12 or 15 days
Auckland, Rotorua, Sydney, Cairns, with extension to Honolulu | JDU
Far away on the other side of the globe, Australia and New Zealand boast exotic wildlife, beautiful nature and fascinating indigenous cultures. The Maori people of Rotorua are still very active in the society—experience their traditions at a Hangi feast. In Sydney, see where the first Europeans set foot, and in Cairns, explore the extraordinary Great Barrier Reef.
  • Day 1: Fly to New Zealand

  • Day 2: Cross the International Date Line

  • Day 3: Auckland • Rotorua

    Meet your Tour Director at your destination

    Travel to Rotorua

    Watch a sheep and dog show at the Agrodome

  • Day 4: Rotorua

    Take a Rotorua duck tour

    Take a tour of a Rotorua geothermal park

    Ride the Skyline Gondola

    Learn about jade carving in a local craftsman's shop

    Visit a Maori Village for a traditional Hangi feast

  • Day 5: Rotorua • Auckland

    Travel to Auckland

    Take a tour of Auckland
    Add this in-depth excursion:
    All Blacks Experience OR the Wētā Workshop Unleashed

    All Blacks Experience OR the Wētā Workshop Unleashed

     Choose between two memorable, hands-on experiences: the All Blacks Experience rugby showcase or Wētā Workshop Unleashed. In the former, you'll learn about rugby's history and get to test your skills firsthand in an interactive play zone. At Wētā Workshop Unleashed, you'll journey into the world of horror, fantasy, and sci-fi filmmaking as you explore make-believe film sets and participate in a hands-on crafting workshop.  

  • Day 6: Auckland • Sydney

    Fly to Sydney
  • Day 7: Sydney

    Take a tour of Sydney

    Visit the National Opal Collection

    Watson Bay Boat Excursion 

    Visit the Hyde Park Barracks Museum

    Visit the Sydney Tower

    Take a walking tour of the Rocks neighborhood

  • Day 8: Sydney

    Add this in-depth excursion:
    Sydney Icons: the Opera House and Harbour

    Sydney Icons: the Opera House and Harbour

    Explore the Sydney Harbour area from multiple perspectives, starting with the arched Harbour Bridge and its stunning pylon lookout offering 360-degree views. Then, take in the sea and sky- perhaps upside down- while enjoying rollercoasters and other rides at the iconic Luna Park. Lunch is included (just try not to lose it!). Finally 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. 

  • Day 9: Sydney • Cairns

    Fly to Cairns
  • Day 10: Cairns

    Board a cruise to the Great Barrier Reef for a full day of snorkeling

    Add this in-depth excursion:
    Snorkeling with a Marine Biologist

    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.

  • Day 11: Cairns

    Add this in-depth excursion:
    Kuranda

    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.

  • Day 12: Depart for home

Add 3 more days

  • Day 12: Cairns • Honolulu

    Explore Cairns on your own

    Fly to Honolulu

    Visit the Waimea Valley 

  • Day 13: Honolulu

    Spend the day relaxing on the beach or exploring more of Honolulu 

    Add this in-depth excursion:
    Luau Evening

    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. 

  • Day 14: Honolulu • Depart for home

    Visit the USS Arizona Memorial

    Tour Honolulu with your Tour Director

  • Day 15: Arrive home

Interested in learning more about this tour?
  • Day 1: Fly to New Zealand

  • Day 2: Cross the International Date Line

  • Day 3: Auckland • Rotorua

    Meet your Tour Director at your destination

    Travel to Rotorua

    Watch a sheep and dog show at the Agrodome

  • Day 4: Rotorua

    Take a Rotorua duck tour

    Take a tour of a Rotorua geothermal park

    Ride the Skyline Gondola

    Learn about jade carving in a local craftsman's shop

    Visit a Maori Village for a traditional Hangi feast

  • Day 5: Rotorua • Auckland

    Travel to Auckland

    Take a tour of Auckland
    Add this in-depth excursion:
    All Blacks Experience OR the Wētā Workshop Unleashed

    All Blacks Experience OR the Wētā Workshop Unleashed

     Choose between two memorable, hands-on experiences: the All Blacks Experience rugby showcase or Wētā Workshop Unleashed. In the former, you'll learn about rugby's history and get to test your skills firsthand in an interactive play zone. At Wētā Workshop Unleashed, you'll journey into the world of horror, fantasy, and sci-fi filmmaking as you explore make-believe film sets and participate in a hands-on crafting workshop.  

  • Day 6: Auckland • Sydney

    Fly to Sydney
  • Day 7: Sydney

    Take a tour of Sydney

    Visit the National Opal Collection

    Watson Bay Boat Excursion 

    Visit the Hyde Park Barracks Museum

    Visit the Sydney Tower

    Take a walking tour of the Rocks neighborhood

  • Day 8: Sydney

    Add this in-depth excursion:
    Sydney Icons: the Opera House and Harbour

    Sydney Icons: the Opera House and Harbour

    Explore the Sydney Harbour area from multiple perspectives, starting with the arched Harbour Bridge and its stunning pylon lookout offering 360-degree views. Then, take in the sea and sky- perhaps upside down- while enjoying rollercoasters and other rides at the iconic Luna Park. Lunch is included (just try not to lose it!). Finally 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. 

  • Day 9: Sydney • Cairns

    Fly to Cairns
  • Day 10: Cairns

    Board a cruise to the Great Barrier Reef for a full day of snorkeling

    Add this in-depth excursion:
    Snorkeling with a Marine Biologist

    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.

  • Day 11: Cairns

    Add this in-depth excursion:
    Kuranda

    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.

  • Day 12: Depart for home

Add 3 more days

  • Day 12: Cairns • Honolulu

    Explore Cairns on your own

    Fly to Honolulu

    Visit the Waimea Valley 

  • Day 13: Honolulu

    Spend the day relaxing on the beach or exploring more of Honolulu 

    Add this in-depth excursion:
    Luau Evening

    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. 

  • Day 14: Honolulu • Depart for home

    Visit the USS Arizona Memorial

    Tour Honolulu with your Tour Director

  • Day 15: Arrive home

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  • Hotels

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  • Meals

    Breakfast daily; 4 dinners (6 with extension)

  • 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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