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16 Day Downunder Explorer from $7320*restrictions apply
Fully Escorted Touring in Australia
Vacations, Australia, Adelaide, Kangaroo Island & South Australia, Great Barrier Reef & Beyond, Queensland, Melbourne & Victoria, Outback and Northern Territory, Sydney, New South Wales
Australia is a remarkable combination of coastal towns, remote beaches, world heritage sites, stunning desert, idyllic island retreats and tropical rainforest. Enjoy 16 days of fully escorted touring with your expert guide, premier dining and unique “Freedom of Choice” touring options.
Highlights Australia
- Cruise Sydney Harbor
- Tour Sydney Opera House
- Great Barrier Reef cruise
- Ride the Kuranda Skyrail & Kuranda Scenic Railway
- Visit Uluru (Ayers Rock) & Kata Tjuta (Olgas)
- Ride The Ghan from Alice Springs to Adelaide
Price Includes
- Fully escorted in Australia with Tour Director and Driver/Guides
- Luxury motorcoaches and superior accommodations
- Sightseeing (as specified)
- Centrally-located hotels in key locations
- 16 meals: 14 breakfasts (B) 2 dinners (D)
- 5 feature meals (FL, FD)
Departure Dates
2012: Oct 8, 29; Nov 12, 26; Dec 24
2013: Jan 21; Feb 11, 18; Mar 11, 25
Many dates are guaranteed departures- please call and ask for details.
Tour Code: E16
Options
Australian Electronic Visa
from $25
A valid visa is required for all people wishing to travel to Australia. Visitors of all nationalities must obtain a visa prior to arrival. Have you added yours?
Buy Foreign Currency
Whether you're sightseeing in New Zealand or have business in Australia, save valuable travel time by purchasing foreign currency before you go.
Whether you're sightseeing in New Zealand or have business in Australia, save valuable travel time by purchasing foreign currency before you go.
Global Cell Phones and SIM Cards
Avoid high roaming charges - buy a Wireless Traveler Global Cell Phone. With no contracts or monthly fees, stay in touch at low rates in over 200 countries. Travel Smart and order now to save on shipping.
Avoid high roaming charges - buy a Wireless Traveler Global Cell Phone. With no contracts or monthly fees, stay in touch at low rates in over 200 countries. Travel Smart and order now to save on shipping.
Day 1 Depart Los Angeles
Fly to Australia on one of our selected flights. (D)Day 2 In flight
Cross the international dateline as you travel.Day 3 Arrive Sydney
Arrive in Sydney and tonight enjoy a Welcome Dinner. (B, D) Overnight: Sydney, The Sebel Pier One for 3 nightsDay 4 Sydney, City Sights, Harbor Cruise
Enjoy a guided tour of the city, a Sydney Harbor luncheon cruise and tour of the Opera House. (B, L)Day 5 Sydney at Leisure
Enjoy free time in Sydney. Perhaps visit the Hunter Valley (own expense). (B)Day 6 Sydney, Fly to Cairns
Fly to Cairns and enjoy the day at leisure to explore this tropical city. (B, D) Overnight: Cairns, Shangri-La Hotel, The Marina for 3 nightsDay 7 Great Barrier Reef Cruise
Cruise out to Moore Reef on the Great Barrier Reef. View the marine life and enjoy a tropical lunch on board. (B, L)Day 8 Skyrail, Kuranda, Cairns
Tour Cairns before riding the Kuranda Skyrail Cableway to Kuranda. Visit a wildlife park and later take the Kuranda Scenic Railway back to Cairns. (B)Day 9 Cairns, Fly to Uluru (Ayers Rock), Uluru Base Tour, Sounds of Silence Dinner
This morning, fly to Uluru. Here, tour Uluru’s base, viewing Aboriginal rock art. Walk to Mutitjulu waterhole and visit the Maruku Arts and Crafts Gallery. Tonight enjoy the Sounds of Silence dinner. (B, D) Overnight: Ayers Rock Resort, Desert Gardens HotelDay 10 Kata Tjuta (Olgas), Alice Springs
Today, visit Kata Tjuta and walk to Walpa (Olga) Gorge. Later, travel to Alice Springs (B) Overnight: Alice Springs, Crowne Plaza HotelDay 11 Alice Springs Tour, The Ghan
Tour Alice Springs, then board The Ghan for a luxury rail journey from Alice Springs to Adelaide. (B, D) Overnight: The Ghan, travel in Gold Kangaroo classAir Alternative – Alice Springs to Adelaide Those that would prefer are able to fly to Adelaide and enjoy three nights in this picturesque city. Deduct $739 per person.
Day 12 The Ghan, Adelaide
Enjoy breakfast aboard The Ghan and arrive into Adelaide early this afternoon. Enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure. (B, D) Overnight: Adelaide, Sebel Playford for 2 nightsDay 13 Adelaide at Leisure
Today is free to explore Adelaide or perhaps take a day trip. (B)Day 14 Adelaide, Fly to Melbourne, City Tour
Fly to Melbourne. On arrival, take a tour of the city. (B) Overnight: Melbourne, Sofitel Melbourne on Collins for 2 nightsDay 15 Melbourne at Leisure
Today perhaps see the Penguin Parade on Phillip Island or tour the Great Ocean Road (both at own expense). (B)Day 16 Depart Melbourne
After breakfast, transfer to the airport to board your flight home. (B)
Options
Australian Electronic Visa
from $25
A valid visa is required for all people wishing to travel to Australia. Visitors of all nationalities must obtain a visa prior to arrival. Have you added yours?
Buy Foreign Currency
Whether you're sightseeing in New Zealand or have business in Australia, save valuable travel time by purchasing foreign currency before you go.
Whether you're sightseeing in New Zealand or have business in Australia, save valuable travel time by purchasing foreign currency before you go.
Global Cell Phones and SIM Cards
Avoid high roaming charges - buy a Wireless Traveler Global Cell Phone. With no contracts or monthly fees, stay in touch at low rates in over 200 countries. Travel Smart and order now to save on shipping.
Avoid high roaming charges - buy a Wireless Traveler Global Cell Phone. With no contracts or monthly fees, stay in touch at low rates in over 200 countries. Travel Smart and order now to save on shipping.
Australian Electronic Visa from $25
A valid visa is required for all people wishing to travel to Australia. Visitors of all nationalities must obtain a visa prior to arrival. Have you added yours?
Buy Foreign Currency
Whether you're sightseeing in New Zealand or have business in Australia, save valuable travel time by purchasing foreign currency before you go.
Global Cell Phones and SIM Cards
Avoid high roaming charges - buy a Wireless Traveler Global Cell Phone. With no contracts or monthly fees, stay in touch at low rates in over 200 countries. Travel Smart and order now to save on shipping.
† International Seasonal Air Supplement: Add $230 for Apr, Jul, Sep 22- Dec 11, Jan-Mar 12
Note: Days 11-16 is based on independent touring with local day tour guides.
*Land price includes all Australian domestic flights and is based on using Qantas as the international carrier. Fare will differ for other airlines.
**Land with air price includes all domestic, trans-Tasman and flights to/from Los Angeles. Special airfares are available from other US cities at an additional price. All prices, itineraries and routing are subject to change without notice. US/Foreign Taxes of approximately US$255, including September 11 Security Fee are additional. Prices are current at the time of printing; airlines frequently change their prices as a result of fare increases and/or fuel surcharges. Prices may differ when you book your travel and are not guaranteed until full payment is received.
Please call for our current prices.
Options
Australian Electronic Visa
from $25
A valid visa is required for all people wishing to travel to Australia. Visitors of all nationalities must obtain a visa prior to arrival. Have you added yours?
Buy Foreign Currency
Whether you're sightseeing in New Zealand or have business in Australia, save valuable travel time by purchasing foreign currency before you go.
Whether you're sightseeing in New Zealand or have business in Australia, save valuable travel time by purchasing foreign currency before you go.
Global Cell Phones and SIM Cards
Avoid high roaming charges - buy a Wireless Traveler Global Cell Phone. With no contracts or monthly fees, stay in touch at low rates in over 200 countries. Travel Smart and order now to save on shipping.
Avoid high roaming charges - buy a Wireless Traveler Global Cell Phone. With no contracts or monthly fees, stay in touch at low rates in over 200 countries. Travel Smart and order now to save on shipping.
Prices are in US and Canadian dollars
