Duration : 14 Days
Day 1
SYDNEY
Arrive at Sydney's Mascot Airport where you will be met by an A.T.S Pacific reprensentative and transferred to your hotel.
Day 2
SYDNEY
Full day tour commences with visits to Seaforth and Arabanoo Lookouts for photo stops of Middle Harbour, Harbour entrance and Manly. Time is available to explore the seaside suburb of Manly before returning via the surf beaches of Freshwater and Curl. On arrival at Circular Quay, board your cruise vessel for a lunch cruise on magnificent Sydney Harbour. Afternoon coach tour includes a photo stop at Mrs Macquarie's Chair. Travel through the exclusive suburbs of Double and Rose Bays. Complete your day with a visit to the world famous Bondi Beach. (L)
Day 3
SYDNEY
Day at leisure. Your opportunity to explore the Darling Harbour Tourist Complex and the historic Rocks area. This evening enjoy a seafood dinner at the Waterfront Restaurant. (D)
Day 4
SYDNEY / MELBOURNE
Morning transfer to the airport for flight to Melbourne and transfer to your hotel. This afternoon drive through the Victorian countryside to Phillip Island, home of the delightful Little Penguin. At dusk, these comical little sea-birds begin to waddle ashore, performing their daily 'parade' before amused observers. Return to your Melbourne hotel in the late evening. (Airfare not included).
Day 5
MELBOURNE / ADELAIDE
Morning city sights tour travels through the city centre and Chinatown to Fitzroy Gardens for an optional visit to Captain Cook's Cottage. Continue past the Melbourne Cricket Ground and National Tennis Centre, then over the Westgate Bridge for panoramic views of the city. Visit the Botanic Gardens and return to the city stopping at the Shrine of Rememberance. In the afternoon, transfer to the airport for your flight to Adelaide. On arrival, transfer to your hotel. (Airfare not included).
Day 6
BAROSSA VALLEY
A delightful excursion to the wine growing areas of the Barossa Valley with its old-world influence and excellent wines. Lunch is served at a local winery. (L)
Day 7
ADELAIDE / AYERS ROCK
Transfer to the airport for the flight to Ayers Rock. On arrival, transfer to your hotel. In the afternoon, visit the mystic Kata Tjuta (Olgas), then view the sunset over Ayers Rock. (Airfare not included).
Day 8
KINGS CANYON / ALICE SPRINGS
This morning, join a guided climb to the rim of Kings Canyon, which provides superb views over Wattarrka National Park. An easier walk along the boulder-strewn canyon floor is also available. In the afternoon travel by coach to Alice Springs and your accommodation.
Day 9
ALICE SPRINGS / CAIRNS
Early morning departure to enjoy your balloon flight over the rugged central Australian landscapes, followed by breakfast. Transfer to the airport for your flight to Cairns, gateway to the Great Barrier Reef. On arrival in Cairns, transfer to your hotel. (Airfare not included). (B)
Day 10
CAIRNS
Transfer to airport for departure.
Day 11
KANGAROO ISLAND
Transfer to the airport for your flight to Kangaroo Island. Your full day coach tour commences with a visit to Flinders Chase National Park to view wildlife, including kangaroos and koalas. Continue to the southern tip of the island to view Remarkable Rocks and the fur seal colony at Admirals Arch. After lunch, visit Seal Bay to walk amongst the sealions before your return flight to Adelaide and transfer to your hotel. (L)
Day 12
AYERS ROCK / KINGS CANYON
Early morning departure to view the sunrise followed by an optional Rock climb. A guided base tour of the Rock will provide an insight into the importance of this area to the Aboriginal people. Following a visit to the Uluru-Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre, time is available to relax or take an optional scenic flight. In the afternoon travel by coach through sand dune country and cattle stations to Kings Canyon Resort.
Day 13
BARRIER REEF
Travel up the coast road to Port Douglas where you join the MV 'Quicksilver' for a delightful cruise to the Outer Reef. The Wavepiercer moves through clear tropical waters and anchors at Agincourt Reef for swimming, snorkelling or viewing the reef in the submarine viewer. Lunch is served on board. Return to Cairns late afternoon. (L)
Day 14
KURANDA
Travel aboard the Kuranda Scenic Railway and explore Kuranda Village at leisure.
Next stop is at Rainforestation for lunch and a performance by the Pamagirri
Aboriginal Dancers. Tour through the rainforest and lake in an amphibious
army duck, and visit the Wildlife Park to view kangaroos and koalas. Return
to Cairns on the Skyrail cable car. (L)
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