Australia New Zealand Highlights — 12N/13D Australia package

This popular combined Australia-New Zealand tour links both countries across twelve nights, with four internal flights including the trans-Tasman…

Australia New Zealand Highlights tour package — 12N/13D itinerary, price and inclusions

This popular combined Australia-New Zealand tour links both countries across twelve nights, with four internal flights including the trans-Tasman crossing. Australia delivers a Sydney harbour cruise, Blue Mountains, a Gold Coast theme park and Melbourne's Phillip Island Penguin Parade. New Zealand follows with Auckland's Sky Tower, an optional Hobbiton movie-set visit, Rotorua's geothermal wonders and a Maori cultural evening, and Queenstown's adventure activities like the jet boat or gondola, with an optional Milford Sound cruise. Ten Indian dinners are included. It is the classic two-country Pacific trip, combining Australia's harbour cities and wildlife with New Zealand's stunning landscapes and Maori culture in one well-paced journey. starting at INR 4,40,000 per person. Covers Sydney 3N, Gold Coast 2N, Melbourne 2N, Auckland 1N, Rotorua 1N, Christchurch, Queenstown 3N.

Australia New Zealand Highlights package highlights

Australia New Zealand Highlights day-by-day itinerary (12N/13D)

Day 1: Arrival in Sydney

Arrive in Sydney and transfer to your hotel. Settle in and take a first look at the harbour and city. First Indian dinner with the group.

Day 2: Sydney harbour cruise

Tour Sydney's icons and take a harbour cruise for views of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge, with Bondi Beach and the Rocks district. Overnight in Sydney.

Day 3: Blue Mountains day

Take a full-day excursion to the Blue Mountains, visiting Scenic World and the Three Sisters formation amid eucalyptus forests. Overnight in Sydney.

Day 4: Fly to Gold Coast

Fly to the Gold Coast, Australia's beach and theme-park playground. On arrival, settle in and enjoy the Surfers Paradise beachfront. Overnight on the Gold Coast.

Day 5: Gold Coast theme park

Spend a full day at a Gold Coast theme park such as Movie World or Sea World, enjoying rides and shows. Overnight on the Gold Coast.

Day 6: Fly to Melbourne and Phillip Island

Fly to Melbourne and take a city tour, then head to Phillip Island for the famous Penguin Parade at dusk. Overnight in Melbourne.

Day 7: Fly to Auckland

Take the trans-Tasman flight to Auckland, New Zealand's City of Sails. On arrival, ascend the Sky Tower for sweeping views and explore the waterfront. Overnight in Auckland.

Day 8: Auckland to Rotorua

Travel to Rotorua, with an optional visit to the Hobbiton movie set en route. On arrival, settle into the geothermal town. Overnight in Rotorua.

Day 9: Rotorua to Queenstown

Experience Rotorua's geothermal wonders of bubbling mud and geysers and a Maori cultural evening with a hangi feast, then fly via Christchurch to Queenstown. Overnight in Queenstown.

Day 10: Queenstown adventures

Enjoy adventure-capital Queenstown: ride the Skyline gondola for views over Lake Wakatipu or take a thrilling jet-boat ride. An optional Milford Sound cruise is available. Overnight in Queenstown.

Day 11: Queenstown at leisure

Enjoy a free day in Queenstown for optional activities, the wineries of nearby Gibbston, or simply the lakeside scenery. Overnight in Queenstown.

Day 12: Queenstown free time

Spend a final relaxed day in Queenstown soaking up the mountain and lake scenery or shopping before departure. Overnight in Queenstown.

Day 13: Departure

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight home, having combined Australia and New Zealand's highlights.

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Frequently asked questions

What visas are needed?

Indians need an Australia eVisitor or Visitor visa and a separate NZ Visitor visa (NZeTA covers limited cases). Both fees paid separately.

Best season?

October to April for Australia; year-round for NZ but November to April has best weather. Avoid June-September NZ winter unless skiing.

Are vegetarian or Jain meals available?

Yes. Ten Indian dinners are included; Maori Hangi can include vegetarian options on request. Jain on request.

How much walking is involved?

Moderate to heavy. Plan 6 to 10 km on most days.

Is Milford Sound worth the upgrade?

Yes, it is one of NZ's most spectacular fjords; the day is long (12 hours) but unforgettable.

Can the itinerary be customised?

Group dates fixed; private versions on request.

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