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Bucket List New Zealand & Australia (None)
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Length
19 Days
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Quality
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Starts in
Auckland (New Zealand)
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Ends in
Cairns (Australia)
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Available Tour Start Dates
OCT 10, 2026 to MAR 13, 2027
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Activity Level
No Rating Provided
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Language
English
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Guaranteed Date(s)
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$10,074.40
Overview
Dive into two incredible countries on one unforgettable journey! Snorkel the dazzling Great Barrier Reef, walk in the footsteps of hobbits on the iconic Hobbiton Movie Set, and sip fine wines in Queenstown. Feel the rush jet-boating down the Shotover River or take to the skies for breathtaking views of Mt. Cook. In Australia, climb the Sydney Harbour Bridge, hop on a train to explore a rainforest village, and watch the sun dip behind the awe-inspiring Uluru. The adventure is yours to design, one epic choice at a time.
Visited During Tour
Auckland (New Zealand) | Cairns / Gimuy (Australia) | Christchurch / Otautahi (New Zealand) | Great Barrier Reef (Australia) | Kata Tjuta / Mount Olga (Australia) | Lake Tekapo / Takapo (New Zealand) | Queenstown (New Zealand) | Rotorua (New Zealand) | Sydney (Australia) | Uluru / Ayers Rock (Australia)
Dates, Offers & Prices
Tour Itinerary
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Dates, Offers & Prices
The following are Bucket List New Zealand & Australia (None) tour dates available from Costsaver. Select a bonus offer graphic to view its details, including its terms.
Tour Itinerary
Costsaver Tour Code 540-1444
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1Arrive Auckland
Kick off your bucket list New Zealand and Australia tour in Auckland, the City of Sails. After your arrival, team up with your Travel Director and the rest of the group before jumping into adventure with a tour of the city sights. Make your way around the waterfront from central city out to Mission Bay. Have your camera ready for the stop at Bastion Point and the Michael Joseph Savage Memorial – it's the place to get stunning shots of Auckland, the North Shore and the Waitemata. Later, join your Travel Director for a tour briefing and welcome drink.
Accommodations: Mercure Auckland Queen Street -
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2Auckland Your Way
A little bit of leisure, a little bit of culture – and a lot of spots to explore today. Explore your way with Choice Experiences like a scenic cruise across the Hauraki Gulf on Auckland Harbour. Or, choose to learn what it takes to make, shape and be an All Black rugby player. You’ll have a blast channeling your inner athlete and testing your rugby skills in our hands-on, interactive zone.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Accommodations: President Hotel -
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3Auckland - Rotorua
Set off through Cambridge, ‘The Town of Trees and Champions,' on your way to Rotorua. Get your bearings before the ultimate New Zealand experience: a guided tour of the National Kiwi Hatchery Aotearoa, the leader in kiwi husbandry, a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. Learn about their work to save New Zealand’s national bird, watch kiwi eggs being incubated and even peek at the adorable newly hatched chicks. Later, another MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience - visit a Pounamu (Jade) workshop to see skilled artisans at work, and learn about the cultural significance of pounamu (New Zealand greenstone) in Māori tradition. Choice Experiences abound.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Accommodations: Ibis -
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4Rotorua Your Way
Go big on nature wowing at the scenic wonders of the geothermal wonderland of Rotorua. You could take a tour of the Hobbiton Movie Set, where you can step into the lush pastures of the Shire, stroll around the 12-acre set past Hobbit Holes, the Mill and into the world-famous Green Dragon Inn, where you’ll enjoy Hobbit South-farthing beverage to end your own Middle-earth adventure. Or, relax with the magical two-hour restorative journey spa experience at Wai Ariki Spa. And don’t miss your chance to discover Rotorua’s spectacular lakes from a fully restored World War II amphibious vehicle accompanied by stories. This evening, you may choose to embark on the Te Pō Indigenous Experience at Te Puia. Experience a Maori cultural performance before you dig into hangi-inspired cuisine.
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- Breakfast
Accommodations: Ibis -
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5Rotorua - Queenstown
Travel back to Auckland by coach on your bucket list New Zealand tour for your flight to Queenstown, adventure capital of the world. Wind around the shores of Lake Wakatipu and get your bearings for what’s to come. With anticipation building, speak with your Travel Director about dining recommendations for tonight. They’re always eager to help! Internal flight included Auckland-Queenstown.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Accommodations: Holiday Inn Express & Suites -
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6Queenstown Your Way
Thrill-seekers, foodies and outdoor enthusiasts are all in for a treat: today and tomorrow are all about taking in Queenstown and its world-famous adventures how you choose. Movie buffs can get the best of both worlds on a scenic tour of Glenorchy to discover iconic Lord of the Rings filming locations. Wine-lovers can join a Boutique Wine Tour of Queenstown, sampling Central Otago’s signature Pinot Noir and more at four vineyards. After a day of activity, choose to sit back and relax on an evening cruise across Lake Wakatipu to Walter Peak Station, where you’ll sit down to a mouth-watering BBQ dinner and farm show at the Colonel's Homestead.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Accommodations: Holiday Inn Express & Suites -
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7Queenstown Your Way
The roll-call of activities you can sign up for is near endless. Tick a must-see South Island icon off your bucket list and join the day trip to the Fiordland National Park, cruising through the show-stopping Milford Sound. Make the most of the region’s great outdoors visiting the Kiwi Park wildlife sanctuary of over 20 species of native New Zealand wildlife. Adrenaline junkies will have their pick of the bunch, with jet-boat tours on the Kawarau and Shotover Rivers, experiencing the famous 360 degree “Shotover Jet Turn”. Unwind grabbing a bite and raising a glass to another incredible day.
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- Breakfast
Accommodations: Holiday Inn Express & Suites -
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8Queenstown - Tekapo
Set your course to the Mackenzie region with a stop in Cromwell to taste stone fruit at a stall belonging to a local orchard. Get your cameras ready for views across the waters of Lake Tekapo framed by rugged hills and snow-capped mountains. In Tekapo, see the Church of the Good Shepherd and the bronze statue of a collie dog, the touching tribute to the sheepdogs which helped develop the Mackenzie Country. Later, take your pick of ways to explore to take in the stunning region. See Mount Cook National Park from the air soaring over New Zealand's highest peak and on to Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers. Tonight, choose to view Tekapo's world renowned UNESCO Aoraki McKenzie International Dark Sky Reserve viewing amazing constellations that can only be seen in the southern hemisphere, including the Southern Cross, with a local astronomy guide.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Accommodations: Peppers Bluewater Resort Lake Tekapo -
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9Tekapo - Christchurch - Sydney
Get an early start to watch the sun rise over the lake or sleep in before heading north to Christchurch via Ashburton. In Christchurch, bid farewell to New Zealand and board your flight to Sydney, known for iconic landmarks, a dazzling harbor and beaches so famous they have their own TV shows (we’re looking at you, Bondi Beach). Internal flight included Christchurch-Sydney.
Accommodations: Holiday Inn Sydney, Potts Point -
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10Sydney
Wake up in Sydney with a free morning to settle in before the next leg of your adventures. Get the lay of the land on a city sights tour showing off the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Bondi Beach, the headlands into Sydney Harbour and The Rocks area.
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- Breakfast
Accommodations: Holiday Inn Sydney, Potts Point -
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11Sydney Your Way
Excitement will be at an all-time high today with iconic optionals to choose from. Nature-lovers will be tempted by a day tour of the Blue Mountains National Park, an oasis of sandstone cliffs, rainforests, eucalyptus bushland and cascading waterfalls. See the Three Sisters, a towering rock formation significant to the local Aboriginal people or ride the world’s steepest passenger railway down to the valley floor at Scenic World. You could choose to take on the Sydney Harbour BridgeClimb, rising to the summit, 134 metres above Sydney Harbour.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Accommodations: Holiday Inn Sydney, Potts Point -
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12Sydney Your Way
Make even more of your bucket list Australia a reality with your pick of Optional Experiences. You might choose to embrace the beach lifestyle with a surfing lesson at the iconic Bondi Beach getting the hang of paddling, catching waves and standing! Or take to the water on a Sydney Harbour Cruise gliding past the white peaks of the Opera House and under the Sydney Harbour Bridge. If you’d rather stay on dry land, join The Rocks Pub Tour. Between watering holes, your guide will take you through the alleys and cobbled streets as they share the gossip and stories of convicts and locals of Australia's first European settlement.
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- Breakfast
Accommodations: Holiday Inn Sydney, Potts Point -
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13Sydney - Uluru
Jet off from Sydney to the rusty red home of Uluru. Be wowed by your first glimpses of the desert on a guided base walk to Mutitjulu Waterhole. Get up close to the ancient Aboriginal Rock Art and hear stories passed down through generations for thousands of years. Then it’s time for a classic sundowner as you kick back with sparkling wine or beer and nibbles while the Uluru is lit up in brilliant red and orange. You could choose to end the day with a mouth-watering BBQ dinner plus salads and a tasty dessert. Your feast is even paired with star talk as you gaze into the vast night sky. Internal flight included Sydney-Ayers Rock.
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Accommodations: Outback Hotel & Lodge -
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14Uluru
See Uluru your way today. Soar above the majestic rock by helicopter or plane. Or join a Guide for an outback walk to the Valley of the Winds getting the back story of the geology, history, and culture of Kata Tjuta’s rock domes. You can also choose to walk around the full base of Uluru seeing sacred sites and Aboriginal rock art. See a different side of Kata Tjuta at sunset as the rock domes change color moment to moment with the setting sun. And don’t miss your chance to dine under the stars at the Sounds of Silence Dinner.
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Accommodations: Outback Hotel & Lodge -
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15Uluru - Cairns
It’s a big day today as you wind down your time in Yulara before flying to Cairns. Take advantage of an easy morning to sleep in or enjoy lounging poolside. In Cairns, surrounded by the ancient Daintree Rainforest and the spectacular Great Barrier Reef, it’s the perfect jumping off point for your next round of adventures. Internal flight included Ayers Rock - Cairns (AYQ/CNS).
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Accommodations: DoubleTree by Hilton -
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16Cairns
See the best attractions in Cairns on an orientation tour along the Esplanade. Spot the site of the night markets where you'll have your pick of over 70 open-air stalls of local specialities. Breathe in the fresh sea air from the beachfront boardwalk and crystal-clear saltwater swimming lagoon, no doubt calling you back for a relaxing swim.
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- Breakfast
Accommodations: DoubleTree by Hilton -
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17Cairns Your Way
Today's Choice Experience is once-in-a-life-time. Sand, sea and sunshine await as you set sail by catamaran to one of the seven wonders of the natural world, on a Great Barrier Reef tour. Visit Moore Reef’s crystal-clear waters joining marine biologists, dive instructors and lifeguards. The world’s largest coral reef system, the reef is home to parrotfish, green turtles and clown fish in colorful coral. You can also pull on your snorkeling equipment to be blown away at this underwater oasis. If staying dry is more your thing, step aboard a spectacular glass bottom boat and underwater observatory for a front-seat to all the oceanic action. Feeling adventurous? Take your day to the next level with an optional scuba dive, Seawalker Helmet Dive or scenic helicopter flight above the picturesque reef.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Accommodations: DoubleTree by Hilton -
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18Cairns Your Way
It’s your final day together - and we’ve saved one of the best destinations for last! You might choose to visit the 'Village in the Rainforest', Kuranda. Journey on the Kuranda Scenic Railway, relaxing as this heritage train winds its way up the mountain framed by rainforest and waterfalls, before exploring the markets and stores at the top. The ride back down on the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway is just as thrilling, passing green landscapes, mountains, oceans, and Barron Falls. Or get to know the local wildlife with Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures Wetlands cruise through the Melaleuca wetlands gasping at huge crocodiles and the world’s most venomous snakes.
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- Breakfast
Accommodations: DoubleTree by Hilton -
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19Depart Cairns
It’s been a grand journey of bucket list experiences in New Zealand and Australia. But all good things must come to an end -- even down under. After breakfast, say a fond farewell to your travel mates.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
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Travelers Notes
* AUSTRALIA: USA passport holders require an Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) for Australia. It must be obtained on-line prior to departure from the Country of Origin. We recommend applying 60 days prior to departure. * NEW ZEALAND: USA passport holders require an Electronic Travel Authority (NZeTA) for New Zealand. It must be obtained on-line prior to departure from the Country of Origin. We recommend applying 60 days prior to departure. * IMPORTANT: Please see important Visa details sent with your invoice.* ARRIVAL: Trip starts in Auckland at 3pm and guests to arrive at Auckland International Airport (AKL) no later than 12:00pm.* DEPARTURE: Trip ends in Cairns at 8am and guests to depart from Cairns International Airport (CNS) at anytime.* IMPORTANT: Internal Flights from Auckland to Queenstown, Christchurch to Sydney, Sydney to Uluru (Ayers Rock) and Uluru (Ayers Rock) to Cairns are included on the Tour Package.* NOTE: On Day 9 between Christchurch to Sydney, a transfer to Christchurch airport is included. Upon arrival in Sydney, a shuttle service will be included from Sydney Airport to hotel. * PORTERAGE: Porterage is not included. Guests will be required to handle their own luggage throughout their tour.* NOTE: This Trip falls under LEVEL 2. Please review the Deposit, Payment and Cancellations fees policies on our website.
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