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Australia to New Zealand: The Best of the South Pacific

Just how incredible are Australia and New Zealand, you ask? So great that you still couldn’t see it for all it's worth on this 38-day adventure. Starting in Sydney, you’ll fly to the famed Red Centre and have a chance to witness Uluru at sunrise. Then travel south down the East Coast, filled with beautiful beach, kangaroos, wallabies and all the crazy Australian wildlife you could hope to see. After three weeks, fly to New Zealand’s North Island first, then down to the South Island for even more fun Down Under.

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38 DaysSydney to Christchurch
Valid on May 5 2026Trip Code: OAYC
From $11304.15 USDIncluding taxes and fees

Is this tour for me?

Travel Style: Classic

All of the highlights, culture, access, and I-can’t-believe-we-did-that moments, all at a great price.

Service Level: Standard

Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport.

Physical Grading: 3 - Average

Some tours may include light hiking, biking, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking.

Merchandising: New Trips

Trip Type: Small Group

Group trips average 12 travellers per departure, depending on the adventure. The maximum is usually no more than 16, but some can be smaller or bigger, depending on the trip. Check individual trips for details.

Age requirements: 12+

All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

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Australia to New Zealand: The Best of the South Pacific - Itinerary

Trip Start: SydneyTrip End: Christchurch

DAY 1

Sydney

Arrive at any time. Join your CEO for a welcome meeting. There are no planned activities during the day, so check into the hotel and explore your surroundings.

Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group:
Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.

Rydges Sydney Central:
Rydges Sydney Central

Australia to New Zealand: The Best of the South Pacific - Itinerary

Trip Start: SydneyTrip End: Christchurch
DAY 1
Sydney

DAY 1

Sydney

Arrive at any time. Join your CEO for a welcome meeting. There are no planned activities during the day, so check into the hotel and explore your surroundings.

Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group:
Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.

Rydges Sydney Central:
Rydges Sydney Central

DAY 2
Sydney/Manly Beach
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DAY 3
Sydney
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DAY 4
Sydney/Yulara
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DAY 5
Yulara/Kings Canyon
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DAY 6
Kings Canyon/Alice Springs
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DAY 7
Alice Springs/Melbourne
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DAY 8
Melbourne
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DAY 9
Melbourne
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DAY 10
Melbourne/Cairns
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DAY 11
Cairns/Cape Tribulation
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DAY 12
Cape Tribulation
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DAY 13
Cape Tribulation/Cairns
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DAY 14
Cairns/Airlie Beach
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DAY 15
Airlie Beach
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DAY 16
Airlie Beach/Byron Bay
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DAY 17
Byron Bay
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DAY 18
Byron Bay/Port Macquarie
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DAY 19
Port Macquarie/Blue Mountains
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DAY 20
Blue Mountains
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DAY 21
Blue Mountains/Sydney
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DAY 22
Sydney
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DAY 23
Sydney/Auckland
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DAY 24
Auckland
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DAY 25
Auckland/Rotorua
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DAY 26
Rotorua
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DAY 27
Rotorua/Wellington
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DAY 28
Wellington
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DAY 29
Wellington/Kaikoura
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DAY 30
Kaikoura/Hanmer Springs
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DAY 31
Hanmer Springs/Franz Josef
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DAY 32
Franz Josef
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DAY 33
Franz Josef/Queenstown
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DAY 34
Queenstown
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DAY 35
Queenstown
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DAY 36
Queenstown to Tekapo
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DAY 37
Tekapo to Christchurch
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DAY 38
Christchurch
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What’s Included

  • Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
  • Your Discover Moment: Franz Josef
  • Your Discover Moment: Queenstown
  • Melbourne laneways walk
  • Guided walk at Uluru Kata Tjuta National Park
  • Sunset at Uluru
  • Guided Hiking at Kings Canyon
  • Visit to Telegraph Station
  • Ferry to Manly Beach
  • Visit to Queen Victoria Market
  • Visit to Royal Botanic Gardens of Melbourne
  • Guided Daintree Rainforest walk
  • Whitsunday Islands boating excursion
  • Blue Mountains stay with hikes
  • Scenic Railway
  • Orientation walk in Sydney
  • Free time in Cairns, Byron Bay, and Sydney
  • Waitomo Glowworm caves visit
  • Orientation walk in Wellington and Christchurch
  • Wine tasting
  • Fiordland National Park visit with Doubtful Sound day cruise
  • Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park visit with hiking opportunity (weather permitting)
  • Internal flight between Wellington and Christchurch
  • Free time in Rotorua, Wellington, Franz Josef, and Queenstown
  • All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
  • Internal flights.
Accommodations
  • Hotels (33 nts), rainforest cabin (2 nts), Desert Tented Camp (2nts)
Meals
  • 15 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 5 dinners
Transportation
  • Private vehicle, plane, boat, walking.
Staff & experts
  • CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout

Australia to New Zealand: The Best of the South Pacific Departure Dates

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Tue, Jun 16 2026Thu, Jul 23 2026Open (6)$11,969.1 USD
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Tue, Aug 11 2026Thu, Sep 17 2026Sold Out $13,299 USD
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USEFUL INFO

Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
Your Discover Moment: Franz Josef
Your Discover Moment: Queenstown. Melbourne laneways walk. Guided walk at Uluru Kata Tjuta National Park. Sunset at Uluru. Guided Hiking at Kings Canyon. Visit to Telegraph Station. Ferry to Manly Beach. Visit to Queen Victoria Market. Visit to Royal Botanic Gardens of Melbourne. Guided Daintree Rainforest walk. Whitsunday Islands boating excursion. Blue Mountains stay with hikes. Scenic Railway. Orientation walk in Sydney. Free time in Cairns, Byron Bay, and Sydney. Waitomo Glowworm caves visit. Orientation walk in Wellington and Christchurch. Wine tasting. Fiordland National Park visit with Doubtful Sound day cruise. Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park visit with hiking opportunity (weather permitting). Internal flight between Wellington and Christchurch. Free time in Rotorua, Wellington, Franz Josef, and Queenstown. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities. Internal flights.

Discover the hidden laneways of Melbourne, Join an interpretive walk through Uluru Kata Tjuta National Park, Trek through Mossman Gorge in the Daintree Rainforest, Boat through the Whitsundays and the Doubtful Sound, See the twinkling glowworms in Waitomo

The information in this trip details document has been compiled with care and is provided in good faith. However it is subject to change, and does not form part of the contract between the client and the operator. The itinerary featured is correct at time of printing. It may differ slightly to the one in the brochure. Occasionally our itineraries change as we make improvements that stem from past travellers, comments and our own research. Sometimes it can be a small change like adding an extra meal along the itinerary. Sometimes the change may result in us altering the tour for the coming year. Ultimately, our goal is to provide you with the most rewarding experience. Please note that our brochure is usually released in November each year. If you have booked from the previous brochure you may find there have been some changes to the itinerary.

VERY IMPORTANT: Please ensure that you view a final copy of your Trip Details a couple of days prior to travel, in case there have been changes that affect your plans.

Please note that when in Franz Josef optional activities may be cancelled due to adverse weather conditions.

1. Please be aware that wifi and internet access is not as readily available in Australia as in other parts of the world. There are often additional charges to connect to the internet, and speeds may be slower than what you are used to.

2. Over public holidays in Australia and New Zealand (such as Christmas, New Years Day, Easter, and Anzac Day) there may be some limitations of services and disruptions to schedules. In general our tours still operate effectively over public holidays, but there may be closures of optional activities and restaurants, and slight itinerary adjustments in order to provide all tour inclusions.

3. Please note that this tour combines with other G Adventures tours. As such, the staff and some travel companions on your tour may have previously been traveling together with G Adventures, prior to Day 1 of your tour. Likewise, some staff and travel companions may be continuing together on another G Adventures tour, after your trip concludes.

4. ACCOMMODATION NOTE:
Please be aware that properties we stay in with only two stories may not have elevators installed and climbing the stairs with your luggage will be necessary.

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