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Checklist
Advised Item(s):
• Over-the-head fly mesh net (Advised)
Documents:
• Flight info (required) (Printouts of e-tickets may be required at the border)
• Insurance info (required) (With photocopies)
• Passport (required) (With photocopies)
• Vouchers and pre-departure information (required)
• Visas or vaccination certificates (With photocopies)
Essentials:
• Toiletries (required) (Shampoo, bodywash, soap, etc.)
• Binoculars (optional)
• Camera (With extra memory cards and batteries)
• Cash, credit and debit cards
• Day pack (Used for daily excursions or short overnights)
• Ear plugs
• First-aid kit (should contain lip balm with sunscreen, sunscreen, whistle, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, bandaids/plasters, tape, anti-histamines, antibacterial gel/wipes, antiseptic cream, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, rehydration powder, water purification tablets or drops, insect repellent, sewing kit, extra prescription drugs you may be taking)
• Flashlight/torch (Headlamps are ideal)
• Fleece top/sweater
• Footwear
• Hat
• Locks for bags
• Long pants/jeans
• Moneybelt
• Outlet adapter
• Personal entertainment (Reading and writing materials, cards, music player, etc.)
• Reusable water bottle
• Shirts/t-shirts
• Sleepwear
• Small travel towel
• Sunglasses
• Swimwear
• Watch and alarm clock
• Waterproof backpack cover
• Windproof rain jacket
Health & Safety:
• Hand sanitizer (required)
• Face masks (Clients will be only be required to wear a face mask where it is mandated by local regulations.)
• Pen (Please bring your own pen for filling out documents.)
Smart Dress:
• Smart outfit (For evenings out)
Warm Weather:
• Sandals/flip-flops
• Shorts/skirts (Longer shorts/skirts are recommended)
• Sturdy water shoes/sandals
• Sun hat/bandana
• Swimwear
Bitte beachte: The weather in New Zealand varies depending on the season. Make sure to check the forecast for the time you will be visiting and pack weather appropriate clothing for your trip
Group Leader
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides
Group Size Notes
Max 16, Avg 12
Introduction
Discover the cultural and natural highlights of New Zealand and Australia on an epic 23-day adventure. Start off on New Zealand’s North Island with a Maori feast in Rotorua; then head south to cruise through majestic, wildlife-rich fjords. Queenstown—the adventure capital of the world—will serve up a healthy dose of adrenaline before we fly to Australia and eat our way through Melbourne on a walking lunch. Go behind the scenes at the Sydney Opera House, and dive in to explore the Great Barrier Reef on a snorkeling excursion. Wrap up your adventure in Queensland by spending an afternoon with members of Australia's Indigenous community
Meals Included
22 Frühstück, 5 Mittagessen, 1 Abendessen
Meal Budget
Plane USD885-1150 für nicht inbegriffene Mahlzeiten ein
Optional Activities
Auckland
- Segeln in Auckland: America's Cup Experience (Vor dem Trip) (195NZD pro Person)
- Besuch des Maritime Museums (24NZD pro Person)
Rotorua
- Heiße Quellen (45-75NZD pro Person)
Christchurch
- Christchurch Gondola Ride
- Christchurch Botanic Gardens
Queenstown
- Weinberg-Tour (210-240NZD pro Person)
- Jetbootfahren auf dem Shotover River (159NZD pro Person)
- Gondelbahnfahrt (66-80NZD pro Person)
- Earnslaw Dampfschifffahrt (99-120NZD pro Person)
Melbourne
- 12 Apostles, Otways & Great Ocean Road
- Weintour im Yarra Valley (175-200AUD pro Person)
Start / Finish
Auckland nach Cairns
Transport
Private vehicle, plane, train, boat, walking
What's Included
Dein Journeys-Highlight-Moment: A day at Kohutapu, Rotorua
Dein Journeys-Highlight-Moment: Sheep Shearing Experience, Canterbury Plains
Dein Journeys-Highlight-Moment: Tekapo Dark Sky Experience, Lake Tekapo
Dein Journeys-Highlight-Moment: Feinschmecker-Rundgang in Melbourne, Melbourne
Dein Journeys-Highlight-Moment: Private Tour of the Sydney Opera House, Sydney
Dein Journeys-Highlight-Moment: Exclusive Indigenous experience at Cooya Beach, Port Douglas. Waiheke Island Wineries. Waitomo Caves tour. Kohutapu Local Maori Community Initiative. National Kiwi Hatchery. Scenic TranzAlpine train. Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre. Aoraki Mount Cook Kea Point Trek. Free time in Wanaka and Arrowtown. Wilderness day cruise in Fiordland National Park. Free time in Queenstown. Internal flight. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities. Melbourne Foodie Experience. Sunrise interpretive walk at Uluru. Sydney Harbour dinner cruise. Indigenous Peoples Interpretive Walk in the Daintree Forest. Great Barrier Reef Excursion. Exclusive Indigenous experience at Cooya Beach. Internal flights. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Packing Note
The weather in New Zealand varies depending on the season. Make sure to check the forecast for the time you will be visiting and pack weather appropriate clothing for your trip
Accommodation
Hotel (22 nts)
Highlights
Go behind the scenes at Sydney Opera house, take an interpretive walk with an Indigenous guide, snorkel with the fish in the Great Barrier Reef, witness thousands of glowworms lighting up the scenery, see the stars like never before in the protected International Dark Sky in Lake Tekapo
Internationale Flüge
Check-in-Zeiten und Freigepäck/Einschränkungen können je nach Fluggesellschaft variieren und sich jederzeit ändern. Für die aktuellsten Informationen zu deinem Flug wende dich bitte an deine Fluggesellschaft. Wir empfehlen Online-Check-in, um mögliche Verzögerungen am Flughafen zu vermeiden
Minimum Age
Um ohne Begleitperson mit G Adventures zu reisen, musst du mindestens 18 Jahre alt sein. Das Mindestalter für Kinder in Begleitung eines Erziehungsberechtigten (über 21) beträgt 12 Jahre
Itinerary
Day 1 Auckland
Ankunft zu jeder Zeit möglich
Day 2 Auckland
Befahre den Hauraki Gulf Marine Park mit einem Forschungsboot. In enger Zusammenarbeit mit der Naturschutzbehörde und lokalen Universitäten verbindet die Crew aus Biologen und Umweltschützern die Ausflüge zu Walen, Delfinen und Seevögeln mit wichtiger Meeresforschung. Nach unserer Bootsfahrt kannst du im Einzelgespräch mit Mitgliedern unserer erfahrenen Crew mehr über die Meeresbewohner und Naturschutzbemühungen erfahren. Nachmittag zur freien Verfügung, um die Stadt zu erkunden
Day 3 Auckland/Rotorua
Fahrt nach Rotorua mit Ausflug in die Waitomo Caves. Hier machen wir eine Bootsfahrt durch die Höhle, die von Tausende von flackernden Glühwürmchen an den Wänden erhellt wird.
Besuche heute Abend das Maori-Dorf Tamaki und genieße einen privaten Empfang bei einem „Kaumātua“ (ein Ältester in der Māori-Gesellschaft). Danach erwartet dich eine extravagante Darbietung lokaler Mythen und Legenden im Rahmen eines Abendessens mit traditionellen Hangi-Gerichten
Day 4 Rotorua
On a full-day excursion, head to the Maori-owned Kohutapu Lodge, our base for exploring New Zealand's indigenous culture. See ancient rock carvings and learn about their spiritual significance to the Maori people, both past and present. Watch as a hangi lunch is prepared the traditional way--buried in an underground pit—and enjoy the resulting feast with your Maori hosts. After lunch, take a walk through the 800-year-old podocarp trees in Whirinaki Rainforest, learning the history of the forest and spotting endemic birds and medicinal plants. Return to Rotorua for an optional evening meal or a well-deserved soak in the hot springs
Day 5 Rotorua/Christchurch
This morning, spend some time learning about New Zealand's most iconic species-the kiwi. Enjoy a private tour at the National Kiwi Hatchery with an expert guide and learn how the chicks are reared and cared for in this incredible conservation effort protecting the endangered kiwi. In the afternoon, catch a flight to Christchurch on New Zealand’s South Island. Take some time to explore this small city on your own
Day 6 Christchurch
Board the TranzAlpine train—one of the world’s most scenic rail routes—for a breathtaking journey through verdant plains, beech forests, and majestic, misty mountains. Disembark at Arthur’s Pass—the highest pass in the Southern Alps - and choose to grab a coffee and spend some time exploring this alpine area. Descend into the Canterbury Plains to visit a working sheep farm. On arrival, dig into a bbq lunch prepared with locally sourced ingredients. Then spend the afternoon with the sheepdogs learning about how the dogs work in tandem with their human owners to care for the farm. Watch a sheep shearing demonstration and hear from the farmers about the their life and work in this fascinating industry. Return to Christchurch later in the afternoon, with time to explore on your own and take dinner at your leisure
Day 7 Christchurch/Lake Tekapo
Enjoy a morning at leisure in Christchurch. Choose to ride the Gondola for incredible sweeping views, or stroll the Christchurch Botanic Gardens. In the afternoon, head west to Tekapo at the base of Aoraki/Mt Cook. This evening after dinner, join local experts for an exclusive astronomy experience in one of the worlds official Dark Sky Parks in Tekapo. Expect breathtaking perspectives of the stars, planets, and distant galaxies. You'll have the rare opportunity to capture stunning celestial images with expert guidance, while experienced guides take you on a journey through the Southern Skies
Day 8 Lake Tekapo
Set off this morning for the Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre. Sir Edmund Hillary, New Zealand's most famous explorer, made some of his very first ascents here at the south face of Aoraki/Mt Cook which set the foundation for his world-changing summit of Everest with Tenzing Norgay in 1953. In a July 1954 issue of National Geographic Hillary was quoted as saying “We are there. Nothing above us, a world below.” Spend time at the visitor centre that honors Sir Edmund Hillary and his achievements in the exploration of so many fascinating parts of the planet. Later in the afternoon, embark on your own explorations with a guided trek along the Kea Point track. This 1.8 mile trail offers views to Mount Sefton, Hooker Valley, Mueller Glacier Lake and Aoraki/Mt Cook
Day 9 Lake Tekapo/Queenstown
Set off this morning heading further west towards Wanaka. Enjoy some free exploration time in Wanaka and grab some lunch at leisure. This afternoon, join your Chief Experience Officer (CEO) for a brief orientation of Arrowtown before enjoying some time to explore this historic mining town. Choose to go on a walking tour starting at the Lakes District Museum. Then stroll around the historic miner's cottages, old churches, and explore the Chinese Settlement to learn about the gold mining past that shaped Arrowtown. In late afternoon, head to Queenstown and enjoy dinner at leisure
Day 10 Queenstown
Discover the glacially carved wilderness of Fiordland National Park on a cruise. Glide past shimmering waterfalls and towering cliffs, and look out for bottlenose dolphins, fur seals, and little blue penguins with our naturalist guides. Travel back to shore, head to Queenstown for the night
Day 11 Queenstown
Enjoy a day at leisure in Queenstown to explore the myriad things that make this southern city so famous. Choose to cruise lake Wakatipu on a historic steamer; experience a thrilling jet boat ride; or visit a local winery to sample the region’s award-winning vintages. Choose to join your CEO and fellow travelers for a delicious farewell dinner on this final evening in New Zealand
Day 12 Queenstown/Melbourne
Fly from Queenstown to Melbourne, Australia, and enjoy free time in the city
Day 13 Melbourne
Embark on a food tour of Melbourne with a local author and culinary storyteller. Home to many thriving immigrant communities, Melbourne has long been considered one of Australia’s gastronomic hubs. On this foodie walk through the city’s famed laneways, we’ll experience a range of flavors and cuisines over lunch at three popular venues. Start with an Asian entree with wine; move on to an Italian restaurant for a main dish accompanied with more wine, and finish off the tour with a gelato dessert at our third stop. Spend the rest of the day at leisure
Day 14 Melbourne
Spend the day exploring vibrant Melbourne. Set out on an optional excursion on the Great Ocean Road, following spectacular sea cliffs along the windswept Southern Ocean. Visit some of the region’s top wineries or wander the city’s narrow cobbled lanes and alleys, discovering quirky cafés and colorful murals
Day 15 Melbourne/Uluru
Catch a flight to Uluru, in the heart of the Australian outback. Visit the Cultural Centre of the Uluru–Kata Tjuta National Park—a UNESCO World Heritage site—and learn about the beliefs and customs of the Anangu, the area’s traditional Indigenous owners. Then take a guided walk along both the northwest and southern sides of Uluru to learn about the history of the area, hear the stories of the Anangu people and gaze upon these awe-inspiring uplifted sandstone rock formations
Day 16 Uluru
In the morning make your way to Kata Tjuta, Uluru’s neighboring natural wonder for a morning of exploration as you walk along these ancient, red-hued landscapes.
Enjoy some free time in the afternoon before capping off the day with a glass of sparkling wine as you witness a crimson sunset over this fabled monolith
Day 17 Uluru/Sydney
Awaken at dawn to witness the famous Field of Light installation, the artist Bruce Munro created an art installation that becomes illuminated in the changing light.
Enjoy your final moments in the heart of the outback before it’s time to pack up and head off to the airport for an afternoon flight to Sydney
Day 18 Sydney
Take it slow with a leisurely morning, or get up early and join your CEO for a walk around the Rocks area, a waterfront neighborhood that marks the spot of the first European settlement in Australia. It also holds a spiritual significance for the area’s indigenous people. Around midmorning, circle back and meet for a private tour of the Sydney Opera House. This afternoon, step aboard a private catamaran for a sunset sail around Sydney's famous harbor. Tuck into a delicious Australian Barbecue dinner as the sun sets in the background
Day 19 Sydney
Enjoy a day at leisure to explore the best of Sydney. Walk the Rocks and stop by Maybe Sammy for a drink, which happens to be one of the best bars in Sydney. Take the ferry to Manly Beach or walk the Bondi Coastal walk and snap some photos. Or, spend a full day exploring the Blue Mountains on an optional excursion
Day 20 Sydney/Port Douglas
Fly to Cairns today and travel up the scenic coastal road to Daintree Rainforest, the world’s oldest tropical rainforest and part of a UNESCO World Heritage site. Embark on an interpretive walk with an indigenous guide at the lush Mossman Gorge, learning about the traditional ways of life of the region’s Kuku Yalanji people. Continue to the resort town of Port Douglas, our home for the next three nights
Day 21 Port Douglas
Explore the Great Barrier Reef on a full-day catamaran tour to the Outer Reef. Immerse yourself in the largest coral reef system in the world, which teems with 1500 species of tropical fish, as well as whales, dolphins and porpoises. Hop into the warm waters off Australia's east coast and experience this marine wonderland for yourself. Lunch will be served onboard. Back in Port Douglas the evening is yours to do as you please
Day 22 Port Douglas
Enjoy a free morning in charming Port Douglas. Stroll the town’s boutique-lined streets and idyllic beaches or head to the Sunday markets to browse the stalls. Later in the day, join your fellow travelers for an exclusive cultural experience at Cooya Beach. Meet Indigenous guides for a welcome ceremony, and get acquainted with members of the Kuku Yalanji people. Our CEO will organize an optional farewell dinner to toast your adventures down under
Day 23 Port Douglas/Cairns
After one last breakfast in Port Douglas, transfer back to Cairns where our tour ends at the airport mid-morning. Alternatively, extend your stay in Port Douglas
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 Auckland
Bitte organisiere dir selbst ein Transportmittel zu dem Hotel, in dem du auf die Gruppe triffst. Unser CEO wird abends ein Begrüßungstreffen organisieren.
Auckland ist eine fantastische Stadt mit unzähligen Sehenswürdigkeiten und Aktivitäten. Wenn du noch mehr Zeit haben möchtest, um auf eigene Faust auf Erkundungstour zu gehen, empfehlen wir dir, Übernachtungen vor dem Trip zu buchen. Starte auf deiner Reise gleich richtig durch und nimm das Extra „Auckland Sailing: America's Cup Experience“ dazu. Segle auf einer Rennjacht durch Aucklands Waitemata Harbour, lege selbst Hand an und genieße die prachtvolle Aussicht. BITTE BEACHTE: Wenn du dieses Extra dazunimmst, empfehlen wir dringend, vor der Reise eine zusätzliche Übernachtung in Auckland zu buchen, da die Aktivität bereits frühmorgens am Tag 1 starten kann
Day 2 Auckland
Day 3 Auckland/Rotorua
Rotorua sits over an active geothermal zone with bubbling mud pits and multi-coloured pools in different areas around the town. This is a fascinating region with Maori history and culture tied directly to the geothermal aspects of the land.
Day 4 Rotorua
Day 5 Rotorua/Christchurch
With free time in Rotorua this morning, opt to relax in one of the hot pools fed by water coming directly from the natural springs.
Day 6 Christchurch
Please be aware that if you are traveling over the Christmas and New Year period the TranzAlpine train may not be operational. Instead your CEO will drive the group through the Southern Alps on a similar route. An additional group holiday dinner will be provided as a substitute for missing the train experience
Day 7 Christchurch/Lake Tekapo
Please note that the times for the stargazing vary dramatically based on season. In the summer months, the activity can start as late as midnight. You will have time to relax and rest after dinner before heading out for the evening activity
Day 8 Lake Tekapo
Day 9 Lake Tekapo/Queenstown
Day 10 Queenstown
Day 11 Queenstown
Day 12 Queenstown/Melbourne
Day 13 Melbourne
Occasionally Monique Bayer may not be available for the Melbourne Foodie Walk. In the event this happens, an equally qualified guide will lead the walk
Day 14 Melbourne
Due to exceptional demand, if you are interested in participating in the 12 Apostles, Otways & Great Ocean Road optional activity, it must be pre-booked in order to secure a spot during your tour
Day 15 Melbourne/Uluru
Accommodations in Uluru are limited and of varying amenities. We do our best to secure a mid-range hotel, but on occasion a more simple accommodation with fewer amenities may be used. Airline schedules and flight availability are outside of our control and are always subject to change without notice. While we do our best to book direct flights, on occasion we may have to connect through another city.
Walking tracks are not permitted if temperatures exceed 36°C (98°F). During these hot months, we try to offer all walks earlier or later in the day to avoid the midday sun. Our CEOs will monitor the weather conditions to gauge the safety of any included walks and may need to call off a given day's walk due to extreme heat
Day 16 Uluru
Between November and March, there is extreme heat with temperatures averaging between 43-46°C (109-115°F) in the middle of Australia, especially around Uluru. This can lead to heat exhaustion and potentially become very dangerous. Be sure to drink plenty of water and replenish electrolytes by drinking sports drinks, coconut water or water mixed with electrolyte powder packets
Day 17 Uluru/Sydney
Observe the stunning display and watch the sun rise with views of Uluru (Ayers Rock) in the distance.
Return to the hotel for breakfast and your final moments in the heart of the outback before it’s time to pack up and head off to the airport for an afternoon flight to Sydney. Check in to our Sydney hotel and opt to join our CEO for a dinner out on the town in one of Sydney's famous neighbourhoods.
Day 18 Sydney
Day 19 Sydney
Day 20 Sydney/Port Douglas
We catch a very early flight to ensure we make the most of the day. Please note that the max luggage allowance on domestic flights within Australia is 1 checked bag (20 kgs) and 1 carry on (7 kgs) per person. Any additional luggage is subject to airline fees and is not included
Day 21 Port Douglas
Day 22 Port Douglas
Day 23 Port Douglas/Cairns
Please book your departing flights no earlier than 1pm out of Cairns.
The tour will end at the airport in Cairns. If you have booked extra nights you will be staying at the final hotel in Port Douglas about an hour north from the airport. Please note that should you book extra nights you will be responsible for getting yourself to the airport in Cairns from Port Douglas
