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 2009: BEST OF AUSTRALIA (IPGB)
14 days incl. air, or 12 days from Cairns to Melbourne
Explore the must-see cities and sights of Australia. In Cairns, enjoy a spectacular half-day trip to the Great Barrier Reef. After that there is ample time to explore on your own. Ride the Skyrail Cableway through the rainforest to Kuranda, a quiet mountain village, and learn about Aboriginal culture and folklore at Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park. On to the Outback, where the stunning landscape is sure to inspire you. Enjoy guided sightseeing in Ayers Rock and Alice Springs, then explore the Outback on your own. View the vast "Red Centre" from a helicopter-and for a unique desert experience, ride a camel! Then, fly to beautiful Sydney, the largest city in Australia. After the guided sightseeing tour you will have plenty of time to pursue independent activities. Take the exhilarating climb to the top of Sydney Harbour Bridge, take a cruise on Sydney Harbour, and explore "The Rocks," where modern Sydney blends with history from the convict days. Next, on to cosmopolitan Melbourne. After the guided sightseeing tour there is plenty of time for independent exploration. Watch the Penguin Parade on Phillip Island or indulge in innovative cuisine at a local restaurant.
HOTELS Cairns: Pacific International, Located in downtown Cairns on the waterfront, close to the seaport, city shopping, and the famous Esplanade Precinct with art galleries, cinemas, and other entertainment.Ayers Rock: Desert Gardens Hotel, Set among eucalyptus trees and part of the Ayers Rock Resort complex. Your hotel offers a swimming pool for relaxation.Alice Springs: Lasseters Hotel, Set against the MacDonnell Ranges and adjoining one of the world's best desert golf courses. Rooms are spacious and well appointed. Sydney: Travelodge Wynyard, Located within the heart of the CBD and adjacent to the Wynyard railway station, the Travelodge Wynyard is ideally situated within close proximity to Sydney's wonderful attractions like Sydney Opera House, The Rocks, Darling Harbour, and a great selection of major shopping outlets.Melbourne: The Swanston Hotel Melbourne, Grand Mercure, Conveniently located in the heart of Melbourne on historic and popular Swanston Street.Modern and spacious rooms are designed especially for your comfort.
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| Call (800) 999-1216 for more information or to book today! Mention code 7429311 | | Monograms | | Offer valid through 12/31/2008 | | | | Day | Destination | Description | | Day 1 | Cross the International Date Line on your flight | Cross the International Date Line on your flight. | | Day 2 | Cross the International Date Line on your flight | Cross the International Date Line on your flight. | | Day 3 | Cairns | Arrive in Cairns. | | Day 4 | Cairns | Great Barrier Reef cruise. (B) | | Day 5 | Cairns | Full day at leisure. (B) | | Day 6 | Cairns-Ayers Rock | Fly to Ayers Rock; guided sightseeing; visit The Olgas, view the sunset at Ayers Rock, and enjoy a champagne toast. (B) | | Day 7 | Ayers Rock | Guided morning sightseeing; visit the base of Ayers Rock. (B) | | Day 8 | Ayers Rock-Alice Springs | Fly to Alice Springs; guided sightseeing; visit the Old Telegraph Station, Anzac Hill, School of the Air, and the Royal Flying Doctor Service. (B) | | Day 9 | Alice Springs-Sydney | Fly to Sydney. (B) | | Day 10 | Sydney | Guided sightseeing; Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge photo stop; see the historic "Rocks" area and visit Bondi Beach. (B) | | Day 11 | Sydney | Full day at leisure. (B) | | Day 12 | Sydney-Melbourne | Fly to Melbourne. (B) | | Day 13 | Melbourne | Guided sightseeing; visit the botanical gardens. (B) | | Day 14 | Melbourne | Your homebound flight arrives the same day. (B) |
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