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Explore Australia

Australia is a big country, but you may not know how easy it is to get around. There's so much to experience in Australia's dynamic and diverse cities, which teem with both cultural attractions and natural beauty. Hike around Sydney's stunning harbour or get lost in Melbourne's laneways. Each of Aussie cities is unique, but each offers a relaxed outdoor lifestyle, melting pot of cultures and a whirlwind of theatre, restaurants, nightlife and events. What's more the skyscrapers and shopping strips are just a short drive from mountains, ocean, river and bush. Below given is the sample itinerary which we recommend to all our valued clients as it covers maximum sightseeing for which Australia is famous for. We will be pleased to make a tailor made itinerary which suits your taste of travel and budget. Bon Voyage…!!!

Day 1:    Arrive Brisbane – Gold Coast

Arrive Brisbane International Airport. Meet & Greet your driver in arrival lounge and then proceed towards Gold Coast in Southern direction. After 1 or 1 ½ hour drive on Pacific Highway, you will reach Gold Coast, well known as Surf City. On arrival check in your hotel (Normal check in at 1400 Hrs), located at Surfers Paradise.

Rest of the day is free for relaxation or you can simple stroll around the Surfers Paradise are or its beautiful beach set right in the heart of the city's tourist hub. Surfers Paradise beach has always attracted sizeable cosmopolitan crowd. While proximity to highrises, nightclubs, restaurants and shops is possibly the main reason for which Surfers beach has always attracted tourist.

Day 2:    Gold Coast

Enjoy the sumptuous breakfast at Hotel. Meet your coach captain in hotel's lobby and proceed towards Sea World. Enjoy viewing some Marine attractions commonly found in Southwest Pacific region i.e. Penguins at Penguin Bay, Sharks, Sting Rays and range of exotic tropical fish at Shark Bay, glimpses of Polar Bear at Polar Bear Shore. Enjoy viewing spectacular presentation such as Dolphin Show, Seal Show, Ski Show, Happy Feet 3D Show. You can also enjoy some thrilling rides like Jet Rescue, Sea Viper, Viking Revenge Flume Ride etc. Return back to hotel in evening and relax for the day. Overnight at Gold Coast.

Day 3:    Gold Coast

After breakfast at hotel, meet your coach captain in hotel's lobby and proceed towards Dream World, regarded as Australia's favorite family theme park, so many worlds in one, Dream World is home to The Big 6 Thrill Rides including the Tower of Terror 2 - one of the world's tallest and fastest thrill ride, the Giant Drop with a freefall from 38 storeys or 'The Claw' where you'll be propelled 9 storey high, swinging up to 64kmh while spinning 360 degrees for a 90 second adrenalin rush! You can also enjoy some family rides - for the younger thrill seekers, slightly less adventurous and tiny tots but still definitely enjoyable. Thrill does not end here. After getting thrilled with all rides, now its time to get soaked in Water slides. Enjoy the adventure of Water Slides like The Wedgie, The Bro, The Green Room, Temple of Huey etc. at White Water World located adjacent to Dream World, and internally connected. Evening return back to hotel and relax for the day. Overnight at Gold Coast.

Day 4:    Gold Coast

Enjoy Breakfast at Hotel. Today visit one of the leading Gold Coast Theme Park & Attractions at Warner Bros. Movie World, it's Hollywood on the Gold Coast. Enjoy viewing some attractive shows like The Hollywood Stunt Driver, 4D Show – Journey to the Centre of the Earth, and some fun filled thrilling rides like Superman Escape, Lethal Weapon – The Ride, Batman Adventure Ride 2, Batwing Space Shot etc.

Return back to hotel in evening after a fun filled day at Movie World. Overnight at Gold Coast.

Day 5:    Gold Coast – Brisbane – Cairns

After early morning breakfast, check out hotel and meet your coach captain at Hotel's lobby who will take you to Brisbane Airport, where on arrival check in your flight for Cairns. Cairns – located on Northern tip of Queensland is a popular Tourist Destination because of its tropical climate and proximity to The Great Barrier Reef and the wide spread Rainforest. On arrival at Cairns transfer to hotel and relax for the day. Rest of the day is free to explore the small and calm city on your own. You can enjoy the walk on Esplanade or enjoy some shopping at Night Market, or try your luck at Pullman Reef Casino. Overnight in Cairns.

Day 6:    Cairns

After having breakfast, get transferred to the pier and check in Sunlovers Reef Cruise to enjoy full day excursion to Outer Barrier Reef. Embark on high speed Catamaran which takes you closer to the Reef area, where on arrival you can enjoy complimentary rides like Glass Bottam Boat, Semi Submersible Boat, or enjoy Snorkelling at your leisure. There are some activities at optional cost i.e. Scuba Diving, Under Sea Water Walk, Guided Snorkelling, Helicopter ride.

Evening return back to Cairns, and get transferred to hotel. Overnight at Cairns.

Day 7:    Cairns

After breakfast, proceed for some local sightseeing. Visit Hartley's Crocodile Farm where you can see various species of Crocodile and other reptiles. Hartley's Crocodile Adventures is simply the best place to see crocodiles and local wildlife in Tropical North Queensland. With over 2100 metres of timber boardwalks and pathways leading you on a journey of discovery through woodlands & rainforest where you can see an array of wildlife, including beautiful tropical birds, reptiles, insects & other native fauna.

Afternoon proceed towards Caravonica Terminal near Smithfield where on arrival embark on Scenic Sky Rail towards Kuranda village, which covers the distance of 7.5 Kms over the dense Rainforest, it allows you to explore the wonders of an ancient tropical rainforest and learn about one of the most botanically fascinating and diverse areas on earth. Enroute there are two stoppage where in you can take small bush walk on the pathways and enjoy some scenic view of Baron falls. On reach at upper station Kuranda, your coach captain will meet you there and take you back to Cairns city. Evening is free for relaxation and leisure activities. Overnight at Cairns

Day 8:    Cairns – Ayers Rock

After early morning breakfast, check out hotel and proceed towards Cairns Airport where on arrival check in your flight for Ayers Rock. Ayers Rock – in native language termed as Uluru is listed as World Heritage Site, it is Australia's one of the most recognizable natural landmark, and sacred place for local aborigines. On arrival, get transferred to the hotel and relax for the day. In the evening you can take an optional – Sounds of the Silence Dinner Tour. At the Sounds of Silence experience you can dine under the canopy of the desert night, while your storyteller shares tales as told in the stars. Your journey begins on a lone sand dune. A path takes you to an uninterrupted, three hundred and sixty degree view of this vast landscape. In front of you is the fabled Uluru; behind you are the domes of Kata Tjuta and, possibly the most spectacular sunset you have ever seen. Here you enjoy sparkling wine and a selection of delectable canapés. Attention then turns to some of the world's best stargazing, as our startalker takes you on a tour of the spectacular southern night sky. As you wind down after dinner, you are offered a choice of tea or coffee.

Day 9:    Ayers Rock – Sydney

Wake up early morning, travel to the sunrise viewing area, Talinguru nyakunytjaku, near Uluru and watch the first sunlight of the day creep across the desert plains. Enjoy a cup of tea or coffee and biscuits as the morning sun slowly changes the colour of Uluru. Later return back to hotel, pick up your luggage and proceed towards Ayers Rock Airport. On arrival check in your flight for Sydney. Sydney – the most popular city in the World, well known as commercial Gateway to Australia. Surrounded by iconic beaches, World Heritage areas, lush hinterland and wine regions of New South Wales. On arrival at Sydney, transfer to Hotel & relax for the day. In evening you can opt for an optional Sydney Show boat Cruise ride with dinner. Overnight in Sydney.

Day 10:    Sydney

Enjoy Breakfast at Hotel. Later embark on coach and begin Sydney City Tour. High light includes visit to The Rocks – the Birth place of Sydney, followed by Mrs. Macquaries Chair for the memorable view of Opera House with Harbour Bridge, drive past Rose bay and take a stop at The Gap, for the stunning view of Pacific Ocean, followed by Bondi Beach – most famous beach for surfing. In afternoon you can explore city centre area by own or you can opt for an optional visit to the Observation deck of Sydney Tower with Oz Trek & one loop of Mono Rail which takes you around Sydney CBD area & Darling Harbour. Overnight at Sydney.

Day 11:    Sydney

After Breakfast at Hotel, proceed for a long drive towards Blue Mountains, enroute take a stop at Featherdale Wild life Park. Here you will get to see the native wildlife of Australian Continent, chance to feed Kangaroo, Wallaby and an opportunity to take picture with Koalas. Here you will also see various species of Birds & reptiles.

Later continue your journey towards Katoomba Village located on Blue Mountains. On arrival, your first stop will be at echo point, followed by Katoomba Scenic station wherein you can go for an optional Scenic rail ride with Scenic Cable Car ride. After having memorable scenic experience of Blue Mountains, board the coach and return back to Sydney. Your day ends on arrival at hotel. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 12:    Sydney – Adelaide

After breakfast check out hotel, and proceed towards Sydney Domestic Airport, where on arrival check in your flight for Adelaide. Adelaide is a capital city full of contrasts and surprise. It offers a cosmopolitan style in a picturesque setting. When you visit Adelaide make sure you stop to admire the heritage streetscapes, charming buildings and public art. On arrival enjoy Adelaide City tour, drive pass some remarkable places like University of Adelaide, State Library, Art Gallery, Adelaide Oval and most popular place – Haigh's Chocolate factory. Later check in hotel and relax for the day.

Day 13:    Adelaide – Kangaroo Island

Early morning get transferred to Cape Jervis, where on arrival embark on ferry which takes you to Kangaroo Island located 16 kilometers off the main land below South Australia. Incredible scenery, adventure and abundance of wildlife have attracted many tourist. On arrival check in hotel and relax for some time. Later hope on the coach and visit attractions such as Rob's Sheep Shearing, Emu Ridge Eucalyptus Distillery & Seal Bay. In afternoon you can enjoy some optional activities like Kayaking, Snorkelling, Mountain Biking etc. Overnight in Kangaroo Island

Day 14:    Kangaroo Island – Adelaide

Enjoy breakfast in hotel, later visit Hanson Bay Koala Sanctuary, Remarkable Rocks, Admiral's Arch and Little Sahara. Later in afternoon proceed towards ferry terminal and get transferred to Cape Jervis, where on arrival meet your coach captain who will take you back to hotel and relax for the day.

Day 15:    Adelaide – Melbourne

After breakfast check out hotel and proceed towards Adelaide Airport where on arrival check in your flight for Melbourne. Melbourne – lively and cosmopolitan city combines a fanatical love for the creative arts and good living with a state-wide sports addiction to make a city like no other. It is a planned city: a tidy, balanced grid of neatly angled streets, from Southbank and the Yarra to the Flinders and Greek Quarters. On arrival at Melbourne, meet your coach captain in arrival lobby and begin with Melbourne city tour. Enjoy the drive past through CBD Area, Bourke Street, Flinders Street, Botanical Gardens, Melbourne Town Hall, St Patrick's Cathedral, time permitting take a stop at Fitzroy Garden and see Captain Cook's Cottage. Later in evening check in hotel and relax for the day. Later in night you can make your own way at Hotel Crown Casino, try your luck at the most famous Casino of Victoria, or simply enjoy viewing lightings, fountain and fireworks.

Day 16:    Melbourne

Enjoy breakfast in hotel. Later board the coach and proceed to enjoy a long drive on The Great Ocean Road. Drive past the Geelong city and begin the scenic drive, enjoy the breathtaking view of Turquoise water meeting the bushland, take photo stops and drive past the scenic coastal town Lorne, Apollo Bay & Port Campbell. The main highlight of today's tour is natural Rock formation and the Twelve Apostles, created by constant erosion of the limestone cliffs of the mainland beginning 10-20 million years ago, the stormy Southern Ocean and blasting winds gradually eroded the softer limestone, forming caves in the cliffs. Also enjoy the breathtaking view of London Bridge and Loch Ard Gorge. Late evening return back to Melbourne city and relax for the day.

Day 17:    Melbourne – Yarra Valley – Melbourne

Early morning embark on coach and proceed towards Yarra Valley. Your drive takes you into the beautiful and picturesque Upper Yarra Valley. You will visit some of over a dozen Boutique Wineries which are unique to this part of the Yarra Valley, with panoramic views of the Valley floor to the surrounding Mountain Ranges. Your tour includes Winery Tour with experienced Tour Guide, Wine Tasting, Gourmet Lunch & a glass of Wine. Later in evening return back to hotel in Melbourne.

Day 18:    Melbourne – Departure

Enjoy Breakfast at Hotel. Later meet your coach captain at Hotel's lobby, check out hotel room and proceed towards Melbourne Tullamarine International Airport to board your flight to return back home.

Tour Ends with Happy Memories of Amazing Australia…!!!