Down Under Explorer: Great Barrier Reef, Sydney & New Zealand

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Overview

Discover the natural beauty and vibrant cultures of Australia and New Zealand on this 13-day journey through Cairns, Sydney, and New Zealand's stunning North Island. From the iconic Great Barrier Reef and the enchanting Blue Mountains to the magical landscapes of Hobbiton and the geothermal wonders of Rotorua, this tour offers a perfect blend of adventure, cultural immersion, and relaxation. Experience world-class cities, breathtaking scenery, and unforgettable moments on this diverse and enriching trip.

Tour Highlights

  • Great Barrier Reef Cruise: Explore the world-famous Outer Great Barrier Reef with snorkeling, a glass-bottom boat tour, and a marine touch tank experience
  • Skyrail Rainforest Cableway & Rainforestation Tour: Ride over the lush rainforest canopy, explore Kuranda Village, and enjoy an Army Duck Tour with Aboriginal cultural experiences
  • Sydney Harbour Lunch Cruise: Marvel at iconic sights like the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge while enjoying a scenic lunch cruise on Sydney Harbour
  • Blue Mountains & Scenic World Experience: Discover breathtaking views of the Three Sisters and Jamison Valley, and ride the Scenic Railway and Skyway
  • Waitomo Glowworm Caves & Hobbiton Movie Set: Visit the enchanting Waitomo Caves illuminated by thousands of glowworms, followed by a magical Hobbiton Movie Set tour
  • Rotorua Geothermal Wonders & Maori Cultural Experience: Witness the geysers bubbling mud pools and enjoy a traditional Maori Hangi dinner and performance at Te Puia
  • Auckland City Exploration: Experience New Zealand’s vibrant “City of Sails” with free time to discover its bustling waterfront, shops, and cultural sites

What’s Included

  • 4 nights in a Superior room at Pacific Hotel Cairns
  • 4 nights in a Standard room at The Tank Stream Hotel Sydney
  • 2 nights in a Standard room at SkyCity Hotel Auckland
  • 2 nights in a Standard room at Millennium Rotorua Hotel or similar in Rotorua
  • 17 Melas: 12 Breakfast, 4 Lunches, 1 Dinner Concert
  • Airport transfers, sightseeing tours and cultural activities as specified in the itinerary
  • Hotel taxes and service charges

What’s Excluded

  • International and Internal flights
  • Gratuities, porterage, travel insurance, and visa fees
  • Meals, beverages, and optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Personal expenses such as laundry, phone calls, drinks, camera/video camera fees at monuments, and medical expenses

Itinerary

Day 1 | Arrival in Cairns

Arrive in Cairns, the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef. After a warm welcome, transfer to your hotel for check-in.

Accommodation: Pacific Hotel Cairns (Superior Room)

Day 2 | Rainforestation & Kuranda Tour

Start your day with a breathtaking ride over the rainforest on the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway. Visit Rainforestation Nature Park, where you'll enjoy a guided Rainforest Army Duck Tour, get close to wildlife at the Koala & Wildlife Park, and immerse yourself in the Pamagirri Aboriginal Experience. Savor a hot lunch and explore Kuranda Village.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: Pacific Hotel Cairns (Superior Room)

Day 3 | Great Barrier Reef Adventure

Cruise to Moore Reef aboard a spacious catamaran and spend four hours exploring the Outer Great Barrier Reef. Enjoy snorkeling, a glass-bottom boat tour, and exploring the marine touch tank.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: Pacific Hotel Cairns (Superior Room)

Day 4 | Free Day in Cairns

Enjoy a day at leisure to explore Cairns at your own pace. Visit the Cairns Esplanade, relax by the lagoon, or explore the night markets. Alternatively, opt for the Cape Tribulation and Daintree Tour to explore ancient rainforests and the Great Barrier Reef.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Pacific Hotel Cairns (Superior Room)

Day 5 | Cairns to Sydney

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Sydney. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: The Tank Stream Hotel Sydney (Standard Room)

Day 6 | Sydney City Tour & Harbour Cruise

Explore Sydney on a half-day city tour, visiting The Rocks, Mrs Macquarie's Point, and Bondi Beach. Then, relax on a Sydney Harbour lunch cruise, taking in iconic sights like the Opera House and Harbour Bridge.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: The Tank Stream Hotel Sydney (Standard Room)

Day 7 | Blue Mountains Tour & Sydney Zoo

Journey to the Blue Mountains for stunning views of the Three Sisters and a ride on the Scenic Railway. Visit Sydney Zoo to see Australia's native wildlife before a relaxing ferry ride back to the city.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: The Tank Stream Hotel Sydney (Standard Room)

Day 8 | Free Day in Sydney or Optional Tours

Enjoy a free day in Sydney. Opt to explore local neighborhoods or join a guided tour to Canberra or the Hunter Valley for wine tasting.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: The Tank Stream Hotel Sydney (Standard Room)

Day 9 | Sydney to Auckland

Transfer to the airport for your flight to Auckland, New Zealand's largest city. Upon arrival, enjoy a shared transfer to your hotel. Spend the afternoon at leisure exploring the city.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: SkyCity Hotel (Standard Room) or similar

Day 10 | Waitomo, Hobbiton & Rotorua

Head south to Waitomo for a guided tour of the glowworm caves. Afterward, visit Hobbiton and explore the famous movie set. Finish your day with a scenic drive to Rotorua.

Meals: Breakfast, Picnic Lunch Box

Accommodation: Sudima Rotorua Hotel, Millennium Rotorua Hotel, or similar

Day 11 | Rotorua Free Day & Maori Cultural Evening

Spend the day at leisure, with options to visit Skyline Rotorua or the Agrodome. In the evening, enjoy a Maori cultural performance and a traditional Hangi dinner at Te Puia, followed by a visit to the geothermal valley.

Meals: Breakfast, Maori Hangi Dinner & Concert

Accommodation: Sudima Rotorua Hotel, Millennium Rotorua Hotel, or similar

Day 12 | Rotorua to Auckland

Travel back to Auckland, passing through Hamilton. Spend the afternoon exploring Auckland at your leisure, with an option to visit SkyCity Casino in the evening.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: SkyCity Hotel (Standard Room) or similar

Day 13 | Departure from Auckland

After breakfast, transfer to Auckland International Airport for your homebound flight, bringing with you lasting memories of Australia and New Zealand.

Meals: Breakfast

Dates & Prices

Departure Dates Tour Cost More Info  
22 Nov 24 - 04 Dec 24 USD $4599 Down Under Explorer: Great Barrier Reef, Sydney & New Zealand BOOK NOW
06 Dec 24 - 18 Dec 24 USD $4599 Down Under Explorer: Great Barrier Reef, Sydney & New Zealand BOOK NOW
17 Jan 25 - 29 Jan 25 USD $4599 Down Under Explorer: Great Barrier Reef, Sydney & New Zealand BOOK NOW
07 Feb 25 - 19 Feb 25 USD $4599 Down Under Explorer: Great Barrier Reef, Sydney & New Zealand BOOK NOW
21 Feb 25 - 05 Mar 25 USD $4599 Down Under Explorer: Great Barrier Reef, Sydney & New Zealand BOOK NOW
07 Mar 25 - 19 Mar 25 USD $4599 Down Under Explorer: Great Barrier Reef, Sydney & New Zealand BOOK NOW
21 Mar 25 - 02 Apr 25 USD $4599 Down Under Explorer: Great Barrier Reef, Sydney & New Zealand BOOK NOW

FAQs

Can I add airfare to the land package?
Yes, you can add airfare to a package. Let us know at the time of your reservation. Please note pricing and availability is always subject to change Prior to ticket issuance.
Can I change my reservation if I've made a mistake?
There is a $75 change fee (per person, per change) for any changes made to a reservation after it has been confirmed.  Any passenger name change made to a booking reservation after it has been confirmed will result in a $100 per person per name change fee and is subject to availability, additional airline change, and/or cancellation fees. Additional fees may apply.  For more details, please contact us.
Can I extend or modify my trip?
We will do our best to accommodate your request. Any modification must be arranged before the deposit is made and subject to availability.
Can I opt-out of certain activities on the trip?
While any unused portion of the trip is non-refundable, you can opt-out of certain included activities if you do not wish to participate in them. Please be sure to notify us prior to your departure date and notify your tour guide upon arrival. You will be responsible for any expenses incurred should you deviate from the tour during the scheduled tour itinerary. If you choose to deviate from the tour group on a day we are transiting from one city to another. You will also be responsible for your own transportation and expenses incurred. 
Can I request adjoining rooms?
We can request adjoining rooms, however, requests cannot be guaranteed as it is based on hotel availability.
Can I select my seats on my flight during the booking process?
Seat assignments on your flight can be done directly via the airline. You can either select your seats at the airline check-in counter on the day of your flight, or after we issue your tickets, you may call the airline directly and pay the fee for pre-assign seats.
Can we book a triple room?
Triple rooms are available upon request for select tours. Please note hotels will provide a rollaway bed for the third traveler in a double room. 
Do you offer and/or suggest travel insurance?
We recommend you purchase a travel protection plan to help protect you and your travel investment against the unexpected.  
Do you work with Travel Agents?
To be one of our partner agents, please email agency@globotours.net We welcome the opportunity to serve you.
How do I make a reservation?
Click the “Book Now” button on our website, or you may send us an email to info@globotours.net
How much time will I get to myself?
Each program is different. Whenever possible, we offer to modify the program to fit your requirements.
I am a solo traveler, can you match me with other solo travelers on my tour?
For privacy reasons, we do not pair solo travelers with one another.  A single supplement fee will apply for solo travelers.
I have special dietary requirements, can you accommodate them?
Meals provided during your tour are based on local cuisine and menus. We can generally assist guests in communicating special meal requests to airlines, hotels, and restaurants but please be aware that they are not guaranteed. Please let us know at the time of booking your trip. We will notify our tour guides of any food allergies, but please note meal alternatives are subject to confirmation as they are based on the availability of the providing restaurant. For those with strict dietary needs, we recommend bringing pre-packaged food alternatives for your trip.
My outbound flight has been cancelled by the airline; what do I do now?
If your flight has been canceled, please liaise with the airline directly to book the next available flight. If, for any reason, you are unhappy with the alternate flight offered by the airline and decide to book a new outbound flight on your own, please note that the original return flight(s) will automatically be canceled if you are a no-show on your original outbound flight.
My package includes the arrival transfer, how do I know when/where to meet up with my driver?
Information on how /where to meet up with your driver is included in your travel documents. On arrival at the airport, please collect your luggage, make your way through customs, and enter the arrivals hall, where the driver will be waiting for you. Should luggage be very slow coming through, or should you have any issues with damaged or lost luggage, please make sure that you complete the necessary documentation within the luggage area. ONE MEMBER of the party should go through customs and into the arrivals hall to advise the driver of the delay. Please note that this person will not be allowed access back into the luggage area. You could also contact our local representative. Extra costs may apply if meeting your driver is delayed more than one hour following your scheduled flight arrival time.  
What are the visa requirements?
Visa requirements for each destination are indicated in our Essential Travel Information on our website. Information is also available at the US Department of State website at https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel.html. It is the responsibility of travelers to obtain proper visas in a timely manner prior to the trip departure date.  
What does Land Only means?
Land-only is a package tour without International and local airfare.
What does per person, double occupancy mean?
Per person, double occupancy means the price each guest pays when sharing a room.
What if I miss my flight or my flight is delayed, and I miss the beginning of my trip?
If your flight is delayed or you miss your flight, please notify us or our local representative (contact information is included in your travel documents) as soon as possible so we may inform our local representative of your updated arrival. Additional costs for airport transfer service may apply if you arrive later than the scheduled arrival date/time.  If you arrive later in the itinerary and the group has moved to a different destination, it will be your responsibility to catch up and meet the group at that destination.  We will provide you with the most up-to-date meeting information.  Please note that Globotours cannot reimburse you for any unused portion of the trip.
What is included in your pricing?
Included features are specified in each tour.
What is not included in your pricing?
Anything that is not mentioned in the included features.
What is single supplement surcharge?
Single supplement is the additional cost to occupy the room alone.
What is your payment schedule?
Most packages require a non-refundable deposit, as indicated in the program to confirm the reservation, which will be applied towards the cost of your package. Your account balance is due 60-75 days prior to the trip departure date. Certain tours may require an additional non-refundable airline deposit at the time of booking. This is indicated during the booking process. More information can be found in our Terms and Conditions.  
What level of physical fitness is required for the tour?
Depending on the program, expect a decent amount of walking and an occasional flight of stairs or some steps. We recommend you carefully consider your ability to meet the tour's physical demands. If you have any questions or concerns about your ability to meet the trip's requirements, we urge you to consult your medical practitioner.
What types of payments do you accept?
We accept Mastercard and Visa, bank transfers, and personal checks. When paying your balance by personal check, all checks must be received in full prior to the due date. Please make the check payable to Globotours and mail the check to the below address before your balance due date. Globotours 2705 S. Diamond Bar Blvd., Suite 228, Diamond Bar, CA 91765
What’s the cancellation and refund policy?

Fees will be assessed per person when you cancel your reservation. More information can be found in our Terms and Conditions.

When do I receive my travel documents and what it will include?
Travel documents will be mailed or e-mailed to you approximately 21 days prior to the trip departure date. It usually takes about 7 – 10 business days. You may access your booking confirmation page anytime by logging into your Globotours account on our website.

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