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
- Sydney harbour cruise and Blue Mountains
- Phillip Island Penguin Parade
- Auckland Sky Tower
- Hobbiton optional
- Rotorua geothermal and Maori cultural evening
- Queenstown jet boat or gondola
- Milford Sound optional
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.
Hotels in the Australia New Zealand Highlights package
- Sydney (4-star): Hilton Sydney or similar
- Gold Coast (4-star): Marriott AC Hotel Surfers Paradise or similar
- Melbourne (4-star): Hilton Melbourne South Wharf or similar
- Auckland (4-star): Hilton Auckland or similar
- Rotorua (4-star): Sudima Hotel Rotorua or similar
- Queenstown (4-star): Hilton Queenstown Resort or similar
What's included in the Australia New Zealand Highlights package
- Return flights plus 4 internal flights including trans-Tasman
- Australia and NZ visa assistance
- Daily breakfast and ten Indian dinners
- Sydney harbour cruise
- Blue Mountains
- Gold Coast theme park
- Phillip Island
- Auckland Sky Tower
- Rotorua geothermal
- Maori cultural evening
- Queenstown gondola or jet boat
- AC coach
What's not included
- Lunch
- Hobbiton upgrade
- Milford Sound upgrade
- Australia and NZ visa fees
- TCS
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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