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Magnificent New Zealand & Wonders of Australia
42 days from £8,695 per person
Combine these two itineraries to make the ultimate From the glitter of Sydney and Melbourne, to the haunting splendour
of the outback – we visit all the must-see sights on our Wonders of
holiday to Australasia. You will start your adventure by Australia, including four nights in tropical Cairns, the ideal base to visit
joining our Magnificent New Zealand tour, before flying the Great Barrier Reef and an overnight journey on-board ‘the
to Australia and joining our Wonders of Australia tour. legendary Ghan’
New Zealand is like no other place on earth – packed
full of amazing and diverse landscapes. New Zealand’s
North Island is dominated by ancient volcanoes,
stunning coastal scenery and pristine beaches. South
Island possesses high mountain peaks, deep fiords,
lush rainforests and magnificent glaciers.
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Your holiday includes
Flights with leading scheduled airlines
• Return economy class flights
• Fly with Qantas/Emirates from London Heathrow, Manchester,
Birmingham, Newcastle or Glasgow
• Flights between New Zealand and Australia
• All domestic flights in New Zealand and Australia
• All airport charges, security charges and any applicable
fuel surcharges
• UK Air Passenger Duty
Choice of outbound stopover
• Two-night outbound stopover; choose from Singapore, Bangkok
or Dubai
Carefully selected hotels
• Superior hotels in great locations
• All hotel porterage
• Applicable hotel taxes
Many meals
• Daily breakfast
• Dinner in Rotorua
• Buffet lunch on the Great Barrier Reef
• Lunch cruise around Sydney Harbour
All-inclusive on The Ghan
• All meals
• Selected alcoholic and soft drinks
Unforgettable experiences
• Sightseeing tours in Singapore (or Bangkok or Dubai), Auckland,
Rotorua, Queenstown, Dunedin, Christchurch, Melbourne, Alice
Springs, Adelaide and Sydney
• ‘Hole in the Rock’ cruise in the Bay of Islands
• Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
• Maori concert
4 Cairns • Scenic rail journey on board the TranzAlpine
3 Bay of Islands
• Morning cruise on Milford Sound
Uluru 1 2 Alice Springs 2 Auckland • Full day on the Great Barrier Reef
• Experience Uluru at sunset and sunrise
The Ghan 1 2 Rotorua
• Lunch cruise around Sydney Harbour
3 Sydney
On the ground
Adelaide 2
• Services of an experienced Coach Captain in New Zealand and
5 Melbourne Tour Manager in Australia
• All overseas transfers
Franz Josef 2
1/1 Christchurch
• Modern, air-conditioned coaches throughout
Milford Sound
3 Queenstown
100% confidence
Te Anau 2 • Your holiday is covered by our Price Promise*
2 Dunedin
• Your holiday is covered by our Covid Guarantee*
• Your holiday is fully ATOL protected
3 = Number of nights * For more information on our Price Promise and Covid Guarantee, please refer to
our website www.distantjourneys.co.uk
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Magnificent New Zealand & Wonders of Australia
Days 1 to 7: UK - Singapore - Auckland - Bay of Islands
Day 1: Depart UK Day 3: Singapore Day 6: Auckland
Depart from the UK airport most convenient Known as ‘the crossroads of Asia’, Singapore This morning, we take an orientation tour of
for you with Qantas/Emirates. Choose from is a city where east meets west; a the city. Known as the ‘City of Sails’,
London Heathrow, Manchester, Birmingham, cosmopolitan melting pot with an Auckland is New Zealand’s most populous
Newcastle or Glasgow. No matter which inspirational identity. This morning, enjoy a city, with a beautiful waterside setting and a
airport you choose, there will be no tour of this wonderful city. Included is a stop landscape dotted with volcanic hills. We
additional cost. In-flight meals and drinks at Merlion Park with impressive views of drive along the stunning coastline of the
included Marina Bay. See the historic Civic District, famous Waitemata Harbour. In the distance
Thian Hock Keng Temple and the fabulous see Rangitoto Island, an extinct volcano,
Day 2: Singapore, 2 nights orchid gardens set within Singapore’s dominating the horizon. We continue to the
Flights from London Heathrow may travel botanical gardens. Return to the hotel where stylish Viaduct Harbour, host to many
direct to Singapore. All UK regional flights will the rest of our day is free to spend as we America’s Cup celebrations. Your afternoon is
travel via Dubai. Arrive into the wonderful please. Breakfast included free to enjoy as you please. Perhaps take a
city of Singapore and transfer to the four star trip to the top of Sky Tower; the panoramic
Copthorne Kings Hotel, situated in an Day 4: Depart Singapore views from the tallest building in the
enviable position close to the banks of the A day at leisure in Singapore until it’s time to southern hemisphere are truly breathtaking.
Singapore River. In-flight meals and drinks leave for our evening flight to Auckland. Breakfast included
included Perhaps explore the impressive Gardens by
the Bay or enjoy high tea at Raffles. Day 7: Bay of Islands, 3 nights
Breakfast, in-flight meals and drinks included Our travels today commence with a drive
Alternative stopovers: over the impressive Waitemata Harbour
Dubai or Bangkok Day 5: Auckland, 2 nights Bridge. Journey past dairy farms and rolling
We have based days 2-4 of this itinerary We change aircraft in Australia. On arrival hills as we make our way north. We continue
on a stopover in Singapore. Should you into Auckland we meet our local Coach to the Waipoua Kauri Forest Reserve, where
prefer, you may choose to stop in Captain, who will be our driver and guide we stop to view the gigantic Kauri tree Tane
Bangkok or Dubai for the same price. during our time in New Zealand. Transfer to Mahuta, ‘Lord of the Forest.’ We then travel
Your stopover includes transfers, the centrally located Grand Millennium across country to the beautiful Bay of Islands
accommodation, daily breakfast and a Auckland, where we spend our first two and our home for the next three nights, the
city sightseeing tour. Flight timings will nights in New Zealand. In-flight meals and Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands, located in the
vary. Please speak with one of our drinks included picturesque seaside town of Paihia. Breakfast
personal travel experts for more detail included
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Days 8 to 13: Bay of Islands - Rotorua - Christchurch - Franz Josef
Day 8: Bay of Islands Day 10: Rotorua, 2 nights Day 12: Christchurch, Overnight
Tour Highlight We travel south this morning via Auckland as This morning we make our way to Auckland
Visiting this stunning area wouldn’t be we make our way to the world-famous Airport for our Jetstar flight to Christchurch.
complete without a cruise around the Bay of thermal region of Rotorua. Rotorua is the Enjoy a brief orientation tour, prior to our
Islands, no doubt one of your tour highlights. heart of New Zealand’s rich Maori culture arrival at the Distinction Hotel, Christchurch.
Cruise via Red Head Passage to Cape Brett and this evening, at our hotel, we attend a Breakfast included
and Piercy Island and on to the famous ‘Hole concert featuring traditional song and dance,
in the Rock’. In these world-famous deep- including the world famous war dance – The Day 13: Franz Josef, 2 nights
fishing grounds dolphins and schools of fish Haka. Also included is a buffet dinner. The Tour Highlight
are frequently seen. Our return trip visits next two nights are spent at the four star After breakfast we transfer to Christchurch
historic Russell, once known as the ‘Hell Hole Distinction Hotel. Breakfast and dinner railway station in plenty of time to catch the
of the Pacific’, but now a peaceful and included TranzAlpine, arguably one of the most scenic
picturesque township. Our free afternoon rail journeys in the world. Cross the fertile
provides an excellent opportunity (at an Day 11: Rotorua farmlands of the Canterbury Plains, and enjoy
additional cost) to visit the grounds of the Sightseeing this morning takes us via thrilling vistas over deep gorges as we travel
Waitangi National Reserve where, in 1840, the Rotorua’s famous Bath House, a Tudorstyle alongside the ice-fed Waimakariri River. We
British and Maori chiefs signed the Waitangi building within the Government Gardens. We climb the mighty Southern Alps, where at
Treaty. Breakfast included continue to Te Puia, home to the every turn, spectacular views of the chiselled
Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve, with its alpine landscape will take our breath away. At
Day 9: Bay of Islands Freedom Day spurting geysers and boiling mud pools. Your Arthur’s Pass we join our waiting coach to
Although our day has been left at leisure, we afternoon is at leisure to relax. For those that make the spectacular descent down the
have the opportunity to join a fantastic so wish, optional activities include a float western side of the Southern Alps through
optional trip to Cape Reinga. This full day plane flight over Mount Tarawera, or perhaps thick native beech forest. Our travels
excursion visits the northern tip of New an afternoon visiting the Hobbiton Movie continue southbound taking us alongside
Zealand, where the Tasman Sea meets the Set from The Lord of the Rings may be more striking wild scree-scarred terrain with forests
Pacific Ocean. The area holds special spiritual appealing. Breakfast included of Crimson Rata and Kahikatea. Just a few
significance in Maori tradition, as the place miles further south we pass Lakes Ianthe and
where Maori spirits return to their traditional Mapourika before entering the Westland
homeland, Hawaiiki-A-Nui, via the roots of a National Park. Our next two nights are at the
lone (and still standing) 800 year old Scenic Franz Josef Glacier Hotel. Breakfast
pohutukawa tree. Highlights of today’s tour included
include magnificent coastal landscapes, the
Te Paki sand dunes and a drive along Ninety
Mile Beach. Breakfast included
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Magnificent New Zealand & Wonders of Australia
Days 14 to 18: Franz Josef - Queenstown - Te Anau
Day 14: Franz Josef Freedom Day Day 15: Queenstown, 3 nights Day 17: Queenstown Freedom Day
Today is left completely free to absorb the Incredible scenery today as we travel across A further Freedom Day to enjoy in this
beauty of Franz Josef. For those that so wish, the Haast River Bridge and via Clark Bluff wonderful alpine setting. The thrill seekers
we shall drive to the Franz Josef Glacier along one of the most exciting scenic roads amongst us may wish to try the Shotover Jet
terminal where we will have the opportunity ever built. Travel along the shores of Lakes – an exhilarating boat ride amongst the crags
to walk to view the glacier. Weather Wanaka and Hawea as we enter New and boulders of the Shotover River canyon.
permitting, we may also take an optional Zealand’s Central Otago region. We continue For a more serene experience maybe stroll by
scenic flight (at an additional cost) over the via Lake Dunstan, created by the mighty the lakeside or take a gondola ride to the top
glacier and the awe-inspiring Alpine region. Clyde hydro dam in 1994. Later in the of Bob’s Peak for a magnificent panoramic
Breakfast included afternoon we reach beautiful, cosmopolitan view of Queenstown. Breakfast included
Queenstown, and our home for the next two
We recommend nights, the four star Millennium Hotel, Day 18: Te Anau, 2 nights
Scenic flight over Franz Josef Glacier situated only a short walk from the centre of This morning we take a tour to visit the
Enjoy an optional helicopter flight over awe- town. Breakfast included nearby historic mining town of Arrowtown.
inspiring Franz Josef Glacier The heart of its history is Buckingham Street,
Day 16: Queenstown Freedom Day a procession of small town heritage buildings
Queenstown smiles south across Lake that stretch into a tree-lined avenue of tiny
Wakatipu into an incomparable alpine scene. miners’ cottages. Be sure to try a cream tea in
Poplars and willows surround the lake front one of the quaint tea rooms. Afterwards,
and the lake seems to glisten every shade of depart through high country landscapes and
blue. Today has been left free to take trout fishing rivers and travel onwards to the
advantage of the incredible variety of shores of Lake Te Anau, the biggest of South
activities available in and around New Island’s many lakes. Enjoy the next two nights
Zealand’s most glamorous alpine resort. For a at the Distinction Te Anau Hotel and Villas.
relaxing experience, follow Queenstown’s Breakfast included
wine trail, an enjoyable day excursion of wine
tasting and sightseeing. There is also an
opportunity to take an optional leisurely
cruise across Lake Wakatipu aboard the
vintage steamboat TSS Earnslaw. The cruise
includes a visit to Walter Peak Homestead
and a sheep shearing show, before returning
to Queenstown aboard Earnslaw. Breakfast
included
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Days 19 to 22: Milford Sound - Dunedin - Christchurch
Day 19: Milford Sound Cruise On arrival, we enjoy a sightseeing tour taking Day 22: Christchurch, Overnight
Tour Highlight in the city’s neo-Gothic churches, town hall, This morning, our travels take us north once
An early start this morning as we embark on opulent theatres, and other 19th century more. We stop at Hampden Beach to witness
a stunning scenic drive into the heart of buildings. We have time to admire the the geological curiosities known as the
Fiordland National Park to join our morning beautifully landscaped trees and plants of Moeraki Boulders, huge spherical boulders
cruise on spectacular Milford Sound. By Dunedin Botanical Gardens and the which are scattered along the beach, whilst
choosing to cruise early in the morning, we spectacular views of the Otago Peninsula and others can be seen emerging from the
will experience a quieter environment in Harbour before we reach our hotel, the sandstone cliffs. Each boulder weighs several
which to enjoy all the wonders this beautiful Distinction Dunedin. Breakfast included tonnes and is up to two metres in diameter.
fiord has to offer. See towering cliffs and According to Maori legend, the boulders are
peaks, including the iconic and much Day 21: Dunedin gourds washed ashore from the great
photographed Mitre Peak, rising more than a A day at leisure to spend as we please. voyaging canoe Araiteuru when it was
kilometre straight out of the sea. Waterfalls Perhaps join an Otago Peninsula Wildlife Tour wrecked upon landfall in New Zealand
cascade into the fiord and luxuriant rain - the perfect optional excursion for nature hundreds of years ago. Scientists explain the
forest clings to sheer rock faces. Later we lovers. The tour includes an Otago Harbour boulders as calcite concretions formed about
return to Te Anau where there is time to cruise to Taiaroa Head, home of the world’s 65 million years ago. The soft mudstone
enjoy the delights of this quaint township. only mainland nesting place of the Royal containing the boulders was raised from the
Breakfast included Albatross, and a visit to Penguin Place, a seabed around 15 million years ago and
private conservation reserve for the waves, wind and rain are excavating them
Day 20: Dunedin, 2 nights endangered Yellow Eyed Penguin. one by one. Later in the day we arrive at the
This morning we say goodbye to Fiordland. A Alternatively, you may wish to travel on the Distinction Hotel in Christchurch for our final
morning drive takes us via Mossburn and Taieri Gorge Train as it travels through ten night in New Zealand. Breakfast included
Lumsden to Gore. Fresh, green farm scenery tunnels and over countless bridges and
will accompany us to Balclutha, which has a viaducts, stopping or slowing down at
distinctive arched concrete bridge. Milton is various scenic points along the way for
the last sizeable settlement before we reach photos. Breakfast included
Dunedin. Known as the ‘Edinburgh of the
South’, Dunedin is South Island’s second
largest city and is considered New Zealand’s
architectural heritage capital, with its lovingly
restored Victorian and Edwardian buildings.
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Days 23 to 29: Melbourne - Cairns - Great Barrier Reef
Day 23: Melbourne, 5 nights We recommend Day 28: Cairns, 4 nights
Today we say farewell to our friends in New Great Ocean Road This morning, we make our way to the
Zealand as they depart for home, whilst you Journey along one of the world’s most airport for our flight to Cairns. Upon arrival
will transfer to the airport for your flight to spectacular coastal roads, the internationally we shall transfer to the perfectly located
Melbourne, Australia. On arrival you will be renowned Great Ocean Road. Cairns Hilton, which will be our home for the
met by our local representative and next four nights. Breakfast included
transferred to the four star Stamford Plaza,
situated in the heart of the city. Breakfast Day 29: Great Barrier Reef
and in-flight meals and drinks included Tour Highlight
A holiday to Australia would not be
Day 24: Melbourne, at leisure complete without a visit to the Great Barrier
A day at leisure to explore Melbourne as you Reef. Its vibrantly coloured marine life and
please, or reflect on the memories of your breathtakingly beautiful coral make this
New Zealand adventure. Breakfast included World Heritage site a must see for all visitors.
During our full day Great Barrier Reef
Day 25: Melbourne, at leisure excursion, we board our high-speed
Your new travelling companions in Australia Day 27: Melbourne Freedom Day catamaran and journey out to the Marine
will not arrive into Melbourne until later this Today we can choose to relax or explore as World platform located on the Outer Reef.
evening so today is free for you to explore we please. Our Distant Journeys Tour Snorkel in the sheltered coral lagoon, or if
independently. Breakfast included Manager will be on hand to help with advice you prefer to stay dry, view the reef from the
on things to do, where to eat, make any semi-submersible reef viewer, glass-
Day 26: Melbourne arrangements and book excursions for you to bottomed boat, or the underwater
A leisurely start this morning before our city further explore the area. For example, we observatory. With five hours at the reef there
tour of Melbourne. Sights include Captain have the opportunity to take a trip to Phillip is plenty of time to do it all. For the more
Cook’s Cottage (optional entry at own Island, home to the world’s largest colony of adventurous, there are a number of activities
expense), Victoria Markets, Federation fairy penguins, to view the ‘Penguin Parade’. available at an additional cost, including
Square, the MCG and Rod Laver Arena. We Alternatively, take the Puffing Billy steam scuba diving (no experience necessary),
also head out of the city to see the train through the Blue Dandenong Ranges, joining the marine biologist on a guided
waterside suburbs of St. Kilda and Port explore the city’s most famous sporting snorkel safari, or soaring above the reef on a
Melbourne, returning to our hotel later in the landmarks or tour along one of the world’s spectacular scenic helicopter flight. Breakfast
day. Breakfast included most spectacular coastal drives, the and lunch included
internationally renowned Great Ocean Road.
Breakfast included
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Days 30 to 34: Cairns - Uluru - Alice Springs
Day 30: Cairns Freedom Day Day 31: Cairns Freedom Day Day 33: Alice Springs, 2 nights
Although today has been left free you may Another Freedom Day to enjoy in tropical This morning for those who wish there’s an
wish to take an optional trip to Kuranda. We northern Queensland. Surrounded by opportunity to see the sunrise over Uluru.
ascend to Kuranda by the Skyrail Rainforest rainforest and mountains, Cairns boasts over Seeing Uluru at sunrise, from a different
Cableway, a beautiful experience gliding over 200 walking tracks; there are also numerous position and a different light, offers a totally
the rainforest canopy. ‘The village in the interesting museums and art galleries to new perspective on the ever-changing
rainforest’ Kuranda awaits. explore, as well as the option to take a hot colours and character of the rock. This
It’s a lovely place to while away a few hours air balloon ride over the Atherton Tablelands. afternoon we travel east through amazing
visiting the markets, butterfly sanctuary or If you prefer to venture further afield, a day outback landscapes as we journey along the
the Koala Gardens. Travel back to Cairns trip to the nearby World Heritage listed scenic Lasseter and Stuart Highways and
along one of the most unique rail journeys in Daintree Rainforest, the oldest rainforest in make our way to the outback town of Alice
Australia, the Kuranda Scenic Railway. See the world, is a fascinating experience. The Springs. Our home for the next two nights is
how the track clings to the rockface along a tour gives a wonderful insight into the the four-star DoubleTree by Hilton. Breakfast
narrow coastal strip. During our journey we rainforest’s unique flora and fauna, including a included
encounter no fewer than 40 bridges and 15 walk with an aboriginal guide and a cruise
tunnels as we make our way back to Cairns. spotting saltwater crocodiles. Breakfast Day 34: Alice Springs Freedom Day
Breakfast included included Our day is free to relax or explore the
outback. You may wish to take a trip to the
We recommend Day 32: Uluru, Overnight Western MacDonnell Ranges; an excellent
Kuranda Railway & Skyrail Tour Highlight opportunity to get a real picture of life in the
A journey to Kuranda by the Skyrail Leaving Cairns on an early flight, we head to outback. The full day excursion takes us
Rainforest Cableway, returning on the Uluru, the icon of Australia’s outback, and the through the wondrous and picturesque
Kuranda Scenic Rail journey. world’s largest monolith. Upon arrival, we scenery of Simpson’s Gap and the towering
take a tour of the impressive series of granite walls of Standley Chasm. Breakfast
rounded sandstone domes known as the included
Olgas. Our next stop is Uluru, Uluru is a site
of deep cultural significance to the aboriginal
communities of the Northern Territory. Relax
and enjoy a glass of sparkling wine whilst
witnessing the changing colours as the sun
begins to set. It’s truly a photographer’s
delight. Overnight at the four-star Desert
Gardens Hotel. Breakfast included
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Days 35 to 39: The Ghan - Adelaide - Sydney
Day 35: The Ghan, Overnight Day 36: Adelaide, 2 nights Day 38: Sydney, 3 nights
This morning, we board our coach and enjoy In 25 hours aboard The Ghan we will have This morning we make our way to Adelaide
a sightseeing tour of Alice Springs. Visits covered 1,555 kilometres and passed golden Airport in time for our flight to Sydney.
include the Royal Flying Doctor Service, the wheat fields, vast sheep stations, rugged Sydney is a city that takes full advantage of
School of the Air, and the Old Telegraph mountain ranges, salt lakes and the fierce its natural setting – its sparkling harbour is
Station, now a museum and the site of the Simpson Desert. Following breakfast this host to the world-famous Sydney Harbour
old springs from which Alice gets its name. morning, we arrive into Adelaide. Surrounded Bridge and the spectacular Sydney Opera
by grassy parkland, picturesque hills and the House. Sydney’s suburbs are blessed with
Tour Highlight Mount Lofty Range, Adelaide could scarcely lush native bushland and pristine sandy
It’s time to make our way to Alice Springs Rail present a more captivating aspect. We shall beaches. Add to this the excellent
Terminal ready for our magnificent overland take a sightseeing tour and be introduced to restaurants and cafés, endless shopping
rail journey to Adelaide, on Australia’s Adelaide’s streets, fine Victorian buildings and opportunities and a vibrant culture and it’s
southern coastline. Known for being one of attractive parks and gardens that surround very easy to understand why Sydney is one
the world’s iconic rail journeys, The Ghan was the city. Later, we arrive at the Peppers of the world’s favourite cities. Upon arrival
named after the Afghan cameleers who once Waymouth Hotel for our next two nights. we head to the four-star Mantra 2 Bond
traversed this route. Our twin Breakfast included Street, superbly located in the heart of
accommodation is in Gold Service cabins, Sydney’s main attractions. Breakfast included
featuring air-conditioned, private sleepers, all Day 37: Adelaide Freedom Day
with upper and lower bunk beds, en-suite A Freedom Day to spend as you please. Take Day 39: Sydney
shower, wash basin and toilet. Single a look around Adelaide on foot or perhaps Tour Highlight
travellers will be accommodated in Gold take an optional tour to the famous wine This morning’s sightseeing tour begins with a
Service single cabins, which are configured as growing region of the Barossa Valley. drive through some of Sydney’s most
a lounge chair by day, converting into a bed Alternatively visit Kangaroo Island, situated fashionable inner city suburbs en route to
at night, with shared bathroom facilities at off the Fleurieu Peninsula, which offers a Bondi Beach. Travel by Double Bay and
the end of each carriage. Whilst on board, all unique touring experience combining Rushcutters Bay as we make our way back to
our meals are included, as are a wide friendly, native wildlife with natural, unspoilt the city centre. We journey via Hyde Park
selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic wilderness. Breakfast included and Parliament House to Mrs Macquarie’s
drinks. During lunch, marvel at the Chair in the Royal Botanical Gardens, where
everchanging landscape as we journey south. we stop for the classic photo opportunity of
Later enjoy an off-train experience as The the Opera House and Harbour Bridge. We
Ghan makes a short stop in Manguri. This complete our tour in the best possible way –
evening following dinner, sleep to the enjoying a luncheon cruise around Sydney’s
rhythm of the rails. Breakfast, lunch and beautiful harbour. The views of the Opera
dinner PLUS selected onboard drinks House, the Harbour Bridge and the many
included dream homes nestled along the edge of the
water are truly amazing. The afternoon has
been left free to spend as we please.
Breakfast and lunch included
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Days 40 to 42: Sydney - UK
Day 40: Sydney Freedom Day Day41: Depart Sydney
Today has been left free, but for those that The day is yours until it’s time to depart for
so desire, we shall be taking an optional trip
to the World Heritage listed Blue Mountains.
the airport. Our flights to our chosen UK
airport operate via Dubai or Singapore where Call to book
The Blue Mountains are a perfect example of there will be a change of aircraft. Breakfast,
native Australian bushland, with gum trees, in-flight meals and drinks included
majestic peaks and deep gorges stretching as Our award-winning travel
far as the eye can see. Experience the Day 42: Arrive UK
panoramas from a series of lookouts, This morning we arrive into our chosen
experts are happy to answer
including Echo Point – the prime position to airport; London Heathrow, Manchester, any questions you may
view the Three Sisters rock formation. The Birmingham, Newcastle or Glasgow, bringing have, and to help
excursion also visits Wentworth Falls and the to an end our incredible adventure. In-flight
pretty village of Leura, famous for their meals and drinks included you book your holiday with
annual garden festivals and playing host to Distant Journeys.
many of the region’s local artists. Breakfast
included
Call us on
We recommend
World Heritage Blue Mountains
01695 577 961
Experience the panoramas from a series of Monday - Friday 9.00am - 5.30pm
lookouts, including Echo Point – the prime Saturday 9.00am - 5.00pm
position to view the Three Sisters rock Sunday Open in peak season.
formation. See website for details.
Should you prefer, please feel free to
email us with your enquiry.
Email: enquiries@distantjourneys.co.uk
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