Australian Express - About this Tour

Tour Details | Departure Dates and Pricing

Details

• Duration (with arrival/departure): 11
• Tour Style: Discovery Tours
• Destinations: Sydney, Canberra, Beechworth, Melbourne

Itinerary

• Day 1 & 2 - Depart USA Fly over the international date line to Sydney, Australia.



• Day 3 - Arrive Sydney (3 nights) On arrival in Sydney you will be transferred to your hotel. Time at leisure to explore this beautiful city.
  
  Hotel: Four Points by Sheraton, Darling Harbour (Crowne Plaza until Mar 31 '07)(3 nights)



• Day 4 - Sydney sightseeing Our sightseeing tour includes views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House. During the day we enjoy a luncheon luxury cruise on Sydney Harbour. (Buffet Breakfast / Highlight Lunch)
  
  



• Day 5 - Blue Mountains Enjoy a visit to Featherdale Wildlife Park en route to the Blue Mountains. Stop at Echo Point to view the Three Sisters. Take an optional ride on the Scenic Railway, before returning to Sydney. (Buffet Breakfast)
  
  



• Day 6 - Sydney - Canberra We stop for a barbecue lunch at a working sheep station en route to Australia's capital, Canberra. Here, we are taken on a guided tour through Parliament House and visit the War Memorial. Later, we enjoy a welcome drink with our Tour Director. (Buffet Breakfast / Lunch / Highlight Dinner)
  
  Hotel: Rydges Lakeside, Canberra



• Day 7 - Canberra - Beechworth Today's journey takes us via Cooma to Kosciuszko National Park. From here it's on to picturesque Therdbo Village before we continue to Beechworth. This evening, you'll stay in a renowned Bed and Breakfast property. (Buffet Breakfast)
  
  Hotel: Bed & Breakfast, Beechworth



• Day 8 - Beechworth - Melbourne (3 nights) This morning enjoy a short guided tour of Beechworth, before departing for Rutherglen. Visit the Rutherglen Wine Experience Centre, for wine tastings and lunch. On through 'Ned Kelly' country to Melbourne arriving late afternoon. (Buffet Breakfast / Lunch)
  
  Hotel: Stamford Plaza (3 nights)



• Day 9 - City Sights - Penguin Parade A morning sightseeing tour of Melbourne includes the Botanic Gardens, Shrine of Remembrance and much more. Later, travel to Phillip Island and witness the famous Penguin Parade. Finally, return to your Melbourne hotel late evening. (Buffet Breakfast)
  
  



• Day 10 - Great Ocean Road Today's drive takes us to Geelong, before joining the Great Ocean Road to Port Campbell National Park. See the seaside resorts of Lorne and Apollo Bay, the awesome Twelve Apostles, London Bridge's remains and the Loch Ard Gorge Shipwreck site. A late return to Melbourne along the Princes Highway. (Breakfast Breakfast)
  



• Day 11 - Melbourne - USA This morning after breakfast, you will be transferred to Melbourne Airport for your return flight home.
  (Buffet Breakfast)


Depart USAArrive Sydney Sydney sightseeingBlue MountainsSydney - CanberraCanberra - BeechworthBeechworth - Melbourne City Sights - Penguin ParadeGreat Ocean RoadMelbourne - USA

Whats Included

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Sightseeing Highlights

• Sydney Sightseeing including the Harbour Bridge, Opera House, and Darling Harbour. Plus a luncheon cruise on beautiful Sydney Harbour.
• Blue Mountains Visit these spectacular mountains.
• Featherdale Wildlife Park See kangaroos, koalas and much more at this fantastic Wildlife Park.
• Sheep Station See a sheep shearing demonstration.
• Canberra Enjoy a tour of Parliament House and more.
• Beechworth Stay in this historical township.
• Rutherglen Enjoy tastings of local wines with lunch.
• Melbourne Tour of the city sights. See the famous Penguin Parade on Phillip Island.
• Great Ocean Road Enjoy spectacular, breathtaking scenery.

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Dining Highlights

• A welcome drink with your Tour Director in Canberra.
• 8 Buffet Breakfasts
• 1 lunch while cruising Sydney Harbour
• 1 barbecue lunch at a working sheep station
• 1 three-course dinner
• 1 lunch
12 included meals in total (see day by day itinerary)

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First Class Travel Highlights

• You will have the services of one of Trafalgar's professional Tour Directors on tour.
• You will be traveling on a independent basis and will join scheduled day tours with a qualified local driver / guide.
• Airport transfers will be provided in Sydney & Melbourne, only for passengers who have booked their flights on a Trafalgar recommended airline and advised Trafalgar of their flight details.
• You'll stay in twin-bedded rooms with private facilities.
• All hotel service charges, tips and local taxes are included.
• A stylish travel bag and wallet containing tour documents and helpful information.

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Airport Transfers
Transfers will be provided for passengers who have booked their flights on a Trafalgar recommended airline (booked by Trafalgar) or advised trafalgar of their flight details.

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Mix & Match
Combine this tour with our Rainforest & Reef. It's a perfect match and you'll save time.

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A_M1 - MELBOURNE: THE COLONIAL TRAMCAR RESTAURANT Dine and see the sights of Melbourne aboard the famous fleet of historical trams that have become the Colonial Tramcar Restaurant. Included in your fare is a three course meal (late dinner consists of a 5 course meal), full bar service - including wine, beer, spirits and liquer with dessert. This is truly a unique experience that should not be missed. Transfers not included. (Please Note:- Prices are valid to August 2006)
Early Dinner 66.00; Late Dinner Sun - Thu 93.50: Late Dinner Fri - Sat 104.50

A_S7 - SYDNEY. NICK'S BAR & GRILL AT KING STREET WHARF Nick's Bar & Grill is located just north of the Aquarium at Darling Harbour, offering alfresco dining at its finest, mixed with spectacular waterfront vistas. Serving up the succulent seafood for which Nick's is renowned. An open display kitchen incorporates an impressive showcase of fresh produce allowing diners to delight in the theatre of chefs cooking over the grills, while still enjoying the sight if charter boats and cruise liners docking on the sparkling harbour. (Please Note:- Prices are valid to August 2006)
80 (AUD)