Ultimate Family Adventure: Sydney, The Sunshine Coast & Brisbane from $3,299 per person

Posted on Friday, 1 Jul 2011 06:08 AM

Experience this year round family focused itinerary - happy kids mean happy parents. Delight in discovering Sydney, take a family surf lesson or see the koalas en route to the blue mountains. Fly to Brisbane and relax on the sunshine coast with it's vast sandy beaches and authentic Australian holiday vibe, visit iconic Australia Zoo and a short drive takes you back to Brisbane and with it's year round subtropical climate. Take a day tour to Tangalooma and hand feed wild dolphins as they gather at the shore or watch from the jetty, either way the experience is unforgettable!

Package Inclusions:
* Round trip Economy Class air from Los Angeles with Qantas Airways
* Add-on airfares available from other cities
* Internal Australia flights
* 4 nights accommodation Sydney in your choice of 3/4/5 Star hotels
* 3 nights accommodation Sunshine Coast in your choice of 3/4/5 Star hotels
* 3 nights accommodation Brisbane in your choice of 3/4/5 Star hotels
* Airport transfers in a seat in coach basis
** Sightseeing options and packages are available **

Day 1 - Depart US

Day 2 - Cross International Date Line

Day 3 - Arrive Sydney
Blessed with a temperate climate, Sydney is Australia’s favorite city with the world’s most beautiful harbor. The harbor provides a playground for jet boating, sailing, swimming, harbor scenic flights, dining, fishing, climbing the harbor bridge and sightseeing at the Opera House. Take a stroll through The Rocks, the site of the first European settlement. Don’t miss The Rocks markets held every Saturday & Sunday. Be entertained with great street theatre and music while you browse for Australian arts & crafts. Circular Quay is the gateway to the harbor and the starting point for most of Sydney’s harbor cruises and passenger ferries. Familiarize yourself with the harbor by taking one of the many cruises on offer or jump on a passenger ferry to Taronga Zoo or Manly beach. Sydney’s shopping is second to none with its endless selection of boutiques, markets and malls. Unique Australian specialty shops reside at The Rocks and Darling harbor’s Shopping Centre and a visit to the Queen Victoria Building in the city center is a must. Dining out at one of the many fabulous harbor side restaurants is a must. Fresh produce, great views, inspiring chefs and a multicultural flavor turn a meal into a gastronomic delight.

Days 4 - 6 - 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 7 - Fly Sydney - Sunshine Coast (Maroochydore)
Maroochydore is at the very centre of the Sunshine Coast, with Caloundra to the south and Noosa to the north. As the major commercial area of the Sunshine Coast, Maroochydore has still retained the charm of the seaside town at the heart of the beautiful Sunshine Coast.

Day 8 - 9 Sunshine Coast
At your leisure to explore or relax on the Sunshine coast

Day 10 - Sunshine Coast - Brisbane
Transfer to Brisbane. The capital of the Sunshine State, is located on the banks of the Brisbane River and enjoys a subtropical climate year round. During the last decade, the city has matured into a unique blend of historic buildings and sophisticated architecture. To cuddle a Koala, take a cruise along the Brisbane River to the Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary. Visit the South Bank development, the former site of the 1988 world expo and the Botanical Gardens.

Days 11 - 12 - Brisbane
Explore Brisbane at your leisure or consider adding one of our tour options - Some of our favorites:

75-aust_zoo.JPG Australia Zoo Day Tour
Featuring snakes, birds and the Saltwater Crocodile - the Animal Planet Crocoseum hosts the WILDEST show on Earth. There is so much to see and do at the Zoo; the list goes on and on. Your day will also include an animal encounter with your choice of dingoes, iguanas, wombats, tortoises, possums, echidnas or an Australian Wildlife Hospital Tour.
75-tangalooma.jpg Tangalooma - Dolphin Adventure Tour
Take a day tour to the premium destination in the beautiful Moreton Bay and Islands region - Tangalooma Island Resort. Enjoy 30 FREE activities and the unforgettable experience of hand feeding one of the playful wild bottlenose dolphins!
75-oreillys.jpg O'Reilly's Rainforst Retreat & Mount Tamborine
Visit Mount Tamborine with its spectacular panoramic views of the Gold Coast and glistening waters of the blue Pacific Ocean. Stop for a leisurely walk in the fresh mountain air. From here you head toward the 'Green Mountains' of O'Reilly's. Hear the history of this area and the epic adventures of early settlers

For more Brisbane tour options, see pages 73-74 of our e-brochure.

Day 13 - Depart Brisbane for US

Costing 3-star 4-star 5-star
Now - 31 March 2013 $3,299 $3,499 $3,799


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.