Grand Tour of Australia & New Zealand Cruise 2019
Escorted Tours
GRAND EAST COAST TOUR OF AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND CRUISE € 3999 24 DAY ADVENTURE DOWN UNDER WITH ROCS CHAIRMAN CHARLES VELLA FROM Signature Journey
Australia, the land where I grew up is an extraordinarily beautiful place.
A land which offers you so much, spectacular scenery, unique wildlife, trendy and cosmopolitan cities, sumptuous food, great shopping and much more all encompassed in their famous laidback lifestyle. Join me, on this grand tour and you will have the opportunity to discover it all. From natural wonders to cultural treasures, we will see it all. The journey does not end there, as we cruise our way to New Zealand’s spectacular scenery in both the north and south islands. We have made sure to handpick the best spots and some amazing accommodations for you, so as to make this trip truly the holiday of a lifetime. For the 19 th consecutive year, I’ll be there to guide you and share my love for this beautiful country all along. I look forward to welcoming you on this unforgettable journey. CHARLES VELLA ROCS GROUP CHAIRMAN
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Tour of Australia &Magnificent Cruise to New Zealand on theOvation of the Seas North andSouth Islands Grand East Coast
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24 DAYS
24 TH NOVEMBER - 17 TH DECEMBER
VISITING: MELBOURNE, CANBERRA, SYDNEY, BLUE MOUNTAINS, BAY OF ISLANDS, AUCKLAND, TAURANGA, WELLINGTON, DUNEDIN, DUSKY SOUND, DOUBTFUL SOUND, MILFORD SOUND
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Malta -Melbourne Meet your tour manager at Malta International Airport for your flight to Melbourne. Arrival in Melbourne, transfer and check in at The 5* Crown Metropol Hotel. DAY 1/2
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OUR HAND-PICKED HOTEL IN MELBOURNE 5* CROWN METROPOL HOTEL
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Melbourne City Tour DAY 3
Proceed for Melbourne City Tour. We will travel through the city centre past China Town and Parliament house to Fitzroy Gardens stopping to view Captain Cook’s Cottage. We will then go to the Melbourne Cricket Ground, national Tennis centre and the famous Australian Grand Prix Track. We will then travel over Westgate Bridge for panoramic views and visit the Botanic Gardens. Entry to the Eureka Sky deck 88 GRAND TOUR OF AUSTRALIA & MAGNIFICENT NEW ZEALAND CRUISE 2019 8
to view the city fromtheObservationDeck. Proceed to the Shrine of Remembrance which was built in 1934. The Shrine is the Victorian state memorial to Australians who have served in war and peacekeeping operations. Enter the Classical interior and discover the reverent solitude of the Sanctuary. View breath taking vistas of Melbourne from the Balcony.
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DAY 4 Melbourne
Today we travel to Melbourne’s Eastern Suburbs, we will take a ride on the historic steam train Puffing Billy where we will ride through the forest from Belgrave to Menzies Creek and pass through the spectacular Blue Dandenong Ranges, with towering mountain ash forests, lyrebirds and fern gullies. Proceed to Warrock farm including lunch. GRAND TOUR OF AUSTRALIA & MAGNIFICENT NEW ZEALAND CRUISE 2019 10
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DAY 5 Melbourne
Day at leisure - shopping or visiting relatives.
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Stylish, arty Melbourne is both dynamic and cosmopolitan, and it's proud of its place as Australia’s sporting and cultural capital.
Consistently rated among the “world’s most livable cities” in quality-of-life surveys, where splendid Victorian buildings that sprang up in the wake of the gold rush still stand. This is Melbourne’s heart, which you can explore at a leisurely pace today. In Southbank, one of the newer precincts south of the city center, the sprawling Crown Melbourne entertainment complex
and the Southgate Centre’s bars, restaurants, and shops have refocused Melbourne’s vision on the Yarra River. Just a hop away, Federation Square— with its host of restaurants, galleries, and museums—has become a civic hub for both Melburnians and visitors. A subtler city icon, its “laneways” thread the city center between major streets and are home to fascinating bars, cafés, shops, and art galleries.
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Depart Melbourne and transfer to Canberra - Australia’s Capital City. Check in at The 4* QT Canberra hotel. DAY 6 Melbourne - Canberra
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While every other Australian city was settled before Federation in 1901, the youthful capital was first called Canberra in 1913 making it the only Australian city founded when the nation existed. It’s not your colonial capital; it’s an Australian invention conceived of by visionary American architect Walter Burley Griffin and his wife Marion Mahony Griffin. Today, the city boasts expansive open spaces, broad boulevards, aesthetics influenced by the 19th-century Arts and Crafts Movement, and a seamless alignment
of built and natural elements. Recent designer precincts around the lake – New Acton, Kingston Foreshore and a work in progress boardwalk around to the Acton Peninsula – have added a cosmopolitan atmosphere at the city’s heart. During parliamentary sitting weeks, the city buzzes with national politics. When not talking policy, the city’s developing a reputation for its festivals – the legendary Floriade, National Folk Festival and the freshly minted Canberra Writers Festival.
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OUR HAND-PICKED HOTEL IN CANBERRA 4* QT CANBERRA HOTEL
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There is plenty to see and do in Canberra. Today we will have a morning panoramic view of the most well-known attractions includingParliamentHouse,OldParliament
House, The Aboriginal Tent Embassy, The Australian War Memorial and Lake Burley. Depart Canberra and proceed to Sydney. Check in at The 5* Hilton Sydney Hotel.
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DAY 8 Sydney
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Today we will tour this magnificent city known to be one of the most beautiful and picturesque cities of the world. We will see the Harbour Bridge, visit the famousOperaHouseandMrsMacquarie’s Chair which is a Sydney landmark. The chair was carved out of a sandstone rock ledge by convicts in 1810. Specially
commissioned by Governor Macquarie for his wife Elizabeth who was known to love the area this is one of the best vantage points to view the sights of Sydney Harbour. We then return to King Street Wharf to board the cruise vessel for a luncheon on the overwhelming Sydney Harbour.
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OUR HAND-PICKED HOTEL IN SYDNEY 5* HILTON SYDNEY HOTEL
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Today we will travel past the site of the Sydney Olympics to the Blue Mountains National Park. With stunning natural, this world heritage region of the Blue Mountains is an Australian highlight, this slate-coloured haze that gives the mountains their namecomes fromafinemist of oil exudedby thehugeeucalyptus that form a dense canopy across the landscape of deep valleys. Upon arrival at Echo Point we take a ride on the Scenic Skyway and/or Scenic Railway (rides not included) and awe in wonder at the Three Sisters rock formation.
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Sydney -Manly DAY 10
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site for Sydney and Australia. It is a stepping-off point for most attractions based around the harbour. The quay is a vibrant, bustling place with ferries leaving every few minutes to different parts of the harbour, including Manly, where we will visit today. Manly has well been considered Australia’s favourite seaside resort; on the water’s edge, a destination for all seasons and all ages. It’s an attraction famous for its breath taking natural beauty, scenic walkways alongside harbour and ocean beaches and cultural events.
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Transfer to Sydney Cruise Terminal for embarkation of your cruise on board the Ovation of The Seas. Marvel at the newest and third ship in the Quantum Class, Ovation of the Seas. Featuring the same ground breaking venues as its sister ships, DAY 11 Magnificent Cruise to New Zealand on theOvation of the Seas GRAND TOUR OF AUSTRALIA & MAGNIFICENT NEW ZEALAND CRUISE 2019 24 Quantum of the Seas and Anthem of the Seas, this ship is continuing to take cruisers to new heights. Ovation will offer guests a variety of activities, entertainment and dining options.
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The Ovation of the Seas TheShip that Redefines Cruising
Epic cities, exotic shores, colorful cultures and spectacular landscapes – experience it all with on this wonderful cruise to New Zealand. We’ll take you to its golden beaches, rugged outback, world-class cities and beyond. Not to mention a world of elevated experiences on- board, take adventure to new heights on the rock climbing wall, then experience the thrill of a free fall on RipCord by iFLY, or catch a wave on the FlowRider surf simulator before ascending over 300 feet above sea level in North Star — all while soaking up breath-taking views of New Zealand’s unspoiled landscape. Delight yourself in local food and entertainment, whilst immersing yourselves in a cruise tour that brings the very best of New Zealand to you. OVATION OF THE SEAS IS ALL ABOUT ELEVATED EXPLORATION.
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Cruising DAY 12/13 THIS YEAR, LET ROCS HEIGHTEN YOUR WORLD VIEW Leave it to us to literally and figuratively take you to a higher place. The exclusive North Star promises to elevate you both physically and emotionally, revealing 360-degree views of a world you’ve truly never seen before! On this cruise you can simply step into the North Star intimate, jewel-shaped capsule and gently ascend over 300 feet above sea level. Here you can take in breath-taking views of the ocean, the ship, and the exciting destinations that we will visit.
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It ranks as one of NZ’s top summertimedestinations. Lingering shots of its turquoisewaters and 150 undeveloped islands feature heavily in the country’s tourist promotions.
Most of the action here is out on the water, whether that be yachting, big-game fishing, kayaking, diving or cruising around in the company of whales and dolphins.
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Aukland DAY 15
Paris may be the city of love, but Auckland is the city of many lovers, according to its Māori name, Tāmaki Makaurau. Those lovers so desired this place that they fought over it for centuries. It’s hard to imagine a more geographically blessed city. Its two harbours frame a narrow
isthmus punctuated by volcanic cones and surrounded by fertile farmland. From any of its numerous vantage points you’ll be surprised how close the Tasman Sea and Pacific Ocean come to kissing and forming a new island.
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Tauranga DAY 16
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Located at the entrance to a beautiful natural harbour in the Bay of Plenty, Tauranga is New Zealand’s fifth largest city and a thriving commercial centre with a passion for good food, wine and stylish shopping. Popular things to do surrounding Taurangainclude surfing off the long white sand beaches on Matakana Island, climbing up Mount Maunganui for spectacular sea and city views, and visiting Lake McLaren and walking the 10-minute walk to a beautiful waterfall in McLaren Falls Park. For a cultural experience, explore the Tauranga Art Gallery, wander along the Arataki Cultural Walking Trails, or visit The Elms - one of New Zealand’s oldest heritage sites.
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The resident population of spermwhales at Kaikoura can be seen all year round. Orca (killer whales) may be seen from December to March, and humpback whales in June and July. Several dolphin species are seen almost daily in the area.
In fact, almost half of the world’s species of whale are seen around New Zealand’s coast.
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Wellington DAY 18
On a sunny, windless day, Wellington is up there with the best of them. For starters it’s lovely to look at, sitting on a hook-shaped harbour ringed with ranges that wear a cloak of snow in winter. Victorian timber architecture laces the bushy hillsides above the harbour, which resonate with native birdsong. As cities go, it’s really rather small but the compact nature of the downtown area gives it a bigger-city GRAND TOUR OF AUSTRALIA & MAGNIFICENT NEW ZEALAND CRUISE 2019 38
buzz and, being the capital, it’s endowed with museums, theatres, galleries and arts organisationscompletelydisproportionate to its size. Wellingtonians are rightly proud of their kick in caffeine and craft-beer scene, and there’s no shortage of beard- wearing, skateboard-lugging, artsy types doing interesting things in old warehouses across town.
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Dunedin DAY 19
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It is New Zealand’s best kept secret, located in the South Island this city is full of authentic welcoming characters that tell it like it is. Known as the Edinburgh of New Zealand, Dunedin is the country’s city of the south, wearing its Scottish heritage
with pride. Surrounded by dramatic hills and at the foot of a long, picturesque harbour, Dunedin is one of the best- preserved Victorian and Edwardian cities in the Southern Hemisphere.
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DAY 20 DuskySoundCruising
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One of the most complex fjords on New Zealand’s southern coast, Dusky Sound is a place of serene beauty, accessible today only by sea or air. European explorers first spotted this treasure when Captain Cook
and his crew happened upon its opening in the late eighteenth century. Although they returned to explore its waters months later, Cook and his crew named it Dusky Sound for the time of night when they first found it.
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Doubtful SoundCruising DAY 20 Immerse yourself in the vast and untouched wilderness of Doubtful Sound, the second largest fiord in Fiordland National Park. With its rugged peaks, verdant rainforest and twisting, hidden inlets, Doubtful Sound will take your breath away. Home to abundant wildlife you may see bottlenose dolphins and fur seals at play, or catch a glimpse of a rare Fiordland Crested Penguin. Getting to Doubtful Sound is an adventure in itself. This isolation makes the fiord a very special place, a place only those in the know get to see.
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MilfordSoundCruising DAY 20
Situated on the west coast of the South Island Milford Sound is a fusion of spectacular natural features with amazing visual cues around every corner. Described by Rudyard Kipling as the ‘eighth wonder of the world’, Milford Sound was carved
by glaciers during the ice ages and it is breath taking in any weather. The fiord’s cliffs rise vertically from the dark waters, mountain peaks scrape the sky and waterfalls cascade downwards, some as high as 1000 metres. When it rains in Milford Sound, and it often does, those waterfalls multiply withmagnificent effect.
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If you’re craving high-end eats, Ovation of the Seas℠ hits all the high notes. Dining that takes you from the Far East at Izumi, down the rabbit hole at Wonderland Imaginative Cuisine. BOLD SIGHTS, INCREDIBLE BITES Cruising DAY 21
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Sydney’s Beaches DAY 23
Transfer from the Cruise Terminal to see some of the nicest beaches that Sydney boasts about.
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Following our departure from the cruise we travel north over the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Then we head to the Northern beaches of Queensclift, Curl Curl, Deewyn, Coolaroy, Narrabeen and Monavale to see some of Sydney`s famed surfing and holiday destination and to see the spectacular view of
the Pacific ocean. Free time for lunch (not included) and then head South to see the World famous Bondi beach, Coogee andMaruaba. See the beautiful beaches along the shore of Botany Bay including Bright-Le-Sands, Ramsgate and Sansouci.
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After our final day in Sydney, we board our coach transfer to the airport for our flight back to Malta via Dubai. Sydney -Malta DAY 23/24
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GRAND EAST COAST TOUR OF AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND CRUISE
HOLIDAY PACKAGES STARTING FROM €3999 24DAY
24 TH NOVEMBER - 17 TH DECEMBER
VISITING: MELBOURNE, CANBERRA, SYDNEY, BLUE MOUNTAINS, BAY OF ISLANDS, AUCKLAND, TAURANGA, WELLINGTON, DUNEDIN, DUSKY SOUND, DOUBTFUL SOUND, MILFORD SOUND
DAY 9 – SYDNEY - BLUE MOUNTAINS
DAY 1 – MALTA - MELBOURNE
Dandenong Ranges, with towering mountain ash forests, lyrebirds and fern gullies. Proceed to Warrock farm including lunch.
Today we will travel past the site of the Sydney Olympics to the Blue Mountains National Park. On arrival at Echo Point we take a ride on the Scenic Skyway and/or Scenic Railway (rides not included) and see the Three Sisters rock formation. Visit Circular Quay which is the hub of Sydney Harbour, situated at a small inlet called Sydney Cove, the founding site for Sydney andAustralia. It is a stepping-off point for most attractions based around the harbour. The quay is a vibrant, bustling place with ferries leaving every few minutes to different parts of the harbour, including Manly, where we will visit today. Manly has well been considered Australia’s favourite seaside resort; on the water’s edge, a destination for all seasons and all ages. It’s an attraction famous for its breath taking natural beauty, scenic walkways alongside harbour and ocean beaches and cultural events. DAY 11/22 - NEW ZEALAND CRUISE ON ROYAL CARIBBEAN’S OVATION OF THE SEAS Transfer to Sydney Cruise Terminal for embarkation of your cruise on board the Ovation of The Seas. Marvel at the newest and third ship in the Quantum Class, Ovation of the Seas. Featuring the same ground breaking venues as its sister ships, Quantum of the Seas and Anthem of the Seas, this ship is continuing to take cruisers to new heights. Ovation will offer guests a variety of activities, entertainment and dining options. DAY 10 - SYDNEY - MANLY
Meet your tour manager at Malta International Airport for your flight to Melbourne.
DAY 5 - MELBOURNE
DAY 2 - MELBOURNE
Day at leisure - shopping or visiting relatives.
Arrival in Melbourne, transfer and check in at The 5* Crown Metropol Hotel.
DAY 6 - MELBOURNE - CANBERRA
DAY 3 - MELBOURNE CITY TOUR
Depart Melbourne and transfer to Canberra - Australia’s Capital City. Check in at The 4* QT Canberra Hotel.
Proceed for Melbourne city tour. Arrival in Melbourne, transfer and check in at The 5* Crown Metropol Hotel. We will travel through the city centre past China Town and Parliament house to Fitzroy Gardens stopping to view Captain Cook’s Cottage. We will then go to the Melbourne Cricket Ground, national Tennis centre and the famous Australian Grand Prix Track. We will then travel over Westgate Bridge for panoramic views and visit the Botanic Gardens. Entry to the Eureka Sky deck 88 to view the city from the Observation Deck. Proceed to the Shrine of Remembrance which was built in 1934. The Shrine is the Victorian state memorial to Australians who have served in war and peacekeeping operations. Enter the Classical interior and discover the reverent solitude of the Sanctuary. View breath taking vistas of Melbourne from the Balcony. GRAND TOUR OF AUSTRALIA & MAGNIFICENT NEW ZEALAND CRUISE 2019 56 DAY 4 - MELBOURNE Today we travel to Melbourne’s Eastern Suburbs, we will take a ride on the historic steam train Puffing Billy where we will ride through the forest from Belgrave to Menzies Creek and pass through the spectacular Blue DAY 8 - SYDNEY
DAY 7 - CANBERRA - SYDNEY
There is plenty to see and do in Canberra. The most well known are Parliament House, Old Parliament House, The Aboriginal Tent Embassy, The Australian War Memorial and Lake Burley . Another place you can visit is the attractive Government House and the gardens. Depart Canberra and proceed to Sydney. Check in at The 5* Hilton Sydney Hotel. Today we will tour this magnificent city known to be one of the most beautiful and picturesque cities of the world. We will see the Harbour Bridge, visit the famous Opera House and Mrs Macquarie’s Chair which is a Sydney landmark. The chair was carved out of a sandstone rock ledge by convicts in 1810. Specially commissioned by Governor Macquarie for his wife Elizabeth who was known to love the area this is one of the best vantage points to view the sights of Sydney Harbour. We then return to King Street Wharf to board the cruise vessel for a luncheon on the overwhelming Sydney Harbour.
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NEW ZEALAND CRUISE ON ROYAL CARIBBEAN’S OVATION OF THE SEAS Ovation of the Seas is all about elevated exploration. Open up exotic shores and untamed spectacular landscapes — not to mention a world of elevated experiences onboard. It’s scenery scoping from an unrivaled perspective. Take adventure to new heights on the rock climbing wall, then experience the thrill of a free fall on RipCord® by iFLY®. Or catch a wave on the FlowRider® surf simulator before ascending over 300 feet above sea level in North Star® — all while soaking up breath-taking views of New Zealand’s unspoiled landscape. Leave it to us to literally and figuratively take you to a higher place. The exclusive North Star promises to elevate you both physically and emotionally, revealing 360-degree views of a world you’ve truly never seen before! On this cruise you can simply step into the North Star intimate, jewel-shaped capsule and gently ascend over 300 feet above sea level, where you can take in breath-taking views of the ocean, the ship, and the exciting destinations that we visit. The resident population of sperm whales at Kaikoura can be seen all year round. Orca (killer whales) may be seen from December to March, and humpback whales in June and July. Several dolphin species are seen almost daily in the area. In fact, almost half of the world’s species of whale are seen around New Zealand’s coast.
come to kissing and forming a new island.
breath away. Home to abundant wildlife you may see bottlenose dolphins and fur seals at play, or catch a glimpse of a rare Fiord land Crested Penguin. Getting to Doubtful Sound is an adventure in itself. This isolation makes the fiord a very special place, a place only those in the know get to see. Milford Sound Cruising Situated on the west coast of the South Island Milford Sound is a fusion of spectacular natural features with amazing visual cues around every corner. Described by Rudyard Kipling as the ‘eighth wonder of the world’, Milford Sound was carved by glaciers during the ice ages and it is breath taking in any weather. The fiord’s cliffs rise vertically from the dark waters, mountain peaks scrape the sky and waterfalls cascade downwards, some as high as 1000 metres. When it rains in Milford Sound, and it often does, those waterfalls multiply with magnificent effect. Transfer from the Cruise Terminal to see some of the nicest beaches that Sydney boasts about. The word ‘Maroubra’ comes from an Aboriginal word meaning ‘like thunder’ - an apt description of the sound of the waves pounding on the shoreline. These waves have made Maroubra one of the most popular surfing locations in Sydney and Australia’s second only National Surfing Reserve. Coogee Beach is a great beach with calm surf and is family-friendly. The promenade area has restored historic buildings and nurtured parklands. Coogee is the ideal spot to begin the coastal walk to Bondi along a clearly marked pathway with stunning ocean views. With white sands, curling waves and sandstone cliffs, Bondi Beach is Australia’s most famous beach and a world icon. The jewel of Sydney’s laid-back beach lifestyle, Bondi has something for everyone, from swimming, surfing and sunbathing to a spectacular coastal walk and delicious places to eat. Botany Bay is a central port of Sydney, significant both in historic and modern times. In 1770, it was the landing spot of Captain James Cook when he first stepped onto Australia after having explored New Zealand extensively. Transfer to the airport for your flight back to Malta via Dubai. DAY 23 – SYDNEY
Tauranga Located at the entrance to a beautiful natural harbour in the Bay of Plenty, Tauranga is New Zealand’s fifth largest city and a thriving commercial centre with a passion for good food, wine and stylish shopping. Popular things to do surrounding Taurangainclude surfing off the long white sand beaches on Matakana Island, climbing up Mount Maunganui for spectacular sea and city views, and visiting Lake McLaren and walking the 10-minute walk to a beautiful waterfall in McLaren Falls Park. For a cultural experience, explore the Tauranga Art Gallery, wander along the Arataki Cultural Walking Trails, or visit The Elms - one of New Zealand’s oldest heritage sites. Wellington On a sunny, windless day, Wellington is up there with the best of them. For starters it’s lovely to look at, sitting on a hook-shaped harbour ringed with ranges that wear a cloak of snow in winter. Victorian timber architecture laces the bushy hillsides above the harbour, which resonate with native birdsong. As cities go, it’s really rather small but the compact nature of the downtown area gives it a bigger-city buzz and, being the capital, it’s endowed with museums, theatres, galleries and arts organisations completely disproportionate to its size. Wellingtonians are rightly proud of their kick in caffeine and craft-beer scene, and there’s no shortage of beard-wearing, skateboard-lugging, artsy types doing interesting things in old warehouses across town. Dunedin It is New Zealand’s best kept secret, located in the South Island this city is full of authentic welcoming characters that tell it like it is. Known as the Edinburgh of New Zealand, Dunedin is the country’s city of the south, wearing its Scottish heritage with pride. Surrounded by dramatic hills and at the foot of a long, picturesque harbour, Dunedin is one of the best-preserved Victorian and Edwardian cities in the Southern Hemisphere. Dusky Sound Cruising One of the most complex fjords on New Zealand’s southern coast, Dusky Sound is a place of serene beauty, accessible today only by sea or air. European explorers first spotted this treasure when Captain Cook and his crew happened upon its opening in the late eighteenth century. Although they returned to explore its waters months later, Cook and his crew named it Dusky Sound for the time of night when they first found it. Doubtful Sound Cruising Immerse yourself in the vast and untouched wilderness of Doubtful Sound, the second largest fiord in Fiord land National Park. With its rugged peaks, verdant rainforest and twisting, hidden inlets, Doubtful Sound will take your
BOLD SIGHTS, INCREDIBLE BITES
If you’re craving high-end eats, Ovation of the Seas℠ hits all the high notes. Dining that takes you from the Far East at Izumi, down the rabbit hole at Wonderland Imaginative Cuisine.
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Bay of Islands It ranks as one of NZ’s top summertime destinations. Lingering shots of its turquoise waters and 150 undeveloped islands feature heavily in the country’s tourist promotions. Most of the action here is out on the water, whether that be yachting, big-game fishing, kayaking, diving or cruising around in the company of whales and dolphins. Auckland Paris may be the city of love, but Auckland is the city of many lovers, according to its Māori name, Tāmaki Makaurau. Those lovers so desired this place that they fought over it for centuries. It’s hard to imagine a more geographically blessed city. Its two harbours frame a narrow isthmus punctuated by volcanic cones and surrounded by fertile farmland. From any of its numerous vantage points you’ll be surprised how close the Tasman Sea and Pacific Ocean GRAND TOUR OF AUSTRALIA & MAGNIFICENT NEW ZEALAND CRUISE 2019 58
DAY 24 - MALTA
Arrival in Dubai where you will board your connecting flight to Malta.
GRAND TOUR OF AUSTRALIA & MAGNIFICENT NEW ZEALAND CRUISE 2019
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- 15 LUNCHES - 12 DINNERS
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TERMS & CONDITIONS APPLY This competition is being organised by the ROCS Group in association with Auto Sales Limited sole agents of Renault in Malta. Participating tickets will only be valid if purchases are made and payment is received by midnight of the 20 th December 2019. Clients entitled to competition tickets need to complete their full details and deliver the said tickets to a ROCS Group office outlet of their choice by midnight of the 20 th December 2019. It is the client’s responsibility to make sure that tickets are filled in properly and in their name. The ROCS Group will strictly abide by the name, address, and all details listed on the chosen competition ticket. This is not a lottery but a competition based on the correct answer to a skill-based question. Therefore, the chosen finalist will need to correctly answer a skill- based question. Late entries for the competition after midnight of the 20 th December 2019 will not be accepted and will not be entitled to participate. The car competition will be held on the 23rd of December and the winner will be announced at noon on the 24 th December 2019.
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