CRUISING DOWN UNDER
ABORIGINAL LEGEND HAS IT THAT AUSTRALIA WAS CREATED IN DREAMTIME. Maori gods are credited with making New Zealand a two-island paradise of stunning natural beauty. So it is only fitting that Tauck’s 19-day adventure in the lands “down under” includes a dream cruise aboard one of the dreamiest yachts in the South Pacific seas. Blending land stays in Auckland, Queenstown, Melbourne, Cairns and Sydney with 9 nights aboard L’Austral as you cruise in New Zealand, this enchanted trip includes Tauck’s signature sightseeing, exclusive cultural experiences and included shore excursions to ensure a g’day, every day.
1. WELCOME TO AUCKLAND Tour begins: 6:00 PM at the Hilton Auckland. A transfer is included upon arrival from Auckland International Airport to the Hilton Auckland hotel where we have arranged an early check-in for a restful start to your journey. Join us for a welcome dinner tonight at a local restaurant complete with entertainment. Meals D
2. AUCKLAND SIGHTS
Enjoy an orientation tour of the city, stopping for a guided visit to the Auckland War Memorial Museum and the Kelly Tarlton Aquarium. Spend the remainder of the day as you wish. Meals B
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3. FERRY TO WAIHEKE ISLAND / EMBARK SHIP Ride the ferry to nearby Waiheke Island for tours and tastings of local wines and olive oil at a vineyard and an olive estate, followed by a scenic drive and lunch at the acclaimed Mudbrick Winery. A return ferry ride to Auckland brings you dockside for embarkation of your yacht, L’Austral. Meals BLD
4. TAURANGA & THERMAL ROTORUA Come ashore in Tauranga. Visit the Elms Mission Settlement, recalling the missionary and European settlement of the Bay of Plenty before driving to thermal Whakarewarewa Reserve in
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