In New Zealand, discover the scenic beauty of Queenstown and the thermal magic of Rotorua’s geysers and bubbling mudpools
10. AN ADVENTUROUS DAY IN DUNEDIN New Zealand’s oldest city, Dunedin, on the South Island, is home to a fascinating mix of natural and historic sights. Home to rare yellow-eyed penguins, fur seals and the world’s only mainland albatross colony, Dunedin boasts a rich legacy that combines its days as a gold rush center and a timber town. Take a tour of New Zealand’s only castle, Larnach Castle, haunting with legends of its wealthy owner; go off road* to a well-protected wildlife preserve; and wet your whistle with stories and suds at a brewery steeped in local history. After a pub lunch and free time to explore as you like ashore, your ship sets sail for Fiordland National Park and Dusky Sound. Meals BLD
11. CRUISING FIORDLAND NATIONAL PARK A full day at sea onboard your yacht is a delightful way to take in the stunning scenic sights of Fiordland National Park. As you cruise, our exclusive lecturer will be sharing expert insights and anecdotes about this region. Please join us tonight for your captain’s farewell reception and dinner. Meals BLD
12. MILFORD SOUND / DISEMBARK SHIP Be on deck for our arrival into Milford Sound; the glacier-hewn scenery will take your breath away. Disembark ship for a drive to Queenstown, stopping for lunch at Te Anau in the Fiordland resort area. See panoramic views of Queenstown on a gondola ride this afternoon and dine at your hotel tonight. Meals BLD
13. JET BOATING & A FLIGHT TO MELBOURNE Start your day with a jet boat adventure* on the Shotover River and free time in Queenstown. Fly across the Tasman Sea to Melbourne, Australia, for a two-night stay. Enjoy a “dine-around” tonight in a city filled with top-rated choices. Meals BD
14. MELBOURNE MAGIC
Explore Melbourne this morning on a city tour that showcases Fitzroy Gardens, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, and the Victorian Parliament House. Visit the Shrine of Remembrance before enjoying the remainder of the day as you choose. Meals B
15. FLY TO CAIRNS AND MEET THE CROCS Welcome aboard Tauck’s charter flight as we wing our way to Cairns. First stop is a wildlife park for a boat cruise on Hartley’s Lagoon and a barbecue lunch. Crocodiles are an integral part of the waterscapes here; see them during a guided tour and presentation. Settle into your waterfront hotel, then join us for dinner and an Aboriginal cultural performance. Meals BLD
In Dunedin, visit New Zealand’s only castle, Larnach Castle 130
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