New Zealand, Sydney, and the
Great Barrier Reef - 14 Days
Days 1, 2
Journey to New Zealand. Board your overnight flight and arrive in Auckland two days later. Our G-Tours guide will meet you at the Auckland International Airport.
Day 3
Head into Auckland where we will enjoy a tour of the ‘City of Sails’. Our tour will include the Sky Tower, the Auckland Museum, the harbour and the America’s Cup location. Evening tour and optional activities available.
Day 4
Travel south to Waitomo. Optional black water rafting! Intertube or raft through the earth while gazing at glowworms above. Arrive in Rotorua in the evening.
Day 5
Guided tour of the thermal city of Rotorua. In the afternoon we will take a tour of the Thermal Reserve including hot springs and geysers. We will also visit a local Maori village. Optional Hangi Feast and show in the evening.
Day 6
Morning departure for Auckland. Optional activities in the afternoon include visiting the Antartic Center, attending an IMAX show, or shopping. In the afternoon we will board our flight for Australia! Today we will visit Darling Harbour. In the afternoon you have the option of visiting the Chinese Gardens, climb the AMP Tower, and visit the Aquarium or the Queen Victoria Building. Dinner back at the hotel and then opt to take an evening walking tour with your G-Tours tour guides.
Day 7
In the afternoon we will board our flight for Australia! Today we will visit Darling Harbour. In the afternoon you have the option of visiting the Chinese Gardens, climb the AMP Tower, and visit the Aquarium or the Queen Victoria Building. Dinner back at the hotel and then opt to take an evening walking tour with your G-Tour tour guides.
Day 8
Morning visit of The Sydney Opera House and the Circular Quay. In the afternoon we will tour the historic Rocks district. Lunch at City Extra in Circular Quay.
In the afternoon we will travel to Manly by ferry across Sydney Harbour. Time at Manly Beach. There will have the opportunity to play volleyball or swim at the beach. Surfing lessons available. Fish & Chips on the beach (A Great Aussie Tradition).
Day 9
Depart for the Blue Mountains! Hike through the Blue Mountains starting with a thousand stair climb down the smallest of the famous Three Sisters. Hike past a waterfall and climb back out of the valley. We will see some sacred aboriginal sights. Meanwhile keep an eye out for koalas!
Day 10
Depart for Cairns. After arrival in Cairns, we will take a guided tour including the Pier and waterfront. Free time on the beach and later visit the Famous Night Markets.
Day 11
Today we will head out by boat to the breath-taking Great Barrier Reef!! Spend the afternoon snorkeling, swimming, or just sun-bathing. Optional instructional scuba diving courses available. Lunch on the Reef.
Day 12
Head to the Rainforest! We will take a high through the Rainforest and swim at a waterfall. Visit The Boulders, a creek where you might see a platypus! Here we will be having a picnic lunch.
Day 13
Return to Auckland via Sydney. Enjoy your last night ‘Down Under’!
Day 14
After twelve unforgettable days, depart for the States from Auckland!
