Itinerary
- Day 1
Auckland
You'll arrive in Auckland with rooms ready for check-in. This evening, head up to the Orbit Restaurant at SkyCity where you'll have dinner while taking in 360-degree views of the city spread out below.
- Meals
- Dinner (Welcome dinner at Orbit Restaurant with 360-degree views of Auckland)
Included Activities
- Welcome dinner at Orbit Restaurant
Optional Activities
- Sky Tower - enjoy views of Auckland, harbor, volcanoes, and landmarks ($50 USD and under)
Landmarks/POIs SkyCity Sky Tower - Day 2
Waiheke Island
Start the morning with an orientation tour covering Queen Street, Auckland Domain, and the historic streets of Parnell Village. Then you'll catch a ferry to Waiheke Island where you'll tour an olive grove and spend time at Stonyridge Vineyards for tastings and lunch. After returning to Auckland, the rest of your day is yours to explore at your own pace.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at Waiheke Island)
Included Activities
- Orientation tour of Auckland (Queen Street, Auckland Domain, Parnell Village)
- Ferry to Waiheke Island
- Olive grove tour
- Stonyridge Vineyards tour and wine tasting
- Lunch at Waiheke Island
Landmarks/POIs Queen Street Auckland Domain Parnell Village Waiheke Island Stonyridge Vineyards - Day 3
Auckland to Rotorua
You'll travel through the Waikato region to Waitomo Glowworm Caves for a guided tour and a silent boat trip through the Glowworm Grotto. From there, continue to Matamata for a guided walking tour of the Hobbiton movie set before heading on to Rotorua where you'll stay for two nights.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Waitomo Glowworm Caves
- Silent boat trip through Glowworm Grotto
- Guided walking tour of Hobbiton movie set
- Visit to Green Dragon Inn
Landmarks/POIs Waitomo Glowworm Caves Hobbiton Movie Set Green Dragon Inn Kaimai Mountain - Day 4
Rotorua
This morning, check out Te Puia thermal area to see New Zealand's largest geyser, boiling mud pools, and silica terraces. Later, head to Agrodome to learn about the sheep industry with shearing demonstrations and farm dog shows. By evening, you'll experience a traditional Hangi dinner with Maori storytelling, songs, dancing, and the famous Haka.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Traditional Hangi dinner with roasted meats and vegetables cooked underground with hot stones)
Included Activities
- Visit Te Puia thermal area
- Geyser viewing
- Boiling mud pools
- Silica terraces viewing
- Agrodome sheep shearing demonstration
- Farmyard nursery visit
- Farm dog demonstration
- Māori cultural experience with storytelling, songs, and Haka
- Traditional Hangi dinner in Wharenui
- Music and dancing entertainment
Optional Activities
- Rotorua Duck Tours - unique geothermal sightseeing on WWII amphibious vehicle (2h, $51-$100 USD)
Landmarks/POIs Te Puia Agrodome - Day 5
Rotorua to Queenstown
You'll fly to Queenstown and spend your day checking out restaurants, cafes, galleries, shops, spas, and wine tasting rooms. This evening, take a scenic gondola ride up to Bob's Peak for dinner with views of Queenstown, Lake Wakatipu, and the Remarkable Mountains.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner with views at Bob's Peak overlooking Queenstown, Lake Wakatipu, and the Remarkable Mountains)
Included Activities
- Scenic gondola ride to Bob's Peak
- Dinner at Bob's Peak with views of Queenstown, Lake Wakatipu, and Remarkable Mountains
Landmarks/POIs Bob's Peak Lake Wakatipu Remarkable Mountains - Day 6
Fiordland National Park
Travel into Fiordland National Park for a full day cruise on the fiord. You'll see sheer rock walls, dense rainforest, waterfalls, and glaciers while watching for dolphins, seals, and penguins. The boat heads back to Queenstown late this evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Cruise through Milford Sound/Fiordland
- Scenic fiord cruise with marine wildlife viewing
Landmarks/POIs Fiordland National Park Milford Sound - Day 7
Queenstown
You have the full day to yourself in Queenstown and the surrounding region. Spend it however you'd like, whether that's hiking, visiting shops, trying restaurants, or relaxing at your hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Jetboat ride on Dart River
- Local vineyard visit and wine tasting
- Additional activities available through MyGlobus and GlobusGO mobile app
Landmarks/POIs Dart River - Day 8
Queenstown to Melbourne
You'll fly across the Tasman Sea to Melbourne, arriving in Australia's cultural capital. Known for its restaurants, museums, shopping, and hidden laneways, the rest of your day is free to explore however you'd like.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Day 9
Melbourne
Your sightseeing includes Parliament House, the Shrine of Remembrance which honors Australia's war heroes, and a drive past the Royal Botanical Gardens. You'll get a guided tour of Fitzroy Gardens, visit Cook's Cottage, and enjoy high-tea lunch. The rest of the day is free for your own exploration.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (High-tea lunch)
Included Activities
- Parliament House visit
- Shrine of Remembrance visit
- Royal Botanical Gardens drive-past
- Guided tour of Fitzroy Gardens
- Cook's Cottage visit
- High-tea lunch
Landmarks/POIs Parliament House Shrine of Remembrance Royal Botanical Gardens Fitzroy Gardens Cook's Cottage - Day 10
Melbourne
You have the full day at leisure to explore Melbourne at your own pace. Take time to wander the multicultural neighborhoods, visit museums, or relax in one of the many cafes throughout the city.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Wine tasting tour in Yarra Valley
- Drive along Great Ocean Road to see the Twelve Apostles
- Phillip Island Penguin Parade visit
- Additional activities available through MyGlobus and GlobusGO mobile app
Landmarks/POIs Yarra Valley Great Ocean Road Twelve Apostles Phillip Island - Day 11
Melbourne to Cairns
You'll fly to Cairns, the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef. Dinner this evening is at a local restaurant where you can relax after your travels.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner at local restaurant)
Included Activities
- Dinner at local restaurant
- Day 12
Great Barrier Reef
Board a catamaran headed to the Outer Great Barrier Reef. You'll have options for how to spend your time out there: snorkel, take a semi-submersible tour to see the underwater world without getting wet, attend a marine biologist presentation, or simply relax on the boat. You'll return to Cairns in the late afternoon with the evening to yourself.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Catamaran cruise to Outer Great Barrier Reef
- Access to Great Barrier Reef for exploration
Optional Activities
- Snorkeling
- Semi-submersible watercraft tour
- Marine biologist presentation
Landmarks/POIs Great Barrier Reef - Day 13
Cairns
You have the full day to explore Cairns and the surrounding region however you choose. Consider checking out local markets, taking a nature walk, or visiting nearby attractions at a relaxed pace.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Trip to Daintree Forest, the world's oldest living rainforest, and Cape Tribulation
- Kuranda Scenic Railway ride
- Swimming or relaxation at resort pool
- Shopping and galleries on Cairns Esplanade
- Night Markets for dining and souvenirs
- Additional activities available through MyGlobus and GlobusGO mobile app
Landmarks/POIs Daintree Forest Cape Tribulation Kuranda Scenic Railway Cairns Esplanade Night Markets - Day 14
Cairns to Sydney
You'll fly to Sydney, Australia's largest and oldest city. The harbor, beaches, iconic Opera House, and mix of history from its convict past to modern skyscrapers await. Take the evening to settle in and explore neighborhoods, shops, galleries, gardens, or try some local dining.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Day 15
Sydney
Start with a guided tour inside the iconic Sydney Opera House to see the theaters and interiors. Then head to Mrs Macquarie's Chair in the Botanic Garden for great harbor photo opportunities. Later, go to Manly Beach to explore shops or walk along the sand. Take a ferry back to Circular Quay at your own pace to catch some of Sydney's best views.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Sydney Opera House interiors and theaters
- Visit to Mrs Macquarie's Chair
- Manly Beach visit
- Ferry ride to Circular Quay
Landmarks/POIs Sydney Opera House Mrs Macquarie's Chair Manly Beach Circular Quay Botanic Garden - Day 16
Sydney
You have the full day at leisure to explore Sydney however you'd like. This evening, celebrate with a special farewell dinner at a waterside restaurant with views overlooking Sydney Harbour.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell dinner at waterside restaurant overlooking Sydney Harbour)
Included Activities
- Farewell dinner at waterside restaurant overlooking Sydney Harbour
Optional Activities
- Optional excursion to Blue Mountains
- Hunter Valley wine region tour
- Sydney Harbour Bridge Climb ($150+ USD)
- Additional activities available through MyGlobus and GlobusGO mobile app
Landmarks/POIs Blue Mountains Hunter Valley Sydney Harbour Bridge - Day 17
Sydney to Fiji
You'll fly across the Tasman Sea to Fiji for three nights in this tropical paradise. After arriving in Nadi, you'll transfer to your resort on the Coral Coast. The rest of your day is at leisure to settle in and enjoy the surroundings.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Transfer to Coral Coast resort
Landmarks/POIs Great Astrolabe Reef - Day 18
Fiji
You have the full day at your resort with plenty of options. Try the pool, watch Fijian handicraft demonstrations, go kayaking or paddleboarding, enjoy a sunset with a cool drink, or try some underwater activities.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Swimming in resort pool
- Fijian handicraft demonstration
- Kayaking
- Paddleboarding
- Sunset activities
- Underwater adventures/snorkeling
- Additional activities available through MyGlobus and GlobusGO mobile app
- Day 19
Fiji
This morning, cruise up the Sigatoka River on a custom-built safari jet boat to visit an authentic Fijian village. You'll participate in a kava ceremony, tour around, and enjoy a traditional Fijian lunch with singing and dancing. Return to your resort where the rest of the day is free to relax on the beaches or try local food.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Traditional Fijian lunch)
Included Activities
- Sigatoka River cruise on safari jet boat
- Visit to authentic Fijian village
- Kava ceremony
- Village tour
- Traditional Fijian lunch
- Traditional Fijian singing and dancing entertainment
Landmarks/POIs Sigatoka River - Day 20
Fiji
Your vacation concludes after breakfast this morning. Pack up and prepare for departure, taking one last look at the tropical paradise before you head home.
- Meals
- Breakfast
