Down Under Discovery

Down Under Discovery

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$9231

Down Under Discovery

20 Days Starting in Auckland, New Zealand and ending in Sydney, Australia

Visiting: Auckland, Rotorua, Mount Cook, Mount Cook Area, Milford Sound, Queenstown, Melbourne, Uluru, Great Barrier Reef, Cairns, Sydney

Tour operator:

Globus

Tour code:

PS-2025

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

Medium

Tour operated in:

English

Trip Styles:

Adventure Tours

Interests:

Cultural, Wildlife Tours

From: $9670 $9231 Operator discount: -$439

NB: Prices correct on 24-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Embark on the "Down Under Discovery" tour, an exhilarating journey through the breathtaking landscapes and vibrant cultures of Australia and New Zealand. This adventure tour offers a unique blend of wildlife encounters, cultural experiences, and stunning natural wonders. Begin in Auckland with a visit to the All Blacks Experience and explore the Waitomo Caves and Rotorua. Marvel at the dark skies of the Mount Cook region and enjoy the thrill of Queenstown, the "Adventure Capital of the World." Cruise through the majestic Milford Sound and dive into the vibrant underwater world of the Great Barrier Reef. Visit the Koala Gardens in Cairns and conclude your journey with a farewell dinner overlooking the iconic Sydney Harbour. With seamless flights between key destinations and expert guides, this tour promises an unforgettable exploration of the Southern Hemisphere's most captivating sights.

Highlights

  • Visit the All Blacks Experience and tour Auckland, including Queen Street, Auckland Domain, and Parnell Village.

  • Explore the Waitomo Caves and Rotorua.

  • Travel to the Mount Cook region, known for its dark skies and stunning views of the southern night sky.

  • Visit the Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre and explore Queenstown, the "Adventure Capital of the World."

  • Take an excursion to Milford Sound in Fiordland National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

  • Cruise to the Outer Great Barrier Reef and explore its underwater world.

  • Visit the Koala Gardens in Cairns.

  • Enjoy a farewell dinner overlooking Sydney Harbour.

Places You'll See

Skycity Hotel

Distinction Hotel Rotorua

The Hermitage

Distinction Mackenzie Country Hotel

The Godley

Ramada Queenstown Central

The Savoy Hotel On Little Collins

Desert Gardens Hotel

Bailey, A Crystalbrook Collection Resort

Swissotel Sydney

Itinerary

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Day 1: Arrive In Auckland,New Zealand

Location: Auckland

Accommodation Name: SKYCITY Hotel

Meals Included: Dinner

Welcome to Aotearoa, Māori for “land of the long white cloud.” Your room is available for immediate check-in. A pre-night is not required for early check-in. Please schedule your flights to arrive by 4:30pm in order to attend this evening’s welcome briefing and dinner.
ARRIVE IN AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND A Māori Welcome Welcome to Aotearoa, Māori for “land of the long white cloud.” Your room is available for immediate check-in. A pre-night is not required for early check-in. Please schedule your flights to arrive by 4:30pm in order to attend this evening’s welcome briefing and dinner. (D)

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Day 2: Auckland

Location: Auckland

Accommodation Name: SKYCITY Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast


AUCKLAND The City of Sails Start your day with a visit to the All Blacks Experience followed by a sightseeing tour of Auckland. See bustling Queen Street, the city’s oldest park, Auckland Domain, and historic Parnell Village. The remainder of the day is at your leisure. Your Tour Director will have suggestions for additional sightseeing, shopping, and dining. (B)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
LEGENDS OF THE GAME Immerse yourself into the legacy, culture and people who have made the All Blacks rugby team an important part of the history of New Zealand. You’ll experience first-hand the excitement and emotion of game day and be inspired by the full force of the haka. Hear about past and present legends of the game and enjoy hands-on interactions. You’ll quickly understand how deeply this team and sport are intertwined with the heart and heritage of the country.

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Day 3: Auckland,Waitomo,Rotorua

Location: Rotorua

Accommodation Name: Distinction Hotel Rotorua

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner


AUCKLAND–WAITOMO–ROTORUA New Zealand Treasures Depart Auckland and travel through the green pastoral region of Waikato to the Famous Waitomo Glowworm Caves. Continue over the Mamaku Ranges to Rotorua. Enjoy a [LF] Hangi dinner this evening. (B,D)

LOCAL FAVORITE
CULTURE & TRADITION Journey back to a time of proud warriors and ancient Māori traditions. Tour the village and learn about Māori traditions and customs followed by a delicious Hangi dinner (roasted meats and vegetables cooked underground with hot stones). You’ll be entertained by master storytellers and singers, and you might even be asked to join in a Haka, the traditional war dance.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
NATURAL WONDERS Your visit to Waitomo Glowworm Caves starts with a guided tour through the limestone chambers, delicate formations, and passages of the cavern. Next, discover an ancient world of 30 million years in the making and marvel at Mother Nature’s light display as you glide silently through the starry wonderland of the Glowworm Grotto. See the lights of thousands of these tiny creatures as they radiate their light in a subterranean world. The glowworm (Arachnocampa Luminosa) is unique to New Zealand making the Waitomo Glowworm Caves an absolute must-do.

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Day 4: Rotorua

Location: Rotorua

Accommodation Name: Distinction Hotel Rotorua

Meals Included: Breakfast


ROTORUA Earthly Wonders This morning, enjoy a guided tour and a special visit to the [LF] National Kiwi Hatchery. Then, visit the Agrodome to learn more about one of the country’s major industries–sheep! Continue to Te Puia, Rotorua’s most prominent thermal area. The remainder of the day is at leisure. (B)

LOCAL FAVORITE
CONSERVATION HEROES Only about 5% of all Kiwi birds hatched in the wild survive to adulthood making them endangered. At The National Kiwi Hatchery, you’ll see conservation in action. Known as the national leader in hatching techniques and kiwi chick rearing, you’ll see each stage a kiwi chick goes through before being released into the national parks. 100% of your entry goes straight back to the Kiwi hatching program.

ENHANCED FREE TIME
EXPLORE MORE in Rotorua with an optional floatplane for flightseeing of this beautiful region, join a New Zealand family for dinner in their home, or indulge yourself in the relaxing hot springs, sumptuous spa treatments, and massage therapies at the Polynesian Spa. These and more options are available throughout your tour at MyGlobus. Your Tour Director and your GlobusGO mobile app have all the tips and guidance to enjoy your free time.

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Day 5: Rotorua,Christchurch,Mount Cook Area

Location: Mount Cook

Accommodation Name: The Hermitage

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Fly to Christchurch, the largest city on New Zealand’s South Island, then travel south to magnificent Mount Cook region, named after New Zealand’s highest peak. The Mount Cook region offers some of the darkest skies in the world – perfect for viewing the southern night sky.
ROTORUA–CHRISTCHURCH–MOUNT COOK AREA Night Lights Fly to Christchurch, the largest city on New Zealand’s South Island, then travel south to magnificent Mount Cook region, named after New Zealand’s highest peak. The Mount Cook region offers some of the darkest skies in the world – perfect for viewing the southern night sky. (B,D)

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Day 6: Mount Cook Area,Queenstown

Location: Mount Cook Area

Accommodation Name: Ramada Queenstown Central

Meals Included: Breakfast


MOUNT COOK AREA–QUEENSTOWN Alpine Adventures Start the day with a visit to the Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre for unique insight into the history and culture of this region. Then, time to explore on your own. Continue to Queenstown, the “Adventure Capital of the World.” (B)

ENHANCED FREE TIME
EXPLORE MORE with one of the many spectacular scenic walks or perhaps an optional scenic flight that lands on nearby Tasman Glacier.

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Day 7: Queenstown. Excursion To Milford Sound

Location: Milford Sound

Accommodation Name: Ramada Queenstown Central

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch


QUEENSTOWN. EXCURSION TO MILFORD SOUND Fjords, Forest & Falls Today, travel into scenic Fiordland National Park. Boasting some of the most breathtaking scenery in the world, this region of New Zealand has been named as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and was famously described by author, Rudyard Kipling, as the “eighth wonder of the world.” Late evening return to Queenstown. (B,L)

NOTE: The excursion to Milford Sound may happen on Day 8 depending on weather and road conditions today.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
PICTURE PERFECT Cruise on the fiord with sheer rock walls rising thousands of feet from the water’s great depths. Experience dense rainforest, towering mountains, glaciers, and waterfalls. Have your cameras ready for marine life such as playful dolphins, seals, and penguins. It will be a day to remember as you experience New Zealand’s wild side at its absolute best!

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Day 8: Queenstown

Location: Queenstown

Accommodation Name: Ramada Queenstown Central

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner


QUEENSTOWN Vineyards & Views A full day at leisure for your own discoveries before dinner with a view tonight. (B,D)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
AN ELEVATED EXPERIENCE This evening, take a scenic gondola ride to the top of Bob’s Peak where you’ll enjoy a delicious dinner and breathtaking views of Queenstown, Lake Wakatipu, and the Remarkable Mountains. Make sure to have your camera ready for fantastic photo opportunities.

ENHANCED FREE TIME
EXPLORE MORE with an optional visit to a local vineyard, or maybe take a thrilling jet boat ride on the Dart River. These and more options are available throughout your tour at MyGlobus. Your Tour Director and your GlobusGO mobile app have all the tips and guidance to enjoy your free time.

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Day 9: Queenstown,Melbourne,Australia

Location: Melbourne

Accommodation Name: The Savoy Hotel on Little Collins

Meals Included: Breakfast

Board your flight across the Tasman Sea to Melbourne. Enjoy three nights in the city often referred to as Australia’s cultural capital. Melbourne is a blend of world-class restaurants, museums, shopping, and interesting hidden laneways.
QUEENSTOWN–MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA On to Australia Board your flight across the Tasman Sea to Melbourne. Enjoy three nights in the city often referred to as Australia’s cultural capital. Melbourne is a blend of world-class restaurants, museums, shopping, and interesting hidden laneways. (B)

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Day 10: Melbourne

Location: Melbourne

Accommodation Name: The Savoy Hotel on Little Collins

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch


MELBOURNE G’day Melbourne! Today’s sightseeing tour includes landmarks such as Parliament House and the Shrine of Remembrance, a tribute to Australia’s war heroes. Visit beautiful Fitzroy Gardens, then drive past the Royal Botanic Gardens. You’ll soon discover the different architectural influences of this city as you see the Victorian Arts Centre and other buildings of significance. Following lunch at a local restaurant, travel to the top of the Melbourne Skydeck. Enjoy free time the remainder of the day. (B,L)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
REACH NEW HEIGHTS Be ready to be wowed when you travel to the top of the Melbourne Skydeck, the southern hemisphere’s highest observation deck. The city comes to you when you take it all in from nearly 1,000 feet/300 metres high. Enjoy awe inspiring views of Melbourne from the observation deck. The Skydeck will change the way you look at Melbourne and maybe the world.

ENHANCED FREE TIME
EXPLORE MORE Tonight’s optional excursion is a visit to see the world-famous Penguin Parade on Phillip Island. Experience the magic of little penguins returning home at sunset to one of the largest penguin colonies in Australia. Watch as these beloved fairy penguins waddle from the ocean to their burrows in the sand around you. You’ll get up close and personal from the special Penguins Plus grandstand. This and more options are available throughout your tour at MyGlobus. Your Tour Director and your GlobusGO mobile app have all the tips and guidance to enjoy your free time.

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Day 11: Melbourne

Location: Melbourne

Accommodation Name: The Savoy Hotel on Little Collins

Meals Included: Breakfast


MELBOURNE Cosmopolitan Cool Enjoy a full day at leisure to explore this multicultural and cosmopolitan city. (B)

ENHANCED FREE TIME
EXPLORE MORE in Melbourne by dining at a local restaurant to immerse yourself in Melbourne’s passionate food and wine scene, or walk along Chapel and Brunswick Streets, famous for great shopping. Take a trip out of town to sample award-winning wines in the Yarra Valley or drive along the spectacular Great Ocean Road to see the “Twelve Apostles.”

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Day 12: Melbourne,Uluru (Ayers Rock)

Location: Uluru

Accommodation Name: Desert Gardens Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner


MELBOURNE–ULURU (AYERS ROCK) Into the Outback Today, fly to the heart of Australia’s Outback. Tonight, a unique [LF] welcome awaits you at the Sounds of Silence dinner experience. (B,D)

LOCAL FAVORITE
TASTES & TRADITIONS Your evening begins with canapés and chilled sparkling wine upon a dune top overlooking Uluru. As the sun sets and darkness falls, listen to the sound of a didgeridoo welcoming you for an unforgettable dining experience. Enjoy a bush tucker inspired menu along with a selection of Australian wines and beers. Afterward, sit back and listen to a star talker decode the southern night sky. You’ll soon be able to locate the Southern Cross, signs of the zodiac, the Milky Way as well as planets and galaxies. From amazing scenery to delicious food and wide-open spaces, it’s sure to be a memorable evening!

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Day 13: Uluru

Location: Uluru

Accommodation Name: Desert Gardens Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast


ULURU Rock Stars Rise early for an inspiring sunrise over Uluru and the incredible art installation, The Field of Light. Wander through the pathways that encompass 50,000 spheres of light. Make your way up the hill to the top viewing area and watch the amazing transformation of colors and life as the Red Centre awakens. Then, as the first rays of sunlight creep across the desert sky, gaze in awe as the sun rises in the distance behind Uluru and Kata Tjuta, flooding the landscape with light. Later, visit a popular lookout to enjoy views of the magnificent Kata Tjuta (the Olgas), a geological spectacle of some 36 brilliant domes. There is time to take photos before visiting the “Sunset Strip” for a drink and to witness the changing hues of light painting the rock. (B)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
NATURAL WONDERS Experience a spectacular way to end the day at Uluru. This fascinating icon stands 1,141 feet (348 meters) high, however, most of its mass is below ground level. You’ll be overwhelmed by its incredible size, presence, and inherent spirituality. As the sun sinks over the horizon and the evening sky brings out the many shades of color for which Uluru is famous, you’ll enjoy sparkling wine and nibbles and say goodbye to another wonderful day.

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Day 14: Uluru,Cairns

Location: Uluru

Accommodation Name: Bailey, a Crystalbrook Collection Resort

Meals Included: Breakfast


ULURU–CAIRNS Sunrise & Wheels Up Your Outback adventure continues with free time this morning. Later, fly to Cairns, “Gateway to the Great Barrier Reef,” one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. (B)

NOTE: Due to this remote location and limited flights, you may be booked on a connecting flight from Uluru to Cairns. Arrival in Cairns may be late in the evening. Luggage restrictions may apply to this flight. Please speak to your Tour Director for full details.

ENHANCED FREE TIME
EXPLORE MORE with the extraordinary experience of an optional flightseeing excursion for an even more amazing view of Uluru and this scenic region.

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Day 15: Cairns. Excursion To The Outer Great Barrier Reef

Location: Great Barrier Reef

Accommodation Name: Bailey, a Crystalbrook Collection Resort

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch


CAIRNS. EXCURSION TO THE OUTER GREAT BARRIER REEF Below the Surface Prepare for the experience of a lifetime when you board a catamaran and cruise to the Outer Great Barrier Reef, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. Explore this underwater world that is a brilliant kaleidoscope of coral and sea life. Return to Cairns late this afternoon. Your evening is at leisure. (B,L)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
BUCKET LIST. CHECK! The only living structure on Earth that can be seen from space, the Great Barrier Reef is a masterpiece of Mother Nature. Comprising of over 3,000 individual reefs and spanning over 135,135 miles (350,000 square kilometres), your day at the Reef will be one to remember. After your scenic catamaran cruise, the day is yours to explore the Reef how you like. Choose to snorkel amid a dazzling array of fish and coral, take a semi-submersible watercraft tour, attend an informative presentation by a marine biologist, or just relax and enjoy the serenity of your surroundings.

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Day 16: Cairns

Location: Cairns

Accommodation Name: Bailey, a Crystalbrook Collection Resort

Meals Included: Breakfast


CAIRNS Ticket to Paradise A full day at leisure. (B)

ENHANCED FREE TIME
EXPLORE MORE For a truly amazing experience consider an optional trip to Kuranda via the old scenic rail route. See magnificent scenery from the comfort of a restored, historic mountain train. For the return journey, you may choose to take the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway; or maybe spend the day in the magical Daintree Rainforest thought to be the planet’s oldest surviving tropical rainforest. Your Tour Director will have recommendations for shopping, dining, and additional sightseeing.

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Day 17: Cairns,Sydney

Location: Sydney

Accommodation Name: Swissotel Sydney

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today, fly to Sydney, Australia’s largest city. Sydney is home to first-class restaurants, grand shopping arcades, and top tourist attractions such as the Sydney Opera House and the Taronga Zoo.
CAIRNS–SYDNEY Koalas, Crocs & Roos, Oh My! Today, fly to Sydney, Australia’s largest city. Sydney is home to first-class restaurants, grand shopping arcades, and top tourist attractions such as the Sydney Opera House and the Taronga Zoo. (B)

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Day 18: Sydney

Location: Sydney

Accommodation Name: Swissotel Sydney

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch


SYDNEY Sights & Bites Explore one of the world’s most beautiful cities. Visit the Sydney Opera House and travel to Mrs Macquarie’s Chair in the city’s botanic gardens for a great photo opportunity and sweeping views of the harbor, Opera House, and Harbour Bridge. Next, visit world-famous Bondi beach for an insider’s tour of [LF] Bondi Surf Bathers’ Life Saving Club with one of the lifesavers. Afterward, a cruise on Sydney Harbour Highlights some of the city’s best views (B,L)

LOCAL FAVORITE
HISTORIC SPOT Enjoy lunch at the historic North Bondi Returned Servicemen’s Leagues Club. Learn about the history of this place and the courageous “Rats of Tobruk” that stopped the Nazis in North Africa during WWII. You’ll enjoy delicious food while looking out at amazing waterfront views.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
CULTURAL GEM The Sydney Opera House is one of the most well-known buildings in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The building was designed by Jorn Utzon, a Danish architect, and was finally completed in 1973, after sixteen years of construction, at a cost of over $100 million dollars. You’ll enjoy a private guided tour of the Opera House and see its interiors and theaters. Hear untold stories, be awed by the acoustics, and learn the history and future of this amazing hall beneath the sails.

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Day 19: Sydney

Location: Sydney

Accommodation Name: Swissotel Sydney

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner


SYDNEY Spectacular Sydney Enjoy a full day at leisure for your own discoveries. This evening, your Tour Director hosts a special farewell dinner at a restaurant overlooking Sydney Harbour. (B,D)

ENHANCED FREE TIME
EXPLORE MORE You may choose to take an optional excursion to the Blue Mountains for a wilderness experience or to the Hunter Valley, one of Australia’s leading wine-growing regions. You can even climb to the top of Sydney’s Harbour Bridge. Your Tour Director will have suggestions to help you make the most of this exciting city.

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Day 20: Sydney

Location: Sydney

Accommodation Name: Swissotel Sydney

Meals Included: Breakfast

Your tour ends with breakfast this morning. You may also choose to extend your time in Sydney and explore more on your own. Extra nights are available for purchase.
SYDNEY Until We Meet Again! Your tour ends with breakfast this morning. You may also choose to extend your time in Sydney and explore more on your own. Extra nights are available for purchase. (B)

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What's Included

  • Accommodation

    Stay at various hotels including SKYCITY Hotel in Auckland, Distinction Hotel Rotorua, The Hermitage in Mount Cook Region, Ramada Queenstown Central, The Savoy Hotel on Little Collins in Melbourne, Crowne Plaza Alice Springs Lasseters, Desert Gardens Hotel in Uluru, Bailey, a Crystalbrook Collection Resort in Cairns, and Swissotel Sydney.

  • Meals

    Breakfast daily, 4 lunches, and 6 dinners are included.

  • Sightseeing Tours

    Includes visits to the All Blacks Experience, Auckland Domain, Parnell Village, Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre, and a catamaran cruise to the Outer Great Barrier Reef.

  • Excursions

    Excursions to Milford Sound, Fiordland National Park, and the Great Barrier Reef are included.

  • Flights

    Internal flights from Rotorua to Christchurch, Queenstown to Melbourne, Melbourne to Alice Springs, Uluru to Cairns, and Cairns to Sydney are included.

  • Special Visits

    Special visits to the Koala Gardens and a traditional Maori Hangi dinner are included.

  • Tour Director

    An expert Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides are included to ensure a smooth and informative experience.

What's Not Included

  • International Flights

    International flights to and from the starting and ending locations are not included.

  • Personal Expenses

    Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks are not included.

  • Travel Insurance

    Travel insurance is not included and should be purchased separately.

  • Optional Activities

    Optional activities and excursions not mentioned in the itinerary are not included.

  • Visa Fees

    Visa fees and other travel documentation costs are not included.

Meals

Breakfast daily, 4 lunches, 6 dinners

Small Group

Globus offers Small-Group Discoveries on select South Pacific dates. A Small-Group Discovery is limited to an average of just 20 guests per departure. There’s always room to roam with extra space between you and other travelers—while still getting up close and personal to the experiences you’ve been dreaming of. Small-Group Discoveries include all the features of a traditional Globus escorted tour, complete with expert Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides who ensure that your health and safety is our top priority. A Small-Group Discovery trip is the perfectly sized tour—without the crowds.

UNESCO Sites

Great Barrier Reef|Sydney Opera House|Te Wahipounamu|Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park|Wet Tropics of Queensland

Accommodation

Stay at a variety of hotels including SKYCITY Hotel in Auckland, Distinction Hotel Rotorua, The Hermitage in Mount Cook Region, Ramada Queenstown Central, The Savoy Hotel on Little Collins in Melbourne, Desert Gardens Hotel in Uluru, Bailey, a Crystalbrook Collection Resort in Cairns, and Swissotel Sydney.

Mode of Transport

The tour includes flights between key destinations such as Auckland, Christchurch, Queenstown, Melbourne, Alice Springs, Uluru, Cairns, and Sydney, ensuring a seamless travel experience across Australia and New Zealand.

Check out our Q&As

  • What kind of experiences can I expect during the visit to the Waitomo Glowworm Caves?

    During the visit to the Waitomo Glowworm Caves, you will embark on a guided tour through limestone chambers and passages, marveling at delicate formations. The highlight is a silent boat ride through the Glowworm Grotto, where you'll witness the magical light display of thousands of glowworms unique to New Zealand.

  • What is included in the Sounds of Silence dinner experience at Uluru?

    The Sounds of Silence dinner experience at Uluru includes canapés and sparkling wine upon a dune top overlooking Uluru, followed by a bush tucker inspired menu with Australian wines and beers. The evening features a star talker who will guide you through the southern night sky, identifying constellations and galaxies.

  • What activities are available during the excursion to the Outer Great Barrier Reef?

    During the excursion to the Outer Great Barrier Reef, you can choose to snorkel among vibrant coral and fish, take a semi-submersible watercraft tour, attend a marine biologist's presentation, or simply relax and enjoy the serene surroundings.

  • What can I expect from the visit to the Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre?

    At the Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre, you will gain unique insights into the history and culture of the Mount Cook region. The center offers a comprehensive look at the area's alpine environment and the legacy of Sir Edmund Hillary.

  • What is the significance of the All Blacks Experience in Auckland?

    The All Blacks Experience in Auckland immerses you in the legacy and culture of New Zealand's iconic rugby team. You'll experience the excitement of game day, learn about the team's history, and witness the powerful haka, understanding the deep connection between the sport and New Zealand's heritage.

  • What is the highlight of the Milford Sound excursion?

    The highlight of the Milford Sound excursion is a cruise through the fiord, where you'll see sheer rock walls, dense rainforests, towering mountains, glaciers, and waterfalls. The area is known for its breathtaking scenery and wildlife, including dolphins, seals, and penguins.

  • What unique wildlife experience is included in Rotorua?

    In Rotorua, you will visit the National Kiwi Hatchery, where you can see conservation efforts in action. The hatchery is a leader in kiwi chick rearing, and your visit supports their program to help the endangered kiwi bird.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    For over 90 years.

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes

  • What policies are in place for Covid-19?

    Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    Travel documents, including any air tickets, itineraries, and other information, are available approximately two to three weeks prior to departure provided full payment has been received.

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    The Globus Lighthouse Project - an illuminating initiative where we can all come together to tread lightly and give generously for the globe's greater good. Globus, along with sister companies Avalon Waterways and Cosmos, invite our travellers and partners to help us in supporting causes that provide for a more sustainable planet and a brighter tomorrow.

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Lisset  

Great Value for your Money

19-Dec-2022

This is my second time travelling with Globus, would have been my third if not for COVID. The way they plan everything is super organized, the tour managers are very caring and knowledgeable. We always enjoy all the site visits planned for each trip. They start by picking you up from the airport and from then on everything is taken care of up until the last day of your trip, even dropping you off at the airport not matter the time of day or night. The hotels at every city are always great and centrally located so you can walk around during your free time or plan your own visits to different sites.

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01-Mar-2024

My go-to escorted travel Co My 4th trip with Globus and the did not disappoint. The sales deals they offer make it affordable for me to travel. All of the guides are well versed in the history of the area you travel in.

David R  

What a wonderful trip, thanks Globus

10-Jan-2023

Globus is my favorite travel agency. I tried others, but always come back to Globus. It is a 100% stress free one-stop shop. Easy booking with flight, hotel, transportation and travel insurance all in one place. Great customer service at reasonable prices. Lots of information prepared for the trip to handle travel logistics. I planned and booked my trip within 24 hours. Highly recommended to everyon

Alexander Wright  

Great guide, accommodations, and tours.

28-Dec-2022

We had a fantastic guide, with a great mix of free time and guided tours.

CTRTeach 11  

Globus exceeded my expectations!

20-Dec-2022

This is my first Globus tour. I was pleasantly surprised with the depth and quality. The hotels were top notch, and the cruise on the Nile exceeded my expectations. The cabins were roomy and comfortable, and the food was very good.

Nancy Arias  

The experience was amazing!!

30-Dec-2022

The trip was amazing. Our tour guide was so kind and very knowledgeable. I needed to attend a very important meeting via zoom. She was very understanding and accommodating to my needs and made it happen. I was very grateful! Our driver was by far the best driver I’ve ever encountered! I was beyond impressed with our guide, driver and trip!! I will definitely be back for another adventure!!

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Did the Globus Highlands and...

30-Sep-2023

Did the Globus Highlands and Islands Scottish Tour with Ian and Allister. What a trip!! With his sharp wit, immense knowledge and fun humour, Ian absolutely brought Scotland to vivid life with his many tales, informative quips and total, utter passion for history. Was spellbound. Am so VERY thankful I had the opportunity to be on Ian's last bus tour before retiring with Globus. In addition, to being so hard working and helpful, with Allister our driver, I cannot tell you how safe and secure I felt in his capable driving hands. He had some very awkward traffic and interesting roads to navigate with our large bus, (especially on the islands and up north) but he handled it all expertly and without a hitch. So much so, I was able to relax and enjoy the journey. All in all, with our tour, you could tell both these kind men cared very much for those of us who needed the extra help and advice. Made my bucket list trip to Scotland so memorable and wonderful. Thank you Ian and Allister! Globus is truly fortunate to have you both.

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Specifically, Cosmos Tour of Ireland...

11-Aug-2024

Specifically, Cosmos Tour of Ireland and Scotland. August 2024. Let me begin with the positive , the Tour guide was knowledgable, personable and educated! He also was extremely professional and took a genuine interest in providing the highest quality of service to the client. The bus was clean and comfortable and well maintained. The driver was highly experienced and provided excellent transportation. The excursions were acceptable and enjoyable. The Variety of age groups on the trip made for wonderful traveling companions. But unfortunately, that is where the positive ends. The Leonardo hotels that are part of the chain and experience for this specific tour are below quality. We spent a night in a room with a leak in the ceiling. That was known before we checked in and continued to leak while we were there. Another Leonardo hotel, we could not get out of our room. Due to the carpet being ripped up and blocking the door. Most of these hotels I would have walked away from, had I been on my own individual trip. The customer service is missing, customer safety is also missing in these hotels. There is lack of concern to assist customers to their rooms even when it is there responsibility to change the room, there isn't assistance offered. Never have I experienced where you had to absolutely be your own advocate. Because there is no customer concern or care. Quality of food provided is also below standards. It is frowned upon if you request something and often denied. We even had a situation where another individual was placed in the same room we were in and it was considered a "oh well too bad for you." Again, we had to transport our own luggage and bags to a new room. Only after we were our own advocates. We said this stranger and ourselves are not going to stay in the same room. Finally, we received a good room, a room that would be found acceptable in every day normal travel, and we had to change again. Because there was a missing part in a Radiator and this was known to the hotel but yet they still booked us into a room. The radiator would not turn off and the room was steaming hot. So once again, we had to transfer all of our luggage and personal items and trudged down stairwell and elevators to once again change rooms. This is so sad for a bucket list, once in a lifetime, save your money and go on your anniversary trip. The rooms are old and out, dated with stains and tears in carpets and materials. Some of the missing items are a safety concern. Buyer beware! The communication for traveling in other countries is not to the level of customer service and satisfaction that we are used to, we did not expect this level of unacceptable accommodations, much like staying in a hostile. It is the Globus/Cosmos Travel companies responsibility to make sure their accommodations for housing is up to the level of expectations of their customers. The accommodations provided are a reflection of Globus/Cosmos business model and integrity in the global travel industry. This is not everything we experienced, but just a few examples. At this time, their brand appears to be old, outdated, without concern or care for the safety of their clients or their health and welfare as applied to accomodations.Customer service, is their lost art. Choose carefully for travel service. And I would not recommend Globus or Cosmos.

Suneetha Raja (Google Reviewer)  

I have done Newfoundland &...

06-Jul-2024

I have done Newfoundland & Labrador with Iceberg Festival tour with Globus in June 2024. It was absolute rubbish for the price I paid towards the tour. Terrible hotels, horrible meals, barely any sightseeing that is worth while the visit, most importantly, the Iceberg festival never happened. Globus sold this specific tour departure date as the only way to attend this supposed Iceberg Festival. I felt cheated after paying 3527£ for a 13 day tour considering the only reason I picked this departure date was because I wanted to attend this Iceberg festival. I could have used my time and money in a better way doing a different tour with another company. A Canadian company who did the exact same tour is doing it for £2400. I have been travelling with Globus and Cosmos tours since 2008. However, this company tours have been terrible after the covid shutdowns. They are charging more than the premium companies and not providing the equivalent service on par with the prices. Safe to say that I won't be recommending Globus and Cosmos tours to anyone. Try other tour companies that are on the market.

Lynda Bailey (Google Reviewer)  

I really enjoyed my Cosmos...

11-Jun-2024

I really enjoyed my Cosmos tour to Italy last September. However I was totally disappointed by two major things which completely changed the atmosphere of the holiday for me. One was the 'last minute' rearrangement of one of our hotels which then put us well outside of Florence on a trading estate for two nights instead of walking distance from the city walls. That completely blocked any plans or ideas of enjoying Florence in the evening. My biggest disappointment was the terrible travel arrangements and associated advice about travelling through Heathrow Cosmos put in place for me and for which they refused to be accountable despite the fact that they had made the ticket booking on my behalf and I had asked them for appropriate check in advice at all key points before I travelled. As a result I was put on standby when I should never have been (even the BA departure staff were shocked at this) and separated from my luggage which travelled on a later flight. I spent over 6 hrs of my first day in Rome in the airport waiting for my luggage and subsequent transfer to my hotel, without any assistance from Cosmos or BA airside staff. When I complained after my holiday, Cosmos would not take any responsibility at all for the fact that I lost the first day of my holiday and approx. 50% of the time I was due to spend in Rome, preferring to blame BA who in turn were uncontactable about my complaint. Very poor customer service indeed.

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