As far as road trips go, it doesn’t get much better than New Zealand. Beginning in the creative capital of Wellington, this trip will have you spending 10 days discovering the best of the North Island with a local at the wheel. Explore the ethereal landscapes of Tongariro National Park, tuck into a hangi dinner with a Maori community in Rotorua, stretch out on the beaches of the Coromandel Peninsula and wrap things up in Auckland. From stunning sights that stop you in your tracks to celebrations of the island’s Maori culture, this North Island adventure will excite, educate and inspire.

It’s hard to pick a highlight of this New Zealand tour from north to south. Is it the fiords and glaciers of Milford Sound/Piopiotahi, explored on a tour? The gem-like Bay of Islands from Auckland? The bubbling geysers and thermal springs of Rotorua? Or perhaps the mountain vistas of Queenstown? In between you have cosmopolitan cities, wineries, train rides, beaches… how does one country pack so much punch?

Tasmania may be Australia’s smallest state, but it packs a big punch when it comes to natural attractions. Visit 3 national parks including Mt Field, Franklin-Gordon Rivers, & Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair. Meet penguins and Tassie Devils, breathe in the world’s cleanest air, explore mirror-like lakes and dramatic mountains, and savour the fresh seafood, cheeses and fine wine for which this little island is renowned.

With its shimmering harbor, iconic Opera House, golden beaches, and vibrant neighborhoods, Sydney is an Australian city in a category all its own. On this 11-day vacation, you leave this cosmopolitan gem and sail to Hobart, Tasmania, where rugged coastlines meet charming streets. Discover Salamanca’s artsy market, the 19th-century mansions in Battery Point, or savor local oysters and sample Tasmanian wines on a half-day excursion to Barilla Bay.

Just how many legendary Antipodean attractions can you tick off in one journey? This comprehensive Melbourne to Auckland tour does both Australia and New Zealand justice. There’s the World Heritage-listed Great Barrier Reef and Wet Tropics of Queensland, Sydney Opera House, eclectic Melbourne lanes, Queenstown’s Remarkable Range, Rotorua’s steamy thermals and Auckland’s just-as-hot restaurants, just to name some highlights… whew!

Take an active short break to discover Central Australia’s most iconic and scenic day walks. Experience the changing colours of an Uluru sunset with a glass of sparkling wine in hand. Hear Anangu Tjukurpa or local Indigenous lore as you complete the Uluru base walk, marvelling at the sheer scale of the soaring monolith up close. Travel across the Red Centre to Watarrka National Park for epic views of Kings Canyon on a Rim Walk traverse. Return to Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park for a sunrise to remember before your final walk through Kata Tjuta’s Walpa Gorge.

Just how many legendary Antipodean attractions can you tick off in one journey? This comprehensive Melbourne to Auckland tour does both Australia and New Zealand justice. There’s the World Heritage-listed Great Barrier Reef and Wet Tropics of Queensland, Sydney Opera House, eclectic Melbourne lanes, Queenstown’s Remarkable Range, Rotorua’s steamy thermals and Auckland’s just-as-hot restaurants, just to name some highlights… whew!

Step off your cruise ship into a world of natural beauty and rich rail history with this cycle tour from the picturesque Wellington port in New Zealand.

Discover the rugged natural beauty of Tasmania’s Bruny Island on this six-day walking trip. Lace up your hiking boots and make the most of the lush trails and beautiful tracks of South Bruny National Park, chase waterfalls in Mt Field National Park and make the summit in the Hartz Mountains for exceptional natural views. Then, explore the beautiful coastline near Adventure Bay and look out for Bruny Island’s wildlife – all with an expert local leader by your side to show you the best spots!

Uluru Sunset • Aboriginal Rock Art • Uluru Sunrise • Kata Tjuta • Walpa Gorge • Uluru Field of Light. Accommodation: Outback Hotel & Lodge

18 Days, featuring: Cairns

Explore some of Perth’s natural highlights in just five days with a trip that takes you from Fremantle through the Margaret River region and across Western Australia's capital city. Try to grab a quick quokka selfie on your daytrip to Rottnest Island, see the longest timber-piled jetty in the southern hemisphere in Busselton and swim at Meelup Beach. Visit a winery and gin producer local to the Margaret River region, watch a didgeridoo performance inside Ngilgi Cave in Yallingup and learn about Western Australia’s rich First Nations culture. With an Intrepid leader by your side, you can get closer to some of Australia's favourite places, no matter how much time you have.