Settle into your hotel on the banks of the Yarra River and meet your travel director at a popular restaurant in the area. It's a great opportunity to get to know everyone in a unique setting.
Crowne Plaza, Melbourne
Crowne Plaza Hotel Melbourne is a 4 star hotel in Melbourne city, located on Spencer St on the fringe of the CBD. Just a short stroll to Crown Casino, Docklands and South Wharf, Crowne Plaza Melbourne is a Southbank hotel ideally situated on the banks of the Yarra River.
Get out and see the sights today on a guided walk with your Travel Director discovering the little lanes, arcades and cafe society of stylish Melbourne.
Crowne Plaza, Melbourne
Crowne Plaza Hotel Melbourne is a 4 star hotel in Melbourne city, located on Spencer St on the fringe of the CBD. Just a short stroll to Crown Casino, Docklands and South Wharf, Crowne Plaza Melbourne is a Southbank hotel ideally situated on the banks of the Yarra River.
Go from city to tropics today as you fly north to Cairns, Queensland. On arrival join a private wildlife boat cruise at Harley's crocodile adventures. There will be time to help regenerate rainforest particular to the Wangetti Valley in which Harley's is located.
Feel free to join in as much or as little as you wish with this tree planting project and be a part of keeping the World Heritage listed Wet Tropics alive
Hilton Cairns
The Hilton Cairns hotel boasts a unique tropical setting, enjoying spectacular scenery and surrounded by lush gardens. This contemporary Cairns hotel offers unparalleled style and outstanding service. The Hilton Cairns hotel offers bright accommodation with spacious bathrooms and private balconies with stunning waterfront views of Trinity Inlet, the Cairns Esplanade and blue-green mountains beyond.
Did you know that the World Heritage listed Great Barrier Reef is home to 1500 species of fish, 215 different birds, 3000 molluscs, six of the world's seven marine turtle species and 30 species of dolphins and whales are residents?
Get ready to for an experience of a lifetime when you board a high-speed catamaran and cruise to the outer edge of the Great Barrier Reef. Strap on a snorkel and mask to view this marine menagerie up close and personal. Enjoy a buffet lunch onboard before returnign to Cairns.
Hilton Cairns
The Hilton Cairns hotel boasts a unique tropical setting, enjoying spectacular scenery and surrounded by lush gardens. This contemporary Cairns hotel offers unparalleled style and outstanding service. The Hilton Cairns hotel offers bright accommodation with spacious bathrooms and private balconies with stunning waterfront views of Trinity Inlet, the Cairns Esplanade and blue-green mountains beyond.
If you're on the habit of getting up early now, you may wish to begin your day with a horizon-bending hot-air-balloon ride over the Atherton Tablelands. Prefer to stay grounded? Sign up for a guided walk through the Daintree Rainforest, or surround yourself with nature riding the scenic railway to Kuranda returning on the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway (All at own expense). Tonight, join your companions for dinner,with native ingredients highlighted at the Ochre Restaurant
Hilton Cairns
The Hilton Cairns hotel boasts a unique tropical setting, enjoying spectacular scenery and surrounded by lush gardens. This contemporary Cairns hotel offers unparalleled style and outstanding service. The Hilton Cairns hotel offers bright accommodation with spacious bathrooms and private balconies with stunning waterfront views of Trinity Inlet, the Cairns Esplanade and blue-green mountains beyond.
Fly from Cairns to Sydney. The rest of the day is yours to do as you wish. You could walk to the Art Gallery of NSW or to Mrs. Macquarie's Chair for a panoramic view of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge. Ask your travel director for evening dining suggestions.
Sofitel Sydney Wentworth
Property Location
Sofitel Sydney Wentworth is in the heart of Sydney, walking distance from Museum of Sydney and Martin Place. This 5-star hotel is close to Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge.
Begin your day with a guided tour of the iconic Sydney Opera House, exploring its architectural wonders and legendary performances. Next, visit Bondi for a behind-the-scenes look at the Bondi Surf Life Saving Club, uncovering its rich history and vibrant culture. Enjoy a Be My Guest lunch at the Bondi RSL Club with stunning beach views. In the afternoon, embark on a Sydney Harbour sightseeing cruise, taking in breathtaking views of the Harbour Bridge and Opera House. This day promises exclusive access, local cuisine, and unforgettable vistas.
Sofitel Sydney Wentworth
Property Location
Sofitel Sydney Wentworth is in the heart of Sydney, walking distance from Museum of Sydney and Martin Place. This 5-star hotel is close to Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge.
You could spend weeks exploring Sydney. Months even. But you have today, so get set for a wild ride. Your agenda is completely up to you, but we have more than a few ideas. Perhaps a birds- eye perspective of the city on a Sydney Bridgeclimb? or take a tour to the Blue Mountains to view the famous Three Sisters (Both at own expense). This evening, celebrate Sydney at dinner with your travelling companions.
Sofitel Sydney Wentworth
Property Location
Sofitel Sydney Wentworth is in the heart of Sydney, walking distance from Museum of Sydney and Martin Place. This 5-star hotel is close to Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge.
New Zealand's adventure capital, Queenstown, awaits: Explore the alpine village and stunning Lake Wakatiou, then enjoy walkable bars and restaurants. Ask your travel director for tips.
Millennium Hotel Queenstown
At the Millennium Hotel Queenstown, you will always find spellbinding luxury and it is easy to relax in the air of timeless elegance. This welcoming Queenstown hotel captures the essence of a truly unique region and is perfect for either an international conference venue or as a restful haven from the rigours of Queenstown's many outdoor adventure pursuits.
Get a taste of country life combined with good old fashione southern hospitality as you meet a "Southerner" local female farmer at Real Country. On this experience get a feel for life on the farm as you have demonstrations of horse communicationand Working sheep dog mustering. Try your hand at a Stock whip cracking lesson, and feed and interact with the friendly farm animals. Then you'll think you've stepped back in time when you arrive in the former gold-mining town of Arrowtown.
Come dusk, cruise across Lake Wakatipu aboard the TSS Earnslaw; the only thing more inspiring then the peaks of the Remarkables that surround is the festive atmosphere welcoming you to Walter Peak High Country Farm, where a gourmet barbecue at the Colonel's Homestead awaits.
Millennium Hotel Queenstown
At the Millennium Hotel Queenstown, you will always find spellbinding luxury and it is easy to relax in the air of timeless elegance. This welcoming Queenstown hotel captures the essence of a truly unique region and is perfect for either an international conference venue or as a restful haven from the rigours of Queenstown's many outdoor adventure pursuits.
You could spend a long time in and around Queenstown. But on your own free day, we highly recommend wither venturing into the end-of-the-earth wilderness that is Milford Sound/ Piopiotahi, to cruise past sheer cliffs, white-capped peaks and waterfalls. Or blissinf out on an obligatory wine tour of the Otago region (Both at own expense). It's a difficult decision
Millennium Hotel Queenstown
At the Millennium Hotel Queenstown, you will always find spellbinding luxury and it is easy to relax in the air of timeless elegance. This welcoming Queenstown hotel captures the essence of a truly unique region and is perfect for either an international conference venue or as a restful haven from the rigours of Queenstown's many outdoor adventure pursuits.
After touching down in Auckland, you'll board your coach for the drive to Rotorua, the culture capital, where you'll immerse yourself in Maori history and culture
Millennium Hotel Rotorua
Whether you need to travel for business or leisure, we offer world class residential style accommodation to suit your specific needs. Centrally located in the city beside mystical Lake Rotorua, this welcoming, international class hotel is adjacent to Polynesian Spa and just a brief stroll from the Rotorua Museum and Convention Centre.
Your visit to the National Kiwi Hatchery is guided by passionate conservationists and will give you fascinating insights into New Zealand's national bird on this rewarding MAKE TRAVEL MATTER Experience.
Rotorua's landscapes are reminiscent of a sci-fi movie set where mud pops from bubbling geysers and steam rushes skywards. See it first-hand at Whakarewarewa, the world's only living Maori village where people live on a daily basis, using natural geothermal resources to cook, bathe, and heat their homes as they have for centuries.
This evening embark on the Te Po experience at Te Puia. Learn about Maori history and culture on this guided experience, which includes hangi- inspired cruisine and a cultural performance in a finely carved meeting house. Witness a powhiri (traditional welcome), waiata (song), moteatea (traditional chant) poi and haka. It ends on a high at the Pohutu Geyser, where, armed with a hot chocolate, you'll view one of New Zealand's natural geothermal wonderlands.
Millennium Hotel Rotorua
Whether you need to travel for business or leisure, we offer world class residential style accommodation to suit your specific needs. Centrally located in the city beside mystical Lake Rotorua, this welcoming, international class hotel is adjacent to Polynesian Spa and just a brief stroll from the Rotorua Museum and Convention Centre.
Set your DPS for Waitamo Caves. While cruising cavernous waterways, your route is cast in a magical light by thousands of glowworms. The next thing that glows on your horizon is Auckalnd. This evening, share the stories of your Australia and New Zealand Panorama tour at dinner with your Travel Director and travelling companions at The Grill, celebrating Aotearoa's culinary treasures.
Two countries, multiple adventures, and abundance of new friends... Just how do you say goodbye to a journey like this?
Flight Information
Day 1: Flights to arrive prior to 12 noon into Melbourne AirportDay 15: Flights to depart anytime from Auckland Airport
Airport to Hotel transfers are available to purchase on request.
Flights to and from your tour are not included in the tour price.
Internal-holiday flights IncludedPlease note that prices include land and internal-holiday airfares, which AAT Kings will book in order to fulfil the holiday itinerary:
Day 3: Melbourne to CairnsDay 6: Cairns to SydneyDay 9: Sydney to QueenstownDay 12: Queenstown to Auckland
