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Australia Family Vacation

Australia Family Vacation

This Discover Down Under family vacation from Adventures by Disney invites you to discover the Great Barrier Reef, Ayers Rock (Uluru), Sydney and finally Tasmania. From exploring the world's oldest rainforest to chasing ghosts on a night walk in the ruins of a 19th-century prison, immerse yourself in the story of Australia. Travel to the rugged continent that's home to the timeless culture of the Aborigines on this excursion of a lifetime!

Trip Dates:

Departures available from December 2011 through to December 2012

Length:

12 days

Accommodations:

  • Sea Temple Resort & Spa, Palm Cove
  • Voyages Desert Gardens Inn Hotel
  • Sheraton on the Park, Sydney
  • Freycinet Lodge
  • Grand Chancellor Hotel

Meals:

  • 11 breakfasts
  • 8 lunches
  • 8 dinners

Locations:

Australia, Tasmania

Transportation:

  • Coach Transportation
  • Internal flights

Package Inclusions

  • The services of two Adventure Guides
  • Family Activities and special fun for the kids
  • Accommodations
  • Scheduled meals, activities & entertainment
  • Luggage service
  • Transportation within your adventure
  • Cultural entertainment with local experts
  • VIP access and exclusive activities

 

  • Great Barrier Reef: View the dazzling array of sea life by snorkeling among the coral forests and shimmering fish of the world's largest tropical reef. A marine biologist is on hand to answer your questions.
  • Explore Scenic Sydney: While in Sydney, pedal around scintillating Sydney Harbour on a privately guided bike tour, visit the stunning Sydney Opera House, and get a private surfing lesson at the famous Bondi Beach.
  • Tasmania Discovery: Soar over eucalyptus trees on zip lines. Paddle a sea kayak on the brilliant waters of Coles Bay. And enjoy a private visit of the Tasmanian Devils and other intriguing animals at the Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary.
  • Ayers Rock (Uluru): Head off to Australia's famed outback for a privately guided hike around the base of sacred Ayers Rock also known by its Aboriginal name, Uluru.
  • Aboriginal Cultural Park: Participate in Aboriginal traditions as Tjapukai tribe members share their culture with song and dance. Listen to a didgeridoo and learn how to throw a boomerang and a spear.

 

Adventures by Disney

Adventures by Disney

Travel with Adventures by Disney and let us share the world's stories with you. It starts with our amazing Adventure Guides, thoughtful hosts who help immerse you in the true stories of your destination. And then there are the destinations themselves, some of the world's best places. And of course, the experiences you'll share will be beyond your wildest dreams. All with the high quality and service you know you'll get with Disney.

  • Days 1 & 2: Your Australian adventure begins with a welcome reception at your seaside resort. The next day, you'll board a catamaran and sail out to the Great Barrier Reef. Go on a snorkeling expedition with a marine biologist or explore below inside a semi-submersible sub. Dinner is a genuine Aussie Barbecue at Hartley's Crocodile Adventure, where you'll meet the crocs up close!
  • Day 3: Visit the Tjapukai Aboriginal Culture Park. Your Aborigine hosts will entertain you with traditional song, dance and didgeridoo music before inviting you to participate in such cultural experiences as spear and boomerang throwing. Next, visit Kuranda Village, then take a ride on the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway. In the evening, indulge in a special dinner, featuring masterful storytelling and entertainment, at Flames of the Forest.
  • Days 4 & 5: It's off to the Outback for a privately guided hike around the base of sacred Uluru (Ayers Rock to us mates). After dark, search the star drenched night sky with the help of a local expert. The next morning, wind your way through the mysterious geological passageways of Kata Tjuta.
  • Days 6 & 7: On your first full day in Sydney, enjoy a privately guided bike ride through the city, followed by a lunch cruise around scenic Sydney Harbour and a tour of the famed Sydney Opera House. The next day, visit Bondi Beach for private surfing lessons. The rest of the afternoon is yours to spend taking in the local sites, such as Sydney Harbour Bridge.
  • Days 8 & 9: The Tasmanian leg of your journey is about to begin! Start with a thrilling zipline ride over an ancient eucalyptus forest. Then, spend the next morning kayaking in the crystal waters of Coles Bay before taking a guided hike to the Wineglass Bay Overlook. Junior Adventurers will end their exciting day with a game night back at the lodge - located right on the beach in the heart of pristine Freycinet National Park.
  • Day 10: Today, indulge in a taste of Tasmania with visits to Kate's Berry Farm and the Meadowbank Winery. At the winery, adults will sample the local vintages while the Junior Adventurers partake in some lawn bowling fun. Later, the Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary hosts us for a private visit with such local characters as wombats, wallabies, koalas and Tasmanian Devils.
  • Days 11 & 12: After breakfast, spend the morning exploring the colourful Salamanca Market in Hobart. Next, journey to historic Port Arthur for an afternoon exploring the grounds and museum. Then, enjoy a unique and unforgettable farewell dinner in this storied former prison. Afterward, go “ghost walking” by lantern light in search of restless spirits.

 

For reservations or additional information, call 1-866-286-9323 to speak with an experienced travel consultant.

 

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