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Australia and New Zealand Uncovered
Australia and New Zealand Uncovered
Uncover the core of Maori culture in New Zealand. Dive into the unparalleled Outback of Australia. This is Oceania, a paradise in the South Pacific. Cruise through the dramatic Milford Sound and the organic splendor of Abel Tasman National Park. Tour the Sydney Opera House to get a glimpse of the action behind the scenes. Admire the striking essence of Uluru (Ayers Rock) at sunset. Choose how you spend the day discovering the legendary Great Barrier Reef – by snorkeling, hiking, relaxing or learning. From sparkling coastlines to age-old traditions, take in the natural beauty and engaging society of these captivating countries.
| Day 1 |
On Cook Strait sits Wellington, New Zealand's charming windy city. Must-sees here include the waterfront, the lovely beaches, and the Wellington Cable Car that takes riders to botanical gardens. For cultural exposure, visit The Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa, with its Maori national treasures and art gallery. Wellington Zoo is another key attraction, and features Tahi, a one-legged kiwi, as its mascot. |
| Day 2 |
On Cook Strait sits Wellington, New Zealand's charming windy city. Must-sees here include the waterfront, the lovely beaches, and the Wellington Cable Car that takes riders to botanical gardens. For cultural exposure, visit The Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa, with its Maori national treasures and art gallery. Wellington Zoo is another key attraction, and features Tahi, a one-legged kiwi, as its mascot. |
| Day 3 |
On Cook Strait sits Wellington, New Zealand's charming windy city. Must-sees here include the waterfront, the lovely beaches, and the Wellington Cable Car that takes riders to botanical gardens. For cultural exposure, visit The Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa, with its Maori national treasures and art gallery. Wellington Zoo is another key attraction, and features Tahi, a one-legged kiwi, as its mascot. |
| Day 4 |
On Cook Strait sits Wellington, New Zealand's charming windy city. Must-sees here include the waterfront, the lovely beaches, and the Wellington Cable Car that takes riders to botanical gardens. For cultural exposure, visit The Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa, with its Maori national treasures and art gallery. Wellington Zoo is another key attraction, and features Tahi, a one-legged kiwi, as its mascot. |
| Day 5 |
The beach, shining sea, cruisy cafés, forest walks, beautiful landscapes, sun and blue skies, lots to play at, a thoroughly relaxed lifestyle, the artists attracted for the same reasons, their amazing art, the seafood, the wine, boutique breweries... this is Nelson....Just waiting for you!
Nelson is differentiated from other regions by its overall positioning as a boutique, lifestyle destination based on four main themes;Three national parks all within ninety minutes of each other yet offering totally different experiences - Abel Tasman (Coastal), Nelson Lakes (Alpine) and New Zealand's newest national park, Kahurangi (Wilderness). These and other natural areas are the base for a wide range of eco/environmental tourism experiences. Home to over 300 full-time artists who work in many different mediums; pottery/ceramics, glass blowing, woodturning, fibre, sculpture and painting. Our region is also home to arts events such as The New Zealand Wearable Art Awards and the New Zealand Garden Art Show. Kiwis who enjoy the good life have been coming here on holiday for years! Enjoy superb seafood like scallops, mussels, crabs as well as all sorts of fish; boutique wineries, hop growing and small local breweries, hillsides smothered with pipfruit orchards and berry fruit, and roadside stalls to buy the produce from. Add small, quality cafés to eat at, excellent lodges and character B&Bs, the highest sunshine hours in the country and some of the best beaches and you have a recipe for a great lifestyle destination. A relatively new image for Nelson, but one that's growing fast - All sorts of adventure experiences from the softest to the hardest, and mostly based on the natural, unspoiled environment. Sea kayak or walk the Abel Tasman, Tandem Skydive where the climate gives the country's highest jump days, 4WD motor biking through native bush, walk the Heaphy Track, cave under the Marble Mountain, 4WD along the Farewell Spit - Nelson is an adventure! |
| Day 6 |
The beach, shining sea, cruisy cafés, forest walks, beautiful landscapes, sun and blue skies, lots to play at, a thoroughly relaxed lifestyle, the artists attracted for the same reasons, their amazing art, the seafood, the wine, boutique breweries... this is Nelson....Just waiting for you!
Nelson is differentiated from other regions by its overall positioning as a boutique, lifestyle destination based on four main themes;Three national parks all within ninety minutes of each other yet offering totally different experiences - Abel Tasman (Coastal), Nelson Lakes (Alpine) and New Zealand's newest national park, Kahurangi (Wilderness). These and other natural areas are the base for a wide range of eco/environmental tourism experiences. Home to over 300 full-time artists who work in many different mediums; pottery/ceramics, glass blowing, woodturning, fibre, sculpture and painting. Our region is also home to arts events such as The New Zealand Wearable Art Awards and the New Zealand Garden Art Show. Kiwis who enjoy the good life have been coming here on holiday for years! Enjoy superb seafood like scallops, mussels, crabs as well as all sorts of fish; boutique wineries, hop growing and small local breweries, hillsides smothered with pipfruit orchards and berry fruit, and roadside stalls to buy the produce from. Add small, quality cafés to eat at, excellent lodges and character B&Bs, the highest sunshine hours in the country and some of the best beaches and you have a recipe for a great lifestyle destination. A relatively new image for Nelson, but one that's growing fast - All sorts of adventure experiences from the softest to the hardest, and mostly based on the natural, unspoiled environment. Sea kayak or walk the Abel Tasman, Tandem Skydive where the climate gives the country's highest jump days, 4WD motor biking through native bush, walk the Heaphy Track, cave under the Marble Mountain, 4WD along the Farewell Spit - Nelson is an adventure! |
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| Day 8 |
Accessible glacier located on New Zealand's South Island. Visitors can take guided hikes of Franz Jose to view its tunnels, crevasses and caves. |
| Day 9 |
Accessible glacier located on New Zealand's South Island. Visitors can take guided hikes of Franz Jose to view its tunnels, crevasses and caves. |
| Day 10 |
This beautiful resort town has a little something for everyone! Whether you are into skiing and snowboarding, jet boating, whitewater rafting, bungy jumping, or mountain biking there is no end to the year around adventure sports you can take advantage of. If you love wine, Queenstown lies close to the center of a small wine producing region, including The Two Paddocks vineyard which is owned by actor Sam Neill. If you're a movie buff, Queenstown and the surrounding area were used in the filming of The Lord of the Rings film trilogy. |
| Day 11 |
This beautiful resort town has a little something for everyone! Whether you are into skiing and snowboarding, jet boating, whitewater rafting, bungy jumping, or mountain biking there is no end to the year around adventure sports you can take advantage of. If you love wine, Queenstown lies close to the center of a small wine producing region, including The Two Paddocks vineyard which is owned by actor Sam Neill. If you're a movie buff, Queenstown and the surrounding area were used in the filming of The Lord of the Rings film trilogy. |
| Day 12 |
This beautiful resort town has a little something for everyone! Whether you are into skiing and snowboarding, jet boating, whitewater rafting, bungy jumping, or mountain biking there is no end to the year around adventure sports you can take advantage of. If you love wine, Queenstown lies close to the center of a small wine producing region, including The Two Paddocks vineyard which is owned by actor Sam Neill. If you're a movie buff, Queenstown and the surrounding area were used in the filming of The Lord of the Rings film trilogy. |
| Day 13 |
Sydney, Australia's iconic harbor city, is a dazzling blend of natural beauty and urban sophistication. At the heart of its allure is the world-renowned Sydney Opera House, an architectural marvel that hosts an array of performances from opera to contemporary music. Its distinctive sail-like design makes it one of the most photographed buildings in the world. A tour of the Opera House offers insights into its fascinating history and architectural innovations. Nearby, the Sydney Harbour Bridge provides a thrilling experience for adventure seekers. Visitors can climb to the top of this steel giant for panoramic views of the city and harbor, a breathtaking way to appreciate Sydney’s spectacular waterfront. For those who prefer a more leisurely experience, a walk across the bridge offers equally stunning vistas. Sydney's beaches are legendary, with Bondi Beach standing out as a must-visit destination. Known for its golden sands and surf culture, Bondi is perfect for a day of sunbathing or taking a dip in the Pacific. The Bondi to Coogee coastal walk offers scenic views of the rugged coastline and is a great way to explore other beautiful beaches along the way. Fun fact: Sydney's Taronga Zoo is unique for its conservation efforts and its stunning location overlooking Sydney Harbour. It's one of the few zoos in the world where you can see animals while enjoying views of the iconic skyline. |
| Day 14 |
Sydney, Australia's iconic harbor city, is a dazzling blend of natural beauty and urban sophistication. At the heart of its allure is the world-renowned Sydney Opera House, an architectural marvel that hosts an array of performances from opera to contemporary music. Its distinctive sail-like design makes it one of the most photographed buildings in the world. A tour of the Opera House offers insights into its fascinating history and architectural innovations. Nearby, the Sydney Harbour Bridge provides a thrilling experience for adventure seekers. Visitors can climb to the top of this steel giant for panoramic views of the city and harbor, a breathtaking way to appreciate Sydney’s spectacular waterfront. For those who prefer a more leisurely experience, a walk across the bridge offers equally stunning vistas. Sydney's beaches are legendary, with Bondi Beach standing out as a must-visit destination. Known for its golden sands and surf culture, Bondi is perfect for a day of sunbathing or taking a dip in the Pacific. The Bondi to Coogee coastal walk offers scenic views of the rugged coastline and is a great way to explore other beautiful beaches along the way. Fun fact: Sydney's Taronga Zoo is unique for its conservation efforts and its stunning location overlooking Sydney Harbour. It's one of the few zoos in the world where you can see animals while enjoying views of the iconic skyline. |
| Day 15 |
Sydney, Australia's iconic harbor city, is a dazzling blend of natural beauty and urban sophistication. At the heart of its allure is the world-renowned Sydney Opera House, an architectural marvel that hosts an array of performances from opera to contemporary music. Its distinctive sail-like design makes it one of the most photographed buildings in the world. A tour of the Opera House offers insights into its fascinating history and architectural innovations. Nearby, the Sydney Harbour Bridge provides a thrilling experience for adventure seekers. Visitors can climb to the top of this steel giant for panoramic views of the city and harbor, a breathtaking way to appreciate Sydney’s spectacular waterfront. For those who prefer a more leisurely experience, a walk across the bridge offers equally stunning vistas. Sydney's beaches are legendary, with Bondi Beach standing out as a must-visit destination. Known for its golden sands and surf culture, Bondi is perfect for a day of sunbathing or taking a dip in the Pacific. The Bondi to Coogee coastal walk offers scenic views of the rugged coastline and is a great way to explore other beautiful beaches along the way. Fun fact: Sydney's Taronga Zoo is unique for its conservation efforts and its stunning location overlooking Sydney Harbour. It's one of the few zoos in the world where you can see animals while enjoying views of the iconic skyline. |
| Day 16 |
Situated on the coast of South Australia, Adelaide shines as one of Australia’s cultural centers and boasts extraordinary natural beauty throughout. The city center brims with tons of attractions guaranteed to entice any traveler, from the sprawling Adelaide Central Market, to Adelaide Zoo, to Adelaide Oval Stadium. Be sure to marvel at the city’s unique collection of flora in the Adelaide Botanic Garden, then stop for a tasting of the region’s best wines at the National Wine Centre, mere steps from the botanical gardens. Just outside the city limits, the Cleland Conservation Park offers both spectacular wildlife, including native koalas, kangaroos, and wallabies, and cascading waterfalls, the most famous being Waterfall Gully. Better yet, make the trek to Kangaroo Island, just across the St. Vincent Gulf from Adelaide, to see even more indigenous animals on the island’s many hiking trails. Travel west of Adelaide to the Glenelg neighborhood and unwind on the warm sands of Glenelg Beach, or stop by the collection of museums, which includes the popular Art Gallery of South Australia, near the University of Adelaide. With so much to see and do, charming Adelaide is likely to become your next favorite Australian destination! |
| Day 17 |
Situated on the coast of South Australia, Adelaide shines as one of Australia’s cultural centers and boasts extraordinary natural beauty throughout. The city center brims with tons of attractions guaranteed to entice any traveler, from the sprawling Adelaide Central Market, to Adelaide Zoo, to Adelaide Oval Stadium. Be sure to marvel at the city’s unique collection of flora in the Adelaide Botanic Garden, then stop for a tasting of the region’s best wines at the National Wine Centre, mere steps from the botanical gardens. Just outside the city limits, the Cleland Conservation Park offers both spectacular wildlife, including native koalas, kangaroos, and wallabies, and cascading waterfalls, the most famous being Waterfall Gully. Better yet, make the trek to Kangaroo Island, just across the St. Vincent Gulf from Adelaide, to see even more indigenous animals on the island’s many hiking trails. Travel west of Adelaide to the Glenelg neighborhood and unwind on the warm sands of Glenelg Beach, or stop by the collection of museums, which includes the popular Art Gallery of South Australia, near the University of Adelaide. With so much to see and do, charming Adelaide is likely to become your next favorite Australian destination! |
| Day 18 |
Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, national park in the Northern Territory, Australia, in the arid center of the continent, southwest of Alice Springs. The area was established as Ayers Rock/Mount Olga National Park in 1958 and renamed Uluru National Park in 1977. In 1985 the land was officially returned to its traditional owners, the region's Aborigines. The Aborigines then leased the area to the Australian National Parks and Wildlife Service. In 1987 the park was placed on the World Heritage List, a listing by the World Heritage Convention of the world's unique and precious sites. The park was renamed Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park in 1993. |
| Day 19 |
Cairns is the majestic entrance to Australia's Great Barrier Reef. This warm, tropical destination is located in Far North Queensland. Must-see attractions in Cairns include the Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park, which educates tourists about indigenous peoples, and restaurant and bar-dotted Cairns Esplanade, which has a lagoon for swimming. Also, Daintree National Park, northwest of Cairns, has beautiful beaches, rainforests and canyons. |
| Day 20 |
Cairns is the majestic entrance to Australia's Great Barrier Reef. This warm, tropical destination is located in Far North Queensland. Must-see attractions in Cairns include the Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park, which educates tourists about indigenous peoples, and restaurant and bar-dotted Cairns Esplanade, which has a lagoon for swimming. Also, Daintree National Park, northwest of Cairns, has beautiful beaches, rainforests and canyons. |
| Day 21 |
Cairns is the majestic entrance to Australia's Great Barrier Reef. This warm, tropical destination is located in Far North Queensland. Must-see attractions in Cairns include the Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park, which educates tourists about indigenous peoples, and restaurant and bar-dotted Cairns Esplanade, which has a lagoon for swimming. Also, Daintree National Park, northwest of Cairns, has beautiful beaches, rainforests and canyons. |
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