| Day 1 | ARRIVE IN CAIRNS, AUSTRALIA |
| | Welcome to Cairns, “Gateway to the Great Barrier Reef.” The balance of the day is at your leisure. |
| Day 2 | CAIRNS. 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 Cairns, where the evening is at leisure. (B,L) |
| Day 3 | CAIRNS |
| | A full day at leisure to explore tropical Cairns. Perhaps select an optional excursion to visit a zoo to see crocodiles, kangaroos, and koalas, or to the quiet mountain village of Kuranda via the Kuranda Scenic Railway. (B) |
| Day 4 | CAIRNS–ULURU (AYERS ROCK) |
| | Today, fly to Uluru. The rest of the day is at leisure. (B) |
| Day 5 | 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 6 | ULURU–ADELAIDE |
| | Today, fly to Adelaide (via Alice Springs). The remainder of the day is at your leisure. (B) |
| Day 7 | ADELAIDE. EXCURSION TO KANGAROO ISLAND |
| | Early this morning, depart Adelaide and travel by motorcoach and ferry to Kangaroo Island, one of the world’s last unspoiled habitats. Visit Seal Bay with a national park ranger to see a colony of rare Australian sea lions. Explore Flinders Chase National Park, a sanctuary for native Australian animals, including kangaroos, wallabies, and koalas. Stop here for a walk on Remarkable Rocks, with stunning views of the sea. You will also take a boardwalk down a rugged cliff face to Admirals Arch, a unique rock formation and home to a colony of New Zealand fur seals, which can be seen resting on the rocks and playing in the waves. Return to Adelaide late this evening. (B,L) |
| Day 8 | ADELAIDE |
| | A full day at leisure to explore Adelaide. You may choose to join an optional excursion to Barossa Valley for wine tasting and lunch at a winery. (B) |
| Day 9 | ADELAIDE–MELBOURNE |
| | Today, fly to Melbourne, the cosmopolitan heart of Australia. The remainder of the day is at your leisure. (B) |
| Day 10 | 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 11 | 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 Melbourne. (B) |
| Day 12 | MELBOURNE–SYDNEY |
| | Today, fly to beautiful Sydney. The rest of the day is at your leisure for independent activities. (B) |
| Day 13 | 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 14 | SYDNEY |
| | Enjoy a full day at leisure in this beautiful city. 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 15 | SYDNEY–QUEENSTOWN, NEW ZEALAND. |
| | Today, fly to the Queenstown. The remainder of the day is at your leisure. (B) |
| Day 16 | 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 17 | 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 18 | QUEENSTOWN–ROTORUA. |
| | Fly to Rotorua. The remainder of the day is at your leisure. (B) |
| Day 19 | 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 (roated meats and vegetables cooked underground with hot stones). (B) |
| Day 20 | 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 21 | AUCKLAND. |
| | Your stay in New Zealand ends with breakfast this morning. (B) |