Australia is a vast and timeless land, where ancient Aboriginal cultures blend with modern life. A country of great contrasts and immense natural beauty, from lush tropical rainforest to miles of pristine, sandy beach, from alpine ski slopes to searing parched desert, from vibrant modern cities to idyllic, coral fringed islands. See it all when you visit Australia.

Best Time to Visit: November to February.
Best Buys: Wines, cheese, opals and handicrafts.

Day 1: Sydney
Welcome to Sydney, Australiaís largest, liveliest and oldest city that enjoys a unique harbour side setting.
The Opera House and the Harbour Bridge combined with miles of sandy beaches, a wealth of entertainment and restaurants and a marvelous year round climate makes it one of the worldís greatest cities. Transfer to your hotel. Overnight.

Day 2: Sydney - City Tour
After breakfast, proceed for your half day city tour with a luncheon cruise. Return to your hotel on your own, from the Circular Quay. Overnight.

Day 3: Sydney - Optional Excursions
Breakfast. Spend an exciting day on optional excursions like the Blue Mountain Tour including the Australian Wildlife Park for a wilderness experience, full day tour of Canberra, the Federal Capital or a tour to Hunter Valley, a leading wine-growing area with lunch. Overnight.

Day 4: Sydney - Gold Coast
Breakfast. This morning leave for Gold Coast, the city with beautiful beaches, action packed theme parks, wildlife sanctuaries, golf courses, fabulous shopping and rainforest hinterland. Arrive and transfer to your hotel. Rest of the day at leisure to explore the city. Overnight.

Day 5: Gold Coast - Movie World
After breakfast, depart for your full day tour of Movie World, the only movie related theme park in the Southern Hemisphere. Watch spectacular stunt shows and special effects. See the Maverick Grand Illusion Show, Police Academy Stunt Show, "take off" on the ultimate Batman Adventure Ride and Looney Tunes. Overnight.

Day 6: Gold Coast - Dream World
After breakfast, get ready for a full day actionpacked adventure tour of Dream World. Ride the Tower of Terror, the Giant Drop, cuddle a Koala and visit Tiger Island. Overnight.

Day 7: Gold Coast - Sea World
After breakfast, enjoy a full day tour of Sea World, Australia's finest marine park. See the exciting shows by dolphins, sea lions and "Squirt" the false killer whale. Also, don't miss the dare devil stunts by the park's international ski team. Try the spinechilling roller coaster rides! Overnight.

Day 8: Gold Coast - Cairns
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Cairns. Arrive Cairns, the popular gateway to the spectacular Great Barrier Reef, set against a magnificent backdrop of high mountain ranges, blessed with a wonderful tropical climate and a wealth of attractions. Transfer to your hotel. Evening at leisure. Overnight.

Day 9: Cairns - Great Barrier Reef Cruise
After breakfast, enjoy a full day tour with lunch on the Big Cat Green Island Reef Cruise. View the wonderful underwater world of marine life and corals of the Great Barrier Reef, one of the seven natural wonders of the world. Return to Cairns late evening. Overnight.

Day 10: Cairns - Kuranda Tour
After breakfast, depart on a full day excursion to Kuranda, "the village in the rainforest". Go one way on the scenic rail, enjoy the Pamagirri Aboriginal Dance performance, take a Dreamtime Walk and return by cable car ride. Drive back to your hotel. Overnight.

Day 11: Cairns
Breakfast. Full day at leisure to explore Cairns on your own. Overnight.

Day 12: Cairns
Breakfast. Depart. Take home some wonderful memories of Australia.