Sydney, Blue Mountains, Ayers Rock & Great Barrier Reef from $7,899 per person

Posted on Sunday, 10 Jul 2011 05:14 AM

Five Star luxury as you see the diverse yet equally breathtaking cities and natural wonders that Australia has to offer with cosmopolitan Sydney, the Blue Mountains, the red center at Uluru & then onto Cairns and journey an hour north to Palm Cove, the gateway to an amazing selection of touring options encompassing the Reef, the hinterland and the Rainforest.

Package Inclusions:
* Round trip Economy air from Los Angeles
* Internal Australia flights
* Private car service airport transfers
* 4 nights at the 5 Star Four Seasons Sydney
* Lilianfels, Blue Mountains - 1 night
* Chauffeur Blue Mountains tour
* Longitude 131, Ayers Rock - 2 nights
* Sebel Reef House, Palm Cove - 5 nights
* Meals as indicated

Day 1 - Depart US

Day 2 - Cross International Date

Day 3 - Arrive Sydney
Blessed with a temperate climate, Sydney is Australia’s favorite city with the world’s most beautiful harbor. On arrival you will be met by your private chauffeur who will assist with your private transfer to the Four Seasons Sydney. You will spend four nights at this superbly situated hotel.

FOUR SEASONS SYDNEY – 5 Star accommodation, stunningly situated overlooking Sydney Harbour in the historic Rocks district, a short walk from the city's shopping and CBD, Four Seasons is vibrant and elegant, with dramatic harbour front views and a luxurious day spa featuring exclusive skincare and aromatherapy treatments.

Days 4 & 5 - Sydney
Explore Sydney at your leisure or consider adding one of our tour options - Some of our favorites:

tours_syd.jpg Sydney Opera House - Tour & Tasting Plate
Go on a spectacular tour inside the Opera house where you will see inside the great halls and venues and discover the stories, magic and history of this magnificent World Heritage site. After exploring inside, relax and unwind at Sydney’s newest dining spot, Opera Kitchen,* home to Sydney’s best chefs, food artisans and producers. Be treated to a three-tier gourmet Tasting Plate for two or Japanese Bento Tower for two and soak in the Sydney Harbour view.
 tours_sydessentials.jpg Sydney - Essentials Tour
Observatory Hill, Manly, North Head for unrivalled views, lunch at the magnificent Botanical gardens, Mrs Macquarie’s chair,  Woolloomooloo, Kings Cross, Bondi Beach and Paddington. Starts 1030am, finish 330pm, perfect for day of arrival from US or as the perfect half day tour.
 tours_bridgeclimb.jpg Sydney Harbour Bridge Climb
BridgeClimb is a 3.5 hour adventure and an experience that will never be forgotten on one of the world's most modern wonders - The Sydney Harbour Bridge.
 tours_bluemtns.jpg Blue Mountains Eco Adventure
Breakfast with the Koalas at Featherdale Wildlife Park, Complete circle loop of the Blue Mountains, Short walks to explore the remote regions with stunning views Lunch, Visit to Scenic World Attractions, Champagne with Wild Kangaroos.
 tours_seasyd.jpg Sea Sydney Cruises & half day city tour with Mount N Beach Safaris
Great Value value until 30 June 2012

This morning enjoy a small vehicle city sights tour experiencing all the highlights of Sydney. At Lunchtime board Calypso, a luxurious 52 foot Motor Yacht. This afternoon sit on the expansive sunbeds and be mesmerized by the multi million dollar homes, the spectacular city sights including the Opera House and the Harbour Bridge before dropping anchor in your own private cove for your barbecue lunch.
 tours_boutique.jpg Boutique Wildlife Tours
Venture into the Australian Bush in search of Australia’s iconic native animals - Koalas, Kangaroos, Platypus, Emus & Wombats. Small group luxury 4WD to pristine bushland in the Southern Highlands, just 90 minutes south of Sydney

For more Sydney tour options, see pages 34-37 of our e-brochure.

Day 6 - Blue Mountains, Lilianfels
You will collect you from your hotel this morning to commence your 2 Days Blue Mountains Tour. This leisurely 2 day experience is a great way to unwind and truly appreciate the magnificent Blue Mountains. Your experience begins when you are picked up from your city Hotel and whisked out to the Sydney Helipad. Here your Aircraft awaits you for an exhilarating 45-minute flight to The Blue Mountains, over the brilliant Harbour, Opera House, Bridge and City, passing over the 2000 Olympic Site and rugged Mountains. Be enthralled by sheer rock faces and stunning views before setting down at the Blue Mountains helipad. Here you will meet your local guide who will show you some of the local terrain before treating you to a gourmet BBQ lunch. After lunch we take time to explore some of the mountains’ hidden secrets. Your experienced guide will take you to awe inspiring lookouts and ancient Aboriginal sites. Away from the tourists crowds you will also learn about the amazing plants and animals unique to Australia. Arriving at the marvelous five star Lilianfels in the late afternoon gives you the opportunity to spend the afternoon at your own leisure. Your guide will give you local maps and information with plenty of ideas on what to see and do. Relax by the poolside, stroll through the gardens, or take a short walk to one of the wonderful lookouts close by.

Day 7 - Blue Mountains, Lilianfels
You will collect you from Lilianfels Blue Mountains Resort & Spa at 1pm to take you into this wilderness region. You will enjoy a delicious afternoon tea under the canopy of the bush before entering the Blue Mountains National Park, visiting outstanding lookouts we travel down the range to seek out the Eastern Grey Kangaroos that inhabit the area. You will return to your hotel in the city at around 5:30pm, passing by the impressive 2000 Olympic site along the way. You will stay over night at the Four Seasons Sydney.

Day 8 - Longitude 131, Ayers Rock
A private car transfer has been arranged from the Four Seasons to the Sydney Airport to meet your departure flight. Depart Sydney for your flight to Ayers Rock. On arrival at Ayers Rock you will be met by a Representative from Longitude 131 who will assist with your transfer to the property where you will spend the next two nights. Your package includes all meals, selected range of premium alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, exceptional touring program designed exclusively for Longitude 131 guests, entrance tickets to Uluru – Kata Tjuta National Park.

LONGITUDE 131 - Luxurious, eco-sensitive and romantic, Voyages Longitude 131° offers immersion in the wilderness of Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park,complete with 5 star luxury and private views of the sun rising and setting over Uluru (Ayers Rock). As one of only 30 guests, you awake to your own private view of the sun rising over Uluru (Ayers Rock). Reflecting countless colours, Uluru drenches you with its fabled light. The walls of your tent are a visual narrative, telling of the discoveries made by an early outback pioneer. After arriving at Longitude 131° and settling in, meet in the Dune House for a 3pm departure to the Cultural Centre where you will learn the cultural and spiritual meanings of Uluru & Kata Tjuta. Afterwards you will travel to Uluru, where we will take a short walk into Kantju Gorge. On arrival at the gorge we will serve refreshments 'inside' Uluru and watch the sunset. You will return to Longitude 131° at approximately 7.15pm. On your return, relax in the Dune House over pre-dinner drinks and canapés before enjoying a gourmet dinner with your fellow travellers or for a special occasion a private dinner by the pool or on the Dune Top.

Day 9 - Longitude 131, Ayers Rock
Depart Longitude 131° at 6am bound for Kata Tjuta. Upon arrival you will begin your journey with a guided tour of Walpa Gorge, where the natural history of Kata Tjuta is explained in great detail, learning how eons of weathering and continental upheaval have created what is seen today. You will return to Longitude 131° at approximately 10am.¨Spend your afternoon at leisure or take the opportunity to enjoy any of our optional tours, such as a camel ride, harley ride or helicopter tour over Uluru and Kata Tjuta. Enjoy sunset drinks and canapés on the Dune Top from 6pm. You will then be transferred to our outdoor dining venue, where you'll have an unforgettable dining experience under the stars. Return to the Dune House for complimentary after dinner drinks.

Day 10 - Fly Ayers Rock - Cairns
Depart the Dune House at 6am for Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park to view the sun rising over Uluru. You'll then continue to the Mutitjulu Waterhole to view cave paintings and hear of the Kuniya/Liru Tjukurpa story. You will return to the Dune House at 9.15am for a well-earned continental buffet and a la carte cooked breakfast. An airport transfer will be organized to meet your departure flight. Depart Ayers Rock for your flight to Cairns. On arrival into Cairns you transferred by private chauffeur car to the Sebel Reef House. Distinctly different to other hotels, The Sebel Reef House & Spa is 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 splendor of a bygone era.

Days 11 - 14 - Palm Cove
Explore Tropical North Queensland at your leisure or consider adding one of our tour options - Some of our favorites:

75-kuranda.jpg Kuranda, Rail, Skyrail & Tjapukai
Kuranda Scenic Rail to Kuranda, Barron River & Stoney Creek Falls, Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park which includes indigenous guide , entrance to all Theatres, the famous Tjapukai Dancers, boomerang/spear throwing & bush medicine.
75-silversonic.jpg Silversonic Outer Barrier Reef
Silversonic is a 29 metre luxury catamaran custom designed for small groups of adventure minded people to revel in the thrill of diving and snorkelling. With over five hours to explore the delights of this underwater world, visit 3 different outer reef locations at Agincourt Reef on the very outer edge of the Great Barrier Reef
75-kuku.jpg  Kuku Yalanji Cultural Habitat Tour
Join one of the Kubirri Warra brothers on their beach, mudflat and mangrove walk. Learn how to throw a spear, hunt whilst stalking and observing wildlife, the country and how to track coastal resources. The brothers share some of their extensive knowledge of this special area and how they care for their country.
75-balloon.jpg Sunrise Hot Air Balloon
Before lift off see the spectacle of how a hot air balloon inflates and then take off to gently float over gum trees.  Enjoy a 30 minute balloon flight and experience the wonder, romance and silence of the Australian bush.  Look out for kangaroos and enjoy the balloon festival atmosphere.
75-rnrraft.jpg  RnR White Water Rafting
Commence a full day Tully River rafting tour. Travel by coach to the headwaters of the Tully River to experience the thrill and exhilaration of continuous whitewater on a grade 4 river. Spend up to five hours rafting down river through world heritage rainforest over 45 rapids under the guidance of an experienced, fully trained river guide.
75-byappt.jpg Daintree Rainforest & Cape Tribulation
Travel north along the scenic coastal road, crossing the Daintree River for a morning tea stop at the Daintree Discovery Centre. Take a guided boardwalk through the rainforest before continuing to Cape Tribulation Beach where time is allowed for a beach walk or to relax in a tranquil setting. Enjoy a delicious lunch in a rainforest setting. A stop is then made at the Alexandra Lookout for panoramic views out to sea and the mouth of the Daintree river, followed by a cruise to observe the fauna and flora of this region.
75-junglesurf.JPG Jungle Surf - Daintree Rainforest
Rainforest has more strata than any other terrestrial ecosystem, and can only be truly appreciated by getting up into the canopy. With its low-impact system of platforms and cables, Jungle Surfing offers unparalleled access to the heart of the Daintree from the bustling forest floor to the giants that tower above the canopy.

For more Palm Cove tour options, see pages 51-55 of our e-brochure.

Day 15 - Depart for US

Enjoy Breakfast at the hotel. A private car transfer has been arranged from the Sebel Reef House to the Cairns Airport to meet your departure flight.

Prices are per person based on double occupancy departures from Los Angeles/San Francisco/Honolulu. Melbourne Cup, Grand Prix, Australian Open, Mardi Gras and other blackout periods will have surcharges. Tickets must be purchased by 31 March 2013 for departures until March 31 2013. Add $300 for New York departures. Add-on fares are available from other cities. Seats are limited and may not be available on every flight. Hotels are subject to availability. All prices reflect a 3% discount for purchases made by cash/wire transfer/check, please see terms and conditions for credit card payment. There are no discounts for payment made by credit cards. Cancellation penalties and other restrictions apply.