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15 Day South Pacific Highlights

Day 1 Sat. Los Angeles - This evening board your flight bound for Australia. Dx1

Day 2 Sun. In Flight Cross the international dateline and ‘lose’ a day.

Day 3 Mon. Arrive Cairns, Welcome Dinner
Today arrive in the tropical city of Cairns. Be met at the airport on arrival of one of our selected flights and transferred to your hotel, with the rest of the day at leisure. Perhaps start exploring this exciting city, or relax before tonight’s Welcome Dinner with your crew and fellow travelers.
Three Night Stay: The Hotel Cairns Bx1 Dx1

Day 4 Tue. Upolu Cay, Barrier Reef
Today you will discover the incredible beauty of the World Heritage-listed Great Barrier Reef. Stretching for over 1,250 miles, the Great Barrier Reef is visible from outer space and is composed of more than 2,800 individual reefs. Spend an unforgettable day at the magnificent Upolu Cay and reef edge. Swim, snorkel or join the glass-bottom boat to view the brilliantly colored coral, giant clams, tropical fish and other marine life. You’ll also enjoy a delicious tropical lunch while on board. Bx1 Lx1

Day 5 Wed. At Leisure in Cairns
Today is free for you to explore Queensland’s tropical north as you choose. Perhaps take an optional tour to Kuranda, a village deep in the heart of the rain forest. Here you have the opportunity to ride the Skyrail Cableway over the rain forest, visit the local markets or embark on a journey aboard the Kuranda Scenic Railway - passing over 40 bridges, tropical rain forest, rushing waterfalls and traveling through 15 tunnels (all at own expense). Bx1

Day 6 Thur. Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park, Sydney
Spend the morning at Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park. Meet and interact with the Tjapukai people as they demonstrate their ancient skills and knowledge of the natural world. This afternoon board your flight for Sydney, Australia’s largest city.
Three Night Stay: Sydney, Travelodge Wynyard Bx1

Day 7 Fri. Sydney Sights and Opera House Tour
Today tour Sydney, taking in all the iconic sightseeing highlights. Cruise around Sydney Harbour and visit the Opera House before exploring Sydney Wildlife World, where you’ll have the opportunity to get up close to koalas, kangaroos and other native animals. Visit an opal display and learn about these stunning Australian gemstones, then tonight enjoy 360° views of the city by night as you savor a delicious dinner at the Sydney Tower Restaurant. Bx1 Dx1

Day 8 Sat. At Leisure in Sydney
Today is yours to enjoy at leisure in Sydney. Perhaps join an optional sightseeing tour to the Hunter Valley, known for its wines, or maybe you might like to visit the Blue Mountains to see the Three Sisters rock formation (both own expense). If you decide to stay in the city, there’s plenty to see and do. Head to Oxford Street or Pitt Street Mall to discover the city’s fabulous shopping precincts; wander around the historic Rocks region; or spend an afternoon soaking up the atmosphere of Darling Harbour - the choice is yours and Sydney has something to cater to every taste. Bx1

Day 9 Sun. Queenstown, New Zealand
Today, transfer to the airport and board your flight for New Zealand and the city of Queenstown. You will be met on arrival at the airport and transferred to your hotel.
Three Night Stay: Queenstown, Copthorne Lake Front Resort Bx1

Day 10 Mon. Milford Sound Cruise
An amazing day in World Heritage-listed Fiordland National Park awaits today. Cruise the full length of incredible Milford Sound below towering Mitre Peak, past cascading waterfalls, dense rain forest and rugged mountains. Bx1 Lx1

Day 11 Tue. At Leisure in Queenstown, Walter Peak Dinner
Today is free to explore Queenstown. Perhaps take a jetboat or helicopter ride, play golf or enjoy a winery tour (all at own expense). This evening cruise on Lake Wakatipu aboard the TSS Earnslaw to the Walter Peak High Country Farm for a New Zealand farm experience and dinner. Bx1 Dx1

Day 12 Wed. Mt Cook, Christchurch
View spectacular scenery on the journey to Mt Cook National Park, home to Australasia’s highest peak, Mt Cook. Weather permitting, you might wish to take a ski plane flight for an incredible birds-eye view of this stunning region. The flight also includes a landing on a glacier - a truly unforgettable experience (own expense). After plenty of time to discover this stunning region for yourself, you will continue north to Christchurch.
Stay: Christchurch, Copthorne Central Hotel Bx1

Day 13 Thur. Christchurch, Rotorua
This morning take a tour of Christchurch, New Zealand’s Garden City. Afterwards, transfer to the airport for your flight to geothermal Rotorua. This afternoon you will visit the Agrodome and learn about New Zealand’s farming history, before enjoying a Maori Hangi feast and cultural performance this evening.
Stay: Rotorua, Heritage Hotel Bx1 Dx1

Day 14 Fri. Te Puia Thermal Reserve, Auckland
This morning tour Te Puia Thermal Reserve, where you will witness the power of geothermal energy, see boiling mud pools and watch exploding geysers. Afterwards, continue to Auckland, New Zealand’s largest city, with its beautiful harbor, dormant volcanoes and unique visitor attractions. Tonight enjoy a Farewell Dinner at The Observatory Restaurant.
Stay: Auckland, Skycity Hotel Bx1 Dx1

Day 15 Sat. Auckland, Los Angeles
This morning join a tour of Auckland. Afterwards the rest of the day is at leisure to relax or sneak in some last minute sightseeing, before your flight to North America. Bx1 Dx1

Dates: 2009 - April 11, June 13, July 11, Sept. 12, Oct. 10, Nov. 7,21, Dec. 19
2010 - Jan. 9, Feb. 6,20, March 6,20

Cost, per person double occupancy in US$:

*Land fare includes all Australian domestic flights and is based on Qantas as the international carrier. Fare will differ if other airlines are used.

**Lan with air includes all flightsfrom/to Los Angeles

#International seasonal air supplements: add $100 for Feb.-April, July, Sept.-Dec. 1, 2009, Feb.-April 2010. Add $550 for Dec. 22, 2009-Jan. 2010

Fuel surcharges are included and are subject to change. Departure and air taxes are not included and will be confirmed at time of final payment