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Contrasts of Australia and New Zealand - 25 Sep 2025 to 19 Mar 2026

    Overview

    Destination:
    Australia, 
    New Zealand, 
    Start:Melbourne (VIC), Australia
    Finish:Christchurch (Nz), New Zealand
    Duration:18 days
    Type:Group tour (max 45)
    Tripcode:
    132892
    Travel Period
    October 2025 - March 2026
    A bit city, a bit country; sometimes beachy, sometimes mountainous; in the company of locals and Indigenous guides – this epic Melbourne to Christchurch tour is diverse and dynamic. Traversing the East Coast of Australia, from Cairns and the Great Barrier Reef to Sydney and Melbourne, the tour also uncovers NZ’s North and South islands, where Auckland’s cuisine, Milford Sound’s grandeur and Rotorua’s thermal springs beckon.

    What's Included

    • 8 Dinner (D)
    • 17 Breakfast (B)
    • 4 Lunch (L)
    • Enjoy a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience at Koorie Heritage Trust Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures Wildlife River Cruise Enjoy a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience - Hands-On Tree Planting Activity with Rainforest Rescue Cruise out to the Great Barrier Reef – a UNESCO World Heritage Site Join a private guided tour of the Sydney Opera House Exclusive visit to the Bondi Surf Life Saving Club You're welcomed to a Be My Guest lunch at Bondi RSL Club Cruise around Sydney Harbour and see the famous Sydney Harbour Bridge Join the Interactive All Blacks Experience in Auckland Visit the film set of Hobbiton for a guided tour through the magical world of Middle Earth MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience - Immerse yourself in Māori culture in Rotorua, with traditional performances and dinner MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience - Visit the National Kiwi Hatchery Aotearoa Embark on a Nature Cruise in Milford Sound/Piopiotahi with lunch and admire towering cliffs, cascading waterfalls, and untouched fjord scenery MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience - Astronomy & Stargazing tour at Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve Visit Hurunui Hills, a high-country sheep farm for a warm, authentic rural experience, where you'll meet the owners and enjoy a delightful morning tea Visit a Family-owned vineyard for lunch and wine tasting among the vines

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    Your Itinerary

    Welcome to Melbourne

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    Melbourne

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    Melbourne - Cairns

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    Great Barrier Reef

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    Cairns Free Time

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    Cairns - Sydney

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    Sydney Sightseeing

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    Sydney Free Time

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    Sydney - Auckland

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    Auckland

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    Auckland - Rotorua

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    Rotorua - Auckland - Queenstown

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    Milford Sound/Piopiotahi Cruise

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    Queenstown Free Time

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    Queenstown - Lake Tekapo

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    Lake Tekapo - Christchurch

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    Christchurch

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    Farewell from Christchurch

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    Travel Partner
    AAT Kings is Australia’s favourite guided holiday company, with over 100 years of experience. Our wide range of Day Tours, Short Breaks and Guided Holidays are the perfect way to experience the best of Australia & New Zealand.
    Tripcode: QCANAF25
    Price from
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    per person*
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