• Tropical paradise Hamilton Island and Whitehaven Beach

• Enjoy a delicious winery lunch and wine tasting in the Hunter Valley

• Visit Australia Zoo , home of the Irwin family

• See the cute koalas at Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital

• Let your hair down in the ultimate vacation town of Noosa

• Take an exciting 4WD tour on Fraser Island

• Visit a working cattle property , Langmorn Station

• Stop at the Sarina Sugar Shed for a guided tour and lunch at a miniature sugar mill

• Stay on Hamilton Island – everyone has a view over the Whitsundays from their balcony

• Stop at Millaa Millaa Falls in World Heritage listed rainforest

• Snorkel on the Great Barrier Reef

• Experienced Travel Director and Driver Guide

As this guided vacation departs at 7.30am , accommodation will need to be pre-booked for the previous night .

Day 1 : Sydney – Port Macquarie Welcome to Sydney ! Travel to the Hunter Valley for an exclusive wine tasting and get to know your fellow travelers over a delicious lunch at a local winery . Continue north to picturesque seaside Port Macquarie . This evening join your Travel Director for a welcome reception . Hotel : Waters Edge , Port Macquarie . L

Day 2 : Port Macquarie – Gold Coast Journey to Cape Byron Lighthouse and enjoy superb views over the Pacific Ocean from Australia ’ s easternmost point . At the right time of year you may be lucky enough to spot migrating whales frolicking off the coast . For lunch we recommend fresh fish and chips on the beach at Byron Bay – there ’ s nothing more Australian ! Continue to the famous vacation destination , the Gold Coast , where you ’ ll stay for the next two nights . Hotel : Hotel Grand Chancellor , Gold Coast , 2 nights . B

Day 3 : Gold Coast ‘ Free Time ’ Today is yours to do as you choose . You may like to take an optional experience to the stunning Gold Coast Hinterland to discover the

rainforest and the picturesque village of Mt . Tamborine or just take the opportunity to relax and unwind with a stroll along famous Surfers Paradise beach . B

Day 4 : Gold Coast – Noosa Guests join this morning in Brisbane ( Code : QBC ). After a short tour of buzzing Brisbane , visit Australia Zoo made famous by the Crocodile Hunter , the late Steve Irwin and his family . Enjoy a sneak peek into the Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital and see how AAT Kings works with the Wildlife Warriors to support the koala rehabilitation project at the hospital , the country ’ s largest and busiest wildlife facility . Catch one of the many shows and wander through the zoo ’ s fascinating grounds . Later travel to the resort town of Noosa for a relaxing stay . This evening join your fellow travelers for dinner at a restaurant with views over the beach . Hotel : The Sebel Noosa , 2 nights . B D

Day 5 : Noosa ‘ Free Time ’ Take time out to discover Noosa for yourself . Swim at Noosa Main Beach or venture a little further with an easy , spectacular walk along the headland through Noosa National Park . If you ’ re feeling adventurous , you may like to hire a stand-up paddle board or even

take a boat ride through the incredible Noosa Everglades , one of Australia ’ s most beautiful wilderness areas . You ’ ll love the dark waterways and myriad of wildlife along the Noosa River – it ’ s truly spectacular ! This evening choose one of the town ’ s eateries and dine on inspiring local delights . B

Day 6 : Noosa – Hervey Bay A day of discovery lies ahead as you cross by ferry to explore World Heritage listed Fraser Island . Your 4WD tour takes you to the colored sands of Rainbow Beach ( tidal ) and beyond . Visit Lake McKenzie , ringed with white sandy beaches . Walk through the ancient rainforest at Central Station with its huge satiny , scribbly gum and kauri trees and enjoy a delicious lunch before arriving in Hervey Bay . Hotel : Mantra Hervey Bay . B L

Day 7 : Hervey Bay – Rockhampton Stop at Langmorn Station , a fully operational cattle station . A member of the Creed family will treat you to a guided tour of the property including their original family homestead , built in 1873 . Enjoy afternoon tea in the garden in the company of the pet kangaroo ! Cross the Tropic of Capricorn as you arrive in Rockhampton , the beef capital of Australia . Your night is free so why

Dining

• Full buffet breakfasts ( 12 ) B

• Lunches ( 4 ) L

• Dinners ( 3 ) D

• Farewell dinner ( 1 ) FD

Gold Coast