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Travel by: Through summer
The deal
Dreaming of a faraway trip to the land Down Under? Summer is a great time to visit Australia —and more gems in the neighboring South Pacific — if you want to save a bundle. Since it’s wintertime in the Southern Hemisphere, prices are low and crowds are sparse, yet the weather is still perfectly pleasant in most regions. Our trusted sponsor, Down Under Answers, has put together four affordable packages to Australia, New Zealand, Tahiti, and the Cook Islands featuring savings of more than 50 percent off. Rates start at only $998 and include airfare.
This Sydney bargain vacation includes round-trip airfare from Los Angeles via Air New Zealand, airport transfers, a full-day Sydney sightseeing tour, and four nights’ accommodations. Bed down at the Old Sydney Holiday Inn, situated between the world-famous Harbor Bridge and the landmark Opera House, and just steps away from the upscale shops, cafes, and restaurants of The Rocks, the city’s old colonial district. Spend your time here exploring the picturesque promenade and local cultural attractions, or embark on a harbor cruise from nearby Circular Quay. Package rates start at just $998 per person.
This exciting 7-night adventure gets you a taste of an exciting Australian city, as well as a jaunt to New Zealand. Begin your trip with a 4-night stay in Australia’s Cairns, gateway city to the Great Barrier Reef. Located just one block from the Esplanade, the four-star Hotel Cairns offers upscale guestrooms within easy walking distance of fine shops and restaurants. Enjoy a full-day cruise to explore the vast underwater reefs just off the coast, and take advantage of the included 24-hour Smart Car rental to explore the region’s remarkable rainforests.
Next, you’ll fly straight to Auckland, New Zealand’s largest and most cosmopolitan city. Spend three nights at the four-star Skycity Hotel and you’ll have ample time to explore the area’s gorgeous beaches. Priced from just $1,061, this affordable itinerary covers round-trip airfare from Los Angeles via Air New Zealand, flight from Cairns to Auckland, and all transfers. Normally priced at $2,372 per person, you’ll save 56 percent off rack rates if you book by June 30.
Savor a slice of Polynesian paradise with this affordable 5-night getaway to Tahiti and Moorea. Your trip begins with an overnight at the boutique Hotel Tiare Tahiti, which overlooks downtown Papeete’s waterfront. After a day spent discovering Tahitian treasures, a 45-minute boat ride will ferry you over to Moorea where you’ll bunk down at the Hotel Sofitel la Ora Beach Resort, located on the edge of a picturesque lagoon. Package includes airport transfers, daily breakfast, and round-trip boat transfers from Papeete to Moorea. Book now and save 30 percent, with rates starting at just $1,122 per person (was $1,600). International airfare is not covered with this package.
Combine your stay in two captivating New Zealand cities with time spent exploring the South Pacific’s gorgeous Cook Islands. This exciting 10-night itinerary begins with a visit to volcanic Rarotonga, a paradise of the South Seas covered with dense tropical jungles and majestic saw-tooth mountains. Spend three nights at the four-star Rarotongan Beach Resort and Spa, located directly on Aroa Beach, and discover a premier snorkeling destination.
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Explore New Zealand
Next, unwind for three relaxing nights at the upscale Skycity Hotel in Auckland, which features spacious guestrooms and harbor views. Your trip concludes with four nights at the four-star Millennium Hotel in Queenstown, an alpine resort town on New Zealand’s southern island, surrounded by vineyards, golf courses, and snowcapped peaks. Priced from just $1,725 per person, this affordable 10-night package includes all flights via Air New Zealand and all transfers. Book by June 30 and you’ll save 41 percent off the regular cost for this tour.
The dollars
Trips are based on double occupancy; taxes and fees are additional.
The catch
It’s wintertime in the land Down Under. Visit ShermansTravel.com for information on the best times to travel to Australia, Tahiti, and New Zealand.
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