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15-Day Downunder
Down Under Escorted Fully Escorted, Fully Inclusive, Sydney, Cairns, Melbourne, Uluru (Ayers Rock), Alice Springs.
  • Travel in style and comfort aboard the luxurious Ghan Railway, journeying across Australia's Red Centre desert
  • Enjoy a full day cruise to the Great Barrier Reef

    What's Included

    Sightseeing Highlights - Australia

  • Cruise the Great Barrier Reef
  • Tour Adelaide and visit the National Wine Centre
  • Sightseeing tour of Melbourne
  • Ride the Skyrail Cableway above the rain forest
  • Guided tour of Sydney and its famous Opera Housee
  • City sights tour of tropical Cairns

    Outstanding Places to Stayy

  • Stay Sails in the Desert, Uluru (Ayers Rock)
  • Two nights at the Hotel Sofitel Melbourne
  • Three Night at Cairns Shangri La, The Marina.
  • All hotel porterage and tipping included

    Finest Dining - Includes 24 Meals

  • 14 hot breakfasts (B); 3 lunches (L)
  • 2 dinners, Freedom of Choice DiningTM
  • 5 Feature Meals; 1 Feature Lunch (FL), 4 Feature Dinners (FD)
  • Restaurant tipping included

    Feature Benefits

  • Tour prices include all touring as listed plus all air within Australia and New Zealand
  • Friendly and professional Tour Director and Driver/Guide at your service
  • Luxury motorcoaches featuring large panoramic windows, reclining seats with foot rests and restroom
  • Cultural Touring Experiences
  • Free travel kit including stylish travel bag

    Add a 3 Day Fiji Stopover

  • Day 1. Arrive Nadi, Fiji. Transfer to the Outrigger on the Lagoon, a 5,star resort on the Coral Coast, surrounded by 40 acres of tropical gardens. The remainder of day is a leisure to relax and explore this tropical paradise of sea and sun.
  • Day 2. Coral Coast, Fiji. Whether you wish to explore the island or simply relax, your local island host will be on hand to give advice and offer recommendations.
  • Day 3. Depart Nadi, Fiji. A morning departure to the airport for your flight to join the tour.
  • The luxury Outrigger on the Lagoon is a 5,star resort on Fiji's famous Coral Coast. Your air conditioned room features a private lanai and the inviting freshwater pool is just a short stroll from your room.
  • This package is only available when departing two days earlier on the southbound flight from Los Angeles and you must fly international sectors with Qantas.

    Tour highlights located on the right.
    Note: Tour does not include international airfare, which is sold separately.

  • Call (954) 748-6881 for more information or to book today! Mention code 6724991
    Tour OperatorCeltic Tours
    Duration
    15 Days
    Escorted
    Escorted - Yes
    Itinerary
    DayDestinationDescription
    Day 1Depart USAMon. Los Angeles. : This evening board your flight bound for Australia.

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    Day 2In FlightTue. In Flight. : Cross the international dateline and 'lose' a day.
    Day 3SydneyWed. Sydney. : Your Tour Director will meet you on arrival, of our selected flights, in Sydney. After an early check in, relax or step out to explore. Join fellow travelers this evening for our Welcome Dinner.
    Three Night Stay: Sydney, Sydney Harbour Marriott Hotel.
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    Day 4SydneyThur. City Sights Tour, Sydney Harbour Cruise, Opera House Tour. : Today join a Sydney sightseeing tour including a visit to a wildlife park. Join a luncheon cruise on Sydney Harbour before touring Kings Cross, the historic Rocks area and famous Bondi Beach. Join a guided tour of the famous Sydney Opera House.

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    Day 5SydneyFri. At Leisure in Sydney. : Relax and enjoy cosmopolitan Sydney at your own pace today. Perhaps join an optional sightseeing tour of the Hunter Valley, internationally known for its wines, or visit the stunning Blue Mountains to see the Three Sisters rock formation (own expense). You might like to stroll the Rocks area, which features a variety of souvenir and craft shops. Head to Oxford Street, Pitt Street Mall and discover the city's fabulous shopping precincts.

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    Day 6CairnsSat. Sydney, Cairns, Tjapukai Aboriginal Dinner and Show. : Fly to Cairns. Enjoy a tour of this tropical city. Tonight experience the Tjapukai Dinner and Show. Showcasing the culture of the rain forest people, the show is a theatrical interpretation of Aboriginal culture from the beginning of time into the future and is followed by a sumptuous buffet dinner that features local produce and Australian wine.
    Three Night Stay: Cairns, Shangri La, The Marina.
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    Day 7Barrier Reef CruiseSun. Barrier Reef Cruise. : Enjoy a guided cruise to the Great Barrier Reef. At Agincourt Reef, a magnificent ribbon reef, see coral aboard the semi sub., or swim and snorkel. It's up to you how you choose to explore these clear waters with their tropical fish, colorful coral and other marine life. Visit the underwater observatory. Enjoy a tropical lunch.

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    Day 8CairnsMon. Skyrail, Kuranda, Cairns. : Today ride the Skyrail Cableway, gliding over the lush World Heritage listed rain forest canopy to Kuranda. Later, take in the spectacular scenery as you travel aboard the Kuranda Scenic Railway back down the mountain range, past cascading waterfalls to Cairns.

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    Day 9Ayers RockTue. Cairns, Uluru Kata Tjuta National Park, Sounds of Silence Dinner. : This morning explore Cairns for yourself, perhaps wander down to the Marlin Marina or explore the shops. Join a flight to Uluru (Ayers Rock), visit Kata Tjuta (Olgas) and walk to Walpa (Olga) Gorge. Tonight enjoy the unique experience of dining in the desert at the 'Sounds of Silence' dinner. Savor this gourmet dining experience under the stars, followed by a guided tour of the Outback night sky.
    Stay: Ayers Rock Resort's premier hotel, Sails in the Desert.
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    Day 10Alice SpringsWed. Uluru Base Tour, Alice Springs. : Tour the base of Uluru, viewing ancient caves and Aboriginal rock art. Walk to Mutitjulu waterhole and hear of the ancient Aboriginal legends of the region. At the Maruku Arts and Crafts Gallery, see Aboriginal artists at work. There is also the chance to purchase original artworks from the artists. En route to Alice Springs, pass vast cattle stations.
    Stay: Alice Springs, Alice Springs Resort.
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    Day 11Alice SpringsThur. Alice Springs Tour, The Ghan Train. : Tour Alice Springs, visiting the famous Royal Flying Doctor Base and Anzac Hill. Then board The Ghan and begin one of the world's great train journeys through the Outback.
    Stay: The Ghan, one of the world's great train journeys.
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    Day 12AdelaideFri. Adelaide.:Arrive in Adelaide this afternoon aboard The Ghan. Visit the National Wine Centre. This tour and educational tasting will give an insight into the Barossa wine region and the Australian wine industry.
    Stay: Adelaide, Sebel Playford.
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    Day 13MelbourneSat. Melbourne Tour, Colonial Tramcar Dinner.:Fly to Melbourne. On a sightseeing tour of the city, visit Victoria Market, Parliament House and take a stroll through the Fitzroy Gardens. This evening enjoy dinner aboard the Colonial Tramcar Restaurant. Dine as the tramcar winds its way through the streets of Melbourne.
    Two Night Stay: Melbourne, Hotel Sofitel.
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    Day 14MelbourneSun. At Leisure in Melbourne.:Bx11
    Day 15Return HomeMon. Melbourne, Los Angeles.:Board your flight home.

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    Dates/Pricing
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     Land Only Cost pp starting at...$4,715.00 (USD)Quote
     
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