13D/12N Down under Australia

Day 1: Arrival in Melbourne.

Today is your arrival in Melbourne. After immigration clearance transfer to the hotel and check into your hotel (standard check-in at 14:00 hrs). On arrival spend the day at your leisure. The rest of the day is free to explore. Overnight at hotel.

Day 2: Melbourne city tour on a seat and coach basis and Melbourne cricket ground tour without transfers.

Welcome to Melbourne, a city of contrasts, world famous sporting arenas and historic gardens. Be dazzled by the wondrous sights of Australia’s most vibrant city and learn about Melbourne’s fascinating history with your expert guide. Join a small group tour to make the most of your stay as you zoom in and around the city, visiting such wonders as Federation Square, the MCG and our world-famous sports precinct, St Patrick’s Cathedral, Albert Park Lake (Formula 1) and over to St Kilda Beach. You can even take a stroll in the gardens and visit St Patrick’s Cathedral when permitted. Visit world famous Albert Park, home of the Formula One, Australian Grand Prix as well as the inner-city sports precinct, home to the famous MCG and Melbourne Park where the Australian Tennis Open takes place. Your tour will finish by visiting Eureka Tower. You may choose to take the super-speedy elevator to Eureka Skydeck 88 (entry optional add on), scraping Melbourne’s awe inspiring skyline where you will be spoiled with 360 degree views of the city, Port Phillip Bay and out to the Dandenong Ranges and the Yarra Valley or a leisurely Yarra River Cruise (optional add on)There will be a maximum of 11 people in your group, so you will have plenty of opportunities to ask your guide questions and get to know your fellow travellers.

Melbourne cricket ground tour without transfers. Ever wanted to see behind the scenes at the mighty 'G? Experience an unforgettable MCG Tour with access to all areas including player changing rooms, the Ron Casey Media Centre, member only areas of the Melbourne Cricket Club such as the Long Room and a walk on the hallowed arena. Walk in the steps of great sporting legends.

Day 3: Great Ocean Road tour on seat and coach basis.

After being picked up from Melbourne CBD you will then explore the world-famous Great Ocean Road in this full-day tour with free wi-fi and audio in many languages to ensure you do not miss a thing. Spend the day in an airconditioned vehicle not only exploring the coastline features but also seeing firsthand kangaroos, koalas and birds in their natural habitat as well as a guided forest walk where you will see some of the tallest trees in the world. Morning tea is also included. All of this is on top of the iconic favorites such as the Torquay Surf Beach, Loch Ard Gorge, 12 Apostles and Gibson Steps with plenty of photo stops along the way. Pick up and return from Melbourne CBD in airconditioned comfort with free wi-fi and audio in several languages so you do not miss a thing, visit Torquay Beach, Enjoy a complimentary morning tea, stop for a selfie at the world-famous Great Ocean Road sign. A guided tour of koalas and parrots in their natural habitat, Wander the township of Apollo Bay where you can take a swim and or purchase your lunch, Take a guided forest walk and see some of the world’s tallest trees, See the 12 Apostles limestone formations from beach level at The Gibson Steps, Enjoy the spectacular 12 Apostles lookout. This world-famous iconic lookout, roam down to the Loch Ard Gorge beach and see the glorious rock formations and scenery, A return stop off at Colac where you can purchase some dinner from a choice of many cafes and restaurants.

Day 4: Melbourne to Cairns.

Today after breakfast check out from Melbourne hotel and transfer to Melbourne airport to catch your flight to Cairns. Arrive at Cairns airport, transfer (seat-in-coach basis) to the hotel and check in for an overnight stay. Check-in at the hotel. Overnight at hotel.

Day 5: Kuranda Rainforestation on seat in coach basis

Kuranda Village, Army Duck Rainforest Tour, Tropical Fruit Orchard, Pamagirri Aboriginal Experience, Koala & Wildlife Park. Return Transfers.

Day 6: Green Island cruise including lunch with transfers on seat in coach basis.

Today after breakfast I proceed for 1-day Green Island cruise with lunch. A Big Cat Green Island Cruises coach will pick you up from your hotel for your transfer to the Reef Fleet Terminal, the departure points of your cruise. Board your Big Cat vessel to commence a full-day cruise to Green Island. Big Cat is a modern air-conditioned 35-metre catamaran which takes just over one hour to cruise to Green Island. Enjoy over 5 hours on Green Island with many activities such as the choice of a glass bottom boat tour or snorkeling equipment for the day, a fish feeding display, self-guided island walks or simply relaxing on the white sandy beach. Enjoy lunch onboard. The cruise concludes at approximately 5.00 pm, at which time hotel drop-offs will commence.

Inclusions:

 Green Island catamaran cruise.

 Snorkeling demonstration.

 Choice of reef viewing by glass bottom boat or the use of snorkelling equipment for the day (both options available at an extra cost).

 Snorkeling equipment deposit required.

 Fish feeding display.

 5 hours on Green Island.

 Transfers from Cairns accommodation.

All taxes and charges.

Day 7: Cairns to Gold Coast.

Today after breakfast check out from Cairn’s hotel and transfer to Cairn’s airport to catch your flight to Brisbane/Gold Coast. Arrive at Brisbane/Gold Coast airport, transfer (seat-in- coach basis) to the hotel and check-in for an overnight stay. Check-in at the hotel. Overnight at hotel.

Day 8: Sea world entrance tickets with transfers on seat in coach basis.

Today after breakfast board your coach from the hotel to Sea World. Overnight at hotel.

Day 9: Movie World entrance tickets with transfers on seat in coach basis.

Today after breakfast proceeded for a full-day tour of Movie World. Get lost in a world where movies come to life and everyone’s a star. Meet your favourite stars and superheroes, experience the adrenaline-pumping thrill rides and watch an array of spectacular shows. Overnight at hotel.

Day 10: Gold coast to Sydney.

Today after breakfast check-out from Gold coast hotel and transfer to Gold coast airport to catch your flight to Sydney. Arrive at Sydney airport, transfer (seat-in-coach basis) to the hotel and check-in for an overnight stay. Overnight at hotel.

Day 11: Sydney city tour on seat in coach basis.

Today after breakfast a coach will pick you up from your hotel for your transfer to Wheat Road, StreetSide behind Sydney Aquarium, Darling Harbour, the departure points of your tour. At 8.15 am join your coach to commence a morning city Tour. See points of interest including The Rocks, Sydney Opera House and visit Mrs. Macquarie’s Chair for superb views of the harbour and city skyline. Journey to Bondi Beach, Australia's most famous surf beach, where you can wander along the shoreline and dip your toes into the cool ocean. Next stop is the entrance of Sydney Harbour, known as the Gap. A dramatic ocean cliff on the eastern coast of Sydney, the Gap provides breathtaking views of the coastline. Return to Sydney through the famous suburbs of Double Bay, Paddington and Kings Cross. Tour concludes at approximately 11.45am and you may disembark at either Darling Harbour or Circular Quay. No drop-off at hotels.

Day 12: Blue mountains with 3 world scenic rides on seat in coach basis.

Today after breakfast I proceed for the Blue Mountain tour. Explore the stunning sprawl of the Blue Mountains from an amazing perspective as you take to the skies at Scenic World and marvel at the landscape below. Admire the deep gorges and lush rainforests as you try out the highest cable car in Australia and the steepest passenger railway in the world. Join one of our Blue Mountains Tours for an unforgettable adventure. Overnight at hotel.

Day 11: Departure from Sydney.

After breakfast, your arrangements conclude with a departure transfer to Sydney airport. We hope you have a wonderful vacation!!