Ultimate Australia (2009)

17 days from only $4295 (plus government taxes and fees)

Melbourne • Adelaide • Ayers Rock • Great Barrier Reef • Cape Tribulation • Sydney

Including roundtrip airfare from Los Angeles

Small Groups: Never more than 10-16 passengers — guaranteed!

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Single Travelers: If requested and available, single supplement is ~~$995~~ FREE when you reserve by January 31, 2009. Applies to new bookings and base trip bookings only.

Save $1000 per couple on select JAN-JUN departures. Applies to new bookings only. Prices shown reflect savings. You must reserve by 12/5/08.

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Explore the world's smallest continent on a grand adventure. In our OAT small group, we'll leave the well-trodden path to uncover some of Australia's best-kept secrets. Board a catamaran and learn about reef wildlife from a naturalist. Delve into the remote rain forest habitats of Cape Tribulation, an ecological treasure trove. Our small group even affords us a unique perspective on the more familiar landmarks: snorkel or swim at the Great Barrier Reef's Low Isles, and explore the caves and water holes around the base of Uluru—Ayers Rock—the heart of the red, rugged Outback. The variety continues as we feel the pulse of Australia's cultural centers, from Melbourne to Adelaide to Sydney. And throughout, we'll meet the people whose lives have been shaped by this magnificent continent. Join us as we discover the Ultimate Australia.

Summary Itinerary

Itinerary subject to change. Alternate itineraries may be available.

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Day

1 Fly to Melbourne
2 Fly to Melbourne
3-4 Explore Melbourne : The Crossley Hotel
Meals: 1B, 1D
5 Fly to Adelaide : Chifley on South Terrace Hotel or similar
Meals: 1B, 1D
6 Explore Adelaide/Optional Kangaroo Island : Chifley on South Terrace Hotel
Meals: 1B
7-8 Fly to Alice Springs : All Seasons Alice Springs Oasis
Meals: 2B, 1D
9 Transfer to Ayers Rock : Outback Pioneer Hotel
Meals: 1B, 1L
10 Fly to Port Douglas : Sea Temple Port Douglas
Meals: 1B
11 Port Douglas/Sail to the Great Barrier Reef : Sea Temple Port Douglas
Meals: 1B, 1L
12-13 Transfer to Cape Tribulation : Cape Tribulation Resort & Spa
Meals: 2B, 1L, 2D
14-16 Fly to Sydney/Explore the City : Metro Hotel Sydney
Meals: 3B, 1D
17 Fly to Los Angeles or Begin Tour Post-Trip Extension to New Zealand
Meals: 1B