Australia and New Zealand
New Zealand’s thriving Māori culture and unique natural wonders draw visitors from around the world.
In Australia, Sydney greets you with its iconic sights: the Opera House, the tower, and the harbor bridge. Get up close to the famous local wildlife—koalas, crocs and kangaroos—and enjoy the stunning scenery and local history of the Gold Coast.
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Day 1: Fly to Australia
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Day 2: Fly to Australia
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Day 3: Sunshine Coast
Arrive in Brisbane
Travel to the Sunshine Coast
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Day 4: Fraser Island
Travel via Glasshouse Mountains and Noosa National Park
Take a ferry to Fraser Island
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Day 5: Fraser Island
Full day to explore on your own or
Add this in-depth excursion:
Fraser Island
Explore rainforests, eucalyptus woodlands, sand dunes and beaches on this unforgettable full-day excursion on Fraser Island, the largest sand island in the world. A National Park Ranger provides insightful commentary as you explore Lake McKenzie, the Maheno Shipwreck, Eli Creek and the famous 75 Mile Beach. You’ll also enjoy morning tea and a buffet lunch.
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Day 6: Surfers Paradise
Return to the mainland by ferry
Visit the Underwater World Oceanarium
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Day 7: Surfers Paradise
Full day to explore on your own or
Add this in-depth excursion:
Surfers Paradise Rainforest
Take in Australia’s largest preserved subtropical rainforest today on this full-day optional tour. Traveling by off-road vehicle, you’ll feed exotic birds by hand, learn how to throw a boomerang and attempt to play a didgeridoo, all before enjoying an included Aussie barbeque lunch.
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Day 8: Surfer's Paradise • Coffs Harbour
Visit the Currumbim Wildlife Sanctuary
Travel Via Point Danger to Coffs Harbour
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Day 9: Coffs Harbour • Sydney
Continue on to Sydney
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Day 10: Sydney
Visit Sydney Tower
Enjoy an “Introduction to Opal in Australia” experience
Take a tour of Sydney
Enjoy a harbor cruise
Take a walking tour of The Rocks
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Day 11: Sydney
Time to explore on your own or
Add this in-depth excursion:
Taronga Zoo and Opera House
Discover two sides of Sydney on this optional excursion linked by Aboriginal culture. At Taronga Zoo listen to your Aboriginal guide’s personal stories and discover their connections back to the land, animals and nature. 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. Enjoy lunch with your group and then learn about the indigenous elements of the Bennelong Point site. -
Day 12: Rotorua
Fly to Auckland
Travel to Rotorua
Visit the Whaka geothermal area
Visit the Whaka Maori Village
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Day 13: Rotorua
Ride the Skyline Gondola
Participate in an “Introduction to Jade in New Zealand” experience
Take a Rotorua Duck Tour
Enjoy an authentic Hangi Feast
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Day 14: Rotorua • Auckland
Visit the Agrodome
Travel to Auckland
Take a tour of Auckland
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Day 15: Depart for home
Add 2 more days
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Day 15: Honolulu
Fly to Hawaii
Cross the International Date Line
Arrive in Honolulu
Receive a lei greeting
Make a photo stop at the Dole Plantation
Visit the Waimea Valley
- Botanical Gardens
- Waterfall
Add this in-depth excursion:
Luau Evening
Join your friends for a traditional Hawaiian feast under the stars and swaying palm trees. Be amazed by an unforgettable display of 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.
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Day 16: Honolulu
Take a tour of Honolulu
Visit the USS Arizona Memorial
Depart for overnight flight home / Arrive home
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Day 17: Depart for home
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Day 1: Fly to Australia
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Day 2: Fly to Australia
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Day 3: Sunshine Coast
Arrive in Brisbane
Travel to the Sunshine Coast
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Day 4: Fraser Island
Travel via Glasshouse Mountains and Noosa National Park
Take a ferry to Fraser Island
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Day 5: Fraser Island
Full day to explore on your own or
Add this in-depth excursion:
Fraser Island
Explore rainforests, eucalyptus woodlands, sand dunes and beaches on this unforgettable full-day excursion on Fraser Island, the largest sand island in the world. A National Park Ranger provides insightful commentary as you explore Lake McKenzie, the Maheno Shipwreck, Eli Creek and the famous 75 Mile Beach. You’ll also enjoy morning tea and a buffet lunch.
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Day 6: Surfers Paradise
Return to the mainland by ferry
Visit the Underwater World Oceanarium
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Day 7: Surfers Paradise
Full day to explore on your own or
Add this in-depth excursion:
Surfers Paradise Rainforest
Take in Australia’s largest preserved subtropical rainforest today on this full-day optional tour. Traveling by off-road vehicle, you’ll feed exotic birds by hand, learn how to throw a boomerang and attempt to play a didgeridoo, all before enjoying an included Aussie barbeque lunch.
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Day 8: Surfer's Paradise • Coffs Harbour
Visit the Currumbim Wildlife Sanctuary
Travel Via Point Danger to Coffs Harbour
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Day 9: Coffs Harbour • Sydney
Continue on to Sydney
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Day 10: Sydney
Visit Sydney Tower
Enjoy an “Introduction to Opal in Australia” experience
Take a tour of Sydney
Enjoy a harbor cruise
Take a walking tour of The Rocks
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Day 11: Sydney
Time to explore on your own or
Add this in-depth excursion:
Taronga Zoo and Opera House
Discover two sides of Sydney on this optional excursion linked by Aboriginal culture. At Taronga Zoo listen to your Aboriginal guide’s personal stories and discover their connections back to the land, animals and nature. 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. Enjoy lunch with your group and then learn about the indigenous elements of the Bennelong Point site. -
Day 12: Rotorua
Fly to Auckland
Travel to Rotorua
Visit the Whaka geothermal area
Visit the Whaka Maori Village
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Day 13: Rotorua
Ride the Skyline Gondola
Participate in an “Introduction to Jade in New Zealand” experience
Take a Rotorua Duck Tour
Enjoy an authentic Hangi Feast
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Day 14: Rotorua • Auckland
Visit the Agrodome
Travel to Auckland
Take a tour of Auckland
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Day 15: Depart for home
Add 2 more days
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Day 15: Honolulu
Fly to Hawaii
Cross the International Date Line
Arrive in Honolulu
Receive a lei greeting
Make a photo stop at the Dole Plantation
Visit the Waimea Valley
- Botanical Gardens
- Waterfall
Add this in-depth excursion:
Luau Evening
Join your friends for a traditional Hawaiian feast under the stars and swaying palm trees. Be amazed by an unforgettable display of 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.
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Day 16: Honolulu
Take a tour of Honolulu
Visit the USS Arizona Memorial
Depart for overnight flight home / Arrive home
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Day 17: Depart for home
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Your experience includes
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Airfare & transportation
Round-trip airfare on major carriers; comfortable motorcoach; 2 internal flights (3 with extension); ferry
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Hotels
12 overnight stays in hotels with private bathrooms (14 with extension)
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Regional-style meals
Breakfast and dinner daily.
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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.
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Guided Sightseeing
2 sightseeing tours led by your Tour Director (3 with extension); 1 walking tour
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Entrances
Noosa National Park; Noosa Heads Main Beach; Fraser Island; “Introduction to Opal in Australia” experience; Sydney Tower; ferry to Watsons Bay; Rotorua duck tour; Rotorua geothermal area; Māori village; Skyline Gondola; “Introduction to Jade in New Zealand” experience; with extension: Waimea Valley; USS Arizona Memorial
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Expert Local Guides
Your expert local guides are natural historians, adding cultural insight and global perspective on your sightseeing tours.
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Continuous Support
Your dedicated EF team helps you every step of the way—from recruiting and enrolling travelers to planning and managing your tour.
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Worldwide Presence
EF has over 500 schools and offices in more than 50 countries worldwide so wherever you go, we're there too.
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24-hour Emergency Service
Travelers and their families can count on EF's dedicated emergency service team.
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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.