Travelpack

Highlights: Australia - New Zealand

Hotel featured:
Australia -Crown Promenade Melbourne
Australia -sails in the desert hotel
Australia -DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
Australia -Oaks Sydney Goldsbrough Suites
New Zealand -Rydges Auckland
New Zealand -Rydges Rotorua
New Zealand -DoubleTree by Hilton Queenstown
New Zealand -ibis Christchurch

Itinerary:
Mon 13 Mar 23: Australia
Stay at Crown Promenade Melbourne for 3 nights in a Double Room on Bed and Breakfast

Tue 14 Mar 23: MELBOURNE HALF-DAY CITY TOUR
Welcome to Melbourne, a city of contrasts, world famous sporting
arenas and historic gardens. Be dazzled by the wondrous sights of
Australia's most vibrant city and learn about Melbourne's
fascinating history with your expert guide. Join a small group tour
with Oceania to make the most of your stay as you zoom in and
around the city, visiting such wonders as Federation Square, the
MCG and our world-famous sports precinct, St Patrick's Cathedral,
Albert Park Lake (Formula 1) and over to St Kilda Beach. You can
even take a stroll in the gardens and visit St Patrick's Cathedral
when permitted. Visit world famous Albert Park, home of the Formula
One, Australian Grand Prix as well as the inner-city sports
precinct, home to the famous MCG and Melbourne Park where the
Australian Tennis Open takes place. Your tour will finish by
visiting Eureka Tower.You may choose to take the super-speedy
elevator to Eureka Skydeck 88 (entry optional add on), scraping
Melbourne's awe inspiring skyline where you will be spoiled with
360 degree views of the city, Port Phillip Bay and out to the
Dandenong Ranges and the Yarra Valley or a leisurely Yarra River
Cruise (optional add on)There will be a maximum of 11 people in
your group, so you will have plenty of opportunities to ask your
guide questions and get to know your fellow travellers.

Wed 15 Mar 23: PHILLIP ISLAND PENGUIN PLUS FULL DAY TOUR
Inclusions:
- Hotel pick up and drop off.
- Small group touring.
- Trained guide to talk and answer questions from passengers (no
headphones or iPods).
- Wi-Fi access while on board.
- Moonlight Sanctuary.
- Phillip Island Nature Park (Penguin Plus).
Let Oceania Tours whisk you away to discover Phillip Island's
unique nature experiences and dramatic landscapes.Your small group
tour will help to further the protection and conservation of the
local fauna and flora.The tour starts with a drivesouth-east from
Melbourne to reachMoonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Parkwhere
you will meet endangered species, kangaroos, wallabies and koalas
plus an array of colourful birds and reptiles.Your journey then
leads onto Phillip Island, the home of the Australian Motorcycle
Grand Prix and the famous Little Penguins.Upon arrival on the
Island, depending on the time of year and your interests,you will
visitWoolamai beachto see surfers ridingthewaves. During the
daylight savings months, you will travelto the town ofCoweswhere
you will have free time for dinner.In the winter months you can
have something to eat at the Penguin Parade Visitor Centre.Finally,
atrip to Phillip Island is not complete without its blacktie gala
event:thePenguin Parade.Head to theVisitor Centreto shop, have a
coffee and meander along the boardwalk to the viewing platform
where you will see the little penguins come ashore, decked out in
their tuxedos as they hurry off to find their burrows.

Thu 16 Mar 23: Private Transfer Hotel to Airport

Thu 16 Mar 23: Australia
Stay at Sails in the Desert for 3 nights in a Double Room On Bed and Breakfast

Thu 16 Mar 23: SOUNDS OF SILENCE DINNER
Inclusions:
- Hotel pick up and drop off.
- Star talk and star gazing.
- Entertainment.
Entered into the Australian Tourism Hall of Fame, Sounds of Silence
offers the best of the Red Centre distilled into four magical
hours. An unforgettable evening eating beautifully prepared food
under the sparkling outback sky. Your Sounds of Silence experience
begins with canapes and chilled sparkling wine upon a dune top
overlooking the Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. As the sun sets and
darkness falls, listen to the sound of a didgeridoo and join your
table of fellow travelers for an unforgettable dining experience.
The attentive staff will offer a selection of Australian wine and
beer while the first course is served at your table. As the night
sky twinkles to life, you will be welcomed to an interactive chef's
station where you will be served your choice from a freshly
prepared, bush tucker inspired menu incorporating native bush
ingredients. Settle back and listen to the resident star talker
decode the southern night sky. Locate the Southern Cross, the signs
of the zodiac, the Milky Way, as well as planets and galaxies that
are visible due to the exceptional clarity of the atmosphere.

17 Mar 23: ULURU SUNRISE AND FIELD OF LIGHT
Internationally acclaimed artist Bruce Munro is noted for his
immersive site-specific installations that employ light to evoke
emotional response, often in an outdoor context and on a monumental
scale. His Field of Light, inspired by a trip to Uluru over 30
years ago, is installed in a remote desert area within sight of
majestic Uluru. It is his largest installation to date, with Munro
and his team installing more than 50,000 slender stems crowned with
radiant frosted glass spheres. It is truly a magical sight to
behold.

Sat 18 Feb 23: KATA TJUTA SUNRISE & VALLEY OF THE WINDS
View an outback sunrise at Kata Tjuta and a walk with your Guide to
the Valley of the Winds. Hear fascinating stories of the geology,
history and culture of Kata Tjuta. This incredible formation of
rock domes extends six kilometres into the ground and is the
remains of erosion that began more than 500 million years ago. The
5.4 kms walk to Valley of the Winds takes you down into a timeless
haven within the domes through creek beds.

Sun 19 Mar 23: COMPLEMENTARY TRANSFER HOTEL TO AIRPORT

Sun 19 Mar 23: Private Transfer Airport to Hotel

Sun 19 Mar 23: Cairns
Stay at DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns for 3 nights in a Double Room on Bed and Breakfast

Mon 20 Mar 23: KURANDA SKYRAIL, SCENIC RAIL & RAINFOREST GOLD
Inclusions:
- Hotel pick up and drop off.
- Skyrail Rainforest Cableway.
- Free time in Kuranda Village.
- Transfer to Rainforestation.
- Rainforestation including Army Duck and Wildlife Park.
- Transfer to Kuranda.
- Kuranda Scenic Rail with Gold Class upgrade including: dedicated
host service, individual seating, lounge-style chairs, ambient,
historical decor including timber looking flooring, historical
photos and cedar interior, morning or afternoon tea, welcome drinks
served onboard the train 20 minutes prior to departure (on the
afternoon Scenic Train) Kuranda Scenic Rail gift pack including
Kuranda Scenic Railway badge, pen and postcard, souvenir trip
guide.
Down Under Tours Australia coach will pick you up from your hotel
to commence a 1 Day Kuranda, Scenic Rail, Rainforestation, Skyrail
Tour. Transfer to Smithfield Terminal to board the Skyrail
Rainforest Cableway at the scheduled time advised by the driver and
glide over and through the rainforest canopy to Kuranda. There are
two stations enroute where you can alight and enjoy a walk through
the rainforest to spectacular lookouts or visit the CSIRO
Interpretive Centre. Enjoy free time in Kuranda Village to explore
the "Village in the Rainforest" and its many attractions, including
the Heritage Markets which operate daily. Other Kuranda Village
attractions you may wish to visit are Birdworld, The Australian
Butterfly Sanctuary or Kuranda Koala Gardens (own expense). Board
the coach for transfer to Rainforestation, which is set in 40
hectares of gardens and rainforest. Try an amphibious Army Duck
ride before visiting the Koala and Wildlife Park. At 03:30pm board
the Kuranda Scenic Railway Gold Class Service for the journey to
Cairns, and enjoy spectacular views as the train travels through 15
hand cut tunnels and past spectacular waterfalls. Stop at Barron
Gorge to view the falls before arriving at Freshwater Station. Tour
concludes at approximately 05:15pm, at which time hotel drop offs
will commence.

Tue 21 Mar 23: OUTER BARRIER REEF - SNORKELLING
Inclusions:
- Cruise by fast wave piercing catamaran.
- Informative presentation by Marine Biologist.
- Semisubmersible coral viewing rides.
- Snorkelling equipment.
- Facilities for swimmers and nonswimmers.
- Underwater Observatory coral viewing.
- Transfers to/from selected pickup point
- Environmental Management charge.
What to Bring:
- Towel.
- Sunscreen.
- Swimwear.
- Hat.
- Credit card/cash for drinks and optional activities.
- Camera.
A Quicksilver coach will pick you up from selected pick up point
for your transfer to Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina Port Douglas,
the departure point of your cruise. At 9.30am board Quicksilver's
45.5 metre high speed wavepiercing catamaran to commence a full day
cruise. Travel in air-conditioned comfort to a spacious reef
activity platform moored in protective lagoons at the renowned
Agincourt Reef, on the edge of the Great Barrier Reef. Quicksilver
has facilities to enable both swimmers and non-swimmers to
experience this stunning reef world. Explore the reef from the
comfort of a semi-submersible, the underwater observatory or by
snorkelling. A range of optional activities are available including
up to two dives for certified divers, and novices can experience
the magic of scuba with a qualified dive instructor or an
Oceanwalker helmet dive. Also available are guided snorkelling
tours with a marine biologist and scenic helicopter flights over
the reef (all optional activities at own expense). Enjoy lunch on
board. Cruise concludes at approximately 4.30pm, at which time drop
offs will commence.

Wed 22 Mar 23: Private Transfer Hotel to Airport

Wed 22 Mar 23: Sydney
Stay at Oaks Sydney Goldsbrough Suites for 3 nights in a Double Room on Room Basis only

Thu 23 Mar 23: BLUE MOUNTAINS DELUXE DAY TOUR
Inclusions:
- Hotel pick up and drop off.
- Calmsley Hill Farm entry.
- Blue Mountains National Park.
- Entry to Mt Tomah Botanic Gardens with glass of sparkling wine.
- Knowledgeable guide.
- Small group touring in air-conditioned vehicle.
An AEA Luxury Tours/Mount n Beach Safaris vehicle will pick you up
from your hotel to commence a full day Blue Mountains Deluxe day
tour. The Blue Mountains is a real journey into the heart of a
unique World Heritage Region. The first stop is Calmsley Hill, a
working farm based attraction involved in animal rehabilitation
offering fabulous bush surrounds located near the heart of Sydney.
Arrive early to get up close to a range of native and farmyard
animals including Kangaroos and Koalas while enjoying a light
morning tea. Departing from Calmsley Hill, head to the Blue
Mountains. Visit one of a range of stunning outlooks of the Jamison
Valley with beautiful vistas, where possible away from the crowds.
Continue on to Eaglehawk Lookout for views of the famous Three
Sisters and to learn of the legends behind this famous rock
formation. Head to your lunch venue at the Hydro Majestic Hotel, a
relaxed venue with stunning views and enjoy a 2 course lunch
(beverages can be purchased at own expense). The afternoon is spent
visiting a selection of scenic lookouts. The view from Govett's
Leap is one of the most famous lookouts in Australia. Here the
magnificent waterfall drops a whopping 180m to the base of the
cliff. The last stop is the delightful Mt Tomah Botanic Gardens to
enjoy the sweeping views and a glass of sparkling wine or orange
juice before travelling back to your hotel.

Fri 24 Mar 23: PRIVATE SYDNEY HALF DAY TOUR
Inclusions:
- Private luxury vehicle and bottled water.
- Knowledgeable guide.
- 4 hours of touring.
What to Bring:
- Hat.
- Sunscreen.
- Camera.
An Australian Luxury Escapes vehicle will pick you up from your
hotel to commence the Half Day Private tour with a knowledgeable
guide.

Sat 25 Mar 23: Private Transfer Hotel to Airport

Sat 25 Mar 23: New Zealand
Stay at Rydges Auckland for 2 nights in a Double Room on Bed and Breakfast

Mon 27 Mar 23: Private Transfer Hotel to Airport

Mon 27 Mar 23: Rotorua New Zealand
Stay at Rydges Rotorua for 1 night in a Double Room on Room only Basis

Mon 27 Mar 23: TE PO COMBO (GUIDED TOUR & EVENING EXPERIENCE)
Inclusions:
- Guided walk with a highly experienced local kaiarahi/guide who
has connections to the whanau/family of the Whakarewarewa and
Rotorua communities.
- Hangi Dinner.
- Cultural performance and hot chocolate and steamed pudding at the
geyser terrace.
What to Bring:
- Weather appropriate clothing.
- Good walking shoes.
The legacy of welcoming manuhiri/visitors began almost 200 years
ago when the the people of Te Whakarewarewa were hosting the
country's first manuhiri to our geothermal wonderland. This legacy
continues today as you are welcomed by the descendants of those
original hosts. Be guided through the greenstone, wood carving and
flax weaving schools at the New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts
Institute,
Rotowhio Pa, Kiwi Conservation Centre and Te Whakarewarewa
geothermal valley including Pohutu geyser. Te Puia's world-famous
hangi buffet dinner is served in Pataka Kai Restaurant, Bar and Caf
.
The cultural performance will take place in the beautifully carved
meeting house, Te Aronui a Rua. It will include a pohiri
(traditional welcome), waiata (song), moteatea (traditional chant)
poi and haka. The evening culminates with hot chocolate and steamed
pudding surrounded by steam and the geyser terrace bathed in
coloured light. The minimum duration of Te Po combo is 4.5 hours.
Tour concludes at approximately 8.30pm.

Tue 28 Mar 23: Private Transfer Hotel to Airport

Tue 28 Mar 23: New Zealand
Stay at DoubleTree by Hilton Queenstown for 2 nights in a Double Room on Bed and Breakfast

Wed 29 Mar 23: QUEENSTOWN HIGHLIGHTS TOUR
- Return hotel transfers.
- View the dramatic Kawarau Gorge.
- Stop and watch AJ Hackett bungy jumpers.
- Wine tasting at Gibbston Valley Winery.
- Explore Arrowtown's historic Chinese Village and picturesque main
street.
- Panoramic photos from Coronet Saddle lookout.
- View the mighty Shotover River Gorge.
- Full commentary on sights and early history of the region.
Sit back, relax and soak up the scenic sights on this morning of
guided sightseeing. Discover the thrill of the Bungy! Watch
intrepid jumpers from the viewing deck, and feel the adrenaline as
they plummet at a height of 43 metres! Stop in into the "Valley of
the Vines" Gibbston region for a wine tasting at Gibbston Valley
Winery. Spend time exploring the 1860's gold rush history and the
picturesque colonial architecture of Arrowtown with time to wander
the main street and explore the Chinese Village. Finish with
breath-taking panoramic views from the Coronet Saddle lookout and
wind your way back to town via the Shotover River Gorge. Tour
duration is approximately 3 hours.

Thu 30 Mar 23: QUEENSTOWN TO CHRISTCHURCH INTERCITY BUS

Thu 30 Mar 23: ibis Christchurch
Stay at ibis Christchurch for 2 nights in a Double Room on Bed and Breakfast

Sat 01 Apr 23: Departure

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