Title: Visit Australia - New Zealand and the South Pacific: Best of Australia - New Zealand and the South Pacific Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca [Australia - New Zealand and the South Pacific Hotels](https://expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Australia-New-Zealand-And-The-South-Pacific.d6023180.Hotel-Destinations)[Vacation Rentals in Australia - New Zealand and the South Pacific](https://expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Australia-New-Zealand-And-The-South-Pacific.d6023180.Vacation-Rental-Destinations)[Australia - New Zealand and the South Pacific Flights](https://expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Australia-New-Zealand-And-The-South-Pacific.d6023180.Flight-Destinations)[Australia - New Zealand and the South Pacific Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Australia-New-Zealand-And-The-South-Pacific.d6023180.Car-Rental-Destinations)[Australia - New Zealand and the South Pacific Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Australia-New-Zealand-And-The-South-Pacific.d6023180.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Australia - New Zealand and the South Pacific ## Travel Guide ![Sydney featuring night scenes, a bridge and a river or creek](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/26000/26526-Sydney.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Australia - New Zealand and the South Pacific](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/495000/495640-australia---new-zealand-and-the-south-pacific.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Australia - New Zealand and the South Pacific](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/475000/475025-New-Zealand.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Photo provided by Tahiti Tourisme](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/65000/65674-Rangiroa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo provided by Tahiti Tourisme](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/65000/65674-Rangiroa.jpg) ![Australia which includes a sunset and a river or creek](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/209000/209182-Australia.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) #### Relax under a palm tree on a tiny island, soak in thermal hot springs with views of snow-covered mountains and explore a vast, red desert in this continent of extremes. Oceania comprises the two big islands that make up New Zealand, the vast continent of Australia and the small island nations that belong to Micronesia, Melanesia and Polynesia. As well as being incredibly varied in nature, these South Pacific nations are known to be easy-going, relatively undeveloped and super friendly. Australia immediately stands out because of its sheer size and fame. The image of the rugged “Land Down Under” with hopping kangaroos, cuddly koalas and jumping crocodiles is certainly true, but Australia is about much more. Artistic, wealthy and modern state capital cities such as Sydney and Melbourne are among the most liveable in the world. Between the tropical north and the temperate south of Australia, there are lush forests, fertile farmlands, sun-kissed wine regions and vast desert plains to explore. The laid-back “Aussies” are always happy to chat. Meanwhile, their neighbors in New Zealand, the “Kiwis," have mastered the art of inventing thrilling adventure sports that allow you to explore their stunning country from all possible angles. Soar above, delve into, jump down from or bounce along rugged cliffs, thermal landscapes, turquoise lakes, snowcapped peaks, lush forests and rolling hills to experience the best of the South Island. While less dramatic, the North Island looks every bit as mystical as pictured in *The Lord of the Rings* movies. To fulfil your fantasy of relaxing on a far-flung South Pacific island, try the likes of Vanuatu, Fiji and New Caledonia. The friendly locals will make you feel right at home. Samoa, the Cook Islands and Tonga are up-and-coming destinations with equally lovely people and cultures. To get off the beaten track, visit tiny idyllic nations such as Kiribati and Tuvalu. ### Popular cities in Australia - New Zealand and the South Pacific [MelbourneKnown for Dining, Shopping and Museums](https://expedia.ca/Melbourne.dx178283) Australia’s capital of style artfully blends the elegance and grace of yesteryear with the bold new world of modern design and culture. ## Reasons to visit - Princess Theatre - SEA LIFE Melbourne - Melbourne Arts Centre [Explore city](https://expedia.ca/Melbourne.dx178283)[Find hotels](https://expedia.ca/Melbourne-Hotels.d178283.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [SydneyKnown for Dining, Ports and Shopping](https://expedia.ca/Sydney.dx178312) Blessed with more than 100 beaches and buzzing with youthful vitality, when it comes to the good life it’s hard to beat the Harbour City. ## Reasons to visit - Star Casino - SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium - Circular Quay [Explore city](https://expedia.ca/Sydney.dx178312)[Find hotels](https://expedia.ca/Sydney-Hotels.d178312.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [BrisbaneKnown for Dining, Shopping and Rivers](https://expedia.ca/Brisbane.dx179993) Sunny Queensland’s laid-back capital city is the perfect base from which to explore riverside parks, subtropical islands and rugged mountains. ## Reasons to visit - South Bank Parklands - Queensland Performing Arts Centre - Gallery of Modern Art [Explore city](https://expedia.ca/Brisbane.dx179993)[Find hotels](https://expedia.ca/Brisbane-Hotels.d179993.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [PerthKnown for Dining, Shopping and Family-friendly](https://expedia.ca/Perth.dx180013) Unwind in Australia’s most remote state capital, set in a lush valley along a picturesque river and surrounded by great beaches, historic harbors and vast deserts. ## Reasons to visit - Elizabeth Quay - Murray Street Mall - Scarborough Beach [Explore city](https://expedia.ca/Perth.dx180013)[Find hotels](https://expedia.ca/Perth-Hotels.d180013.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [AucklandKnown for Dining, Shopping and Ports](https://expedia.ca/Auckland.dx178233) Nature experiences abound in this city surrounded by harbors and rain forest. Go island hopping, dine out on the water or peer into the crater of a volcano. ## Reasons to visit - New Zealand Maritime Museum - Sky Tower - Auckland Ferry Terminal [Explore city](https://expedia.ca/Auckland.dx178233)[Find hotels](https://expedia.ca/Auckland-Hotels.d178233.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [Gold CoastKnown for Beaches, Dining and Shopping](https://expedia.ca/Gold-Coast.dx180064) For a break in the sun, head to this expansive city: the perfect combination of beaches, theme parks, nightlife, rain forests and mountains. ## Reasons to visit - Warner Bros. Movie World - Cavill Avenue - Dreamworld [Explore city](https://expedia.ca/Gold-Coast.dx180064)[Find hotels](https://expedia.ca/Gold-Coast-Hotels.d180064.Travel-Guide-Hotels) ## Countries in Australia - New Zealand and the South Pacific [Australia](https://expedia.ca/Australia.dx10)[Fiji](https://expedia.ca/Fiji.dx57)[Guam](https://expedia.ca/Guam.dx70)[New Zealand](https://expedia.ca/New-Zealand.dx133)[Samoa](https://expedia.ca/Samoa.dx155)[Cook Islands](https://expedia.ca/Cook-Islands.dx41)[French Polynesia](https://expedia.ca/French-Polynesia.dx61)[Vanuatu](https://expedia.ca/Vanuatu.dx192)[New Caledonia](https://expedia.ca/New-Caledonia.dx131)[Tonga](https://expedia.ca/Tonga.dx180)[American Samoa](https://expedia.ca/American-Samoa.dx11399)[Niue](https://expedia.ca/Niue.dx11409)[Papua New Guinea](https://expedia.ca/Papua-New-Guinea.dx132)[Kiribati](https://expedia.ca/Kiribati.dx93)[Tuvalu](https://expedia.ca/Tuvalu.dx185)[Solomon Islands](https://expedia.ca/Solomon-Islands.dx163)[Nauru](https://expedia.ca/Nauru.dx126)[Federated States of Micronesia](https://expedia.ca/Federated-States-Of-Micronesia.dx118)[Northern Mariana Islands](https://expedia.ca/Northern-Mariana-Islands.dx112)[Cocos Islands](https://expedia.ca/Cocos-Islands.dx11708)[Marshall Islands](https://expedia.ca/Marshall-Islands.dx11407)[Christmas Island](https://expedia.ca/Christmas-Island.dx11706)[Norfolk Island](https://expedia.ca/Norfolk-Island.dx137)[Wallis and Futuna](https://expedia.ca/Wallis-And-Futuna.dx11725)[Pitcairn Islands](https://expedia.ca/Pitcairn-Islands.dx11718)[Tokelau](https://expedia.ca/Tokelau.dx11723)[US Minor Outlying Islands](https://expedia.ca/US-Minor-Outlying-Islands.dx6190474) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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