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Independent Touring
The Best of Australia
17 Days from Sydney Independent Touring from £1870 (land-only)
Sydney (4 nights), Uluru (2 nights), Darwin (2 nights), Kakadu (1 night), Cairns (3 nights), Coral Princess Cruise (3 nights), Townsville (1 night) Highlights Include · Spend four nights in fabulous Sydney · Panoramic helicopter flightseeing over Sydney's world-famous skyline · Stunning rock formations in the Blue Mountains · Two nights at Uluru, including viewing the Rock at both sunset and sunrise · Listen to the `Sounds of Silence' with a unique Outback dinner experience · Two days in the unspoiled wilderness of Kakadu · Graphically depicted Aboriginal paintings at Ubirr rock-art site · Three nights in tropical north Queensland · White-water rafting, hot-air ballooning or cruising the reef the choice is yours! · A fabulous three-night Great Barrier Reef cruise aboard the Coral Princess
Sydney Harbour Kakadu National Park
Departures: from Sydney every Monday Day 1: Arrive Sydney Scenic Harbour Flight Private transfer from the airport to your chosen hotel for four nights. Depending on your arrival time in Sydney, you may choose to go heli-sightseeing either today or on day four, which is your day at leisure. You'll be transferred from your hotel to the heliport to discover `The Most Beautiful City in the World' from above. Sweep over the harbour and view the famous Harbour Bridge and Opera House, city skyscrapers and colourful sailing boats. Standard: Mercure Sydney Superior: The Menzies Sydney Deluxe: InterContinental Sydney (Harbour View Room) Day 2: Sydney Tour & Harbour Cruise Today's sightseeing starts as you travel north over the Harbour Bridge to the northern beaches. Stop at Milson's Point for panoramic views of the Bridge and skyline and enjoy a stroll under the Norfolk Pines in Manly, a wonderful seaside resort. Return to the city in time for a fabulous luncheon cruise on beautiful Sydney Harbour. The afternoon's sightseeing will include the Rocks, Darling Harbour, Bondi Beach and awesome views of the Opera House from Mrs. Macquarie's Chair. (L)
Day 3: The Blue Mountains Travel to the picturesque Blue Mountains National Park, and take in the views from the scenic Cliff Drive. At Echo Point, witness the spectacular Three Sisters rock formation towering over the Jamison Valley. Enjoy a ride on the Scenic Skyway or Scenic Railway (own expense) before continuing to the Featherdale Wildlife Park, where there will be an opportunity to hand-feed kangaroos, walk through rainforest aviaries, see crocodiles and cuddle a koala before returning to Sydney. Day 4: Sydney Explore Sydney at leisure. If you didn't have time on your arrival day for the heli-sightseeing, then now's the time to enjoy your 20-minute scenic flight. Alternatively, if you need some inspiration, turn to pages 44-45 for some ideas of the other touring options available. Day 5: Sydney to Uluru (Ayers Rock) A private transfer will be waiting to take you to the airport for your flight to the Red Centre. On arrival, transfer by shuttle to your chosen accommodation for the next two nights. Tonight, you'll enjoy a wonderful `Sounds of Silence' dinner; experience the romance of the desert, with the sun setting behind the domes of Kata Tjuta (The Olgas), the haunting sounds of didgeridoos and a sumptuous Northern
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Air Coach Cruise No. of nights stayed
Darwin 2
1 Kakadu
3 Cairns 1 Townsville
Uluru 2
4 Sydney
Territory feast of barramundi, kangaroo and emu - plus some of the world's finest stargazing. (D) Standard: Voyages Outback Pioneer Hotel Superior: Voyages Desert Gardens Deluxe: Voyages Sails in the Desert Day 6: Uluru (Ayers Rock) Today, we've included a special touring pass to really make the most of your day at Uluru. Rise early to view the spectacular sunrise over Uluru before enjoying a visit to the Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre, guided walks through the Olga Gorges and at the base of Uluru, and late afternoon sightseeing to watch the last rays of the sun setting over Ayers Rock - simply breathtaking. Day 7: Uluru (Ayers Rock) to Darwin A shuttle transfer will be waiting to take you to the airport for your early morning departure to the tropical city of Darwin (via Alice Springs). Enjoy a private transfer to your overnight hotel, and enjoy an afternoon and evening at leisure to discover this modern 20th-century city, set on a magnificent harbour. Standard: Travelodge Mirambeena Resort Superior: Novotel Atrium Deluxe: Saville on the Esplanade Darwin (One Bedroom Suite) Day 8: Darwin to Kakadu An early start to travel into World Heritage-listed Kakadu National Park. Visit the Warradjan Aboriginal Cultural Centre, then join a guided boat cruise on Yellow Water Billabong, keeping a look out for saltwater crocodiles, birdlife and beautiful waterlilies. After lunch, travel to the ancient rock-art site at Nourlangie. (L) Standard & Superior: Aurora Kakadu Resort Deluxe: Gagudju Crocodile Holiday Inn Day 9: Kakadu Darwin Time for an optional morning flight over the Arnhem Land Escarpment (own expense). Travel to Ubirr where you can only be in awe as you admire this 20,000-year-old rock-art site. Enjoy views of the surrounding Nardab floodplains before joining Aboriginal guides for a cruise on the East Alligator River and, by special permission, a short walk into Arnhem Land. Return to Darwin for an overnight stay at your chosen hotel. (Dec-Apr: Ubirr, East Alligator River and Arnhem Land are subject to seasonal conditions and may be substituted for alternative touring.) (L) Standard: Travelodge Mirambeena Resort Superior: Novotel Atrium Deluxe: Saville on the Esplanade Darwin (One Bedroom Suite)
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