Discovery Down Under (Australia)


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Detailed Trip Description

This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see Australia as few others do. Designed by a Premier Aussie Expert (recently named among the top five Aussie Specialists in North America), this has a departure to Australia at an exclusive special rate. Visit Palm Cove & The Great Barrier Reef, Ayers Rock (Uluru), and Sydney - with insider advice and passion of an Aussie Expert, and the special services and exclusive trips only a Premier Expert can provide. EXCLUSIVE OFFER: Adults travel at the child's rate!


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Trip Itinerary

Day 1 - Queensland, Australia

 
Welcome to Queensland! You will be met & greeted at the airport, then taken to your hotel (home for 4 nights), Sea Temple Resort & Spa in Palm Cove. Rest of the day at leisure. That evening, attend the Welcome Dinner.
Welcome to Queensland!
Private Car Services

Upon exiting customs, you will be met by a tour representative who will escort you to your transfer vehicle. Relax as the driver assists with your luggage and escorts you to the Sea Temple Resort & Spa hotel.

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Sea Temple Resort & Spa
Hotels

Sea Temple Resort & Spa
Unwind from your journey as your Adventure Guide checks you into this tropical beachside resort. While on your own, pamper yourself at the spa* or cool off in one of the refreshing pools. Your Adventure Guide can make suggestions for exploring the village of Palm Cove on your own.
*Additional charges will apply

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Welcome Dinner

Meet your fellow Adventurers at a relaxing family-style dinner served under the stars. Enjoy the balmy tropical evening and the peaceful surroundings. It’s the perfect setting to start your Australian adventure.

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Day 2 - Queensland, Australia

 
Today discover the Daintree Rainforest - journey out to Mossman Gorge to discover the natural wonders of this region. Enjoy lunch by a river at Voyages Silky Oaks Lodge. Then end the day at Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures for a cruise & dinner. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner & Activities included.
Mossmon Gorge
National Parks

Hike through an ancient rainforest, a lush jungle filled with unusual animals and plants. After a short informative tour, take your time to explore the natural wonders in this scenic park.

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Activities at Voyages Silky Oaks Lodge

Enjoy a delicious lunch by a river at Voyages Silky Oaks Lodge. Relax and enjoy the sensational scenery.

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Dinner at Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures
Adventure

Cruise on a lagoon and meet some new reptilian friends. Then feast on an assortment of delicious dishes at a private hearty Aussie barbeque.

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Day 3 - Queensland, Australia

 
Today we visit the Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park, Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, and Australian Butterfly Sanctuary. This evening theenjoy a special Kids-Only and Adults-Only Dinner. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner & Activities included.
Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park

Participate in Aboriginal traditions as Tjapukai tribe members share their culture with song and dance. Listen to a didgeridoo, learn how to throw a boomerang and a spear, and even paint your own boomerang. Afterwards, enjoy a buffet lunch featuring local dishes in Tjapukai.

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Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
Eco-Tourism

Glide above the rainforest canopy, then descend among the ancient trees, on the 7.5 km (4.7 mi) Skyrail. Voted Best Major Tourist Attraction (Australia National Tourism, Queensland and Tropical North Queensland Tourism) numerous times, this amazing trip gives you a birds-eye view of some of Australia’s most beautiful scenery.

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Australian Butterfly Sanctuary
Sightseeing

Your Skyrail ride ends in the village of Kuranda. There you can visit Australia’s largest butterfly sanctuary and browse through quaint shops.

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Day 4 - Queensland, Australia

 
The day you've been waiting for - the Great Barrier Reef! Today we sail on a Catamaran to the Low Isles for a day of fun in the sun and under the water!
Port Douglas Marina
Sailing

After a short stay in the lovely coast town of Port Douglas, board a catamaran to sail to Low Isles in the amazing Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, the largest coral reef system in the world and considered one of the world’s natural wonders.

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Great Barrier Reef
Snorkeling

Get ready for an extraordinary day! View the dazzling array of sea life by snorkeling and take a tour on a glass-bottom boat. You’ll also have the opportunity to learn from a marine biologist who is on hand to answer your questions and guide you on an informative beach walk or snorkeling tour. A tropical buffet lunch will be served on a catamaran. Sunbathe, build sandcastles and enjoy the beautiful surroundings above the water.

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Day 5 - Ayers Rock, Australia

 
Today we depart for Ayers Rock. Upon arrival, you are transferred to your hotel, the Desert Gardens Hotel, with a stop at the Aboriginal Cultural Center along the way. This evening, take a camel ride at sunset.
Journey to Ayer’s Rock
Sightseeing

Fly to the center of Australia to explore the red desert around the mysterious formation known as Ayer’s Rock, or by its Aboriginal name Uluru. Lunch will be served in-flight. On your way to your hotel, a brief stop at the Aboriginal Cultural Center provides an orientation to Uluru and its indigenous people.

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Arrive at Voyages Desert Gardens Hotel
Hotels

Enjoy the stunning views of Ayers Rock from this lovely hotel. Relax in your deluxe room or unwind by the pool and garden.

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Camel Ride at Sunset
Adventure

Explore the cool evening desert from the back of a camel. During the one-hour ride, marvel at the vibrant colors of the sunset and listen to your local expert spin ancient tales about this timeless landscape.

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Day 6 - Ayers Rock, Australia

 
This morning, enjoy a walk around Ayers Rock. Lunch and the afternoon are at your leisure. This evening, we head out to see Kata Tjuta at sunset, followed by stargazing under an incredibly clear sky. Enjoy a Kids-Only and Adults-Only Dinner.
Ayers Rock Walk
National Parks

As you approach Ayers Rock, you will be amazed by the richness of textures and mass of the rock. Hike around its base to learn its stories and see its beauty. Our group will walk at the base of Ayers Rock instead of climbing to respect the wishes of the Aboriginals who are the caretakers of this spiritual site.

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The Views at Kata Tjuta
National Parks

In the afternoon, visit the other major geological feature in the area, Kata Tjuta, also known as The Olgas. Kata Tjuta means “many heads,” an apt description of the 36 red domes that make up this stunning geological formation. Hike into the folds to see desert plants and animals in Walpa Gorge. Then grab your camera to photograph the spectacular colors of the rocks as the light changes.

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Star Gazing
Eco-Tourism

View a night sky blazing with millions of stars. Gaze through telescopes and listen to fascinating Aboriginal stories about the wonders above.

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Kids-Only and Adults-Only Dinner

While Junior Adventurers enjoy their own pizza party, adults can enjoy a quiet dinner at the hotel.

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