Highlights of New Zealand and Australia

Welcome to New Zealand! Upon arrival at the Auckland International Airport, you will be transferred to your hotel for check-in.




Overnight in Auckland

This morning you will head on a half-day tour of Auckland. Auckland is set on 53 dormant volcanic cones, and it is New Zealand's largest and busiest city. The morning tour is a journey of discovery designed to explore the history and sights as well as see how Aucklanders live and play. This small group tour gives an insight into the Māori history of the area and the legends and stories behind some of the place names. Travel up Queen Street, through Auckland's central business district, past Auckland University to the inner-city park, known as the Domain. Continue through the picturesque suburb of Ponsonby, with its historic buildings before heading over the Harbour Bridge to Auckland's North Shore. Stroll on one of our beautiful white sand beaches, where there is time for a coffee, before continuing up to the summit of Mt Victoria with its stunning panoramic views of Auckland City and historic Devonport. Then travel back over the Harbour Bridge to view Westhaven Marina, one of the largest marinas in the Southern Hemisphere. Enjoy the rest of your day at leisure


Overnight in Auckland

Today you will discover the rich cultural heritage of New Zealand along with the geothermal wonderland of Rotorua. Your tour will also take you to the famous glowworm caves of Waitomo. Depart Auckland in the morning to travel the breathtaking farmlands of the Waikato and King Country regions as you listen to the commentary from your driver guide. Learn about the history of the region as you pass by sites of interest such as Rangiriri, the site of a major battle in the Maori Land Wars in 1863. Your first stop will be in the small town of Waitomo, where you will head on a 45-minute guided tour through the world-famous Waitomo Caves. Travel through these underground limestone caverns, discovered in 1887, and find out how the incredible stalactites, stalagmites, and other fascinating rock formations were formed over a period of 30 million years. Your tour will end with a short yet magical boat ride through the Glowworm Grotto — a subterranean cavern illuminated by thousands of tiny glowworms. After that you will visit Rotorua, in the heart of the Central North Island. Visit the Maori Arts and Crafts Institute and Te Puia's marae (meeting house) where you will receive a traditional welcome and an invitation to see a Maori cultural performance, where ancient and modern stories will be told through songs, dance, poi, and stick games. You will develop an understanding of this unique culture and history as you are entertained by the talented and charismatic performers. You will be transfered back to Auckland by the end of the tour.


Overnight in Auckland.

* We recommend wearing comfortable walking shoes and bringing a warm jacket for the Waitomo Glowworm Caves guided tour.

Spend the morning at leisure. In the afternoon, you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Christchurch. Upon arrival in Christchurch, you will be transferred to your hotel for check-in. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure or book an optional tour. 


Overnight in Christchurch

Hop on your coach for a half-day tour of Christchurch. The trip will start by covering the central city highlights including the botanical gardens, the Museum and Art Centre, the Avon River, the Bridge of Remembrance, the city's new pop-up container mall, and many other highlights. As you leave the inner city, the coach will take you to Mona Vale and its historic homestead and gardens. You will travel up to the Sign of the Takahe, a historic building boasting breathtaking views of the city, the Canterbury Plains, and the Southern Alps, and make your way over the Port Hills to the Port of Lyttleton. Travel through the harbour tunnel to the seaside suburb of Sumner and the cave rock before returning to the central city and the hotel. Spend the rest of the day at leisure. 


Overnight in Christchurch

Today you will board you coach and head to Queenstown. There will be short breaks along the way.


Overnight in Queenstown

Spend the day at leisure or pre-book one of the following optional tours.




Overnight in Queenstown

Spend the day at leisure or pre-book one of the following optional tours.




Overnight in Queenstown

In the morning you will check out from your hotel, and, at the arranged time, you will be transferred to the Queenstown International Airport for your flight to Melbourne. Upon arrival in Melbourne, you will be transferred to your hotel for check-in. Spend the rest of the day at leisure to explore the city at your own pace.


Overnight in Melbourne

Welcome to Melbourne, a city known for its charming gardens, vibrant restaurant and café scene, captivating arcades and laneways, and thriving arts culture. Explore the elegance and relaxed atmosphere of this city, which is also home to world-class sporting events like the Australian Open Tennis, Aussie Rules football, Melbourne Cup, and the iconic MCG! Experience the best of Melbournes city sights on our captivating tour. Explore the elegance of Collins Streets Paris end and admire the Old Treasury Buildings and Parliament House. Marvel at the beauty of St. Patricks Cathedral and experience the tranquility both of the cathedral and its surrounding gardens. Sports enthusiasts will be thrilled to see the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) forecourt including the famous Shane Warne statue. Discover the charm of East Melbournes ornate Victorian terraced homes and head northeast to Little Italy, where youll be surrounded by a multitude of restaurants and boutique shops. Marvel at the exquisite architecture of the UNESCO heritage-listed Royal Exhibition Building & cross over the Yarra River to reach Southbank before journeying into South Melbourne and cruising along the shores of Port Phillip Bay. 



Stretch your legs & enjoy a photo stop at Luna Park in St Kilda before visiting Melbournes Shrine of Remembrance, where visitors can pay their respects and honour the sacrifices made by Australian soldiers while enjoying extraordinary views. Immerse yourself in nature & relax during a visit to the Royal Botanic Gardens where well visit the Ornamental Lake, home to various water birds and surrounded by stunning botanical displays. Throughout your tour, enjoy Go West Tours unique “Journey Through Time” a curated historic photographs presentation, which is accessible only via the QR code provided by our informative & friendly tour guide. Youll love learning about Melbournes history & having the opportunity to compare the Melbourne of yesteryear with the modern city we explore today


Overnight in Melbourne

Spend the day at leisure or pre-book one of the following optional tours.




Overnight in Melbourne

This morning you will be picked up and transferred to the Melbourne International Airport for your flight to Cairns. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel via airport shuttle. Enjoy the rest of your day at leisure.




Overnight in Cairns

Spend the day at leisure or pre-book one of the following optional tours.




Overnight in Cairns

Spend the day at leisure or pre-book one of the following optional tours.




Overnight in Cairns

This morning, at the arranged time, you will be picked up and transferred to the Cairns Airport for your flight to Sydney. Upon arrival in Sydney, make your own way to the hotel (transfer will not be included). Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.




Overnight in Sydney

Join a hop-on hop-off sightseeing tour by double-decker bus to discover the highlights of Sydney and Bondi Beach. Enjoy unobstructed views and recorded onboard commentary as you travel along two routes to top destinations like Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney Opera House, Darling Harbour, and Bondi Beach. Go in-depth at any given place by simply hopping off the bus to explore. You can experience Sydney and Bondi's most noteworthy attractions at your own pace with your ticket which is valid for 24 hours.


Overnight in Sydney

Spend the day at leisure or pre-book an optional tour.




Overnight in Sydney

In the morning, at the arranged time, you will be picked up and transferred to the Sydney International Airport for your flight back home.