One of our all time best selling trips; The Great Discovery combines the most phenomenal locations in Australia with New Zealand's breathtaking South Island. Icon's including the Great Barrier Reef, the Great Ocean Road, Milford Sound, NZ's Glacier Country, the Southern Alps and New Zealand and Australia's beautiful flora and totally engaging fauna make this the trip of a lifetime.
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Day 1: Arrive Sydney Arrive in to Sydney where you will be privately transferred to your superb hotel.
Accommodation : The Grace Hotel - 3 Nights in a Superior Room
Day 2: Sydney Exclusive, small group trip into the Blue Mountains Wilderness Area including lunch.
Day 3: Sydney Today is yours to spend at leisure exploring this wonderful, energetic city.
Day 4: Sydney to Cairns Private transfer to airport for your flight to Cairns. On arrival, you will be transferred to your beautifully appointed apartment
Accommodation : The Lakes Resort and Spa - 4 Nights in a One Bedroom Apartment
Day 5: Cairns Full day, small group 4WD Daintree Rainforest Wanderer Tour including lunch
Day 6: Cairns Full day, Outer Barrier Reef cruise including Michaelmas Cay Sanctuary and lunch.
Day 7: Cairns Today is yours to spend at leisure in the beautiful tropical environs of Cairns.
Day 8: Cairns to Melbourne Transfer to Cairns Airport for your flight to Cairns. On arrival you will be met and privately transferred to your stunning accommodation.
Accommodation : The Swanston Hotel Melbourne - 3 Nights in a Standard Room
Day 9: Melbourne Afternoon/evening, small group Penguins, Koalas & Wildlife Ecotour with dinner.
Day 10: Melbourne Today is yours to spend at leisure in exciting, sophisticated Melbourne.
Day 11: Melbourne to Port Fairy – Great Ocean Road Collect your rental vehicle and commence the spectacular drive through coastal towns of Lorne, Wye River and Apollo Bay to charming Port Fairy (5.5 hours).
Accommodation : Oscar's Waterfront Boutique Hotel - 2 Nights in a Riverfront Room
Day 12: Port Fairy Today is yours to spend at leisure in and around Port Fairy.
Day 13: Port Fairy to Robe – Great Ocean Road Continue to Robe (6.0 hours)
Accommodation : Best Western Melaleuca Motel - 1 Night in a Standard Room
Day 14: Robe to Adelaide – Great Ocean Road Continue on to Adelaide where you will return your rental vehicle and make your way to your lovely, well located hotel.
Accommodation : Majestic Roof Garden Hotel - 3 Nights in a Deluxe King Room
Day 15 & 16: Adelaide These days are yours to spend at leisure in delightful Adelaide.
Day 17: Adelaide, Australia to Christchurch, New Zealand Private transfer to Adelaide Airport for your flight to Christchurch. On arrival, you will be met and private transferred to your comfortable accommodation.
Accommodation : Arthurs Court Motor Lodge - 2 Nights in a Studio Unit
Day 18: Christchurch Rental car delivered to your accommodation and self drive trip to Akaroa including Akaroa Harbour Wilderness Cruise.
Day 19: Christchurch to Queenstown Take the scenic trip past Mt. Cook to Queenstown (6.5 hours).
Accommodation : The Rees Apartment Hotel - 1 Night in a Lakeview Hotel Room
Day 20: Queenstown to Milford Sound Overnight Milford Sound trip including dinner and breakfast.
Accommodation : The Milford Mariner - 1 Night in a Private Ensuite Cabin
Day 21: Milford Sound to Queenstown Take in the sublime alpine views as you return to Queenstown.
Accommodation : The Rees Apartment Hotel - 3 Nights in a Lakeview Hotel Room
Day 22: Queenstown Small group backcountry jetboat safari and half day independent Routeburn hike.
Day 23: Queenstown Today is yours to enjoy Queenstown at leisure.
Day 24: Queenstown to Franz Josef Travel to the spectacular West Coast to Franz Josef (5.5 hours).
Accommodation : Punga Grove - Two Nights in a Studio Unit
Day 25: Franz Josef Morning guided Franz Josef Glacier Hike. Afternoon at leisure exploring the area.
Day 26: Franz Josef to Karamea Enjoy the scenic drive up West Coast to unique Karamea (6.0 hours)
Accommodation : The Last Resort - Two Nights in a Studio Room
Day 27: Karamea Half day, guided trip through the fascinating, newly discovered Oparara Caves.
Day 28: Karamea to Nelson Drive across the top of the South Island to beautiful Nelson (5.0 hours).
Accommodation : Monaco Hotel and Resort - 3 Nights in a Studio Cottage
Day 29: Nelson Full day expertly guided, nature and wilderness sea kayaking trip including lunch.
Day 30: Nelson Until this evening, at leisure in Nelson. Celebratory farewell dinner.
Day 31: Depart Nelson, New Zealand Farewell New Zealand and board your flight home.
-COST IS PER PERSON BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY. SINGLE SUPPLEMENT AVAILABLE ON REQUEST.
COST IS PER PERSON BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY. SINGLE SUPPLEMENT AVAILABLE ON REQUEST.-PACKAGES ARE LAND ONLY AND DO NOT INCLUDE AIRFARES. COST PER PERSON VALID UNTIL 31 MARCH, 2011.
PACKAGES ARE LAND ONLY AND DO NOT INCLUDE AIRFARES. COST PER PERSON VALID UNTIL 31 MARCH, 2011.- SHOULD YOU REQUIRE ASSISTANCE WITH AIRFARES, PLEASE LET US KNOW.
-WE REQUIRE A NON-REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT OF 10% OF TRIP COST TO CONFIRM AND HOLD ARRANGEMENTS.
WE REQUIRE A NON-REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT OF 10% OF TRIP COST TO CONFIRM AND HOLD ARRANGEMENTS.-LAND ARRANGEMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY.
LAND ARRANGEMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY.-COST PER PERSON AS REFLECTED IN USD IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE BASED ON CURRENCY FLUCTUATIONS
COST PER PERSON AS REFLECTED IN USD IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE BASED ON CURRENCY FLUCTUATIONS UNTIL TIME OF FULL PAYMENT.
-FULL PAYMENT IS REQUIRED 60 DAYS PRIOR TO UNITED STATES DEPARTURE.
FULL PAYMENT IS REQUIRED 60 DAYS PRIOR TO UNITED STATES DEPARTURE.-BOOKINGS CAN BE MADE USING VISA, MASTERCARD OR CASHIERS CHECK AT NO EXTRA CHARGE.
BOOKINGS CAN BE MADE USING VISA, MASTERCARD OR CASHIERS CHECK AT NO EXTRA CHARGE.
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The Great Discovery - 30 nights / 31 days
Focal Points:
- The Blue Mountains Wilderness Region
- Daintree National Rainforest
- The Great Barrier Reef
- Philip Island Nature Reserve
- The Magnificent Great Ocean Road and the 12 Apostles
- Many Backcountry Discoveries
- Overnight Cruise in Milford Sound
- Incredible Australian and New Zealand Wildlife
- Franz Josef Glacier Climb
- Oparara Arch Cave Tour
- Abel Tasman National Park Sea-Kayaking
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30 nights accommodation
30 nights accommodationArrival and departure transfers in Australia
Arrival and departure transfers in AustraliaFull day, small group Blue Mountain Eco Tour including lunch in Sydney
Full day, small group Blue Mountain Eco Tour including lunch in SydneyFull day, small group 4WD Daintree Wanderer Tour including lunch in Cairns
Full day, small group 4WD Daintree Wanderer Tour including lunch in CairnsLuxury Outer Great Barrier Reef cruise including lunch in Cairns
Luxury Outer Great Barrier Reef cruise including lunch in CairnsSmall group Penguins, Koalas and Wildlife Tour including dinner in Melbourne
Small group Penguins, Koalas and Wildlife Tour including dinner in MelbourneLate model, automatic rental vehicle for Great Ocean Road trip (Toyota Corolla or similar)
Late model, automatic rental vehicle for Great Ocean Road trip (Toyota Corolla or similar)Arrival transfer in Christchurch
Arrival transfer in ChristchurchLate model, automatic rental vehicle for New Zealand journey
Late model, automatic rental vehicle for New Zealand journeySmall group Akaroa Harbour wilderness cruise
Small group Akaroa Harbour wilderness cruiseMilford Sound Overnight Trip including dinner and breakfast in Queenstown
Milford Sound Overnight Trip including dinner and breakfast in QueenstownSmall group Dart River Jet Safari including backcountry hike in Queenstown
Small group Dart River Jet Safari including backcountry hike in QueenstownIndependent half day hike on the Routeburn Track
Independent half day hike on the Routeburn TrackHalf day, small group Franz Josef Glacier Hike
Half day, small group Franz Josef Glacier HikeHalf day, small group experience of the Oparara Arch Cave System in Karamea
Half day, small group experience of the Oparara Arch Cave System in KarameaSmall group, expertly guided sea kayaking trip including lunch in Nelson
Small group, expertly guided sea kayaking trip including lunch in NelsonCelebratory farewell dinner in Nelson
Celebratory farewell dinner in NelsonAustralia and New Zealand Road Atlases
Australia and New Zealand Road AtlasesAustralia and New Zealand Sales Tax (GST)
Australia and New Zealand Sales Tax (GST)Comprehensive New Zealand Adventure Co. concierge and travel planning service
Comprehensive New Zealand Adventure Co. concierge and travel planning service24 hour on the ground assistance while in Australia and New Zealand
24 hour on the ground assistance while in Australia and New ZealandDeparture Dates 2010 / 2011: Daily, year round
Cost Per Person: US$6,155.00
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