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Love Is In The Air

This is a slow-paced tour with longer stays in each location, perfect for couples, particularly honeymooners who want to experience the vibrancy of Sydney as well as some time to relax on the beautiful beaches of the Great Barrier Reef. Do as much or as little as you like as you combine Sydney’s premier city destination with the serene beauty of the tropical Whitsunday Islands.

ITINERARY

Day 1 - Arrive Sydney (3 nights)

Day 2- Sydney City Tour

Day 3 - Your Day, Your Way in Sydney

Day 4 - Blue Mountains (2 nights)

Day 5 - Your Day, Your Way in the Blue Mountains

Day 6 - Fly to Hamilton Island (5 nights)

Day 7 - Your Day, Your Way on Hamilton Island

Day 8 - Your Day, Your Way on Hamilton Island

Day 9 - Your Day, Your Way on Hamilton Island

Day 10 - Your Day, Your Way on Hamilton Island

Day 11 - Fly Home or Extend Your Trip

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 - Welcome to Australia

Upon arrival at Sydney’s modern Kingsford Smith International Airport you will be met by your driver and escorted to your centrally located hotel by private vehicle. Enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure, to recover from the long journey and get a first taste of this exciting city.

Day 2 - Sydney City Tour

This morning you will enjoy a guided tour of Sydney. After meeting your guide in your hotel, you will visit the Royal Botanic Gardens, where you will take a short stroll and learn about some of Australia’s native flora. From here you can take that perfect photo of the Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge.

After driving through the lively neighborhoods of Kings Cross and Woolloomooloo, you will explore some of the beautiful secluded bays and see where the locals hang out. No visit to Sydney would be complete without a visit to the iconic Bondi Beach where you will see surfers and enjoy the local beach vibe before returning to the city for a brief stop in Chinatown on the way back to your hotel.

Day 3 - Your Day, Your Way in Sydney

Enjoy a day at your leisure to explore this vibrant city. There’s plenty to do, from strolling around the Circular Quay area, with its wide range of restaurants overlooking Sydney Harbour, to catching a ferry out to Manly Beach, where locals go for a day out. There’s great shopping here; look for Australian opals in the jewelry stores and definitely check out the original Aboriginal artwork in one of the many Aboriginal art galleries and maybe buy an authentic didgeridoo to take home with you.

Day 4 - Blue Mountains Tour

Today you will have an unforgettable experience touring the Blue Mountains. Approximately a two-hour drive west of the city, this world heritage site is named for the blue haze that appears from its eucalyptus trees. You will enjoy spectacular vistas of the amazing scenery as we get off the beaten track, as well as enjoying a bird’s eye view of the area from the Scenic Cableway and Scenic Skyway cable cars before traveling up the steepest incline railway in the world - the Scenic Railway.

Day 5 - Your Day, your Way in the Blue Mountains

Enjoy a day at your leisure in the Blue Mountains. There’s plenty to do here, from seeing some of the beautiful lookouts and waterfalls to exploring the many walking trails. If you just want to take it easy, enjoy a spa treatment or some fine dining at your hotel, or visit some of the delightful cafes and shops in the quaint villages nearby.

Day 6 - Fly to Hamilton Island

Situated in Queensland’s spectacular Whitsunday Islands and on the edge of the Great Barrier Reef, Hamilton Island is a wonderful place to experience beautiful, quiet beaches, calm, warm waters, stunning underwater coral reefs and diverse nature. The Whitsunday Islands are a tropical paradise of powder white sand beaches and turquoise waters with undersea life on the nearby Great Barrier Reef unmatched anywhere else on Earth.

There’s plenty to do here, from sailing or motor boat excursions to the reef and spectacular Whitehaven Beach, to snorkeling, SCUBA diving, scenic flights by light aircraft or helicopter over the reef, seasonal whale watching, bushwalking trails and fun activities like quad-biking, go-karting and parasailing. Your hotel on Hamilton Island offers peace and quiet and solitude for you to do as much or as little as you like.

Days 7-10 - Your Day, Your Way on Hamilton Island

Spend your time as you please enjoying the pristine beauty of the island and its surroundings. We will be happy to offer suggestions for activities to suit your particular interests.

Day 11 - Depart for Home / Optional Extension

This morning you will be met by your driver and escorted to Cairns’ airport for your flight home, or to continue to another exciting part of Australia.

Hotels listed below are given as suggestions only to illustrate the standard of hotels used.

Sydney - Parkroyal Darling Harbour - 4 Star - Luxury

Located on Darling Harbour, the Parkroyal offers premium accommodation within minutes of the city’s most well-known sights and attractions. Many of the hotel's rooms enjoy views over Darling Harbour and nearby landmarks such as Cockle Bay, King Street Wharf and the Sydney Convention Centre. Hotel facilities include a gymnasium and business center as well as a choice of dining options including 24 hour room service.

Sydney - Shangri-La Hotel Sydney - 5 star - Deluxe

The Shangri-La’s location offers stunning views of Sydney’s spectacular harbour, the Sydney Harbour Bridge and the world-famous Sydney Opera House. It is positioned in an elevated location overlooking the interesting, historic Rocks district and offers spacious and inspired luxury guest rooms and suites, with the city center’s largest accommodations among Sydney hotels. In addition, the hotel offers some of the city’s best dining, including the Altitude Restaurant and Blu Bar, both offering spectacular views of the city.

Blue Mountains - Mountain Heritage Hotel & Spa Retreat - 4 Star - Luxury

This is a multi-award winning luxury retreat offering beautiful accommodations and unrivaled panoramic views across the World Heritage listed Blue Mountains. Located just a few minutes’ walk down a winding, leafy road from the center of the town of Katoomba, this elegant property captures the romance and charm of yesteryear while providing all modern luxuries.

No two rooms are alike, each featuring its own individual style and grace, while the Jamison Views Restaurant offers an ever changing menu of fresh local fine cuisine.

Blue Mountains - Lilianfels Resort& Spa - 5 Star - Deluxe

Lilianfels Resort is a renowned haven for relaxation in one of the country’s most beautiful destinations. This multi-award winning property is set among meticulously manicured gardens, overlooking some of the most spectacular scenery in the Blue Mountains National Park.

Featuring 85 luxuriously appointed rooms and suites, heated indoor and outdoor pools, tennis courts, a games room, library, gym and a spa, there’s plenty for you to do while staying here. Lilianfels is conveniently located a few minutes’ walk to the iconic 3 sisters rock formation, and a short walk to shopping and restaurants in the town of Katoomba.

Hamilton Island / Whitsundays - Beach Club - 4-star Luxury

With a spectacular beachfront location, the recently refurbished Beach Club is a perfect romantic island vacation experience. With landscaped tropical gardens, all 57 contemporary, intimate rooms face directly onto Catseye Beach, each offering a private courtyard or balcony. VIP return chauffeur service airport / marina transfers are offered, as well as complimentary non-motorized water sports and use of the hotel’s gym, spa, sauna and tennis courts. The Beach Club lounge and infinity edge pool is reserved exclusively for hotel guests.

Hamilton Island / Whitsundays - qualia - 5 star - Deluxe

Located on the northern tip of Hamilton Island, qualia is a unique Australian expression of luxury. The 60 exquisitely appointed guest rooms sit in perfect harmony with the spectacular natural beauty of the island, and exclusive facilities for guests include 2 infinity-edge pools, 2 restaurants, the luxurious Spa qualia and a private beach. Offering VIP chauffeur service, use of a golf cart during your stay and VIP return transfers to Hamilton Island airport or marina, getting to and from the resort couldn’t be easier. All non-motorized water sports are included in your stay here.

Optional Extensions

Uluru / Ayers Rock (2-3 nights)

A visit to this iconic destination is a must. In addition to seeing this awe-inspiring monolith up close, you can connect with the world’s oldest culture on a guided Aboriginal cultural tour. Your Aboriginal guide will give you a fascinating insight into the history and culture of Australia’s first people sharing with you stories of dreamtime legends. Dine under the stars with the backdrop of Uluru in the peaceful surroundings of the desert or take an unforgettable hot air balloon or helicopter ride over the area for a truly unforgettable view.

Kangaroo Island (2-3 nights)

This beautiful island in South Australia has a huge variety of different landscapes and environments. It’s also Australia’s leading wildlife destination and a fantastic place to experience some soft adventure while you walk amongst fur seals on the beach at Seal Bay, see koalas up close and marvel at the large numbers of kangaroos. This is a wonderful destination for any nature lover.

Tasmania (3-4 nights)

Located in far south-east Australia the island of Tasmania could practically qualify as a separate continent in itself due to its unparalleled diversity. The pristine serenity, spectacular beauty and clean air of its rugged coastlines and mountains make it a destination like no other. There’s amazing wildlife here, great food and wine and a rich history, as well as beautiful beaches, stunning scenery everywhere you look and some of the best walks in the world.

3, 4 or 7-night Cruise on the Great Barrier Reef

This unforgettable small vessel (44 passengers) cruise to the outer Barrier Reef will allow you to see parts of this pristine ecosystem rarely visited by day trippers from the coast. Every day you will visit a different reef, where you can snorkel, swim or SCUBA dive among coral and fish in clear, tropical waters. A resident marine biologist is on board to give briefings and explanations to further help you learn more about this amazing place. Your spacious and stylish en-suite private accommodation on board features large picture windows and fresh, creative local food is served in the dining room. Attentive service is always on hand from your friendly, well trained Australian and New Zealand crew.

Fully guided, private tours are priced from:

Luxury - US$5850 per person (4 star hotels)

Deluxe - US$7695 per person (5 star hotels)

Ultra-Luxe - US$10950 per person

Prices are per person, based on two people sharing a double room in low season.

Hotels listed on the Hotels Tab are given as suggestions only to illustrate the standard of hotels used.

Price Includes:

All hotels as described in the itinerary
Services of our representatives while in Australia
All transportation and tours as described in the itinerary in air-conditioned vehicles
Sightseeing and entrance fees
Meals as described in the itinerary

Price Excludes:

International flights
Travel insurance
Meals other than those listed in the itinerary
Gratuities for guides and drivers
Sightseeing other than described in the itinerary
Additional room charges of a personal nature in hotels (eg: room service, laundry, phone calls, etc.)