Holiday Overview
An epic 29 day adventure spanning four Australian states and both of New Zealand's main islands. Savour the very best of the Antipodes on this four week tour, from the buzz of cosmopolitan Melbourne, deep into the dusty outback and Red Centre. Contrast this with the blue waters of tropical Queensland, lush rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef, before arriving at postcard perfect Sydney Harbour. Travel onwards to the mountains and glaciers of New Zealand's South Island, taking in the scenery aboard one of the world's great rail journeys, the TranzAlpine Express. Discover Maori culture in the North Island at the geothermal centre of Rotorua, before your sojourn concludes in Auckland. Finish in style with a seven night stay in Bali, where sun, sand and island calm await.
Ultimate Australia and New Zealand with Bali includes:
- Flights
- 3 Nights accommodation in Melbourne
- Great Ocean Road Tour
- 2 Nights accommodation in Uluru
- Sounds of Silence Dinner
- 1 Night accommodation in Alice Springs
- 3 Nights accommodation in Cairns
- Great Barrier Reef & Rainforest tour
- 3 Nights accommodation in Sydney
- Blue Mountains tour
- 2 Nights accommodation in Queenstown
- Milford Sound Tour
- 2 Nights accommodation in Mount Cook
- Mount Cook Helicopter Flight
- 2 Nights accommodation in Christchurch
- TranzAlpine train tour
- 2 Nights accommodation in Rotorua
- Te Puia Geo Thermal & Maori Tour
- Hobbiton Tour
- 1 Night accommodation in Auckland
- 7 Nights accommodation in Bali
Day 1 - Arrive Melbourne
Touch down in Melbourne and settle in at your own pace, ready to explore Victoria's capital over the coming days.
Featured accommodation
Batman's Hill On Collins
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Crown Towers Melbourne
Intercontinental Melbourne The Rialto
Day 2 - Melbourne & the Great Ocean Road
Trace one of the world's great coastal drives, the Great Ocean Road, taking in dramatic cliffs, hidden bays and classic Australian scenery along the way.
Featured accommodation
Batman's Hill On Collins
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Crown Towers Melbourne
Intercontinental Melbourne The Rialto
Day 3 - Explore Melbourne
A free day to make Melbourne your own. Wander the city's famous laneways, seek out its renowned coffee scene, or head further afield to the vineyards of the Yarra Valley or Phillip Island, where little penguins parade ashore at dusk.
Featured accommodation
Batman's Hill On Collins
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Crown Towers Melbourne
Intercontinental Melbourne The Rialto
Unmissable Experiences
Great Ocean Road
Day 4 - Melbourne to Uluru
Fly into the Red Centre, where the vast outback and the iconic silhouette of Uluru await. Round off the day with the Sounds of Silence, a memorable dinner beneath the desert stars.
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The Lost Camel Hotel - Ayers Rock Resort
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Longitude 131°
Sails in the Desert
Unmissable Experiences
Sounds of Silence
Day 5 - Uluru
Discover Uluru your way. Options include a visit to the nearby Kata Tjuta rock formations (also known as The Olgas), a walk around the base of Uluru itself, or a helicopter flight over the outback.
Featured accommodation
The Lost Camel Hotel - Ayers Rock Resort
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Longitude 131°
Sails in the Desert
Unmissable Experiences
Sounds of Silence Dinner
Day 6 - Uluru to Alice Springs
Board an AAT Kings coach transfer across the outback, with a driver guide on hand to bring the rugged landscape to life along the way.
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Crowne Plaza Alice Springs Lasseters
Day 7 - Alice Springs to Cairns
A domestic flight carries you north to tropical Queensland and the gateway city of Cairns, where the rest of the day is yours to enjoy.
Featured accommodation
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
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Mantra Esplanade
Shangri La Hotel
Unmissable Experiences
Moore Reef Outer Barrier Reef Tour
Day 8 - Cairns & The Great Barrier Reef
Head out onto the water to explore the Great Barrier Reef, one of the natural wonders of the world.
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Cairns Colonial Club Resort
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Mantra Esplanade
Shangri La Hotel
Day 9 - Cairns & the Daintree Rainforest
Venture into Cape Tribulation and the ancient Daintree Rainforest, where reef meets rainforest in a landscape unlike anywhere else.
Featured accommodation
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
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Mantra Esplanade
Shangri La Hotel
Day 10 - Cairns to Sydney
Fly south to New South Wales, arriving in Sydney with time to settle in before exploring further
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Parkroyal Darling Harbour Hotel
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Kimpton Margot Sydney
Shangri-La Hotel, Sydney
Day 11 - Sydney & the Blue Mountains
Escape the city for a day among the eucalyptus forests and dramatic sandstone cliffs of the Blue Mountains.
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Parkroyal Darling Harbour Hotel
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Spicers Potts Point Hotel
Shangri-La Hotel, Sydney
Day 12 - Explore Sydney
A full day to discover Sydney at your own pace. Tour the Opera House, take to the harbour by boat, or climb the Sydney Harbour Bridge for those feeling adventurous.
Featured accommodation
Parkroyal Darling Harbour Hotel
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Kimpton Margot Sydney
Shangri-La Hotel, Sydney
Unmissable Experiences
BridgeClimb Sydney
Day 13 - Sydney to Queenstown
Cross the Tasman Sea to Queenstown, set among the peaks of the Remarkables in New Zealand's South Island.
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Heritage Queenstown
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The Rees Hotel
Day 14 - Queenstown & Milford Sound
Journey into Fiordland National Park for a full day at Milford Sound. Ask your consultant about upgrading to a scenic flight transfer.
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Copthorne Hotel and Resort Queenstown
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The Rees Hotel
Day 15 - Queenstown to Mount Cook
Travel by coach to Mount Cook, with time in the afternoon to visit the Sir Edmund Hillary museum or take a walk along one of the local trails.
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Hermitage Hotel
Day 16 - Mount Cook
Take to the skies over the Southern Alps by helicopter, landing on a snowfield for a truly memorable perspective on New Zealand's highest peaks.
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Hermitage Hotel
Day 17 - Mount Cook to Christchurch
Enjoy a relaxed morning in Mount Cook before travelling by coach to Christchurch in the afternoon.
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BreakFree on Cashel
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Heritage Christchurch
The George Hotel
Day 18 - TranzAlpine Train to Arthur's Pass
Board the TranzAlpine train to Arthur's Pass, where a guide meets you to explore the national park before returning to Christchurch by private vehicle.
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BreakFree on Cashel
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Heritage Christchurch
The George Hotel
Day 19 - Christchurch to Rotorua
A short domestic flight brings you to Rotorua, the heart of Maori culture and geothermal activity in the North Island.
Featured accommodation
Black Swan Lakeside Boutique Hotel & Spa
Day 20 - Rotorua
Visit Te Puia and the Whakarewarewa Geothermal Valley, home to Maori arts and culture and the famous Pohutu Geyser.
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Black Swan Lakeside Boutique Hotel & Spa
Unmissable Experiences
Te Puia
Day 21 - Rotorua to Auckland
Travel to Auckland via the Hobbiton movie set, made famous by Peter Jackson's Lord of the Rings and Hobbit trilogies.
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Fable Auckland
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InterContinental Auckland
Unmissable Experiences
Hobbiton
Day 22 - Auckland to Bali
Today transfer to the airport for your onward flight to Bali. Upon arrival transfer to your hotel spending the reminder of your day at leisure.
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Grand Mirage Resort & Thalasso Bali
Day 23 - Bali
Unwind on the shores of Bali, where white sand beaches meet turquoise water and a laid back island pace takes over. Spend your days relaxing by the pool, enjoying a massage, or trying your hand at surfing the gentle breaks along the coast. As the sun sets, head to a beachfront restaurant for fresh seafood and a taste of Balinese hospitality. A perfect way to slow down and soak up the island's charm.
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Grand Mirage Resort & Thalasso Bali
Day 24 - to 28 Bali
Enjoy time relaxing on Bali's stunning beaches. If you wish to include any excursions speak to our experts.
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Grand Mirage Resort & Thalasso Bali
Day 29 - Bali Return
Your adventure through Australasia and Bali has come to an end. Transfer to the airport for your onward flight home.
Batman's Hill On Collins, Melbourne Holidays
Nestled in the heart of Melbourne's bustling city centre, Batman’s Hill on Collins offers a blend of historic charm and modern comfort, making it a fantastic base for UK travellers exploring the city. Located on the iconic Collins Street, this hotel boasts a prime location directly opposite Southern Cross Station, providing convenient access to Melbourne's extensive public transport network. Whether you're heading to the famous MCG for a cricket match, exploring the city's vibrant laneways, or indulging in retail therapy at nearby shopping precincts, this central hub ensures you're never far from the action.trated, via a rocky outcrop.
Crown Towers Melbourne
Beautifully located on the southern bank of the Yarra River in Melbourne, Crown Towers sets the benchmark for luxury hotels in Australia. Lavishly appointed and offering an impeccable standard of customer service and attention to detail, Crown Towers is a hotel that truly understands the meaning of opulence.
Intercontinental Melbourne The Rialto Melbourne Holidays
Intercontinental Melbourne The Rialto is geared to give you memorable, authentic local experiences. A lifetime's experience in luxury, housed in a much-loved Melbourne landmark. This luxury Melbourne hotel features a Venetian Gothic façade while the modern interior translates the building into the 21st century.
The Lost Camel Hotel
The Lost Camel Hotel is a contemporary and fun, boutique-style hotel conveniently located in the heart of Ayers Rock Resort, only 20 minutes from Uluru. Furnished in a stylish mix of Aboriginal and urban themes, The Lost Camel adds a unique and surprisingly edgy accommodation option to the collection of hotels at the Resort.
Longitude 131°, Uluru Holidays
Nestled atop rust-red dunes, Longitude 131° overlooks Australia’s best-known natural icon, Uluru.
Sails in the Desert, Uluru (Ayers Rock) Holidays
Perfectly positioned to make the most of the Australian outback, Sails in the Desert is just a 5-minute walk from the Uluru (Ayers Rock) lookout and is a great spot to take in the desert sunrise or sunset. The property boasts an outdoor swimming pool, a tennis court and a relaxing day spa.
Crowne Plaza Alice Springs Lasseters Holidays
Nestled at the foot of the majestic MacDonnell Ranges in Alice Springs, the 4.5-star Crowne Plaza Alice Springs Lasseters offers rooms with a balcony or patio. Guests enjoy free WiFi, a heated pool, a spa bath and a 24-hour health and fitness centre.
Cairns Colonial Resort Hotel holidays
The Cairns Colonial Club Resort is recognised worldwide as the region's leading leisure resort. The facilities include the magnificent 345 rooms, 11 acres of lush, award-winning tropical gardens and three lagoon style swimming pools. Further to this, the resort provides additional services and facilities designed to ensure your stay is both pleasurable and memorable.
Mantra Esplanade, Cairns Holidays
With its prime waterfront location, Mantra Esplanade offers stylish and contemporary accommodation in the heart of the holiday hub of Cairns.
Shangri La Hotel, Cairns Holidays
Cairns’ outstanding seascape sprawls before you. You recline on the deck chair and gaze upon this immense spectacle of nature from your spacious balcony. A sight of unparalleled beauty unfolds at Shangri-La Hotel, The Marina, Cairns.
PARKROYAL Darling Hotel, Sydney Holidays
PARKROYAL Darling Harbour offers views of Darling Harbour and the city skyline and features a restaurant, a fully equipped fitness centre and free cable TV. It is located in Sydney CBD (Central Business District) just a 5 minutes’ walk to Chinatown and Town Hall Station
Kimpton Margot Sydney, Sydney Holidays
The Kimpton Margot Sydney is located between Hyde Park and Darling Harbour and welcomes guests with a restaurant, fitness centre and outdoor swimming pool. Free Wi-Fi is also available in all rooms.
Shangri-La Hotel, Sydney Holidays
Wake up to breath-taking views of the iconic Sydney Opera House, the Harbour Bridge or Darling Harbour each morning. You will be spoiled for choice at the Shangri-La Hotel, with a day spa, fitness centre and indoor pool at your disposal.
Spicers Potts Point Hotel, Sydney Holidays
Spicers Potts Point is situated in Sydney, 1.1 miles from Circular Quay. Guests can enjoy a drink in the guest bar and breakfast in the garden courtyard.
Heritage Queenstown
Queenstown, New Zealand’s mountain playground, is one of the great alpine regions of the world and the charming Heritage Queenstown Hotel calls this place home - the resort offers a hotel experience certain to leave you breathless.
The Rees Hotel Queenstown
The Rees Hotel Queenstown is a sophisticated five-star hotel situated right on the shores of Lake Wakatipu, in the South Island of New Zealand.
Copthorne Hotel Queenstown
Experience tranquility all year round. Copthorne Hotel and Resort Queenstown Lakefront sits overlooking on the shores of Lake Wakatipu and within walking distance of Queenstown’s central shopping and entertainment area.
Hermitage Hotel, Mount Cook
Nestled in the beautiful Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park, The Hermitage Hotel is the perfect base for your next adventure. Recognised as part of the Te Wahipounamu UNESCO World Heritage Area, the National Park is a breath-taking environment of glaciers, terminal lakes, turbulent rivers and Australasia's tallest peak, the mighty Aoraki Mt Cook soaring above at 3,724 metres.
BreakFree on Cashel
Christchurch has evolved as a true cultural hub, embracing its chance to become a city re-imagined. This Christchurch accommodation is located in the heart of the CBD near Manchester and Hereford Streets, from BreakFree on Cashel, you’re in the perfect location to stroll to trendy cafes, restaurants or bars on offer.
Heritage Christchurch
Set in the heart of Christchurch, Heritage Christchurch offers a unique blend of historic charm and modern luxury. Housed in the beautifully restored Old Government Building, the hotel exudes timeless elegance while providing all the conveniences of contemporary living.
The George Hotel, Christchurch
The George Hotel embodies everything you could dream of in a luxury boutique hotel.
Fable Auckland
Surrounded by the shopping and entertainment streets of the waterfront, Fable Auckland Hotel blends a protected historic building with chic, contemporary interior design.
Heritage Hotel, Auckland
Just 5 minutes’ walk from Viaduct Harbour, Heritage Hotel offers stylish accommodation with satellite TV. It features 2 fitness centres. Guests receive 2GB of free WiFi per 24 hours.
InterContinental Auckland
The InterContinental Auckland is a stunning luxury hotel located on Auckland’s vibrant waterfront, offering a sophisticated base for exploring New Zealand’s largest city. As part of the world-renowned InterContinental brand, this hotel seamlessly blends contemporary design with the charm of its picturesque harbour setting.
Grand Mirage Resort & Thalasso Bali
Set on the southern part of Bali, Tanjung Benoa – Nusa Dua resort area, Grand Mirage Resort and Thalasso Bali spa is blessed with a hypnotizing view of Indian Ocean. This Bali resort is 25 minutes away from Ngurah Rai International Airport. The resort is also within walking distance of numerous shopping outlets, convenience stores and merchandise shops to choose from. With its pristine private beach, this 5 star beachfront Bali resort offers wonderful experiences of spending leisure time in a luxury hotel. With all the luxury inclusions, Grand Mirage Resort and Thalasso Bali Spa is definitely worth listing on every Bali itinerary!
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Uluru
Milford Sound
Bali Beach
Mount Cook
Great Ocean Road
Melbourne
Melbourne Beach
Daintree Rainforest
Great Barrier Reef
Sydney
Bondi Beach, Sydney
Hobbiton
Queenstown
Rotorua
TranzAlpine Train
Bali Beach
Alternative Holidays That May Interest You
Below you will find a small selection of 2026, 2027 holidays that may interest you. Remember, we tailor-make each holiday to your exact needs, so please call us on 0800 270 0009 and let one of our Holiday experts design the perfect trip for you
Natural Wonders of Australia & New Zealand
- Christchurch
- Lake Tekapo
- Queenstown
- Sydney
- Cairns
- Melbourne
- Stunning Mountain Scenery in New Zealand
- See Sydney and the Blue Mountains
- Visit the Great Barrier Reef and Tropical Rainforest
- Receive a free case of wine
- Get up close to Koala's and Penguins on Phillip Island
- Save £700 per booking book by 31 July
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Ultimate Australia & New Zealand
- Melbourne
- Uluru (Ayers Rock)
- Alice Springs
- Cairns
- Sydney
- Queenstown
- Franz Josef
- Christchurch
- Rotorua
- Auckland
- Experience the dusty Outback
- Explore the Great Barrier Reef
- Enjoy beautiful Sydney & The Blue Mountains
- Receive a free case of wine
- Enjoy the stunning mountain scenery of New Zealand
- Save £700 per booking book by 31 July
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Indian Pacific and Celebrity Cruise
- Perth
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- Adelaide
- Sydney
- Milford Sound
- Dunedin
- Christchurch
- Rotorua
- Auckland
- Bay of Islands
- Travel onboard the spectacular Indian Pacific
- Visit Rottnest Island home to the Quokka
- A 12 night New Zealand cruise
- Explore the sights of Perth and Sydney
- Receive a free case of wine
- Save £700 per booking book by 31 July
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Indian Pacific and Holland America Cruise
- Perth
- Barossa Valley
- Adelaide
- Sydney
- Melbourne
- Milford Sound
- Christchurch
- Dunedin
- Wellington
- Napier
- Rotorua
- Bay of Islands
- Auckland
- Travel on the incredible Indian Pacific
- Enjoy a lunch cruise around Sydney Harbour
- A spectacular 14-night New Zealand cruise
- Visit the Pinnacles
- Receive a free case of wine
- Save £700 per booking book by 31 July
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Australia and New Zealand Combined
- Melbourne
- Auckland
- Wellington
- Queenstown
- Sydney
- Magnificent Melbourne
- Cruise Milford Sound
- Catch the scenic train between Auckland and Wellington
- Receive a free case of wine
- See Sydney and the Blue Mountains
- Save £700 per booking book by 31 July
14 Nights from £3900pp
Shiraz to Sauvignon
- Adelaide
- Sydney
- Wellington
- Napier
- Rotorua
- Auckland
- Barossa & Hawkes Bay Vineyards
- Sydney & The Blue Mountains
- Maori culture in Rotorua
- Receive a free case of wine
- Hobbiton movie set
- Save £700 per booking book by 31 July
14 Nights from £5400pp






