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Best of Australia
21 Days starting from $CALL

Countries Visited:
Australia

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Length: 21 Days
Type: South Pacific 2008
Category: Free and Easy
Operator: Trafalgar
Tour Code: PBOAM-2008
   
 
 
About This Tour


Cities Visited:
Melbourne, Adelaide, Kangaroo Island, Ayers Rock, The Olgas, Kings Canyon, Alice Springs, Darwin, Kakadu, Cairns, Great Barrier Reef, Sydney

 
  • What's Included
  • Itinerary
  • Dates & Prices
  • Sightseeing
  • Details
  • SPECIALS

Sightseeing Highlights
  • Melbourne See the sights of cosomopolitan Melbourne.
  • Kangaroo Island Tour Kangaroo Island including the Remarkable Rocks and Seal Bay.
  • The Olgas See spectacular Kata Tjuta (the Olgas).
  • Ayers Rock Experience sunset and sunrise over Uluru (Ayers Rock).
  • Kings Canyon Climb to the rim for views of Watarrka National Park.
  • Kakadu National Park Visit Nourlangie Rock and enjoy a wildlife cruise on Yellow Water Billabong. Join the Guluyambi Cruise plus visit the Bowali Visitor Centre.
  • Great Barrier Reef Full day Great Barrier Reef cruise including lunch.
  • Sydney Enjoy the sights of Sydney including the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House.

Dining Highlights
  • 17 Buffet Breakfasts and 1 breakfast in flight Darwin to Cairns
  • 2 picnic lunches on Kangaroo Island and 2 lunches in Kakadu National Park
  • 1 tropical buffet lunch on the Great Barrier Reef
23 meals in total (see day by day itinerary)
First Class Travel Highlights
  • You will be traveling on an independent basis and will join scheduled day tours with a qualified local driver / guide in Melbourne, Adelaide, Kangaroo Island, Ayers Rock, Kings Canyon, Alice Springs, Darwin, Kakadu, Cairns and Sydney.
  • Internal flight from Adelaide to Kangaroo Island and return.
  • Great Adventures Catamaran to the Great Barrier Reef.
  • Airport transfers will be provided in Melbourne & in Sydney only for passengers who have booked their flights on a Trafalgar recommended airline and advised Trafalgar of their flight details.
  • You''ll stay in twin-bedded rooms with private facilities.
  • All hotel service charges, tips and local taxes are included.
  • A stylish travel bag and wallet containing tour documents and helpful information.
  • Day 1 & 2 - Depart USA We fly over the international date line to Melbourne, Australia.



  • DAY 3 Arrive Melbourne (2 nights) On arrival at Melbourne Airport you will be transferred to your hotel. The remainder of the day is at leisure to explore this fascinating city or just relax and unwind. Hotel: Swanston Hotel Grand Mercure


  • DAY 4 Melbourne at leisure Today is free for you to enjoy the sights and sounds of Melbourne. Perhaps take an excursion to the Great Ocean Road or the famous nightly ritual of the Penguin parade on Phillip Island. (Buffet Breakfast)



  • DAY 5 Melbourne sightseeing – Adelaide Enjoy a morning sightseeing tour of Melbourne including the Fitzroy Gardens, Royal Botanic Gardens and the Shrine of Remembrance. This afternoon you will be transferred to Melbourne Airport for your flight to Adelaide (flights to depart after 3.00pm). (Buffet Breakfast)


  • DAY 6 Kangaroo Island sightseeing Travel through the Fleurieu Peninsula, continue on to Kangaroo Island. At Seal Bay Conservation Park walk amongst Australian Sea Lions. (Buffet Breakfast / Lunch)

    Hotel: Ozone Seafront Hotel


  • DAY 7 Kangaroo Island – Adelaide Tour Kelly Hill Caves, Remarkable Rocks and Admiral''s Arch and see fur seals,
    within Flinders Chase National Park. This afternoon we return to Adelaide. (Buffet Breakfast / Lunch) 

    Hotel: Stamford Plaza


  • Day 8 - Adelaide - Ayers Rock You will be transferred to Adelaide Airport for your flight to Ayers Rock (flights to arrive prior to 1.30pm). On arrival at Ayers Rock Airport you will be transferred to your hotel. On arrival you will explore mysterious Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) and enjoy sunset at Uluru (Ayers Rock). (Buffet Breakfast)

    Hotel: Desert Gardens Hotel


  • Day 9 - Ayers Rock - Kings Canyon Rise early this morning to view the spectacle of sunrise at Uluru (Ayers Rock). There is the opportunity to climb to the summit and enjoy a guided tour of the base. In the afternoon there''s a stop at the Uluru-Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre, before traveling to Kings Canyon Resort. (Buffet Breakfast)

    Hotel: Kings Canyon Resort


  • Day 10 - Kings Canyon - Alice Springs (2 nights) This morning make the rocky climb to the rim of Kings Canyon for superb views of Watarrka National Park. Alternatively, you may wish to explore the Canyon floor. Later, why not relax and have lunch at Kings Canyon Resort, before traveling to Alice Springs, where we spend the next two nights. (Buffet Breakfast)

    Hotel: Alice Springs Resort


  • Day 11 - Alice Springs at leisure After breakfast, enjoy a full day at leisure in this unique outback town. Perhaps take a 4WD safari through the West MacDonnell Ranges into Palm Valley. (Buffet Breakfast)



  • Day 12 - Alice Springs - Darwin Today, you will be transferred to Alice Springs Airport for your flight to Darwin. On arrival at Darwin Airport you will be transferred to your hotel. Your afternoon and evening will be at leisure. (Buffet Breakfast)

    Hotel: Darwin Central Hotel


  • Day 13 - Darwin - Kakadu This morning we travel via the undulating Adelaide River and Marrakai Plains deep into Kakadu National Park. We make a stop to visit Nourlangie Rock with its Aboriginal rock art. During the day we enjoy an included lunch. Next we will join a Yellow Water Billabong cruise with our local expert guide to spot crocodiles. Your evening is at leisure. (Buffet Breakfast / Lunch)

    Hotel: Gagudju Crocodile Holiday Inn


  • Day 14 - Kakadu - Darwin Join the Guluyambi Cruise along the East Alligator River. Continue to Ubirr for a guided walk. Later, lunch is included, then a stop to visit the Bowali Visitor Centre, before returning to Darwin. (Buffet Breakfast / Lunch)

    Hotel: Darwin Central Hotel


  • Day 15 - Darwin - Cairns (3 nights) You will be transferred to Darwin Airport for your flight to Cairns. On arrival at Cairns Airport you will be transferred to your hotel. The remainder of the day is at leisure. (Breakfast on flight)

    Hotel: Cairns International



  • Day 16 - Great Barrier Reef This morning we join the Great Adventures catamaran and cruise out to the beautiful Great Barrier Reef. Enjoy an informative reef education presentation. See a myriad of coral and tropical fish seen from the underwater observatory and the semi-submersible craft. There is the opportunity to go snorkeling and view this natural living wonder up close (equipment provided). Enjoy an included buffet lunch before we return to Cairns. (Buffet Breakfast / Highlight Lunch)



  • Day 17 - Cairns at leisure A full day at leisure in the tropical city of Cairns. There''s plenty of time maybe to take an excursion above the rainforest on the Skyrail Cableway to the picturesque village of Kuranda. Or why not take a trip to the scenic beaches of Cape Tribulation and the spectacular rainforests of the Daintree? (Buffet Breakfast)



  • Day 18 - Cairns - Sydney (3 nights) You will be transferred to Cairns Airport for your flight to Sydney. On arrival at Sydney Airport you will be transferred to your hotel. The remainder of the day is at leisure to explore this beautiful city or just relax at your hotel. (Buffet Breakfast)

    Hotel: Four Points by Sheraton, Darling Harbour



  • Day 19 - Sydney sightseeing Tour the sights of Sydney this morning including the Opera House, Harbour Bridge and a stroll along famous Bondi Beach. Then time on your own to do as you please. (Buffet Breakfast)



  • Day 20 - Sydney at leisure A full day at leisure to further explore this great city. Perhaps do some souvenir shopping and visit one of the museums. Or why not join an excursion to the Blue Mountains or taste some Australian wines in the Hunter Valley? (Buffet Breakfast)



  • Day 21 - Sydney - USA Your tour ends today. Bid farewell as we transfer you to Sydney Airport to connect with your return flight home. (Buffet Breakfast)



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A NOTE ABOUT AIRFARE: We encourage you to buy your airfare from the tour operator, because if your tour cancels then your airlines tickets will be covered. Purchasing flights separately at a lesser rate and incorporating it with a Non-Guaranteed Departure Date can result in loss of total cost of your flight investment. Depending on the fare rules, flights may be Non-Refundable and/or Non-Transferable. Neither the tour operator and/or Atlas Cruises & Tours will be held responsible for loss if a tour is cancelled for Lack of Participation. If you would like to check for discounted fares on Guaranteed Departures or for competitive pricing on air and hotel packages, we invite you to follow this link.

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TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: Necessary Travel Documents such as Passports and Visas is the responsibility of the traveler. Passports must be valid six months from your return travel date.

         
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All Land & Air Prices: Additional taxes and fees will apply, please visit www.trafalgar.com/taxesandfees. Airline fuel surcharges are included in the base fare. Additional restrictions will apply; please visit www.trafalgar.com/restrictions. Prices shown are from New York City (Europe vacations), Los Angeles (South Pacific & Asia vacations) and Miami (South America vacations).
* This list indicates brochure rates and dates.
** Air price is based on departures from Los Angeles. Additional add-on airfares from other cities are available.
*** Land+Air Prices after May 1, 2008 are subject to confirmation at time of booking
**** For single travellers purchasing the twin-share option, please note that there is a no smoking policy in all shared rooms.
***** Land Only Passengers In order to purchase Land Only the following air sectors are required – Melbourne-Adelaide, Adelaide-Ayers Rock, Alice Springs-Darwin, Darwin-Cairns, Cairns-Sydney.
****** Land+Air price includes economy airfare Los Angeles / Melbourne / Adelaide Ayers Rock / Alice Springs /Darwin /Cairns /Sydney /Los Angeles.
******* 2nd Tour discount does not apply to this tour
Please note: In addition to being sold out or on a request basis only, a tour departure may not be displayed on this site for operation reasons.
For details on discounts that apply to this tour please refer to a brochure or see your Travel Agent.
The displayed prices are based on twin-share accommodation. A single supplement price is available on request.
  • Melbourne
  • Kangaroo Island
  • The Olgas
  • Ayers Rock
  • Kings Canyon
  • Kakadu National Park
  • Great Barrier Reef
  • Sydney
All Land & Air Prices: Additional taxes and fees will apply, please visit www.trafalgar.com/taxesandfees. Airline fuel surcharges are included in the base fare. Additional restrictions will apply; please visit www.trafalgar.com/restrictions. Prices shown are from New York City (Europe vacations), Los Angeles (South Pacific & Asia vacations) and Miami (South America vacations).
* This list indicates brochure rates and dates.
** Air price is based on departures from Los Angeles. Additional add-on airfares from other cities are available.
*** Land+Air Prices after May 1, 2008 are subject to confirmation at time of booking
**** For single travellers purchasing the twin-share option, please note that there is a no smoking policy in all shared rooms.
***** Land Only Passengers In order to purchase Land Only the following air sectors are required – Melbourne-Adelaide, Adelaide-Ayers Rock, Alice Springs-Darwin, Darwin-Cairns, Cairns-Sydney.
****** Land+Air price includes economy airfare Los Angeles / Melbourne / Adelaide Ayers Rock / Alice Springs /Darwin /Cairns /Sydney /Los Angeles.
******* 2nd Tour discount does not apply to this tour
Please note: In addition to being sold out or on a request basis only, a tour departure may not be displayed on this site for operation reasons.
For details on discounts that apply to this tour please refer to a brochure or see your Travel Agent.
The displayed prices are based on twin-share accommodation. A single supplement price is available on request.

CURRENT SPECIALS:

Take advantage of Trafalgar's great savings and discounts

Take advantage of Trafalgar's great savings and discounts.

EARLY PAYMENT DISCOUNT - Save up to 10%

Many Trafalgar tours sell out months before the departure date, so book NOW to avoid disappointment.The earlier you pay, the more you save! If you book and pay in full you'll save up to 10% off the Land-only portion of your trip. Below is our Early Payment Saving options - pay between:

4-6 months SAVE 2.5%

7-9 months SAVE 5%

10-12 months SAVE 7.5%

1 year or more SAVE 10%

All tours must be booked and paid for in full for this discount to apply. This discount does not apply to our Free & Easy Series, Greek Cruises, Egypt, European Express tour and extra night accommodation.*When booking our Basel to Amsterdam River Cruise please check our River Cruise brochure for the savings and discounts exclusions. Conditions apply.

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SAVE ON YOUR 2nd TOUR - Save 5%

Book two Trafalgar holidays, each 8 days or longer for a reduction of 5% off the land portion of the tour with the shortest duration. Take three tours and save on two! Ask your travel professional for suggestions on your perfect tour combination.

IMPORTANT: Tours are combinable with second and subsequent additional tours. Tours must be booked at the same time. Discount is per person only and does NOT apply to our Free & Easy Series, Cruises, Egypt and extra night accommodation or any combination of a tour plus a cruise or rail journey as shown in brochures. Please see our Trafalgar brochures for their saving or discount exclusions. Conditions apply.

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TRAVEL WITH FRIENDS - Save 5%

A party of five or more friends - Travel with 5 to 8 friends or family members on the same tour and everyone will receive a discount of 5% off the Land portion of the tour.

A party of 9 or more friends - Further significant savings are available for larger groups of friends and families traveling together. Ask your Travel Agent for full details.

IMPORTANT: Space is limited to one group per motorcoach, so book early! These discounts cannot be combined with any other rooming, Young Traveler or Triple Room Discounts. Names of all passengers traveling must be advised to Trafalgar at the time of booking in order to qualify. These discounts do not apply to extra night accommodation, are not combinable with our Frequent Traveler offer and are not available on Winter tours, Free & Easy Series, Cruises, Egypt, Turkey, Israel and Greece tours. Conditions apply.

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YOUNG TRAVELER AGES - SAVE 10%

Share your holiday memories with your family and take advantage of a discount on the Land-only portion of your tour. Young Travelers must be under the age of 18 years old on the tour departure date, and MUST be accompanied by and adult (limit of one young traveler per room).

On all escorted tours, children under 5 years old are NOT accepted. The Young Traveler must be the specified age at the time of travel to be eligible for this discount. This discount cannot be combined with our TRAVEL WITH FRIENDS DISCOUNTS, and is limited to one young traveler discount per room. It also does not apply to our Free & Easy Series, Cruises, Egypt, Turkey or Israel tours, extra night accommodation or London and gateway accommodation. Conditions apply.

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SINGLE TRAVELER room share and save

One of the great benefits of Escorted Travel is the ease of traveling solo, and with Trafalgar we make it simple by offering the following options:

Guaranteed Room Share

When traveling alone, we understand that some clients do not want to incur the expense of an additional single room supplement. With this in mind, on the majority of our itineraries, Trafalgar offers you the opportunity to purchase these tours on a 'room sharing' basis. We will accommodate you with a fellow passenger of the same sex on a 'twin room' basis (non-smoking rooms only). Please note that regrettably, we cannot guarantee that room mates will be of a similar age group. Even so, it is an enjoyable way to travel and get to make new friends and a positive way to stretch your vacation budget further. If we fail to match you we will provide a single room at no extra cost.

This service does not apply to our Free & Easy Series, Cruises, European Express tour, Egypt, Turkey, Israel and extra night accommodation. Conditions apply.

Single Supplement Value

If you prefer the privacy of your own room, you'll appreciate our low single room supplement.

TRIPLE ROOM DISCOUNT

Travel with three people, sharing one room and each of you will receive a discount off the land-only portion of your tour price. Each itinerary page will list the price reduction, see the tour of your choice.

Triple room discounts are based on sharing a twin-bedded room with an extra bed which may be a rollaway. This discount is applicable to itineraries featuring the Triple Room Reduction offer only.


   
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