ITINERARY . INCLUSIONS . EXCLUSIONS . HOTELS . BOOKING INFO . CANCELLATION POLICY

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DAY-BY-DAY ITINERARY

(Nov 8-21, 2012)

 

Day 1- Nov 8, 2012 Arrive Sydney

Arrive Sydney. Check-in to your hotel. Tonight meet your tour leader and enjoy a short briefing about the tour. Overnight at your hotel in Sydney.

Hotel: Intercontinental Sydney Hotel – 5*

 

Day 2 -Nov 9, 2012 Sydney (B/L)

After breakfast board private coach for sightseeing tour of Sydney including Southern Beaches, Sydney Opera House (includes 1 Hour Tour), Mrs Macquarie’s Chair, The Rocks, Darling Harbour and Lunch Cruise on Sydney Harbour. Tour terminates at your hotel where the remainder of the evening is free at your leisure. Overnight in Sydney.

Hotel: Intercontinental Sydney Hotel – 5*

 

 

Day 3 - Nov 10, 2012 Sydney (B/L)

Full breakfast at the hotel. Meet your Local Guide then board private coach for Full Day Blue Mountains Tour including Featherdale Wildlife Park + Scenic World – 2 Rides and Lunch at a local restaurant.

After lunch, we will drive to the Historic Sydney Observatory . The handsome stone observatory building with its distinctive copper telescope domes is set in gardens on top of Observatory Hill. It overlooks parkland and glorious Sydney Harbour - a natural oasis not far from the centre of the city. It is only a few minutes walk from most of the highlights of the historic and charming Rocks precinct: craft centres, cobbled laneways, stone cottages, cosy cafes and characterful pubs. Tour terminates at your hotel where the remainder of the evening is free at your leisure. Overnight in Sydney.

Hotel: Intercontinental Sydney Hotel – 5*

Day 4 – Nov 11, 2012 Sydney / Cairns (B)

Morning is free to explore the city on your own. Meet at the lobby and transfer to Sydney Airport for your flight to Cairns this afternoon. Upon your arrival in Cairns, meet your local tour guide and then transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Cairns.

Hotel: Shangri-la The Marina Hotel – 5*

 

Day 5 – Nov 12, 2012 Sydney / Cairns / Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park (B/L)

After breakfast, meet your local tour guide and then transfer to Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park showcases the “People of the Rainforest’s” indigenous culture, allowing guests to watch theatrical performances and engage in interactive activities, to learn the traditional culture and customs of the Tjapukai people. Your Tjapukai by Day cultural experience includes: Face painting on arrival, Creation and History Theatre presentations, Tjapukai Dance Theatre cultural performance, Bush foods and Medicine show that includes bush food sampling, Didgeridoo demonstration, try fire making the traditional way in our Cultural Village, Boomerang and Spear throwing complete with a traditional tutorial. An international buffet lunch is available in their Boomerang Restaurant.

 

Later board private coach for transfer to the hotel for check in. Overnight in Cairns.

Hotel: Shangri-la The Marina Hotel – 5*

 

 

Day 6- Nov 13, 2012 Cairns / Great Barrier Reef (B/L)

Full breakfast at the hotel. Meet your Local Guide in the lobby then board an Ocean Spirit Cruises coach (seat in coach transfer) will pick you up from your hotel for your transfer to Marlin Jetty, the departure point of your cruise. At 7.45am board your vessel to commence a full day cruise to Michaelmas Cay, which is a low lying vegetated Sand Cay encircled by a superb fringing reef. The Cay is a National Park and a protected sanctuary for migratory seabirds. A wide range of activities are available, including snorkelling, semi-submersible tours and guided nature tours. Lunch is included. Cruise concludes at approximately 5.00pm, at which time hotel drop offs will commence. Upon arrival, we will have a short briefing and lecture by Prof. Schneider about the eclipse. Overnight in Cairns.

Hotel: Shangri-la The Marina Hotel – 5*

 

Day 7 – Nov 14, 2012 Cairns (B/D)

*********TOTAL SOLAR ECLIPSE***************

This morning, early wake up around 4.00am and get ready for the eclipse. We will observe the eclipse at the special reserved spot for Eclipse Traveler.

 

Weather predictions confirm that cloud prospects are good along the coast, especially in the region between Cairns and Port Douglas at the time of the eclipse.

 

5:44am ----------- Start of Partial eclipse

6:38:03am ------- Start of TOTAL ECLIPSE

6:40:07am -------- End of TOTAL ECLIPSE

7:40 am --------- End of Partial ECLIPSE

 

After the eclipse, we will celebrate with full breakfast and champagne. Rest of the day is at leisure to share your experience with fellow travellers. Tonight we will celebrate eclipse with cocktail and a gala dinner. Overnight in Cairns.

Hotel: Shangri-la The Marina Hotel – 5*

 

 

Day 8 – Nov 15, 2012 Cairns / Kuranda Scenic Railway tour (B)

After breakfast, transfer to The Freshwater Train Station. Kuranda Scenic Railway travels up one of the most impressive mountain ranges in Cairns Tropical North Queensland and through the spectacular Barron Gorge National Park. The next stop on this memorable journey is the magnificent Barron Falls Railway Station. Once at the station passengers alight and take some fantastic memorable photographs and are treated to magnificent views of the Barron River, Gorge and waterfalls. Barron Falls is one of the most popular sites in the World Heritage Rainforest. In the Green season Barron Falls really comes alive, and visitors regularly enjoy being shrouded in a spectacular cloud of mist off the raging waterfalls. Only minutes away from Barron Falls the train journey comes to an end at beautiful Kuranda Station. Kuranda train station is famous for its heritage listed buildings and award winning hanging fern gardens. You can enjoy refreshments at the delightful Kuranda Railway Tea Rooms. Transfer back to your hotel at the end of the tour. Overnight in Cairns.

Hotel: Shangri-la The Marina Hotel – 5*

 

 

Day 9 – Nov 16, 2012 Cairns / Ayers Rock (B/D)

You will be transferred to Cairns Airport for your morning flight to Ayers Rock. Arrive into Ayers Rock prior to 1:00pm and transfer to your hotel. Visit the Cultural Center and Maruku Arts & Crafts Cooperative. Take a guided walk to Mutitjulu waterhole. See cave paintings and hear the legends of Kuniya Tjukurpa. Tour the base of Uluru and learn about the geology and flora of the region on the Mala Walk. Explore Kantju Gorge, enjoy a complimentary glass of wine and the changing colors of Uluru at sunset. Dinner and overnight in Ayers Rock.

Hotel: Sails in the Desert Hotel – 5*

Day 10 – Nov 17, 2012 Kata Tjuta (the Olgas)—Kings Canyon (B/D)

Rise early and witness the day’s first light at Uluru. As the sun rises, travel to the giant domes of Kata Tjuta. Join a guided walk into majestic Walpa (Olga) Gorge. Marvel at the sheer walks that flank you as you enter the gorge. Travel to Kings Canyon. Dinner and overnight in Kings Canyon.

Hotel: Kings Canyon Resort – 3*

 

 

Day 11- Nov 18, 2012 Kings Canyon—Alice Springs (B/D)

Join a guided walk to the rim of Kings Canyon (requires a good level of fitness), or take the easier canyon floor walk. Depart for Alice Springs. Upon arrival , enjoy a town tour of “The Alice” including the Old Telegraph Station and Anzac Hill where you have panoramic views of the township and the rugged MacDonnell Ranges. Visit the School of the Air and the Royal Flying Doctor Service Base. Dinner and overnight in Alice Springs.

Hotel: Crowne Plaza Hotel – 4*

 

Day 12 – Nov 19, 2012 Alice Springs / Melbourne (B)

After breakfast, transfer to Alice Springs Airport for your flight to Melbourne. Upon arrival at Melbourne, Enjoy an afternoon tour of Melbourne including the Royal Botanic Gardens, St. Paul's Cathedral, Parliament House and the Shrine of Remembrance. Transfer to your hotel and overnight in Melbourne.

Hotel: Langham Melbourne Hotel – 5*

 

 

Day 13- Nov 20, 2012 Melbourne (B)

Enjoy a day at leisure in cosmopolitan Melbourne. Perhaps join an optional tour and ride on Puffing Billy followed by wine tasting in the Yarra Valley or tour along the famous Great Ocean Road to see the Twelve Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge. Overnight in Melbourne.

Hotel: Langham Melbourne Hotel – 5*

 

 

Day 14- Nov 21, 2012 Departure from Melbourne (B)

Check out and end of our services.

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Hotels:

• Sydney: IC Sydney Hotel (5*)
• Cairns: Shangri- La Marina Hotel (5*)
• Ayers Rock: Sails in the Desert Hotel (5*)
• Kings Canyon: Kings Canyon Resort (3*)
• Alice Springs: Crowne Plaza Hotel (4*)
• Melbourne: Langham Melbourne Hotel (5*)

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Tour Includes:

• Arrival and departure transfers if your international tickets are issued by Eclipse Traveler on group flights
• Hotel accommodations as listed in the itinerary
• Meals as indicated in the itinerary (B-Breakfast, l-Lunch, D- Dinner)
• Lectures by Astronomy professor Dr. Stephen Schenider
• Special eclipse celebration full cocktail before dinner on Nov 14
• Special eclipse celebration formal dinner on Oct 14
• Sightseeing tours as indicated in the itinerary
• English speaking tour guide during tours
• Experienced tour leader throughout the itinerary
• Private motor coach for transfers
• All admission fees to the sights and parks mentioned in the itinerary
• All local taxes and service charges
• Porterage at the hotels
• GST (Goods and services tax %10)
• Solar Eclipse glasses
• Eclipse Traveler Travel Documents Kit

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Booking Info:

• Land only (without any flights): $ 6,395 per person in double room
• Single Supplement: $ 2,395
• Deposit : $ 2000 - due at the time of booking
• Second payment : $ 2000 – due on May 18, 2011
• Final payment : due on March 14, 2012

Please send "Reservation form" and copies of travelers' passports along with your deposit

We accept credit card payments. Please fill-out and fax the "Credit Card Authorization form" and fax to 1-888-514-7070.

 

 

IMPORTANT: All tour prices and airfares quoted in this brochure are based on tariffs, costs, and exchange rates of the United States dollar that were in effect at the time of publication. Consequently, prices herein are subject to change. Details and costs will be advised prior to departure.

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Cancellation Policy:

• For cancellations made before May 18, 2011 there will be a $1000 per person cancellation penalty unless you find another passenger to replace your seat.
• For cancellations made on or after May 18, 2011 through March 14, 2012 there will be a $2000 per person cancellation penalty.
• There are no refunds after March 12, 2012.

 

 

Trip cancellation, health, and accident insurance is highly recommended , but not required.

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