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AUSTRALIA: SYDNEY & CAIRNS ADVENTURES (12 Days, 10 Nights)

DAY 01: TRAVEL DAY
This is your travel day.

DAY 02: ARRIVAL IN SYDNEY
Greetings and transfer from the airport. Enjoy a welcome reception (with non-alcoholic beverages and appetizers) with your ActiveSinglesTravel's guide and fellow travelers at the hotel. Spend the rest of the day at leisure.
Accommodation: Overnight at the Intercontinental Hotel or similar.

DAY 03: SYDNEY CITY SIGHTSEEING
After breakfast, we will enjoy a great overview of the city and surroundings as we discover the famous Opera House, Botanic Gardens and Conservatorium of Music. We will travel to Mrs. Macquarie's Chair for a panoramic outlook of the harbor and then on to the exciting Darling Harbor before heading for Kings Cross. We will visit Double Bay and Rose Bay, known for their cosmopolitan café society, designer shopping and Rodeo Drive ambience, before heading off to Watsons Bay for some spectacular ocean views. Enjoy a seafood platter dinner. Overnight in Sydney. Meals: B, D
Accommodation: Overnight at the Intercontinental Hotel or similar.

DAY 04: BLUE MOUNTAINS
Following breakfast, your friendly and knowledgeable guide will pick you up this morning in a deluxe touring vehicle. Experience the magnificent World Heritage Blue Mountains. We will travel through the historic Rocks area before stopping for lunch at a unique rainforest hut and continuing on to the Three Sisters. Enjoy a 3-course lunch at the multi award winning Mountain Heritage (beverages are not included). Approaching Katoomba, we drive along Cliff Drive where we stop for a view of the 3 Sisters. This afternoon, seek out the kangaroos that roam the area. On your return to Sydney we will pass by the 200 Olympics site en route to your hotel. Overnight in Sydney. Meals: B, L
Accommodation: Overnight at the Intercontinental Hotel or similar.

DAY 05: HUNTER VALLEY WINE & WILDERNESS DAY
Experience the real Aussie outback, history, culture, and wine tasting in a day of memorable experiences. Travel through natural bush and mountain ranges to view sections of the original convict-built Old Great Northern Road. Enjoy morning tea and then travel through the historic Wollombi village and to Mt. View for a panoramic perspective of the Hunter Valley wine areas. After lunch (included), visit some of Hunter Valley's famous boutique wineries for a chance to sample and purchase wines that are not available anywhere else. Overnight in Sydney. Meals: B, L
Accommodation: Overnight at the Intercontinental Hotel or similar.

DAY 06: FREE DAY OR SELECT FROM 2 OPTIONAL ADVENTURES
OPTION 1: JETBOAT & TARONGA Z00 ($350) After a safety briefing, board the harbor jet for an exhilarating trip to Taronga Zoo. With a few fishtails, spins, and music to keep the jetboat rocking, you'll be filled with excitement as you arrive at your next wild experience, Taronga Zoo. Take the Sky Safari to join a small group (8 or less) for a fully escorted tour by expert guides. Feed koalas in their enclosure and hand feed kangaroos and wallabies, meet native animals, and see some Aussie reptiles up close. We will visit an "animal- working kitchen" to see how food is prepared. Go behind the scenes in the nocturnal house to see sugar gliders up close.

OPTION 2: SYDNEY HARBOR BRIDGECLIMB ($237) It's awesome, it's high up, it's breathtaking, and it's waiting! BridgeClimb is a small group adventure that takes you for the time of your life. You'll climb all the way to the top of the Sydney Harbor Bridge and experience the incredible 360 degree view of Sydney Harbor by day or the magic of the city lights by night. Our ActiveSinglesTravel's team will take you all the way to the top across catwalks, up ladders, and over the arch of the summit. You will be given a thorough briefing, a bridge suit, and safety harness to wear so you can enjoy this 3 ½ hour unforgettable experience. Meals: B
Accommodation: Overnight at the Intercontinental Hotel or similar.

DAY 07: DOMESTIC FLIGHT TO CAIRNS
After breakfast you will be transported to the airport to catch a domestic flight to Cairns. Welcome in the tropical city of Cairns and transfer to your hotel. The remainder of the day is free at leisure. Meals: B
Accommodation: Overnight at the Intercontinental Hotel or similar.

DAY 08: GREAT BARRIER REEF CRUISE
Enjoy a full day cruise to the World Heritage Great Barrier Reef. Our Quicksilver coach will pick you up from your hotel for your transfer to Marina Mirage Port Douglas, the departure point of your cruise. At 9:30am we will board our vessel to commence a full day cruise to Agincourt Reef. Your cruise includes morning and afternoon tea, snorkeling equipment, semi-sub tours and the underwater observatory. Enjoy snorkeling with tropical fish. Explore the coral gardens aboard the semi-sub or discover the marine world from the underwater observatory. A buffet lunch is served on board. On your return, cruise to Port Douglas, then it's a scenic drive to Cairns. Meals: B, L
Accommodation: Overnight at the Intercontinental Hotel or similar.

DAY 09: SKYRAIL CABLEWAY / RAINFOREST / KURANDA RAILWAY
After breakfast at your hotel join the Skyrail Cableway to enjoy spectacular views over the surrounding regions and rainforest canopy. We will explore the rainforest and have lunch there. Then, we will enjoy a performance by the Pamagirri Aboriginal Dancers. We will then be escorted on a Dreamtime Walk and enjoy a ride in the unique Army Duck into the rainforest, which travels over land and water. There, we visit the Wildlife Park and have our photo taken with a koala (fee applies). Browse the shops in Kuranda village before joining the historic Kuranda Train for the spectacular 1.5 hour journey through tropical rainforest and spectacular waterfalls on the way back to Cairns. Meals: B, L
Accommodation: Overnight at the Intercontinental Hotel or similar

DAY 10: CAPE TRIBULATION DAINTREE NATIONAL PARK / DAINTREE RIVER CRUISE
Following breakfast we will depart our hotel for a 2 day Daintree and Cape Tribulation Tour. Travel along the coastal road to Port Douglas. Cruise through the 135 million year old rainforest of the Daintree River before arriving at Cape Tribulation Beach. There, we will have time to stroll sandy beaches or experience the rainforest in this magnificent World Heritage area. Enjoy a tropical lunch at Coconut Beach Resort where you will be staying for the evening. Meals: B, L
Accommodation: Overnight at Cape Tribulation Resort & Spa or similar

DAY 11: CAPE TRIBULATION / DAINTREE NATIONAL PARK
After breakfast, spend the rest of the morning exploring the beach and lush rainforest (which is home to many endemic animals found only in the park). You may also take one of the optional guided tours throughout the rainforest (please make sure you ask your trip manager for more details). After the Daintree River, enjoy an afternoon tea break. Return to Cairns by 6:30pm. Farewell dinner and overnight in Cairns at your hotel. Meals: B, D
Accommodation: Overnight at the Intercontinental Hotel or similar

DAY 12: DEPARTURE DAY
After breakfast at your hotel you will be transferred to the airport. Assistance with boarding formalities. End of our services. Meals: B

 

 
 
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