Sydney & Great Barrier Reef
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Day 1: Arrive in Sydney
Upon arrival in Sydney, you'll be met at the airport and transferred to your accommodation, the Intercontinental Sydney. Perhaps no other address offers the prestige, historic significance and convenience you’ll enjoy at InterContinental Sydney. Distinguished by the 1851 Treasury Building’s sandstone façade, a National Trust landmark, the hotel overlooks Sydney Opera House and the Royal Botanic Gardens. The Art Gallery of New South Wales and Sydney Aquarium are nearby.
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Day 2: Cruise in Sydney Harbour
After breakfast this morning, you'll embark on a beautiful cruise through Sydney Harbour. Come aboard and experience what it is like to cruise like a local on one of the most spectacular harbours in the world, with your local, friendly Australian hosts. This personalized, tailor-made, small group five-hour Sydney Harbour cruising experience includes fabulous sight-seeing opportunities, swimming, sunbathing & relaxation. We highly recommend seeing and learning about Sydney from the water.
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Day 3: Day at Leisure in Sydney
Today is a day that you can spend at leisure in Sydney, sightseeing and relaxing on your last day in the city. You may choose to visit the Royal Botanical Gardens, the Sydney Aquarium, or the Rocks area of the city, browsing boutiques and stopping for lunch in one of the many outdoor cafes or restaurants. Alternatively, select a suggested sightseeing experiences in Sydney to add to your itinerary.
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Day 4: Fly to Cairns
After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Cairns. Upon arrival, you will be dropped off at the Sebel Reef House & Spa - a luxurious boutique resort with a sophisticated yet easy-going atmosphere positioned in the heart of Palm Cove with a stunning beachfront location. Nestled among tranquil tropical gardens and vibrant flora, The Sebel Reef House & Spa was designed to capture the romance of the tropics and the colonial splendour of a bygone era. Majestic rainforest clad mountains make a stunning backdrop to the three pristine pools, two spas and cascading waterfall.
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Day 5: Cruise the Great Barrier Reef / Snorkel, Dive or Relax
This morning you will transfer to Port Douglas for your the trip to the Outer Barrier Reef. On the way, detailed certified and introductory dive briefings are given for those diving. Arrive at the first of three sites and get ready to view the beauty of this natural wonder! Move to the second site and after the initial water activities, enjoy a tropical hot and cold lunch served in the air conditioned cabin. The lunch includes fresh prawns, pasta, meats, salads and fruit. Enjoy your time at a third location on Agincourt Reef system before heading back to Port Douglas and transferring back to your accommodation.
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Day 6: Cape Tribulation & Daintree National Park / Rainforest & Beaches
Before the crowds arrive, enter the majesty of the Mossman Gorge National Park, then it's on to Daintree, enjoying morning tea before a special hour is spent viewing and understanding this wildlife environment. We join the infamous Bloomfield Track at Cape Tribulation and begin the 4WD section of our journey, then it's on to Stingray Bay and Cowie Beach. You'll have a chance then to walk on the world-renowned Cape Tribulation rainforest beach and admire the coastline and fringing coral reef from Kulki Lookout before a special visit to the Daintree Ice Cream Company.
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Day 7: Transfer to Aiport
After your final breakfast this morning, you will be transferred to the airport for your flight.
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Cost Includes:
- GST (government goods and services tax);
- Accommodation based on twin share basis;
- Club facilities included at the Inter-Continental which are: hot & cold deluxe breakfast, full day refreshments, evening twilight drinks with complimentary alcoholic beverages and canapés, private concierge service and shower facilities for early arrivals;
- Full breakfast included daily at Sebel Reef House & Spa;
- Touring by seat in coach share basis;
- Lunch on Day 2, 5, 6;
- Transfers to and from airport by private vehicle
Not Included:
- Sydney to Cairns flight;
- Optional sightseeing experiences;
- Meals (unless specified);
- Travel Insurance;
Note, travel over the December / January time period will
incur high season surcharges.
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