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Downtown AUSTRALIA Providing Fascinating Travel Experiences
Taste of Australia
13 days
Sydney, Ayers Rock, Cairns, Melbourne
light of the day is a stop at Scenic World where you can enjoy a ride on the Scenic Railway, Cableway and Skyway, a great way to see the steep valleys, canyons and get another perspective of the Three Sisters. Take a walk along the Rainforest boardwalk and immerse yourself in nature from the valley floor. Enjoy a delicious lunch in a charming café in the heart of the Blue Mountains surrounded by locals then enjoy some f ree time discovering the unique mountain town of Leura with its quaint shops. Relax as you return to Sydney on board a river cruise and take in the surrounding harbor side suburbs before arriving at Darling Harbor or Circular Quay. [B/L]
Day 4: Sydney
Day at leisure to enjoy individual activities or our suggested optional touring. Tonight, included in your
program is a 3 Course dinner at the 360 Bar & Dining Restaurant located in the Sydney Tower. 360 Bar and Dining is the glamorous incarnation of Sydney Tower's Level 1 restaurant, lavishly refitted by acclaimed designer Michael McCann of Dreamtime Design. (transfers not included). [B/D]
Day 5: Sydney, Ayers Rock
Private departure transfer from hotel to Sydney airport. (Flight not included)Arrive Ayers Rock, transfer to the hotel by courtesy shuttle bus of the resort. Accommodation. In the eve- ning, join the optional Sounds of Silence Dinner. [B]
Day 6: Ayers Rock
Enjoy a warming cup of tea or coffee as the first rays of sunlight slowly change the color of Uluru. Then travel to the mystical domes of Kata Tjuta (the Olgas). Walk through Walpa Gorge, where the trail follows the natural creek bed between two of the tallest domes. Spend time exploring the gorge and the unusual conglomerate rock formation. In the afternoon travel in the comfort of your coach around the base of Uluru with your Driver Guide who will provide details on its incredible history. You’ll be fascinated by the Aboriginal stories that go back
many thousands of years. Learn the significance of ancient Aboriginal rock art, about the area’s flora and fauna and culture of its traditional owners, the Anangu. Your day concludes with a spectacular sunset at Uluru enjoying a glass of sparkling wine & nibbles. [B]
Day 7: Ayers Rock, Cairns
Transfer f rom hotel to Ayers Rock airport, using the courtesy shuttle bus of the resort (Flight not included) Arrive Cairns, private transfer f rom the airport to the hotel. Accommodation. [B]
Day 8: Cairns (Great Barrier Reef)
Included today is a Cruise to Michaelmas Cay on the Great Barrier Reef (non-private, with English- speaking crew). A low-lying vegetated sand cay encircle by a spectacular f ringing reef, Michaelmas Cay is a National Park and a protected sanctu- ary for migratory seabirds. Set sail
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