Price Includes


• 3 nights Sydney
• 1 night Alice Springs
• 2 nights Ayers Rock
• 3 nights Cairns
• Airport Transfers
• Luxury air-conditioned touring
• 2 Lunches (L)


  Highlights:


• Luncheon cruise – Sydney harbor
• Spectacular Blue Mountains
• Explore Ayers Rock and the Olgas
• Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
• Outer Barrier Reef cruise
• Pamagirri Aboriginal Dancers

 
Australia Spectacular

Independent/Daily Departure 10 Days IT26

Day 1 Sydney
You will be welcomed on arrival and transferred to your hotel.
Accommodation: Sydney, The Menzies (Standard), Sofitel Wentworth (First Class), Shangri-La Hotel Sydney (Deluxe) for three nights.

Day 2 Sydney Harbor Luncheon Cruise, City Sights
Take a luncheon cruise on Sydney harbor, viewing the famous Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge. The afternoon tour is comprised of the city and beaches. See Hyde Park, the Domain and Royal Botanic Gardens. (L)

Day 3 Blue Mountains, Wildlife Park, Koalas
Enjoy a full-day tour to the spectacular Blue Mountains. See the Three Sisters, a giant rock formation towering over the Jamison Valley, the scenic Skyway and Railway. Visit the Australian Wildlife Park, photograph a koala and hand-feed kangaroos.

Day 4 Sydney to Alice Springs
Transfer to the airport for your flight to Alice Springs, arriving by 12:00 noon (airfare not included). You will be welcomed on arrival. Afternoon town tour of “The Alice.” Accommodation: Alice Springs, Alice Springs Resort (Standard), Crowne Plaza (First Class), Alice Springs Resort, Deluxe Rivergum Rooms (Deluxe) for one night.

Day 5 Camel Farm, Olgas, Sunset Viewing
Visit the Outback Camel Farm, then arrive at Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park and explore the majestic Olgas—36 rocky domes dominating the western skyline of the park. Early this evening, you’ll stop at sunset strip and enjoy a glass of wine with our compliments while watching the color changes of Ayers Rock. Accommodation: Ayers Rock Resort, Outback Pioneer Hotel (Standard), Desert Gardens Hotel (First Class), Sails in the Desert (Deluxe) for two nights.

Day 6 Sunrise, Ayers Rock, Cultural Center
Climb to the top of Ayers Rock or walk around the base, viewing Aboriginal rock paintings and caves. Learn about the geology of Ayers Rock and the flora of the region as you continue along the Mala Walk. Visit the Cultural Center and Maruku Arts and Craft Cooperative for an opportunity to see Aboriginal artists at work.

Day 7 Ayers Rock to Cairns
At your leisure, transfer for your flight to Cairns (airfare not included). You will be welcomed on arrival. Accommodation: Cairns, Mercure Harbourside Hotel (Standard), Tradewinds Esplanade (First Class), Shangri-La, The Marina (Deluxe) for three nights.

Day 8 Great Barrier Reef
Enjoy a full day cruise to the Great Barrier Reef aboard the luxury Quicksilver catamaran. Cruise to Agincourt Reef, on the edge of the Great Barrier Reef. Savor a delicious buffet lunch on board, including seafood. The afternoon offers you a host of options. Swim or snorkel, view coral and marine life on the semi-sub and check out the underwater observatory. (L)  

Day 9 Skyrail, Kuranda Train
Ride the Skyrail Cableway over World Heritage-listed rainforest to Kuranda. Visit Rainforestation. See the Pamagirri Aboriginal Dancers, join a guided Dreamtime Walk and visit the wildlife enclosure. Browse through Kuranda village before boarding the Kuranda Train as it winds its way down the mountain range to Cairns.

Day 10 Cairns
Morning is at leisure before transfer to Cairns Airport for your onward flight.

 AUSTRALIA SPECTACULAR - 10 DAYS (CODE: IT26)
 Land cost per person Twin Single
 1 Jan 06–31 Mar 07
 Standard $1870 $2755
 First Class $1985 $2975
 Deluxe $2425 $3845

Departs Daily

• Prices are low season “from” and seasonal charges may apply.
• All components can be upgraded.
• Single Traveler must pay single fare.
• Land only prices. Ask your Travel Agent to book flights.

 
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