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Contrasts of Australia and New Zealand

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Contrasts Of Australia And New Zealand
Want a bit of everything Sun, sand, city life, and wilderness all take centre stage on this Australia and New Zealand tour. Find yourself gliding across the Great Barrier Reef and getting to know the cities before Queenstown, Milford Sound, and hearing tales of Maori Warriors in just 18 incredible days.


Dining Summary
  • 2 Welcome Reception (WR)
  • 17 Breakfast (B)
  • 3 Lunch (L)
  • 2 Dinner (D)
  • 3 Regional Dinner (RD)
  • 1 Be My Guest (BMG)
  • 1 Farewell Dinner (FD)
Be My Guest
  • Sydney: Owner & head winemaker Alex Retief hosts a tour through his urban winery. Alex shares his story as to how he ended up operating his winery in this unique urban environment in the middle of Sydney. Learn about the wine making process while enjoying a selection of wines, where he walks you through wines from local wine regions of NSW where he sources his grapes. Enjoy a charcuterie and cheese platter paired with the wines as you explore the various wines on offer.
  • Hurunui: Step onto a working hill-country sheep farm. Experience what it is like to farm Merino sheep & Angus cattle in this beautiful part of the country. See the animals graze pastures in the open air and learn about where the best natural products come from.
Dive Into Culture
  • Auckland: An immersive and emotive state-of-the-art guided journey that showcases the All Blacks though exceptional innovation and technology.
  • Rotorua: Visit Te Puia for the Te Po experience, an evening of Maori culture and connection. Dine on traditional Hangi-inspired cuisine, followed by a captivating cultural performance.
MAKE TRAVEL MATTERĀ®
  • Melbourne: Make a positive impact while you learn about Koorie peoples, cultures, and communities at the Koorie Heritage Trust Gallery in Melbourne.
  • Rotorua: Visit the National Kiwi Hatchery Aotearoa and learn about the work being done to save New Zealand's national bird. Your visit contributes to saving the kiwi bird.
Must-see Highlights
  • Explore The Sydney Opera House, All Blacks Experience in Auckland, Hobbiton Movie Set in Matamata, National Kiwi Hatchery in Rotorua, Highlands Museum Cromwell, and Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve in Tekapo with a Local Specialist
  • Discover Melbourne, Sydney, Cairns, Auckland, Arrowtown, Queenstown, Lake Tekapo, and Christchurch
  • Hartley's Crocodile Adventures in Cairns, Te Po Maori Experience in Rotorua, and a Merino Sheep Farm in North Canterbury
  • View Geothermal activity in Rotorua, and the turquoise waters of Lake Tekapo
  • Scenic Cruise On the Great Barrier Reef, and Milford Sound
Trafalgar Difference
  • Lake Tekapo: This resort overlooks the pristine waters of Lake Tekapo in New Zealand's South Island.

Whats Included
  • An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
  • Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
  • Porterage where hotels provide this service
  • Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
  • Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
  • All land transport shown. All transfers shown
  • Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
  • Optional Experiences and free time
  • A Trafalgar bonus - all Intra-Air Flights: Melbourne to Cairns, Cairns to Sydney, Sydney to Auckland, Auckland to Queenstown
About Trafalgar
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Get ready for a trip like no other. Since 1947, more than five million happy past guests have discovered our difference. You’ll see top destinations, iconic sites, and get treated to exclusive local experiences – all with our team taking care of all the details. You’ll also discover the ways WE MAKE TRAVEL MATTER®, and how your journey leaves a positive impact. Do good, feel good, and make memories that last a lifetime.

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Apr 10, 2025 through
Apr 27, 2025
Apr 6, 2025 7:00 PM
17 Nights from
$10,779.00 (USD)
Per Person
Book by 2024-12-11 to receive $948.00 Last Minute Deal Discount. Airfare not included
Last Minute Deal: Must book by 2024-12-11
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Jun 26, 2025 through
Sep 25, 2025
Sep 21, 2025 7:00 PM
17 Nights from
$10,305.00 (USD)
Per Person
Book by 2025-02-26 to receive $895.00 Last Minute Deal Discount. Airfare not included, Various departures
Last Minute Deal: Must book by 2025-02-26
8125339
Nov 27, 2025 through
Mar 19, 2026
Mar 15, 2026 7:00 PM
17 Nights from
$10,717.00 (USD)
Per Person
Airfare not included, Various departures
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Prices are per-person based on double occupancy, unless otherwise noted.