| Day 1 | ARRIVE IN SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA. |
| | Welcome to Sydney. The rest of the day is at your leisure. |
| Day 2 | SYDNEY |
| | Enjoy a morning guided sightseeing tour that includes an Opera House and Harbour Bridge photo stop. Visit stunning Bondi Beach, considered the most beautiful beach in Sydney by many. The afternoon is at your leisure. (B) |
| Day 3 | SYDNEY |
| | Enjoy a full day at leisure. Choose from our selection of optional excursions, including a cruise on Sydney Harbour and a climb to the top of Sydney Harbour Bridge. (B) |
| Day 4 | SYDNEY–CAIRNS–PORT DOUGLAS. |
| | Fly to tropical Cairns and transfer to Port Douglas, a beachside town surrounded by rainforest and the Coral Sea. Enjoy a 3-night stay in this tropical paradise. (B) |
| Day 5 | PORT DOUGLAS. EXCURSION TO THE OUTER GREAT BARRIER REEF. |
| | Today, prepare for the experience of a lifetime when you board a catamaran cruise to the Great Barrier Reef, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. Explore this underwater world that is a dazzling kaleidoscope of color and brilliance. Choose to snorkel, take a semi-submersible watercraft tour, or attend a presentation by a marine biologist. Return to Port Douglas, where the evening is at leisure. (B,L) |
| Day 6 | PORT DOUGLAS |
| | A full day at leisure. You may wish to take a trip into the Daintree Rainforest, the world’s oldest living rainforest, and to beautiful Cape Tribulation. Other activities include strolling the beach, relaxing by your resort’s pool, or shopping at the unique boutiques and galleries in downtown Port Douglas, where you are sure to find a favorite souvenir. (B) |
| Day 7 | PORT DOUGLAS–CAIRNS–DARWIN. |
| | Transfer to Cairns and fly to Darwin at the top end of Australia. (B) |
| Day 8 | DARWIN. EXCURSION TO KAKADU NATIONAL PARK |
| | This morning, depart Darwin for a full-day excursion to Kakadu National Park. Upon arrival, take a guided walk around Nourlangie Rock to view ancient Aboriginal rock art. Then, take a guided cruise on Kakadu’s famous wetlands for a chance to see crocodiles in the wild. You will also stop at the Warradjan Aboriginal Cultural Centre to learn more about the cultural significance of the park. Afterward, return to Darwin. (B,L)NOTE:On Mondays & Thursdays, December-March, sightseeing to Kakadu National Park is not available. On Mondays, alternative sightseeing to Katherine Gorge is offered, and on Thursdays, alternative sightseeing to Litchfield National Park is provided. |
| Day 9 | DARWIN–ULURU (AYERS ROCK) |
| | Today, fly to Uluru. The rest of the day is at your leisure. (B) |
| Day 10 | ULURU. |
| | This morning, rise early for an inspiring sunrise over Uluru and Kata Tjuta (the Olgas). Witness incredible views over the dunes and stunning desert landscape. Continue to Walpa Gorge for a guided walk through Kata Tjuta. Later this afternoon, visit the Uluru-Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre, which houses an amazing collection of ceramics, paintings, and punu (woodwork) from the Anangu people, the traditional custodians of Uluru. Finish the day at “Sunset Strip” for a drink & canapes, and to witness the changing colors of the rock. (B) |
| Day 11 | ULURU–MELBOURNE |
| | Fly to Melbourne, the cosmopolitan heart of Australia. The remainder of the day is at your leisure. (B) |
| Day 12 | MELBOURNE. |
| | Your morning guided sightseeing tour includes Federation Square, St. Patrick’s Park, Queen Victoria Market (when open), Albert Park Lake, the Shrine of Remembrance, and St. Kilda Beach. Your tour ends at the Eureka Skydeck for awe-inspiring views of Melbourne from the Southern Hemisphere’s highest viewing platform. The remainder of the day is at your leisure. (B) |
| Day 13 | MELBOURNE |
| | Enjoy a full day at leisure for independent activities. You may want to join an optional excursion to Phillip Island to watch the world-famous Penguin Parade, travel the spectacular Great Ocean Road, or explore the famous lanes and arcades of the city. (B) |
| Day 14 | MELBOURNE–QUEENSTOWN, NEW ZEALAND. |
| | Today, fly to the Queenstown. The remainder of the day is at your leisure. (B) |
| Day 15 | QUEENSTOWN. EXCURSION TO MILFORD SOUND. |
| | Enjoy a full-day excursion to Milford Sound. First, travel by motorcoach along the shores of Lake Wakatipu to Te Anau, gateway to Fiordland National Park. View the Mirror Lakes as you pass through Eglinton Valley. From the Homer Tunnel, emerge into Cleddau Valley. Join your Milford Sound cruise for an unforgettable experience. Be on the lookout for wildlife such as dolphins and penguins, and enjoy the breathtaking waterfalls and scenery. Return to Queenstown late this evening. (B) |
| Day 16 | QUEENSTOWN. |
| | Enjoy a full day at leisure in the “Adventure Capital of the World.” Perhaps choose an optional jet boat ride, visit a local winery, or tour some of the sites used to film The Lord of the Rings trilogy. (B) |
| Day 17 | QUEENSTOWN–ROTORUA |
| | Fly to Rotorua. The remainder of the day is at your leisure. (B) |
| Day 18 | ROTORUA. |
| | This morning, enjoy guided sightseeing with visits to Te Puia, Rainbow Springs Nature Parl, and Agrodome where you’ll learn about New Zealand’s sheep industry. This afternoon, explore this geothermal wonderland on your own. This evening, you may choose to join our optional Māori (indigenous Polynesian people) cultural performance and Hangi dinner(roasted meats and vegetables cooked underground with hot stones). (B) |
| Day 19 | ROTORUA–WAITOMO–AUCKLAND. |
| | Today, head north for Waitomo, where you will take a boat trip through the Waitomo Glowworm Caves. Continue on to Auckland where your evening is at leisure. (B,L) |
| Day 20 | AUCKLAND. |
| | Your stay in New Zealand ends with breakfast this morning. (B) |