Six Weeks Best of New Zealand, Australia and Fiji Itinerary

Welcome to Auckland, New Zealand’s “City of Sails.” On arrival, enjoy a private transfer to your hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure exploring this vibrant harbour city.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Private airport transfer
• Explore at your leisure
• 1 night in Auckland

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Take in sweeping views from the Sky Tower’s viewing deck, then enjoy a 3-course dinner as the city slowly lights up beneath you in a 360° rotating restaurant experience.
 

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Collect your rental vehicle and travel south to Rotorua, the geothermal heart of New Zealand. Visit Te Puia to see geysers, mud pools, and Māori cultural traditions before enjoying an evening hāngī feast.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Breakfast, traditional hāngi dinner
• Guided geothermal tour
• Māori cultural experience
• 2 nights in Rotorua

Approximate Distance: 230 km | 142 miles  Total Driving Time: 3 hours

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Explore the dramatic Waimangu Volcanic Valley on a guided walk and enjoy a scenic cruise across Lake Rotomahana, surrounded by unique geothermal landscapes.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Guided Waimangu Volcanic Valley tour
• Lake Rotomahana scenic cruise
• Explore at your leisure

Ready to make the journey yours? Enquire online or speak with a Travel Designer to personalise your perfect New Zealand escape.

Journey through the Thermal Explorer Highway, passing Lake Taupō and the volcanic landscapes of Tongariro National Park before arriving in Wellington, where you will return your rental vehicle.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Lake Taupō
• Tongariro National Park 
• Rental vehicle return
• 2 nights in Wellington

Approximate Distance: 455 km | 283 miles  Total Driving Time: 6 hours

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Discover Wellington’s vibrant creative culture, from galleries and street art to live music and theatre. Stroll the scenic waterfront and enjoy the city’s renowned cafés, restaurants, and harbour views at your own pace.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Explore at your leisure

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Discover New Zealand’s rich history at Te Papa or take a ride on the iconic Wellington Cable-Car for stunning city and harbour views.

Today you will fly across the Cook Strait to Blenheim, then drive through Marlborough to the coastal town of Kaikōura, famous for marine life and mountain scenery.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Domestic flight to Blenheim
• Rental vehicle collection
• Explore at your leisure
• 2 nights in Kaikōura

Approximate Distance: 130 kms | 81 miles  Total Driving Time: 1 hour 45 mins 

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Experience Kaikōura’s incredible marine life with a unique whale watching flight, offering views of sperm whales, dolphins, and rugged coastal mountains.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Scenic whale watching flight
• Explore at your leisure

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If you’re a foodie at heart, swap your wildlife experience for a hands-on cooking class and discover traditional Māori ingredients, flavours, and food customs while gaining a deeper appreciation of Māori culture.

Travel down the east coast to Christchurch, the “Garden City,” known for its parks, heritage buildings, and relaxed riverside atmosphere.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Scenic coastal drive
• Explore at your leisure
• 1 night in Christchurch

Approximate Distance: 180 km | 112 miles  Total Driving Time: 2 hours 30 mins

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Journey to Aoraki / Mount Cook National Park, home to New Zealand’s highest peak and a UNESCO World Heritage landscape. This evening, enjoy a stargazing experience under some of the world’s clearest skies.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Church of the Good Shepherd & Lake Tekapo

• Dark Sky Reserve Stargazing Experience

• 2 nights in Mount Cook

Approximate Distance: 330 km | 206 miles  Total Driving Time: 4 hours 30 mins

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Take in spectacular glacier views and breathtaking alpine scenery on a shared cruise through one of New Zealand’s most iconic regions.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Tasman Glacier boat tour

• Glacial lake & iceberg scenery

• Explore at your leisure this evening

Travel south via the Waitaki Valley and Ōamaru before arriving in Dunedin, a historic city rich in Scottish heritage and architecture.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Lake Pukaki views
• Ōamaru stopover
• Moeraki Boulders stopover
• 2 nights in Dunedin

Approximate Distance: 320 km | 199 miles  Total Driving Time: 4 hours

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Discover the wildlife of the Otago Peninsula on a guided cruise, with opportunities to see seals, penguins, and albatross in their natural habitat.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Otago peninsula wildlife cruise
• Explore at your leisure

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Upgrade your experience to include a guided visit to Larnach Castle and a behind-the-scenes tour of a penguin rehabilitation centre, learning how native penguins are cared for and released back into the wild.

Travel to Te Anau, gateway to Fiordland National Park, and take a scenic cruise across the tranquil waters of Lake Te Anau and venture into a spectacular underground world illuminated by glowworms.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Scenic cruise across Lake Te Anau
• Guided Glowworm Cave tour
• 2 nights in Te Anau

Approximate Distance: 290 km | 190 miles  Total Driving Time: 3 hours 30 mins

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Experience the untouched wilderness of Doubtful Sound on a full-day, guided coach, cruise, and nature journey through Fiordland’s dramatic landscapes.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Lunch
• Return coach transfers
• Scenic Doubtful Sound cruise 
• Dolphin, Fur seal and Crested penguin sightings

Included Meals: Lunch

Cruise across Lake Wakatipu aboard the vintage TSS Earnslaw and savour a gourmet barbecue dinner at the picturesque Walter Peak Farm.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Gourmet BBQ dinner

• TSS Earnslaw vintage steamboat cruise 

• Walter Peak farm visit

• 2 nights in Queenstown

Approximate Distance: 175 km | 109 miles  Total Driving Time: 2 hours 15 mins

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Experience Queenstown’s adrenaline and scenery with a half-day jetboat adventure through Mount Aspiring National Park.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Jet boat experience
• Mount Aspiring National Park
• Guided commentary
• UNESCO World Heritage views

Cruise across Lake Wānaka to the predator-free sanctuary of Mou Waho Island. Enjoy a guided bush walk to the island’s summit, where panoramic views and a unique lake-on-an-island await, followed by high tea surrounded by native birdlife.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Scenic Crown Range 
• Lake Wānaka Cruise 
• Mou Waho Island Nature Walk
• Native tree planting & birdlife encounters

• 1 night in Wānaka

Approximate Distance: 70 km | 43 miles  Total Driving Time: 1 hour 15 mins

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Cross the Southern Alps via the Haast Pass into Glacier Country, arriving in Franz Josef village surrounded by rainforest and mountains.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Scenic Haast Pass
• Explore at your leisure
• 2 nights in Franz Josef

Approximate Distance: 285 km | 177 miles  Total Driving Time: 4 hours

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Take to the skies on a spectacular helicopter flight over Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers, featuring a snow landing for unforgettable views and photos. 

Inclusions at a glance:

• Twin Glacier helicopter flight
• Snow landing experience
• Franz Josef Glacier & Fox Glacier

This morning, travel to Greymouth and return your rental vehicle before boarding the TranzAlpine, one of the world’s greatest rail journeys. Pass through spectacular gorges, river valleys, and towering viaducts before arriving in Christchurch.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Rental vehicle return
• TranzAlpine rail journey
• Private transfer upon arrival in Christchurch
• 1 night in Christchurch

Approximate Distance: 175 km | 109 miles  Total Driving Time: 2 hours 30 mins


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Today you will fly to Melbourne, Australia’s cultural capital, known for laneways, coffee culture, and vibrant city life.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Private airport transfers
• International flight to Melbourne
• Explore at your leisure
• 3 nights in Melbourne

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Explore Melbourne’s dizzying array of restaurants & eateries at your own pace — you're in Australia's foodie hotspot!

Inclusions at a glance:

• Explore at your leisure

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Embrace your inner foodie with a food discovery walking tour and sample a variety of delicious meals (subject to dates)

Travel along the iconic Great Ocean Road on a guided shared-tour, exploring historic landmarks, surf beaches, and charming seaside towns before reaching the awe-inspiring Twelve Apostles.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Historic Great Ocean Road Memorial Arch
• Sunset at Twelve Apostles
• Koala spotting
• Chocolate tasting

Today you depart Melbourne and fly to Cairns, the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef and Daintree Rainforest, also known as the world’s oldest tropical rainforest by an impressive 10 million years.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Private airport transfers
• Domestic flight to Cairns
• Explore at your leisure
• 3 nights in Cairns

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Sail to Green Island, within the iconic Great Barrier Reef, for snorkelling, swimming, and marine life encounters in one of the world’s most vibrant ecosystems.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Morning tea, lunch
• Full-day reef cruise
• Guided snorkelling tour
• Green Island & Great Barrier Reef

Explore the ancient Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation on a guided 4WD tour with a river cruise and swimming opportunities.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Morning tea, lunch, ice cream tasting
• Daintree River wildlife cruise and return ferry
• Guided rainforest tour and swim
• Cape Tribulation visit

Today, you will fly to Brisbane, the capital city of Queensland, known for its subtropical climate year-round, rich cultural attractions, world-class arts scene, and vibrant lifestyle.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Private airport transfers
• Domestic flight to Brisbane
• Explore at your leisure
• 3 nights in Brisbane

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Explore Brisbane’s riverside parks, cafés, and cultural precincts at your own pace.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Explore at your leisure

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Not sure where to start? Opt for a hassle-free guided walking tour of Brisbane and discover the city's iconic landmarks, rich history, and diverse culture.

Embark on a guided day tour of Australia Zoo, where you'll discover fascinating facts about Australia's unique wildlife and enjoy an exclusive glimpse inside the Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital, one of the country's busiest wildlife treatment and rehabilitation centers.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Morning or afternoon tea, lunch
• Australia Zoo guided experience
• Sneak peek into Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital 

Arrive in Sydney and settle into your hotel before enjoying the rest of the day at leisure. Take the opportunity to experience the city's unique blend of culture, history, and waterfront charm.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Private airport transfers
• Domestic flight to Sydney
• Explore at your leisure
• 4 nights in Sydney

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Sydney is a vibrant city renowned for its beautiful beaches, iconic landmarks, world-class dining, and stunning natural attractions, offering unforgettable experiences to explore at your own pace year-round.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Explore at your leisure

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Step inside the iconic Sydney Opera House and discover the stories, architecture, and world-class performances that make it one of Australia's most celebrated landmarks.

Venture into the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains on a full-day guided tour to explore hidden lookouts, ancient rainforests, and spectacular valley landscapes away from the crowds.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Lunch
• Blue Mountains guided tour & Three Sisters viewpoints
• Charming mountain village stopover
• Kangaroo and koala encounters

Explore the Hunter Valley, Australia’s oldest wine region, on an award-winning small-group tour featuring at least three boutique wineries, wine and cheese tastings, and scenic vineyard and countryside views.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Lunch
• Guided wine tour
• Tastings at 3 to 4 boutique wineries

Fly to Fiji and transfer to Port Denarau, the vibrant gateway to the sun-drenched islands of Fiji’s Western Division, where turquoise waters, tropical landscapes, and island adventures await.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Private airport transfers
• International flight to Nadi
• Explore at your leisure
• 3 nights in Denarau

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Viti Levu, Fiji’s largest island, offers a mix of culture, adventure, and relaxation. Take your time to discover locally made handicrafts, enjoy water sports and adventurous excursions, or simply relax with island cruises and coastal scenery.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Breakfast
• Explore at your leisure

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Seeking thrills? Soar over waterfalls, rainforest, and streams on seven zip lines through a tropical paradise where nature and adrenaline meet.

Enjoy a day trip to Castaway Island Resort, one of Fiji’s most popular island escapes. Spend the day relaxing on palm-fringed beaches, swimming in crystal-clear waters, snorkelling over coral reefs, or enjoying the resort’s pools and facilities.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Breakfast, lunch
• Castaway Island excursion
• Explore at your leisure

Today, you will be transferred to your flight to Taveuni Island. Nicknamed the ‘Garden Isle’, Taveuni is rich in natural beauty, from rainforest-covered parks to vibrant marine life. 

Inclusions at a glance:

• Breakfast, dinner
• Private airport transfers
• Domestic flight to Taveuni
• 4 nights in Taveuni

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Taveuni offers excellent hiking and walking opportunities, with lush rainforest trails in the Bouma National Heritage Park. Explore the Lavena Coastal Walk, Gaiatree Sanctuary, or kayak along the coast to secluded waterfalls.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Breakfast, lunch, dinner
• Explore at your leisure

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Dive into a 3-day package exploring Fiji’s world-renowned reefs, including Vuna Reef and Rainbow Reef, where vibrant coral formations and abundant marine life create unforgettable underwater experiences.

Set out on a full-day private charter aboard the Taveuni Explorer with experiences ranging from island hopping, waterfall cruises, seasonal whale watching, or overnight dives at Namena Marine Reserve – your perfect excursion awaits!

Inclusions at a glance:

• Breakfast, lunch, dinner
• Bespoke full-day private charter

Spend another relaxing day enjoying Fiji’s natural paradise.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Breakfast, lunch, dinner
• Explore at your leisure

Vinaka Vakalevu! Transfer to Nadi International Airport for your onward journey, taking with you unforgettable memories of New Zealand’s dramatic landscapes, Australia’s unique nature and wildlife encounters, and Fiji’s tropical islands and warm hospitality.

Inclusions at a glance:

• Breakfast
• Private airport transfer

Inspired by what you’ve seen? Let’s create a multi-country journey that’s uniquely yours.

Speak with a Travel Designer to start planning your personalised escape.