Highlights of the South Pacific with Fiji - 2023
Duration: 1 Nights
Physical rating: None
Tour Operator: Cosmos
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Tour Overview
Experience the best of Australia and New Zealand on an unforgettable tour filled with fascinating wildlife, dramatic scenery, and the region’s favorite cities.In New Zealand, float by boat through the Waitomo caves under thousands of glowworms, visit the picturesque farm that brought the Hobbiton movie set of The Lord of the Rings trilogy to life, and find inspiration from the majestic beauty of Fiordland National Park, where you’ll cruise the stunning Milford Sound to experience its pristine natural setting. Visit Te Puia, home to New Zealand’s largest geyser, bubbling mud pools and silica terraces and experience all that Queenstown offers as the “Adventure Capital of the World.”From Cairns, a full-day excursion takes you to the Great Barrier Reef to snorkel or to take a semi-submersible watercraft tour of the famous underwater world. You’ll also visit Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures for a guided tour to see native animals, including Cassowary, Wallaby, Quoll, and Crocodiles. Tour the world-famous Opera House in Sydney and enjoy a spectacular harbor cruise. From Sydney, it’s off to Fiji to enjoy leisure time. Throughout this Australia and New Zealand tour, Globus has also arranged out-of-the-ordinary adventures to make your vacation unique. For example, learn about the Maori culture during a special Hangi dinner and Maori cultural performance. Or how about a wine-tasting and tour on beautiful Waiheke Island near Auckland?From the South Pacific’s must-sees to its hidden gems, this vacation is sure to leave you with priceless memories for a lifetime.
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Itinerary
Day 1 Arrive In Auckland, New Zealand
Location: Arrive In Auckland, New Zealand
Meals: Dinner
Welcome to Auckland! Hotel check-in available upon arrival. A pre-night is not required for early check-in. Schedule flights to arrive by 4:30 pm in time for a welcome meeting and dinner.
Day 2 Auckland. Excursion To Waiheke Island
Location: Auckland. Excursion To Waiheke Island
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
AUCKLAND Guided sightseeing includes Queen Street, Auckland Domain (Auckland’s oldest park), and historic Parnell Village. Ferry crossing to Waiheke Island. Free time this evening. WAIHEKE ISLAND Guided sightseeing of the island includes a visit to an olive grove, plus a tour, tasting, and lunch at a LF local vineyard.
Day 3 Auckland–Waitomo–Matamata–Rotorua
Location: Auckland–Waitomo–Matamata–Rotorua
Meals: Breakfast
Scenic drive through the pastoral region of Waikato en route to Waitomo. WAITOMO Sightseeing with Local Guide at the Waitomo Glowworm Caves includes a boat trip through the Glowworm Grotto. MATAMATA Guided tour of The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit Hobbiton movie set includes the hobbit holes, the Green Dragon Inn, and structures built for the filming. Continue to Rotorua. ROTORUA Free time this evening.
Day 4 Rotorua
Location: Rotorua
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
ROTORUA Guided sightseeing includes Te Puia with its geysers, boiling mudpools, and silica terraces. Visit Rainbow Springs Nature Park to see native bush and wildlife including the shy Kiwi bird. Free time this afternoon. In the evening, enjoy a traditional LF Hangi dinner (roasted meats and vegetables cooked underground with hot stones), followed by an authentic Máori (indigenous Polynesian people) cultural performance with singing, dancing, and storytelling. ENHANCE YOUR FREE TIME in Rotorua with a flightseeing excursion over volcanoes, lakes, and mountains. This and many more options throughout your tour are available for purchase with MyGlobus. Get local maps and tips for free time on your GlobusGO mobile app.
Day 5 Rotorua–Queenstown
Location: Rotorua–Queenstown
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Fly to Queenstown.QUEENSTOWN A scenic gondola ride to the top of Bob’s Peak includes dinner with amazing views of Coronet Peak, The Remarkable Mountains, Lake Wakatipu, and Queenstown.
Day 6 Queenstown. Excursion To Milford Sound
Location: Queenstown. Excursion To Milford Sound
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
MILFORD SOUND Full-day sightseeing in Fiordland National Park (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) includes a scenic cruise on Milford Sound with the chance to see marine wildlife, waterfalls, glaciers, and rainforest. Late evening return to Queenstown. Please note that the excursion to Milford Sound may happen on Day 7 depending on weather and road conditions today.
Day 7 Queenstown
Location: Queenstown
Meals: Breakfast
QUEENSTOWN Free day.
Day 8 Queenstown–Melbourne, Australia
Location: Queenstown–Melbourne, Australia
Meals: Breakfast
Fly to Melbourne. MELBOURNE Free time the remainder of the day.
Day 9 Melbourne
Location: Melbourne
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
MELBOURNE Guided sightseeing includes Parliament House, the Shrine of Remembrance, Queen Victoria Market, and beautiful Fitzroy Gardens. A ride on the LF Melbourne Star Observation Wheel includes a sparkling drink, appetizers, and views of Melbourne and the bay. Free time the remainder of the day.
Day 10 Melbourne
Location: Melbourne
Meals: Breakfast
MELBOURNE Free day.
Day 11 Melbourne–Cairns
Location: Melbourne–Cairns
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Fly to Cairns, “Gateway to the Great Barrier Reef.”CAIRNS Visit to Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures includes kangaroos, wombats, echidnas, and more native species. LF Have your photo taken with a koala or a crocodile. Dinner this evening at a local restaurant.
Day 12 Cairns. Excursion To The Outer Great Barrier Reef
Location: Cairns. Excursion To The Outer Great Barrier Reef
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
OUTER GREAT BARRIER REEF Scenic catamaran cruise to the Outer Great Barrier Reef (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) includes the option of snorkeling, a glass-bottom-boat tour, an underwater observatory, and watching a fish feeding. CAIRNS Free time this evening.
Day 13 Cairns
Location: Cairns
Meals: Breakfast
CAIRNS Free day.
Day 14 Cairns–Sydney
Location: Cairns–Sydney
Meals: Breakfast
Fly to Sydney SYDNEY Free time the remainder of the day.
Day 15 Sydney
Location: Sydney
Meals: Breakfast
SYDNEY Sightseeing includes a tour of the Sydney Opera House (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) with a Local Guide. See the financial district, Mrs Macquarie’s Chair, the botanic gardens, and the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Visit to world-famous Manly Beach includes free time, followed by ferry crossing to Sydney Harbour. Free time this evening.
Day 16 Sydney
Location: Sydney
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
SYDNEY Free day before a farewell dinner at a waterfront restaurant this evening. ENHANCE YOUR FREE TIME in Sydney with a guided climb to the top of the Sydney Harbour Bridge. This and many more options throughout your tour are available for purchase with MyGlobus. Get local maps and tips for free time on your GlobusGO mobile app.
Day 17 Sydney–Nadi, Fiji–Coral Coast
Location: Sydney–Nadi, Fiji–Coral Coast
Meals: Breakfast
Fly to Nadi, Fiji. Transfer to your resort on the Coral Coast.CORAL COAST Free time the remainder of the day.
Day 18 Coral Coast
Location: Coral Coast
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
CORAL COAST This morning’s highlight is a half-day Sigatoka River Safari. Be transported into the heart and soul of Fiji, aboard a custom-built jet boat. Cruise your way up the magnificent Sigatoka River to visit an authentic Fijian village and experience a day in the life of the real “Kaiviti” (Fijian). The remainder of your day is yours to explore the beautiful beaches or perhaps sample some local cuisine. NOTE: If your included sightseeing is schedule to take place on a Sunday, it will operate on Monday instead. Your Local Host will have full details upon your arrival.
Day 19 Coral Coast
Location: Coral Coast
Meals: Breakfast
. CORAL COAST Today is at leisure. Make sure to check the daily activities offered at your resort. You may wish to take a dip in the pool, enjoy a Fijian handicraft demonstration, spend some time in the water with kayaks or paddleboards, or simply enjoy an amazing sunset with a cool tropical drink.
Day 20 Coral Coast – Nadi
Location: Coral Coast – Nadi
Meals: Breakfast
Transfer from the Coral Coast to Nadi International Airport where your vacation ends.
What's Included
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Meals
19 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 5 dinners
Your Peace of Mind Options
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Low Deposit
Cosmos requires a deposit of 200 GBP to secure a place on this tour, and the final balance is not due till 60 days before departure..
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Secure payments
All payments to TourHub are deposited into an externally regulated Trust account.