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South Pacific Sampler
| | Globus Tours - Land Discount with Air: 10% |
| Land only discount: 10% |
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Tour Operator |
Globus |
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Tour Code |
PG |
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Vacation Quality |
First Class |
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Vacation Type |
Escorted Tour |
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Number of Days |
15 |
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Starting Price |
$3439 (Select Dates) * |
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Single Supplement |
$873 |
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Triple room disc. |
$97 |
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Countries Visited |
Australia
Fiji
New Zealand
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City Highlights |
Auckland, Cairns, Christchurch, Melbourne, Queenstown, Rotorua, Sydney |
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CAIRNS: Aboriginal dinner and show; Great Barrier Reef cruise with choice of activities; Welcome Dinner
MELBOURNE: Sightseeing tour; visit Fitzroy Gardens, an opal company, and wildife park; witness the Penguin Parade
SYDNEY: Sightseeing tour; visit the Opera House, botanical gardens, and Bondi Surf Bathers Life Saving Club; dinner cruise
CHRISTCHURCH: Sightseeing tour
QUEENSTOWN: Visit Fiordland National Park and cruise on Milford Sound; Farewell Dinner
ALL INTRA-TOUR FLIGHTS
INSIDE VISITS
Inside visits and special features are shown in UPPERCASE in the tour description, including admission charges when applicable.
MEALS
American breakfast daily (B); 1 lunch (L); and 6 dinners (D), including a Welcome Dinner in Cairns, a dinner cruise on Sydney Harbour, and a special Farewell Dinner in Queenstown.
AIRPORT TRANSFERS
Airport transfers are included when you make your flight arrangements with Globus.
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Day 1-2: Fly to Australia. (Fri. & Sat.)
Board your transpacific flight and skip a day as you cross the International Date Line.
Day 3: Arrival in Cairns, Australia. (Sun.)
Gday and welcome to Australia! Cairns is the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef, one of the seven natural wonders of the world. This evening, your Tour Director hosts a special WELCOME DINNER at your hotel. (B,D)
Day 4: Cairns. Great Barrier Reef Cruise. (Mon.)
Board a fast catamaran for a CRUISE to Green Island, one of the many tropical islands on Australias famous Great Barrier Reef. Here you can choose to snorkel, take a GLASS BOTTOM BOAT TOUR, or walk through the islands cool rainforest. This afternoon, your Tour Director can assist you with a variety of optional activities, including crocodile spotting. Tonight, dinner will be held at TJAPUKAI ABORIGINAL CULTURAL PARK”an interactive and entertaining portrayal of the culture, dance, and folklore of this indigenous tribe. (B,D)
Day 5: Cairns-Melbourne. (Tue.)
Morning at leisure in this tropical paradise. For a truly amazing rainforest experience, consider our optional trip to Kuranda via the old scenic rail route. See magnificent scenery, lush rainforests, and twisting waterfalls from the comfort of a restored, historic mountain train. Later today, fly to Melbourne, Australias second-largest city. (B)
Day 6: Melbourne. (Wed.)
Todays tour includes landmarks such as Parliament House and the Shrine of Remembrance, a tribute to Australias war heroes. Visit beautiful FITZROY GARDENS and then drive past the lush Royal Botanical Gardens. Youll soon discover the differing architectural influences of this city as you see the Victorian Arts Centre and other buildings of significance. Also stop at one of the countrys leading OPAL COMPANIES to discover how the beautiful gems are mined. For a unique dining experience, join an optional outing on board a historic tramcar restaurant as it winds its way through the streets of Melbourne. Later this afternoon, visit a local WILDLIFE PARK to see koalas and kangaroos. Then, continue on to Phillip Island to see the world-famous PENGUIN PARADE from an exclusive viewing platform. (B,D)
Day 7: Melbourne-Sydney. (Thu.)
Fly to Sydney, one of the worlds most beautiful cities. Your sightseeing this afternoon includes a visit to the SYDNEY OPERA HOUSE and its amazing interior and theaters, as well as a great photo stop at Mrs. Macquaries Chair, located in the citys BOTANICAL GARDENS and offering sweeping views of the harbor, Opera House, and Harbour Bridge. Feel like a local while touring the world-famous BONDI SURF BATHERS LIFE SAVING CLUB and enjoy a lifesaving demonstration! Todays highlight is a special dinner at a waterfront restaurant with fantastic views of Sydney. (B,D)
Day 8: Sydney. (Fri.)
A full day at leisure for your own discoveries. Perhaps join one of our optional excursions, including an adventure to the Blue Mountains for a wilderness experience or an excursion to the Hunter Valley, one of Australias leading wine growing regions. You can even climb to the top of Sydneys Harbour Bridge! (B)
Day 9: Sydney. (Sat.)
Another day at leisure for your own discoveries. The choice is yours and your Tour Director will have suggestions to help you make the most of this exciting city. Tonight, enjoy a sumptuous sunset DINNER CRUISE on one of Sydneys most prestigious cruise ships. (B,D)
Day 10: Sydney-Christchurch, New Zealand. (Sun.)
Haere Mai”welcome to New Zealand! The remainder of the day is at leisure in this internationally famed œGarden City. (B)
Day 11: Christchurch. (Mon.)
Enjoy sightseeing with a drive up the winding Summit Road for views of Lyttleton Harbour, then past Christchurchs old stone buildings, the charming Avon River, and acres of green parks. (B)
Day 12: Christchurch-Queenstown. (Tue.)
Today, enjoy fantastic views as you journey through the snowcapped peaks, waterfalls, and rugged mountain scenery of New Zealands Southern Alps. Later, arrive in Queenstown, nicknamed the œAdventure Capital of the World. (B)
Day 13: Queenstown. Cruise on Milford Sound. (Wed.)
More beautiful scenery today as you travel into FIORDLAND NATIONAL PARK through the Homer Tunnel to Milford Sound. Boasting some of the most breathtaking scenery in the world, this region of New Zealand has the elite status of belonging to UNESCOs World Heritage Parks. CRUISE on the fiord with sheer rock walls rising thousands of feet from the waters great depths. (B,L)
Day 14: Queenstown. (Thu.)
A full day at leisure for your own discovery. Consider an optional visit to a local vineyard and sample some of the prize vintages or maybe a thrilling jetboat ride on the Kawarau and Shotover Rivers. Your Tour Director will have suggestions to help you plan your day to explore, shop, and enjoy optional activities. This evening, your Tour Director hosts a FAREWELL DINNER at Walter Peak, including a cruise aboard a vintage steamship on stunning Lake Wakatipu. (B,D)
Day 15: Homebound Flight. (Fri.)
Your homebound flight arrives the same day. (B) |
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Land & Air and Land Only prices are based on per person in a double occupancy room. Single (Land & Air) and Single (Land Only) prices are based on per person in a single room. Land & Air prices are based from Los Angeles/San Francisco (LAX/SFO), for air supplement prices from your departure airport please call us toll-free at 1-800-935-2620. Taxes are not included on the listed prices.
| Touring Date |
Land & Air |
Land Only |
Single
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Single
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| Jan 04 - Jan 18, 2008 | $5072 | $3439 | $5945 | $4312 | | Feb 01 - Feb 15, 2008 | $4769 | $3439 | $5642 | $4312 | | Feb 22 - Mar 07, 2008 | $4769 | $3439 | $5642 | $4312 | | Mar 14 - Mar 28, 2008 | $4769 | $3439 | $5642 | $4312 | | Apr 11 - Apr 25, 2008 | $4769 | $3439 | $5642 | $4312 | | May 09 - May 23, 2008 | $4612 | $3439 | $5485 | $4312 | | Jul 25 - Aug 08, 2008 | $4612 | $3439 | $5485 | $4312 | | Aug 08 - Aug 22, 2008 | $4632 | $3459 | $5505 | $4332 | | Sep 12 - Sep 26, 2008 | $4632 | $3459 | $5505 | $4332 | | Sep 19 - Oct 03, 2008 | $4632 | $3459 | $5505 | $4332 | | Oct 10 - Oct 24, 2008 | $4789 | $3459 | $5662 | $4332 | | Oct 24 - Nov 07, 2008 | $4789 | $3459 | $5662 | $4332 | | Nov 07 - Nov 21, 2008 | $4789 | $3459 | $5662 | $4332 | | Dec 05 - Dec 19, 2008 | $4789 | $3459 | $5662 | $4332 |
* All prices are subject to change without notice and at any time by the tour operators. Availability is limited and must be reconfirmed at time of booking. Please call us toll free at 1-800-935-2620 to confirm availability and current pricing on all our discounted specials. The prices on this website are not guaranteed until a deposit has been made. We are not responsible for errors, omissions, or changes in these prices until a booking has been confirmed by one of our agents.
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