Tours and Trips in Australia and the Pacific

Embark on a 3-hour cruise of Doubtful Sound in New Zealand, starting from Te Anau or Manapouri. You'll travel by coach to Manapouri Lake for a short boat ride, followed by a bus trip over Wilmot Pass. En route, stop for alpine views of the UNESCO-listed Fiordland National Park, before taking in the dramatic landscapes, soaring peaks and wildlife of Doubtful Sound.

Visit Dreamworld, Australia's largest theme park, with these admission ticket options. Featuring several theme areas, the park is a popular tourist attraction, especially for families, and includes water rides, roller coasters, a wildlife experience, and plenty of large-than-life characters. Choose between 1-, 3-, and 7-day ticket packages. Plus, the park offers dining options fit for a range of diets, including gluten free, dairy free, and vegetarian.

Board the Taieri Gorge Railway for a legendary trip on this train-lover's shore excursion from Dunedin, which includes a 2-hour sightseeing tour by coach. You'll journey by rail through stunning scenery surrounding the Taieri River, passing over century-old viaducts. Then see Otago University, the Dunedin Botanical Gardens, stately homes and other historical sites of Dunedin and the Otago Peninsula before you're returned to the Dunedin port.

Dunedin is a city full of culture and history and also conveniently close to wildlife reserves and unspoilt nature. See both sides of the city in one day on this small-group tour. Take in the central sights, such as the Railway Station and the steepest street in the world, Baldwin Street. Stroll through the manicured gardens of Larnach Castle on the way to the Otago Peninsula, home to albatross, seals, penguins, and sea lions.

Watch for dolphins in the Bay of Islands on a 4-hour wildlife cruise by high-speed catamaran, with the chance to swim alongside a pod of dolphins. This half-day dolphin tour is specially designed to respect the dolphins' habitat, and includes use of snorkeling equipment and a wetsuit. Both morning and afternoon departures are available.

See the central sights of Dunedin and visit the Olveston Historic Home on a shore excursion of Dunedin attractions. When your ship pulls into port, a professional guide escorts you through the city by coach. View the University of Otago, Dunedin Botanic Garden and stately historic buildings before a 1-hour guided tour of Olveston, which includes the mansion and its landscaped gardens.

Explore Dunedin highlights on a 3-hour, small-group tour that goes from the city's historic landmarks to the beaches of the Otago Peninsula. You'll see the University of Otago, the Dunedin Railway Station, and more, then continue to the beautiful Otago Peninsula, pausing for a walk on St. Clair beach and esplanade. Group size is limited to 13 people to ensure personalized service, and this tour includes pickup and drop-off at Port Chalmers, with departure times that are tailored to cruise ship arrivals.

Join a small group for a full-day tour of Dunedin and the Otago Peninsula. During the city tour, see landmarks such as the University of Otago, Baldwin Street, and Scottish heritage sites. Next explore the Otago Peninsula, including Otago Harbour, Sandfly Bay, Tunnel Beach, and historic Larnach Castle. Your tour includes pickup and drop-off in central Dunedin or the port.

Explore the city of Dunedin at your own pace with a 2-hour self-guided audio tour. Learn about the history and heritage of the city as you take in landmarks such as the Octagon, Dunedin Railway Station, and St Paul's Cathedral. You can also find some of New Zealand's steepest streets and local establishments like Speight's Brewery. Simply download the audio file and maps, then begin whenever you like.

Travel with a small group to explore the city of Dunedin and the Otago Peninsula. You'll get personalized attention from your guide and enjoy an intimate atmosphere with your fellow travelers as you hit all the highlights, such as Larnach Castle, Penguin Place, the Octagon, the Dunedin Rail Station, the University of Otago, and more. Along the way, listen to engaging commentary from your guide and enjoy the opportunity to ask questions.

This Doubtful Sound overnight cruise takes you over Manapouri Lake to this South Island gem in the UNESCO-listed Fiordland National Park. Board the 'Fiordland Navigator,' a traditional three-mast sailing scow, and cruise past soaring granite peaks in New Zealand's second-largest fiord. Learn from an onboard nature guide about wildlife such as fur seals, penguins and bottlenose dolphins. Then spend the night in a comfortable cabin, including a 3-course buffet dinner and breakfast. Join the cruise in Manapouri or include coach transfers from Te Anau or Queenstown.

Entertain the whole family with an adventure-filled morning at the Enchanted Adventure Garden, then explore the highlights of the famous Mornington Peninsula on this full-day tour. Tackle the 2-hour course complete with ziplines, suspension bridges and tube slides, then journey to Arthur's Seat to admire the views and finish with a visit to a strawberry farm or prestigious winery (depending on the season). This action-packed tour includes hotel pick-up and drop-off from Melbourne.

Swap the cruise port for the Dunedin countryside on a half-day shore excursion that includes the Otago Peninsula. Your sightseeing tour covers highlights of the city center such as the Dunedin Railway Station, then travels to several village suburbs, stopping en route at scenic lookouts and for a beachside view of basking sea lions. Enjoy the personalized attention from your guide on this small-group tour, limited to 19 people.

When your cruise ship docks in Dunedin, take a full-day excursion that combines two South Isalnd highlights: a scenic round-trip ride on the Taieri Gorge Railway, and an afternoon tour of the Otago Peninsula. The train steams from Dunedin to Pukerangi, passing through Taieri Plains and Taieri Gorge, and stopping en route for photo ops. Then dig your toes into the sand of Otago's beaches and keep a lookout for marine wildlife.

On this 5-hour Rotorua city tour, you'll stroll alongside Pohutu Geyser and boiling mud pools at the Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve. See Rotorua's key attractions, including the Maori Arts and Crafts Institute and Rainbow Springs nature park. At the Agrodome Sheep Show, you're treated to demonstrations at an authentic New Zealand farm. Book an optional lunch, and upgrade to include a Skyline Rotorua Gondola ride or a tour of the Hobbiton Movie Set featured in 'The Lord of the Rings' and 'The Hobbit' trilogies.

When your ship pulls into port, relax on a sightseeing tour of Dunedin and take in the magnificent scenery of the Otago Peninsula by rail. Start your shore excursion with a guided 1-hour tour of the Olveston Historic Home, a 35-room mansion with fine art and furnishings. Then soak up the views of the Pacific Ocean during a 1.5-hour round-trip train journey. See the city highlights on an afternoon coach tour including steep Baldwin Street and St Clair Beach.

Spend time at the EcoWorld Aquarium & Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre when your cruise ship pulls into port in Picton. You'll see ancient reptiles called tuataras and get acquainted with little blue penguins rescued from the Marlborough Sounds. On-site staff take you behind the scenes to discover New Zealand's conservation in action.

Relax on Sydney Harbour enjoying a seafood and carvery buffetIf you're stuck for ideas this Easter, there is no better way to spend an afternoon than relaxing on Sydney Harbour enjoying a delicious seafood and carvery buffet to the back drop of live musicians performing on deck.Come and enjoy a delicious seafood & carvery buffet served with oysters and prawns along with the fresh salads and breads, whilst enjoying a 3 hour cruise on Sydney's beautiful harbour.

Sometimes driving through a small part of the Australian Outback isn't enough.  See the desert from above on a morning hot-air balloon ride. This tour from Alice Springs gets you up in the air near dawn for either a 30- or 60-minute ride. Spot wildlife, including the elusive Red Kangaroo, from above, take in views of the landscape, and enjoy sparkling wine afterward.

Beat the crowds with early access to the Hobbiton Movie Set, where The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit movies were filmed. A guide gives you a behind-the-scenes peek at places normally only visited by the film crews. This small group includes round-trip coach transport from your Auckland hotel and breakfast at the Green Dragon Inn.