October 17, 2024 – November 5, 2024
Grand Australia & New Zealand
Explore desert Outback, tropical rainforests, coral reefs, glacier-capped mountains, dramatic fjords, and some of the worlds most popular cosmopolitan cities on our in-depth exploration of Australia and New Zealand.
“Foodie Tour” of Sydney
Swim and snorkel on the Great Barrier Reef
Visit World Heritage Rainforest with Skyrail
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Private charter flights make the most of your travel time in the lands down under, speeding you from city to city in Australia and from one natural wonder to the next in New Zealand (6 flights in total).
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Jet boat ride on the Shotover River rapids at Skippers Canyon – followed by helicopter sightseeing
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Full-day eco-cruise to the Agincourt Reef – swim and snorkel on the Great Barrier Reef.
Special Experiences
Take a morning private charter flight to the heart of Australia’s desert Outback, arriving at Ayers Rock (Uluru) for lunch and an overnight stay at Sails in the Desert in the country’s “Red Centre.” In the evening, the light of the setting sun bathes the mystical rock with a palette of ever-changing color… and you’ll enjoy the natural “show” with canapés and champagne overlooking the monolith.
Trip Dates
October 17, 2024 – November 5, 2024
Pricing
Pricing from $20,790 including all internal private flights from point to point
Itinerary
Day 1:Arrive Melbourne and the start of your journey “down under”
Day 2:Melbourne’s Victorian charms
Day 3:On to Uluru (Ayers Rock) & the Outback
Day 4:Explore the mysteries of Uluru, then fly to Queensland
Day 5:Cruise to the Great Barrier Reef
Day 6:Optional balloon ride and a day at leisure
Day 7:Crocodile adventures and on to Sydney
Day 8:Sydney Opera House, a Sydney Harbour cruise, and sightseeing
Day 9:Walking tour of “The Rocks” & the time spent as you please
Day 10:G’day to Australia, hello to New Zealand
Day 11:Wonders of Wellington
Day 12:To Blenheim & the Marlborough Sounds
Day 13:Farm life, a winery lunch & “Dinner with the Warbirds”
Day 14:Fly to Queenstown
Day 15:”Lord of the Rings” or cruise Milford Sound
Day 16:Adventures by jet boat & helicopter in Queenstown
Day 17:Charter flight to Auckland
Day 18:Wine tasting & lunch on Waiheke Island
Day 19:Sail aboard an America’s Cup Yacht, Maori cultural presentation & time to explore as you please
Day 20:Journey home
Trip Highlights
Full-day eco-cruise to the Agincourt Reef – swim and snorkel on the Great Barrier Reef “Foodie Tour” of Sydney; private luncheon cruise on Sydney Harbour
Luncheon cruise on New Zealand’s Marlborough Sounds featuring wine and the delicate green- lipped mussels
Visit World Heritage Rainforest with Skyrail
Check out a crocodile farm
Attend a special dinner that celebrates Aboriginal culture
“Foodie Tour” of Sydney
Maori cultural experience at the Auckland Museum In Queenstown
Airport transfers upon arrival and departure as noted
42 meals; gratuities to all local guides and drivers, service charges, taxes and porterage
Let’s begin your next adventure!