Eastern Australia Vacation Package Itinerary

Eastern Australia Vacation Package Itinerary
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Welcome to Melbourne

Crowned "The World's Most Liveable City" for seven years in a row, friendly Melbourne is the perfect place to begin your Australian honeymoon.

We take care of your transfer from the airport and then this compact, diverse metropolis is begging to be explored after settling into your comfortable accommodation. There are hidden charms around every corner, beautiful Botanic Gardens and chic city squares where you can soak up the atmosphere to your heart's content.

Accommodation: Melbourne - 3 Nights

Melbourne
Accommodation:
Located in the heart of Melbourne, just 200 m from the Regent Theatre, QT Melbourne features a terrace and views of the city. All rooms at the QT boast stylish decor and feature modern conveniences including air-conditioning, a minibar, coffee machine and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Each room has a private bathroom offering bathrobes and free toiletries.
qt Melbourne

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Free Day to explore Melbourne

A full day for you to enjoy the city at your leisure. Here are some of our favourite things to do in Melbourne:

  • Hop on the iconic vintage City Circle Tram for a ride around Melbourne's most famous streets.
  • Take a tram to St Kilda beach's historic esplanade and drop in to Acland St's irresistible cake shops.
  • Hire bikes, grab a picnic and cycle along the banks of the scenic Yarra River.
  • Get a bird’s eye view of the city from the southern hemisphere’s highest viewing platform at Eureka Tower.
  • Enjoy a bite to eat at Queen Victoria Market - it's the largest market in the Southern Hemisphere.
  • Choose from a dizzying array of restaurants & eateries — you're in Australia's foodie capital!
  • Take a guided walk to explore Melbourne's lanes and arcades
Laneways

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Great Ocean Road Chocolates and Sunset Tour

Depart the city at a civil time of 11;30 am and wind your way along all the main sights far behind the main tourist crowds. You will arrive at the Twelve Apostles in time for the sunset, have your cameras ready for an undisturbed view! Stop in at the Great Ocean Road Chocolatiers for some free samples of their delicious creations, they also boast award-winning Ice Cream so you can start your tour off in proper holiday mode!

Next, you travel to the Port Campbell National Park you will head down to Loch Ard Gorge. As the last rays of the lowering sun are still in the sky you will walk out to the Twelve Apostles. Once the sun has dropped purple clouds glow over the striking vista. Having soaked in the beautiful views you will head back to the bus for our return journey.

Stop for dinner (own expense) in a country town along the way.

12 Apostles

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Fly to Cairns

Fly from Melbourne to Cairns

With its close proximity to the Great Barrier Reef and Daintree Rainforest, Cairns is a haven of scuba diving, snorkelling, reef cruises, fishing, rainforest walks, native bird and wildlife watching.

Sun-seekers and locals alike flock to Cairns Esplanade's swimming lagoon on the city’s foreshore. There are picnic areas, birdwatching viewpoints, free barbecues and fitness equipment along the boardwalk, perfect for unwinding after your flight.

Accommodation: Cairns - 3 Nights

cairns
Accommodation:
Overlooking the Coral Sea, Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns offers rooms with a private balcony and city, mountain or ocean views. It features 3 swimming pools, 2 tennis courts and an award-winning restaurant. Set amongst beautiful tropical gardens, Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns offers a fully equipped fitness centre with an outdoor heated jacuzzi. Free WiFi is available in hotel-style rooms and all public areas.
Rydges Esplanade

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Sail to Green Island and Great Barrier Reef

Enjoy a full day cruise to the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park and the tropical island paradise of Green Island.

Green Island is a fully developed coral island situated only 26 kilometres from Cairns on the Great Barrier Reef. Its protected waters are the perfect location to discover the reef, snorkeling and scuba diving. Ocean Free sails you leisurely to Pinnacle Reef, an exclusive mooring on the eastern lee of Green Island, offering excellent coral coverage and vibrant marine life. Here you can snorkel directly off the boat. Ocean Free is surveyed to carry 52 passengers, but limits its daily guests to just 25 ensuring a truly personalised and unforgettable Great Barrier Reef experience, with maximum comfort and space.

Great Barrior Reef

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Daintree & Cape Tribulation Guided 4WD Day Tour

Explore the stunning canopy of the oldest living rainforest on the planet: the Daintree Rainforest.

Daintree & Cape Tribulation by 4WD

Drive north along the scenic Captain Cook Highway, admiring the Azure waters of the Coral Sea. After Morning Tea, enjoy a guided cruise on the Daintree River: this is nature at its best!

Your experienced guide will take you on a wonderful journey through ancient Daintree rainforest with ample time for photos and questions while you try to spot the rare and unique Southern Cassowary.

After a thrilling 4WD ride to pristine Emmagen Creek, take a refreshing swim in the crystal clear waters of this secret Jewel in the Rainforest. Stroll along the Cape Tribulation Beach to a platform overlooking the mountains and coast where the 'Rainforest meets the Reef'.

Finally, you will cross the Daintree River by cable ferry and begin your homeward journey.

Cairns Daintree Rainforest

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Fly to Brisbane

Brisbane is Queensland's capital city with subtropical weather all year round and a wealth of cultural attractions, world-class arts, and impressive natural wonders. 

After checking in at your centrally located accommodation the rest of the day is free to relax and explore the city.  You might like to stroll along the footpath by the side of the meandering river till you reach the sparkling man-made lagoon for a refreshing swim or a delicious dinner at trendy South Bank.

Accommodation: Brisbane - 3 Nights

Brisbane
This property is located a short distance from attractions such as Brisbane Exhibition Centre. It features a spa centre and a 24-hour front desk. At the hotel, each room has a desk and a flat-screen TV. Rooms are complete with a private bathroom fitted with a shower and free toiletries, while some rooms at Emporium Hotel South Bank also provide guests with a balcony. All rooms have a wardrobe.
Hotel South Bank

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Free day to explore Brisbane at your leisure

A relaxing way to explore Brisbane is to take to the water. The Brisbane River runs right through town and you can take a guided cruise past Brisbane's most iconic sights including the Kangaroo Point Cliffs, the City Centre, and the Story Bridge. Alternatively, stroll the footpath by the side of the meandering river till you reach the sparkling man-made lagoon at Streets Beach for a refreshing swim and delicious lunch options at trendy South Bank.

For urban wanderers, the bustling neighborhood of Fortitude Valley is loved for its alfresco cafés, one-off boutiques, and vibrant live music scene.

Brisbane

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Experience Australia Zoo

A wildlife extravaganza awaits you today at Australia Zoo, made famous by the late Steve Irwin, the ‘Crocodile Hunter’. Witness the renowned Crocoseum Wildlife Warrior show and enjoy lunch before meeting staff at the Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital for a private tour of this leading-edge treatment facility.

Australia Zoo is one of the most highly-regarded wildlife facilities in all of Australia, featuring a huge range of animals, shows and many exhibits that each highlight a different aspect of the animal kingdom, such as the Crocoseum where you'll be able to see crocodiles jumping to be fed, the open-range Africa exhibit, the Tiger Temple and much more  - CRIKEY!

Australia Zoo

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Fly to Sydney

Fly to Sydney and after you check in to your hotel, enjoy some free time to discover Sydney in-depth, at your own pace.

Take a ferry to Manly for a laid-back beach day, or cruise to Taronga Zoo, where both animals and visitors alike can enjoy jaw-dropping harbour views. Adventurers can climb the Sydney Harbour Bridge or tackle the Bondi to Bronte walking trail along the rugged sandstone cliffs.

Foodies will love visiting the Sydney Fish Market, where you can pile your plate high with freshly caught & cooked seafood and take your haul outside to eat on the pier.

Accommodation: Sydney - 4 Nights

Sydney
Accommodation:
With an eye for modern design whilst reflective of the past, the 200 guest suites that make up QT Sydney hotel have been carefully crafted within the historic Gowings and State Theatre buildings. All rooms offer luxurious bedding, a sofa, desk and tea/coffee making facilities. Each includes a spacious bathroom with a walk-in shower and guest toiletries. Some bathrooms also feature a bathtub.
QT Sydney

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Free day to explore Sydney at your leisure

Sydney is a wonderland of beautiful beaches, historical sites, fantastic restaurants, stunning natural attractions and much more, Sydney is brimming with memorable experiences. From the architectural marvel of the Sydney Opera House on one of the world's great natural harbours to iconic Bondi Beach you'll find incredible things to do in Sydney all year round.

Bondi Beach

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Blue Mountains Boutique Day tour

Discover the World Heritage Listed Blue Mountains region on a boutique day tour. Spiriting you away from the usual tourist traps, it's a chance to experience the region from an insider's perspective.

Today's Blue Mountains tour will showcase Australia's unique landscapes, and you'll learn local stories and legends about aboriginal culture. Peaceful bushwalks enhance the experience and let you soak up the Mountains atmosphere.

Visit spectacular lookouts and waterfalls, with a flexible itinerary allowing you to take in a variety of views and walks around the area. In the afternoon you will head down from the mountains for a hands-on Australian native wildlife encounter. This is your chance to feed Kangaroos and have a photo taken with a Koala at Featherdale Wildlife Park!

Return to the city in style with a wonderful river cruise, passing under the Sydney Harbour Bridge before ending at Circular Quay.

Blue Mountains

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Hunter Valley Boutique Wine Tour

Relax, get away from the city, and enjoy some fabulous wine and food in Australia's oldest wine-growing region. Just 2 hours north of Sydney, the Hunter Valley combines world-renowned wines with gourmet local produce and stunning countryside - all the makings for a fabulous, relaxing day. This tour concentrates on the smaller, boutique wineries in this stunning area, where regional variations are even more prominent and the passion of the wine-makers is obvious.

These wineries help bring the wine-making process to life, and you will enjoy private tastings with those for whom wine-making is their greatest passion.

Hunter Valley

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Farewell Sydney

After the most amazing trip, today you will be transferred to Sydney Airport to meet your onward flight. We know you will enjoy your holiday and our promise to you is to make your travels through Australia as hassle-free and hospitable as possible - ensuring that today you leave with a camera full of photos, and huge smiles on your faces when recalling your holiday!

Farewell

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What Danielle says about this tour: The East Coast of Australia has some of the most incredible scenery on offer. Enjoy the tropical north Queensland and have your chance to get out on the water at the Great Barrier Reef. I love the big cities of Sydney and Melbourne and would be hard pressed to choose my favourite.
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