yet endangered) bird for future generations of visitors.
World Class Nature
Nature humbles at Milford Sound, where plunging cliffs and raging waterfalls meet inky dark water. On your cruise you’ll begin to understand why dolphins and sea lions love living here.
Accommodation
Your Guided Holiday includes a range of quality accommodation for your comfort.
The accommodation you will enjoy on this tour includes:
Trip Details
What's included
- • Specialist team of two highly experienced Travel Director and Driver Guide
• 4 UNESCO World Heritage Sites – Uluru Kata Tjuta National Park, Great Barrier Reef, Sydney Opera House, Fiordland National Park
• Centrally located premium hotels
• Arrival and departure private airport transfers
Dining
- • 4 Dinners with Wine
- • 21 Full Breakfasts
- • 1 Be My Guest Dinner
- • 3 Lunches
- • 1 Highlight Lunch
- • 3 Highlight Dinners
- • 2 Be My Guest Morning Teas
- • 1 Farewell Dinner
Flight Information
- Day 1 – flights to arrive prior to 12 noon into Melbourne Airport
Day 22 – flights to depart anytime from Christchurch Airport
Internal-holiday flights: Please note that prices include land and internal-holiday airfares, which AAT Kings will book in order to fulfil the holiday itinerary:
Day 4 – Melbourne to Alice Springs
Day 7 – Ayers Rock to Cairns
Day 10 – Cairns to Sydney
Day 13 – Sydney to Auckland
Day 16 – Auckland to Queenstown
Return airfares from your home port are not included in the price above.
Return airport to hotel transfers are included in the holiday price.
What to Bring
- • Water bottle
- • Warm layers in cooler months
- • Camera
- • Comfortable walking shoes
- • Sunglasses, sunscreen and hat
Fitness Requirements
Low level of fitness required
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Settle into your hotel on the banks of the Yarra River and meet your Travel Director for a Welcome Reception and dinner at the South Wharf riverside pub, The General Assembly restaurant. It's a great opportunity to get to know everyone in a unique setting.
Hotel: Crowne Plaza Hotel Melbourne
Included Meals: Dinner with Wine
Join your Travel Director for a city sights tour that includes a private walk through Melbourne's famous hidden laneways. You'll discover the city's eclectic little lanes, arcades, café society and fascinating street art. There's time afterwards to explore the city on your own. Or, consider an optional experience to Phillip Island to see the nightly ritual of the Penguin Parade. Or simply relax and watch the world go by.
Hotel: Crowne Plaza Hotel Melbourne
Included Meals: Breakfast
If you’re still getting your Melbourne bearings, linger in town to explore boutiques, galleries, and eclectic suburbs. But if it’s time to venture further afield, you might want to sign up to discover the Great Ocean Road, a stretch of coastline that deserves its reputation as one of the most scenic touring routes in the world.
Hotel: Crowne Plaza Hotel Melbourne
Included Meals: Breakfast
Some parts of Australia are so remote that the only way kids can get an education is remotely via the School of the Air. Your next stop is the birthplace of the Alice Springs township, the historic Telegraph Station. Being this far flung also means there’s no light pollution from cars or skyscrapers. The result? Unrivalled stargazing (and a BBQ feast) with the Falzon family at their eco-oriented Earth Sanctuary World Nature Centre.
Hotel: Mercure Alice Springs Resort
Included Meals: Be My Guest Dinner, Breakfast
The rusty red landscapes of Uluru beckon as you leave Alice Springs for Ayers Rock Resort, your backdrop this afternoon is the world's largest rock monolith. Follow your guide to the perfect perch to capture Uluru as the last of the day disappears, glass of bubbles in hand (of course).
Hotel: Desert Gardens
Included Meals: Breakfast
The only reason to get out of bed before dawn? For a magical Uluru sunrise. It's a spiritual place with stories of the Anangu, caretakers of this remote arid landscape revealed while you tour the base. The red desert follows you to Kata Tjuta, where nature humbles as you walk through the towering domes of this ancient rock formation. Cheers to the end of another amazing day.
Hotel: Desert Gardens
Included Meals: Breakfast
So the other reason to get up early is to view artist Bruce Munro’s installation Field of Light at dawn – 50,000 glowing spindles of light blanketing the desert. Later, an Anangu artist will explain just what makes it so spiritual over an introduction to Western Desert art, introducing totems and symbols important to the region and represented in paintings and installations. Head to your next stop in tropical Cairns.
Hotel: Hilton Hotel Cairns
Included Meals: Breakfast
Cruising with crocs, a scenic railway ride into World Heritage listed rainforest, a wander along the Cairns Esplanade? Today the choice is yours. Celebrate the end of an incredible day at dinner on Cairns’ waterfront at Salt House for regional seafood plucked straight from the ocean, highlighting fresh, local ingredients, and prepared on their custom-built Argentinian wood fired grill.
Hotel: Hilton Hotel Cairns
Included Meals: Dinner with Wine, Breakfast
The world’s largest living organism, the Great Barrier Reef, never fails to dazzle. Set out on a catamaran to explore this natural wonder of over 1,500 species of fish, 215 different birds, 3,000 molluscs, six of the world’s seven marine turtle species, and 30 species of dolphins and whales are residents. Strap on a snorkel or visit an underwater observatory and semi-submersible craft to take in the menagerie without getting your hair wet. A tropical buffet lunch is served on board before returning to Cairns.
Hotel: Hilton Hotel Cairns
Included Meals: Lunch, Breakfast
Touch down in Australia’s largest city, with a harbour you could gaze at all day long. And all night. Freshen up, and do just that – at your leisure.
Hotel: InterContinental Hotel Sydney
Included Meals: Breakfast
Bring your stamina: today is one of innumerable highlights. Go on a tour of the Sydney Opera House, discovering its architectural and performance secrets. If these sails could talk. Then see the city from the water on a Sydney Harbour Highlight Lunch Cruise enjoying a menu focusing on local food and wine. One icon to another: The world’s most famous beach beckons this afternoon, with your chance to pad along the sand at Bondi with Sydney’s beautiful people.
Hotel: InterContinental Hotel Sydney
Included Meals: Highlight Lunch, Breakfast
Now you’ve found your bearings in Sydney, why not linger around the harbour – perhaps it’s time to glimpse it from above on a Sydney BridgeClimb? Tonight a Highlight Dinner back in the shadow of the Opera House at Midden restaurant.
Hotel: InterContinental Hotel Sydney
Included Meals: Highlight Dinner, Breakfast
All you have to do today is sit back and enjoy the view as you cross the Tasman to embark on your next adventure.
Hotel: Horizon by SkyCity Auckland
Included Meals: Dinner with Wine, Breakfast
We’ll take you out to Mission Bay and Bastion Point – have your camera poised – and then leave you to your own devices in the afternoon.
Hotel: Horizon by SkyCity Auckland
Included Meals: Breakfast
Get up close with NZ's national bird, the endangered kiwi, at a working nursery and hatchery. See how breeding programs help sustain the population. Then, immerse yourself in the Te Pā Tū Māori Experience, celebrating Māori history, traditions and future aspirations celebrated over forest kai horotai (seasonal canapés) with chef choice aperitif, and a delicious three-course meal.
Hotel: Millennium Hotel Rotorua
Included Meals: Highlight Dinner, Breakfast
You're invited to an exclusive Be My Guest morning tea at the Red Barn on a working dairy farm in the Waikato district. Expect country banter and have a go at the forgotten art of butter churning. The feel-good vibes that endure will follow you all the way to Queenstown, the self-proclaimed adventure capital of New Zealand. It makes perfect sense – there are ski fields, white-water river, and bridges strapped with bungy cords wherever you turn. And then there’s the dining scene; whether you’re in the mood for bulging burgers or lakeside tapas, ask us for recommendations on this leg of your Queenstown New Zealand tour.
Hotel: Millennium Hotel, Queenstown
Included Meals: Be My Guest Morning Tea, Breakfast
Sheer cliffs, thundering waterfalls, glaciers and rainforest – if there’s a destination more inspiring than Milford Sound/Piopiotahi in Fiordland National Park, we’re yet to find it. After a cruise here, we’re sure you’ll agree.
Hotel: Millennium Hotel, Queenstown
Included Meals: Lunch, Breakfast
Today is all yours. Regroup for a Highlight Dinner at the historic Postmasters Cottage.
Hotel: Millennium Hotel, Queenstown
Included Meals: Highlight Dinner, Breakfast
Arrowtown, known for its charm, and Cromwell, for its stone fruit. Take a bite. Arriving at Lake Tekapo, you’re far from anywhere. Which practically guarantees dazzling stargazing in the UNESCO Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve.
Hotel: Peppers Bluewater Resort Lake Tekapo
Included Meals: Dinner with Wine, Breakfast
Get an early start to watch the sun rise over the lake or sleep in before heading north through South Canterbury to Christchurch. Take in the sights of a city coming back to life in a whole new way.
Hotel: Distinction Christchurch Hotel
Included Meals: Breakfast
Travel to Hurunui Hills, a hill-country farm in North Canterbury. Enjoy warm Kiwi hospitality with the Bamford Family. Soak up the stunning scenery, meet the farm animals, and discover what it is like to live off the land on this unique By My Guest experience. Then visit a local vineyard, Waipara Springs Winery, where it's time to relax over a platter-style lunch among the vines. A big day leads to a big evening, joining your Travel Director for with a celebratory Farewell Dinner.
Hotel: Distinction Christchurch Hotel
Included Meals: Be My Guest Morning Tea, Farewell Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch
How did three weeks disappear like that? Re-live all the memorable moments on your way home.
Included Meals: Breakfast
Please note: This itinerary may be subject to change.
Highlights of Australia & New Zealand
First Choice
22 Day Guided Vacation
Melbourne to Christchurch
Three World Heritage Sites on one tour? It’s a reality on this two-country adventure. Whether you’re drifting across the Great Barrier Reef, sailing Sydney Harbour, gazing at Uluru-Kata Tjuta or cruising through Milford Sound, this Melbourne to Christchurch tour has ‘pinch me’ moments abound. These moments come with experiences of Indigenous heritage, from Maori hangis in Rotorua to Aboriginal guides in the Red Centre.
Highlights
Local Connection
Australia dazzles, or exploring remote reaches of the Northern Territory under a blaze of stars, or colourful alleys in Melbourne hand-in-hand with an art aficionado.
Cultural Immersion
Dive deep in to Indigenous culture at Te Pa Tu Maori Experience, where Maori culture is revealed through a traditional hangi meal and dance performance.
Cultural Immersion
Dive deep into Indigenous culture at Te Po Māori Experience at Te Puia, where Māori culture is revealed through art, tradition and cuisine.
World Class Nature
Nature humbles at Milford Sound, where plunging cliffs and raging waterfalls meet inky dark water. On your cruise you’ll begin to understand why dolphins and sea lions love living here.
Accommodation
Your Guided Holiday includes a range of quality accommodation for your comfort.
The accommodation you will enjoy on this tour includes:
Optional Experiences
Please note, prices for Optional Experiences are subject to change.
To ensure your holiday is filled with memorable experiences, we have included a range of quality Optional Experiences for you to choose from and partake in, if you wish, during your holiday. The experiences can be booked on tour through your Travel Director.
Great Adventures Introductory Dive (Cairns)
Adult Price: AUD 184.00
For an underwater adventure to remember, experience an introductory dive! It’s fun and no experience is necessary to take a fully supervised introductory dive. Professional and experienced instructors will guide you through every aspect of your dive, allowing you to have a relaxed, enjoyable experience.
Nautilus Aviation (Cairns)
Adult Price: AUD $199
Take to the sky on a 10-minute scenic flight. You will have the best seat to witness the iconic Great Barrier Reef from above.
Down Under Tours Daintree Dreaming With Ngadiku Walk (Cairns)
Adult Price: AUD $330 Child Price: AUD $294
Down Under Tours Kuranda Skyrail and Scenic Railway (Cairns)
Adult Price: AUD $199 Child Price: AUD $105
Join your Down Under Tours coach transfer to Smithfield Station. Here you join Skyrail and marvel at the World's Most Beautiful Rainforest Experience, including time at both Red Peak and Barron Falls stations, both with spectacular lookouts. On arrival in Kuranda, the Village is yours to explore. The vibrant and colourful Heritage markets take place daily. Your return to Cairns is aboard the famous Kuranda Scenic Rail. Winding around curves, across bridges and through hand-hewn tunnels, this amazing engineering feat is a tribute to our pioneers. Upon arrival at historic Freshwater Station, you will board your coach back to your accommodation.
Hot Air Cairns - 40 Minute Flight (Cairns)
Adult Price: AUD 440.00 + flight levy (Weekday), $495.00 + flight levy (Weekend)
Experience the fun & unique sensation of being in a Hot Air Balloon, flying gently high above the Atherton Tablelands, Australia. The balloon takes off from Mareeba on the Atherton Tablelands. Enjoy the picturesque landscape at dawn, floating in your Hot Air Balloon, time to really breathe in the wide-open spaces! We have Australia's largest fleet of Hot Air Balloons and a fun and highly trained crew to maximise the enjoyment of your balloon flight. It's just like a balloon festival, every day!
*Additional $30.00 insurance levy to be paid direct to Hot Air Cairns applies.
** If your tour ends in Cairns, you must have post tour accommodation or a late departing flight. Ask us for details
Phillip Island - Penguins, Koalas & Wildlife (Melbourne)
Adult Price: AUD $199.00
Child Price: AUD $139.00
If you’re curious about our native wildlife or just love animals, we’ve got you covered today! Start the day off with a visit to the Koala Conservation Reserve where you’ll join an experienced park Ranger and explore the tree top boardwalks to see the koalas up close in their natural habitat. Then there is the main attraction – The little penguins waddling up the sand to their dune burrow homes returning from their daily fishing excursion. Arrive at Phillip Island Parade Visitors Centre and learn about the life cycle of the little penguins and learn of the environmental and conservation initiatives in place to ensure the wildlife and vulnerable geology of Phillip Island remains protected. As the sun goes down, head to the beach and watch as the Little Penguins battle the surf and make their way to their dune burrows. See the Little Penguins up close as they return to their nests to greet their families.
FIND OUT MOREAll Blacks Experience- Guided Tour & Interactive Zone (Auckland)
Adult: $59 NZD
Child: $35 NZD
The All Blacks Experience is an introduction to “kiwi culture” through the lens of our national sport. An immersive and emotive state-of-the-art guided journey that showcases the All Blacks and our national teams in Black, through exceptional innovation and technology. Celebrate New Zealand’s heritage and culture then stand up to one of the most powerful All Blacks Haka’s that you will ever see! At the conclusion of the guided tour, you have the option of testing your skills in our interactive zones - try out your kicking, catching, line-out and accuracy skills against legendary All Blacks.
Air Milford - Milford Sound Flight Back to Queenstown (Queenstown)
NZ$495 Adult NZ$345 Child
A scenic flight from Milford Sound to return back to Queenstown. During the 35 minute flight take in panoramic views of spectacular scenery including glaciers, rivers, lakes and rainforest. Returrn transport to Queenstown accommodation is included.
Air Safaris - Grand Traverse Scenic Flight (Mt Cook)
NZ$470 Adult NZ$375 Child
Explore the alpine wonderland of the Southern Alps’ highest peaks and glacial lakes on this 45-minute scenic flight, including Murchison Glacier, Tasman Glacier, Main Divide, Franz Josef Glacier, Fox Glacier, westland coastal rainforests and Mount Cook.
Pure Glenorchy - Lord of the Rings Scenic Tour (road-Queenstown)
NZ$189 Adult NZ$99 Child
Lord of The Rings Scenic Tour: Visit the stunning locations from Lord of The Rings. Encounter lsengard, Lothlorien Forest, The Misty Mountains, Ithilien and many more. Experience the absolute beauty of the Dart River Valley and our closest world heritage area. Learn about the remarkable history and unique culture of Glenorchy. Our tour feature’s some of the world’s most spectacular scenery visiting Mt Aspiring World Heritage Area, Glenorchy, The Dart River Valley and Paradise. Encounter ancient beech forest, braided rivers and glacier carved valleys.
Uluru Scenic Flights (Uluru (Ayers Rock))
Adult: $145.00
Child: 145.00
A 20 minute, fixed wing scenic flight is a great way to take in the amazing landscape of Uluru. This small plane operator offer extended flights that include both Uluru and Kata Tjuta.
Bridge Climb (Sydney)
Adult Price: AUD 344.00
Child Price: AUD 149.00
The Rocks Pub Walk (Sydney)
Adult Price: From AUD 115.00
Tread in the footsteps of the convicts, larrikin gangs & locals of the past as you share a drink in four of Sydney's oldest pubs. Between watering holes, your guide will take you through the alleys & cobbled streets of The Rocks as they share the gossip, shouts and stories of Australia's first European settlement. Tour includes: A choice of a beer (285ml/10oz), house wine or soft drink at each pub. 2.5 hours in duration. Runs 2:30pm & 6.30pm daily. Commences from Harts Pub, Essex St & Gloucester Street, The Rocks.
Blue Mountains & Australian Wildlife (J15) (Sydney)
Adult Price: AUD 135.00
Child Price: AUD 95.00
Discover the vast wonders of the Blue Mountains, a World Heritage-listed site spanning over one million hectares. Immerse yourself in the diverse landscape, from lush rainforests to untouched bushland and awe-inspiring cliffs. Enjoy a leisurely walk through the charming streets of Leura and then witness the magnificent Three Sisters rock formation up close at Echo Point. From there, embark on your personalized exploration of this remarkable region, creating your own unique adventure.
FIND OUT MOREGreat Ocean Road & Twelve Apostles (Melbourne)
Adult Price: AUD 189.00
Child Price: AUD 129.00
Take a breath and enjoy a relaxed and unhindered view of the Twelve Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge and London Bridge all before lunch, beating the traditional afternoon rush. En route let us take you on a journey inland, reaching Port Campbell National Park to marvel at the iconic limestone stacks in the morning. Spend the afternoon with your experienced Driver Guide, meandering along the winding Great Ocean Road, taking in the spectacular coastal scenery, the Otway Rainforest and seaside townships.
FIND OUT MOREOchre Restaurant - 2 Course Dinner (Cairns)
Adult Price: AUD 65.00
Child Price: AUD 65.00
Ochre is an award-winning restaurant with a dedication to local produce, crafting native ingredients into modern exciting cuisine. The menu changes seasonally and is unique in its use of Australian native foods and regional produce.
Uluru Barbecue Dinner (Ayers Rock)
Adult Price: AUD 195.00
Child Price: AUD 135.00
Enjoy a sparkling wine on arrival at this unique and exclusive dining experience with Uluru as your stunning backdrop. Enjoy wine and beer with a classic barbecue of beef steak, lamb sausages, skewered chicken and garlic prawns, as well as a selection of fresh salads and a tasty dessert. There’s even time for stargazing.
Uluru Helicopter Scenic Flight (Uluru (Ayers Rock))
Adult: $315.00 AUD
Child: $315.00 AUD
Experience a unique view with a scenic helicopter flight over the Red Centre and see Uluru from the Air. You might choose the 15 minute flight to appreciate Uluru from the air or the recommended longer flight to witness Uluru as well as the extraordinary Kata Tjuta.
Wintijiri Wiru After Dark Show (Uluru (Ayers Rock))
Adult: $190.00 AUD
Child: $95.00 AUD
Wintjiri Wiru, which in the local Pitjantjatjara language means ‘beautiful view out to the horizon’. This breathtaking sound and light show brings to life the ancient Mala story of the Anangu people, a story passed on for thousands of generations. With the use of ground-breaking technology, choreographed drones, lasers and projections illuminate the night sky. Wintjiri Wiru takes place at Ayers Rock Resort, in the spiritual heart of Australia and is an immersion into Anangu culture. The experience begins with a transfer from Resort hotels to a sustainably-built platform where you will take a seat in the intimate amphitheatre.
Sydney Heli Tours - 20min Flight (Sydney)
Adult Price: AUD 240.00
Child Price: AUD 240.00
This is the best way to see Sydney in all its glory. See full panoramic views of the Harbour Bridge, Opera House, Manly Cove and Sydney’s spectacular Harbour and city skyline. This tour will leave you breathless! Throughout your 20 minute flight your pilot will be providing you with expert commentary via voice activated headsets. The photo opportunities are once in a lifetime on this journey in the sky.
If your tour ends in Sydney, you must have post tour accommodation or a late departing flight. Ask us for details
Sydney Heli Tours (30 mins) (Sydney)
Adult: $360.00 AUD
Child: $360.00 AUD
This is the best way to see Sydney in all its glory on an extended flight. See full panoramic views of the Harbour Bridge, Opera House, Manly Cove, Sydney’s spectacular Harbour and city skyline and as far north as Long Reef. This tour will leave you breathless! Throughout your 30 minute flight your pilot will be providing you with expert commentary via voice activated headsets. The photo opportunities are once in a lifetime on this journey in the sky.
Kiwi Birdlife Park (Queenstown)
Adult: $52.00 NZD
Child: $26.00 NZD
The Kiwi Birdlife Park is a wildlife sanctuary found in the heart of Queenstown. They hold and display over 20 species of native NZ wildlife in our 5 acre Park, all of which are part of nationally managed programmes. Your entry fee supports their conservation work. They offer guaranteed kiwi viewing in our specially constructed nocturnal houses, audio tours (available in English and Japanese; allow 45min), Conservation Shows (11am, 3pm; allow 30min) and Kiwi Feedings (10am, 12pm, 1.30pm, 4.30pm; allow 15min). They offer an all-day pass and the park can be enjoyed in all weather. Experience conservation in action!
KJET (Queenstown)
NZ$135 Adult NZ$69 Child
Take on the mighty Shotover River with Kawarau Jet (KJet) – Queenstown’s original Jet boat ride. Only KJet offers a 60 minute Queenstown Jet boat experience with unforgettable thrills, spins & exhilaration across three waterways in one of the world’s most stunning locations.
Appellation Central Wine Tours - Gourmet Food & Wine Tour (Queenstown)
Adult: $269.00
Cape Tribulation, Daintree & Mossman (Cairns)
Adult: $271.00
Child: 183.00
Travel in air-conditioned comfort vehicle to Cape Tribulation; through some of the oldest rainforest in the world. Enjoy a driver guided walk at Mossman Gorge, a cruise on the Daintree River, a tropical lunch set amongst the rainforest, and a walk on famous Cape Tribulation Beach. Included also is delicious exotic fruit ice cream at the Daintree Ice Cream Company and a stop at Alexandra Lookout, before returning home.
Auckland (Hobbiton Day Trip from Auckland)
Adult: $291.00 NZD
Child: $218.00 NZD
Travel from Auckland to Hobbiton. Experience the real Middle-earth at the Hobbiton Movie Set, where, in the heart of the Waikato region, you can step into the lush pastures of the Shire, as seen in The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit trilogies. You will be fully guided around the 12-acre set; past Hobbit Holes, the Mill and into the world-famous Green Dragon Inn, where you will be enjoy a buffet lunch. All tours of Hobbiton Movie Set now include an interior Hobbit Hole™ experience. Located on Bagshot Row™, these Hobbit Holes offer an authentic glimpse into the charming dwellings of Hobbits going about their daily lives in the Shire™.
Waiheke Island Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Tour (Waiheke Island)
Adult: $94.00 NZD
Child: $48.00 NZD
Cruise on the 40-minute passenger ferry to Waiheke Island in the Hauraki Golf. The Waiheke Island Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus is a brilliant way to explore the beauty of Waiheke. Visit various attractions, wineries, and beaches at your own pace. With multiple stops across the island, you can easily hop off at any destination that catches your interest. The buses are equipped with informative commentary, providing insights into the island’s history, culture, and attractions. Return ferry ticket included.
Waiheke Island Wine & Dine (Waiheke Island )
Adult: $159.00 NZD
Cruise on the 40-minute passenger ferry to Waiheke Island in the Hauraki Golf. On arrival meet the Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus to travel to your vineyard of choice**. Enjoy a seasonal, multi-course lunch with a glass of wine at one of Waiheke Island’s unique venues. After lunch, jump on the bus to travel to your next destination or head back to Matiatia to catch your return ferry. **Vineyard subject to availability.