Southern Australia - Tour 1A

Arrive in spectacular Melbourne, Australia, and enjoy a seamless transfer to your hotel accommodations where you'll check-in immediately into your hotel room and spend the night gearing up for an exciting tour ahead. Join fellow travelers for a welcome reception. Overnight at Overnight at the Radisson Hotel.Tours in ports outside U.S. territories may not meet ADA standards.

Experience one of Australia's most scenic coastal drives along the Great Ocean Road. Stop at the iconic Memorial Arch before traveling through the picturesque towns of Lorne and Wye River. Enjoy lunch in Apollo Bay, then continue to the famous Twelve Apostles for breathtaking views of the towering limestone formations rising from the Southern Ocean. Visit nearby Loch Ard Gorge, renowned for its dramatic coastal scenery and maritime history, before returning to the Radisson Hotel for the evening. (B, L, D)Tours in ports outside U.S. territories may not meet ADA standards.

Enjoy a guided tour of Melbourne, discovering the city's history, architecture, and cultural landmarks. See Parliament House, visit the Shrine of Remembrance, stroll through the picturesque Fitzroy Gardens and Royal Botanic Gardens, and pass the Victorian Arts Centre. Following the tour, transfer to Melbourne Airport for your flight to Adelaide. Upon arrival, transfer to the Stamford Plaza Adelaide for an overnight stay. (B)Tours in ports outside U.S. territories may not meet ADA standards.

Travel through the scenic Adelaide Hills and McLaren Vale, South Australia's renowned wine region. Visit Jurlique Farm to learn about its organic skincare production and sustainable gardens. Enjoy a two-course gourmet lunch with a glass of local wine or beer at Wirra Wirra Vineyards, followed by an exclusive wine tasting at d'Arenberg. Conclude the day with a guided gin tasting at Never Never Distilling Co. before returning to the Stamford Plaza Adelaide for an overnight stay. (B, L)Tours in ports outside U.S. territories may not meet ADA standards.

Board the ferry at Cape Jervis for a scenic crossing to Kangaroo Island, one of Australia's premier wildlife destinations. Visit Emu Ridge Eucalyptus Distillery to learn about the production of eucalyptus oil, then continue to Clifford's Honey Farm for a beekeeper presentation and tastings, including the farm's famous honey ice cream. After a two-course lunch featuring local produce, visit Kangaroo Island Wildlife Park, where you can encounter kangaroos, wallabies, koalas, emus, and other native Australian wildlife. Overnight at Seafront Kangaroo Island. (B, L, D)Tours in ports outside U.S. territories may not meet ADA standards.

Visit Seal Bay Conservation Park, where a National Parks Ranger will guide you along the beach to observe a breeding colony of rare Australian sea lions in their natural habitat. Continue to Raptor Domain for an interactive Birds of Prey In-Flight Display before enjoying a two-course lunch. This afternoon, explore Flinders Chase National Park, home to the iconic Remarkable Rocks and Admirals Arch, where a boardwalk offers views of Long-nosed Fur Seals along the rugged coastline. After dinner at the Penneshaw Hotel, board the ferry to Cape Jervis and transfer to the Stamford Plaza Adelaide for an overnight stay. (B, L, D)Tours in ports outside U.S. territories may not meet ADA standards.

Transfer to the Adelaide Airport for a flight to Sydney for a one-night stay in this fabulous city. Experience a scenic 3-hour dinner cruise on Sydney Harbor taking in breathtaking views of the city's stunning skyline and famous landmarks. Overnight Amora Hotel Jamison. (B, D)

After breakfast, enjoy a guided tour of Sydney's most iconic landmarks. See the world-famous Sydney Opera House, admire views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, visit the golden sands of Bondi Beach, and explore The Rocks, Sydney's historic waterfront district known for its colonial architecture, boutiques, museums, and caf�s. Following the tour, transfer to the pier and board your awaiting Princess ship to begin your cruise through Australia and New Zealand. (B)Tours in ports outside U.S. territories may not meet ADA standards.

Sydney, Australia

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Bay of Islands, New Zealand

Auckland, New Zealand

Tauranga, New Zealand

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Picton, New Zealand

Christchurch (Lyttelton), New Zealand

Dunedin (Port Chalmers), New Zealand

Fiordland National Park (Scenic Cruising)

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Sydney, Australia