Sydney, Great Barrier Reef and Outback
A 15 day trip to Australia provided by Abel Tasman Tours
This 2 week package offers a perfect overview of the 3 most popular destinations in Australia, Sydney, the Great Barrier Reef and the Outback.
All airfare ex Los Angeles is included, as is accommodation. We can add transfers and day touring as required. 3, 4 and 5 star accommodation available.
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Details
Departures:
Daily through December 8, 2008
Places Visited:
Sydney, Cairns and the Great Barrier Reef, Alice Springs and Ayers Rock
Activities:
Beach
Children Friendly
Family Vacation
Gay / Lesbian Friendly
Safari & Wildlife
Scuba Diving
Spectacular Scenery
Price:
From $2599 per person, plus air taxes
Detailed Description
This package includes all air on Qantas Airways, and 3, 4 or 5 star accommodation (your choice) for 12 nights, 14 days.
You will spend 4 nights each in: Sydney, the jewel in Australia's crown; Cairns, the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef; and the Outback regions of Alice Springs and Ayers Rock.
Add on airfare from all other US cities is available.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 :
Depart US, flights usually depart LAX at night
Day 2 :
This day is 'lost' as you cross the international dateline (don't worry; you'll get it back as you return!)
Day 3 :
After your 14 hours flight you'll arrive in Sydney Australia! The day is at leisure for you to do with as you wish, generally we've added day touring at your request, or you may prefer to do things yourself as you travel.
Suggested activity (extra): How about a Harbour Cruise on beautiful Sydney Harbour?
Day 4 :
At leisure in Sydney.
Suggested activity (extra): How about climbing the Sydney Harbour Bridge (or as the locals call it, the Coathanger)?
Day 5 :
At leisure in Sydney.
Suggested activity (extra): How about Breakfast with the Kangaroos and a visit to the beautiful Blue Mountains?
Day 6 :
At leisure in Sydney.
Suggested activity (extra): Walking tour of the Historic Rocks district, great for shopping.
Day 7 :
Fly to Alice Springs.
Suggested activity (extra): Tour of the School of the Air and the Flying Doctor Service will lend an appreciation for this remote town.
Day 8 :
At leisure in Alice.
Suggested activity (extra): Take a Camel to Lunch! Ride a camel and learn how these animals helped early explorers.
Day 9 :
Coach to Ayers Rock.
Suggested activity: Sunset at The Olgas and Sound of Silence dinner
Day 10 :
At leisure in Ayers Rock.
Suggested activity: Ayers Rock Sunrise Base Walk (extra)
Day 11 :
Fly to Cairns, gateway to the Barrier Reef.
Suggested activity: Cairns Dinner cruise (extra)
Day 12 :
At leisure in Cairns.
Suggested activity: Cruise to the Great Barrier Reef (extra)
Day 13 :
At leisure in Cairns.
Suggested activity: Day tour to Daintree Rainforest (extra)
Day 14 :
At leisure in Cairns.
Suggested activity: Day tour to Kuranda Village by Skyrail and Rail (extra)
Day 15 :
Return to the US - arrive same day... a few hours earlier than you departed!
