The Complete South Pacific

What's Included

• Transportation

  Travel between destinations via flights, high-speed catamaran, and local transportation, ensuring a seamless journey across Australia and New Zealand. Enjoy scenic ferry rides and optional flightseeing tours for a unique perspective of the stunning landscapes.

• Accommodation

  Stay in a variety of accommodations including the Rendezvous Hotel Melbourne, Hadley's Orient Hotel, Pullman Adelaide, Desert Gardens Hotel, Flynn Crystalbrook Collection Hotel, Sofitel Sydney Wentworth, Rydges Auckland, Novotel Wellington, Distinction Christchurch, and Millennium Hotel, offering comfort and convenience throughout your journey.

• Great Barrier Reef Excursion

  Explore the Great Barrier Reef from a high-speed catamaran and choose from a collection of included activities.

• Phillip Island Penguin Viewing

  Witness the Little Penguins on the beach at Phillip Island.

• Tasmanian Devil Conservation

  Learn about the endangered Tasmanian Devil and the conservation efforts aimed at its survival.

• Koala Conservation Center Visit

  See koalas in their natural setting during a stop at a koala conservation center.

• Uluru Champagne Toast

  At sunset, enjoy a champagne toast while gazing at Uluru.

• Chateau Tanunda Wine Tasting

  Taste world-class wines during a private tour of Chateau Tanunda in the Barossa Valley.

• Milford Sound Cruise

  Cruise the breathtaking Milford Sound and see why this fjord is one of the most visited sights on the South Island.

What's Not Included

• Optional Excursions

  Optional excursions such as the outer reef tour, camel ride at Uluru, and flightseeing tours are not included in the base package.
  
  

• Meals

  Meals are not included unless specified in the itinerary.
  
  

• Personal Expenses

  Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional activities, and gratuities are not included.
  
  

Experiences

Learn about the endangered Tasmanian Devil and the conservation efforts aimed at its survival.See koalas in their natural setting during a stop at a koala conservation center.

Options

Hobart: Bruny Island Gourmet Adventure Take a full-day tour of the spectacular landscapes and gourmet local produce of Bruny Island. On this journey, you’ll enjoy “seven courses” around the island, going from delicious stop to delicious stop, all led by a local guide. Visit the Bruny Island Cheese Co. for handcrafted cheese and locally brewed ales, and meet the artisans who make it. Taste fresh oysters straight from the shell at Get Shucked Oysters. Stop at Bruny Island Cruises Café for tea at a beachfront café while you’re regaled with tales of early island explorers and whalers. Taste wines from Australia’s southern-most vineyard, Bruny Island Premium Wines, and satisfy your sweet tooth at the Bruny Island Chocolate Company and Bruny Island Honey. Visit the Bligh Museum for a taste of the history of the area. Throughout your tour, you’ll be immersed in the scenery of the island, with deserted beaches and verdant rainforest, home to the incredibly rare white wallaby. Duration approximately 10 hour(s). Transportation is included. A minimum of 2 passenger(s) is required to operate this option.


This tour starts at 7:45 AM and ends at 5:30 PM.

Hobart: Bruny Island Gourmet Adventure Take a full-day tour of the spectacular landscapes and gourmet local produce of Bruny Island. On this journey, you’ll enjoy “seven courses” around the island, going from delicious stop to delicious stop, all led by a local guide. Visit the Bruny Island Cheese Co. for handcrafted cheese and locally brewed ales, and meet the artisans who make it. Taste fresh oysters straight from the shell at Get Shucked Oysters. Stop at Bruny Island Cruises Café for tea at a beachfront café while you’re regaled with tales of early island explorers and whalers. Taste wines from Australia’s southern-most vineyard, Bruny Island Premium Wines, and satisfy your sweet tooth at the Bruny Island Chocolate Company and Bruny Island Honey. Visit the Bligh Museum for a taste of the history of the area. Throughout your tour, you’ll be immersed in the scenery of the island, with deserted beaches and verdant rainforest, home to the incredibly rare white wallaby. Duration approximately 10 hour(s). Transportation is included. A minimum of 2 passenger(s) is required to operate this option.


This tour starts at 7:45 AM and ends at 5:30 PM.

Yulara: A Camel Ride, the Rock and a Sunrise Experience the majesty of the sunrise on Ayers Rock from a unique vantage point – the back of a camel! A peaceful one-hour camel ride brings you across the red sand dunes in the cool, clear morning air. Watch the sunrise over Ayers Rock bring the warm hues of the monolith alive. Learn about the flora and fauna of this UNESCO World Heritage Site from your friendly cameleer. After the ride, enjoy fresh-baked damper bread and hot, fresh tea and coffee. Duration approximately 2.5 hour(s). Transportation is included. A minimum of 1 passenger(s) is required to operate this option.

During the winter months, this option may not be available due to the timing of the sunrise. Due to the nature of this option, we require advance notice for any guest weighing 120kg/264lbs or more. Please inquire at time of booking.


Rotorua: Dinner with the Maori & Transfers Tonight, immerse yourself in the fascinating culture of the Maori as you travel to a traditional village. Learn about the warm-hearted Maoris and their lives before European colonists arrived in Aotearoa (New Zealand) and since. Enjoy an in-depth experience featuring authentic Maori entertainment such as the poi dance and the famous “Haka” war challenge. Finish your evening with an authentic Hangi dinner, pulled from the cooking pits right before your eyes. Come away with an appreciation of a unique culture, thousands of years in the making. Duration approximately 4.5 hour(s). Transportation is included. A minimum of 10 passenger(s) is required to operate this option.




Rotorua: Dinner with the Maori & Transfers Tonight, immerse yourself in the fascinating culture of the Maori as you travel to a traditional village. Learn about the warm-hearted Maoris and their lives before European colonists arrived in Aotearoa (New Zealand) and since. Enjoy an in-depth experience featuring authentic Maori entertainment such as the poi dance and the famous “Haka” war challenge. Finish your evening with an authentic Hangi dinner, pulled from the cooking pits right before your eyes. Come away with an appreciation of a unique culture, thousands of years in the making. Duration approximately 4.5 hour(s). Transportation is included. A minimum of 10 passenger(s) is required to operate this option.




Queenstown: Flight from Milford Sound to Queenstown Soar over the plunging cliffs, snowfields and alpine lakes of the pristine Southern Alps on a flightseeing plane that carries you back from Milford Sound to Queenstown. Seeing Milford Sound and Fiordland National Park from the air will give you a whole new perspective on the overwhelming beauty of this region. You’ll be captivated by 9,000 foot peaks and frozen lakes that can only be seen from above. Enjoy amazing views and skip the lengthy return coach ride to Queenstown. A truly spectacular trip! Duration approximately 1 hour(s). Transportation is included. A minimum of 4 passenger(s) is required to operate this option.

Availability for flightseeing is limited. As of 9/20/24 this optional tour is available to book both pre trip and on site. This option operates on a weather permitting basis only. Any guests over 130kgs/286lbs will need to be approved by vendor.
Duration: 40 minutes. This option does have a weight restriction of 130kgs/286lb. Please advise your weight upon booking, as any guests over 130kgs/286lbs will need pre-approval from the vendor.

Queenstown: Gold Seeker - Metal and Movie Discovery Tour Embark on a four-wheel drive adventure through the primeval, mystical landscapes of the New Zealand high country. In the vastness of an unspoiled wilderness, become lost in the grandeur of New Zealand’s South Island – a world immortalized on film in "The Lord of the Rings" trilogy. Trek to the place where the word “otherworldly” was tailor-made, the Remarkable Mountains, and the entrance to Skipper Canyon. Across roads created by pioneers 150 years ago, follow the miner’s old wagon trail along the Arrow River, and stop to try your hand at panning gold. Discover something incredible around every dramatic turn, narrow and twist of this thrilling safari tour. Duration approximately 4 hour(s). Transportation is included. A minimum of 10 passenger(s) is required to operate this option.

If you choose to cancel this option within 48 hours of the excursion date, payment is non-refundable.


Cairns: Outer Great Barrier Reef Jump in and explore the vibrant, colorful world teeming with life at the very edge of the Continental Shelf of the Great Barrier Reef. This massive reef system, the largest in the world, can actually be seen from space. Cruise across the water by catamaran to the Outer Reef pontoon where a diverse, bountiful ecosystem is yours to discover. See the kaleidoscopic underwater sea life up close as you snorkel along the reef. You’re sure to have a once-in-a-lifetime experience exploring one of the seven natural wonders of the world. Duration approximately 7 hour(s). Transportation is included. A minimum of 1 passenger(s) is required to operate this option.


Guests should be confident swimmers, able to swim at a leisurely pace for 10 minutes without stopping and be familiar with swimming in the open water for this optional. The swell of the ocean on the pontoon can be high at times of the day and can be intimidating for guests who are not confident in the water. There are life jackets and lifeguards on duty, and rest stations in the water for when swimmers need a break. Guests choosing this optional will not visit Green Island.

Culinaries

At sunset, enjoy a champagne toast while gazing at Uluru.Taste world-class wines during a private tour of Chateau Tanunda in the Barossa Valley.

Must See

Explore the Great Barrier Reef from a high-speed catamaran and choose from a collection of included activities.Witness the Little Penguins on the beach at Phillip Island.

Choice Highlights

Melbourne Melbourne is the capital and most populous city in the state of Victoria, and the second most populated city in Australia. It is located on the large natural bay of Port Phillip. The city was founded on August 30th, 1835. Melbourne is often referred to as Australia’s cultural capital because it is a major center for the performing and visual arts. Melbourne is said to be the birthplace of Australian dance styles, the Australian film industry, Australian impressionist art and the Australian television industry.

Little Penguins The little penguin is the smallest species of penguin. They are found on the coastlines of southern Australia and New Zealand. In Australia they are often called fairy penguins and in New Zealand they are known as little blue penguins or blue penguins.

Tasmania Tasmania is an island state a part of the Commonwealth of Australia located 150 miles south of the Australian mainland separated by the Bass Strait. The state includes in the island of Tasmania and the surrounding 334 islands. Tasmania is promoted as a natural state with 45% of Tasmania being reserves, national parks and World Heritage Sites. In 1856 it became a self-governing colony and was renamed Tasmania, and in 1901 became part of Australia.

Barossa Valley Wine Tasting Journey to the Barossa Valley, Australia’s famous wine region. Renowned among connoisseurs, the valley’s award-winning wines attract visitors from across the globe. Tour the region’s incredible and historic wineries, and sample these special vintages.

Uluru Uluru, also called Ayers rock, is a large, sandstone rock formation in the southern part of the Northern Territory of central Australia. It lies 208 miles southwest of the nearest large town, Alice Springs. The rock is one of Australia’s most recognizable natural landmarks. The rock stands at 1,142 feet tall and is 2,381 feet above sea level.

Cairns Cairns is a regional city in the far north of Queensland, Australia. The city was founded in 1876 and named after the then governor of Queensland. The region of Cairns ranks as the 4th most popular destination for international travelers in Australia. The city serves as a gateway point for those visiting the Great Barrier Reef. While being a gateway to Australia’s surrounding ocean, Cairns is also surrounded by rainforest, and also serves as a gateway to destinations like Daintree.

Great Barrier Reef Experience one of the seven wonders of the natural world when you climb aboard a high speed catamaran and set off for the Great Barrier Reef. As the world’s largest living organism, you’ll find over 2,800 individual coral reef systems which are home to amazingly diverse marine life. Their bright colors look remarkable against the turquoise waters. Jump in the water to snorkel and really experience the Reef in an immersive way! Stroll along the walking trails with a reef expert, simply relax on the beach, or meet with a marine biologist during an informative presentation. It’s a truly good day at the Reef, mate.

Sydney Opera House The Sydney Opera House is a multi-venue performing arts center in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. It is situated on Bennelong Port in Sydney Harbour, adjacent to Sydney’s Central Business District and the Royal Botanical Gardens. The facility opened on October 20th, 1973. The opera house comprises several performance venues which together make one of the busiest performing arts centers in the world hosting 1,500 performances each year attended by some 1.2 million people. More than 7 million people visit the opera house each year.

Auckland Auckland is a city in the North Island of New Zealand and is the largest and most populous area in the country. Roughly one third of New Zealand’s population resides here. Dating back to the year 1350 when the Maori people founded the land, known for being rich and fertile. It is now known for its parks, nature, and volcanic fields as well as rich culture, many festivals and a good quality of living.

Rotorua Rotorua is a city on the southern shores of the lake of the same name, on New Zealand’s North Island, and is in the heart of the North Island located 140 miles southeast of Auckland. The area is known for its geothermic activity and features geysers and hot mud pools as the town lies on the Rotorua caldera which is where the thermal activity is from. The tourism industry is by far the largest industry in Rotorua and is popular with both domestic and international tourists.

Wellington Wellington is located on the southwestern tip of the North Island. It is the world's southernmost capital city as well as being the most populous and remote as it is the furthest away from any other capital. Being built on the foreshore of a harbor and ringed by mountains, this gives the city the nickname Windy Wellington.

Christchurch Christchurch is the largest city in the South Island of New Zealand, and the county’s third most populous urban area. It is located on the South Island’s eastern coast. Christchurch officially became a city on July 31st, 1856, making it the oldest established city in New Zealand. Christchurch is known as the Garden City due the large number of public parks and residential gardens.

Queenstown Queenstown is a resort town in Otago in the southwest of New Zealand’s South Island. The city is built around an inlet called Queenstown Bay on Lake Wakatipu and has spectacular views of nearby mountains and the Southern Alps. The town was founded in the 1860s and is now known for commerce-based tourism, especially adventure and ski tourism, boasting over 200 adventure tourism activities to take part in.

Milford Sound Milford Sound is a fjord in the south west of New Zealand’s South Island. The sound runs inland for over 490 feet from the Tasman Sea and is surrounded by sheer rock faces that rise 3,900 feet on either side. Among the peaks are The Elephant at 4,977 feet, said to resemble an elephant's head, and The Lion, at 4,272 feet, in the shape of a crouching lion. Milford Sound is acclaimed as New Zealand’s most famous tourist destination.

Mode of Transport

Travel between destinations via flights, high-speed catamaran, and local transportation, ensuring a seamless journey across Australia and New Zealand. Enjoy scenic ferry rides and optional flightseeing tours for a unique perspective of the stunning landscapes.