| 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.

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