15D/14N Grand Australian Tour

Day 1: Arrival in Adelaide.

Today is your arrival in Adelaide. After immigration clearance please proceed to your coach which shall transfer you from Adelaide international airport to Adelaide hotel. Upon arrival in Adelaide hotel, you shall be checked in at hotel. Overnight at hotel.

Day 2: Adelaide city tour on seat in coach basis.

Today after breakfast proceed for Adelaide city tour. Our coach will pick you up from your hotel for your transfer to the Adelaide Central Bus Station at 85 Franklin Street, the departure point of your tour. At 9.15am join your coach to commence a morning tour of Adelaide. With a vibrant culture built on world famous festivals, food and wine, Adelaide is an elegant city with a rich past and a passion for fine living. Its historic buildings, gardens and wide boulevards and parklands make the city unique. See highlights including Victoria Square, cosmopolitan Gouger Street, King William Street and Rundle Mall. View Parliament House, the State Library and Trinity Church, Adelaide's oldest church, and trendy Hutt Street. Visit the famous Haigh's Chocolate factory (not open Sundays) to enjoy a brief tour, a complimentary tea or coffee and some chocolate samples. Stop at St Peter's Cathedral and Adelaide Oval, then see panoramic views over Adelaide from Colonel Light's lookout on Montefiore Hill. See the Botanic Gardens and North Adelaide's grand and historic stately homes. Tour concludes at approximately 12.00pm at 85 Franklin Street. Overnight at hotel.

Day 3: Barossa & Hahndorf highlights on seat in coach basis.

Today after breakfast proceed for Barossa & Hahndorf highlights - Travel through the city of Adelaide northwards to the world-renowned Barossa wine region. Enjoy the change of scenery as you make your way into the vineyards of South Australia’s premium wine district. Your first stop is at the multi-award-winning Jacob’s Creek Visitor Centre then enjoy morning tea as you overlook the vineyards. travel to Mengler Hill Lookout for sweeping views over the valley and then onto Lambert Estate in Angaston for wine tasting and a 2-course lunch. Leaving the Barossa, drive past the Herbing Family Tree at Springton and visit Berenberg Farm Shop where you can read about the story of how Berenberg began and the history of Hahndorf. You will also have time to explore the entire range of products in the Farm Shop, plus a selection of souvenirs and gifts. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 4: Adelaide to Melbourne.

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

Day 5: 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 6: Great Ocean Road tour on seat in coach basis.

After being picked up from Melbourne CBD you will then explore the world famous Great Ocean Road on 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 air-conditioned vehicle not only exploring the coastline features but also seeing first-hand 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 on top of the iconic favourite 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 7: Melbourne to Sydney.

Today after breakfast I checked out from hotel. In the afternoon transfer from Melbourne hotel to Melbourne airport to catch your flight to Sydney. Sydney is the state capital of New South wales that features the world’s largest natural harbors and iconic tourist destinations like Sydney Opera house and Harbor Bridge. Upon arrival in Sydney, transfer to the hotel on seat in coach basis. Check-in at the hotel. Overnight at hotel.

in coach basis. Check-in at the hotel. Overnight at hotel.

Day 8: Sydney

city tour.

Day 8: 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 9: Blue mountains with 3 world scenic rides with transfers 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 10: Sydney to Cairns.

Today after breakfast check-out from Sydney hotel and proceed to airport to catch your flight to Cairns. Upon arrival in Cairns you shall be transferred from (seat-in-coach basis) to the hotel and check-in for an overnight stay. Overnight at hotel.

Day 11: Green Island cruise including lunch on seat in coach basis.

Today after breakfast 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 relax on the white sandy beach. Enjoy lunch onboard. Cruise concludes at approximately 5.00pm, at which time hotel drop offs will commence. Overnight at hotel.

Inclusions:

 Green Island catamaran cruise.

 Snorkeling demonstration.

 Choice of reef viewing by glass bottom boat or the use of snorkeling 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 12: Cairns to Gold coast.

Today after breakfast check-out from Cairns hotel and proceed to Cairns airport to catch your flight to Gold Coast. Upon arrival in Brisbane/Gold Coast please proceed to your coach which shall transfer you from Brisbane international/Gold coast airport to Gold coast surfer’s paradise hotel. Upon arrival in Gold coast you shall be checked in at hotel. Overnight at hotel.

Day 13: Sea World entrance tickets with transfers on seats in coach basis.

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

Day 14: Movie world entrance tickets with transfers on seat in coach basis.

Today after breakfast I 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 15: Departure from Gold Coast.

After breakfast, your arrangements conclude with a departure transfer to Brisbane international/Gold coast international airport. We hope you had a wonderful vacation!!