Experience Australia and New Zealand from every evocative angle with this unique 17-day itinerary. Nature meets with culture; city sights intermingle with desert and beaches, and remarkable wildlife comes alive at every turn. Every day is different and every experience showcases why these two countries are on every traveler's bucket list.
Customizable Itinerary
Day 1
Syndey - Welcome to a Vibrant City
Australia and New Zealand are tucked into a lost corner of the planet, as immense islands that are marked by contrasts and diversity. Everything here is bigger and more dramatic; mountains, desert, rainforest, reef, and beaches. Reaching such an untamed world isn't easy and it's a long flight from wherever you live. After landing in Sydney, you'll be met by a private transfer and escorted to your hotel. Relax and admire the city view from your window, before enjoying a leisurely day sampling the local sights. You're in the heart of the city's most illustrious neighborhood with restaurants overlooking the water and dozens of attractions within walking distance to all the central city sights.
What's Included:
Day 2
Sydney - The Best of an Iconic Place
Day 3
Sydney - Marveling at the Blue Mountains
Day 4
Cairns - Tropical Retreat
Day 5
Cairns - Experiencing the Great Barrier Reef
Day 6
Cairns - Aboriginal Dreaming
Day 7
Uluru - The Burning Red Beauty of Uluru
Day 8
Melbourne - Desert Exploration and City Lights
Day 9
Melbourne - Kangaroos and Koalas in the Wild
Day 10
Melbourne - Meandering Along the Great Ocean Road
Day 11
Queenstown - Welcome to New Zealand
Day 12
Milford Sound - Lost in the Wonder
Day 13
Queenstown - Adrenaline Adventure
Day 14
Rotorua - A Maori Immersion
Day 15
Rotorua - Outdoor Adventure and Natural Beauty
Day 16
Auckland - Lost in the Magical World of Hobbiton
Day 17
Auckland - Depart for home
Trip Highlights
- Immerse yourself in seven iconic destinations, each offering a unique side to a magical continent
- Explore the dazzling city lights and surrounding natural beauty of Sydney, the great harbor city, providing an idyllic introduction to Australia
- Indulge in the tropical paradise of Cairns, then dip in the water and discover the color and charm of the Great Barrier Reef
- Admire the dramatic burning red of Uluru, losing yourself in the spirituality and sunsets of Australia's most famous natural attraction
- Weave down the Great Ocean Road and discover wild kangaroos and koalas, just two highlights from your stay in inimitable Melbourne
- Feel your heart race as Queenstown showcases why it's the adrenalin capital of the world
- Drive and cruise through Milford Sound and the Fiordland National Park, twinkling snow-capped mountains gazing down on calm turquoise waters
- Discover authentic Aboriginal and Maori culture in all its complexity, from traditional tribal welcomes to hunting for food in the bush
- Experience outdoor New Zealand as you mountain bike, kayak and walk, through the nature that makes the country famous
- Pretend to be Gandolf as you wander through the untouched Hobbiton movie set and stop for a drink in Greed Dragon Tavern
Starting Price
$20,800 per person (excluding international flights)
What's Included
- Accommodations
- In-country transportation
- Some or all activities and tours
- Expert trip planning
- 24x7 support during your trip
Your final trip cost will vary based on your selected accommodations, activities, meals, and other trip elements that you opt to include.
Reviews of Zicasso's Referral Service
4.85 stars based on 922 reviews.
We absolutely loved so much of our trip! My kids’ (ages 11 and eight) favorite activities were luging in Rotorua, NZ, and the sunset camel ride in Uluru, AU, while my husband and I were enchanted by Hobbiton and enjoyed exploring a glowworm cave with the owner's father! We all loved Tasmania.
There were a few hiccups. However, we were very happy with all the support the Zicasso travel company's team provided in real time to help us get back on track.
The overall trip was fantastic. My husband and I appreciated having the team support our adventures, both the highs and the lows. The team members were detailed-oriented. This trip exceeded our expectations and we’re incredibly grateful for their expertise in curating such memorable experiences.
Reviewed By Sivly R.
The trip was awesome; the trip of a lifetime! We saw/experienced everything we could imagine. The trip reflected all of our wish-list items. Zicasso's travel specialist was very accommodating to our ideas and was very detail-oriented. We didn't have to worry about a thing on this vacation.
Reviewed By Sharon B.
Great trip! Zicasso's travel planner was responsive to our needs and put together an enjoyable trip. It was organized, with all documents in order and no surprises!
Reviewed By Lisa D.
The process was straightforward and Zicasso's trip planner was very easy to work with. She came up with an itinerary that we were able to tweak and work with to fit our timeline and expectations.
Reviewed By Jodi R.
We had the most wonderful time in Australia and New Zealand. Zicasso's travel agent was an absolute pleasure to work with. She was very responsive and so helpful in ensuring we saw eveything we wanted to see. She listened to our needs and put together an amazing trip!
Reviewed By Cheryl F.
Zicasso's tour operator did a great job planning a once-in-a-lifetime trip for me and my friend to Australia and New Zealand. We had several planning phone calls ahead of time and I could tell that she listened to what we wanted and had great suggestions. She also modified the trip to fit our budget. The tours and locations she picked ended up being wonderful and exactly what we wanted. Thank you so much!
Reviewed By Megan B.