- 1 Experience Australia Travel Level 8, 117 York St Sydney AU PH: +61 2 9286 8956 enquiry@experienceaustralia.com Itinerary:Family Tropical Getaway: Gold Coast, Port Douglas & Sydney Length of Journey: 11 Nights / 12 Days

Day 1: Arrive Brisbane or the Gold Coast Gday & Welcome to Australia. On your arrival into Brisbane or Gold Coast Airports you will collect you baggage and clear customs. You will then pick up your SUV rental vehicle to fit the entire family, before making your way to your Gold Coast Hotel in Surfers Paradise, a short drive of under an hour from either airports. Accommodation for your stay is at magnificent Q1 Resort, and is located just across the beach front, and has incredible sweeping views out to the ocean. In the afternoon you may want to take a surf lesson, relax on the beach, take in Sea World, an exhilarating Jetski adventure or wander the many restaurants and cafs dotted through Surfers Paradise and Broadbeach. Gold Coast:From the huge waves off Broadbeach to the high rise buildings in Surfers Paradise, the Gold Coast is a fantastic seaside resort. Get your thrills on virtual reality rides at Dreamworld, swim with dolphins at Sea World and watch movies being made at Warner Bros Movie World.Explore the waterfalls, rainforest, lookouts and scenic bushwalks of the lush Gold Coast hinterland. Shop til you drop in art and craft markets, huge airy malls and high-end boutiques. Then get into the Gold Coasts glitz, glamour and fun at its bars, nightclubs and events. Your Stay:Q1 Resort 2 bedroom ocean view apartment Your Vehicle:Toyota Kluger SUV or similar Whats included:Nothing included today, but there are lots of optional activities to do. - 2 Experience Australia Travel Level 8, 117 York St Sydney AU PH: +61 2 9286 8956 enquiry@experienceaustralia.com Q1 Resort Your gorgeous 2 bedroom ocean view apartment. You wont want to leave. Day 2. Gold Coast Movie World A day for the kids, and young at heart drive out to Movie World at Oxenford just 20 minutes from Surfers Paradise. A full day of thrills and entertainment await you today at Warner Brothers Movie World. Rides and rollers coasters include Arkham Asylum, Green Lantern, Superman Escape, Batwing Spaceshot, Justice League 3D to name a few. Shows include Hollywood Stunt Driver 2, HSD2 Experience, Rio 4D experience and the Main Street Entertainment. A park map and show schedule will be given to you as you enter. Head back to your apartment accommodation at the end of the day. Your Stay:Q1 Resort 2 bedroom ocean view apartment Your Vehicle:Toyota Kluger SUV or similar Whats included:Full day pass at Movie World for all of you - 3 Experience Australia Travel Level 8, 117 York St Sydney AU PH: +61 2 9286 8956 enquiry@experienceaustralia.com Day 3: Gold Coast to Currumbin and Mt Tambourine First thing this morning drive 20 minutes south down to Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary. Amazing Australian wildlife, you can cuddle a koala; feed a friendly kangaroo, experience the wild lorikeet feeding, free-flight bird show and Australiana sheep shearing. Be sure to see Boss Hogg, the 800kg saltwater crocodile. With you morning there, you will have time to watch the Pelican & Eel feeding show, Air Asia Free Flight Bird Show and the Australian Sheep Shearing Show.All of these shows are in the morning. Grab some lunch at Currumbin before you head 40 minutes up to Springbrook National Park and visit Natures Bridge. After spending some time in Springbrook, you will head 45 minutes over to Mt Tamborine. Located in the peaceful and picturesque hinterland, Tamborine Mountain is one of Queensland's secret treasures. The Tamborine Mountain, (Mt Tamborine) tropical rainforest, populated with distinctive, brilliantly colourful, exotic birds and many interesting variations of flora and fauna provides a peace and tranquility.Take in one of the great walks in the area, or other outdoor activity options available. Walking tracks are provided in six sections of Tamborine National Park. Most walking tracks are short and can be walked within a few hours. The walks are relatively easy although some tracks have short, steep grades. At usual walking pace, 3km takes about an hour. One of the good walks to do is the Curtis Falls, Joalah section 1.5km return ( Allow 30- 45 minutes) Moderate grade. Joalah is an Aboriginal word meaning haunt of the lyrebird. The loud calls of the male Alberts lyrebird can be heard during winter. The track starts from the Dapsang Drive carpark. It is also possible to start at the shops on Eagle Heights Road, adding an extra 800m return to the walk. Head back to the coast at around 5.00pm which is about a 45 minute drive away. Your Stay:Q1 Resort 2 bedroom ocean view apartment Your Vehicle:Toyota Kluger SUV or similar Whats included:Currumbin Wild Life Sanctuary entry. The parks and walks are free. Day 4: Gold Coast Cairns (3hr flight) Head back to Gold Coast airport today, drop off your car and head north to Tropical North Queensland. On arrival into Cairns, you will collect your bags,pick up your SUV and head north with your first stop at Tjapukai Aboriginal Centre. Join the descendants of the worlds oldest living culture on the foothills of the Barron Gorge Rainforest for a day full of fun interactive shows, activities and demonstrations. Learn how to play the didgeridoo, throw a boomerang, and capture our informative talks about bush medicines and hunting methods and even watch live dance performances. See our new Torres Strait Islander Dance troupe and Art of my People talk. If that isnt enough try your hand at boomerang painting and islander weaving/jewellery making or join your informative guide on a bush food trail. - 4 Experience Australia Travel Level 8, 117 York St Sydney AU PH: +61 2 9286 8956 enquiry@experienceaustralia.com Tjapukai by Day is jammed packed full of experiences for all ages, Djirri Nyurra We Welcome You. Your general admission Includes: Torres Strait Islander Dance Performance Tjapukai Dance Performance Didgeridoo Show Bush Foods & Medicine Demonstration Art of my people Talk Boomerang & Spear Throwing Hunting & Weapons Demonstration In the late afternoon, head 1 hour north to Port Douglas where you will be staying for the new few days. Port Douglas is a picturesque seaside village. The relaxed seaside village is set alongside the spectacular Four Mile Beach and holds a vibrant atmosphere of tropical style and sophistication. Port Douglas holidaymakers will enjoy the natural beauty and warmth of this climate at any time of the year. Nestled at the end of a peninsula, the tranquil waters of a natural harbour on one side of the village embrace the lively Port Douglas Marina. Along the other side of the peninsula stretches the beautiful Four Mile Beach In Northern Queensland from Oct Apr it is stinger season (box jellyfish) so when you are in the water you will be in stinger suit as a precaution while on the Great Barrier Reef Please be crocodile aware while in Cairns, and do not venture along the waters edge of the beach on the foreshore

Your Stay:Pullman Sea Temple Resort 2 bedroom swim out room Your Vehicle:Toyota Kluger SUV or similar Whats included:Tjpapukai Aboriginal Centre entry - 5 Experience Australia Travel Level 8, 117 York St Sydney AU PH: +61 2 9286 8956 enquiry@experienceaustralia.com Day 5: Port Douglas Kuranda day out Drive down to Carvonica, and then take the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway over the Kuranda Rain Forest to Kuranda Village. Explore the quant village, markets and cafes before catching the Kuranda Scenic Rail train back to Freshwater. You will then be transferred back to Carvonica to pick up your car and head back to Port Douglas. Your Stay:Pullman Sea Temple Resort 2 bedroom swim out room Your Vehicle:Toyota Kluger SUV or similar Whats included:Sky Rail, Kuranda Scenic Rail & Transfers from Freshwater to Carvonica Day 6: Port Douglas Moore Reef Great Barrier Reef A full day on the reef starts today with Quicksilver Cruises.Your cruise takes you to Agincourt Reef, at the very outer edge of the Barrier Reef. Here, special reefs known as ribbons run parallel to the Continental Shelf. Adjacent to the Coral Sea trench, these ribbon reefs are recognised as the most pristine eco-systems in the reefs environment.Clear water provides the best possible underwater visibility, encourages rich coral growth and supports spectacular marine life. As the regions outer reef pioneer, we chose the best location available to show you natures finest. You will depart at 8.30am and return at around 5.00pm. A wonderful day had by all. *For those who are prone to sea sickness,as a precaution take a sea sickness tablet before you head out - 6 Experience Australia Travel Level 8, 117 York St Sydney AU PH: +61 2 9286 8956 enquiry@experienceaustralia.com The Great Barrier is a fragile ecosystem which is home to the worlds most diverse plant and animal life, with soft and hard corals, hundreds of species of fish, turtles and visiting dolphins and whales. Your Stay:Pullman Sea Temple Resort 2 bedroom swim out room Your Vehicle:Toyota Kluger SUV or similar Whats included: Full Day Great Barrier Reef Cruise & Lunch, with snorkelling & commentary Day 7: Port Douglas Cape Tribulation day out. Travel up Mossman, Daintree Forest and Cape Tribulation today. Nestled in the World Heritage Listed Daintree Rainforest, Mossman Gorge contains the oldest, continuously surviving rainforest on earth.Just one hectare of the 120,000 hectare forest can contain over 30,000 species of plants and animals. World Heritage Listed Daintree Rainforest. The Daintree Region is an area of ancient tropical rainforest containing one of the most complex ecosystems on earth. Spanning 120,000 hectares, the Daintree Rainforest is the largest portion of tropical rainforest in Australia The region contains over 135 million years worth of heritage making it a worthy inclusion on the World Heritage list. Continue up to Cape Tribulation which will take another 1.5hrs. You will take the ferry to cross the river about half way along. The Daintree River Crossing ferry operates from 6am each day until late at night.The Cape Tribulation section of Daintree National Park (about 17,000 ha) stretches in a narrow, intermittent strip from the Daintree River in the south to the Bloomfield River in the north. The McDowall Range, rising steeply from the coast, forms the western boundary. Whenever visiting these areas it is important to be careful of the dangerous wildlife including crocodiles, jelly fish and cassowaries. Head back down Cape Tribulation Road, through onto Captain Cook Highway and back to the Port Douglas the evening. Your Stay:Pullman Sea Temple Resort 2 bedroom swim out room Your Vehicle:Toyota Kluger SUV or similar Whats included: Pay for Mossman Gorge Park entry and river crossing direct. Everything else is free Day 8: Port Douglas - Cairns SydneyAfter checking out this morning, you will drive back to Cairns Airport, and drop off your rental car before take the 3.5hr flight through to Sydney. On arrival into Sydney, you will be met and transferred by private tour vehicle through to your central Sydney accommodation, located in near The Rocks. There is no need to have a rental car in Sydney, as it is more of a hindrance than a help. Spend the remainder of the afternoon exploring Sydneys inner city, fabulous shopping, water front cafes, Botanic Gardens and harbour.At 4pm, you will take a tour of the Sydney Opera House. This is a 15 minute walk from your hotel. The famous Sydney Opera House was completed in 1973. It is a masterpiece of late modern architecture. It was created by a young architect who understood and recognised the potential provided by the site against the stunning backdrop of Sydney Harbour. - 7 Experience Australia Travel Level 8, 117 York St Sydney AU PH: +61 2 9286 8956 enquiry@experienceaustralia.com You will take a 1 hour guided tour which gives a fascinating insight into this iconic landmark. Be sure to dine at The Rocks in the evening at one of the many great restaurants, such as Sydney Caf, Quay or Aria. City Information: Sydney has one of the worlds most beautiful harbours and great surrounding natural beauty. You may want to kayak under the Harbour Bridge, walk the winding, sea-sculpted cliffs from Bondi through to Bronte lifestyle and great natural beauty, or visit Manlys beaches, bars and restaurants by ferry. Or just stay around the city, and take a tour of the Sydney Opera House or the Botanical Gardens at Circular Quay. Sydney is truly one of the most stunning cities in the world. Your Stay:Quay Quay West 2 bedroom Harbour View Suite Whats included:Airport to City private transfer, Opera House guided tour Day 9: Sydney half day guided tour of the city. This morning is free to explore Sydney. Why not visit the Queen Victoria Building shopping precent, just across from your hotel, or Pitt Street Mall. For those wanting to exert some energy, then take a stroll across the Harbour Bridge to Milsons Point, a fabulous spot for photos back to the city. At 1.30pm, make your way down to Lime Street at King Street Wharf, just 10 minutes from your hotel, for a AAT Kings half day tour of Sydney highlights and Bondi Beach.At 2pm, you will depart to see some of the best sights that this beautiful harbour city has to offer. Your Driver Guide will provide expert commentary as you weave your way through the bustling city streets to key landmarks including:The Rocks, China Tour, Mrs Macquaries Chair, The Gap & Bondi Beach. Your Stay:Quay Quay West 2 bedroom Harbour View Suite Whats included:AAT Kings Half Day Guided Tour of Sydney One of the views from Quay West 2 bedroom suite. - 8 Experience Australia Travel Level 8, 117 York St Sydney AU PH: +61 2 9286 8956 enquiry@experienceaustralia.com Day 10. Sydney Blue Mountains full day guided tour. A day trip to the Blue Mountains starts from your hotel, as AAT Kings will pick you up from your hotel Harbour at 7.30am. Youre off over the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge, nicknamed the Coathanger because of its arch-based design. Head along the Bradfield Highway towards the Blue Mountains. Echo Point:Entering the National Park and winding your way along Cliff Drive, youll take in spectacular views of Megalong Valley before arriving at Echo point, perched on the edge of a 170 metre cliff face. Echo Point has views stretching across to the Three Sisters - a trio of rocky pinnacles. Here youll learn about the Aboriginal dreamtime legend of the Three Sisters. Scenic World: With the Unlimited Discovery Pass ride the steepest Railway in the world down to a hidden valley. Glide out on the Cableway for panoramic views. Then ride the Skyway 370 metres above ancient ravines and dazzling waterfalls. Leura: Next is a stop at the picturesque and quaint town of Leura. Here you can grab a bite to eat at one of the many restaurants and cafs, or why not choose our included lunch (J15L). This beautiful town will take you back in time and is famous for its antique stores and of course its Candy Store which is stocked floor to ceiling with more than 1,000 unusual sweets gathered from all over the world. Featherdale Wildlife Park:Youll stop at Featherdale Wildlife Park, one of Australias largest private collections of Australian native animals and bird life. Situated on seven acres of natural bush setting, here youll be able to hand feed kangaroos, wallabies and emus or enjoy a face-to-face encounter with one of the friendly koalas. On your way back to Sydney, your route takes you via Sydney Olympic Park, the site of the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games You will then return to the city at about 5.30pm. Your Stay:Quay Quay West 2 bedroom Harbour View Suite Whats included:AAT Kings Full Day Tour to Blue Mountains with all inclusions Day 11: Sydney Free Day Today is free to explore the city, or do a number of optional tours or activities. Optional tours or activities include: Take the ferry to Manly Beach and enjoy the cafes,shopping and beachfrontWalk across the Harbour Bridge to Milsons Point and walk back or get the ferry backDiscover Madame Tussauds, Sydney Aquarium, Sydney Maritime Museum in Darling Harbour Go to the top of Sydney Tower for spectacular views across the city Visit Paddys Markets Jetboat experience on Sydney Harbour Day tour to Hunter Valley for wine tasting and Hunter Gardens Your Stay:Quay West 2 bedroom Harbour View Suite Whats included:Free to do optional activities or just relax today - 9 Experience Australia Travel Level 8, 117 York St Sydney AU PH: +61 2 9286 8956 enquiry@experienceaustralia.com Day 12: Sydney depart All good things must come to an end. You will be transferred by private tour vehicle from your hotel to Sydney International Airport for your homeward flights. Farewell from Australia. Whats included:Private transfer to Sydney Airport Per Person Pricing 01 Apr 15 30 Sep 15 01 Oct 15 31 Mar 16 Somewhere to sleep: Room only $ 1615 AUD $ 1705 AUD Bed & Wheels: Rooms & rental vehicle only $ 1790 AUD $ 1890 AUD Full Touring: Everything listed including rooms, rental car, airport transfers and all activities listed $ 2715 AUD $ 2810 AUD Daily Breakfast: Cooked breakfast at each hotel add: $ 365 AUD $ 365 AUD Based on a family of 4 travelling together and pricing is per person All prices are in Australia dollars (AUD) This excludes travel over New Years period 26 Dec 02 Jan or other special event dates Event and festival dates will be quoted with surcharges at time of enquiry Is subject to availability at time of booking Child discounts may apply depending on the age of the children This itinerary can be adapted by length of journey and/or number of passengers Rental car is based on full insurance (nil excess) and includes premium airport location fees Does not include meals, airfares, park fees, petrol or parking costs For any enquiries email: enquiry@experienceaustralia.comor fill in our online form - 10 Experience Australia Travel Level 8, 117 York St Sydney AU PH: +61 2 9286 8956 enquiry@experienceaustralia.com Terms and Conditions: Payment: A deposit of 10% of the total cost of your booking, subject to a minimum of AU$200.00 is required once you confirm you would like to proceed with booking.The balance is then payable at least 30 days prior to the first day of your Australian itinerary. 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