New Year’s Eve in Australia & New Zealand

Name: Getting familiar with the Down under!
Item: New Year’s Eve in Australia & New Zealand
Rating: 5
Author: Tim

22 days | 25 days with Fiji extension

Group size: 15–35 travelers

Reviews: 4.7 out of 5 stars
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Say hello to a new year with festivities in sparkling Sydney.

From the Great Barrier Reef and rugged Australian Outback to the sheep-dotted New Zealand plains and its cliff-lined fjords, the Land Down Under features a lineup of dramatic landscapes. In-between outdoor adventures and celebrating the new year, you’ll discover sophisticated cities and an irresistible spirit.

Your tour package includes

19 nights in handpicked hotels
19 breakfasts
3 lunches
6 dinners with beer or wine, including a special New Year’s Eve dinner and Champagne toast
1 tasting
13 sightseeing tours
Expert Tour Director & local guides
Private deluxe motor coach
5 on-tour flights

Included highlights

Sydney Opera House
New Year’s Eve in Sydney
Great Barrier Reef
Uluru
Milford Sound
Glowworm Caves
Bob’s Peak
Kiwi Wildlife Park
Kiwi home-hosted dinner
Auckland’s Sky Tower

Itinerary

Overnight Flight

Day 1: Travel day

Cross the International Date Line in flight and “lose” a day.

Day 2: Travel day

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Reviews

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Getting familiar with the Down under!

2nd-time traveler Tim, traveled in Dec 2023

E have pictures of Australia, New Zealand and Fiji. Fabulous time!!

Down Under

1st-time traveler Dennis, traveled in Dec 2023

The glow worm cave was a waste of time. The dinner The last night in New Zealand is the way all of dinners provided by you should be. To much food wasted at others. The hotel room in Melbourne was to small. Ronan was outstanding. Over all it was great. 1 more. Or new years eve ...

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1st-time traveler George, traveled in Dec 2022

Our tour director Luke was very knowledgeable in all aspects of all places, air travel, bus travel, local things and anything else. I made friends from California and NC. After the good experience with this company I have made reservations for Ireland in May and Italy in...

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Thank you so much for your review. We are so glad to hear that you had a fantastic time on tour and that Luke helped make it that much more...

Great experience

1st-time traveler Meredith, traveled in Dec 2018

I had a great experience on this tour. My tour director was very detailed and took the time to get to know each person that went on the tour. I will definitely book another tour through this company soon.

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Hotels

We handpick every hotel to strike the balance of comfort, location, and local charm. Specific accommodations will vary based on your departure date, but these are frequently used hotels for this tour and we're confident you'll be satisfied.

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Mercure Sydney

This deluxe hotel is located in Sydney's central business district. Guests enjoy spacious rooms, rooftop pool, and fitness center. Nearby you'll find Sydney Opera House, Chinatown, and the Powerhouse Museum.

Pacific Hotel Cairns

This centrally located hotel is located on the Cairns Esplanade. Guests enjoy a heated pool, free Wi-Fi, and a restaurant. Nearby, you’ll find the Esplanade Lagoon, Pacific Ocean, and Trinity Harbour.

Desert Gardens Hotel

This scenic hotel is located within view of Uluru. Guests enjoy an art gallery, sprawling gardens, and free Wi-Fi. Nearby, you’ll find scenic lookouts, the Red Ochre Spa, and resort shops.

Rendezvous Hotel Melbourne

This historic and elegant hotel is located in the central business district of Melbourne off of Flinders Street. Guests enjoy the on-site restaurant, bar, and views of the city. Nearby you'll find the Southbank Promenade, the...

Distinction Luxmore Hotel Lake Te Anau

This comfortable hotel is located in Te Anu. Guests enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness center, and hotel bar. Nearby, you'll find the waterfront and Fiordland National Park Visitor Centre.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Queenstown

This contemporary hotel is located steps away from Lake Wakatipu in Queenstown. Guests enjoy the outdoor terrace, fitness center, and bar featuring local craft beers and Otago wines. Nearby you'll find Queenstown Hill...

Millennium Hotel Rotorua

This eco-friendly hotel is located next to Lake Rotorua. Guests enjoy a heated pool, spa, and free Wi-Fi. Nearby, you’ll find geothermal parklands, Te Puia Maori Arts and Crafts, and Government Gardens.

Rydges Auckland

This vibrant hotel is located downtown. Guests enjoy an on-site coffee house, a gym, and restaurant. Nearby, you'll find Albert Park, the New Zealand Maritime Museum, and Sky Tower.

Shangri-La Yanuca Island

This picturesque hotel is located on the private island of Yanuca in Fiji. Guests enjoy the 9-hole golf course, multiple swimming pools, and the spa. Nearby you'll find several beaches, restaurants, and the Garden of the...

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Flights

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