Tours and Trips in Australia and the Pacific

Enjoy a full-day tour of the stunning Whitsunday Islands, traveling on a sturdy motorized raft to world-famous Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet Beach. You get to choose from two tours that offer either more snorkeling or more beach time. Gain exclusive access to secluded spots where you can snorkel around pristine coral reefs, and take a walk with your guide in the national park to a lookout point with spectacular views. Your boat travels quickly across the ocean, giving you more time to enjoy the Whitsundays.

Experience the best of New Zealand's North Island during this 4-day, 3-night, sightseeing excursion. Discover the capital city of Auckland, the famous 'Hobbiton' movie set, Waitomo Caves, the Bay of Islands, the Waitangi Treaty Grounds, and much more. Three nights of accommodations, air-conditioned coach transport, and entrance fees are covered.

Experience the exhilaration of travelling at super-fast speeds during a 45-minute jet boat ride on the Gold Coast from Surfers Paradise. Climb aboard a state-of-the-art jet boat and roar across the Pacific Ocean at high velocity. Marvel at the skill of your skipper as 360-degree turns and jolting stops are performed. Dive over breaking waves while enjoying stunning views of Surfers Paradise and scouring the sea for sightings of dolphins and whales.

Discover the sun-bronzed shores and fashion-forward streets of Noosa Heads, one of the most famous towns of Australia's Sunshine Coast, on this full-day tour from Brisbane. Browse the shops along lively Hastings Street, walk the seafront promenade along Noosa Beach and enjoy a ferry cruise along the Noosa River. After lunch (not included), explore the arts and crafts village of Montville and enjoy a short hike through the Mary Cairncross Park, taking in dramatic views of the Glass House Mountains.

Explore the natural bounty of Queensland on this full-day tour to Lamington National Park from Gold Coast or Brisbane. Soak up spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean from atop Mt Tambourine, and create your own adventure at O'Reilly's Rainforest Retreat. Encounter flocks of king parrots and other native bird species on a treetop canopy walk, and try your hand at bird feeding on a ground-level bush walk. Visit a local alpaca farm for a furry finish to the day!

Explore beautiful North Stradbroke Island on this guided adventure from Brisbane. After a convenient pickup at the Roma Street Busway Station, hop on a ferry and head to Stradbroke. Search for koalas, kangaroos, whales, and other marine and wildlife, enjoy a delicious lunch, and stop by popular spots like Adder Rock Lookout and Brown Lake, where visitors can swim in its tea tree-infused waters.

Do you know, that Auckland is situated in narrowest part of the North Island? Thus the calm beaches of Hauraki Gulf on the East are just a 40 minutes drive from the black sands of the rough and wild West Coast.Yes, these two shores are dramatically different, and this is what we will explore, together with everything inland on our way in between, including:- scenic beach and nature walks- wine tasting- coffee break- some adventure elements- great photos opportunities

Set sail for a scenic cruise around the Noosa Everglades on this full-day tour, including hotel pick-up from Noosa Heads or Noosaville. Zip down the Noosa River on a motorboat, then spot some of Australia's most vibrant birds as you drift around the Cooroibah and Cootharaba lakes. Hop on a canoe and paddle your way along the River of Mirrors in the Great Sandy National Park. After tuck, into a roast lunch with  stunning views of Lake Cootharaba.

While in Rotorua, take a wild and wacky ride in an Outdoor Gravity Orb (OGO). You’ll love ‘orbing’ downhill as you slide around inside an inflatable ball. Choose from three different runs — a straight slope, a multipoint harness or a curvy water ride — and get instruction before enjoying twists and turns. Document the latest thrill with a provided hand-held go pro, and relax between rides in the on-site hot tubs.

Spend an afternoon visiting Palm Beach, aka Summer Beach from the famous Australian TV show 'Home and Away.' Your expert guide shares the inside scoop on the people and places from the hit TV series, and you can snap photos at outdoor filming locations from the show. You may even get meet some of the cast and watch the filming in action. You'll also visit the seaside town of Manly and see other renowned surfing beaches. This tour is a must-do for 'Home and Away' fans when in Sydney!

See the magnificent wildlife of the Werribee Open Range Zoo during a 75-minute off-road safari by 4-wheel drive vehicle. Your guide heads off road where you become immersed in the savanna and its amazing animals including giraffes, rhinos, and zebras. Includes admission to the zoo and the option to explore the zoo further at your leisure.

Bring in the New Year from 1,013 feet (309 meters) at Studio Sydney Tower. Say goodbye to 2018 at Sydney's highest venue while indulging in complimentary champagne and enjoying a delicious six-course tasting menu with wine pairings. Marvel at panoramic views and experience breathtaking fireworks displays during this memorable New Year's Eve celebration.

Discover the underwater treasures of the Great Barrier Reef on this full-day catamaran cruise to Michaelmas Cay from Cairns. Snorkel straight from the white sandy beaches to swim among amazing coral gardens and get an up-close encounter with tropical marine life. Go deeper with an optional introductory scuba dive, or admire the reef on a semi-submarine boat tour. Chat with marine biologists to learn about the thousands of migratory seabirds that nest on the protected cay, and refuel with a buffet lunch featuring fresh seafood.

Ride along dirt tracks and trails on a 30-minute or 1-hour 4WD adventure in Rotorua, and experience New Zealand off-roading. You'll explore rolling farmland and scenic native forests with an professional guide who will drive you to a viewpoint overlooking Lake Rotorua and Mokoia Island. This small-group 4WD tour is limited to five participants per buggy.

Visit Brisbane's oldest standing residence, Newstead House.  Considered the jewel in the crown of South East Queensland's historic properties the home was built in 1846 and holds a commanding position, with stunning views over Newstead Park & the Brisbane River.  You are invited to explore Newstead House, taking in the stunning views at your leisure during opening times. Friday & Saturday 10am - 2pm | Sunday 10am - 4pm.   Your general entry ticket also includes a one hour guided tour, offered daily at 11.30am.

Enjoy an afternoon cruise in the Noosa Everglades for another perspective on the Sunshine Coast. See Australian wildlife as you glide across Lake Cooroibah and Lake Cootharaba to reach the Noosa River, situated within Great Sandy National Park's Cooloola Recreation Area. Learn from informative commentary supplied by your captain on this 2-hour boat tour as you sit back and relax in this unique natural environment. After your Noosa Everglades cruise, you'll enjoy an anipasto platter while overlooking Lake Cootharaba.

Feel your heart pumping as you sway into a wide arc on the Nevis Swing, suspended from a high platform above the Nevis River. The world's largest swing lets you free-fall before swooping through the air at high speed. Enjoy a 40-minute drive from Queenstown before starting your daredevil experience in New Zealand's adventure capital. Ride solo or with a friend, but if you'd prefer to watch you can select the Spectator Pass at booking.

When the Old Melbourne Gaol was built in the mid-1800s, it dominated the Melbourne skyline as a symbol of authority. Inside the Gaol, dangerous criminals were held alongside petty offenders, the homeless and the mentally ill.Between 1842 and its closure in 1929 the gaol was the scene of 133 hangings including Australia's most infamous citizen, the bushranger Ned Kelly. Today you can visit the Old Melbourne Gaol to find out what life was like for the men and women who lived and died here all those years ago.

Enjoy an introduction to the collections of the National Museum of Australia, located in the Australian capital of Canberra. Get the ultimate museum experience with a fascinating one-hour tour of the museum, and breakfast or lunch in the museum's cafe. Your meal is accompanied by one glass of wine, beer or a non-alcoholic beverage, and you can take in views of Lake Burley Griffin waterfront from the cafe. Afterward, feel free to browse the museum's exhibits on your own.

Enjoy a night of opera under the stars at Handa Opera's performance of West Side Story. The dramatic tale unfolds on an open-air floating stage set on the Sydney Harbour shore, with incredible views of the Sydney Opera House, Harbour Bridge and city skyline in the background. Have your choice of seating for this must-see production by Opera Australia, playing for four weeks only in March and April 2019.