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Take a journey on the Australian East Coast this holiday season and experience the best that the area has to offer. From luxury hotels to breathtaking sites and amazing tours it has it all. This 12 day tour will take you to Melbourne, Cairns and finally Sydney for the world renowned New Years fireworks in Sydney harbour.
Itinerary:
21st December: Arrive in Melbourne
Transfer to Crown Towers for 3 nights in an Executive Suite with Crystal Club access. In this private world, you wil enjoy personalised check-in with uncompromising services of the exclusive Crystal Club lounge including breakfast, afternoon tea and evening pre-dinner drinks and canapés with Dinner included in the Hotel restaurant. The discreet location, combined with golden timber panelling, limestone floors, specially woven carpets, complimentary wireless internet access and attentive, personalised service results in a warm, inviting sanctuary.
Spend the rest of this day at your leisure, either exploring the city or relaxing in the luxurious comfort of your accommodation or the neighbouring Crown Casino & Entertainment Complex.
22nd December: Exploring Melbourne
This afternoon join a guided city tour around the wonderful Victorian capital. Than later in the evening take a Tramcar Dinner Tour from 5:45 to 7:15 (later sessions available).
23rd December: Phillip Island Tours
This afternoon join a guided tour of Phillip Island and get up close to Australia’s famous wildlife. You’ll visit the township of Cowes and the seaside, go past the Moto GP track, visit the west most point at the Nobbies, see the seal rocks, the Chicory kilns around the Island and the famous Penguin Parade and Warrook Cattle Farm and the Koala Conservation Center if time allows.
24th December, Melbourne to Cairns
Transfer to 3 nights at The Shangri-la, Cairns in an executive suite with horizon club access. Spend you day lounging on the beach or exploring the local area, experiencing the rich local heritage and indigenous culture.
On the night of your arrival you can take an optional tour of Cairns Night Zoo.
25th December, Barrier Reef Tour
Fly and cruise the Great Barrier Reef, one of the seven wonders of the world. You’ll join a scenic helicopter tour from Cairns over the stunning Great Barrier Reef, then cruise, snorkel and dive the reef. You’ll have unforgettable aerial views of the Great Barrier Reef’s coral and marine life, and enjoy lunch on the water.
Includes:
- Scenic helicopter flight
- Snorkel gear included
- Lunch included
26th December, Rail, Sky and Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park
Experience the rainforest beauty of Far North Queensland on a scenic day trip from Cairns. Ride the historic Kuranda Scenic Railway then return on the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway for an optional tour to Tjupakai Aboriginal Cultural Park in Cairns. Learn about Tropical North Queensland’s pioneering history on a leisurely train journey to Kuranda ‘the village in the rainforest’. Relax and enjoy the beautiful scenery as you wind your way through the rainforest. A short photo stop is made at Barron Gorge and as you cross Stoney Creek Bridge, before arriving in Kuranda. At the stop in Kuranda you will have lunch at a guide recommended restaurant. Then enjoy the tranquility of the rainforest as you soar above the canopy aboard the Skyrail back to Cairns.
In Cairns you have the option to experience an evening of Indigenous culture at Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park. Tjapukai means rainforest and on this engaging cultural tour you’ll hear the story of the Tjapukai people, watch theatrical performances, join in interactive activities and learn the traditonal customs of the rainforest and its people. The Aboriginal Cultural Tjapukai tour includes a drink on arrival, Welcome Ceremony, Lakeside Ceremony, dance show, international buffet dinner, dessert, tea and coffee. It’s an experience that will leave you with deep and lasting memory of Australia’s traditional people and culture.
27th December, Cairns to Sydney
Transfer to Sydney for 5 nights at Sheraton On The Park in an Executive Suite. Upon arrival take the afternoon at leisure or walk around Sydney Opera house and enjoy the summer breeze over the Harbour. Or head to the Rocks for dinner, with numerous restaurants of highest standard that will suit anyone’s tastes. Or simply go shopping around the City for the great post Christmas sale season.
28th December, Sydney
Today take a private guided tour of the Eastern Suburbs plus a Seaplane trip 30 minute trip each way to Cottage Point for lunch (meal costs not included). Have a fantastic view over Sydney, its harbour, beaches and beautiful landscape. Then during the evening you have the option to visit the Sydney Aquarium and have dinner at one of the many brilliant restaurants on Darling Harbour.
29th December, Sydney
This morning go behind-the-scenes at Taronga Zoo for an interactive and close up encounter with Australian wildlife. Feed a wallaby and take photos with a koala during this intimate small group tour which has a maximum of only eight participants. Led by an experienced zookeeper, you’ll learn interesting facts about Australian animals as you meet them face-to-face at Sydney Taronga Zoo.
Alternative, go for a guided shopping tour in Sydney, during the biggest Sale season in Sydney.
Afterwards experience High Tea at the Sydney Opera House. Enjoy views of Sydney’s skyline, the Royal Botanic Gardens and of course, the famous harbor, as you enjoy an afternoon in Sydney in style. The highlight of the afternoon is a private performance by an acclaimed opera singer who will entertain you and other guests while you sample a sophisticated High Tea created by three-star Michelin-trained French Chef, Guillaume Brahimi.
30th December, Sydney
Spend today relaxing and exploring the city at your own leisure. Maybe do some last minute shopping to prepare for the festivities of the next day.
31st December, Sydney
Day at leisure or sun bath/swim/surf at the famous Bondi Beach, relaxing in the sand and prepare for the big night to celebrate the beginning of 2012.
Sydney Harbour is possibly the best place in the world to farewell the old year and usher in the new. Each year, the balmy summer celebrations on the harbour brings out hoards of party goers looking to get the perfect view of the spectacular fireworks that have made Sydney world-renown for its end of year celebrations. But if you really want the best New Years’ experience, you need to be on the water because that’s where the real party is. Avoid the crowds along the foreshore and indulge in a luxury dinner cruise. Dress up for the occasion and enjoy the comfort of these luxurious vessels as you celebrate the New Year in style. Board your spectacular NYE cruise this evening at about 6.30pm, experience world’s best firework till 12.30am. You will be up close to the annual amazing firework display for both the 9pm and 12am shows.
You have two boat options on the night. A formal dinner or party boat!
Dining Cruises:
Sydney Showboats and Majestic Cruises purpose built vessels were specifically built for quality dining and entertaining on Sydney Harbour. Forget any other boat that you have previously been on, because these beauties will definitely impress you with their comfortable relaxed dining rooms boasting high ceilings and uninterrupted views. All guests are allocated reserved seating for the duration of the cruise so feel free to come and go as you please, your seat will always be there. Your NYE celebration is all taken care of with these all inclusive dinner cruise packages – dinner, drinks, entertainment, fireworks, and the lot.
Party Cruises:
For those looking to dance their way into the New Year, look no further. These fabulous party cruises will ensure that you really bring in the New Year with a bang. Hop onboard for a fun filled night and get set for an awesome NYE countdown that will light up the Harbour Bridge and see the night sky erupt into a dazzling fireworks display. Whether in the air conditioned comfort of the inside cabins or on the outside decks, you will experience the magic of Sydney Harbour on this momentous night. All our boats are part of the exclusive harbour of light parade so enjoy the views.
New Year’s Eve at Opera House
Experience the grandest Sydney tradition of all this New Year’s Eve with divine music and exquisite singing against a backdrop of sparkling harbour views under the sails of the Sydney Opera House.
The Opera Gala at the Sydney Opera House on New Year’s Eve is the perfect way to celebrate the arrival of 2012 in true operatic style, in the company of a spectacular array of artists performing the greatest hits of opera. It is an evening of glamour and spectacle, big emotions and beautiful music with arias and ensembles from Bizet, Puccini, Verdi and many more. Actor, comedian and writer Jonathan Biggins hosts a fantastic line up of opera stars including Emma Matthews, Elvira Fatykhova, Rosario La Spina, Carlo Barricelli and Joshua Bloom, with Andrew Greene conducting the Australian Opera and Ballet Orchestra. The Opera Gala includes a specially-timed interval for the 9pm fireworks allowing you to take full advantage of the exclusive viewing points of Sydney Harbour.
Make your evening truly memorable by joining us for our famous Pre-Gala Dinner and The Midnight Party in the Northern Foyer of the Sydney Opera House.
Highlights: ‘Nessun dorma’, Turandot; ‘E lucevan le stelle’, Tosca; ‘O sole mio’; ‘The Flower Song’, Carmen; ‘Sempre libera’ and ‘Brindisi’, La traviata.
1st January, Return Flights
Transfer to airport for flights home.
Rates
Total cost per person based on twin share, 2 people traveling, AUD$7,250 incl gst per person.
This rate includes:
- All accommodation in suites with breakfast
- Domestic flights in premium economy on Virgin Australia, with airport lounge access
- Airport transfer
- Tours specified in itinerary
- New Year Eve harbour cruise or Opera Gala
Note: You can change group tours at each destination to private tours at additional costs. And upgrade internal flights to business class on Qantas or use private jet. If travelling in a group of 4 or more discounts may apply, ask your specialist for details.
