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Great Barrier Reef
Australia & New Zealand Panorama
15 DAYS
MELBOURNE
AUCKLAND
QPACA
Melbourne Cairns Great Barrier Reef Sydney Queenstown Rotorua Auckland
The untamed, unspoiled natural splendour, sophisticated cities and bewitching landscapes of Australia and
New Zealand take center stage on this extraordinary discovery of two destinations unlike any other. Bask in
the brilliance of Waitomo’s glow worms, the dazzling hues of the Great Barrier Reef and watch the sun set over
the Sydney Opera House.
HIGHLIGHTS
• Enjoy a special Be My Guest experience at
the Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park
• Indulge in lunch & learn about Aussie
surf culture at Bondi Beach
• Explore the Sydney Opera House on a guided tour
• Toast the sunset on a dinner cruise
on Sydney Harbour
• View Darling Harbour from
your Sydney hotel room
• Discover native Australian animals at
Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures
• Snorkel & cruise on the Great Barrier Reef
• Discover Melbourne’s colorful hidden laneways
• Glide through the Waitomo Glowworm Grotto
• 2 free days to explore Queenstown,
New Zealand’s ‘adventure capital’
• Immerse yourself in rich Māori arts & culture
with the Tamaki family over dinner
Day 1
Welcome to Melbourne
On arrival in Melbourne you’ll be
transferred to your hotel. Early evening,
join your Travel Director for a Welcome
Reception and dinner on board the
famous Colonial Tramcar Restaurant.
It’s a great opportunity to get to know
everyone in a unique setting. Hotel:
Crowne Plaza, Melbourne, 2 nights. DW
Day 2 Melbourne
Day 3 Melbourne – Cairns
Join your Travel Director for an
exploration of Melbourne’s famous
hidden laneways. You’ll discover the
city’s eclectic arcades, café society
and fascinating street art. B
This morning you’ll fly to Cairns,
Queensland. On arrival join a local
expert for a private wildlife journey at
Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures. On a
boat cruise you’ll encounter koalas,
wallabies, birds and of course, crocodiles!
This evening why not dine in one of
the many local restaurants. Hotel:
Pacific Hotel Cairns, 3 nights. B
Day 4
Great Barrier Reef
Get ready for an experience of a
lifetime when you board a high-speed
catamaran and cruise to the outer
edge of the Great Barrier Reef.
View the spectacular coral and
tropical fish from the underwater
observatory and semi-submersible
craft. You’ll have the opportunity to
go snorkeling and experience this
natural wonder up-close (equipment
provided). Enjoy a tropical buffet lunch
before you return to Cairns. B L
Day 5 Cairns Free Time
Day 6 Cairns – Sydney
Today is free for you to discover Cairns.
Perhaps take one of our Optional
Experiences. Consider a journey on
the Scenic Rail to Kuranda, where
there’s time to explore the ‘village in
the rainforest’ including the Heritage
Village Markets.
This evening,
prepare for a very special Be My Guest
dinner and show at Tjapukai Aboriginal
Cultural Park. Experience a personal
Welcome to Country ceremony,
hear stories of the Dreamtime and
witness an entertaining high impact
performance by the indigenous group.
Then enjoy dinner accompanied by
the sounds of the didgeridoo. B BG
This morning you’ll fly to Sydney. On
arrival there’s time to relax before
boarding a Captain Cook Sunset
Dinner Cruise. Enjoy your meal and
the mesmerising views of Sydney
at night. You’ll pass magnificent
waterfront homes and parklands
and all the main harbor attractions
including the Harbour Bridge and Opera
House. Hotel: Hyatt Regency, Darling
Harbour View Room, 3 nights. B DW