Australia -- New Zealand -- Bali island

Tour start date(s):	05-06-2025
Duration:	11 Days / 10 Nights
Location:	Australia ,New Zealand ,Bali island
Price (including tax):	DBL 3470 USD, SNG 4570 USD

• The tour takes place during the famous FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS in Sydney (once a year!), and we will experience it from the deck of a ship on an evening cruise, as well as every evening during city walks.
• We will see the iconic Sydney Opera House, the "sail-shaped" building, visit the Queen Victoria shopping center with 140 boutiques and a unique dome.
• We will visit the landing site of Captain Cook.
• We will relax and swim in a lagoon by a waterfall in Royal National Park.
• We will personally feed kangaroos and wild cockatoo parrots.
• We will enjoy lunch prepared using a geyser.
• We will meet koalas, kangaroos, wombats, and other Australian animals.
• We will visit the UNESCO World Heritage site – Australia's Blue Mountains National Park.
• We will take a cruise across a lake to view unique Māori rock paintings.
• We will float along an underground river in the magical Glowworm Cave in New Zealand.
• We will visit the legendary Hobbiton village (the filming location of the iconic movie The Lord of the Rings).
• We will relax in natural Polynesian spa hot springs with views of Lake Rotorua.
• We will witness the spectacular eruption of Pohutu, the largest geyser in the Southern Hemisphere.
• We will visit the Devil’s Baths near a champagne-colored lake.
• We will explore two of New Zealand's most beautiful geothermal parks.
• We will visit the magical Island of the Gods – Bali.
• The hotel is set in a tropical garden with a swimming pool and offers spa treatments at great prices.
• We will explore the rice terraces of Bali.
• We will enjoy a Fire Show in Bali.

And of course, there will be plenty of free time for shopping for unique souvenirs: silver jewelry, luxurious hand-painted fabrics, and unique wood carvings, among many other items!

We invite you to this ADVENTURE that will be vibrant, rich, and unforgettable!

Tour Program:

June 5: Flight to New Zealand
Flight (booked independently – ideally, United direct flight from JFK at 9:55 pm, arriving in AKL at 7:45 am on June 7).

June 7: Swimming in an underground river in the glowworm cave. Lake cruise to Māori rock paintings.
Arrival in Auckland in the morning. Our guide meets us, and we start our New Zealand adventure. A 215 km, 2.5-hour trip with a stop for a delicious late breakfast in Hamilton (optional).
We will visit the unique Waitomo Cave, whose ceilings are covered with thousands of glowworms, creating the effect of a starry sky. We will glide silently by boat on the underground river to experience this beauty. Please remain quiet, as the glowworms can "freak out" and extinguish if disturbed by noise.
Next, we will hike to Marokopa Waterfall, one of New Zealand's most beautiful waterfalls, famous not for its height (35 meters), but for its width and rectangular shape.
We will then visit Lake Taupo, located inside an ancient caldera formed during the super-eruption of Oruanui 25,000 years ago. It’s a favorite spot for New Zealanders for swimming and fishing. We will cruise the lake to see unique Māori rock art visible only from the water.
Meal: Breakfast
Accommodation: Rotorua

June 8: Geothermal Valley Wai-O-Tapu. Traditional Māori village at Waka-ree-ree geysers. Lunch prepared on geysers. Polynesian spa experience.
After breakfast, we head to Wai-O-Tapu volcanic park, known as the most surreal place on Earth. This geothermal valley formed 230,000 years ago. We will witness the Lady Knox Geyser, which erupts daily at 10:15 am, reaching heights of up to 20 meters, the Devil's Baths, the Rainbow Crater, and the Artist's Palette plateau. We will be amazed by the Champagne Lake and the impressive 400-meter-long silica terrace.
Later, we visit the Waka-ree-ree geothermal valley, home to 65 geysers and 500 thermal pools, where we will learn how Māori use geothermal energy in their daily lives. We will cook the traditional Hangi way using the volcanic heat.
We will also see the most powerful and active geyser in the Southern Hemisphere, Pohutu, which erupts 20 times a day, with water columns reaching the height of a 10-story building.
Later, relax at the Polynesian spa with natural hot spring pools and stunning views of Lake Rotorua.
Meal: Breakfast + Lunch (Geyser-cooked)
Accommodation: Rotorua

June 9: Hobbiton village from The Lord of the Rings. Lunch at Hobbiton.
After breakfast, we visit Hobbiton, the filming location of The Lord of the Rings. We will explore the village, visit the Green Dragon Inn, and see the double-arched bridge. We will enjoy a tour of the 12-hectare movie set, learning about its construction and the famous oak tree at Bag End.
We will enjoy a buffet lunch at the Green Dragon Inn, with cider and ginger beer.
Meal: Breakfast
Accommodation: Auckland

June 10: Hello, Sydney! Evening cruise to the Festival of Lights.
Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to the airport for a flight to Sydney (direct flight, 3h 50m). Arrival at 10:35 am. Our guide will meet us, and we will embark on a bus and walking tour of Sydney's landmarks: the Harbour Bridge, Opera House, and the oldest part of Sydney, The Rocks.
In the evening, we enjoy a Sydney harbor cruise to experience the stunning lights of the Festival of Lights.Meal: Breakfast , Accommodation: Sydney

June 11: Koalas, kangaroos, and wombats. Blue Mountains National Park with cable car ride. World’s steepest railway.
After breakfast, we visit the most beautiful wildlife park in Australia to feed kangaroos, cuddle koalas, and see other Australian animals like dingoes, snakes, and Tasmanian devils.
We then head to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains National Park. We will explore scenic viewpoints, steep cliffs, and deep valleys, with an exciting ride on the world's steepest railway.
Meal: Breakfast
Accommodation: Sydney

June 12: Captain Cook's landing site + Royal National Park + Kiama.
After breakfast, we embark on a day trip following Captain Cook's route. We will stop at the pristine Botany Bay beach, where Captain Cook first landed in the 18th century.
Later, we visit the Royal National Park, where we can swim in the lagoon, sunbathe, and possibly feed wild cockatoos.
Meal: Breakfast
Accommodation: Sydney

June 13: Arrival on magical Bali.
Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to Bali via flight (booked independently). Arrival at 1:35 pm.
We will be transferred to Ubud, where our guide will introduce the town and hotel spa services.
Meal: Breakfast
Accommodation: Bali

June 14: Crafts, markets, and shopping on Bali.
After breakfast, we will explore traditional Balinese crafts, including batik fabrics, silverwork, and wood carvings. We will also visit the vibrant Ubud market.
Meal: Breakfast
Accommodation: Bali

June 15: Wild tropical Bali, waterfalls, and Tegalalang rice terraces.
We will explore the island’s beautiful natural spots, including the Tirta Empul temple, Tukaid Chepung waterfall, and Tegalalang rice terraces.
Meal: Breakfast
Accommodation: Bali

June 16: Uluwatu sunset show. Epic fire dance.
We will enjoy a captivating Kecak dance show at Uluwatu temple at sunset.
Meal: Breakfast
Accommodation: Bali

June 17: Departure from Bali.
Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to the airport for your flight home.
Meal: Breakfast

Hotels:

• Rydges Rotorua in Rotorua www.rydges.com/accommodation/new-zealand/rotorua or similar
• Novotel Auckland Ellerslie in Auckland https://all.accor.com/ or similar
• Hotel Holiday Inn Darling Harbour** in Sydney www.furama.com/darlingharbour or similar
• Hotel Anumana Ubud** in Bali www.anumanaubud.com/ or similar

The package includes:

• 10 nights of accommodation in hotels: 2 nights in Rotorua (NZ) + 1 night in Auckland (NZ) + 3 nights in Sydney + 4 nights on the island of Bali.
• Meals with breakfast, accommodation in double rooms.
• Lunch cooked on a geyser in New Zealand.
• Transfers as specified in the itinerary in a comfortable, air-conditioned bus.
• Guide/escort for all visits.
• Excursions as indicated in the program.
• Entrance tickets as indicated in the program.

The package does not include:

• Airfare and anything not specified in the program.

Recommended internal flights, to be purchased independently:

• Auckland - Sydney: USD 180, Air New Zealand, 9:00 am - 10:35 am (3h50m).
• Sydney - Bali: USD 260, Garuda Air, 10:05 am - 1:35 pm (5h30m).