Duration 9 Nights / 10 Days
Places to Visit: Melbourne (3N) - Cairns (2N) - Gold Coast (2N) - Sydney (2N)
Tour Itinerary
Day-01
Arrive in Melbourne.
On arrival at Melbourne airport, you will be greeted by SOTC Tour Manager/ Local Representative outside the baggage hall. Proceed to the hotel and check in. Standard Check in time-1500 hours.
Overnight in Melbourne. (D)
Day-02
Orientation tour of Melbourne - Visit Philip Island for Penguin Parade.
Today, proceed for an orientation tour of Melbourne: Visit Fitzroy Garden, photo stop of Captain James Cook Cottage, Photo stop at Shrine of Remembrance and St Patrick’s Cathedral. Next, proceed for a photo-stop at Brighton Bathing boxes at Dendy street beach. Later, proceed towards Philip Island for Penguin Parade - Watch the penguins waddle back to their nest after sunset.
Overnight in Melbourne. (B, L, D)
Day-03
Great Ocean Road Day Trip!
Today, proceed to Great Ocean Road, Drive along the coastline of Port Campbell National Park. The coastline with its twisted shapes and rock formations and see the famous '12 Apostles' - huge stone pillars rising from the surf, see the Loch Ard Gorge.
Overnight in Melbourne. (B, LL, D)
Day-04
Flight to Cairns. - Visit Kuranda - Heritage Rainforest
Today, drive to the airport for your flight to Cairns. On arrival, proceed to Kuranda – a World Heritage Rainforest. Experience one-way Skyrail journey, enjoy the panoramic view of the Cairns tropical region and the Coral Sea. Later drive to the hotel and check in.
Overnight at Cairns. (PB, L, D)
Note: Kuranda Skyrail Will be replaced with Army Duck tour/ Kuranda Scenic Railway when Skyrail is under maintenance.
Day-05
Great Barrier Reef - the only living structure visible from the space.
Today, proceed to board the cruise for Green Island. Once at Green Island explore the reef from a Semi-Submersible and also from Glass bottom boat that will take you to an underwater world that has a kaleidoscope of colours. Return back to the hotel.
Overnight in Cairns. (B, LL, D)
Day-06
Flight to Brisbane - Orientation tour of Brisbane - onto Gold Coast
Today, proceed to the airport for your flight to Brisbane. Later, do the orientation tour of Brisbane covering Town Hall, photo stop at Brisbane Sign. Later, proceed to Gold Coast – Australia entertainment capital.
Overnight in Gold Coast. (B, L, D)
Day-07
Jet Boat Ride - Dream world
Today, experience the Jet Boat ride, high speed action featuring 360° spins. Later, proceed to Dream World – Australia’s major theme park, located on the Gold Coast which includes thrill rides, wildlife and attractions for all ages.
Overnight in Gold Coast. (B, LL, D)
Day-08
Flight to Sydney - Guided tour of Sydney Cricket Ground - Bondi Beach
Today, proceed to the airport for your flight to Sydney. Next, proceed for the guided tour of Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney's home of sport where sporting heroes play cricket, admire trophies, and learn all about its colorful history. Later drive to Bondi Beach for a photo stop.
Overnight in Sydney. (B, L, D)
Day-09
Guided tour of Sydney Opera house - Visit Sydney Tower - Orientation Tour of Sydney, visit Sydney Wildlife, SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium
Today, proceed for an orientation tour of Sydney: drive pass the Rocks area, Hyde Park, and take a photo stop at Mrs. Macquarie’s Chair. Later proceed for a guided tour of the Australian landmark – the Sydney Opera House. Next, visit Sydney Wildlife which houses kangaroos, echidnas, a quokka and koalas. Later visit SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium- it features a large variety of Australian aquatic life, displaying more than 700 species. Next visit Sydney Tower for the view of the city.
Overnight in Sydney. (B, L, D)
Day-10
Depart from Sydney
Today proceed to Sydney airport your tour of Australia ends with pleasant memories. (PB)
Important Note:
The routing of the itinerary may change as per flight & hotel availability
Please DO NOT issue any tickets without confirming with the team
Joining Direct (JD) pax does not have any flights included i.e. domestic, International and internal
Maximum number of occupants in a hotel room is 3 guests.
Standard Hotel check-in time will be 1500 hours and check out at 1000 hrs.