Embark on a 10-night trip to the land down under. Start in Sydney, where you see the Sydney Opera House and the famous Bondi Beach. From there, travel to Cairns and take a full-day tour of the Great Barrier Reef. The next day, visit Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park. Fly to Ayers Rock, visiting the Olgas and taking in the beautiful scenery. Finally, travel to Melbourne and visit the Shrine of Remembrance and Queen Victoria Market before returning to the US. Starting from $6,350 including air, with weekly guaranteed departures.
Day 1 - USA/Sydney
Depart on Fiji Airways trans-Pacific flight for Sydney, Australia.
Day 2 - En Route
Cross the International Date Line.
Day 3 - Sydney
Arrive in Sydney, and transfer to your hotel. (Crowne Plaza Darling Harbour/Paradox Sydney)
Day 4 - Sydney
After breakfast, begin a day of touring the city's must-see sights, iincluding Sydney's birthplace (The Rocks), Sydney Opera House, and Mrs Macquaries Chair. Wander Manley and Bondi beaches, stop at Arabanoo Lookout and pass through picturesque Milsons Point. Take in stunning views aboard Captain Cook's lunch cruise in spectacular Sydney Harbor. (B/L)
Day 5 - Sydney
Full day of leisure. (B)
Day 6 - Sydney/Cairns
Fly to Cairns and transfer to your hotel. (Pacific/Crystalbrook Riley) (B)
Day 7 - Great Barrier Reef
Experience an exciting full day on the Great Barrier Reef. Cruise by catamaran to the stunning Marine World coral reef location. Enjoy morning tea, an informative presentation by a marine biologist, a buffet lunch, semi-submersible tours, glass-bottom boat tours, and underwater observatory coral viewing. All snorkeling equipment, wet suit and Lycra suit are included, and a qualified snorkeling advisor is on hand. Scuba diving available at additional cost. (B/L)
Day 8 - 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 - Cairns/Ayers Rock
Take a morning flight to Ayers Rock. Afternoon tour begins with a drive around the base of Uluru (Ayers Rock). Continue to the Kuniya Walk and Mutitjulu Waterhole, and see Aboriginal rock paintings. Visit the cultural center, where the collections provide insight into the culture of the Uluru's traditional custodians. As the sun sets over Ayers Rock, witness (and photograph) the striking color changes that take place in this majestic natural park. (Desert Gardens/Sails in the Desert) (B)
Day 10 - Ayers Rock
Enjoy a morning cup of tea or coffee as the first rays of sunlight slowly change the color of Ayers Rock. Then travel to the mystical domes of Kata Tjua (the Olgas). View the sunrise over Ayers Rock and the Olgas. Continue on a walk through the Walpa Gorge, a lush desert haven for plants and animals. Balance of the day at leisure. (B)
Day 11 - Ayers Rock/Melbourne
Fly to Melbourne and transfer to your hotel. (Quincy Melbourne/Park Hyatt) (B)
Day 12 - Melbourne
A half-day city tour includes the bustling 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 - Melbourne/USA
Depart via Fiji Airways flight to the US. (B)
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| Departure Dates | Land & Air *
Los Angeles | Land Only * | Single Supplement |
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January 16 - June 10
01/16 - 06/10
| | | | $2625 FC$2,625 FC | | $3125 D$3,125 D |
| June 11 - July 24
06/11 - 07/24
| | | | $2625 FC$2,625 FC | | $3125 D$3,125 D |
| July 25 - December 10
07/25 - 12/10
| | | | $2625 FC$2,625 FC | | $3125 D$3,125 D |
| December 11-3112/11 - 12/31
| | | | $2625 FC$2,625 FC | | $3125 D$3,125 D |
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- Hotels are FC (first-class) and D (deluxe), as indicated.
- Land & Air prices are per person based on double occupancy and include government taxes and fees.
- Prices quoted here are based on prices provided by airlines, hotels and suppliers at the time of pricing this program. Airlines, hotels and suppliers have adopted dynamic pricing based on market demands, which often results in fluctuating prices. The quoted prices are for reference and for trip budgeting and may change at the time of booking.
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Tour Features
- Round trip trans-Pacific airfare via Fiji Airways coach class
- Local airfare, coach class, as per itinerary
- Round trip airport transfers
- Overland transfers with sightseeing stops as per itinerary
- 3 nights stay in a double occupancy room in Sydney and Cairns
- 2 nights stay in a double occupancy room in Ayers Rock and Melbourne
- Hotel taxes and service charges
- Extensive sightseeing tours by coach/car with English-speaking guide and admission fees in each location as per itinerary
- Breakfast daily, 3 lunches
- Airline fuel surcharge (subject to change) and government taxes and fees
Rates do not include
- Any expenses of personal nature such as tips, laundry, table drinks, telephone calls, etc.
- Optional Travel Insurance
- Any item not mentioned above
Remarks
- First Class (FC): Crowne Plaza Darling Harbour (Sydney), Pacific (Cairns), Desert Gardens (Ayers Rock), Quincy Melboune (Melbourne)
- Deluxe (D): Paradox Sydney (Sydney), Crystalbrook Riley (Cairns), Sails in the Desert (Ayers Rock), Park Hyatt Melbourne (Melbourne)
- If above hotels or Fiji Airways are not available at the time of reservation, alternative hotels at the same category or airlines could be used. Prices may differ.
- Land & Air prices are per person based on double occupancy and include government taxes and fees.
- Prices quoted here are based on prices provided by airlines, hotels and suppliers at the time of pricing this program. Airlines, hotels and suppliers have adopted dynamic pricing based on market demands, which often results in fluctuating prices. The quoted prices are for reference and for trip budgeting and may change at the time of booking
- During trade fairs season and during Christmas and New Year’s Days, some hotels may require surcharges. The prices may increase.
- Ticket(s) must be issued within 30 days of reservation; full payment must be received 90 days prior to departure
- Major credit card accepted; credit card authorization required
- Change and cancellation penalties ($250-$600 per person) apply once ticketed; Pacific Holidays’ general cancellation policy applies
- Hotel upgrades, air upgrades, additional hotel nights, extensions, and add-on air fares from various US cities are available
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