Tour itinerary*
Day 1: Fly to Melbourne
City Tour of Melbourne. Guided Tour of Melbourne Cricket Ground.
Welcome to Melbourne – the most romantic city in Australia. On arrival, our local representative will be waiting at the airport to welcome you and proceed on a city tour of Melbourne, where you can see the Federation Square, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Shrine of Remembrance and Art Center. Enjoy lunch at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, the best known landmark of Melbourne and the Mecca of Australian cricket. (Visit to MCG from inside will not be available during weekends /events /matches. Lunch inside MCG is subject to minimum 15 passengers).
Overnight at the hotel in Melbourne.
Day 2: Day Free
Suggested Excursion: Great Ocean Road with Lunch.
Today, the day is free to explore Melbourne city on your own OR we suggest a full day excursion to the Great Ocean Road. You will be spellbound by the sheer beauty of the Great Ocean Road, which hugs tightly to the coast and stretches along the Southeast coast of Australia between Geelong and Warrnambool. See the world famed ‘Twelve Apostles’. Its origin is about 10 – 20 million years ago when billions of tiny skeletal fragments created limestone formations. They were later exposed to violent seas and winds that carved out these remarkable features. From the most amazing stretch of cliff tops, sandy beaches, lush rainforest, spectacular waterfalls, and arguably, one of the most breathtaking views in Australia. Overnight at the hotel in Melbourne.
Day 3: Fly to Brisbane, Onto Gold Coast
Visit to Sea World.
Today, we check out of the hotel and drive to the airport for our flight to Brisbane. On arrival, we drive to Gold Coast and check into Sea World Resort. Later, we visit Australia’s most spectacular marine theme park, Sea World. Visit Shark Bay in Sea World! Shark Bay comprises of three main zones all allowing for unsurpassed viewing and interaction, including a touch pool, a snorkel and dive lagoon and a shark lagoon housing the world’s most feared sharks.So come and conquer your fears at Sea World’s Shark Bay – the closer you get the more you learn! Visit Sea World’s famous attraction – the Polar Bear shores.
Overnight at the hotel in Gold Coast.
Day 4: Curumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
Visit to Movie World.
Today, we take you to Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary which provides a rare opportunity to see and experience our amazing native wildlife. A place where you can enjoy exciting, interactive displays, presentations and dining experiences. Nestled within 27 hectares of lush eucalypt and rainforest, each day brings visitors face to face with extraordinary wildlife in shows and encounters. Every day at Currumbin is a new adventure. Cuddle a koala, get up close to a crocodile, get amongst a mob of kangaroos or check out reptiles, birds and marsupials in amazing wildlife shows and displays.
Later, we proceed to ‘Movie World’, also called ‘Hollywood on the Gold Coast’. It is a fabulous extension of a fully operational movie studio. From out of this world and beyond the darkness enjoy Batwing Spaceshot, the latest thrill ride attraction. And for the ones who love speed – Superman Escape is an unprecedented Roller Coaster Ride experience which travels 0 – 100 km in just 2 seconds!
Overnight at the hotel in Gold Coast.
Day 5: Visit to Dream World
High Tea at Sky Point Observatory Deck
Today we visit Australia’s favourite family theme park ‘Dreamworld’, home to Tiger Island, Nick Central, The Australian Wildlife. Experience, Wiggles World, Big Brother, FlowRider and some of the tallest, fastest thrill rides in the world, Dreamworld is the ultimate place for family fun.
Later, we visit SkyPoint, situated on Level 77 & Level 78 in the Q1 Building situated in the heart of Surfers Paradise. Enjoy a cup of tea / coffee / soft drink with unparalled and uninterrupted 3600 views over the Gold Coast beaches, hinterland and waterways.
Overnight at the hotel in Gold Coast.
Day 6: Fly to Cairns
Kuranda Rain Forest with Skyrail.
Today, we check out of the hotel and drive to the airport for our flight to Cairns. Welcome to Cairns, a living museum of Australia. On arrival, we proceed to Kuranda, a village in the rainforest on a Skyrail. Gliding just metres above the rainforest canopy in comfortable six-person gondola cabins, the Skyrail journey of 7.5 kms immerses you in an intimate rainforest experience where you’ll see, hear, smell and become part of the tropical rainforest environment. Later, check into your hotel.
Overnight at the hotel in Cairns.
Day 7: Visit the Great Barrier Reef
Today, we take you on a cruise to the Great Barrier Reef, one of the natural wonders of the world. The expanse of 2000 km of Coral Reef, makes it the largest of its kind in the world. See the brilliant colors and fascinating life forms of the World Heritage Great Barrier Reef, as you glide in your Semi-Submersible. You can also try Scuba Diving, Undersea Walk or a Helicopter Ride over the scenic Barrier Reef on your own at an additional charge.
Overnight at the hotel in Cairns.
Day 8: Fly to Sydney
Sydney Show Boat Cruise.
Today, we drive to the airport for our flight to Sydney. On arrival we check into the hotel (check in time is after 1400 hrs). In the evening get ready for a unique attraction the Sydney Show Boat Cruise. Revel in the carnival atmosphere of Sydney Showboats’ unique live entertainment extravaganza a vibrant, fast-paced cabaret show reflecting the grandeur, of the original performance genre that began in the sidewalk cafes of 19th century France. Enjoy a veg / non-veg Indian dinner on board along with a spectacular cabaret show by the Sydney Show Boat Follies.
Overnight at the hotel in Sydney.
Day 9: City Tour of Sydney
Visit Opera House from Inside, Sydney Tower, Sydney Wildlife World, Sydney Aquarium, Madame Tussauds.
Today, we take you on a city tour of Sydney. We start our day with a guided tour of the world famous, uniquely designed Opera House. See inside the world’s most recognizable sails. The Opera house is an architectural masterpiece. Later, we drive to see the Harbour Bridge, the Rocks, Mrs. Macquarie’s Chair and Hyde Park. We stop at Darling Harbour, one of Australia’s major attractions. Visit the famous Sydney Tower, Sydney Wild Life World and Sydney Aquarium. We take you to visit the newest attraction in Sydney the Madame Tussauds. Experience a unique line-up of celebrities already featured at Madame Tussauds Sydney including Captain Cook, Sir Donald Bradman, Albert Einstein, Nicole Kidman, Hugh Jackman, Johnny Depp, Lady Gaga and Amitabh Bachchan.
Overnight at the hotel in Sydney.
Day 10: Return Home with Wonderful Memories
Today, after breakfast your ‘Wonders of Australia’ tour ends as you check out of the hotel. Its time to say goodbye to all the new friends you have made. We would like you to spare a few minutes of your time to write and tell us how you enjoyed your tour and any suggestions
you may have for the future.
NOTE: This is a sample itinerary. The actual itinerary may differ from the one mentioned above.