12 or 15 days
New Zealand, Australia, extension to Hawaii

From afar, New Zealand and Australia may seem similar. An up-close look reveals distinct cultures and personalities.

Both descend from the same British colonial family tree, so you may struggle to tell the accents apart in the streets of Auckland and Sydney. But as you dig deeper in the Māori culture in Rotorua and Aboriginal roots along the Great Barrier Reef in Cairns, each country's individual identity becomes clear.
  • Day 1: Fly to New Zealand

  • Day 2: Cross the International Date Line

  • Day 3: Auckland

    Meet your Tour Director at the airport

    Take a tour of Auckland
    Explore on your own or
    Add this in-depth excursion:
    All Blacks Experience rugby showcase or Wētā Workshop Unleashed

    All Blacks Experience rugby showcase or Wētā Workshop Unleashed

    Choose between two memorable, hands-on experiences: the All Blacks Experience rugby showcase or Wētā Workshop Unleashed. In the former, you’ll learn about rugby’s history and get to test your skills firsthand in an interactive play zone. At Wētā Workshop Unleashed, you’ll journey into the world of horror, fantasy, and sci-fi filmmaking as you explore make-believe film sets and participate in a hands-on crafting workshop.  

  • Day 4: Auckland • Rotorua

    Travel to Rotorua 

    Watch a sheep and dog show at the Agrodome

  • Day 5: Rotorua

    Take a Rotorua duck boat tour

    Take a tour of a Rotorua geothermal park

    Ride the Skyline Gondola

    Learn about jade carving in a local craftsman's shop

    Visit a Māori Village for a traditional hāngi feast

  • Day 6: Rotorua • Auckland • Sydney

    Transfer to Auckland airport

    Fly to Sydney

  • Day 7: Sydney

    Take a tour of Sydney

    Visit the National Opal Collection

    Take a boat ride across the harbor to Watsons Bay

    Visit the Hyde Park Barracks Museum

    Visit the Sydney Tower

    Take a walking tour of the Rocks neighborhood

  • Day 8: Sydney

    Explore on your own or
    Add this in-depth excursion:
    Sydney Harbor & Opera House

    Sydney Harbor & Opera House

    Explore the Sydney Harbor area from multiple perspectives, starting with the arched Harbor Bridge and its stunning pylon lookout offering 360-degree views. Then, take in the sea and sky—perhaps upside down—while enjoying rollercoasters and other rides at the iconic Luna Park. Lunch is included (just try not to lose it!). Finally, take a tour of the world-famous Opera House where you’ll go behind the scenes and see what it takes to get a live production on stage.  

  • Day 9: Sydney • Cairns

    Fly to Cairns

  • Day 10: Cairns

    Board a cruise to the Great Barrier Reef for a full day of snorkeling

    Explore on your own or
    Add this in-depth excursion:
    Snorkeling with a marine biologist

    Snorkeling with a marine biologist

    Enhance your time in the world’s largest reef system by opting for a snorkeling adventure with a marine biologist. Learn about the sights and sounds of the Great Barrier Reef from an expert who can teach you more about the animal and plant life you spot in this interactive, aquatic classroom.

  • Day 11: Cairns

    Explore on your own or
    Add this in-depth excursion:
    Kuranda

    Kuranda

    Take an excursion to the picturesque mountain town of Kuranda, where you’ll learn about traditional Aboriginal culture and customs, along with a guided walk through the rainforest, at the Pamagirri Rainforest Walkabout. Then head to the Skyrail gondola, which you’ll board to take a journey through a pristine rainforest that spans Red Peak and Barron Falls stations’ dramatic mountain lookouts.

  • Day 12: Depart for home

Add 3 more days

  • Day 12: Cairns • Honolulu

    Fly to Honolulu

    Spend some time exploring the North Shore town of Haleiwa

    Visit the Waimea Valley

  • Day 13: Honolulu

    Spend the day relaxing on the beach or exploring more of Honolulu

    Explore on your own or
    Add this in-depth excursion:
    Luau evening

    Luau evening

    Follow the gentle sounds of the ukulele to tonight’s luau, a traditional Hawaiian feast under the stars and swaying palm trees. Once you’ve put on your lei, sit back and enjoy the Polynesian art form of hula, as dancers in grass skirts and flowing gowns perform in perfect time to the beat of the drum. A luau feast usually features chicken, fish, pork and a variety of fresh island fruits and vegetables, so be sure to bring your appetite. 

  • Day 14: Honolulu • Depart for home

    Visit the USS Arizona Memorial

    Tour Honolulu with an expert local guide

  • Day 15: Arrive home

Interested in learning more about this tour?
  • Day 1: Fly to New Zealand

  • Day 2: Cross the International Date Line

  • Day 3: Auckland

    Meet your Tour Director at the airport

    Take a tour of Auckland
    Explore on your own or
    Add this in-depth excursion:
    All Blacks Experience rugby showcase or Wētā Workshop Unleashed

    All Blacks Experience rugby showcase or Wētā Workshop Unleashed

    Choose between two memorable, hands-on experiences: the All Blacks Experience rugby showcase or Wētā Workshop Unleashed. In the former, you’ll learn about rugby’s history and get to test your skills firsthand in an interactive play zone. At Wētā Workshop Unleashed, you’ll journey into the world of horror, fantasy, and sci-fi filmmaking as you explore make-believe film sets and participate in a hands-on crafting workshop.  

  • Day 4: Auckland • Rotorua

    Travel to Rotorua 

    Watch a sheep and dog show at the Agrodome

  • Day 5: Rotorua

    Take a Rotorua duck boat tour

    Take a tour of a Rotorua geothermal park

    Ride the Skyline Gondola

    Learn about jade carving in a local craftsman's shop

    Visit a Māori Village for a traditional hāngi feast

  • Day 6: Rotorua • Auckland • Sydney

    Transfer to Auckland airport

    Fly to Sydney

  • Day 7: Sydney

    Take a tour of Sydney

    Visit the National Opal Collection

    Take a boat ride across the harbor to Watsons Bay

    Visit the Hyde Park Barracks Museum

    Visit the Sydney Tower

    Take a walking tour of the Rocks neighborhood

  • Day 8: Sydney

    Explore on your own or
    Add this in-depth excursion:
    Sydney Harbor & Opera House

    Sydney Harbor & Opera House

    Explore the Sydney Harbor area from multiple perspectives, starting with the arched Harbor Bridge and its stunning pylon lookout offering 360-degree views. Then, take in the sea and sky—perhaps upside down—while enjoying rollercoasters and other rides at the iconic Luna Park. Lunch is included (just try not to lose it!). Finally, take a tour of the world-famous Opera House where you’ll go behind the scenes and see what it takes to get a live production on stage.  

  • Day 9: Sydney • Cairns

    Fly to Cairns

  • Day 10: Cairns

    Board a cruise to the Great Barrier Reef for a full day of snorkeling

    Explore on your own or
    Add this in-depth excursion:
    Snorkeling with a marine biologist

    Snorkeling with a marine biologist

    Enhance your time in the world’s largest reef system by opting for a snorkeling adventure with a marine biologist. Learn about the sights and sounds of the Great Barrier Reef from an expert who can teach you more about the animal and plant life you spot in this interactive, aquatic classroom.

  • Day 11: Cairns

    Explore on your own or
    Add this in-depth excursion:
    Kuranda

    Kuranda

    Take an excursion to the picturesque mountain town of Kuranda, where you’ll learn about traditional Aboriginal culture and customs, along with a guided walk through the rainforest, at the Pamagirri Rainforest Walkabout. Then head to the Skyrail gondola, which you’ll board to take a journey through a pristine rainforest that spans Red Peak and Barron Falls stations’ dramatic mountain lookouts.

  • Day 12: Depart for home

Add 3 more days

  • Day 12: Cairns • Honolulu

    Fly to Honolulu

    Spend some time exploring the North Shore town of Haleiwa

    Visit the Waimea Valley

  • Day 13: Honolulu

    Spend the day relaxing on the beach or exploring more of Honolulu

    Explore on your own or
    Add this in-depth excursion:
    Luau evening

    Luau evening

    Follow the gentle sounds of the ukulele to tonight’s luau, a traditional Hawaiian feast under the stars and swaying palm trees. Once you’ve put on your lei, sit back and enjoy the Polynesian art form of hula, as dancers in grass skirts and flowing gowns perform in perfect time to the beat of the drum. A luau feast usually features chicken, fish, pork and a variety of fresh island fruits and vegetables, so be sure to bring your appetite. 

  • Day 14: Honolulu • Depart for home

    Visit the USS Arizona Memorial

    Tour Honolulu with an expert local guide

  • Day 15: Arrive home

Interested in learning more about this tour?

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Your experience includes

  • Airfare & transportation

    Round-trip flights on major carriers; comfortable motorcoach; 2 internal flights; ferry

  • Hotels

    9 overnight stays in hotels with private bathrooms (11 with extension)

  • Regional-style meals

    Breakfast and dinner daily.

  • Guided sightseeing

    3 sightseeing tours led by your Tour Director (4 with extension); 1 walking tour

  • Entrances

    Rotorua geothermal area; Māori village; Skyline gondola; “Introduction to Jade in New Zealand” experience; Rotorua duck tour; Agrodome; Great Barrier Reef; Sydney Tower; “Introduction to Opal in Australia” experience; harbor cruise; Hyde Park Barracks Museum (with extension: lei greeting; USS Arizona Memorial; Waimea Valley)

  • Full-time Tour Director

    Your culturally connected Tour Director is with your group 24/7, providing deep local insight while handling all on-tour logistics.

  • Expert Local Guides

    Your expert local guides are natural historians, adding cultural insight and global perspective on your sightseeing tours.

  • Personalized Learning Support

    Our personalized learning experience engages students before, during and after tour, with the option to create a final, reflective project for academic credit.

  • Continuous Support

    Your dedicated EF team helps you every step of the way—from recruiting and enrolling travelers to planning and managing your tour.

  • Worldwide Presence

    EF has over 500 schools and offices in more than 50 countries worldwide so wherever you go, we're there too.

  • 24-hour Emergency Service

    Travelers and their families can count on EF's dedicated emergency service team.

  • Peace of Mind Program

    Feel secure knowing your group can change their destination or travel dates due to unforeseen circumstances. Learn more about your flexible options at eftours.com/peaceofmind.

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