Australia
About Terra Nova Tours
- They are passionate about Australia and creating tours that show off this diverse country and give the visitor an experience of a lifetime. They use their knowledge and passion for Australia to ensure that the tours get to see the main highlights of this vast country as well as taking the travellers to some other special places that they know about because of their in-depth knowledge.
- Their company is one that is based on care for the environment, care for their staff, honesty and fairness – this filters through to the way they treat their clients, suppliers and the positive office environment they create to ensure their team is in the best position to make the client’s holiday one of the best they’ve had.
- The owners are hands on in the business and involved daily with the operation of the company and bring with them a depth of knowledge and experience second to none
Kerry Ralston
Product & Services
- German speaking guided coach tours
- Guaranteed departures on selected tours
- A range of creative and unique australian tours
- German and English speaking tour guides
- A range of tour group sizes from 38 person tours, 26 person tours and small group 14 person tours
- Fantastic activity inclusions in tours
- Dedicated and experienced operations team supporting each tour
Contact Info
- 2/25 Churchill Street
- Christchurch 8013
- New Zealand
- +64 3 379 9126
Top Activities
- The Great Barrier Reef is the world’s largest coral reef system and home to amazingly diverse marine life. Above the water, the reef is dotted with picturesque tropical islands and some of the world’s most beautiful sun-soaked beaches.
- Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, in the heart of the Red Centre, is home to two of the country’s most astounding rock formations – Kata Tjuta and Uluru. The sheer size of these monoliths will impress, as they emerge from an otherwise flat landscape. But it’s the spirituality and rich Aboriginal history connected to these sacred places that will leave a lasting impression.
- One of the highlights of the spectacular Great Ocean Road along the south-west coast of Victoria, the 12 Apostles rise defiantly from the wild Southern Ocean, creating spectacular vistas both from above and below. Soar above the remaining spires (there are just eight still standing) in a helicopter, or take the Gibson Steps down to the sand to appreciate the vertical coastal cliffs from another angle.
- Get up close to the Pinnacles on a scenic drive and walk trail that includes an amazing lookout over Nambung National Park, home to the famous Pinnacles Desert, 2 hours drive north of Perth, Nambung National Park is one of Western Australia’s most unique natural attractions. Thousands of huge limestone pillars rise from the shifting yellow sands and look more like something from a science fiction movie.
- Located in Blue Mountains National Park, the Three Sisters is a strikingly unusual rock formation that, according to Aboriginal legend, represents three sisters who were turned to stone. The tallest of the sisters stands at over 920m (3,000ft) above sea level, towering over the blue haze of the Jamison Valley. View them from Echo Point lookout, or embark on one of the many bushwalks in the area for a unique perspective.
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About Australia
Dinosaurs lived from about 250 to 65 million years ago and there’s plenty of fossil evidence that shows a diverse range roamed Australia’s ancient lands. Australia is home to the Aboriginal people -the world’s oldest continuous culture, as well as Australians who identify with more than 270 ancestries. Prior to the gold rush, most immigrants were of British or Irish descent. The discovery of gold in the 1850s saw an influx of people coming from Continental Europe, China, and to a lesser degree, The United States, New Zealand and the South Pacific. Today you can wander any Australian city and see an A to Z of ethnicities, from Greek and Lebanese, to Vietnamese and Japanese.
In Australia, you’ll find an incredible bounty of jaw-dropping natural wonders. From peculiar rock formations, bubble-gum pink lakes, idyllic waterfalls and crystal-clear ocean vistas. The diversity is second to none. There’s the Great Barrier Reef which is the world’s largest coral reef system and home to the most amazing diverse marine life. Above the water, the reef is neighboured by picturesque tropical islands and some of the world’s most beautiful sun-soaked beaches. In contrast is the Red Centre in the middle of the country Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park is home to two of the country’s most amazing natural monuments, Kata Tjuta and Uluru. Imbued with spirituality and rich Aboriginal history. Take a road trip on the Great Ocean Road offering sweeping coastal views, ancient rock formations and an unbeatable feeling of freedom. This country is dramatic and diverse to say the least!
Adelaide
Adelaide is South Australia’s capital and is bursting with culture, flavours, events and entertainment. It is a pretty city, surrounded by a ring of parkland on the River Torrens and it is home to renowned museums such as the Art Gallery of South Australia, displaying expansive collections including noted Indigenous art, and the South Australian Museum, devoted to natural history. Adelaide is the gateway to some of Australia’s best wine country including the Barossa, McLaren Vale, Handorf and Adelaide Hills, and is home to Australia’s official best restaurant, hotel, wine, gin and beach!
Uluru Kata Tjuta National Park
In Australia’s Red Centre lies the spectacular Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. Home to many ancient wonders, the park is most famous for the enormous monoliths it’s named after. Uluru and Kata Tjuta rise from the earth in all their red glory just 30 kilometres (18.6 miles) from each other. Measuring 348 metres (1140 feet) high and 9.4 kilometres (5.8 miles) in circumference, Uluru is the largest sandstone monolith in the world, while Kata Tjuta is made up of 36 giant domes spread over more than 20 kilometres (12.4 miles). Both sites remain deeply spiritual and sacred to the local Anangu people, who have lived here for more 22,000 years.
Hobart
Hobart is the capital of Australia’s island state of Tasmania and is the second oldest capital in Australia after Sydney. Located at the entrance to the Derwent River, its well-preserved surrounding bushland reaches close to the city centre and beaches line the shores of the river and estuary beyond. At its fashionable Salamanca Place, old sandstone warehouses host galleries and cafes. Nearby is Battery Point, a historic district with narrow lanes and colonial-era cottages. The city’s backdrop is 1,270m-high Mount Wellington, with sweeping views, plus hiking and cycling trails.
Perth
Perth is an urban oasis among the vast nature of Western Australia where you can embrace the best of both worlds. The soft-sand beaches and scenic parks meet a thriving metropolis of small bars, creative restaurants and curated street art. Art galleries, al fresco breweries, relaxed neighbourhood and epic events all live in perfect harmony. There are also nearby wineries and even friendly quokkas in the capital of Western Australia.
Sydney
Sydney, capital of New South Wales and one of Australia’s largest cities, is best known for its harbourfront Sydney Opera House, with a distinctive sail-like design. Massive Darling Harbour and the smaller Circular Quay port are hubs of waterside life, with the arched Harbour Bridge and esteemed Royal Botanic Garden nearby. Sydney’s vibrant dining scene, golden sand and robust cultural venues draw visitors back again and again. This is a city that’s constantly evolving, with new rooftop bars, theatre shows and designer shops popping up at every turn.
Brisbane
Brisbane is the capital of Queensland, sitting alongside the Brisbane River. Life in Brisbane revolves around the outdoors. As the capital of Australia’s Sunshine State, Brisbane invites you to kick off your shoes, grab your mates and enjoy the food, art and adventure on offer. Brisbane is consistently ranked among the world’s most livable cities. Across the river from the CBD, South Bank is home to the Cultural Centre with world-class galleries and entertainment. Experience world-class sporting events at The Gabba or Suncorp Stadium, or get the adrenaline pumping with a Story Bridge Adventure climb.
Cairns
Cairns, considered the gateway to Australia’s Great Barrier Reef, is a city in tropical Far North Queensland. A thriving tropical city where unparalleled natural beauty, spectacular reefs, ancient rainforests, rich culture, and an alfresco dining scene blend into one. It is a place that’s about as laid-back as you’ll find anywhere in Queensland, and certainly not short on a natural wonder or two. In Cairns & Great Barrier Reef, you’ll find UNESCO World Heritage sites begging to be explored in between cities and towns like Cairns and Port Douglas. Cairns is a must-visit for nature-lovers. Hit the morning markets, swim in the sparkling Esplanade Lagoon, taste fresh seafood off the back of a fish trawler, dine in laid-back style like a local, or drink in the view from a rooftop bar.
Melbourne
Melbourne is the coastal capital of the southeastern Australian state of Victoria. At the city’s centre is the modern Federation Square development, with plazas, bars, and restaurants by the Yarra River. In the Southbank area, the Melbourne Arts Precinct is the site of Arts Centre Melbourne – a performing arts complex – and the National Gallery of Victoria, with Australian and indigenous art. Known as Australia’s mecca of all things trendy and tasty, Melbourne offers up exquisite dining, exhilarating sport and abundant opportunities to experience art. Melbourne is a blend of bustling laneways, world-class restaurants and captivating museums. The locals love their coffee, and serve it up in abundance at cosy cafes. There’s always a sense of excitement here – whether its in the city’s fascinating flavours or fierce sporting rivalries.