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Basic and Short Tour Itineraries Printer friendly version
Fri 27Jun 2230~ Departure Day.
Leave Los Angeles LAX Tom Bradley International Airport, on QANTAS AIRWAYS QF/12, Boeing 747-400, non-stop! Late night dinner and breakfast served aloft. Flying time 14hrs35min.Sat 28Jun ~ Crossing the International Dateline - loose one day.
Sun 29Jun 0605 ~ Arrive SYDNEY, Australia Kingsford Smith International Terminal 1.
On Arrival in Sydney, Meet&Greet by our Australian local hosts and transfer to yourHOLIDAY INN OLD SYDNEY
a fine 41/2-star hotel located in the historic Rocks area. Roof-top swimming pool with view of the famous Harbour Bridge and the Opera House. Rooms ready for occupancy on arrival in the early morning.1400 Afternoon short Sydney introductory sightseeing featuring the lively Kings Cross, Bondi Beach, past the Opera House, Hyde Park and the Royal Cruising Yacht Club.
Dinner on own.
Mon 30Jun ~ In Sydney.
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Morning Sydney Bridge Climb - something everyone wants to experience! Guided slow catwalk to the pylon and then across the arch on your way to the summit for a spectacular 360 degree view of one of the greatest harbors. http://www.bridgeclimb.com
Afternoon at leisure.
Late afternoon Happy Hour hosted by Kathy Loper.
Tue 01Jul ~ In Sydney.
Breakfast at the hotel.Optional choice of two Day Tours:
NOTE: Must decide which tour at time of tour booking.
Blue Mountains Tour:Enjoy the wildlife and scenery of the spectacular Blue Mountains including a 3-hour self-guided bushwalking time. Chance to see kangaroos in the wild plus parrots and kookaburras. Visit Leura Village and the famous 3 Sisters rock formation. Includes country-style lunch.Return past Sydney's Olympic Stadium to your hotel. |
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Australia's oldest wine producing district. Visit historic Wollombi and the old tavern, McWilliams Mount Pleasant Winery for wine tasting and a fine lunch complimented by fine Australian wines.
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Wed 02Jul ~ Sydney.
Breakfast at the hotel.Morning at leisure.
Afternoon Sydney Harbour Cruise.
Thu 03Jul ~ Sydney - Gold Coast.
Breakfast at the hotel.Transfer to airport.
1535 Leave Sydney Domestic Qantas Terminal 3 on QANTAS AIRWAYS QF/830, Boeing 737-800, non-stop. Flying time 1hr20min.
1655 Arrive Coolangatta, GOLD COAST.
Transfer to your
HOLIDAY INN SURFERS PARADISE
a 4-star resort only 100 meters from the famous Surfers Paradise Beach.Afternoon at leisure.
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Fri 04Jul ~ On Gold Coast
Breakfast at the Resort.Morning Whale Watching boat trip along the Gold Coast.
Balance of day at leisure to get acquainted with the area. Visit the Sports and Leisure Expo. Pick up the Race/Bib Packet.
1800 "4th of July" Happy Hour hosted by Kathy Loper.
Sat 05Jul ~ On Gold Coast.
Breakfast at the resort.Day at leisure. Join an organized morning beach walk.
Pasta Loading Lunch at Surfers Paradise Hotel.
Sun 06Jul ~ RACE DAY!
Early morning starts for the Marathon, Half and 10K along the beautiful beaches of the Gold Coast. Championship timing. Chip provided. Frequent shuttle bus service provided to/from Race Start/Finish. There are refreshment stations located every 5K, plus additional water stations in between. Distances marked in kilometers. All finishers receive a Finisher's Medal, Finisher's T-shirt, Downloadable Finisher's Certificate.See the event on: http://www.goldcoastmarathon.com.au
Balance of day at leisure.
Evening Happy Hour hosted by Kathy Loper Events. Reflect on the accomplishments of the day!
Mon 07Jul
Continue with Basic Tour ... or return to USA with Short Tour
Basic Tour ~ Gold Coast - Brisbane - Cairns.
0645 Leave Gold Coast by motorcoach up the coast to Brisbane to visit the Australia Zoo, home of the late Crocodile Hunter Steve Irwin. 1100 Early lunch included. Transfer to the airport. 1455 Leave Brisbane (Domestic Terminal) on QANTAS AIRWAYS QF/784, Boeing 737-800, non-stop. Flying time 2hrs25min. 1750 Arrive CAIRNS (Domestic Terminal), Great Barrier Reef. Transfer to your PACIFIC INTERNATIONAL HOTELa 41/2-star hotel in central location. |
Short Tour ~ Gold Coast - Sydney – USA.Breakfast at the hotel.0820 Leave Gold Coast on QANTAS AIRWAYS QF/5403 (operated by Jetstar Airways), Boeing 737-700, non-stop. Flying time 1hr20min. 0940 Arrive Sydney Kingsford Smith Domestic Airport (change terminals and planes). 1320 Leave Sydney’s Kingsford Smith International, Terminal “1” on QANTAS AIRWAYS QF/11, Boeing 747-400, Lunch and breakfast served aloft, non-stop! Flying time 13hrs25min. Cross the International Dateline - gain one calendar day. Mon 07Jul 0945 Arrive Los Angeles
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Tue 08Jul ~ In Cairns.
Breakfast at the hotel.0800 Full day Michaelmas Cay Cruise including lunch.
Visit the picturesque reefs and island surrounded by magical coral gardens teaming with an incredible diversity of marine life. The Cay is a protected seabird sanctuary playing host to over 20,000 migratory seabirds. Snorkeling equipment on cruise provided. Optional opportunity for Introductory Dive. Two-Dive Option for certified divers (must bring PADI certificate).
For Reef Area info see: www.divethereef.com.
Wed 09Jul ~ In Cairns.
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0745 Day excursion to Kuranda, starting with the Kuranda Scenic Railway as it winds its way through 15 tunnels and over 40 bridges up the hill to Kuranda. Visit the koala and wildlife park at Rainforestation and see crocodiles, snakes, wombats and turtles. Hand feed the friendly Grey Kangaroos or have your photo taken with a koala (extra cost). Join the amphibious Army Duck for a journey deep into the rainforest on land and water. On the Dreamtime Walk see spear throwing, didgeridoo playing and try your hand at boomerang throwing. Lunch included.
In the afternoon take the Skyrail back down to Cairns and your hotel.
Thu 10Jul ~ In Cairns.
Breakfast at the hotel. Day at leisure.Optional Tully River Rafting trip: Early morning 2-hour drive by motorcoach to Tully. The Tully River is Australia's most famous one-day white water rafting experience boasting Grade 4 rapids...All safety equipment is provided. Riverside BBQ lunch included. Return to Cairns in the late afternoon.
Fri 11Jul ~ Cairns - Ayers Rock.
Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to the airport.0945 Leave Cairns on QANTAS AIRWAYS QF/989, Boeing 737-800, non-stop. Flying time 2hrs55min.
1210 Arrive AYERS ROCK.
Transfer to your
DESERT GARDENS HOTEL
a 4-star hotel in central location with swimming pool and its own lookouts to the surrounding desert.Afternoon at leisure.
Evening "Sounds of Silence Dinner" tour, an award-winning dining experience under the stars. Includes transfers, canapés, gourmet barbecue buffet, scrumptious dessert, beer, wine, tea, coffee, port, star talk and star gazing.
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Sat 12Jul ~ Ayers Rock - Sydney.
0630 Leave the hotel for Ayers Rock "sunrise viewing" including box breakfast. A spectacular sight! Followed by a guided walk at the Mutitjulu Waterhole pointing out the natural features of the landscape, Aboriginal rock paintings and traditional Aboriginal stories relating to this very special place. Travel by motorcoach all around the base of Ayers Rock before ending up the airport.1340 Leave Ayers Rock on QANTAS AIRWAYS QF/729, Boeing 737-800, non-stop. Flying time 2hrs50min.
1700 Arrive SYDNEY Domestic Qantas Terminal 3.
Transfer to your
HOLIDAY INN SYDNEY AIRPORT
a 4-star hotel minutes away from the airport terminals. www.holidayinn.com then type in Sydney.1900 Farewell Drink hosted by K&K.
Dinner on own.
Sun 13Jul ~ Sydney - USA.
Breakfast at the hotel.Option 1...return to USA:
Transfer to the nearby Departure Terminal.
1020 Leave Sydney on QANTAS AIRWAYS QF/107, Boeing 747-400, Lunch and breakfast served aloft, non-stop! Flying time 13hrs20min.
Cross the International Dateline - gain one calendar day.
Sun 13Jul 0640 ~ Arrive Los Angeles LAX Tom Bradley International Airport.
Option 2...go to Fiji:
Fiji Optional 4-Day Extension
Sun 13Jul ~ Sydney - Fiji.
0400 Transfer to the nearby Departure Terminal.0700 Leave Sydney's Kingsford International Terminal 1 on QANTAS AIRWAYS QF/345 (operated by Air Pacific), Boeing 737-800, breakfast served, non-stop. 3hrs50min.
1250 Arrive Nandi, Fiji.
Meet&Greet and transfer to your
WESTIN DENARAU ISLAND RESORT & SPA
a magnificent 4-star beach resort with large pool, sunset bar and several fine restaurants. Ocean View Rooms.1730 Welcome Drink by Pool Bar to watch the sunset.
Mon 14Jul ~ In Fiji.
Breakfast at the resort. Day at leisure.Relax or take one of the many optional day excursions on the island. Great Dive, Snorkel and Surf opportunities.
Tue 15Jul ~ In Fiji.
Breakfast at the resort.
0830 Transfer to the nearby Denarau Pier. 0900 Leave Nandi by express boat. 1050 Arrive CASTAWAY ISLAND RESORTFiji's most popular island resort on a lush exclusive island.Delicious buffet lunch at the resort. Afternoon swimming and snorkeling from the resort. Exclusive Island Bure reserved for changing of clothes. 1600 Travel by Seaplane from the Castaway Resort by 10-minute flight directly back to your... WESTIN DENARAU ISLAND RESORT & SPA |
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Wed 16Jul ~ In Fiji.
Breakfast at the resort. Day at leisure.Consider one of the many optional day excursions on the island.
1800 Farewell Drink by the pool.
Thu 17Jul ~ Fiji - USA.
Breakfast at the resort.Day at leisure.
1800 especially arranged late hotel check-out.
1910 Transfer to the airport.
Special Rosie VIP Departure Lounge & Spa...includes refreshments and a 15-minute neck & shoulder massage.
2200 Leave Nandi on AIR PACIFIC FJ/810, Boeing 747-400, late evening snack and breakfast served aloft. Non-stop. Flying time 10hrs20min.
Cross the International Dateline - gain one calendar day.