A large body of water mirrors the tall mountains and green plants surrounding it, underneath a blue, cloudy sky.

Exploring Australia & New Zealand

Explore the beauty of Australia and New Zealand, from vibrant cities to the Great Barrier Reef.

Highlights

  • Discover Sydney’s vibrant cityscape and take a scenic cruise on its iconic harbor.
  • Marvel at Uluru’s breathtaking sunset and learn from the Anangu in Kata Tjuta National Park.
  • Explore the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef, stroll Mossman Gorge, and visit Rotorua’s geothermal marvels.
  • Cruise Milford Sound, visit Mount Cook, experience Māori culture, and tour a kiwi hatchery.
This is an exclusive U-M departure operated by Odysseys Unlimited.

Itinerary

Day 1: Depart U.S. for Sydney, Australia
Day 2: In transit
Day 3: Sydney
Day 4: Sydney
Day 5: Sydney
Day 6: Sydney | Uluru
Day 7: Uluru
Day 8: Uluru | Cairns
Day 9: Cairns | Great Barrier Reef
Day 10: Cairns
Day 11: Cairns | Christchurch, New Zealand
Day 12: Christchurch
Day 13: Christchurch | Aoraki | Mount Cook National Park
Day 14: Aoraki | Mount Cook National Park
Day 15: Aoraki | Mount Cook National Park | Queenstown
Day 16: Milford Sound
Day 17: Queenstown
Day 18: Queenstown | Rotorua
Day 19: Rotorua
Day 20: Rotorua | Auckland
Day 21: Auckland
Day 22: Auckland | Depart for U.S.

Available to Book
Jan. 29-Feb. 19, 2027

Starting price

$13,284

Deposit per person

$650

Countries Visited

Australia, New Zealand

Activity Level

Medium
Jan. 29-Feb. 19, 2027

Starting price

$13,284
*Single supplement applies

Deposit per person

$650

Countries Visited

Australia, New Zealand

Activity Level

Medium

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