Flyingroups

Itinerary

Introduction

Australia is world famous for its natural wonders and wide open spaces, its beaches, deserts, "the bush", and "the Outback".  It is one of the world's most highly urbanised countries; it is well known for the attractions of its large cities such as Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, and Perth.

New Zealand is a country of stunning and diverse natural beauty: jagged mountains, rolling pasture land, steep fiords, pristine trout-filled lakes, raging rivers, scenic beaches, and active volcanic zones. Kiwi are not only one of the national symbols – the others being the silver fern leaf and koru – but also the name New Zealanders usually call themselves.

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Day 1

the Land down under & Australia. Tour of Sovereign Hill.

Today, you are off on your exciting tour to Australia. Get set as you board your flight to the most spectacular part of the world. Arrive in Melbourne, upon arrival you will be met by our professional and experienced tour manager in the arrival area outside the customs hall. Drive to Sovereign Hills and step back in time and experience Australia’s gold rush days. After lunch, proceed for a tour of Sovereign Hills, Visit Gold Museum. Tonight enjoy a delicious Indian dinner in the Hotel.

Overnight at Hotel Mercure Ballarat & Convention Centre or similar in Ballarat (LL,D)

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Day 2

the Great Ocean Road & Australia’s most spectacular

After an early American breakfast at the hotel, get ready to spend the entire day at the Great Ocean Road. Enjoy the spectacular views over golden surf beaches, sheer cliff faces and magnificent stands of Eucalyptus. The Great Ocean Road hugs the coastline along the entire length of Port Campbell National Park. The coastline with it’s twisted shapes of amazing rock formation, the famous ‘Twelve Apostles’ – huge stone pillars rising from the surf, remnants of the London Bridge, a rocky promontory arch carved out by the continual force of the sea, the Loch Ard Gorge (site of the dramatic shipwreck of the ‘Loch Ard’– over 100 years ago), will give a photographer some spectacular pictures this evening. Check-in to hotel. Today enjoy Indian dinner at Hotel.

Overnight at hotel Oaks on the Market in Melbourne (B, D)

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Day 3

the sporting and cultural capital of Australia

After Breakfast, proceed for a city tour of Melbourne. Visit the famous and beautiful Royal Botanical Gardens, Town Hall, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, National Tennis center, the 1956 Olympic venue, the Shrine of Remembrance, Bourke Street Mall and some beautifully-restored Victorian houses. Guided tour of Melbourne Cricket Ground. Enjoy lunch at an Indian restaurant.

Later, drive to Phillip Island, home to Australia’s most popular wildlife attractions, the Penguin Parade, featuring dozens of fairy penguins which shuffle up from the sea at dusk on their way to underground burrows. After this beautiful spectacle, return back and enjoy an Indian vegetarian / non-vegetarian dinner. Overnight at Hotel Oaks on the Market or similar in Melbourne (B,L,D)

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Day 4

Fly to Cairns – one of the best tropical cities in the world.

After an American breakfast at the hotel, check out transfer to the airport for your flight to Cairns. (Flight Cost is not included) Check-in to the hotel. Tonight enjoy a delicious Indian Jain / vegetarian / non-vegetarian dinner at an Indian restaurant. Overnight at hotel Rydges Esplanade or similar in Cairns (B, LL, D)

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Day 5

An unforgettable experience to Green Island

After an early American breakfast at your hotel, proceed to board the cruise liner to the Green Island – a Marine National Park with unique rainforests, surrounded by white sandy beaches and magnificent coral reefs and abundant marine life. Green Island is a true coral atoll and is one of the most picturesque island resorts on the Queensland coast. The scenic beauty of the region attracts many visitors and the local national parks and islands are a tourist paradise. There are a million and one activities to partake in. Snorkel, dive and swim in the warm island waters, view the spectacular reef from the coral viewing tours, explorer Green Island National Park or just relax on the sandy beach. Green Island coral cay is readily identified from the air by its emerald rainforest surrounded by white sandy beaches and beautiful coral reefs. Enjoy a delicious continental lunch on board the cruise liner. After spending the entire day at the reef, you return with a lifetime of memories. Tonight enjoy an Indian dinner.

Overnight at hotel Rydges Esplanade or similar in Cairns (B,LL,D)

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Day 6

Kuranda & a village in the rainforest. Fly to Sydney

After an American breakfast at the hotel, check-out and proceed to Kuranda – a village in the rainforest. Enjoy Lunch. Here experience the Skyrail - a unique rainforest experience taking you on an unforgettable journey through Australia’s world heritage listed Tropical Rainforest. Later proceed to the airport to board your flight to Sydney. (Flight Cost is not included)On arrival check-in to the hotel. Tonight enjoy an Indian dinner.

Overnight at Hotel Holiday Inn / Sydney Boulevard or similar in Sydney (B,LL,LD)

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Day 7

Guided city tour of Sydney

After an American breakfast at the hotel, proceed on an exciting guided city tour of Sydney. Visit the famous Sydney Tower, the tallest tower in the southern hemisphere, enjoy a visit to the observatory deck for the most spectacular 360° aerial view of Sydney. Later enjoy lunch.

 

Also included is a guided tour of one the worlds’ most spectacular landmarks – the Sydney Opera House. Tonight, get set for the time of your life on board the Showboat dinner cruise. Enjoy a three – course Indian dinner, followed by a spectacular cabaret show, with a cavalcade of glamorous Australian and International artistes to entertain you Overnight at Hotel Holiday Inn / Sydney Boulevard or similar in Sydney (B,LL,LD)

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Day 8

Full Day Blue Mountain Tour

Today after an American breakfast in your hotel, proceed for full day blue mountain tour. Visible on a clear day from Sydney’s observation towers, the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains region is a popular destination for idyllic day trips away from the urban hustle. Visitors are rewarded with outdoor activities, memorable experiences, and the natural beauty found in Blue Mountains National Park, including rugged sandstone outcrops, cavernous valleys, and towering eucalyptus forests. Visit Featherdale wildlife park & Enjoy scenic world with ultimate discovery pass with Skyway / Cableway / Railway. Tonight enjoy a local Thai dinner.

Overnight at Hotel Holiday Inn / Sydney Boulevard or similar in Sydney (B,LL,LD)

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Day 9

Fly to Christchurch & the Garden city

Today after an American breakfast at your hotel, transfer to the airport to board your flight to Christchurch.(Flight Cost is not included) Enroute to the hotel, visit the International Antarctic centre – get as close as possible to the real South Pole. This interactive experience takes you on a journey of discovery, into the harshness of early Antarctic explorations, and the beauty of Antarctica’s scenery and wildlife.

Tonight enjoy an Indian dinner. Overnight at Crowne Plaza or similar in Christchurch (B, D)

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Day 10

Trans Alpine Express & the most scenic route in New Zealand.

After an American breakfast this morning, check out of the hotel and board the Trans Alpine Express for Arthur’s Pass. On this train ride you will pass through the most scenic sights of South Island. Arrive Franz Josef and check into your hotel. Enjoy lunch at an Indian restaurant. Evening is free to experience the scenic views here. Tonight enjoy a Western dinner at the Hotel.

Overnight at Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier or similar in Franz Josef (B,LL,D)

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Day 11

New Zealand’s adventure capital.

After an American breakfast at the hotel check out and drive to Queenstown via the Haast Pass. En route visit the puzzling world at Wanaka. Enjoy lunch. Tonight enjoy an Indian dinner. Overnight at hotel Mercure / Rydges Lakeland Resort or similar in Queenstown (B,LL,D)

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Day 12

the Milford Sound & a spectacular experience.

After an American breakfast at the hotel, travel via TeAnau through the awe-inspiring Homer Tunnel and the stunning glacier-carved Elington Valley, to arrive at Milford Sound. Enjoy the full-day on the unforgettable Milford Sound cruise, which sails right up to the mouth of the Tasman Sea (weather permitting). Enjoy Indian lunch on board the cruise. Experience the untouched paradise of Milford Sound and explore the natural wonders and history surrounding this deep fjord. Tonight enjoy an Indian dinner.

Overnight at hotel Mercure / Rydges Lakeland Resort or similar in Queenstown (B,LL,D)

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Day 13

Queenstown City Sightseeing's

This morning after an American breakfast, depart for a city tour of Queenstown. Later experience the famous Gondola ride, which is the steepest lift in the Southern Hemisphere and carries visitors high above Queenstown to the Skyline complex located on Bob’s peak. Enjoy buffet lunch. Later this evening enjoy a delicious dinner at an Indian restaurant.

Overnight at hotel Mercure / Rydges Lakeland Resort or similar in Queenstown (B,LL,D)

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Day 14

the Green and Blue Lakes.

After an American breakfast, proceed to the airport for your flight to Rotorua (flight cost not included). Visit the scenic Green and Blue Lakes.
After Lunch, visit the Agro dome for a New Zealand farm show featuring sheep dogs demonstrations, cow milking sheep show. Later, visit the TePuia Thermal Reserve and wander around the bubbling mud pools and see the famous ‘Pohutu’ Geyser. Experience the Whakarewarewa Cultural experience including a guided tour and concert. Set amidst a landscape of erupting geothermal activity, hot thermal springs and bubbling hot pools in the living thermal village of Whakarewarewa. Discover the unique lifestyle and traditions by joining a guided tour. Sit back and relax as TePakira Maori culture group entertain you with song and dance.

Tonight enjoy a delicious dinner. Overnight at Hotel Holiday Inn Rotorua or similar in Rotorua (B,L,D)

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Day 15

Visit the Waitomo Glowworm Caves.

After an American breakfast this morning, we take you to visit the Waitomo Caves through the lush Waikato region. Marvel at Mother Nature’s light display, as you glide silently through the starry wonderland caves of Glow-worm situated underground along the Waitomo River and gaze in silence at the myriad of glow-worm lights that make up the Glowworm Grotto. Enjoy a buffet lunch at The Waitomo Caves Homestead.

After an Indian lunch, drive to Auckland. On arrival proceed on a city tour. Visit Mt. Eden from where you have spectacular views of the city, harbor and many more interesting sights. Drive past the Victoria Park market, the West Haven Marina, the War Memorial Museum and through the Parnell, onto Bastion Point, Auckland’s most expensive residential area. Also included is a visit to the Sky Tower. At 328 metres, the Sky Tower offers views in every direction.Tonight enjoy an Indian dinner.

Overnight at hotel Auckland City Hotel or similar in Auckland (B,L,D)

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Day 16

Fly back home with wonderful memories of your holiday.

This morning after an American Breakfast, proceed to the Airport for your flight back home. Return home with wonderful memories of your holiday. (B)