Auckland, Queenstown, Milford Sound, Dunedin, Sydney, Uluru (Ayers Rock), the Great Barrier Reef & Cairns
Switch hemispheres and experience all the thrills of a “down under” adventure. We’ll immerse ourselves in contemporary cities and indigenous cultures, natural wonders, and feats of modern architecture. Our tour first whisks us off to New Zealand where we’ll hit the urban gems of Auckland and Dunedin with stops along the way for waterfront towns. From there, we’ll fly across the Tasman Sea to Australia. Here, you’ll travel to the Australian Outback to discover Uluru, traverse the Great Barrier Reef—one of the seven natural wonders of the world—and see the famed sites of Sydney, including its iconic Opera House and Harbour Bridge.
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for groups of 15 or more travelers.
Itinerary at
a Glance
Tour Itinerary:
- 2 nights Auckland
- 3 nights Queenstown
- 2 nights Dunedin
- 1 night in Christchurch
- 3 nights in Sydney
- 2 nights in Uluru (Ayers Rock)
- 3 nights in Cairns
Tour Highlights
- Auckland City Tour
- Traditional Maori performance
- Milford Sound Cruise
- Dunedin Tour with Olveston House
- Haggis Ceremony
- Sydney Harbour Lunch Cruise
- Sydney Opera House
- Uluru (Ayers Rock) Sunset Viewing with wine
- Kata Tjuta Walpa Gorge Tour
- Aboriginal Cultural Experience
- Great Barrier Reef
- Kuranda Scenic Railway (optional)
Your Tour Includes
- Round-trip airfare from Los Angeles (LAX) including taxes, fees & fuel surcharges
- All intra-South Pacific flights, ground transportation and transfers
- Accommodations at superior first-class & first class hotels
- 21 Meals: 16 breakfasts, 1 lunch, and 4 dinners
- Comprehensive sightseeing tours and entry fees as per itinerary
- English-speaking local guides
Max Group Size: 30 travelers
Activity Level: Level 1
Expect most included touring to require walking and standing periods up to 3 hours at a time (up to 2 times per day) on easy terrain with some light stairs. Learn More
Pacing Level: Moderate
Expect full-day tours most days with some limited free time at specific sites, for meals, and/or in the evenings. You can expect several early mornings and/or long travel days by bus (don’t worry—there are always comfort stops!), and you may expect to stay in most accommodations for 2+ nights (with limited 1-night stays). Learn More
Additional Entry Requirements for U.S. Passport Holders
A valid passport is required for international tours. There are entry requirements for U.S. passport holders. Please visit our Passports & Visas page to learn more about any required actions, next steps, and additional costs.
There are approximately 200 steps at the Sydney Opera House. Travelers will encounter uneven surfaces to complete the Walpa Gorge walk. Most point-to-point transportation is done by flights. There may be a couple of early mornings, dependent on your group's flight schedule.
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Passengers who purchase flights will depart 2 days before the tour starts and return on the same day as the tour ends.
For flight details, see Before You Depart.
Today we touch down in the lively harbor city of Auckland on New Zealand's North Island. We'll be greeted at the airport and escorted to our upscale city-center hotel where we'll join our tour director for a welcome drink and a brief orientation walk.
Accommodations: Crowne Plaza Auckland or similar
Today we'll discover this coastal gem's maritime heritage and indigenous people. We'll join our guide for a drive via Parnell Village to Mission Bay, a seaside suburb boasting a picturesque waterfront. Then we'll journey to Bastion Point for spectacular views of the harbor—one of two that helped earn Auckland its “City of Sails” moniker. We'll also visit the Auckland Museum, where we can learn about the native culture of the Maori—Eastern Polynesians that arrived in New Zealand over 1,000 years ago and still account for 14% of the population. One of the day’s highlights? We get to take in a traditional Maori performance. Then spend the afternoon at leisure, exploring independently. When evening falls, we'll join our fellow travelers for a welcome dinner.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Time to go island-hopping—flying to South Island’s Queenstown, New Zealand’s lakeside resort destination surrounded by the Southern Alps. In the afternoon, we'll accompany our tour director on a stroll through this charming town from our postcard-worthy hotel nestled near the shore of picturesque Lake Wakatipu, New Zealand’s third-largest lake. Tonight we'll enjoy dinner at the hotel.
Accommodations: Millennium Hotel Queenstown or similar
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Today’s outing takes us to one of the most scenic spots in the world. First, we'll take a drive along Lake Wakatipu to witness more of its dramatic lightning bolt shape. Then we’ll voyage through dense forests and past shimmering Lake Te Anau—New Zealand’s largest southern glacial lake. Watch out the window for Fiordland National Park and the Homer Tunnel—a 1.2 km passageway through solid rock that was built over 19 years. When we arrive at Milford Sound, it’s all aboard for an unforgettable cruise through towering fjords and past majestic waterfalls. Later, we'll return to Queenstown in the early evening.
Meals: Breakfast
Experience a day on the town your own way—and at your own pace. Looking for something to do that’s a little farther afield? You could always visit the famous Walter Peak Sheep Station located on the opposite bank of Lake Wakatipu. Here, you can join a farmyard tour, catch a sheep shearing demo, help feed the farm’s wooly residents and watch professional sheepdogs hard at work.
Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast, we'll say goodbye to Queenstown to travel to nearby Arrowtown. This former gold rush village blends history and nature in perfect harmony. Take time to admire the well-preserved buildings and walk through the leafy streets while we learn about Arrowtown’s rich past. As we proceed on our journey, countryside vistas unfold on our way to Kawarau Gorge (hint: watch for bungee jumpers). Then we’ll arrive at the top of the Otago Peninsula at Dunedin, a vibrant town with an impressive architectural heritage and wealth of diverse attractions, where we’ll check into our hotel.
Accommodations: Scenic Hotel Southern Cross or similar
Meals: Breakfast
This morning, we'll set out on an orientation tour of the city. In its center, Dunedin is truly a city of Spires with towers, gables, and turrets plus solid, gracious stone buildings, all earning Dunedin the title of the most Victorian City in New Zealand. We'll also enjoy a guided visit to Olveston House, a 35-room mansion built between 1904 and 1906 for David Theomin as an “English country house in the city.” In 1966, the last surviving member of the Theomin family gifted the home to the city so visitors could explore this life-sized time capsule, still filled with art, antiques, and furniture from around the world. This evening, we'll enjoy a Haggis Ceremony and dinner. Dunedin has evolved its own Haggis Ceremonies – they are lively, ritualistic, and colorful.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
After breakfast, we'll say farewell to Dunedin and drive along the rugged eastern coastline to the historic port town of Oamaru. Here, we'll have time to explore the historic warehouse district. Its buildings are made from locally quarried limestone and are now filled with galleries, shops, artisans, and delicious places to eat and drink. We'll continue to the seaside town of Timaru before turning inland to the bustling rural town of Geraldine, a popular stop for travelers with craft shops and cafes featuring local produce. Once we've had some time for refreshments, we'll cross the Canterbury Plains, edged by the majestic Southern Alps, to Christchurch, New Zealand's second-largest city.
Accommodations: Crowne Plaza Christchurch or similar
Meals: Breakfast
This morning we'll proceed to the airport for our flight across the Tasman Sea to Sydney, Australia! We'll experience the vibrancy of Sydney on our introductory tour of one of the world's most spectacular cities. We'll tour The Rocks area where Sydney was first settled, Botanic Gardens, and enjoy a photo stop at Mrs. Macquarie's Chair with the spectacular harbour as a backdrop to the Sydney Harbour Bridge and the celebrated Opera House. We'll drive along Macquarie Street past the sandstone colonial buildings of the Parliament House, State Library, and St. Mary's Cathedral. Our coach tour end at the jetty for a delicious buffet lunch cruise around Sydney Harbour filled with photo opportunities of Sydney's landmarks like Sydney Harbour Bridge, the Opera House, and Fort Denison, all with informative commentary. After lunch, we'll check into our Sydney hotel with the remainder of the afternoon free to relax or explore the city independently.
Accommodations: ParkRoyal Darling Harbour or similar
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Today we travel to the famous Bondi Beach where we may have the opportunity to stroll along the beachfront promenade with locals and see the surfers and famous Aussie lifesavers on patrol. We'll continue through the exclusive eastern suburbs and historic Paddington with its unique terrace houses before we return to the city for a guided tour of the Sydney Opera House, now one of Australia's most recognizable icons. We'll uncover untold stories, anecdotes, history, and discover the magic beneath the sails with unforgettable moments from past Concert Hall performances, and the past and future of this world-famous hall in an immersive digital experience. After our tour, we're free to see our favorite sights in greater depth on our own.
Meals: Breakfast
Because there’s just so much to see and do in Sydney, we’re giving you the full day to explore on your own. One suggestion is an optional tour of the Blue Mountains.
Meals: Breakfast
Today, we depart for Uluru (Ayers Rock). Ayers Rock is in the heart of one of the most remote wilderness regions on earth. We'll discover the traditions of one of the world's oldest cultures and experience the dramatic landscape of one of the greatest natural wonders. This afternoon, we'll embark on a sightseeing tour to Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) before continuing to the base of Walpa Gorge. We'll spend time exploring the gorge and the unusual conglomerate rock formations and then travel to the Uluru sunset viewing area to see the striking color changes of Uluru at sunset with some complimentary wine.
Accommodations: Desert Gardens Hotel - Ayers Rock Resort or similar
Meals: Breakfast
This morning, we'll meet for a memorable sunrise at the base of Uluru and then travel to the Mutitjulu Walk where we'll be escorted to the Waterhole, which has been a key source of water for the Aboriginal people in the area for many thousands of years. See Aboriginal rock art and learn about the flora, fauna, and cultural traditions of the Aboriginal owners, the Anangu. We'll visit the Uluru – Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre, which houses an amazing collection of original ceramics, paintings, and punu (woodwork) that provide an insight into the unique and spiritual culture of the Anangu people, the traditional custodians of Uluru. The rest of the day is at leisure and we may consider the optional Sound of Silence Dinner.
Meals: Breakfast
Today we board our flight to tropical Cairns, the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef—one of the seven natural wonders of the world. Here we'll check into our hotel, where we encourage you to relax and enjoy the swimming pool—you’re in paradise after all!
Accommodations: Pacific Hotel Cairns or similar
Our journey begins the moment we board a high-speed catamaran for Green Island, an unspoiled 6,000-year-old coral cay located in the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. With its unique reef and rainforest environment, this 37-acre island provides a superior tropical experience. In fact, Green Island is the only coral cay on the Great Barrier Reef with a rainforest growing on it—home to 126 native plant species, colorful bird life, and over 1,500 different species of tropical fish. Enjoy a self-guided Eco Island walk, take a ride in a glass-bottom boat to view the magnificent coral of the inner reef, or relax on the white coral sand beaches. There are many other optional activities offered on the island to enjoy as well. After our Great Barrier Reef adventure, we'll return to Cairns in the afternoon.
Meals: Breakfast
Spend the day at your leisure right here in tropical Cairns, or take an optional tour aboard a scenic skyrail to the aboriginal village of Kuranda, where we'll immerse ourselves in the culture or get up close with the local wildlife. Tonight, we'll enjoy a farewell dinner with your group.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Today we bid farewell to “the Land Down Under” and board our return flight. We'll cross the International Dateline and regain the day “lost” at the beginning of the trip. Our magical Australia and New Zealand tour comes to an end as we arrive in Los Angeles today.
Meals: Breakfast
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and will be confirmed upon receipt of your non-refundable,
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Optional Tours
Customize your trip with these optional tours.
Enhance your trip with our recommended optional tours.
Indicated optional tours are available to pre-book
when you reserve your trip and can be added to your
reservation up to final payment. This is the best option
to guarantee your spot on your preferred optional tour!
Optional tours require a minimum number of participants.
Optional tours are non-refundable unless they do not operate.
Some optional tours can be purchased in-destination and
may cost extra. The payment methods and currency
information to purchase tours in-destination will be
provided on final documentation.
2023 Departures Only. Day 5 Afternoon Tour
Board the vintage steamship TSS Earnslaw for an afternoon cruise across Lake Wakatipu to Walter Peak Farm, where you’ll enjoy afternoon tea, stroll around the beautiful lakeside gardens, and see farm animals and work demonstrations before steaming back to Queenstown later in the afternoon.
AVAILABLE TO PRE-BOOK!
Day 5 Morning Tour
Experience one of Queenstown's most exhilarating activities: the Wilderness Jet. This half-day adventure takes us on a spectacular journey deep into the heart of the world-renowned Mount Aspiring National Park. We'll experience breathtaking scenery and an exhilarating jet boat ride as we follow the braided, glacier-fed rivers with 360 degree spins along the way. Our guide will share with us the area's rich history, the Greenstone Trail, and countless Maori legends. We'll also take the chance to stop and walk amongst the ancient beech tree forests, which we may recognize from the Lord of the Rings films.
Note: This experience is not suitable for pregnant women, those with specific medical conditions, including people who suffer from back or neck injuries.
AVAILABLE TO PRE-BOOK!
Day 7 Afternoon Tour
Embark on a guided excursion to the scenic Otago Peninsula on this optional tour. From Dunedin, we'll take the spectacular "High Road," offering amazing views of both the Pacific Ocean and Otago Harbor. As we arrive at Larnach Castle, we'll travel back in time for our guided tour of New Zealand's only castle. Larnach Castle was built in 1871, and during our visit, we'll learn more about the castle's scandalous and tragic history and why William Larnach took his own life. We'll see the magnificent carved ceilings, antiques, and craftsmanship. We'll have a chance to take photos of the castle and gardens before we continue to Wellers Rock where we'll embark on a one-hour wildlife cruise. We'll see the diversity and abundance of wildlife on spectacular Taiaroa Head, the world's only mainland nesting place for the Northern Royal Albatross. The region is also home to fur seals, dolphins, sea lions, and an array of rarely seen ocean birds, and marine animals in their natural environment. After our cruise, we'll return to Dunedin, arriving at our hotel in the late afternoon.
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Day 11 Full-Day Tour
Today we'll travel across the Sydney Harbour Bridge and onto the Australian Wildlife Park, home to a comprehensive collection of native wildlife. In addition to the many koalas and kangaroos, we'll see Fairy Penguins, colorful parrots, and other unique Australian reptiles and wildlife. Our tour continues west up into the Blue Mountains, an area of stunning natural beauty, sweeping vistas, and vast acres of pristine bushland. The area is also home to the famous Three Sisters sandstone rock formation, formed millions of years ago and the formation is attached to Aboriginal dream-time stories. We'll also visit iconic lookouts in this wonderland of sandstone outcrops, and hazy blue eucalyptus forests for some stunning views. We'll visit the quaint mountain village of Leura with some free time to explore the many shops and galleries and an opportunity to enjoy lunch. We'll stop at Echo Point for scenic views, drive through the picturesque township of Katoomba, then along Cliff Drive with breathtaking views over Megalong Valley.
Note: If minimum numbers are not met, the tour will operate as a seat-in vehicle option which means it will not be exclusive to smarTours.
AVAILABLE TO PRE-BOOK!
Day 13 Evening Tour
Enjoy a unique and unforgettable evening in the Australian outback with an award-winning dining experience and a sunset over Uluru (Ayers Rock). We'll enjoy a three-course bush tucker-inspired buffet with Australian wine and amazing stargazing.
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$99, lunch and tea included
Day 15 Full-Day Tour
Our smarTours program includes a cruise to Green Island on the inner Great Barrier Reef. This optional upgrade takes us aboard a 32-meter luxury catamaran to picturesque Michaelmas Cay for snorkeling on the Great Barrier Reef and an experience we'll never forget. Michaelmas Cay is an isolated sand island surrounded by magical coral gardens pulsating with marine life. There is also plenty to do while staying dry! Explore the Cay and discover the bird life (it's a sanctuary for over 20,000 seabirds), hop into the semi-submersible and tour the underwater world with a Marine Biologist or just relax on the beach or decks of the catamaran. A delicious hot and cold buffet lunch, morning and afternoon tea, and snorkeling equipment are included.
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Day 16 Full-Day Tour
Today, enjoy a full-day tour of the World Heritage-listed rainforest. We'll travel by coach to board the Kuranda Scenic Railway as we wind our way through a tropical paradise framed by rugged mountains with waterfalls tumbling forever into deep ravines. Upon reaching the village of Kuranda, some time to explore some unique shopping experiences awaits us. After a short coach transfer to the Rainforestation Nature Park, we'll tour the world heritage rainforest in a 6-wheel drive amphibious army duck, seeing fascinating plants and wildlife. We'll learn more about aboriginal culture with a traditional dance performance depicting animals, food gathering, and hunting. Later, on a guided Dreamtime Walk, we'll try boomerang throwing, see spear throwing, and listen to didgeridoo playing. Following a delicious BBQ lunch, we'll transfer to join the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway over the pristine rainforest just meters above the rainforest canopy, stopping along the way to take a stroll or visit the CSIRO Interpretive Centre. Later, we'll return to our hotel by coach.
Note: If minimum numbers are not met, the tour will operate as a seat-in vehicle option which means it will not be exclusive to smarTours.
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Featured Accommodations
Surrounded by the city’s shopping, theaters and restaurants.
128 Albert Street, Auckland, 1010, New Zealand
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Located in the heart of the action with scenic city and mountain views.
32 Frankton Road, Queenstown, 9300, New Zealand
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The city’s largest and most established hotel, complete with on-property casino.
118 High Street, Dunedin, 9016, New Zealand
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1 Yulara Dr, Yulara NT 0872, Australia
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43 The Esplanade Cairns 4870 QLD Australia
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Mary G
We so enjoyed the trip, made special by our tour guides Adrian Oldfield (NZ) and Leonie Brooks (Oz). Both provided more info than we could retain, but they kept trying to keep us informed. They were also happy to join in some of the silly conversations a cohesive group can initiate! SmarTours' diverse choices of sites to visit were commendable, too. But the Farm Stay was superb! The King family gave authenticity to the New Zealand economy. Their food, accommodations, and conversation were delightful.
Evelyn C
My husband and I recently returned from our New Zealand/Australia vacation. Although we were apprehensive, because of the present wildfire situation, we decided to proceed with the tour. SmarTours were very informative and kept us apprised of the situation which kept us assured throughout.
Both guides (Adrian in New Zealand and Mark in Australia) were fantastic! They were extremely knowledgeable and interesting. They were very helpful with assisting in planning down day activities and going "over and beyond" with even the smallest details from informing the group on local transit practices to assisting in booking activities outside of those offered on the tour.
The entire group we were with were wonderful and we quickly bonded which enhanced the experience that much more. We both commented that had the tour ended after our first leg (New Zealand), we still would have felt that we had received our money's worth.
Thank you SmarTours!
I M
This was a great trip!! New Zealand was very scenic with all the water, mountains and open spaces. The pace of the tour was good., not too taxing or hurried. Great Barrier reef tour will be forever in my memories, since I donned the scuba helmet and went down on the bottom.
The people were very friendly and heartwarming. I was apprehensive about the farm tour where we stayed overnight with a local family, but this was another memory that I will forever enjoy. We stayed with a local family and learned about their life on the farm, their children's schooling and had a home made meal of fresh meat and vegetables and a wonderful dessert called Pavlova.
I also enjoyed Australia also but this tour was basically a city tour and I'm more the scenic type. Not to downplay Sydney and Melbourne which was bustling with people and things to dos and see.
So glad I was able to do this trip.
James B
Overall very good trip to feel some of the countries, towns, and areas familiarity, however, it would be even better if two more days were added to experience the Australia's Outback. The quality of the hotels and travel were very good. The value was good and the trip was what we envisioned, however, it would have been good to have a detailed explanation of the duties of the U.S. Escort versus a Guide. Our escort knew the duties and was somewhat familiar on what was experienced earlier in life but was not that knowledgeable as a guide especially in the bigger cities. All in all a very pleasant experience and I would recommend it.
Lorna
Attention to detail outstanding. Accommodations outstanding as well. Optional tours very good although we added a trip to the opera since a great opera showing while we were in Sydney. Something management might consider in the future and skip farm stay in NZ. Overall it was a great tour!!! Highly recommend to all.
E
Certainly a whirlwind trip and happy memories. NZ landscape is stunning and people we met were so welcoming. The farm stay in Fairlie was a high point. Stays in Australia also gave us new experiences.
Betty's role was adequate but not outstanding. A number of us felt that she was condescending a few times. I have toured with other companies so I do have a comparison to guides.
Due to weather, we were unable to go on the Kuranda Skyrail. We paid $172 for the the days activities so I understand that we would receive only a partial refund to compensate for the skyrail. However, I did expect that it would be more than $45.
As you may be aware, we had some travel challenges with Qantas. I am not sure I would elect individually to ever travel with them again. Of course, SmarTours is not responsible for that.
Finally, I would suggest that the tour start in Australia then go to New Zealand.
It would be better to do the busy cities and activities at the beginning then, as one's energy level wanes, go to NZ which was more relaxing.
Cornelia
The trip to New Zealand and Australia were amazing! I would suggest adding a day to each location to be able to explore more. Going that distance from the USA and all the different places to see in country there is just not enough time. So instead of 19 days it would be 25 or so!
Anonymous
There were many airport delays with Qantas. At one point they gave all our seats away. We lost 1/2 day in Auckland. They landed in Townsville instead of Cairns. We had to sit there 8 hours and lost another 1/2 day. Our tour director was unpleasant. She spoke rudely to many people on the tour. She was unhelpful and confusing. She couldn't be reached in an emergency as she didn't share contact information. We enjoyed both countries and the people on our tour.
Deborah
The tour of New Zealand and Australia were enlightening. Betty, our tour director, was excellent with directions and keeping us all informed about each days events and times. Betty even arranged scuba diving for me in Cairns and Ziplining in Queenstown, New Zealand. The homestay in New Zealand was a bonus to this trip. I could have stayed longer. Our hotels were excellent and in central locations for easy walking. This was my 11th Smartours trip and I have already booked two more.
Sally
I was surprised the transportation to the optional tours was not included in the cost of that tour. I also would’ve liked to of had a guide from Australia or New Zealand instead of an American.
Michael
I enjoyed the tour very much. Liz, our guide, was professional and gave excellent advice. New Zealand and Australia were new to me and it seemed that the itinerary touched on a pleasing variety of sights, experiences, and locations within the time we had. We also were fortunate to have great travelling companions and good weather. I'm very satisfied with our experience.
Suzanne
This tour was my first with SmarTours. I liked the tour and was very happy with Liz Moran as our guide. I didn’t see any reason to go to Auckland, just a city. Our “farm experience” was a bed and breakfast, not a working farm as expected. I loved the four wheel drive in Queenstown on the Wakatipu river. It was a great add on tour. I’m sure you’ve heard how unsatisfactory the hotel in Cairns was. Construction dust everywhere and mold in the air vents. Bad choice of accommodations on your part.
Anonymous
This was our 5th Smartours and my rating is "good". The trip was exceptional. New Zealand was a wonderful revelation and Australia was fantastic. The tour group was close and friendly. The Tour Escort (note-not "guide") certainly got the group efficiently from place to place but was not a resident and therefore provided extremely little insight into the land, the people, the customs, culture, history or society. All this has been provided on previous tours and took my rating down a notch. The escort seemed to be a bit detached from the group and therefore made some of us feel as though we were a bit of a distraction rather than a focus. I urge Smartours to only use residents of the country as tour guides. We travel to learn about other places and cultures and, in my opinion, this was not provided in this instance
Anonymous
Amazing trip. Everything was organized and thought out. Only downfalls were staying in Dunedin and our tour guide should have been a native Australian.
The bus driver in New Zealand was knowledagble about everywhere we went including history and current events. We missed out is Australia not having someone who was extremely familiar with where we visited and knowing the local culture.
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