World Explorer

Price Includes:

• International and domestic economy class flights with Qantas
• 26 nights 4-4.5* accommodation
• 7 days Hertz Group B car hire
• Tours as specified in itinerary
• Meals as specified in itinerary (L: Lunch, D: Dinner)

Itinerary

Day 1: Singapore
On arrival you will be met by a Tour East representative and transferred to your hotel.
2 Night Stay: Traders Hotel by Shangri-la.

Day 2: Half Day Singapore City Tour
Visit the Raffles Landing Site and then to an exhibition that traces the history of the Singapore River. Next is a stop at the Raffles Hotel to enjoy some traditional English afternoon tea and sample local delicacies. Continue with a bumboat cruise along the Singapore River. Step off at Clarke Quay and explore this riverside festival village.

Day 3: Singapore – Cairns
Today you will fly from Singapore to Cairns. Upon arrival in Cairns you will be transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is free to relax after your flight.
2 Night Stay: The Lakes Resort & Spa

Day 4: Kuranda, Scenic Railway, Skyrail and Tjapukai
Board the famous Kuranda Scenic Rail for a breathtaking journey on one of the most scenic rail journeys. On arrival in Kuranda there is free time to explore the village. This is the world’s most beautiful rainforest experience. Take a short walk to the fascinating Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park and discover this ancient culture through theatres, stage shows, craft demonstrations and the famous Tjapukai Dancers.

Day 5: Cairns – Port Douglas
This morning you will be transferred by coach to Port Douglas. The rest of the day is at leisure.
3 Night Stay: Mercure Port Douglas Treetops Resort

Day 6: Quicksilver Barrier Reef Cruise
Take a reef trip with Quicksilver to Agincourt ribbon reef, situated at the very outer edge of the Great Barrier Reef for your personal reef discovery. Ideal for both water lovers and non-swimmers your experience includes snorkelling, an underwater observatory and semi-submersible. All snorkelling equipment and tuition is provided as well as morning and afternoon tea and a tropical seafood lunch. Optional activities include helicopter flights, adventure snorkeling excursions with Marine Biologists and scuba diving for all levels. Scuba diving is a once in a lifetime experience for many and introductory diving for the first time novice is on offer as well as excellent diving for certified scuba divers. All are available at an additional cost. L                    

Day 7: Port Douglas
Your time in Port Douglas can be spent relaxing on beautiful Four Mile Beach, strolling along the village shops and galleries or dining in one of the many cafes and restaurants.

Days 8-9: Port Douglas – Ayers Rock
This morning fly from Cairns to Ayers Rock, upon arrival you will be transferred to your hotel. Included is an APT Uluru Tour Pass. This is a flexible pass that can be used over 3 days for sunrise and sunset walks, rock climb and Olgas walk. On one of your evenings you will be booked in to experience the Sound of Silence Dinner. You will be driven to a special location in the desert to enjoy canapés and a gourmet barbecue of Australian delicacies.
2 Night Stay: Voyages Desert Gardens. D (included on one night)

Day 10: Ayers Rock – Sydney
Depart Ayers Rock and fly to Sydney. You will be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel.
5 Night Stay: Four Points by Sheraton, Darling Harbour

Day 11: Captain Cook Morning Coffee Cruise
After breakfast (own expense) board one of the most famous of all the Sydney Harbour sightseeing tours. The cruise includes a light morning tea or coffee whilst enjoying the spectacular harbour views. The rest of the day is at leisure.

Day 12: Sydney Sightseeing and Bridge Climb
Today you will have the chance to climb the magnificent Sydney Harbour Bridge; this will be an unforgettable highlight of your trip to Sydney.
 
Day 13: Sydney
Today is free to explore the sights of Sydney.

Day 14: Blue Mountains and Australian Wildlife Tour
Today discover the spectacular Blue Mountains and see native wildlife. Explore World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains National Park. Enjoy a BBQ lunch before joining the optional Blue Mountain rides - Scenic Railway, Cableway or Skyway (own expense). You will enjoy an afternoon encounter at Koala Park and have your photo taken with a cuddly koala, see kangaroos, wombats, dingoes and cute little fairy penguins. You will arrive back in Sydney at approximately 5:30 pm. L      

Day 15: Sydney – Auckland
Depart Sydney and fly to Auckland. Collect your Hertz car and drive to the city.
2 Night Stay: Citylife Auckland

Day 16: Auckland
Visit Sky Tower for views of the city. This evening, take a dinner cruise on Auckland Harbour

Day 17: Auckland – Coromandel Peninsula
Depart Auckland and travel to the stunning Coromandel Peninsula. If the tide is right, visit Hot Water Beach for a soak in the heated sands.
Overnight: Grand Mercure Puka Park Lodge

Day 18: Coromandel Peninsula – Rotorua
Head inland to Rotorua arriving early afternoon.
2 Night Stay: Royal Lakeside Novotel Rotorua

Day 20: Rotorua
Explore Rotorua’s premier attractions using your Five Star Attraction Pass. This evening experience a traditional Maori Hangi and Concert. D       

Day 21: Rotorua – Auckland
Before making your way back to Auckland, visit the amazing Glow Worm Grotto and the Waitomo Caves.
Overnight: Citylife Auckland

Day 22: Auckland – Fiji
This afternoon depart Auckland and fly to Fiji. On arrival you will be met and transferred to your hotel.
4 Night Stay: Outrigger on the Lagoon

Days 23-25: Fiji – The Outrigger on the Lagoon
The Outrigger on the Lagoon Fiji offers everything you would expect a South Pacific Dream to be. Set amongst 40 acres of tropical landscaped gardens and grounds on the beach, it is in the heart of the Coral Coast with magnificent views out to sea. Free activities include sea kayaks and snorkelling.

Day 26: Fiji – Los Angeles
Depart Fiji and fly to Los Angeles. Spend the afternoon and evening discovering the glitz and glamour of the City of Angels.
Overnight: Crowne Plaza Beverly Hills

Day 27: Los Angeles
You will be transferred to Los Angeles airport for your flight home.