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Day 1    February 08, 2012
Welcome aboard! Today enter the world of Airtours Holidays as you begin your memorable journey the Land down under – Australia. Arrive Melbourne – the sporting and cultural capital of Australia

Today, you are off on your exciting tour to Australia. Get set as you board your flight to the most spectacular part of the world. Arrive Melbourne, where upon arrival you will be met by our professional and experienced tour manager in the arrival area outside the customs hall. After a panoramic city tour of Melbourne check in to your hotel and relax. The rest of the day is at leisure for you to relax in the comforts of your hotel.

Day 3    February 10, 2012
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. 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.

After an American breakfast at the hotel, we transfer you to the airport for your flight to Cairns. 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. Proceed for lunch to an Indian restaurant. Check in to the hotel.

Day 5    February 12, 2012
An unforgettable experience to Green Island – a beautiful coral cay on Australia’s Great Barrier Reef.

After an American breakfast at the hotel, we check out and proceed to the airport to board your flight to Sydney. On arrival we check in to the hotel. Tonight, get set for the time of your life on board the Showboat dinner cruise.

After an American breakfast at the hotel, proceed on an exciting guided city tour of Sydney. Visit the famous Sydney Tower, the tallest tower in the southern hemisphere, 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. Also included is a guided tour of one the worlds’ most spectacular landmarks – the Sydney Opera House.

Today after an American breakfast in your hotel, you can relax in the comforts of your room or explore this beautiful city on your own.

After an American breakfast this morning, check out of the hotel and board the Trans Alpine Express for Arthur’s Pass. On this train ride you will pass through the most scenic sights of South Island. Arrive Franz Josef and check into your hotel. Enjoy lunch at an Indian restaurant. Evening is free to experience the scenic views here.

After an American breakfast at the hotel check out and drive to Queenstown via the Haast Pass. En route visit the puzzling world at Wanaka. Enjoy lunch. On arrival into Queenstown 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.

After an American breakfast at the hotel, travel via Te Anau through the awe-inspiring Homer Tunnel and the stunning glaciercarved 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 Indian lunch on board the cruise. Experience the untouched paradise of Milford Sound and explore the natural wonders and history surrounding this deep fjord.

This morning after an American breakfast, the day is free for you to either relax in the comforts of your hotel or explore this beautiful city on your own..

This morning after an American breakfast in your hotel, transfer to the airport to board your flight to Rotorua. Visit the Te Puia Thermal Reserve where you can wander around the bubbling mud pools and see the famous ‘Pohutu’ Geyser. Proceed for lunch to an Indian restaurant. 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.

This morning after an American breakfast, check out of your hotel and proceed to Auckland. On the way, we take you to 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. Then sit back and relax in your coach as we drive you to Auckland. Enjoy a buffet lunch at The Big Apple Restaurant and Orchards.