Meet your Travel Director this evening at a Welcome Reception and dinner.
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.
Explore Melbourne on a city sights tour this morning, then discover its gracious arcades, eclectic laneways and vibrant street art on a private walking tour.
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.
Today is free for you to further explore the delights of Melbourne. Alternatively, you could take an optional trip along the renowned Great Ocean Road.
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.
The rusty red landscapes of Uluru beckon as you depart for Ayers Rock Resort, your backdrop this afternoon is the world's largetst rock monolith. Caprture Uluru as the last of the day disappears, glass of bubbles in hand (Of course). Then discuss with yout travel director the option to elevate your evening with teh exclusive Uluru barbeque dinner
Included: Breakfast
Desert Gardens Hotel
A magnificent sanctuary of towering ghost gums and flowering native shrubs among the red dunes, Voyages Desert Gardens is a welcoming hotel. Diverse accommodation options include shaded poolside rooms or deluxe rooms with stunning views of Uluru.
Witness the magical Uluru sunrise, then tour the caves at the base of Uluru. Later, travel over red desert plains to Kata Tjuta, and take a walk through the towering domes of this majestic rock formation. Share a drink with your travelling companions over another glorious sunset
Desert Gardens Hotel
A magnificent sanctuary of towering ghost gums and flowering native shrubs among the red dunes, Voyages Desert Gardens is a welcoming hotel. Diverse accommodation options include shaded poolside rooms or deluxe rooms with stunning views of Uluru.
Depart the resort in total darkness for the short drive to Bruce Munro’s renowned Field of Light. Later, join an Indigenous artist for a fun introduction to Western Desert Art. In the afternoon, fly 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.
Today is free for you to pursue your own interests in vibrant tropical 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.
Board a high-speed catamaran and cruise to the iconic Great Barrier Reef. You can go snorkelling (equipment provided), or view the coral and tropical fish from the underwater observatory and semi-submersible craft. Enjoy a tropical buffet lunch on board before you return to Cairns. Dine tonight at a restaurant on the waterfront.
Included: Breakfast, Lunch
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.
InterContinental Sydney by IHG
InterContinental Sydney has been one of the luxury hotels in Sydney CBD of choice. Whether you’re looking for a romantic getaway, resort vacation, family adventure or a historic immersion, the InterContinental hotel has a variety of unique offers throughout the year.
Enjoy a tour of the Sydney Opera House with a local guide before putting your feet in the sand at legendary Bondi Beach. Enjoy lunch on one of Sydney Harbour’s most prestigious cruise vessels, and spend the rest of your day exploring the city at your leisure.
InterContinental Sydney by IHG
InterContinental Sydney has been one of the luxury hotels in Sydney CBD of choice. Whether you’re looking for a romantic getaway, resort vacation, family adventure or a historic immersion, the InterContinental hotel has a variety of unique offers throughout the year.
Enjoy a free day to explore Sydney. Celebrate your last evening in Sydney with your Travel Director at a restaurant right on the waterfront
Included: Breakfast
InterContinental Sydney by IHG
InterContinental Sydney has been one of the luxury hotels in Sydney CBD of choice. Whether you’re looking for a romantic getaway, resort vacation, family adventure or a historic immersion, the InterContinental hotel has a variety of unique offers throughout the year.
Late morning stroll through the Royal Botanical Garden to the Art Gallery for a guided tour. The Art Gallery houses some spectacular First Nations art as well as contemporary and classic pieces. Afterwards enjoy lunch infused with native Australian flavours
InterContinental Sydney by IHG
InterContinental Sydney has been one of the luxury hotels in Sydney CBD of choice. Whether you’re looking for a romantic getaway, resort vacation, family adventure or a historic immersion, the InterContinental hotel has a variety of unique offers throughout the year.
Fly across the Tasman Sea this morning to the island nation of New Zealand, and meet your Travel Director for dinner at your hotel.
Included: Breakfast and Dinner with wine
A morning city sightseeing tour is followed by free time to relax or explore Auckland.
Discover native flora and fauna at Rainbow Springs Nature Park. This evening, enjoy a traditional Māori Hangi Highlight Dinner and a concert at the Tamaki Māori Village
Included: Breakfast and Highlight Dinner
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.
There’s time this morning to consider an optional experience before boarding your flight to Queenstown.
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.
Drive through Fiordland National Park to Milford Sound. Cruise among sheer cliffs, massive waterfalls, glaciers and rainforest before you return to Queenstown in the late afternoon.
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.
Relax and explore in Queenstown today. This evening, join your fellow travellers for a Highlight Dinner at The Boatshed.
Included: Breakfast and Highlight Dinner
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.
Visit the Jones Family fruit stall for fresh local stone fruit. Discover some of the rarest cars in NZ Motorsports history during your visit to the Highlands Museum. Arriving at Lake Tekapo, you're far from anywhere. Which practically guarantees dazzling stargazing in the UNESCO Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve.
Peppers Bluewater Resort
Property Location
Located in Lake Tekapo, Peppers Bluewater Resort is minutes from Mount John Observatory and Church of the Good Shepherd. This eco-friendly resort is within close proximity of Sheepdog Statue and Tekapo Springs.
Distinction Christchurch Hotel
The newly renovated Distinction Hotel Christchurch is an urban escape combining sophisticated smarts and familiar warmth whilst standing proud amongst the buzz of the rejuvenation of Cathedral Square.
Meet Isabelle and Tim Weston for a By My Guest morning tea at their home, Britten Stables. Formerly horse stables, the couple restored the property and transformed it into the exquisite home it is today. Spend the last evening with your Travel Director at a Farewell Dinner.
Included: Be My Guest Morning Tea and Farewell Dinner
Distinction Christchurch Hotel
The newly renovated Distinction Hotel Christchurch is an urban escape combining sophisticated smarts and familiar warmth whilst standing proud amongst the buzz of the rejuvenation of Cathedral Square.
Flight information
Day 1 – flights to arrive prior to 12.00pm (noon) into Melbourne Airport
Day 22 – flights to depart anytime from Queenstown Airport
Flights are not included in the holiday price.
Internal-holiday flights: Land Only price requires the following internal-holiday flights to be purchased separately in order to fulfil the holiday itinerary:
Day 4 – Melbourne to Alice Springs: QF796
Day 7 – Ayers Rock to Cairns: QF1854
Day 10 – Cairns to Sydney: QF923
Day 13 – Sydney to Auckland: QF143
Day 16 – Rotorua to Christchurch: NZ5785 (until 31/03/20)
Day 16 - Rotorua to Queenstown: NZ5785/5653 (from 01/04/20)
Please note that departures up to 15/03/20 operate as per the 2019/20 itinerary, are one day shorter and end in Queenstown.
Departures from 01/04/20 will follow the itinerary as specified.
