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Family 20 Day Aussie Adventure
Melbourne, Adelaide, Kangaroo Island,
Ayers Rock, Cairns and Sydney
* Round-trip airport transfers
* 17 nights Hotel Accommodation
* Sightseeing and tours as listed
* Meals as listed
Itinerary may be customized to
suit your requirements. People from countries other than U.S.
can buy land only package
Day 1 Leave Los Angeles late evening
Day 2 Cross the International
Dateline
Day 3 Melbourne
On arrival in Melbourne, you are met and transferred to your accommodation.
The afternoon is at leisure to explore Melbourne.
Day 4 Melbourne
This morning is at leisure before an early afternoon tour. We
travel along picturesque St. Kilda Road to Melbourne’s closest
beach. Follow the Beach Road with it’s varied architectural
styles around Port Philip Bay until we turn off and head to Western
Port Bay. At Philip Island Wildlife Park we see koalas and kangaroos
before a three-course dinner. The penguins come ashore at sunset
and we are there to witness them make their way through the sand
dunes to their burrows. We then head back to Melbourne. (D)
Day 5 Melbourne
At leisure.
Day 6 Melbourne – Adelaide
Transfer to the airport for the flight to Adelaide. The capital
of South Australia is gracious, spacious and green – its
central square mile ringed by parklands. Transfer to your accommodation.
Afternoon at leisure.
Day 7 Adelaide – Kangaroo
Island
This morning you fly to Kangaroo Island. The tour starts with
Cygnet River Valley and Lathami Conservation Park. Lunch is a
delicious barbecue with local wine. Walk with your guide amongst
Australian sea lions at Seal Bay Conservation Park and visit Cape
Gantheaume Conservation Park. This afternoon you are taken to
your accommodation. (L)
Day 8 Kangaroo Island – Adelaide
The second day you head out to Flinders Chase National Park, home
to kangaroos, wallabies, possums, goannas, echidnas and many birds.
At Cape du Couedic, visit a New Zealand fur seal colony. Further
down the coast, explore Remarkable Rocks. Enjoy a picnic lunch
in the bush before exploring more of the island. You will be dropped
off after the tour at Kingscote airport for your flight back to
Adelaide. (L) Accommodation, 2 nights
Day 9 Adelaide
Day at leisure.
Day 10 Adelaide – Ayers Rock
Transfer to the airport for your flight via Alice Springs to Ayers
Rock. On arrival, you will be transferred to your accommodation.
This afternoon’s tour shows you the majestic domes of Kata
Tjuta (The Olgas). Travel through the great dune formations and
discover the secrets of plant and animal survival in the desert.
As the sun begins to dip, stroll into the grand recesses of Olgas
Gorge and enjoy the sunset bathing the Olgas in changing hues
of red!
Standard & Superior Emu Walk Apartments
Deluxe Sails in The Desert
Day 11 Ayers Rock
This morning, enjoy a vehicle-based tour around Ayers Rock, which
begins with the beauty of sunrise on the Rock. Short, guided walks
take you to areas of special interest at the base of Uluru to
view Aboriginal art and the culture and creation time stories
are explained. Visit the Maruka art and crafts center where the
work of Aboriginal artists is displayed. This afternoon and evening
are at leisure to enjoy the resort facilities. (B)
Day 12 Ayers Rock – Cairns
Transfer to the airport for the flight to Cairns. On arrival,
transfer to your accommodation for 3 nights. Afternoon at leisure.
Day 13 Cairns
Transfer to Cairns wharf and board the ‘Ocean Spirit’,
a luxury 105ft sailing vessel. Sail to Michaelmas Cay, known as
the Isle of the Birds, a year round home to thousands of sea birds
of some 14 different species. It is a spectacular coral reef,
which thrives in the ideal conditions of clear, shallow, sunlit
water. Lunch is a buffet of seafood, hot and cold meats, roasted
potatoes, salads and tropical fruit, freshly prepared in the spacious
galley. We spend four hours at the reef with a variety of activities.
(L)
Day 14 Cairns
This morning, you are transferred from your hotel to Freshwater
Railway station. Once aboard the train, sit back to enjoy the
scenic journey through tunnels and past waterfalls to Kuranda.
On arrival, you are taken to the Butterfly Sanctuary (optional
extra cost), followed by some leisure time to explore the village
and markets before meeting your host back at the Skyrail Terminal.
Marvel at the spectacular views as you glide silently above the
rainforest canopy. Skyrail ends at Caravonica Lake where we enjoy
a buffet lunch at the Boomerang Restaurant. Next, enter the Tjapukai
Aboriginal Cultural Centre. (L)
Day 15 Cairns
At leisure.
Day 16 Cairns – Sydney
Transfer to the airport for your flight to Sydney. On arrival
transfer to your accommodation, 4 nights.
Day 17 Sydney
Today you will be collected from your hotel and taken for a 2
course seafood lunch at the world famous "Doyles on the Beach"
restaurant at Watsons Bay. Then after a tour of the highlights
of the city, board a sailing catamaran to enjoy a leisurely cruise
on magnificent Sydney Harbour. (L)
Day 18 Sydney
Just one and a half hours from Sydney you will experience the
magical beauty of ancient landscapes, native fauna and flora.
Stop at a wildlife park for a rewarding experience where you will
come in close contact with koalas, kangaroos, birds and reptiles.
Walk through the cathedral of ferns - a lush prehistoric rainforest.
Dive along narrow country roads with magnificent valley views,
including the famous three sisters - hear of the stories behind
the history of this fascinating rock formation. There is the chance
we may even encounter a mob of wild kangaroos - the region is
known for its wildlife! This is truly a day to remember in the
Aussie bush! (L)
Day 19 Sydney
At leisure. Or enjoy the time exploring Sydney at your own pace.
Day 20 Sydney – Home
Transfer to the airport for your flight to Los Angeles.
Pricing per family:
| Departure Date |
1 adult/
1 child |
1 adult/
2 child |
2 adult/
1 child |
2 adult/
2 child |
2 adult/
3 child |
2 adult/
4 child |
| Standard |
|
| Low |
$4554 |
$5171 |
$5895 |
$7450 |
$8553 |
$9836 |
| Shoulder |
$4554 |
$5171 |
$5895 |
$7450 |
$8553 |
$9836 |
| High |
$4554 |
$5171 |
$5895 |
$7450 |
$8553 |
$9836 |
| Peak |
$4554 |
$5171 |
$5895 |
$7450 |
$8553 |
$9836 |
| Superior |
|
| Low |
$5995 |
$7550 |
$7906 |
$9687 |
$11017 |
$13509 |
| Shoulder |
$5995 |
$7550 |
$7906 |
$9687 |
$11017 |
$13509 |
| High |
$5995 |
$7550 |
$7906 |
$9687 |
$11017 |
$13509 |
| Peak |
$5995 |
$7550 |
$7906 |
$9687 |
$11017 |
$13509 |
| Deluxe |
|
| Low |
$7428 |
$8962 |
$9523 |
$12270 |
$14353 |
$18828 |
| Shoulder |
$7428 |
$8962 |
$9523 |
$12270 |
$14353 |
$18828 |
| High |
$7428 |
$8962 |
$9523 |
$12270 |
$14353 |
$18828 |
| Peak |
$7428 |
$8962 |
$9523 |
$12270 |
$14353 |
$18828 |
Prices are per family as indicated.
Children must be 11 years or younger on dates of travel.
Excludes govt. fees and taxes on airfares.
Estimated Air Pricing per person
in US$
low season domestic air = US$895 adult, $675 child, excluding
tax
low season international airfare from Los Angeles = US$975 adult,
$780 child, excluding tax
Note: Domestic Australian
airfare as above has been quoted on using instant purchase non
refundable airfares. The costs are subject to seats being available
at that time at that fare. Your Travel consultant can advise you
the best fare available when you book.
International airfare has been based on known fares at the time
of preparing this website. Airfares do fluctuate and regularly
the airlines release specials. We will endeavor to take advantage
of these as they come out and will advise you of the most affordable
fare for your tour when you contact your Travel consultant to
book your trip. The fares above are to be used as a guide.
Excludes govt. fees and taxes on
airfares. These can be up to $135 per person, depended on your
trip itinerary.
SEASONS: To determine the
season in which you are traveling, the date of your flight from
Los Angeles or San Francisco is the "start date". Low
season April 26 - June 16; July 19 - August 26; Shoulder season
February 23 - April 25; June 18 - July 18; August 27 - December
4; High Season December 5 - 11; December 29 - February 22; Peak
season December 12 - 28; In some cases airlines also change their
seasons for special deals. Your consultant will advise you of
any changes in your trip at time of booking.
Prices are subject to fluctuations in currency exchange
