LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The quintessential Aussie experiences found in South Australia and Queensland’s Cairns and Great Barrier Reef region offer travelers an opportunity to easily enjoy Australia’s world-class beaches, abundant wildlife, sophisticated dining and awe-inspiring natural wonders in a comprehensive two-week itinerary.
Air New Zealand, Tourism Australia, South Australian Tourism Commission, Tourism Queensland and Tourism Tropical North Queensland have partnered with Air New Zealand Vacations to offer U.S. travelers specially-priced packages to spectacular Australian destinations including iconic Kangaroo Island — known as the “Galapagos of Australia” — the famed Barossa wine region of South Australia and to Queensland’s World Heritage Daintree Rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef.
For detailed itineraries or to book these incredible vacations visit Air New Zealand Vacations’ website at www.airnewzealand.com/south-australia-queensland-vacation or call 1855 550 8802.
Packages, which include airfare, accommodation, tours and transfers, can be booked from May 1 through June 16, 2012 for travel departing from July 21 to September 21, 2012.
“We are very excited to offer these one-of-a-kind Australian adventures with Air New Zealand Vacations. Australia is a destination for people who want to feel connected with the culture and nature around them, and these itineraries promise to invigorate and recharge anyone lucky enough to experience them,” said Daryl Hudson, Vice President, the Americas from Tourism Australia.
South Australia offers visitors an abundance of scenic beauty, world-class food and wine, as well as epic natural landscapes that far belie its size. Adelaide, its charming capital city nestled between the hills and the sea, provides the perfect base for exploring the region. A short 20-minute flight from Adelaide, Kangaroo Island is home to abundant native wildlife and spectacular natural beauty. The Island’s prolific wildlife includes kangaroos, koalas, seals and sea lions, echidnas and rare birds. South Australia’s renowned wine regions — the Barossa Valley, Clare Valley and Coonawarra — are a haven for wine buffs and very accessible from Adelaide. Discover the rugged Flinders Ranges and enchanting Gawler Ranges and experience Aboriginal culture, wildlife and expansive Outback landscapes.
Traveling from South Australia, visitors can continue their iconic Australian vacation in Queensland and explore Cairns and Great Barrier Reef. Whether they are underwater on the Great Barrier Reef or exploring the Daintree Rainforest, visitors to Cairns and Palm Cove are guaranteed sensational beaches, world-class luxury retreats and a climate that is second to none. Internationally recognized as the world's largest and healthiest coral reef, the Great Barrier Reef offers visitors world-class scuba-diving and snorkeling, sailing and expedition cruising. The Daintree Rainforest is an easy 2-hour drive north of Cairns along one of the most beautiful coastal roads in Australia. Explore the lush ecosystem with a local guide, take a boat trip up the Daintree River or go horseback riding along pristine beaches.
Sample Itineraries
Air New Zealand Vacation’s Kangaroo Island & Cairns from US$2499* (double occupancy)
Departures Friday, Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday
Based on departures July 21 - Sept. 21, 2012
- Round-trip airfare on Air New Zealand from Los Angeles to Cairns, returning from Adelaide
- One way airfare on Virgin Australia from Cairns to Adelaide
- Four nights accommodation Cairns, choice of hotel grade
- Four nights accommodation Adelaide, choice of hotel grade
- Full day tour to the Great Barrier Reef
- Full day Kangaroo Island Highlights Tour
- Applicable airline fuel surcharge
- US/foreign taxes & fees including Sep 11 Security Fee
Air New Zealand Vacation’s Cairns, Sydney, Adelaide & Kangaroo Island from US$3099* (double occupancy)
Departures Friday, Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday
Based on departures July 21 – Sept. 21, 2012
Inclusions:
- Round-trip airfare on Air New Zealand from Los Angeles to Melbourne, returning from Cairns
- Domestic Australia Airfare on Virgin Australia from Melbourne to Adelaide and Cairns
- Four nights’ accommodation Melbourne, choice of hotel grade
- Four nights’ accommodation Adelaide, choice of hotel grade
- Four nights’ accommodation Cairns, choice of hotel grade
- Full day tour to the Great Barrier Reef
- Full day Kangaroo Island Highlights Tour
- Applicable airline fuel surcharges
- US/foreign taxes & fees including Sept 11 Security Fee
- Based on departures Jul 21 - Sep 21, 2012
* Terms and Conditions apply. For more information visit www.airnewzealand.com/south-australia-queensland-vacation
About Air New Zealand to Australia
Air New Zealand offers a comprehensive service from its North American gateways - Los Angeles, San Francisco, Honolulu and Vancouver - to Australia via New Zealand.
With over 140 services per week to key destinations including Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, Adelaide, Perth, Cairns and Maroochydore on the Sunshine Coast, international services are scheduled with onward flights across the Tasman, giving passengers superior connectivity and flexibility.
For more information about Air New Zealand’s Australian flight services visit www.airnewzealand.com
About Tourism Australia
Tourism Australia is the Australian Government agency responsible for promoting Australia to the world as a destination for business and leisure travel.
For more information visit www.australia.com
About South Australian Tourism Commission
For more information about Kangaroo Island and South Australia, visit us.southaustralia.com
About Tourism Tropical North Queensland
For more information about the Cairns & Great Barrier Reef region in Queensland, visit www.cairnsgreatbarrierreef.org.au
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