Cultures of the South Pacific
Far away on the other side of the globe, Australia and New Zealand boast amazing wildlife, beautiful natural wonders, and some of the world’s most fascinating indigenous cultures. Spend time exploring customs and traditions of Australia’s Aboriginal people, New Zealand Maori, and the Cook Island’s own indigenous people. Then discover how these cultures continue to thrive and change in a modern world.
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Day 1: Fly to Australia
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Day 2: Cross the International Date Line
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Day 3: Sydney
Meet your Tour Director at your destinationVisit the Sydney Tower
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Day 4: Sydney
Take a walking tour of Sydney
Visit the Hyde Park Barracks Museum
Enjoy a guided tour of the Royal Botanical Gardens
Visit the National Opal Collection
Dinner in Sydney -
Day 5: Sydney
Add this in-depth excursion:
Guringai Chase National Park
The Guringai are an Australian Aboriginal group united by a common language, strong ties of kinship. You will be accompanied by an experienced Aboriginal guide as you explore Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park. Visit rock carving sites and learn how traditional styles of art were created over the generations and hear stories the ancestors.
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Day 6: Sydney • Auckland • Rotorua
Fly to Auckland
Travel to Rotorua
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Day 7: Rotorua
Take a Rotorua duck tour
Watch a sheep and dog show at the Agrodome
Learn about jade carving in a local craftsman's shop
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Day 8: Rotorua
Visit the Wai-O-Tapu geothermal area
Take part in a local exchange with the Murupara Maori community
Enjoy a Hangi feast
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Day 9: Rotorua • Auckland
Travel to AucklandTake a tour of Auckland -
Day 10: Auckland • Raratonga Island
Fly to Rarotonga Island, one of the Cook Islands
Lei greeting upon arrival to the airport
Discover nearby reefs during a snorkeling tour
Enjoy a beach-side lunch
Relax on the beach during free time
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Day 11: Rarotonga Island
Cook Island traditional community visit:
- Learn about island ecology with a local guide
- Help prepare lunch then sit down for meal with local community members
Enjoy free time in Rarotonga Island
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Day 12: Depart for home
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Day 1: Fly to Australia
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Day 2: Cross the International Date Line
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Day 3: Sydney
Meet your Tour Director at your destinationVisit the Sydney Tower
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Day 4: Sydney
Take a walking tour of Sydney
Visit the Hyde Park Barracks Museum
Enjoy a guided tour of the Royal Botanical Gardens
Visit the National Opal Collection
Dinner in Sydney -
Day 5: Sydney
Add this in-depth excursion:
Guringai Chase National Park
The Guringai are an Australian Aboriginal group united by a common language, strong ties of kinship. You will be accompanied by an experienced Aboriginal guide as you explore Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park. Visit rock carving sites and learn how traditional styles of art were created over the generations and hear stories the ancestors.
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Day 6: Sydney • Auckland • Rotorua
Fly to Auckland
Travel to Rotorua
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Day 7: Rotorua
Take a Rotorua duck tour
Watch a sheep and dog show at the Agrodome
Learn about jade carving in a local craftsman's shop
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Day 8: Rotorua
Visit the Wai-O-Tapu geothermal area
Take part in a local exchange with the Murupara Maori community
Enjoy a Hangi feast
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Day 9: Rotorua • Auckland
Travel to AucklandTake a tour of Auckland -
Day 10: Auckland • Raratonga Island
Fly to Rarotonga Island, one of the Cook Islands
Lei greeting upon arrival to the airport
Discover nearby reefs during a snorkeling tour
Enjoy a beach-side lunch
Relax on the beach during free time
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Day 11: Rarotonga Island
Cook Island traditional community visit:
- Learn about island ecology with a local guide
- Help prepare lunch then sit down for meal with local community members
Enjoy free time in Rarotonga Island
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Day 12: Depart for home
See what an EF tour is really like
The Cultures of the South Pacific Tour was amazing. My students really connected with children and teens of the tribes in each of the countries we visited. Fantastic mix of urban and rural life experiences. ...A Must Experience Trip
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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; 7 dinners (including Hangi)
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Entrances
Skyline Gondola; Sydney Tower; National Opal Collection; Harbor Cruise; WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo; Rotorua Duck Tour; Agrodome; Whaka geothermal area; Maori Village; Whaka geothermal area; Snorkeling; Cultural Tour; School visit
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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.
Lowest price
Risk-free enrolment period: Benefit from added flexibility
If you are currently enrolled, or enrol by December 15, 2021, on a tour with a scheduled departure date between October 1, 2022, and September 30, 2023, you will have will have the option to cancel your tour for any reason by March 1, 2022, for a full refund of 100% of the money paid to EF, including the $199 non-refundable deposit and the cost of the Global Travel Protection Plan if your payments are up to date and your account is in good financial standing.
Program price valid for today. Program price includes all airline/travel provider surcharges, departure taxes and airport fees. Please call 1-800-387-1460 for more information.