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Very Best of New Zealand
& Wonders of Australia
48 days from £9,295 per person
Combine these two itineraries to make the ultimate New Zealand is like no other place on earth – packed full of amazing
and diverse landscapes. New Zealand’s North Island is dominated by
holiday to Australasia. You will start your adventure by ancient volcanoes, stunning coastal scenery and pristine beaches.
joining our Very Best of New Zealand tour, before South Island possesses high mountain peaks, deep fiords, lush
flying to Australia and joining our Wonders of rainforests and magnificent glaciers.
Australia tour. 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
Australia, including four nights in tropical Cairns, the ideal base to visit
the Great Barrier Reef and an overnight journey on-board ‘the
legendary Ghan’
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Your holiday includes
Your holiday includes
• 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),
Christchurch, Dunedin, Queenstown, Wellington, Rotorua,
Auckland, Melbourne, Alice Springs, Adelaide and Sydney
• Overnight cruise on Milford Sound
• Maori concert
4 Cairns • Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
3 Bay of Islands
• ‘Hole in the Rock’ cruise in the Bay of Islands
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
1 Napier
Adelaide 2 3 Sydney On the ground
Nelson
Melbourne 3
4 2 2 Wellington • Services of an experienced Coach Captain in New Zealand and
Mornington Peninsula Tour Manager in Australia
Franz Josef
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• All overseas transfers
2 Christchurch • Modern, air-conditioned coaches throughout
Milford Sound 1 3 Queenstown
100% confidence
2 Dunedin
• Your holiday is covered by our Price Promise*
• 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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Days 1 to 7: UK - Singapore - Christchurch - Dunedin
Day 1: Depart UK This morning, enjoy a tour of this wonderful ‘Cardboard Cathedral’. From here we take a
Depart from the UK airport most convenient city. Included is a stop at Merlion Park with visit to the Botanic Gardens. Founded in 1863
for you with Qantas/Emirates. Choose from impressive views of Marina Bay. See the with the planting of an English oak tree, the
London Heathrow, Manchester, Birmingham, historic Civic District, Thian Hock Keng Christchurch Botanic Gardens contain an
Newcastle or Glasgow. No matter which Temple and the fabulous orchid gardens set impressive array of flora and fauna. Our
airport you choose, there will be no within Singapore’s botanical gardens. Return afternoon is at leisure to continue exploring
additional cost. In-flight meals and drinks to the hotel where the rest of our day is free this delightful city. Breakfast included
included to spend as we please. Breakfast included
Day 7: Dunedin, 2 nights
Day 2: Singapore, 2 nights Day 4: Depart Singapore This morning following breakfast we begin
Flights from London Heathrow may travel A day at leisure in Singapore until it’s time to our journey south towards Dunedin. We stop
direct to Singapore. All UK regional flights will leave for our evening flight to Auckland. at Hampden Beach to witness the geological
travel via Dubai. Arrive into the wonderful Perhaps explore the impressive Gardens by curiosities known as the Moeraki Boulders,
city of Singapore and transfer to the four star the Bay or enjoy high tea at Raffles. huge spherical boulders which are scattered
Copthorne Kings Hotel, situated in an Breakfast, in-flight meals and drinks included along the beach, whilst others can be seen
enviable position close to the banks of the emerging from the sandstone cliffs. Each
Singapore River. In-flight meals and drinks Day 5: Christchurch, 2 nights boulder weighs several tonnes and is up to
included We change aircraft in Australia. On arrival two metres in diameter. According to Maori
into Christchurch we meet our local Coach legend, the boulders are gourds washed
Captain, who will be our driver and guide ashore from the great voyaging canoe
Alternative stopovers: during our time in New Zealand. Transfer to Araiteuru when it was wrecked upon landfall
Dubai or Bangkok the centrally located Distinction Hotel in New Zealand hundreds of years ago.
We have based days 2-4 of this itinerary Christchurch, where we spend our first two Scientists explain the boulders as calcite
on a stopover in Singapore. Should you nights in New Zealand. In-flight meals and concretions formed about 65 million years
prefer, you may choose to stop in drinks included ago. The soft mudstone containing the
Bangkok or Dubai for the same price. boulders was raised from the seabed around
Your stopover includes transfers, Day 6: Christchurch 15 million years ago and waves, wind and rain
accommodation, daily breakfast and a Considered the most English of New are excavating them one by one. Known as
city sightseeing tour. Flight timings will Zealand’s cities, today in the aftermath of the the ‘Edinburgh of the South’, Dunedin is
vary. Please speak with one of our 2011 earthquake, Christchurch is in the midst South Island’s second largest city and is
personal travel experts for more detail of an epic rebuild that has completely considered New Zealand’s architectural
reconstructed the city centre. This morning heritage capital, with its lovingly restored
we take a tour to see what this exciting Victorian and Edwardian buildings. Our next
Day 3: Singapore developing city has to offer. We start our day two nights are spent at the Distinction Hotel
Known as ‘the crossroads of Asia’, Singapore with a visit to the Sign of the Takahe, an Dunedin, conveniently located close to the
is a city where east meets west; a historical building on the edge of the city Octagon. Breakfast included
cosmopolitan melting pot with an before continuing to view the key landmarks
inspirational identity. of the city centre, including the transitional
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Days 8 to 11: Dunedin - Milford Sound - Queenstown
Day 8: Dunedin On board the wonderful Milford Mariner we Day 11: Queenstown Freedom Day
Enjoy a city sightseeing tour this morning cruise the full length of New Zealand’s most Queenstown smiles south across Lake
travelling past Otago University, New spectacular fiord to the Tasman Sea, and Wakatipu into an incomparable alpine scene.
Zealand’s first. Our sightseeing also takes in anchor for the night in a sheltered cove. Our Poplars and willows surround the lakefront
the city’s neo-Gothic churches, town hall, night aboard Milford Mariner will be a truly and the lake seems to glisten every shade of
opulent theatres, and other 19th century memorable experience, with nature guides blue. Today has been left free to take
buildings. We have time to admire the on hand to assist, and the option to explore advantage of the incredible variety of
beautifully landscaped trees and plants of in the tender craft or kayaks, or simply relax activities available in and around New
Dunedin Botanical Gardens and the on deck. After the day’s activities, enjoy a Zealand’s most glamorous alpine resort. For a
spectacular views of the Otago Peninsula and sumptuous evening buffet in the spacious fabulous view across the lake to the
Harbour before we return to our hotel. Our dining saloon before retiring to your private Remarkables, why not take a gondola ride to
afternoon is at leisure to spend as we please. cabin with en-suite facilities. Breakfast and the top of Bob’s Peak? There is also an
Breakfast included dinner included opportunity to take an optional leisurely
cruise across Lake Wakatipu aboard the
Day 9: Milford Sound, Overnight Day 10: Queenstown, 3 nights vintage steamboat TSS Earnslaw. The cruise
Tour Highlight After a truly wonderful experience as well as includes a visit to Walter Peak Homestead
Today we visit the magnificence of Fiordland a hot breakfast, it’s time to make our way and a sheep shearing show, before returning
National Park and Milford Sound. We say back to the jetty ready for the next part of to Queenstown aboard Earnslaw. Breakfast
goodbye to Dunedin passing through our journey. We re-trace our tracks to Te included
Balclutha, which has a distinctive arched Anau and continue through high country
concrete bridge and pass through fresh, landscapes as we travel to the historic mining We recommend
green farm scenery as we continue to town of Arrowtown. The heart of its history Queenstown TSS Earnslaw
Lumsden and Mossman and the scenic is Buckingham Street, a procession of small- Enjoy a cruise across Lake Wakatipu aboard
lakeside shores of Te Anau. From here our town heritage buildings that stretch into a the vintage steamship TSS Earnslaw, including
scenic drive takes us through a variety of tree-lined avenue of tiny miners’ cottages. Be a sheep shearing show at Walter Peak
landscapes – farmland, native tussock sure to try a cream tea in one of the quaint homestead.
grasslands, lush beech forests and impressive tea rooms. We journey on to nearby
glacial valleys – before arriving at Milford Queenstown, and our home for the next
Sound. In the height of summer Milford three nights, the four-star Millennium Hotel,
Sound attracts thousands of tourists each situated only a short walk from the centre of
day; but when the day ends, visitors depart town. Breakfast included
and a silence descends. Distant Journeys have
included an overnight cruise along Milford
Sound, undoubtedly a once in a lifetime
experience.
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Days 12 to 17: Queenstown - Franz Josef - Nelson - Wellington
Day 12: Queenstown Freedom Day We recommend Day 16: Nelson Freedom Day
A further Freedom Day to enjoy in this Scenic flight over Franz Josef Glacier Nelson is a delight for explorers on foot.
wonderful alpine setting. The thrill seekers Enjoy an optional helicopter flight over Scattered throughout the city are art
amongst us may wish to try the Shotover Jet awe-inspiring Franz Josef Glacier. galleries and workshops, historic buildings
– an exhilarating boat ride amongst the crags and street-side cafés. Today has been left as
and boulders of the Shotover River canyon. a Freedom Day so you can spend it any way
For a more serene experience maybe stroll by you choose. Perhaps consider a trip to Abel
the lakeside or take a gondola ride to the top Tasman National Park, New Zealand’s smallest
of Bob’s Peak for a magnificent panoramic national park, blessed with golden beaches,
view of Queenstown. Breakfast included sculptured granite cliffs, and its world-
famous coast track. A cruise along the coast
Day 13: Franz Josef, 2 nights will take you to the very best scenery this
Incredible scenery today as we travel via Lake region has to offer. Alternatively, you may
Dunstan, created by the mighty Clyde hydro wish to take a tour of some of the region’s
dam in 1994. We make our way through New wonderful wineries. Breakfast included
Zealand’s Central Otago region, along the Day 15: Nelson, 2 nights
shores of Lakes Wanaka and Hawea. We will Journey north this morning along the Day 17: Wellington, 2 nights
also travel along one of the most exciting Heritage Highway, passing Lakes Lanthe and This morning we leave South Island in our
scenic roads ever built – crossing the Haast Mapourika as we leave Westland National wake as we board the ferry for our
River Bridge and via Clark Bluff. Later in the Park. Our travels continue northbound taking interisland cruise to New Zealand’s North
afternoon we reach Franz Josef in the us via Hokitika and Hari Hari travelling Island. During the cruise, enjoy spectacular
Westland National Park. Our next two nights alongside striking wild scree-scarred terrain views as we depart Queen Charlotte Sound.
are at the Franz Josef Glacier Hotel. Breakfast with forests of Crimson Rata and Kahikatea. With the possibility of birds and dolphins
included We also visit Punakaki (Pancake Rocks), an following, we make our way across the Cook
incredible maze of limestone rocks with Straight to Wellington. Upon arrival we re-
Day 14: Franz Josef Freedom Day booming blowholes stacked high above the join our coach and make our way to
Today is left completely free to absorb the sea; before arriving in Nelson where our next Wellington, where the remainder of our day
beauty of Franz Josef. For those that so wish, two nights are at the Nelson Rutherford is at leisure. Our next two nights are spent at
we shall drive to the Franz Josef Glacier Hotel. Breakfast included the Copthorne Hotel Oriental Bay. Breakfast
terminal where we will have the opportunity included
to walk to view the glacier. Weather
permitting, we may also take an optional
scenic flight, which is at an additional cost,
over the glacier and the awe-inspiring Alpine
region. Breakfast included
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Days 18 to 24: Wellington - Napier - Rotorua - Bay of Islands
Day 18: Wellington narrows to a chasm less than 15 metres across You’ll cruise via Red Head Passage to Cape
Wellington is compact, cultured and full of and heaves its vast bulk over an 11-metre Brett and Piercy Island and on to the famous
character. Its interesting and varied ledge to boil furiously in a deep semi-circular ‘Hole in the Rock’. In these world-famous
architecture provides the ideal starting point basin below. We continue to Rotorua, the deep-fishing spots it’s not uncommon to see
for our orientation tour this morning. We heart of New Zealand’s rich Maori culture, schools of fish and dolphins. The return trip
visit Wellington’s administrative area, taking in and enjoy lunch inspired by traditional Maori includes a visit to historic Russell. It’s hard to
Parliament House, ‘the Beehive’ – you’ll cooking. This afternoon, we explore, believe that this quaint township was once
understand the name when you see it – and Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve, with its known as the ‘Hell Hole of the Pacific’. As the
the government buildings. We then continue spurting geysers and boiling mud pools, and afternoon has been left free, you have an
to the top of Mount Victoria for the finest attend a concert featuring traditional song excellent opportunity to take an optional
view of the city and its picturesque harbour. and dance, including the world famous war visit to the grounds of the Waitangi National
Your afternoon is at leisure – a visit to Te dance – The Haka. After a wonderful day, we Reserve. It was here in 1840 that the British
Papa museum is highly recommended, as it head to the Millennium Hotel for two nights. and Maori chiefs signed the Waitangi Treaty.
offers a fascinating insight into New Zealand’s Breakfast and lunch included Breakfast included
rich history and cultural heritage.
Alternatively, ride a cable car to Wellington’s Day 21: Rotorua Freedom Day Day 24: Bay of Islands Freedom Day
beautiful botanical gardens. Breakfast included A day at leisure in Rotorua. For those that so Today you’ll have a full day at leisure,
wish, optional activities include a float plane allowing you to do the things that really
Day 19: Napier, Overnight flight over Mount Tarawera, or perhaps a visit interest you. For example, there is the
This morning our journey continues north via to the Hobbiton Movie Set from The Lord of opportunity to join a fantastic optional trip
Hastings and the Kapiti coast as we make our the Rings may be more appealing? Breakfast to Cape Reinga. It’s a full-day excursion which
way to our final destination, the Art Deco included visits the northern tip of New Zealand. Not
city of Napier, located in an area dominated only is this area the place where the Tasman
by orchards and vineyards. Napier’s city Day 22: Bay of Islands, 3 nights Sea meets the Pacific Ocean, but it holds a
centre has the feeling of a time capsule - the We travel north this morning via Auckland as special significance in Maori tradition as the
seamless line of 1930s architecture is quite we make our way to the pale sands and place where Maori spirits return to their
extraordinary. One of the ways to enjoy the turquoise waters of the Bay of Islands, and traditional homeland, Hawaiiki-A-Nui, via the
streetscape is on a self-guided tour. Our the pretty seaside town of Paihia where the roots of a lone – and still standing – 800 year
evening is spent at the delightful Scenic Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands will be our home old pohutukawa tree. Other standout
Hotel Te Pania, superbly situated on Napier’s for the next three nights. Breakfast included locations during the tour include the Te Paki
sea front. Breakfast included sand dunes and a drive along Ninety Mile
Day 23: Bay of Islands cruise Beach, passing some magnificent scenery
Day 20: Rotorua, 2 nights Tour Highlight along the coast. Breakfast included
Today we make our way along the Thermal Undoubtedly one of the highlights of this
Explorer Highway to Lake Taupo, New tour is a cruise around the Bay of Islands, as
Zealand’s largest lake. Visit the impressive in our opinion, there’s no better way to see
Huka Falls where the Waikato River suddenly this picturesque part of New Zealand.
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Days 25 to 33: Auckland - Mornington Peninsula - Melbourne
Day 25: Auckland, 2 nights Day 27: Mornington Peninsula, 4 nights We recommend
After breakfast this morning, we leave The Today we say farewell to our friends in New Great Ocean Road
Bay of Islands. On the drive to the Waipoua Zealand as they depart for home, whilst you Journey along one of the world’s most
Kauri Forest Reserve, we pass rolling hills will transfer to the airport for your flight to spectacular coastal roads, the internationally
dotted with dairy farms which give way to Melbourne, Australia. On arrival you will be renowned Great Ocean Road.
lush forest the closer we get to the reserve. met by our local representative and
There’s chance to marvel at the gigantic kauri transferred to the picturesque Mornington
tree Tane Mahuta, or ‘Lord of the Forest.’ Peninsula, staying at the Portsea Village
From here, we cross the impressive Resort. Breakfast and in-flight meals and
Waitemata Harbour Bridge and head in to drinks included
Auckland, and the Grand Millennium Hotel,
where our last two nights of this guided tour Day 28-30: Mornington Peninsula, at leisure
of New Zealand will be spent. Breakfast Three days at leisure to explore this beautiful
included region as you please, or relax and reflect on
the memories of your time in New Zealand.
Day 26: Auckland Breakfast included
Start the morning with an orientation tour of Day 33: Melbourne Freedom Day
the city. Auckland has a beautiful waterside Day 31: Melbourne, 3 nights Today we can choose to relax or explore as
setting, with a modern skyline standing out Today you will be transferred to Melbourne we please. Our Distant Journeys Tour
against a backdrop of volcanic hills. As part ready for the start of your Australian Manager will be on hand to help with advice
of the tour, we’ll drive along the famous adventure, where you will stay at the four- on things to do, where to eat, make any
Waitemata Harbour. You’ll be able to see star Stamford Plaza in the heart of the city. arrangements and book excursions for you to
Rangitoto Island, an extinct volcano, which Your new travelling companions in Australia further explore the area. For example, we
although it’s in the distance, dominates the will not arrive into Melbourne until later this have the opportunity to take a trip to Phillip
horizon. The stylish Viaduct Harbour is evening so today is free for you to explore Island, home to the world’s largest colony of
another stop on the tour, which has played independently. Breakfast included fairy penguins, to view the ‘Penguin Parade’.
host to many America’s Cup celebrations. As Alternatively, take the Puffing Billy steam
the afternoon has been left free for you to Day 32: Melbourne train through the Blue Dandenong Ranges,
enjoy however you’d like, why not take in the A leisurely start this morning before our city explore the city’s most famous sporting
panoramic views from the top of the Sky tour of Melbourne. Sights include Captain landmarks or tour along one of the world’s
Tower? As you’d expect from the tallest Cook’s Cottage (optional entry at own most spectacular coastal drives, the
building in the southern hemisphere, the expense), Victoria Markets, Federation internationally renowned Great Ocean Road.
views truly are breathtaking. Breakfast Square, the MCG and Rod Laver Arena. We Breakfast included
included also head out of the city to see the
waterside suburbs of St. Kilda and Port
Melbourne, returning to our hotel later in the
day. Breakfast included
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Days 34 to 39: Adelaide - The Ghan - Alice Springs - Uluru
Day 34: Adelaide, 2 nights Our twin accommodation is in Gold Service, Day 38: Alice Springs Freedom Day
Following breakfast this morning, we board airconditioned, private sleepers, all with Our day is free to relax or explore the
our flight to Adelaide. Surrounded by grassy upper and lower bunk beds, en-suite shower, outback. You may wish to take a trip to the
parkland, picturesque hills and the Mount wash basin and toilet. Single travellers will Western MacDonnell Ranges; an excellent
Lofty Range, Adelaide could scarcely present stay in single cabins, which are configured as opportunity to get a real picture of life in the
a more captivating aspect. We shall take a a lounge chair, converting into a bed at night, outback. The full day excursion takes us
sightseeing tour and be introduced to with shared bathroom facilities at the end of through the wondrous and picturesque
Adelaide’s streets, fine Victorian buildings and each carriage. Whilst on board, all meals are scenery of Simpson’s Gap and the towering
attractive parks and gardens that surround included as are a wide selection of alcoholic granite walls of Standley Chasm. Breakfast
the city. Later, we arrive at the excellent and non-alcoholic drinks. During lunch, included
Peppers Waymouth for our next two nights. marvel at the ever-changing landscape as we
Breakfast included journey north. This evening, following dinner, Day 39: Uluru, Overnight
sleep to the rhythm of the rails. Breakfast, Tour Highlight
Day 35: Adelaide Freedom Day lunch and dinner PLUS selected onboard Leaving Alice Springs, we head west through
A Freedom Day to spend as you please. Take drinks included amazing outback landscapes as we travel
a look around Adelaide on foot or perhaps along the scenic Stuart and Lasseter
take an optional tour to the famous wine Day 37: Alice Springs, 2 nights Highways and make our way to Uluru, the
growing region of the Barossa Valley. Awake this morning to notice the contrast icon of Australia’s outback, and the world’s
Alternatively visit Kangaroo Island, situated between the fiery red earth and the cobalt largest monolith. Rising from the flat
off the Fleurieu Peninsula, which offers a blue skies. Enjoy an off-train experience as surrounding scrubland, Uluru is a site of deep
unique touring experience combining The Ghan makes a short stop in Marla – in cultural significance to the Aboriginal
friendly, native wildlife with natural, unspoilt the middle of the Australian outback. In just communities of the Northern Territory. Relax
wilderness. Breakfast included 25 hours aboard The Ghan we will have and enjoy a glass of sparkling wine whilst
covered 1,555 kilometres and passed golden witnessing the changing colours as the sun
Day 36: The Ghan, Overnight wheatfields, vast sheep stations, rugged begins to set. It’s truly a photographer’s
Tour Highlight mountain ranges, salt lakes and the fierce delight. Overnight at the four-star Desert
A morning at leisure until it’s time to make Simpson Desert. Upon arrival into Alice Gardens Hotel. Breakfast included
our way to Adelaide Parklands Rail Terminal in Springs, we will board our coach and enjoy a
time for a magnificent overland journey to sightseeing tour of the outback’s largest
Alice Springs, in the heart of Australia’s town. Visits include the Royal Flying Doctor
outback. Renowned as one of the world’s Service, the School of the Air, and the Old
most iconic train journeys, The Ghan was Telegraph Station, now a museum and the
named after the Afghan cameleers who once site of the old springs from which Alice gets
traversed this route. its name. Later in the afternoon we arrive at
the four-star DoubleTree by Hilton. Breakfast
included
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Days 40 to 44: Cairns - Great Barrier Reef - Cairns - Sydney
Day 40: Cairns, 4 nights marine biologist on a guided snorkel safari, or Day 43: Cairns Freedom Day
For early risers, a dawn visit to the rock has soaring above the reef on a spectacular scenic Another Freedom Day to enjoy in tropical
been arranged. Seeing Uluru at sunrise, from helicopter flight. Breakfast and lunch included northern Queensland. Surrounded by
a different position and a different light, rainforest and mountains, Cairns boasts over
offers a totally new perspective on the Day 42: Cairns Freedom Day 200 walking tracks; there are also numerous
changing colours and character of the rock. Although today has been left free you may interesting museums and art galleries to
We return to the hotel for breakfast, prior to wish to take an optional trip to Kuranda. We explore, as well as the option to take a hot
a gentle stroll around significant areas of the ascend to Kuranda by the Skyrail Rainforest air balloon ride over the Atherton Tablelands.
rock to learn more about its historical and Cableway, a beautiful experience gliding over If you prefer to venture further afield, a day
cultural importance. Later, we visit the the rainforest canopy. ‘The village in the trip to the nearby World Heritage listed
impressive series of rounded sandstone rainforest’ Kuranda awaits. It’s a lovely place to Daintree Rainforest, the oldest rainforest in
domes known as the Olgas. Afterwards we while away a few hours visiting the markets, the world, is a fascinating experience. The
leave for the airport in time for our flight to butterfly sanctuary or the Koala Gardens. tour gives a wonderful insight into the
Cairns. Upon arrival we shall transfer to the Travel back to Cairns along one of the most rainforest’s unique flora and fauna, including a
centrally located four-star Cairns Hilton, unique rail journeys in Australia, the Kuranda walk with an aboriginal guide and a cruise
which will be our home for the next four Scenic Railway. See how the track clings to the spotting saltwater crocodiles. Breakfast
nights. Breakfast and in-flight drinks included rockface along a narrow coastal strip. During included
our journey we encounter no fewer than 40
Day 41: Great Barrier Reef bridges and 15 tunnels as we make our way Day 44: Sydney, 3 nights
Tour Highlight back to Cairns. Breakfast included This morning we make our way to Cairns
A holiday to Australia would not be complete Airport in time for our flight to Sydney.
without a visit to the Great Barrier Reef. Its We recommend Sydney is a city that takes full advantage of
vibrantly coloured marine life and Kuranda Railway & Skyrail its natural setting – its sparkling harbour is
breathtakingly beautiful coral make this World A journey to Kuranda by the Skyrail host to the world-famous Sydney Harbour
Heritage site a must see for all visitors. During Rainforest Cableway, returning on the Bridge and the spectacular Sydney Opera
our full day Great Barrier Reef excursion, we Kuranda Scenic Rail journey. House. Sydney’s suburbs are blessed with
board our high-speed catamaran and journey lush native bushland and pristine sandy
out to the Marine World platform located on beaches. Add to this the excellent dining
the Outer Reef. Snorkel in the sheltered coral venues, endless shopping opportunities and a
lagoon, or if you prefer to stay dry, view the vibrant culture and it’s very easy to
reef from the semi-submersible reef viewer, understand why Sydney is one of the world’s
glass-bottomed boat, or the underwater favourite cities. Upon arrival we head to the
observatory. With five hours at the reef there four-star Mantra 2 Bond Street, superbly
is plenty of time to do it all. For the more located in the heart of Sydney’s main
adventurous, there are a number of activities attractions. Breakfast included
available at an additional cost, including scuba
diving (no experience necessary), joining the
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Days 45 to 48: Sydney - UK
Day 45: Sydney We recommend
Tour Highlight World Heritage Blue Mountains
This morning’s sightseeing tour begins with a
drive through some of Sydney’s most
Experience the panoramas from a series of
lookouts, including Echo Point – the prime
Call to book
fashionable inner city suburbs en route to position to view the Three Sisters rock
Bondi Beach. Travel by Double Bay and formation.
Rushcutters Bay as we make our way back to Our award-winning travel
the city centre. We journey via Hyde Park experts are happy to answer
and Parliament House to Mrs Macquarie’s
Chair in the Royal Botanical Gardens, where
any questions you may
we stop for the classic photo opportunity of have, and to help
the Opera House and Harbour Bridge. We
complete our tour in the best possible way –
you book your holiday with
enjoying a luncheon cruise around Sydney’s Distant Journeys.
beautiful harbour. The views of the Opera
House, the Harbour Bridge and the many
dream homes nestled along the edge of the
Call us on
water are truly amazing. The afternoon has
been left free to spend as we please.
Day 47: Depart Sydney
The day is yours until it’s time to depart for
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Breakfast and lunch included the airport. Our flights to our chosen UK Monday - Friday 9.00am - 5.30pm
airport operate via Dubai or Singapore where Saturday 9.00am - 5.00pm
Day 46: Sydney Freedom Day there will be a change of aircraft. Breakfast, Sunday Open in peak season.
Today has been left free, but for those that in-flight meals and drinks included See website for details.
so desire, we shall be taking an optional trip
to the World Heritage listed Blue Mountains. Day 48: Arrive UK Should you prefer, please feel free to
The Blue Mountains are a perfect example of This morning we arrive into our chosen email us with your enquiry.
native Australian bushland, with gum trees, airport; London Heathrow, Manchester,
Email: enquiries@distantjourneys.co.uk
majestic peaks and deep gorges stretching as Birmingham, Newcastle or Glasgow, bringing
far as the eye can see. Experience the to an end our incredible adventure. In-flight
panoramas from a series of lookouts, meals and drinks included
including Echo Point – the prime position to
view the Three Sisters rock formation. The
excursion also visits Wentworth Falls and the
pretty village of Leura, famous for their
annual garden festivals and playing host to
many of the region’s local artists. Breakfast
included
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