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Sydney to Melbourne
15 Days / 12 Nights from $7125
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Duration: 15 days, 12 nights
Accommodations: Superior Hotels, Key Locations
Tour Code: ECCA
Highlights: Sydney, Cairns, Great Barrier Reef cruise, Kuranda, Uluru/Ayers Rock, Alice Springs, The Ghan Train Journey, Adelaide, Barossa Valley, Melbourne
Inclusions: Hotel accommodations, roundtrip airfare from LAX, all domestic airfare, land transportation, 24 meals, tour, and much more!
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Description
A unique travel experience with a collection of superior hotels and resorts to make your 15-day visit to Australia's highlights an experience to remember for a lifetime.
Itinerary
Day 1 Mon. Los Angeles.
This evening board your flight bound for Australia.
Day 2 Tue. In Flight.
Cross the international dateline and "lose" a day.
Day 3 Wed. Sydney.
Your Tour Director will meet you on arrival, of our selected flights, in Sydney. After an early check in, relax or step out to explore. Join fellow travelers this evening for our Welcome Dinner.
Three Night Stay: Sydney, Sydney Harbour Marriott Hotel.
Day 4 Thur. City Sights Tour, Sydney Harbour Cruise, Opera House Tour.
Today join a Sydney sightseeing tour including a visit to a wildlife park. Join a luncheon cruise on Sydney Harbour before touring Kings Cross, the historic Rocks area and famous Bondi Beach. Join a guided tour of the famous Sydney Opera House.
Day 5 Fri. At Leisure in Sydney.
Relax and enjoy cosmopolitan Sydney at your own pace today. Perhaps join an optional sightseeing tour of the Hunter Valley, internationally known for its wines, or visit the stunning Blue Mountains to see the Three Sisters rock formation (own expense). You might like to stroll the Rocks area, which features a variety of souvenir and craft shops. Head to Oxford Street, Pitt Street Mall and discover the city's fabulous shopping precincts.
Day 6 Sat. Sydney, Cairns, Tjapukai Aboriginal Dinner and Show.
Fly to Cairns. Enjoy a tour of this tropical city. Tonight experience the Tjapukai Dinner and Show. Showcasing the culture of the rain forest people, the show is a theatrical interpretation of Aboriginal culture from the beginning of time into the future and is followed by a sumptuous buffet dinner that features local produce and Australian wine.
Three Night Stay: Cairns, Shangri La, The Marina.
Day 7 Sun. Barrier Reef Cruise.
Enjoy a guided cruise to the Great Barrier Reef. At Agincourt Reef, a magnificent ribbon reef, see coral aboard the semi sub., or swim and snorkel. It's up to you how you choose to explore these clear waters with their tropical fish, colorful coral and other marine life. Visit the underwater observatory. Enjoy a tropical lunch.
Day 8 Mon. Skyrail, Kuranda, Cairns.
Today ride the Skyrail Cableway, gliding over the lush World Heritage listed rain forest canopy to Kuranda. Later, take in the spectacular scenery as you travel aboard the Kuranda Scenic Railway back down the mountain range, past cascading waterfalls to Cairns.
Day 9 Tue. Cairns, Uluru Kata Tjuta National Park, Sounds of Silence Dinner.
This morning explore Cairns for yourself, perhaps wander down to the Marlin Marina or explore the shops. Join a flight to Uluru (Ayers Rock), visit Kata Tjuta (Olgas) and walk to Walpa (Olga) Gorge. Tonight enjoy the unique experience of dining in the desert at the "Sounds of Silence" dinner. Savor this gourmet dining experience under the stars, followed by a guided tour of the Outback night sky.
Stay: Ayers Rock Resort's premier hotel, Sails in the Desert.
Day 10 Wed. Uluru Base Tour, Alice Springs.
Tour the base of Uluru, viewing ancient caves and Aboriginal rock art. Walk to Mutitjulu waterhole and hear of the ancient Aboriginal legends of the region. At the Maruku Arts and Crafts Gallery, see Aboriginal artists at work. There is also the chance to purchase original artworks from the artists. En route to Alice Springs, pass vast cattle stations.
Stay: Alice Springs, Alice Springs Resort.
Day 11 Thur. Alice Springs Tour, The Ghan Train.
Tour Alice Springs, visiting the famous Royal Flying Doctor Base and Anzac Hill. Then board The Ghan and begin one of the world's great train journeys through the Outback.
Stay: The Ghan, one of the world's great train journeys.
Day 12 Fri. Adelaide.
Arrive in Adelaide this afternoon aboard The Ghan. Visit the National Wine Centre. This tour and educational tasting will give an insight into the Barossa wine region and the Australian wine industry.
Stay: Adelaide, Sebel Playford.
Day 13 Sat. Melbourne Tour, Colonial Tramcar Dinner.
Fly to Melbourne. On a sightseeing tour of the city, visit Victoria Market, Parliament House and take a stroll through the Fitzroy Gardens. This evening enjoy dinner aboard the Colonial Tramcar Restaurant. Dine as the tramcar winds its way through the streets of Melbourne.
Two Night Stay: Melbourne, Hotel Sofitel.
Day 14 Sun. At Leisure in Melbourne.
A free day to enjoy the many delights of Melbourne, one of the world's most liveable cities. You may choose to enjoy a leisurely breakfast before stepping out to explore this beautiful city. Stroll down to Southbank on the Yarra River to enjoy the many cafés, shops and Crown Casino complex; visit the city's elegant shopping arcades; or choose an optional tour to see the renowned Penguin Parade on Phillip Island, or the famous Great Ocean Road to see the magnificent Twelve Apostles (own expense).
Day 15 Mon. Melbourne, Los Angeles.
Board your flight home.
Departure Dates:
2008:
September 15
October 20, 27
November 10
2009:
January 12
February 2, 16
March 9
Pricing
starting from $7125 per person
Add a 3 Day Fiji Stopover
Day 1. Arrive Nadi, Fiji.
Transfer to the Outrigger on the Lagoon, a 5-star resort on the Coral Coast, surrounded by 40 acres of tropical gardens. The remainder of day is at leisure to relax and explore this tropical paradise of sea and sun.
Day 2. Coral Coast, Fiji.
Whether you wish to explore the island or simply relax, your local island host will be on hand to give advice and offer recommendations.
Day 3. Depart Nadi, Fiji.
A morning departure to the airport for your flight to join the tour.
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Notes:
- Prices in US dollars unless otherwise noted.
- We have limited space on this package and it is subject to availability and prior sale.
- All package prices are per person based on double occupancy unless otherwise noted
- Prices reflect cash discount.
- Due to constantly changing policies to baggage restrictions, please check with your airline directly for latest updates and restrictions.
- Information, including prices are subject to change without notice
- Restrictions and change and/or cancel penalties apply.
- Taxes and airport fees not included.
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