11 days
the A&K Advantage:
Experience the "must-sees" of Australia on a flexible itinerary that includes many optional activities.
Day 1: USA or Canada / Sydney, Australia
Day 2: International Date Line
Day 3: Sydney, Australia
Day 4: Sydney
Day 5: Sydney / Melbourne
Day 6: Melbourne
Day 7: Melbourne / Hayman Island
Day 8: Great Barrier Reef
Day 10: Hayman Island / Sydney
Day 11: Sydney / USA or Canada
This program contains some active elements and a minimum level of fitness is required.
OPTIONAL AYERS ROCK POST-TOUR EXTENSION:
Day 11: Ayers Rock
Day 12: Ayers Rock
Day 13: Ayers Rock / Sydney
Day 14: Sydney / USA or Canada
PREFER TO TRAVEL ON YOUR OWN?
Depart on an overnight flight to Australia.
Cross the International Date Line and “lose” a day, regained on your homebound trip.
Arrive at your hotel where the evening is at leisure to dine at a harborside restaurant, or stroll through the historic Rocks area
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney: L
The day begins with a private tour of the famous Sydney Opera House; then board a ferry to Taronga Park Zoo to see unique Australia animals including kangaroo, koala, platypus, wombat and echidna. Cruise the Harbour with lunch on board before returning to land for more Sydney sightseeing. This evening, dine at nearby Circular Quay.
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney: B,L,D
Fly to Melbourne today, where an afternoon tour shows us the highlights of an elegant city renowned for its magnificent parks and gardens, arts district and historic Victorian architecture. Enjoy dinner this evening wherever you wish to dine.
Grand Hyatt: B,D
Gamespotting today in Serendip Park, whose wetlands and open grassy woodlands are home to wild kangaroos and koalas.
Grand Hyatt: B,L
Fly to Hamilton Island and transfer by luxury launch through the Whitsunday Islands to Hayman Island, on the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park.
Hayman Island: B, L
The Great Barrier Reef stretches for 1,200 miles off Australia’s northeastern coast; spend the day on the water, exploring this world-renowned coral landscape. This excursion includes the use of snorkel gear and wetsuits and an on-board buffet luncheon. (Optional scuba diving is available.)
Hayman Island: B,L
Day 9: Hayman Island
The day is free to enjoy as we wish: with sailing or walking, tennis or windsurfing, or sunbathing at one of the resort's huge swimming pools. Tonight we enjoy an "Aussie-style" farewell dinner.
Hayman Island: B, D
Return by launch to Hamilton Island to board our flight to Sydney, with a final evening at leisure to relax, explore or, if you wish, attend a performance at the Sydney Opera House (an optional activity, subject to ticket availability).
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney: B, L
The hours before departure are free for last-minute shopping, before your departure flight takes you back across the Date Line toward home.
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Explore the timeless grandeur of the massive stone monolith known to Aborigines as “Uluru.” Book this extension as shown or revise it to meet your personal requirements (new prices may apply).
Fly to Australia’s “Red Heart,” with an afternoon at leisure before a truly unique dinner in sight of Uluru. As the sun goes down watch the magnificent Outback sky light up with millions of stars.
Sails in the Desert: D
Tour the base of the rock this morning, as your guide provides insight into the history, culture and legends of the indigenous people of the region. At sunset, take a private tour of the mysterious Kata Tjuta (Olgas) rock formations nearby.
Sails in the Desert: B
Fly to Sydney to check in to a Full Harbour View room at your superbly located hotel. The afternoon is at leisure.
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney B
There is time this morning for last minute shopping before boarding your homeward flight.
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At additional cost, you can take this itinerary as a private independent program, as shown above or with your own personal alterations.
Ask for details.
| Date | Priced From |
| January 9 - 19 | $4,725 |
| February 8 - 18 | $4,725 |
| March 7 - 17 | $4,725 |
| April 17 - 27 | $4,725 |
| July 22- August 1 | $4,725 |
| October 14 - 24 | $4,725 |
| November 18 - 28 | $4,725 |
| December 27 to January 6, 2007 | $4,915** |
Departures are limited to 32 passengers.
Dates, itineraries and prices are subject to change.
** indicates Holiday Surcharge will apply.
# indicates Guaranteed Departure date.
| Date | Priced From |
| January 13 - 23 | $4,725 |
| February 10 - 20 | $4,725 |
| March 10 - 20 | $4,725 |
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Highlights of New Zealand (8) | New Zealand: A Natural Adventure (10) |
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South Pacific Combination Tours:
Highlights of New Zealand & Australia (16) | Wonders of Australia & New Zealand (18) |
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Signature Series (Pre Planned Independent Travel):
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