Incredible Journey Across AustraliaTrip notes:
Must be booked by October 31, 2006
Trip must be taken by October 31, 2007
Provided by Abercrombie & Kent
ITINERARY
DAYS 1 & 2:
SYDNEYFly round-trip, business class with a guest to
Sydney, where a personal Abercrombie & Kent guide will greet you. After settling into your room at the Four Seasons
Sydney, embark on a guided walking tour of the city, including the beautiful Rocks at the Harbour Bridge and world-famous Sydney Opera House. End the day at the Australian Wine Centre, enjoying rare native vintages and canapés as your own private wine expert leads the way. Spend the second day at your leisure, enjoying the national parks, superb beaches, amazing harbor, and architecture of this world-class city.
DAYS 3 & 4: AYERS ROCK
Wake to a nourishing breakfast before being transferred to your flight to Ayers Rock (Uluru). Longitude 131, a safari-style tented camp will be your home base for the next two days. Each luxuriously appointed tent boasts air conditioning, expansive stone floors, and an en suite bathroom. With the exception of lunch on the day of arrival, the restaurant will serve you breakfast, morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea, pre-dinner canapés, and dinner daily. The camp also has an outdoor pool and open bar. Choose from a range of tours of this spectacular region that are designed to help you experience the uniqueness of the desert, surrounding eco-system, and Aboriginal culture. The day concludes with dinner under the stars or a short walk to Ayers Rock to take in the dramatic sunset views.
DAYS 5 & 6: CAIRNS
After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport for a flight to Cairns. Upon arrival, you'll be transported into the wilderness for a two-night stay at Silky Oaks Lodge, the ultimate resort set within the majestic Daintree Rain Forest. Its main lodge, private tree houses, and restaurant are linked by paths and catwalks that wind through the forest canopy, allowing you to fully experience this diverse ecosystem. Guided walks, four-wheel-drive safaris, mountain biking, horseback riding, swimming, kayaking, river cruising, bird watching, fishing, and tennis are all available at this award-winning resort. Set in seclusion, the lodge shares its natural setting with native kangaroos, tropical birds, and butterflies.
Days 7, 8 & 9: Lizard Island
Depart for a morning flight to Lizard Island, one of only two islands completely surrounded by the Barrier Reef. Intimate and friendly, Lizard Island is unsurpassed for a peaceful rest after touring Australia. Optional activities at luxurious Lizard Island Lodge include windsurfing, game fishing, sailboarding, snorkeling, and coral viewing in a glass-bottom boat.
DAY 10: CAIRNS
Take a private flight back to Cairns and connect to your flight to
Sydney. Upon arrival in Sydney, check into the Four Seasons for your final night and spend the remainder of the day at your leisure.
DAY 11:
SYDNEY Bid a fond farewell to
Australia as you are transferred to the airport to board your international flight home.
Travel arrangements by Abercrombie & Kent.
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