• Includes all First Class features.
• You will be traveling with a qualified local driver in Melbourne, Alice Springs, Ayers Rock, Cairns and Sydney.
• Airport transfers will be provided on Day 1 in Melbourne & Day 13 in Sydney, only for passengers who have booked their flights on a Trafalgar recommended airline and advised Trafalgar of their flight details.
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• Includes all First Class features.
• You will be traveling with a qualified local driver in Melbourne, Alice Springs, Ayers Rock, Cairns and Sydney.
• Airport transfers will be provided on Day 1 in Melbourne & Day 13 in Sydney, only for passengers who have booked their flights on a Trafalgar recommended airline and advised Trafalgar of their flight details.
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DAY
1: ARRIVE MELBOURNE (3)
On arrival at Melbourne Airport you will be transferred to your hotel (flights to arrive prior to 4pm) where you'll have time at leisure. Perhaps take a walk to orientate yourself with the city. Tonight join your Tour Director and fellow traveling companions for a Welcome Drink. Hotel: Crowne Plaza(MD) (3 nights)
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2: MELBOURNE SIGHTSEEING
See the Royal Botanic Gardens, St. Paul's Cathedral, Parliament House, the Shrine of Remembrance and much more on a sightseeing tour. (BB)
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3: MELBOURNE AT LEISURE
Enjoy a full day at leisure. Perhaps see the magnificent rock formations of the Twelve Apostles along the Great Ocean Road or ride the Puffing Billy steam train and visit a winery. This evening, why not witness the nightly ritual of the little penguins returning from a day of fishing on nearby Phillip Island? (BB)
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4: MELBOURNE - ALICE SPRINGS
You will be transferred to Melbourne Airport for an early morning flight to Alice Springs (flights to arrive prior to 1pm). On your arrival visit the School of the Air and take in the panoramic views of Alice Springs from Anzac Hill. Later, you'll join the Heaslip family for a Be My Guest afternoon tea at Bond Springs Station, nestled in the MacDonnell Ranges west of Alice Springs. Hear about their life working on their 1,000 square mile cattle grazing property. (BB BG) Hotel: Chifley Alice Springs
Resort (F)
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5: ALICE SPRINGS - AYERS ROCK (2)
Before departing Alice Springs you'll visit the Royal Flying Doctor Service. Learn how this marvelous facility operates to provide a mantle of safety to the people of the Outback. En route to Ayers Rock Resort call in at an Indigenous owned center to view the art of the Impanpa Aboriginal Community and later pause to view majestic Atila (Mt. Conner). This afternoon is at leisure to enjoy the facilities at Ayers Rock Resort. This evening savor a complimentary glass of wine while watching the sunset at Uluṟu (Ayers Rock) from the viewing area known as the 'sunset strip'. The subtle colour changes are quite amazing! (BB) Hotel: Desert Gardens Hotel (MD)
(2 nights)
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6: KATA TJUTA (THE OLGAS)
Rise early to view Uluṟu (Ayers Rock) at sunrise. Watch the first rays of sunlight creep across the desert plains. Tour the caves at the base of Uluṟu and hear stories of the Aboriginal Dreamtime. Later, visit the Uluṟu - Kata Tjuṯa Cultural Centre, where you can learn about Tjukurpa (Aboriginal law). This afternoon, you will travel through the desert plains to Kata Tjuṯa (the Olgas). The size and grandeur of these 36 massive domes of conglomerate rock will amaze you. Walk through Walpa Gorge and gaze down the central valley of Kata Tjuṯa (the Olgas). Marvel at a spectacular sunset with complimentary sparkling wine at Kata Tjuṯa (the Olgas). (BB)
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7: AYERS ROCK - CAIRNS (3)
This morning enjoy some free time at Ayers Rock Resort. Then you will be transferred to Ayers Rock Airport for your flight to Cairns. On arrival you will be transferred to your hotel. This afternoon spend time at the Cairns Wildlife Dome where you’ll encounter unique Australian animals. (BB) Hotel: Hilton Hotel (D) (3 nights)
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8: GREAT BARRIER REEF
Board a high speed catamaran and cruise out to the Great Barrier Reef. Enjoy an informative reef education presentation by a marine naturalist. See a myriad of coral and tropical fish from the underwater observatory and the semi-submersible craft. There is the opportunity to go snorkeling to view this natural living wonder up close (equipment provided). Enjoy a tropical buffet Highlight Lunch, before you return to Cairns in the late afternoon. (BB HL)
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9: CAIRNS AT LEISURE
Enjoy a full day at leisure. You could take an optional excursion to Kuranda on the Kuranda Railway, with time to explore the markets and ride on the Skyrail Cableway above the canopy of the rainforest. Or visit the award-winning Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park to experience the History, Creation and Dance Theatres where the legends of the Dreamtime are brought to life.(BB)
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10: CAIRNS - SYDNEY (3)
You will be transferred to Cairns Airport for your flight to Sydney. On arrival at Sydney Airport you will be transferred to your hotel in the historic Rocks district where you will spend the next three nights. The rest of the day is at leisure to perhaps explore this beautiful harbor city. (BB) Hotel: Four Points by Sheraton (SF) (3 nights)
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11: SYDNEY SIGHTSEEING - HARBOR CRUISE
This morning enjoy a guided tour of the Sydney Opera House and later see the Royal Botanic Gardens, Mrs. Macquarie's Chair and Kings Cross. Afterwards, you are off to Watson's Bay and the Gap, before stopping for a walk along famous Bondi Beach to feel the golden sand between your toes. Return to the city for a cruise on Sydney Harbour with includes a Highlight Lunch on board. Later, perhaps take a stroll along the Opera House concourse and watch the world go by from one of the cafés. (BB HL)
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12: SYDNEY AT LEISURE
Enjoy a full day at leisure in this great city. Maybe shop for some last-minute souvenirs or take an excursion to the Blue Mountains and see some of Australia's native wildlife at Featherdale Wildlife Park. Or join a tour to the Hunter Valley, New South Wales’ premier wine growing region or Canberra, the nation's capital. This evening join your Tour Director and new-found friends for a Farewell Dinner at a local restaurant by the water. (BB FD)
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13: DEPART SYDNEY
This morning bid farewell to Australia as you are transferred to Sydney Airport for your flight home. (BB)
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