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South Pacific Wonders
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Length
15 Days
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Quality
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Starts in
Christchurch (New Zealand)
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Ends in
Sydney (Australia)
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Available Tour Start Dates
MAR 4, 2026 to MAY 11, 2027
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Activity Level
Moderate
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Style
Fully-Guided
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Language
English
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Guaranteed Date(s)
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From
Pricing listed is per person, based on double occupancy, and is the least expensive price for at least one departure date of this tour. Price is for the tour only. Additional items, including but not limited to, airfare (unless noted otherwise), travel insurance, and more, are additional.
$5,699.00
Includes $800.00 Intra-Air & Tax
This tour has flights that occur during the tour, and this is the per person price of those flights, which we have included in the "From" price listed above. Intra-Air flights are not flights that occur before or after the tour. Such flights may be available at an additional cost.
Overview
See what life is like “Down Under” on this incredible journey through New Zealand and Australia. Experience Queenstown, the “Adventure Capital of the World.” Cruise Lake Wakatipu and enjoy a lakeside BBQ. Cruise Milford Sound and Sydney Harbour. Discover the wonders of Aboriginal culture. From the ethereal beauty of New Zealand's glacial fjords to the tropical splendor of Australia's Great Barrier Reef, enjoy the best of the South Pacific.
Visited During Tour
Cairns / Gimuy (Australia) | Christchurch (New Zealand) | Queenstown (New Zealand) | Sydney (Australia)
Dates, Offers & Prices
Tour Itinerary
Accommodations
More Details
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Dates, Offers & Prices
The following are South Pacific Wonders tour dates available from Collette. Select a bonus offer graphic to view its details, including its terms.
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Tour Itinerary
Collette Tour Code 95-1
Some details of this tour vary by departure date. Please select a departure date below to view the applicable details:
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1Depart from Home
Cross the International Dateline, skipping a day ahead, and begin your adventure of a lifetime.
Accommodations: Distinction Christchurch Hotel -
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3Christchurch, New Zealand
Arrive in the historic city of Christchurch. Devastated by an earthquake in early 2011, see firsthand how the city known as “the Garden City” is recreating itself. Meet your fellow travelers during a welcome dinner and start your South Pacific journey off on the right foot.
- Meals Included:
- Dinner
Accommodations: Millennium Hotel -
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4Christchurch
Start your morning with a city tour of Christchurch. Then, pay a visit to Willowbank Wildlife Reserve. A leader in the conservation of New Zealand species, Willowbank offers the chance to view New Zealand’s “Big 5” - the Kiwi, the Kea, the Tuatara, the Kaka, and the Takahe - up close and personal. Then, learn about the local Indigenous culture of the Maori with a paddle on the Avon River in a traditional waka (canoe).
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Accommodations: Millennium Hotel -
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5Christchurch - Queenstown
Depart Christchurch and make your way south to Queenstown. Known as the “Adventure Capital of the World,” Queenstown is nestled against a picturesque bay and snowcapped mountains. Arrive in Queenstown in the afternoon and have time to explore independently before dinner.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Accommodations: Millennium Hotel -
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6Queenstown
Cruise Lake Wakatipu surrounded by Queenstown’s stunning landscape aboard an iconic coal-fired steamship. Then, enjoy a "Kiwi" BBQ lunch lakeside followed by a sheepdog demonstration before sailing back. Later, it’s your choice! Go bird watching at the Kiwi Birdlife Park -OR- take a gondola to the top of Bob’s Peak for stunning panoramic views of the area. This evening is yours to enjoy charming Queenstown.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Accommodations: Millennium Hotel -
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7Queenstown - Milford Sound - Queenstown
Enjoy the rugged grandeur of the Hollyford Valley as you travel through an ancient beech forest via the Homer Tunnel. Cruise the Milford Sound and see why this fjord is one of the most visited sights on the South Island. Following your cruise, you may choose to return to Queenstown via a short optional flight (weather permitting) for spectacular views of New Zealand’s Southern Alps.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Accommodations: Bailey Crystalbrook Collection Hotel -
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8Queenstown
A free day offers an optional tour taking you through the majestic Queenstown countryside showcasing many of the locations where blockbuster movies have been filmed, or perhaps you’ll want to shop and people-watch in the village. Gather for a “farewell to New Zealand” dinner.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Accommodations: Bailey Crystalbrook Collection Hotel -
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9Queenstown - Cairns, Australia
Fly to Cairns, the tropical gateway to one of the world’s most spectacular natural attractions and a World Heritage site - the Great Barrier Reef. Established as a marine park in 1975, the reef is a haven for thousands of species of sea life, as well as turtles and birds.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Accommodations: Bailey Crystalbrook Collection Hotel -
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10Cairns
Come to know the history of Australia’s original inhabitants at the Rainforestation Nature Park where an Indigenous Pamagirri guide will show you through some of their oldest customs and traditions. Enjoy an "Aussie" BBQ lunch before visiting Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures to see crocodiles on a nature cruise. Head through rainforests on boardwalks to see animals such as birds, reptiles, and wallabies. Visit with a koala and chat with a wildlife naturalist to learn more about these furry creatures.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Accommodations: Novotel Sydney Darling Square -
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11Cairns - Great Barrier Reef - Cairns
Board a high-speed catamaran for an exciting excursion to the Great Barrier Reef. Explore the reef from your base on Green Island. Enjoy a glass-bottom boat ride, stroll the island’s walking trails, relax on the beach, snorkel or just watch the fish and sea turtles swim past from the pier. For a more adventurous encounter with the reef, an optional outer reef tour is also available.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Accommodations: Novotel Sydney Darling Square -
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12Cairns - Sydney
The morning is yours. Enjoy your last few hours in Cairns by relaxing and taking in the tropical atmosphere and surrounding neighborhood. Then, fly to the bustling city of Sydney.
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- Breakfast
- Dinner
Accommodations: Novotel Sydney Darling Square -
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13Sydney
See where English colonists first settled during a city tour of Sydney, featuring Kings Cross, the Harbour Bridge, Chinatown, the Rocks, Circular Quay, and the Botanic Gardens. Take an expert-led tour of the Sydney Opera House, poised majestically on Sydney Harbour. Then, have the chance to join a special presentation at the National Opal Collection.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
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14Sydney
Embrace the exciting city of Sydney during a day of independent exploration. Tonight, say farewell to Australia while on a delightful dinner cruise of Sydney Harbour. Marvel at the scenic vistas of the harbor, showcasing Sydney’s magnificent skyline, the iconic Sydney Opera House, and the Harbour Bridge.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
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15Sydney - Tour Ends
Your tour comes to a close today, leaving you with many pleasant memories of a wonderful adventure.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
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Gold Seeker - Metal and Movie Discovery Tour
Location: Queenstown
Price: $170.00 per person
Embark on a off-road adventure in a four-wheel jeep through the primeval, mystical landscapes of the New Zealand high country. In the vastness of an unspoiled wilderness, become lost in the grandeur of New Zealand’s South Island – a world immortalized on film in "The Lord of the Rings" trilogy. Trek to the place where the word “otherworldly” was tailor-made, the Remarkable Mountains, and the entrance to Skipper Canyon. Across roads created by pioneers 150 years ago, follow the miner’s old wagon trail along the Arrow River, and stop to try your hand at panning gold. Brace yourself for heart-pounding moments as you drive along narrow mountain roads with sheer drops – a route as thrilling as it is scenic. Discover something incredible around every dramatic turn, narrow, and twist of this thrilling safari tour. Duration approximately 4 hour(s). Transportation is included. A minimum of 10 passenger(s) is required to operate this option. If you choose to cancel this option within 48 hours of the excursion date, payment is non-refundable. This tour is not exclusive to Collette, and there may be up to 6 people per jeep. This excursion travels over bumpy and uneven terrain, travellers should be prepared for a rough but exciting ride. -
The Outer Reef Experience
Location: Cairns
Price: $150.00 per person
Jump in and explore a vibrant, colorful world teeming with life at the Moore Reef at the very center of the Great Barrier Reef. This massive reef system, the largest in the world, can actually be seen from space. Cruise across the water by catamaran to the Great Adventures pontoon where a diverse, bountiful ecosystem is yours to discover. Snorkel straight off the pontoon into crystal-clear waters, surrounded by coral gardens and tropical marine life or enjoy watching the fish feeding from the unique underwater platform. Explore the vibrant reef from the comfort of the air-conditioned semi-submersible coral viewing tour with informative commentary. You’re sure to have a once-in-a-lifetime experience exploring one of the seven natural wonders of the world. Duration approximately 9 hour(s). Transportation is included. A minimum of 1 passenger(s) is required to operate this option. Please note: the swell of the ocean on the pontoon can be high at certain times of the day and can be intimidating for swimmers who are not confident in the water. There are life jackets and lifeguards on duty, and rest stations in the water for when swimmers need a break. Lunch is included. The journey to and from the pontoon from Cairns is 120 minutes each way. -
Scenic Flight from Milford Sound to Queenstown
Location: Queenstown
Price: $300.00 per person
Soar over the plunging cliffs, snowfields, and alpine lakes of the pristine Southern Alps on a flightseeing plane that carries you back from Milford Sound to Queenstown. Seeing Milford Sound and Fiordland National Park from the air will give you a whole new perspective on the overwhelming beauty of this region. You’ll be captivated by 9,000-foot peaks and frozen lakes that can only be seen from above. Enjoy amazing views and skip the lengthy return coach ride to Queenstown. A truly spectacular trip! Duration approximately 1 hour(s). Transportation is included. A minimum of 2 passenger(s) is required to operate this option. Availability for flightseeing is limited. This optional tour is available to book both pre-departure and on-site. This option operates on a weather-permitting basis only. This option does have a weight restriction of 286lb/130kg. Please advise your weight upon booking, as plane & seat allocations require this. Any travelers over 286lb/130kg will need pre-approval from the vendor. Duration: 40 minutes. -
Distinction Christchurch Hotel
Price: $170.00 per person -
3 Night Fiji Extension (Land Only)
Price: $999.00 per person
Experienced travelers will tell you, “don’t pass up once-in-a-lifetime opportunities.” You’ve come so far; now complete your tour with an incredible 3 night Fiji Extension. Escape into a tropical paradise. Relax with a fresh fruit drink, read a book, go for a swim —you won’t regret adding three nights on this stunning archipelago. Or end your trip with an additional post night -
Novotel Sydney Darling Square
Price: $130.00 per person
Optional Activities:
Optional Activities:
Tour Extensions:
Pre-tour Hotel
Post-tour Extension
Post-tour Hotel
Tour extensions are 1-night in length, unless noted otherwise.
Accommodations
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Distinction Christchurch Hotel
Distinction Christchurch Hotel
Day 1 to 2
Location: 14 Cathedral Square, Christchurch, 7476, New Zealand
Millennium Hotel
Millennium Hotel
Day 3 to 6
Location: Corner Frankton Road & Stanley Street, PO Box 551, Queenstown, New Zealand
Bailey Crystalbrook Collection Hotel
Bailey Crystalbrook Collection Hotel
Day 7 to 9
Location: 163 Abbott Street, Cairns, 4869, Australia
Novotel Sydney Darling Square
Novotel Sydney Darling Square
Day 10 to 12
Location: 17 Little Pier Street, Sydney, 2000, Australia
More Details
Collette is informing us of the following additional details regarding their South Pacific Wonders tour:
Some details of this tour vary by departure date. Please select a departure date below to view the applicable details:Highlights
- Christchurch
- Queenstown
- Lake Wakatipu Cruise & Sheepdog Demonstration
- Choice on Tour: Kiwi Birdlife Park or Skyline Gondola
- Milford Sound
- Cairns
- Great Barrier Reef
- Sydney Opera House
Highlights
Must Sees
- Board a catamaran for an exciting excursion to the Great Barrier Reef.
- See where the original colonists first settled during a city tour of Sydney.
Cultural Experiences
- Come to know Australia’s ancient traditions at the Rainforestation Nature Park.
- Take a guided tour of the fascinating Sydney Opera House.
- Paddle the Avon River in a traditional Maori waka (canoe).
Culinary Experiences
- Enjoy a Kiwi BBQ on the western shore of Lake Wakatipu.
- Take in the sights during a dinner cruise of Sydney Harbour.
Must Sees
Cultural Experiences
Culinary Experiences
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