 DAY
01: Welcome aboard!
Today enter the world of Vacations Exotica as you begin your
memorable journey the Land down under - Australia.
Today, you are off on your exciting tour to Australia. Get set
as you board your overnight flight to the most spectacular part
of the world.
DAY
02:
Arrive Brisbaneand proceed to Australia's surfers' paradise -
Gold Coast. the 'Fun Capital of Australia'.
On arrival at the Brisbane airport you will be met by our professional
and experienced tour manager in the arrival area outside the
customs hall. Drive to Gold Coast. Later enjoy a sumptuous Indian
dinner at a local Indian restaurant and then check-in to the
hotel.
Overnight at Watermark Hotel or similar in Gold Coast.
DAY
03: Onto Sea World -
Gold Coast's best Marine Theme park. Enjoy a helicopter
ride. Tonight visit Gold Coast's most famous glamour and
entertainment theatre at Conrad Jupiters.
After an American breakfast at the hotel this morning, we proceed
to spend the day at Gold Coast's most spectacular marine
theme park - Sea World. You shall also experience one
of the most memorable highlight of your tour - a scenic
helicopter ride as you fly over stunning Gold Coast beaches
- a truly once-in-a-lifetime experience. Enjoy a hot Indian
lunch. Later, after an early delicious dinner at a local Indian
restaurant, we take you to experience Gold Coast's most
famous glamour and entertainment theatre at Conrad Jupiters
which features special effects, laser displays and state of-
the-art surround sound to dazzle audiences into a world of fantasy.Overnight
at Watermark Hotel or similar in Gold Coast.
DAY
04: Visit Movie World -
the only Australian Movie related theme park where you will
experience the glitz and glamour of Hollywood. Meet your favourite
stars, and enjoy all the behind - the - scenes action,
comedy stunts, exhiliarating rides and stunts, shows and attractions!
Enjoy an American breakfast at the hotel, after which we proceed
to Warner Brothers 'Movie World' - a fun place for
all ages and is guaranteed to delight kids of all ages, and
adults too. Have the time of your life on the suspended roller
coaster 'Lethal Weapon', enjoy thrilling stunts
at the Police Academy stunt show and meet your favourite 'Looney
Toons' characters. Enjoy a hot Indian lunch. Later, get
ready for some more fun and excitement as we take you on a great
land and water adventure with the Gold Coasts' Adventure
Duck ride. Travel along Gold Coasts' roads, Surfers Paradise
beachfront and the magnificent Gold Coast Waterways on the original
amphibious Adventure Duck.
Enjoy a delicious dinner at a local Indian restaurant. Overnight
at Watermark Hotel or similar in Gold Coast.
DAY
05: Breakfast with the birds at the Currumbin bird sanctuary.
Onto 'Dream World' - home to Tiger Island, Nick
Central, The Australian Wildlife Experience, Wiggles World,
Big Brother, FlowRider and some of the tallest, fastest
thrill rides in the world, Dreamworld is the ultimate place
for family fun.
This morning visit the Currumbin bird Sanctuary, home to more
than 1400 animals and birds. Enjoy your breakfast with colourful
birds. Next, proceed to Dream World. Here, you can experience
the most thrilling rides and also visit the White Tiger Island
- home of the white Bengal Tiger. Today after delicious
Indian lunch you have a chance to cuddle a koala and see kangaroos.
After a fun-filled day, return to the comforts of your hotel.
This evening, enjoy a delicious Indian dinner at a local Indian
restaurant.Overnight at Watermark Hotel or similar in Gold Coast.
DAY
06: Fly to Cairns -
one of the best tropical cities in the world. Get set for a
day of fun and excitement as you visit Kuranda - a village
in the rainforest.
After an American breakfast at the hotel, we transfer you to
the airport for your flight to Cairns. Enjoy lunch and then
proceed to Kuranda - a village in the rainforest. Here
we experience the Skyrail - a unique rainforest experience taking
you on an unforgettable journey through Australia's world
heritage listed Tropical Rainforest. Enjoy a delicious Indian
dinner at a local Indian restaurant.Overnight at Rydges Plaza
hotel or similar in Cairns.
DAY
07: Join us on an unforgettable experience to the outer Great Barrier Reef -
The largest coral reef in the world and a natural wonder.
After an early American breakfast at your hotel, we proceed
to board the cruise liner to the Great Barrier Reef -
an experience of a lifetime. The Great Adventure cruise will
take you to a reef at the very edge of Australia's Continental
shelf, to an underwater world that is a dazzling kaleidoscope
of colors. The reef is made up of countless varieties of coral
in the clear blue waters. You have the choice of enjoying a
wide array of activities like snorkeling, swimming, chance to
view the corals from a glass-bottom boat or you can stay dry
and explore the stunning reef from the comfort of an air-conditioned
semi-submersible. Enjoy a delicious continental lunch on board
the cruise liner.
After spending the entire day at the reef, you return home with
a lifetime of memories from this living natural wonder.
Tonight, a delicious Indian dinner awaits you at a local Indian
restaurant. Overnight at Rydges Plaza hotel or similar in Cairns.
DAY
08: Fly to Melbourne - Australia's sporting and cultural capital
After an American breakfast at the hotel, check out and proceed
to the airport where to board your flight to Melbourne. On arrival,
we proceed on an exciting city tour, which includes a visit
to the famous and beautiful Royal Botanical Gardens, Town Hall,
St. Patrick's Cathedral, National Tennis center, the 1956
Olympic venue, the Shrine of Remembrance, Bourke Street Mall
and some beautifully-restored Victorian houses.
Later tonight, proceed for a sumptuous dinner at a local Indian
restaurant. Overnight at Citigate Hotel or similar in Melbourne.
DAY
09: Join us on an unforgettable excursion to the Great Ocean Road - Australia's most spectacular coastal drive.
After an early American breakfast at the hotel, get ready to
spend the entire day at the Great Ocean Road. Enjoy the spectacular
views over golden surf beaches, sheer cliff faces and magnificent
stands of Eucalyptus. The Great Ocean Road hugs the coastline
along the entire length of Port Campbell National Park. Today,
enjoy delicious Continental lunch. The coastline with it's
twisted shapes of amazing rock formation, the famous 'Twelve
Apostles' - huge stone pillars rising from the surf,
remnants of the London Bridge, a rocky promontory arch carved
out by the continual force of the sea, the Loch Ard Gorge (site
of the dramatic shipwreck of the 'Loch Ard'-
over 100 years ago), will give a photographer some spectacular
pictures this evening, tonight enjoy a delicious Indian dinner.
Overnight at Citigate Hotel or similar in Melbourne.
DAY
10:
Visit the famous Melbourne Cricket Ground. Then fly to Sydney -
the most famous of all cities on the banks of the Darling river.
Enjoy a spectacular dinner cruise along the famous Sydney harbour
After an American breakfast at the hotel, we check out and proceed
to enjoy a guided tour of the Melbourne Cricket Ground. Later,
proceed to the airport to board your flight to Sydney. On arrival
enjoy Indian lunch and proceed to the hotel. Tonight,
get set for the time of your life on board the Showboat dinner
cruise. Enjoy a three - course Indian dinner, followed
by a spectacular cabaret show, with a cavalcade of glamorous
Australian and International artistes to entertain you. Overnight
at Holiday Inn Darling Harbour or similar in Sydney
DAY
11: City tour of Sydney -
Visit the Sydney aquarium and also enjoy a tour of the world
famous Sydney Opera House.
After an American breakfast at the hotel, we proceed on an exciting
city tour of Sydney. Today enjoy an Indian lunch at an Indian
restaurant. Later, we take you to the Sydney Aquarium. Also
included is a a guided tour of one the worlds' most spectacular
landmark - the Sydney Opera House. Next, visit the famous
Sydney Tower, the tallest tower in the southern hemisphere.
Here you enjoy a visit to the observatory deck for the most
spectacular 360° aerial view of Sydney. Also experience
the largest stimulated ride in the southern hemisphere and the
only one of its kind in Australia - 'Oz Trek'.
This ride takes you on an amazing virtual adventure across Australia,
gliding effortlessly over the Harbour Bridge, Opera House &
the sands of Bondi beach. Enjoy a delicious Indian dinner at
a local Indian restaurant.Overnight at Holiday Inn Darling Harbour
or similar in Sydney
DAY
12: Day at leisure.
Explore the sights of Sydney on your own or Opt for an optional
day trip to Canberra or Blue Mountains.
After a delicious & leisurely breakfast at the hotel, you
can either relax in the comforts of your hotel or shop OR you
can take an excursion for the day to either Canberra or the
Blue Mountains on your own. Enjoy a delicious Indian dinner
at a local Indian restaurant.
Overnight at Holiday Inn Darling Harbour or similar in Sydney
DAY
13:
Fly to Christchurch - the Garden city!
After breakfast, transfer to the airport to board your flight
to Christchurch. On arrival check into your hotel and relax.
Tonight enjoy a delicious Indian dinner at an Indian restaurant.
Overnight at Copthorne or similar in Christchurch
DAY
14: City tour of Christchurch.
Also visit the International Antarctic Centre.
This morning after an American breakfast at the hotel, proceed
on a city tour of this 'Garden city' - featuring
the Avon River, The Cathedral, museums, Hagley Park, botanical
gardens, the famous Gothic-style University building. Drive
past the city's beautiful parks, gardens and proceed to
the Cashmere Hills for a breathtaking view of Christchurch and
Southern Alps. Enjoy Indian lunch this afternoon. Later visit
the Antarctic Centre - recreating the atmosphere of the
Antarctica, providing you with a chance to experience the fun
and excitement of the "Great White Snow" -
a fun for all ages. This evening enjoy a delicious Indian dinner.
Overnight at Copthorne or Grand Chancellor or similar in Christchurch
DAY
15: Get set for the ride of your life on the Trans Alpine Express -
the most scenic route in New Zealand.
After an American breakfast this morning, check out of the hotel
and proceed for Arthur's Pass, from where you will board
the Trans Alpine Express. On this train ride you will pass through
the most scenic sights of South Island. Enjoy Indian lunch en
route. Arrive Franz Josef and check into your hotel. Tonight
enjoy a delicious Continental dinner in your hotel. Overnight
at Franz Josef Glacier hotel or similar
DAY
16: Onto scenic Queenstown -
New Zealand's adventure capital. Visit the Puzzling World
in Wanaka en route. Experience a Gondola ride that gives you
unparalleled views of Queenstown.
Enjoy a delicious American breakfast in your hotel and then
check out and drive to Queenstown via the Haast Pass and Wanaka
to Queenstown. Visit the puzzling world in Wanaka en route -
a unique attraction specializing in puzzling eccentricity. Enjoy
Indian lunch en route. On arrival into Queenstown get ready
to experience the famous Gondola ride, which is the steepest
lift in the Southern Hemisphere and carries visitors high above
Queenstown to the Skyline complex located on Bob's peak.
Later this evening enjoy a delicious Indian dinner.Overnight
at Copthorne or Novotel or similar in Queenstown.
DAY
17: Set out for the most spectacular cruise to the Milford Sound -
a mind blowing experience.
After an American breakfast, depart from Queenstown and travel
via Te Anau through the awe-inspiring Homer Tunnel and the stunning
glacier-carved Elington Valley, to arrive at Milford Sound.
Enjoy the full-day on the unforgettable Milford Sound cruise,
which sails right up to the mouth of the Tasman Sea (weather
permitting). Enjoy a local lunch on board the cruise. Journey
into the untouched paradise of Milford Sound, exploring the
natural wonders and history surrounding this deep fjord. Later
tonight, enjoy a sumptuous Indian dinner. Overnight at Copthorne
or Novotel or similar in Queenstown.
DAY
18: Onto Rotorua -
A beautiful town well-known for geothermal activity. Visit the
Te Puia Thermal Reserve and enjoy the sheep shows at Agrodome.
After an American breakfast this morning, check out and transfer
to the airport for your flight to Rotorua. On arrival after
local lunch, proceed on a panoramic city tour. Next, visit the
Te Puia Thermal Reserve where you can wander around the bubbling
mud pools and see the famous 'Pohutu' Geyser. We
later drive to Agrodome to witness the Agrodome Agricultural
Show, where you will be entertained by New Zealand's performing
sheep and other attractions. Tonight enjoy a delicious Indian
dinner.
Overnight at Millenium or Rydges or similar in Rotorua.
DAY
19: Visit the Waitomo Glow worm caves. Onto Auckland -
the city of sails. Enjoy a city tour of Auckland.
This morning after an American breakfast, check out of your
hotel and visit the Waitomo caves through the lush Waikato region.
Marvel at Mother Nature's light display, as you glide
silently through the starry wonderland caves of Glow-worm situated
underground along the Waitomo River and gaze in silence at the
myriad of glow-worm lights that make up the Glowworm Grotto
enjoy Indian lunch en route. Then sit back and relax in your
coach as we drive you to Auckland. Proceed on a city tour of
Auckland. Visit Mt. Eden where you will enjoy the spectacular
view of the city and harbour and many more interesting sights.
Drive past the Victoria Park market, the West Haven Marina,
the War Memorial Museum and through the Parnell, onto Bastion
Point amongst Auckland's most expensive residential area.
Enjoy a sumptuous Indian dinner this evening. Overnight at Crowne
Plaza or Sky City or similar in Auckland
DAY
20: Farewell
After an American breakfast check out of the hotel then proceed
to the Airport for your flight back home. Return home with wonderful
memories of your holiday with 'Vacations Exotica'
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