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Uluru sunrise , then tour the caves at the base of Uluru and marvel at the ancient rock art to be found there . Later , travel over red desert plains to Kata Tjuta ( the Olgas ), and take a walk at Walpa Gorge through some of the tallest domes of this majestic rock formation . Enjoy sparkling wine with your traveling companions as the sun sets over Kata Tjuta . B
Day 7 : Uluru – Cairns
Join an Indigenous artist today for a fun introduction to Western Desert Art . Your Anangu artist will provide you with cultural insights , explaining the meanings of local totems and assisting you to complete your own painting to take home as a memento of your experience . In the afternoon , board your flight to Cairns . A tropical city in Far North Queensland , Cairns is considered the gateway to Australia ’ s Great Barrier Reef . Hotel : Hilton Cairns , 3 nights . B
Day 8 : Cairns Free Time Today is free for you to pursue your own interests in this vibrant tropical city . You may choose to gain some insights into Indigenous culture at the award-winning Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park , or travel to Kuranda , ‘ The Village in the Rainforest ’ on the historic scenic railway . Alternatively , just relax and enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant . B
Day 9 : Great Barrier Reef Board a sleek , high-speed catamaran today and cruise out to the natural wonder of the Great Barrier Reef . You ’ ll have the opportunity to go snorkeling ( equipment provided ), or view the spectacular coral and tropical fish from the underwater observatory and semi-submersible craft . Enjoy a tropical buffet lunch on board before you return to Cairns . After some time to relax , join your traveling companions for a
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delicious evening meal overlooking the Cairns waterfront . B L DW
Day 10 : Cairns – Sydney This afternoon , fly on to Sydney , where your evening is at leisure . Our Travel Director will give you hints and tips on the best places to eat , and after dinner why not take a stroll around this famous harbor city . Hotel : Sofitel Sydney Wentworth , 3 nights . B
Day 11 : Sydney Enjoy a tour of the iconic Sydney Opera House with a local guide this morning before putting your feet in the sand at legendary Bondi Beach . Enjoy lunch on one of Sydney Harbour ’ s most prestigious cruise vessels , then spend the rest of your day exploring the city at your leisure . This evening , you may choose the option of attending an opera or theatre production under the world-famous sails of the Sydney Opera House . B L
Day 12 : Sydney Free Time Today is yours for further exploration of Sydney . The energetic might tackle the iconic Sydney Harbour BridgeClimb , or perhaps you ’ d prefer to take an excursion to the majestic Blue Mountains just outside the city . Spend your last evening in Sydney with your Travel Director and companions in a local restaurant by the water . B FD
Day 13 : Farewell Sydney Say farewell to your fellow travelers when your vacation comes to an end this morning after breakfast . B l
From per person twin
$ 5525 share land only
DEPARTURES & PRICES
All dates are Definite Departures
$ 5650 |
Per Person Twin Share |
$ 2085 |
Single Supplement Option |
2018 |
Start |
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End |
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Jan |
07 |
Jan |
19 |
Jan |
14 |
Jan |
26 |
Jan |
28 |
Feb |
09 |
Feb |
04 |
Feb |
16 |
Feb |
11 |
Feb |
23 |
Feb |
18 |
Mar 02 |
Feb |
25 |
Mar 09 |
Mar 04 |
Mar 16 |
Mar 11 |
Mar 23 |
Mar 18 |
Mar 30 |
Mar 25 |
Apr |
06 |
$ 6095 |
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Per Person Twin Share |
$ 2155 |
Single Supplement Option |
Apr |
01 |
Apr |
13 |
$ 5525 |
Per Person Twin Share |
$ 2135 |
Single Supplement Option |
Jun 03 |
Jun 15 |
Jul |
01 |
Jul |
13 |
$ 6095 |
Per Person Twin Share |
$ 2155 |
Single Supplement Option |
Sep 02 |
Sep 14 |
Sep 16 |
Sep 28 |
Sep 30 |
Oct |
12 |
Oct |
14 |
Oct |
26 |
Nov 04 |
Nov 16 |
Nov 11 |
Nov 23 |
Nov 18 |
Nov 30 |
Nov 25 |
Dec 07 |
Dec 16 |
Dec 28 |
FIRST CHOICE
WAYS TO SAVE Early payment discount Save up to $ 650pp
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Kings Club discount |
Save up to $ 325pp |
Young traveler discount |
Save up to $ 625pp |
Triple share |
Save up to $ 310pp |
DINING
12 Full buffet breakfasts B 2 Lunches L 1 Be My Guest dinner BG
$ 6225 |
Per Person Twin Share |
$ 2155 |
Single Supplement Option |
2019 |
Start |
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End |
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Jan |
06 |
Jan |
18 |
Jan |
13 |
Jan |
25 |
Jan |
20 |
Feb |
01 |
Jan |
27 |
Feb |
08 |
Feb |
03 |
Feb |
15 |
Feb |
10 |
Feb |
22 |
Feb |
17 |
Mar 01 |
Feb |
24 |
Mar 08 |
Mar 03 |
Mar 15 |
Mar 10 |
Mar 22 |
Mar 17 |
Mar 29 |
Mar 24 |
Apr |
05 |
$ 6545 |
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Per Person Twin Share |
$ 2185 |
Single Supplement Option |
Apr |
14 |
Apr |
26 |
Jun 02 |
Jun 14 |
Jun 30 |
Jul |
12 |
Sep 01 |
Sep 13 |
Sep 15 |
Sep 27 |
Sep 29 |
Oct |
11 |
Oct |
13 |
Oct |
25 |
Nov 03 |
Nov 15 |
Nov 10 |
Nov 22 |
Nov 17 |
Nov 29 |
Nov 24 |
Dec 06 |
Dec 15 |
Dec 27 |
Visit aatkings . com / imse for additional departure dates . Note : Departures between 01 / 01 / 18 to 31 / 03 / 18 operate as per the 2017 / 18 brochure . Itinerary , departure dates & prices may change from 01 / 04 / 19 .
2 Dinners with wine DW 1 Farewell Dinner FD
FLIGHT INFORMATION
Day 1 – flights to arrive prior to 12 noon into Melbourne Airport
Day 13 – flights to depart anytime from Sydney Airport Flights are not included in the vacation price
Internal-vacation flights : Land Only price requires the following internal-vacation flights to be purchased separately in order to fulfil the vacation itinerary :
Day 4 – Melbourne to Alice Springs : QF796 Day 7 – Ayers Rock to Cairns : QF1854 Day 10 – Cairns to Sydney : OF925