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"Aussie Family Experience" , based on family of 4
13 nights from $5850 per person

Day 1 - Depart US

Day 2 - Cross International Date Line

Day 3 - Arrive Sydney
On arrival you will be met by your private chauffeur  who will assist with your private transfer to the Quay West Sydney.

QUAY WEST SYDNEY– Relax in the comfort and luxury of a fully-equipped 2 bedroom suite, many with spectacular views over Sydney Harbour, the Harbour Bridge, Opera House or Sydney CBD. Quay West Suites Sydney offers 5 star luxury and a central location adjacent to The Rocks and close to Circular Quay.

Days 4 - Sydney City Tour
Enjoy a buffet breakfast.

AUSTRALIAN LUXURY ESCAPES will collect you from your hotel this morning to commence your half day tour of Sydney. Travel through the charming historic Rocks precinct, with its quaint old cottages, pubs and the first church in Australia. This drive takes in Observatory Hill overlooking Darling Harbour, Bridge Street, the financial precinct of Australia and Sydney, Macquarie Street with the Parliament House of NSW government, the Mint and Hyde Park Barracks. Traveling past St Mary’s Cathedral, you visit the Sydney Domain and Royal Botanic Gardens. Here you take a short stroll to view Mrs. Macquarie’s Chair and for an unsurpassed view of Sydney Harbour, the Opera House and Bridge.

Rejoining the vehicle to continue along the shores of Sydney Harbour, around Woolloomooloo Bay, to Potts Point, Kings Cross, ritzy Double Bay and Rose Bay, passing by the up-market real estate of the rich and famous. We stop at the beautiful Sydney Harbour National Park for morning tea. Travel further to Watsons Bay and South Head, with its breathtaking views of Sydney Harbour the Heads, the North Shore and the city. Take a short stroll along the cliff tops and rejoin the vehicle to Bondi Beach and Centennial Park. Upon conclusion of the tour you will be dropped off at the Intercontinental at approximately 12.30pm.


Afternoon at your leisure


Days 5 - Sea Sydney Harbour Cruise & Twilight Sydney Bridge Climb
Enjoy a buffet breakfast.

Please make your own way Campbell's Cove Pontoon, Circular Quay by 10.45am where you will commence your personalized, tailor-made 5 hour Sydney Harbour Lunch Cruise with Sea Sydney Cruises on the worlds most famous Harbour.

SEA SYDNEY CRUISES – Cruising on Sydney is a quintessential Australian experience, cruise like a local aboard this luxurious 52' Pacific Motor Cruiser. Perhaps you fancy yourself as an angler? What about taking the sea kayaks and rowing to a secluded beach? Would you like to go for a swim, or would you just prefer to take your chilled glass of Australian wine and relax on the luxurious sunpads? Facilities available - Sea kayaks, Fishing equipment, Safety equipment, including life jackets for children, Saloon with 2006 upgrades, full bar, 26" LCD screen, Bose surround-sound stereo, Computer, internet and skype connections, Spacious Flybridge offers unsurpassed views. The Cruise will return back to Campbell's Cove at approximately 4.00pm.

BRIDGE CLIMB - This evening enjoy one of the ultimate experiences of Sydney, a guided climb to the top of the world famous Sydney Harbour Bridge, 134 meters above Sydney Harbour, a 3 ½ hour guided experience.

The twilight Bridge Climb is the original experience. It takes you along catwalks, up ladders, and steadily to the summit of the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Experience the satisfaction of conquering the upper arch of the Bridge while taking in city surrounds, the World Heritage listed Sydney Opera House, the harbour and the Bridge itself beneath your feet.

Day 6 - Burrawang West Station
Enjoy a buffet breakfast.

Enjoy breakfast at the Hotel. This morning you will be transferred by private car to the Airport for your charter flight to Burrawang West Station where you will spend the next two nights. All your meals, beverages including alcohol and most activities are included (Station Tours, Wildlife spotting, feeding the animals, fishing, and many more)

BURRAWANG WEST STATION - Legendary Burrawang West Station stretches across 12,000 acres of Lachlan River . . in Central New South Wales. The fully-operational cattle station produces some of Australia's finest quality beef and is the home of the premium brand, Burrawang Beef. Nestled within Burrawang's rich pastures and endless skies, is a magnificent country estate, Burrawang West Station Retreat. Burrawang West Station's Retreat offers adventuresome, yet discerning guests, an opportunity to experience outback Australia in complete style and luxury. With its quintessential Australian homestead, luxurious individual boutique lodges, and creative fine dining, Burrawang West Station retreat offers guests a unique blend of adventure and relaxation.

Day 7 - Burrawang West Station
Today enjoy some of the following activities at the Station

Station Tour - Explore our historic cattle station aboard a four wheel bike, the buggy or in the comfort of a ute. Along side our stockmen, you’ll feel the passion and energy of their work.

Wild Life Spotting - Paddle a canoe or dingy along 8 kilometres of the tranquil Yarrabandai billabong. Paradise for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts, Burrawang’s waterways form a natural wildlife reserve. With the support of the Lachlan River Catchment Authority, we’ve implemented special measures to ensure the long term viability of this important environment which is home to a wide array of native Australian birds and wildlife, including many protected and endangered species

Feeding Time - Who can resist a newborn calf or lamb? Bottle feeding brings you up close and personal with some of our little ones. Even devout city folk can be experts in no time. Our lovely natured alpacas make excellent guards for birthing sheep and their lambs. But these gentle natured alpacas love guests at feeding time. You’ll find our female alpacas, along with their babies (called crias) in the Homestead paddock.

Sporting Pursuits - Compete, or just play. Two floodlit tennis courts, a par 3 golf hole, an archery range and sparkling 20 metre swimming pool, and all the equipment is . . available on site, any time. Enjoy a full round of golf at our local course. You might have to wait for the local roos to move before playing your next shot because they love relaxing on the greens. . . . roos love those greens.

Fishing - Throw in a line. Fishermen and novices alike enjoy the fight of Yellowbelly, Murray Cod and Silver Perch are found in this our billabong. But if you’ve never been yabbie hunting, you’re in for a thrill. These little crustaceans are crafty creatures and delicious fare. A great pursuit guaranteed to bring out the child in you.

Picnics - Al fresco dining takes on new meaning when set in Australia’s outback. Whether it’s under the star canopy around a traditional bush drover’s camp oven, or beneath swaying river gums along side the billabong, there’s nothing like fresh air and great food

Art Appreciation - If your passion runs to art, a self guided tour of Burrawang’s private art and antique collection is sure to satisfy. Tastefully incorporated throughout Burrawang's homestead and boutique lodges, paintings, sculptures, photography and other artworks/artefacts represent colonial and contemporary artists from Gould to Valamanesh. See the Art Collection page on this site for more information

Day 8
Enjoy breakfast at the Station before departing mid morning by charter flight to Sydney.

On arrival into Sydney a private car will be waiting to transfer you to Quay West Suites Sydney.

Day 9 - Sydney to Ayers Rock
Enjoy a buffet breakfast.

A private car transfer has been arranged from Quay West Suites 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 Ayers Rock Resort who will assist with your transfer to Sails In The Desert where you will spend the next two nights.

SAILS IN THE DESERT - Named after the soaring white sails that crown its roof, this is Ayers Rock Resort's premier hotel. Exquisitely furnished and designed, the hotel's interior decor focuses on Aboriginal heritage and culture, with a gallery in the lobby and significant artworks featured throughout the public areas and private room.

Mid-afternoon DISCOVERY ECO TOURS WILL collect you from your hotel to commence your Kata Tjuta (The Olgas) sunset tour. Their expert guide will explain the nature of the desert and its development. A short walk to the dune lookout puts one in touch with your environment and lets you delight in the spectacular panoramic view of Kata – a very sacred place to the Aboriginal people. Arriving at Walpa (Olga) Gorge, we walk into this mystic place, to hear how it has evolved over millions of years. The scale of the walls and the wind far above, add a sense of mystery here, which profoundly affects all that participate. The sky blue deepens and the great domes of Kata Tjuta flush red as the tour retires to the sunset viewing area to celebrate the fantastic colour changes wrought by sunset with complimentary sparkling wine and canapes. Sit back and absorb the desert solitude or relax and chat to your guide about Australia’s Red centre. The spectacle fades as you return to Yulara beneath a sky of brilliant stars. At the end of the tour you will be returned back to your Hotel.


Day 10
This morning is a very early start. You will be collected from your Hotel by DISCOVERY ECO TOURS prior to sunrise. This tour provides an opportunity to best understand the natural and cultural significance of Uluru. You will witness the spectacular sunrise without rushing, all the while absorbing an exposition of the great “Rock’s” natural history and its deep significance to the Anangu people. Short walks will bring you close to this wonderful and powerful place, viewing rock art, waterholes and appreciating the unique flora and fauna of Uluru. A special feature is the appreciation of the exquisite as well as dramatic sculpturing of Uluru. This tour provides time to amble, to absorb images and to gain an insight into Uluru’s remarkable presence. The final stop is the Uluru and Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre. Included on the tour is a picnic breakfast.

At the end of the tour you will be returned back to your Hotel and enjoy the rest of your day at leisure.

One hour prior to sunset you will be collected from your Hotel to enjoy the famous Sounds of Silence Dinner. At the end of the evening you will be returned back to the Hotel.

SOUNDS OF SILENCE – An award-winning dining experience under the stars, "Sounds of Silence" is a truly unique event, offering the best of the Red Centre distilled into four unforgettable hours. The event includes entertainment, canapés, beer, wines and non-alcoholic beverages, barbecue buffet (vegetarian arrangements made with prior notice), scrumptious dessert, tea, coffee, port, star talk and stargazing.

Day 11
Enjoy Breakfast at the Hotel.

An airport transfer will be organized to meet your departure flight.

Depart Ayers Rock for your flight to Cairns. On arrival you will be met by your private chauffeur who will assist with your private transfer to the Sea Temple, Palm Cove.

Sea Temple Resort & Spa Palm Cove is your temple for relaxation. Located beachfront on the southern end of Palm Cove, this world class luxury resort offers guests a tranquil escape. Sea Temple Resort & Spa is created to provide the utmost privacy and tranquility. Choose from an amazing selection of 126 Asian-inspired, beautifully detailed studio rooms or apartments and Villas with the option of luxurious swim outs, private plunge pool and rooftop terraces. Drift into bliss at the Sea Temple Day Spa or enjoy a cocktail overlooking the central lagoon pool before sunset walk on the beachfront. Sea Temple Resort and Spa Palm Cove is the serenity you've been looking for in a paradise you'll love. All rooms are centered around our tropical lagoon with rooms on the top floors having views out to the ocean.

Day 12
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.

Day of leisure

Day 13
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.

This morning you will be collected from the Sea Temple by Poseidon Cruises for your day cruise to the outer barrier reef.

Poseidon has access to the best reef locations with over 45 sites to choose from. THREE spectacular sites are visited each day. The Agincourt Ribbon Reefs, located on the very outer edge of the reef, are renowned as the place to go for crystal clear water, spectacular coral gardens and a huge variety of marine life.

Poseidon attracts the most discerning traveler with high expectations of the Great Barrier Reef, a world heritage site, offering a choice of snorkeling, introductory and certified diving.

Snorkeling is the easiest way to enjoy the colors and variety of fragile corals and fish life found in the shallow lagoons. Poseidon's snorkeling guides/Marine Biologists will help you identify the marine life with a guided snorkel tour and in-water assistance. Enjoy the freedom of snorkeling! Introductory Diving is often the highlight for any visitor to the reef who wants to experience a dive for the first time. No previous experience required to enjoy the thrill of scuba diving.

Day 14
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.

This morning you will be collected from the Sea Temple by Down Under by appointment for your day tour to the Kuranda rainforest.

Your day beings with a luxury coach transfer from your accommodation to Freshwater Railway Station for a historical rail journey to Kuranda. Enjoy breathtaking views enroute, including the cane fields of Cairns to the tropical rainforest of Kuranda. Upon arrival in Kuranda, there is limited free time before boarding Skyrail at 11.30am. Relax & enjoy the world’s most beautiful rainforest experience, stopping enroute to explore the two stations, including boardwalks & the CSIRO Interpretive Centre.

After arriving at Caravonica Lakes, our coach will collect you & transfer you to Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures – the best place to see crocodiles in Tropical North Queensland. Join us for a unique eco experience on the lagoon cruise through the ecologically significant Melaleuca wetlands; the domain of the saltwater crocodile. Explore the rest of the park with its abundance of wildlife, including water birds, turtles, wallabies and cassowaries.

Day 15
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.

Day of leisure

Day 16
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.

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*Prices are per person based on double occupancy, for departures from Chicago. Mardi Gras and Sydney New Years Eve and other blackout periods will have surcharges. Add-on fares are available from other cities. Seats are limited and may not be available on every flight. Hotels are subject to availability. US/foreign taxes/fees and fuel surcharges of approximately $480 per person, including September 11th Security Fee, are additional. Cancellation penalties and other restrictions apply.

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