I want to arrange the most economical trip to New Zealand and both coasts of Austrailia. Who do I consult?

We are semi retired with limited funds. We have friends in Sidney and in the Perth area, whose homes we are welcome to use as 'base camps'. We are thinking that this will be a two month trip.

Public Comments

1. probably best not to arrange it and make bookings until you get here. most of the stuff advertised is the most expensive, Are you driving? if so you can easily find accom. along the way. or go to harvey world travel websites and prebook it first, they are pretty reasonably priced.
2. STA Travel is not just for students. Anyone of any age can go there. The good thing is that they have really cheap rates for flights, accommodation and tours. They can help you with all the major touristy stuff as well as some more off-beat activities depending on your interests. They often are using the same tour operators as the other agents, but just at a cheaper price. You can even organise it in person when you get here with STA. If you have some kind of seniors or pension card it may be valid in some places here, so bring it along! Have a great trip.
3. For cheap airline fares try www.webjet.com.au
4. Check out the answer to the question on booking last minute and cheap travel in Australia: http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;_ylt=AvdSJoUzTrpvE4EZapDaDTjzy6IX?qid=1006040521390