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“we are back and actually feeling very good. The tours you arranged were wonderful. The guides met us at the airport and were great. They were all very professional, but also very friendly. Thanks for a fabulous trip. We loved every minute of it.
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Downunder Discovery |
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2009 Departure Dates |
Land & Air |
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Single Supplement |
| Mar 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 |
$4660 FC
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Apr 7, 14, 21, 28
May 5, 12, 19, 26
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$3750 D
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Jun 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 |
$4790 FC
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Jul 7, 14, 21, 28 |
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Aug 4, 11, 18, 25
Sep 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
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$3815 D
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$1250 FC
$1535 D |
Oct 6, 13, 20, 27 |
$4935 FC
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$1570 D |
Nov 3, 10, 17, 24 |
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$1245 FC
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Dec 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 |
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$3415 FC
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$1205 FC
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2010 Departure Dates |
Land & Air |
Land Only |
Single Supplement |
Jan 5, 12, 19, 26 |
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Feb 2, 9, 16, 23
Mar 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 |
$4660 FC
$5010 D |
$3415 FC
$3765 D |
$1205 FC
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Downunder Discovery Vacation
Sydney, Ayers Rock and Alice Springs, Australia and Great Barrier Reef Tour
Visit "the land down under" that was settled by aborigines from Southeast Asia 40,000 years ago. Discover this economically competitive country that contains geographic wonders and areas of cultural interest.
These are the tour highlights:
- Sydney, Australia: See the most popular sites of this tourist destination, including the Harbour Bridge. the Sydney Opera House and Bondi Beach.
- Alice Springs, Australia: The home of the Arrente Aboriginal tribe group contains spectacular scenery, including waterholes, wild life, palm trees, mountain ranges and gum trees.
- Ayers Rock, Australia: View Australia's most famous natural landmark. Also in this enormous park are many Aboriginal sacred sites, spectacular scenery and other famous rock formations.
- The Great Barrier Reef Tour: Observe the coral reefs and sea and plant life that make up one of the wonders of the world.
- Melbourne: Visit the Melbourne Cricket Ground, the botanic gardens, the famous Queen Victoria Market and more. This city is often considered the cultural and sporting capital of Australia
Enjoy your Australia tour to Sydney, Alice Springs Ayers Rock and the Great Barrier Reef with Pacific Holidays, an industry leader with over 15 years of experience. For details on this Downunder Discovery Tour or any of our South Pacific travel packages, please click on the selections below or contact 800-355-8025 for more information
Sample Itinerary: Day 1, Tuesday - USA/Sydney
Depart on Air Pacific trans-Pacific flight for Sydney, Australia.
Day 2, Wednesday - En Route
Cross the International Date Line.
Day 3, Thursday - Sydney
Arrive in Sydney, and transfer to your hotel. (Four Points By Sheraton Hotel/Radisson Plaza Hotel)
Day 4, Friday - Sydney
After breakfast at the hotel, join a morning tour to a wildlife park to see Australia's unique native fauna up close. Then board Captain Cook's lunch cruise in the spectacular Sydney Harbor. After lunch, continue on the city tour that includes Sydney's birthplace (The Rocks), the Sydney Opera House, and Mrs Macquaries Chair. Travel through trendy Paddington and Double Bay to famous Bondi Beach. (B/L)
Day 5, Saturday - Sydney
A full day of leisure to explore Australia's Olympic city. (B)
Day 6, Sunday - Sydney/Cairns
Fly to Cairns and transfer to your hotel. (Rydges Tradewinds Hotel/Sebel Cairns Hotel) (B)
Day 7, Monday - Great Barrier Reef
Enjoy an exciting day on the Great Barrier Reef, including morning tea as you cruise
to Agincourt Reef, where you are treated to an informative presentation by a marine biologist and a lavish tropical smorgasbord lunch. All snorkeling equipment with a qualified snorkeling advisor on hand and underwater observatory coral viewing are included. (B/L)
Day 8, Tuesday - Cairns
Board the Kuranda Scenic Train to enjoy breathtaking views over the rainforest canopy. Visit Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park, where you can enjoy dance performances, a museum and lunch. (B/L)
Day 9, Wednesday - Cairns/Alice Springs
Take a morning flight to Alice Springs. As time permits, city tour highlights include the Old Telegraph Station, the Royal Flying Doctor Service, Strehlow Centre and Anzac Hill Lookout. (Crowne Plaza Hotel, garden view/mountain view) (B)
Day 10, Thursday - Alice Springs/Ayers Rock
Travel past vast Outback cattle stations on your way to Ayers Rock, sacred to the Aboriginal people of Australia. Upon arrival, visit the Olgas and explore the massive rock dome. As the sun sets over Ayers Rock, witness (and photograph) the striking color changes that take place in this majestic natural park of Australia. (Desert Gardens Hotel/Sails in the Desert Hotel) (B)
Day 11, Friday - Ayers Rock/Melbourne
After sunrise, you have an opportunity to climb Ayers Rock and later see some of the many caves that surround the base. In the afternoon, fly to Melbourne and transfer to your hotel. (Grand Mercure Swanston Hotel/Sofitel) (B)
Day 12, Saturday - Melbourne
A half-day city tour includes the famous Queen Victoria market, the Shrine of Remembrance, the peaceful King's Domain Gardens and Royal Botanic Gardens, St. Paul's Cathedral, and the Royal Exhibition Buildings. Drive down Collins Street, the ultimate shopping strip and business center, and see the world-renowned Melbourne Cricket Ground. (B)
Day 13, Sunday - Melbourne/USA
Depart via Air Pacific flight to the US and arrive home the same day. Or, take New Zealand Extension or Fiji Extension. (B) |
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New Zealand Extension |
5 DAYS/4 NIGHTS |
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Departures |
Land & Air |
Land Only |
Single Supplement |
Apr - Sep
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$1310 FC
$1365 D
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$1425 FC
$1480 D
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$305 FC
$365 D |
| Oct - Mar |
$1390 FC
$1480 D |
$1500 FC
$1595 D |
$365 FC
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Day 13, Sunday - Melbourne/Queenstown
Fly to Queenstown on the South Island of New Zealand. Transfer to your hotel. (Copthorne Lakefront Hotel/Millennium Hotel) (B)
Day 14, Monday - Milford Sound
Drive through the Fiordland National Park where lush rainforests meet snow-capped mountains. On arrival at Milford, enjoy a cruise on the tranquil waters of the Fiord while viewing the famous Mitre Peak, the waterfalls and perhaps some marine life. Return to Queenstown in the evening. (B/L)
Day 15, Tuesday - Queenstown/Mt. Cook/Christchurch
Depart this morning for a scenic overland tour to Christchurch. Drive through the Kawarau Gorge and Lindis Peak, and enjoy a panoramic view of Mt. Cook, the country's highest peak.(Holiday Inn City Center/Crowne Plaza Hotel) (B)
Day 16, Wednesday - Christchurch
On morning city tour, visit the Arts & Crafts Center, Cathedral Square, and Canterbury Museum, with a tea stop at Sign of the Takahe. (B)
Day 17, Thursday - Christchurch/USA
Depart via Air Pacific for the USA and arrive home the same day. (B)
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Fiji Extension |
4 DAYS/3 NIGHTS |
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$515 FC
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Day 17, Thursday - Christchurch/Nadi
Board your Air Pacific flight to idyllic island of Fiji. Arrive at Nadi International Airport, and transfer to your beach resort. (Sonaisali Island Resort, beachfront room/ Westin Denarau Island Resort & Spa, garden-view room)
Day 18, Friday - Nadi
Half-day tour through beautiful Sabeto Valley to Garden of Sleeping Giants, with Fiji`s largest orchid collection. Travel to Viseisi Village and to Vuda Lookout. For the rest of the day, relax on the beaches or take a cruise to neighboring islands. (B)
Day 19, Saturday - Nadi
Full day free to relax on the beach or explore the island on your own. (B)
Day 20, Sunday - Nadi/USA
Board your Air Pacific flight and arrive home in the US. (B)
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