Best of New Zealand and Australia 11 days Itinerarie

Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Auckland and self-guided tour

Upon arrival at Auckland Airport There is much to do and see in Auckland, also known as the Big Little City. Check in to our hotel,
and then begin our tour of the town:

 Stroll Ponsonby, which is the city’s trendiest street; enjoy a good lunch and some high-end shopping
 Visit Parnell, New Zealand's oldest suburb famous for its galleries, cafés, restaurants, and boutique-style stores; there is
also a charming French market on weekends
  Go to Newmarket, which is ideal for classic, everyday shopping
 Make a trip to Wynyard Quarter, a newer area with a daily fish market—try the huge mussels, or the famous oysters—then,
check out one of the restored tramways, and go for a ride
 Visit the new area known as Britomart (which is also the name of the railway station) with bars, restaurants, designer shops,
and a little local market open on Saturdays
 Go to Mt. Eden, the highest point of the city at 645 feet, where you can see both the Pacific Ocean and
the Tasman Sea and all of the volcanic cones that make up Auckland
 Stroll Albert Park, which is right in the middle of the city and perfect for a lunch break—the Modern Art Museum is next to
it, likely with free exhibits to peruse
 Visit Mission Bay, which is a busy beach in the summertime, and also a residential area with great views

Additionally, make sure to visit the Auckland National Museum. The museum tells the story of New Zealand, its place in the
Pacific, and its people. The museum is a war memorial for the province of Auckland and holds one of New Zealand’s top three
heritage libraries. It has pre-eminent Maori and Pacific collections, significant natural history resources and major social and
military history collections, as well as decorative arts and pictorial collections.

The Sky Tower is a truly captivating experience, as well. At 1,076 feet high, it is the tallest man-made structure in New Zealand
and offers breathtaking views for up to 50 miles in every direction. Travel up in the glass-fronted lifts to one of the three, spectacular
viewing platforms. For more thrills and excitement, SkyWalk around the outside of the pergola, which is 630 feet up, or do
the SkyJump off the tower?

The historic seaside village of Devonport has a charming and relaxed atmosphere, too. Stroll around the village at your leisure and
visit some of its attractions, including the many art galleries, historic points of interest, and lookouts.

Day 2: Auckland - All-day kiwi spotting excursion

On our second day of journey we will enjoy an adventure in nature. We will go to kiwi spotting from Auckland on a guided tour with
a small group (a maximum of seven people). Discover local history, and learn what shaped the natural environment of New
Zealand to how it is today. This day-into-night tour spans an afternoon and evening, returning us to our hotel at approximately
10:30 pm—a delicious picnic dinner with views of the beach and ocean over sunset is included.

This is our best opportunity to see a kiwi in the wild. After sunset, the bush environment changes. Tawharanui is home to the New
 Zealand brown kiwi, (few locals have seen this bird in the wild), morepork (a native owl), and weta. Much of the insect life, marine
life, and some bird species are nocturnal. Since the tour continues after sundown, experience what goes on in nature in the dark. A
guide will lead us through the native forest, in search of nocturnal wildlife. Note that while kiwi is very elusive, this tour projects
sightings about 70 percent of the time.

Day 3: Auckland - Wine tour on Waiheke Island

On our third day of journey we will go on a wine tour on Waiheke Island via a ferry ride from Auckland. This deluxe vineyard tour combines
world-class wine with beautiful island surroundings.

Upon arrival at the island, our tour bus will transport us to the picturesque Mudbrick Vineyard to enjoy premium wine tastings. Next, travel
 to The Goldie Room, Waiheke’s first—and most well-established—vineyard. Here, experience tastings and a mouthwatering plate of bites.
The final stop allows us to try five-star-quality wines at Te Whau vineyard, which is acclaimed for its restaurant, as well as stunning views and
outstanding architecture.

At the end of the tour, take advantage of the complimentary all-day bus pass, which allows us to discover the island further by scheduled public
bus. Then, take the ferry back to Auckland, and enjoy the evening at our leisure.

Day 4: Auckland - Rangitoto Island day trip

On our forth day of journey, we will explore Rangitoto Island, which is only a 20-minute ferry ride from downtown Auckland.
Choose between taking a guided tour and exploring the volcanic island at our leisure. Discover lava tunnels we can walk through,
climb to the summit for amazing views, and learn of the protected archaeological and historic sites, including the site of a prisoners'
 camp from the early 1900s. At Christmas time, the Pōhutukawa trees with their red flowers are in full bloom; the contrast with the
hardened lava is an incredible visual.

For the day trip, we don’t forget our lunch and swimwear, so we can enjoy a dip in the water. Following our island exploration, take
the ferry back to Auckland. Enjoy the rest of the day on our own, and indulge in a special farewell dinner.

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Day 5: Tiritiri Matangi Island

This island is a wildlife sanctuary just 4km off the coast of the Whangaparaoa Peninsula in the Hauraki Gulf. The Maori people were
the first to settle here and the Europeans arrived in the early 19th century. The island was farmed for 120 years until 1971, stripping
it of its native bush but then in 1984 a 10 year project began where 250,000-300,000 trees were planted on the island. During the
same project mammalian predators were eradicated and several endangered and threatened birds and reptiles were introduced to
the island. Among the creatures brought to the island was the flightless takahe, one of the rarest creatures in the world. Today the
island is 60% forested 40% grassland and is inhabited by rare species of birds and animals. In addition to the landscape, birds and
animals the island has a lighthouse (1864), Visitor Center, hiking paths and a pleasant beach (Hobbs Beach). You can see blue
penguins in nesting boxes on the walkway by the beach.

The island is an ideal day trip from Auckland and is reached by ferry. To protect the island the number of visitors each day is limited and in
summer you need to book your ferry ticket in advance. When you arrive on the island you will be given an introductory talk by an island Ranger
after which you are free to take a guided walk, explore the island independently or spend the day at the beach. The guided walks end at
 theVisitor Center where there are toilets and complementary tea and coffee. The last ferry leaves the island at 3:30pm. Private boats are
allowed to visit the island but camping is not allowed. Conservation rules apply on the island like no smoking (except on concrete pads on the
wharf), no fires and no littering. The island has a bunkhouse where you can book an overnight stay with the Department of Conservation but
space in the bunkhouse gets booked up months in advance.

Day 6: Fly to Sydney

After arriving at Sydney Airport, we'll transferred to our accommodation. Get ready to explore the city by cruising under the Sydney
Harbour Bridge or waving at the Opera House we’ll ride a ferry across the harbor to Manly. We will learn to surf at Bondi
Beach or swim in the calm waters of Coogee.

Walk around to lose ourself in the cobblestone cul-de-sacs of The Rocks or in the markets, boutiques, cafés, and pubs
of Paddington. As well as a world-famous harbor and more than 70 sparkling beaches, Sydney offers fabulous food, festivals, and
24/7 fun. Spend the night getting to know our new home for the next five days!
Day 7: Full-Day Grand Blue Mountains Tour

This morning we’ll head into the UNESCO-listed Blue Mountains this morning, where reflections of evaporated eucalyptus oil give
the mountains their name. Waterfalls, sleepy hamlets, and the rich, warm smell of the Australian bush make this special place a
must-visit on your Australian itinerary. Highlights of today's adventure include the Art Deco architecture of Katoomba, a ride on the
soaring cablecars and railways of Scenic World, and views across the famous Three Sisters rock formation from Echo Point.

Today, we’ll also visit Featherdale Wildlife Park, which holds one of the country's largest collections of Australian native animals
and birdlife. The day ends with a relaxing cruise down the Parramatta River and Sydney Harbour to enjoy the sunset views.
Day 8: Sydney Opera House, Bondi Beach & Taronga Zoo

Our morning begins at the iconic Sydney Opera House on a guided behind-the-scenes walking tour to see, feel, and touch the
magic that exists there. Next, travel past Hyde Park, St Mary's Cathedral, and Parliament House before stopping at Mrs
Macquarie's Chair for magnificent views of the Opera House and Harbor Bridge. Continue through Woolloomooloo, Kings
Cross, and Paddington as we make our way to the world-famous Bondi Beach, one of the most visited beaches in Australia. Stop
here for a mid-morning break and soak up the sun, or take a walk along the coast.

Once our city sights tour is completed, our driver-guide will direct us to where we will join our cruise to Taronga Zoo, a
conservation zoo home to over 5,000 animals. Afterward, the rest of the afternoon is ours to spend at your leisure.
Day 9: Sydney Harbour Discovery Lunch Cruise

We'll have the morning to our self before we relax and take in the sights of Sydney from the water with an afternoon cruise. Visit Shark Island
National Park, a popular picnic spot, where we will have time to explore and go for a swim. Experience the vastness of the area with its many
secluded beaches and spectacular sandstone cliffs. Listen to commentary on Sydney Harbour's history and details of the marine life that
inhabits its sandy beaches, grassy seabeds, and rocky shores. Spend the rest of our evening exploring the city on our own.
Day 10: Twilight Harbour Bridge Climb

Our 10th day of morning we’ll seeing all the places we haven't gotten to yet in the city. In the evening, partake in the Twilight
Climb—where we'll head in the opposite direction of the sun as we ascend the famous Sydney landmark, and the sun slowly
bathes the city in a dusky glow.

Ascending the summit of the world's largest steel arch, experience breathtaking moments, spectacular 360-degree views, and
insights into this world-famous monument's engineering and cultural history. Walk on catwalks, ascend ladders, and celebrate with
our group as we hit the top before making our descent back to the climb base.
Day 11: Depart Sydney

It's sadly our last morning in Sydney. Say our final goodbyes and get ready to drop our rental car at the airport.

Thanks & Regards

Harmanpreet Singh (Passport No. N9572191)
Gurwinder Kaur (Passport No. N9572198)