Australia, New Zealand, and Fiji: Ultimate South Pacific Vacation
From the moment you step onto a boat bound for the Great Barrier Reef to your final sunset in Fiji, this adventure connects you with three of the Pacific’s most extraordinary destinations. You’ll witness ancient Aboriginal culture at sacred Uluru, navigate underground rivers lit by thousands of glowworms, and end your journey on a remote Fijian island where time moves at the pace of gentle trade winds.
At a Glance
- 4 nights Port Douglas
- 2 nights Uluru
- 3 nights Sydney
- 3 nights Queenstown
- 2 nights Rotorua
- 2 nights Auckland
- 4 nights Fiji
Trip Highlights
Bucket List, Elevated
This trip is packed with adventures, featuring only the best tour guides vetted by our travel experts. Snorkel the Great Barrier Reef, climb to the summit of Sydney Harbour Bridge, watch sunrise over Uluru, float through glowworm caves on an underground river, and more.
Special Access
Journey deep into the ancient Daintree Rainforest, one of the world’s oldest ecosystems, to discover the remarkable place where prehistoric rainforest canopy meets pristine coastline—a landscape unchanged since before the dinosaurs.
Unique Stays
Sleep under the outback stars at the beautiful Sails in the Desert resort, your gateway to Uluru’s spiritual landscape. Your trip ends with a relaxing stay at Tropica Island Resort in Fiji, where white sand beaches and coral reefs create the perfect Pacific hideaway.
Insider Tip
Candice, Product Manager and Luxury Travel Consultant
While in Sydney, take a chance to explore some of the neighborhoods of the city. One of my favorites is Surry Hills for great little local restaurants and fun shops. Sydney has a wonderful public transportation system that will allow you explore like a local.
Coconut Grove Port Douglas
Suggested Itinerary
The itinerary below is just one example of what we can create. At Down Under Endeavours, we use 20+ years of hands-on expertise to design bespoke adventures inspired by you. Get in touch to make your dream trip to Australia, New Zealand, and Fiji a reality!
Port Douglas + Great Barrier Reef
Great Barrier Reef Outing | Daintree Rainforest Tour
Pictured: Four Mile Beach in Port Douglas
Day 1: Tropical Queensland Arrival
Touch down in Port Douglas, gateway to two World Heritage wonders. Your spacious apartment at Coconut Grove comes with a full kitchen and private outdoor area, just steps from the beach.
Overnight: Port Douglas (Coconut Grove)
Day 2: Great Barrier Reef Adventure
Board a small vessel bound for the Great Barrier Reef’s most spectacular sites. Whether you’re snorkeling for the first time or a certified diver, you’ll witness vibrant coral gardens and tropical fish in crystal-clear waters.
Overnight: Port Douglas (Coconut Grove)
Day 3: Ancient Rainforest Meets the Sea
Journey into the heart of the Daintree Rainforest, older than the dinosaurs and teeming with prehistoric plants and rare wildlife.
Cruise the Daintree River searching for saltwater crocodiles and cassowaries, then venture deeper into this UNESCO World Heritage wilderness. The day’s highlight comes when you reach the remarkable spot where ancient rainforest canopy meets pristine coastline—a landscape so untouched it feels like stepping into another world entirely.
Overnight: Port Douglas (Coconut Grove)
Day 4: Day at Leisure
Today is yours to relax and explore at your leisure. Stroll Four-Mile Beach or browse Port Douglas’ relaxed shops and waterfront cafes.
Overnight: Port Douglas (Coconut Grove)
Uluru (Ayers Rock)
Starlit Dinner | Sunrise Camel Ride | Kata Tjuta Tour
Pictured: Sunrise tour of Uluru by camelback
Day 5: Sacred Rock Under Starlight
Fly to Uluru, Australia’s most iconic monolith and sacred Aboriginal site. As evening falls, join the legendary Sounds of Silence dinner—traditional barbecue paired with Aboriginal storytelling under the vast Outback sky.
Overnight: Uluru (Sails in the Desert) | Meals: Dinner
Day 6: Sunrise by Camel, Afternoon in the Outback
Rise before dawn for a gentle camel trek as the sun paints Uluru in brilliant reds and golds.
These desert-adapted animals move with surprising grace across the red earth, offering front-row seats to one of nature’s most spectacular light shows. Later, wander among the ancient domed formations of Kata Tjuta, sculpted by millions of years of wind and weather into otherworldly shapes that shift color with the changing light.
Overnight: Uluru (Sails in the Desert)
Sydney
Bike Tour | Twilight BridgeClimb
Pictured: Sydney Harbour Bridge on New Year’s Eve
Day 7: Hello, Sparkling Sydney
Arrive in Sydney, where gleaming harbor waters reflect the famous Opera House sails and the steel arch of the Harbour Bridge creates one of the world’s most iconic skylines.
Overnight: Sydney (QT Sydney)
Day 8: City Highlights by Bike
Today, you’ll tour the highlights of Sydney. Your hand-picked local guide reveals Sydney’s personality through a tailored tour, then you’ll switch to bicycles for an entirely different perspective.
Pedal past the Opera House, around Sydney Harbour, and through neighborhoods where locals actually live and work. Your expert guide knows which coffee shops pull the best flat whites and which harbor viewpoints the tour buses never reach.
Overnight: Sydney (QT Sydney)
Day 9: BridgeClimb at Twilight
Gear up for the ultimate Sydney experience—climbing 440 feet above the harbor to the summit of the Harbour Bridge as the city lights begin to twinkle below. This iconic experience will create memories to last a lifetime!
Overnight: Sydney (QT Sydney)
Queenstown + Surrounds
Milford Sound Cruise | Mt. Aspiring Adventure Tour
Pictured: Jet boat in Mt. Aspiring National Park
Day 10: New Zealand Adventure Begins
Cross the Tasman Sea to Queenstown, dramatically positioned between a glacial lake and snow-capped peaks. New Zealand’s adventure capital combines stunning scenery, world-class food and wine, and endless things to do.
Overnight: Queenstown (Queenstown Park Boutique Hotel)
Day 11: Milford Sound Cruise
Wind through alpine passes in a glass-roofed coach to reach Milford Sound, where towering waterfalls plunge from granite cliffs into dark waters.
The journey itself becomes part of the adventure as you stop for short walks and photo opportunities along the spectacular Milford Road. Once you reach the sound, board your nature cruise for a leisurely exploration of this UNESCO World Heritage fjord. Keep watch for fur seals lounging on rocky outcrops, bottlenose dolphins playing in the wake, and rare Fiordland crested penguins if you’re lucky.
Overnight: Queenstown (Queenstown Park Boutique Hotel)
Day 12: Mt. Aspiring National Park Adventure
Experience the diverse wilderness of Mt. Aspiring National Park through jet boat rides on turquoise rivers, forest walks among towering beech trees, and rugged 4WD tracks into hidden valleys few visitors ever see.
Overnight: Queenstown (Queenstown Park Boutique Hotel)
Rotorua
Geothermal Attractions | Māori Cultural Experience
Pictured: Māori cultural exchange at Te Puia
Day 13: Geothermal Wonders Await
Fly to Rotorua on New Zealand’s North Island, where your lakeside hotel overlooks waters formed by ancient volcanic activity. Take this evening to rest and explore at your leisure.
Overnight: Rotorua (Novotel Rotorua Lakeside)
Day 14: Bubbling Earth and Māori Culture
Use your rental car to visit bubbling mud pools, colorful hot springs, and erupting geysers scattered around this geothermal wonderland. The mineral-rich air carries hints of sulfur—nature’s own signature in this landscape shaped by underground forces.
Tonight, the Te Pō cultural experience brings Māori traditions to life through storytelling, traditional performances, and a feast of indigenous cuisine cooked using ancient methods.
Overnight: Rotorua (Novotel Rotorua Lakeside) | Meals: Dinner
Waitomo + Auckland
Blackwater Rafting with Glowworms
Pictured: Waitomo Caves
Day 15: Underground River Adventure
Drive to Waitomo for three hours of blackwater rafting—floating on inner tubes through limestone caves lit by thousands of glowworms overhead, navigating tight passages and underground waterfalls.
The experience combines adventure with natural wonder as you drift silently beneath a galaxy of living lights in complete darkness. Afterward, continue your drive to Auckland for your final New Zealand nights.
Overnight: Auckland (QT Auckland)
Day 16: Day at Leisure in the City of Sails
Auckland’s harbor sparkles with sailboats while multicultural neighborhoods buzz with markets, galleries, and waterfront dining. The day is yours to explore at your leisure.
Overnight: Auckland (QT Auckland)
Fiji
Boutique, Adults-Only Resort
Pictured: Snorkeling in a crystal-clear Fiji lagoon
Day 17: Island Paradise in Fiji
Fly to Fiji and board your catamaran bound for Tropica Island Resort, where white sand beaches meet coral reefs and lush tropical vegetation creates the perfect adults-only hideaway. With just 24 luxury bures and suites overlooking the nearby islands of Fiji’s sparkling Mamanucas, you’ll discover the secluded, romantic getaway you’ve always dreamed of.
Overnight: Fiji (Tropica Island Resort)
Days 18-20: Pure Fiji Time
These days unfold at your own pace. Visit a traditional village, meet local chiefs, catch a rugby match if you’re lucky, or simply let the warm trade winds and gentle surf wash away any remaining urgency from the outside world.
Overnight: Fiji (Tropica Island Resort)
Day 21: Farewell to Paradise
Board your catamaran back to the mainland with complimentary beverages, then begin your journey home with memories spanning three incredible countries.
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Australia and New Zealand Highlights
One morning you’re waking to the gentle sound of waves on a sunny island in the Great Barrier Reef. A few days later, you’re soaring over the dramatic fjords of New Zealand’s South Island in a helicopter. This is not your average trip to Australia and New Zealand—it’s a journey designed entirely around you.