Day 01: Sydney

On arrival at Sydney Airport, transfer to your Hotel. Check-In at Hotel & Relax or set out to explore this vibrant city (on own). Evening proceed (on own) to King Street Wharf to spend this beautiful evening on 3 Hour Showboat Dinner Cruise in Sydney. The Sydney Showboat is definitely no time machine; but when glamorous showgirls in glittering outfits welcome you aboard this Sydney Harbour dinner cruise, you’re magically transported to a world that is defined by an old-world charm. The dinner cruise on Sydney Showboat also presents an unmatchable dining experience. Keeping with the old-world theme, dining aboard this cruise is a formal experience. A delectable three-course meal is served to your individual table that is dressed, with crisp linen and sparkling silverware, and you’ll have the added luxury of courteous staff attending to your every need.

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Day 02: Sydney

Discover Sydney at your own pace. Big Bus hop-on, hop-off bus tours give you the freedom to explore the best of Sydney at your own pace. Hop off the tour as many times as you like within the validity period of your ticket, and simply hop on again when you're ready. Alternatively, you are very welcome to remain on board for the entire tour. Using your valid 24 Hours Hop On Hop Ticket you have option to choose 3 Ticket Entrance Combination. You are free to choose admission to any 3 merlin attractions of your choice. Choose between Sydney Tower Eye, Sydney SEA Life Aquarium, Wildlife Sydney Zoo & Madame Tussauds Sydney.

 

Day 03: Cairns

Today we transfer you to Sydney Airport for your onward flight to Cairns. Cairns is located on the east coast of Far North Queensland & was founded in 1876 and was named after “Sir William Wellington Cairns”, Governor of Queensland from 1875 to 1877. On arrival we transfer you to your hotel in Cairns and you have free time to relax or explore Cairns (on your own)

 

Day 04: Cairns

This morning our driver will greet you, collect your voucher and issue your Kuranda Boarding Pass. We will then transfer you to Freshwater Station. There is no need to queue as your pre-allocated Train tickets are already on your Boarding Pass. Once aboard, enjoy this historical rail journey to Kuranda, enjoying breathtaking views across the cane fields of Cairns, to the tropical rainforest of Kuranda. Upon arrival in Kuranda, it’s time to explore this fascinating village. The Heritage Markets operate 7 days a week and are full of colourful and interesting arts and crafts. You might also like to visit Birdworld, the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary or Kuranda Koala Gardens [at own expense]. Your Kuranda Boarding Pass also offers discounted entry into selected Kuranda attractions. At the scheduled time, make your way directly to the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway boarding line – there is no need to queue as your tickets are already on your Boarding Pass. Once aboard, be amazed as you journey over and through World Heritage protected Rainforest. Your Boarding Pass is your ticket for this iconic rainforest experience that includes time at both Red Peak and Barron Falls stations, both with spectacular lookouts. Or visit the Rainforest Interpretation Centre. Complimentary guided boardwalk tours are offered throughout the day at Red Peak Station. After arriving at the Smithfield Skyrail, make yourself known to our Hostess and they will direct you to your coach for the transfer to your accommodation.

 

Day 05: Cairns

Green Island is a beautiful coral cay on Australia’s Great Barrier Reef. Snorkel, dive and swim in the warm island waters, view the spectacular reef from the coral viewing tours, explore Green Island National Park or just relax on the sandy beach Green Island coral cay is readily identified from the air by its emerald rainforest surrounded by white sandy beaches and beautiful coral reefs. “Big Cat” is a modern comfortable air-conditioned 35 metre catamaran with spacious interior cabins and a relaxed atmosphere. Travel time to Green Island is over one hour from Cairns. Passengers can take part in the many activities available or simply relax on the beach. Explore Green Island’s underwater world, part of the Great Barrier Reef in air-conditioned comfort on our exclusive Semi-Submarine tour… without even getting wet! Seated below water level, passengers are treated to a divers view of the coral reef and marine life with informative commentary by the crew and see the lively fish feeding. This vessel seats 27 passengers and cruises for approx. 30 minutes. Don’t miss this exciting tour during your time at Green Island. Big Cat Green Island Reef Cruises operate the only Semi Submarine at Green Island.

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Day 06: Gold Coast

After breakfast we transfer you to Cairns Airport for your onward flight to Brisbane or Gold Coast. It's famed for its long sandy beaches, surfing spots and elaborate system of inland canals and waterways. It’s also home to theme parks such as Dreamworld, Sea World and Wet’n’Wild. Inland, hiking trails crisscross Lamington National Park’s mountain ridges and valleys, home to rare birds and rainforest. On arrival transfer to your Hotel & rest of the day you are free to relax or explore the white-sandy beaches of Gold Coast (on own).

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Day 07: Gold Coast

Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary has been conserving native wildlife and nurturing the local indigenous heritage for over 70 years. This regional treasure has also been educating and entertaining families and tourists from all across the globe. So naturally, the animal attraction is at the heart of Gold Coast history. You’d be hard pressed to find a local who hasn’t experienced the renowned wild rainbow lorikeet feeding. But over the decades, Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary has, more importantly, served as a haven to a myriad of native Australian animals — big, small, flourishing and endangered. Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary, officially renamed in 1995, is now a heritage-listed zoological garden set across 27 hectares of natural eucalyptus-rich bushland and rainforest. The park was deemed to be of great importance to the evolution of the state’s history, and was subsequently added to the Queensland Heritage Register in 2009. Today, the Sanctuary is home to native mammals, reptiles, birdlife and amphibians as well as some exotic species. Strong support from locals and the emergence of ecotourism has allowed the Sanctuary to thrive since its inception. The educational public park continues to provide vital breeding and conservation programs, and lorikeets still flock to the arena twice daily to be fed by the equally delighted visitors.

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Day 08: Gold Coast

Warner Bros. Movie World is a 16.8 hectare film studio theme park on the Gold Coast, Queensland, and Australia. Owned and operated by Village Roadshow's Theme Parks division, the park opened on 3 June 1991. The park's site is part of a entertainment precinct, with the adjacent Village Roadshow Studios film studio and nearby Wet'n'Wild Gold Coast water park, among other properties all operated by Village Roadshow. The park contains movie-themed rides, attractions and shows. Various costumed characters regularly patrol the park to interact and take photos with guests. Each afternoon, characters participate in a parade along the park's Main Street. The park hosts several seasonal events annually, such as the Halloween-themed Fright Nights and Christmas-themed White Christmas. DC Rivals Hyper Coaster, opened in 2017, is the most recent among the park's six operating roller coasters.

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Day 09: Melbourne

After breakfast, guest will be transfer to Gold Coast or Brisbane Airport for flight to Melbourne. Compact and diverse, Melbourne is a perfect playground for adventurers and wildlife lovers, foodies and road trippers. Discover remote beaches and rugged coastlines, alpine outlooks and lush forests, all within easy reach of Melbourne, Australia's culinary capital. On arrival we will transfer you to your hotel. Relax and explore Melbourne in Tram Ride in Free Zone.

 

Day 10: Melbourne

Join your small group eco-tour for the spectacular journey along the Great Ocean Road – one of Australia’s greatest coastal drives. As your tour travels along Victoria’s Surf Coast you’ll visit pristine beaches and enjoy unrivalled views which reveal themselves as we follow the coastal road around each bend. Venture off the Great Ocean Road and into the Great Otway National Park to spot wild koalas sleeping or perhaps eating in their eucalyptus homes, before continuing along the Surf Coast to our lunch stop in Apollo Bay. After lunch we follow the road through the Otway Ranges and stop to explore the cool temperate rainforest of the Great Otway National Park. Wander amongst the tree ferns and wonder at the towering Mountain Ash trees, the tallest flowering species in the world. Emerging from the Otway Ranges we arrive at the Shipwreck Coast with its indented coastline and its amazing array of limestone formations, including of course the world famous 12 Apostles. Stroll the boardwalks here and take in the awesome scenery before moving on to the heart of the Shipwreck Coast, the spectacular Loch Ard Gorge, where 52 souls perished and only two teenagers survived the wreck of the Loch Ard in 1878. Visit the beach here to re-live the amazing story of survival before descending to the each once more at Gibsons Steps. Here you will appreciate the sheer scale of the limestone cliffs as well as the offshore rock stacks.

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Day 11: Melbourne

After breakfast we proceed (on own) to Melbourne Cricket Ground. The largest stadium in the Southern Hemisphere and one of the most famous sporting venues in Australia, Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) is more than a Melbourne landmark. The legendary stadium has hosted the Olympic Games, the Commonwealth Games, the annual Boxing Day Test Match, and Australian Football League (AFL) Grand Final. Meet your tour guide at the Gate 3 entrance to the Melbourne Cricket Grounds. Embark on your tour, which includes behind-the-scenes access to some parts of the stadium that the general public doesn't get to see. Stop by the cricketers' viewing room, the player changing rooms, and the MCC Long Room. Stop by the MCC Library, dating from 1873, and get a chance to walk on the grass inside the arena. Snap photos of the Melbourne city skyline from the City Terrace. Please note: Some areas on the tour are subject to availability. At the island you’ll visit Seal Rocks and the Nobbies Centre to take a walk along the boardwalk and soak in the stunning views back towards the Mornington Peninsula from Phillip Island’s most western point. Just before sunset we head over to the Penguin Parade to take our spots at the beach, ready to see the hundreds of Little Penguins as they make their way across the sand and return to their burrows in the sand dunes. See them reunited with their partners, where they give each other a little kiss, do a dance, then waddle up and into their burrows. An unforgettable afternoon – check.

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Day 12: Melbourne

Today after breakfast we will transfer you to Melbourne Airport for your flight. We hope you had a wonderful time & sweet memories of your trip to Australia & we expect to see you soon on some of our other tour programs.