The Australian Discovery Tour
- Sydney - Ayers Rock - Alice Springs - Cairns
- Great Barrier Reef
About the Program:
Length: 12 days
Tour type: scenic, discovery
This tour showcases the many highlights and colours of Australia - from the rich reds of the outback to the lush greens of the tropics. Explore this vast country and visit Australia's most spectacular landmarks - Ayers Rock and the Great Barrier Reef. Be amazed by the vast expanse of the outback and the changing colours of the landscape, especially at sunrise and sunset.
DAILY ITINERARY
Day 1, Arrive Sydney
Note: this tour is escorted Days 4-8. Sydney and Cairns are independent.
Welcome Downunder. You will be met and transferred to your hotel.
Three night stay in Sydney.
Day 2, Sydney Harbour Cruise - City tour - Bondi Beach
Get to know Australia's oldest and largest city this morning. This is where the first ships loaded with "transported" convicts arrived from England. Your tour showcases the delights, style and history of Sydney from Hyde Park, Royal Botanic Gardens, Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge and the famous sands of Bondi Beach. Followed by a spectacular luncheon cruise on the beautiful Sydney Harbour. The remainder of the day is at leisure for you to explore this cosmopolitan city and take advantage of Sydney's superb dining and shopping. (L)
Day 3, Sydney Blue Mountains
This morning tour the spectacular Blue Mountains, rising from the coastal plains west of Sydney. Visit the Wildlife Park and have your photo taken with a cuddly Koala. View sandstone pillars of the Three Sisters, giant rock formation.
Day 4, Sydney - Ayers Rock
Morning flight (approx 10.30hrs) Ayers Rock, (flight at own expense, please pre-book).
Two night stay in Ayers Rock.
Opportunity to upgrade to the luxurious Longitude 131 wilderness camp for the next 2 nights with all meals, drinks and touring included. Must be booked before departure. Limited numbers apply (surcharge applies, twin share). (B)
Day 5, The Olgas - Sounds of Silence Dinner
Scenic FreeChoice Inclusions All Inclusive: this morning choose from: (1) an Aboriginal tour - watch the spectacular sunrise over Ayers Rock before breakfast at the Uluru-Kata Tjuta Visitors' Centre followed by a walk with an Aboriginal custodian learning bush skills and traditions; or (2) enjoy a Harley Davidson motorcycle tour with spectacular views of Ayers Rock; or (3) tour around Uluru then experience a camel ride through the desert; or (4) a 9km walk around the base of Uluru with a naturalist.
Please note that Ayers Rock may be closed for climbing due to bad weather or high winds.
This afternoon travel to the 36 rounded domes of the Olgas (Kata Tjuta). Tonight, experience unique dining at the award-winning Sounds of Silence dinner. From a desert location, watch the sun set over Uluru before feasting on local gourmet produce. (BD)
Day 6, Kings Creek Station - Watarrka National Park - Kings Canyon
Travel to Kings Creek Station before continuing on to Watarrka National Park. Soak up the atmosphere of Kings Canyon and walk to the rim of the canyon or stroll along the canyon floor.
Overnight in Kings Canyon. (BD)
Day 7, Telegraph Station - Royal Flying Doctor Service - Alice Springs
On arrival at Alice Springs visit the Telegraph Station and the Royal Flying Doctor Service.
Scenic FreeChoice Inclusions All Inclusive: This evening choose from: (1) Red Centre Dreaming dinner show to immerse yourself in Aboriginal culture; or (2) enjoy contemporary Territory cuisine at the Red Ochre Grill and afterwards experience the didgeridoo at the Sounds of Starlight Theatre; or (3) Camel to Dinner ride along Todd River; or (4) enjoy a Carvery and Dessert buffet dinner with AUD$20 worth of Match and Play gaming vouchers at your hotel. Two night stay in Alice Springs.(BD)
Day 8, Alice Springs
Scenic FreeChoice Inclusions All Inclusive: today choose from: (1) Alice Springs hop on - hop off sightseeing tour including the Alice Springs Desert Park; or (2) an Aboriginal Desert Discovery Tour; or (3) travel to Palm Valley - the oasis in the desert; or (4) an afternoon tour to the Western MacDonnell Ranges including Standley Chasm and Simpsons Gap, or (5) explore Bond Springs Cattle Station by 4WD, includes morning tea.(B)
Day 9, Alice Springs - Cairns
Opportunity to take an early morning desert balloon flight (own expense). Transfer to the airport for your afternoon flight (approx 14.00hrs) to Cairns (own expense - please book before departure). Arrive in Cairns and transfer to your hotel.
Three night stay in Cairns. (B)
Day 10, Great Barrier Reef Cruise
For your experience of a lifetime, today enjoy a full day aboard Quicksilver as you take a trip out to a reef at the very edge of Australia's Continental Shelf, to an underwater world that is a dazzling kaleidoscope of color and brilliance. With the assistance of your friendly and knowledgeable crew choose to snorkel, swim with the colorful coral and spectacular fish or you may wish to view the stunning underwater world from aboard the semi-submersible boat or from the underwater viewing platform. (L)
Day 11, Kuranda Railway - Skyrail & Aboriginal experience
Rail journey to Kuranda. Rainforest tour and Aboriginal experience returning via Skyrail Gondola over the rainforest canopy.
Day 12, Cairns
You will be transferred to Cairns to connect with you onward flight.
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