Journey Down Under
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Day 1: Fly to New Zealand
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Day 2: Cross the International Date Line
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Day 3: Auckland • Rotorua
Meet your Tour Director at the airportWatch a sheep and dog show at the Agrodome
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Day 4: Rotorua
Take a Rotorua Duck TourTake a tour of a Rotorua geothermal park
Visit a Maori Village for a traditional Hangi feast
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Day 5: Rotorua • Auckland
Ride the Skyline GondolaLearn about jade carving in a local craftsman's shop
Take a tour of Auckland -
Day 6: Auckland • Sydney
Fly to SydneyDinner in Sydney -
Day 7: Sydney
Take a tour of SydneyVisit the National Opal Collection
Enjoy a harbour cruise
Visit the Hyde Park Barracks Museum
Visit Sydney TowerTake a walking tour of The Rocks -
Day 8: Sydney
Add this in-depth excursion:
Featherdale Wildlife Park and Opera House
Get up-close and personal with Australia’s most iconic animals on a visit to the Featherdale Wildlife Park. There, students will get a comprehensive lesson in the Learning Burrow—an outdoor amphitheatre designed to complement most high school curriculums. The local education officers give live lessons with four of the endemic Australian animals, and walk students through their habitat, behaviours and nutritional needs. Take a tour of the world-famous Opera House where you’ll go behind-the-scenes and see what it takes to get a live production on stage.
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Day 9: Sydney • Cairns
Fly to Cairns -
Day 10: Cairns
Take an excursion to the Great Barrier ReefAdd this in-depth excursion:
Snorkeling with a Marine Biologist
Enhance your time in the world’s largest reef system by opting for a snorkeling adventure with a marine biologist. Learn about the sights and sounds of the Great Barrier Reef from an expert who can teach you more about the animal and plant life you spot in this interactive, aquatic classroom.
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Day 11: Cairns
Add this in-depth excursion:
Kuranda
Your full-day excursion begins with a scenic train ride to the rainforest village of Kuranda. Pass through the lush Atherton Tablelands, a tropical rainforest home to waterfalls and dramatic mountain lookouts. After free time, descend via a gondola and visit the Tjapukai Aboriginal Park, where you’ll learn about traditional Aboriginal culture and customs through live dancing and boomerang throwing.
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Day 12: Depart for home
Add 3 more days
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Day 12: Cairns • Honolulu
Explore Cairns on your own
Fly to Honolulu
Visit the USS Arizona Memorial
Tour Honolulu with an expert local guide
Dinner in Honolulu -
Day 13: Honolulu
Free day to relax and discover Honolulu
Add this in-depth excursion:
Luau Evening
Follow the gentle sounds of the ukulele to tonight’s luau, a traditional Hawaiian feast under the stars and swaying palm trees. Once you’ve put on your lei, sit back and enjoy the Polynesian art form of hula, as dancers in grass skirts and flowing gowns perform in perfect time to the beat of the drum. A luau feast usually features chicken, fish, pork and a variety of fresh island fruits and vegetables, so be sure to bring your appetite.
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Day 14: Honolulu • Depart for home
See the Dole Plantation
Visit the Waimea Valley
Dinner in Honolulu -
Day 15: Arrive home
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Day 1: Fly to New Zealand
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Day 2: Cross the International Date Line
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Day 3: Auckland • Rotorua
Meet your Tour Director at the airportWatch a sheep and dog show at the Agrodome
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Day 4: Rotorua
Take a Rotorua Duck TourTake a tour of a Rotorua geothermal park
Visit a Maori Village for a traditional Hangi feast
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Day 5: Rotorua • Auckland
Ride the Skyline GondolaLearn about jade carving in a local craftsman's shop
Take a tour of Auckland -
Day 6: Auckland • Sydney
Fly to SydneyDinner in Sydney -
Day 7: Sydney
Take a tour of SydneyVisit the National Opal Collection
Enjoy a harbour cruise
Visit the Hyde Park Barracks Museum
Visit Sydney TowerTake a walking tour of The Rocks -
Day 8: Sydney
Add this in-depth excursion:
Featherdale Wildlife Park and Opera House
Get up-close and personal with Australia’s most iconic animals on a visit to the Featherdale Wildlife Park. There, students will get a comprehensive lesson in the Learning Burrow—an outdoor amphitheatre designed to complement most high school curriculums. The local education officers give live lessons with four of the endemic Australian animals, and walk students through their habitat, behaviours and nutritional needs. Take a tour of the world-famous Opera House where you’ll go behind-the-scenes and see what it takes to get a live production on stage.
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Day 9: Sydney • Cairns
Fly to Cairns -
Day 10: Cairns
Take an excursion to the Great Barrier ReefAdd this in-depth excursion:
Snorkeling with a Marine Biologist
Enhance your time in the world’s largest reef system by opting for a snorkeling adventure with a marine biologist. Learn about the sights and sounds of the Great Barrier Reef from an expert who can teach you more about the animal and plant life you spot in this interactive, aquatic classroom.
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Day 11: Cairns
Add this in-depth excursion:
Kuranda
Your full-day excursion begins with a scenic train ride to the rainforest village of Kuranda. Pass through the lush Atherton Tablelands, a tropical rainforest home to waterfalls and dramatic mountain lookouts. After free time, descend via a gondola and visit the Tjapukai Aboriginal Park, where you’ll learn about traditional Aboriginal culture and customs through live dancing and boomerang throwing.
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Day 12: Depart for home
Add 3 more days
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Day 12: Cairns • Honolulu
Explore Cairns on your own
Fly to Honolulu
Visit the USS Arizona Memorial
Tour Honolulu with an expert local guide
Dinner in Honolulu -
Day 13: Honolulu
Free day to relax and discover Honolulu
Add this in-depth excursion:
Luau Evening
Follow the gentle sounds of the ukulele to tonight’s luau, a traditional Hawaiian feast under the stars and swaying palm trees. Once you’ve put on your lei, sit back and enjoy the Polynesian art form of hula, as dancers in grass skirts and flowing gowns perform in perfect time to the beat of the drum. A luau feast usually features chicken, fish, pork and a variety of fresh island fruits and vegetables, so be sure to bring your appetite.
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Day 14: Honolulu • Depart for home
See the Dole Plantation
Visit the Waimea Valley
Dinner in Honolulu -
Day 15: Arrive home
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Everything you get
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Airfare & transportation
Your flights—covered. Buses, trains, cruise ships, ferries and subways—covered. We take care of getting you around so you can enjoy the ride.
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Hotels
Safe, comfortable hotels with private bathrooms will be waiting for you at your destination.
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Meals
Breakfast daily; 4 dinners (6 with extension)
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Entrances
Rotorua Duck Tour; Maori Village; Skyline Gondola; Rotorua Agrodome; Whaka geothermal area; Barrier Reef; Sydney Tower; National Opal Collection; Harbor Cruise; WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo; With extension: USS Arizona War Memorial; Waimea Valley
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Full-time Tour Director
Your dedicated Tour Director is with your group 24/7, providing deep local insight while handling all on-tour logistics.
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Expert Local Guides
Your expert local guides add cultural insight and global perspective on your sightseeing tours.
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Continuous Support
Your dedicated EF team helps you every step of the way—from recruiting and enrolling travellers to planning and managing your tour.
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24-hour Emergency Service
Travellers and their families can count on EF’s dedicated emergency service team.
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Worldwide Presence
EF has over 500 schools and offices in more than 50 countries worldwide so wherever you go, we’re there too.
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Peace of Mind Program
Feel secure knowing your group can change their destination or travel dates due to unforeseen circumstances.
Guaranteed lowest price
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