Iconic New South Wales - Self-Drive Special

Most of Australia is still untouched and in its natural state. As already mentioned, Australia is the perfect place to sunbathe at stunning beaches, go diving at the Great Barrier Reef (more on that below), bask in wide-open spaces, and camp surrounded by wildlife.

Iconic New South Wales - Self-Drive Special

Day 1

Arrive in SydneyWelcome to Sydney, spectacularly draped around its glorious harbor and beaches, has visual wow factor like few other cities. Marvel at the iconic Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge, catch the ferry to Manly, have a swim at Bondi Beach and stroll through the historic Rocks district. Upon your arrival at Sydney Airport, you will make your way to the Car Rental desk, complete the formalities and begin your “Self Drive Sojourn”. Drive your way to the hotel and check-in (Please note the standard check in time would be at 15:00 hrs or subject to hotel discretion) Check in and rest of the day is at leisure or relaxing activities. Optional attraction: Show Boat Dinner Cruise without Transfers Join this iconic Sydney night-time experience and see Sydney’s longest running cabaret show, Voyage of Love. Travel in style on an authentic paddle wheeler with old-world charm and glamour unlike any other vessel plying Sydney Harbour. The outer decks and wrap-around verandas serve as fantastic viewing galleries to take in all the dazzling Sydney Harbour sights. Relax in the stylish air-conditioned interiors with gleaming woodwork lined with rich textured fabric, backlit marble, and a pillar less theatre-style layout. Enjoy a restaurant-style 3-course seated and served dinner with waiter service Overnight: Sydney

Day 2

Sydney | Merlin Entertainment 4 in 1 Pass | Sydney Opera House Guided Tour 1 HrAfter Breakfast, start your self drive journey by exploring the vibrant city of Sydney. Take advantage of the 4 in 1 Pass and discover the various attractions Sydney has to offer. The pass will include admission to Sydney Aquarium / Wild Life Sydney / Sydney Tower Eye / Madame Tussauds and even Opera House Guide Tour, designed more than 60 years ago; it is now considered one of the greatest buildings of all time. It is a work of art that came in existence against impossible odds and went on to become one of the busiest performing art centers in the world, putting Sydney on the map forever. During this tour, you will discover the stories, history, and magic of Sydney Opera House as you follow the friendly guide underneath the sails and into the UNESCO World Heritage masterpiece. Learn how the Danish architect Jorn Utzon’s groundbreaking design and vision for world-class performing arts came into existence. Meals: Breakfast Overnight: Sydney

Day 3

Luna Park general Entrance Ticket (Not Operational Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday)Post breakfast, you will have the admission ticket to one of the oldest theme park in Australia. Luna Park Sydney is most iconic and heritage-listed amusement park in Sydney and has got something for all the fun-lovers and thrill-seekers. Luna Park is one of two amusement parks in the world that are protected by government legislation; several of the buildings on the site are also listed on the (now defunct) Register of the National Estate and the New South Wales State Heritage Register. With spectacular views of Sydney Harbour, Luna Park is an amusement park for children and the young at heart. You’ll have lots of fun on rides such as the Ferris wheel and the Tango Train on the edge of one of the world’s most beautiful harbours. The entrance to Luna Park is a giant smiling face of the Moon. You can see the beaming smile at Milsons Point from harbourside vantage points around the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Circular Quay, including ferries arriving at and departing the quay. Optional attraction: Sea Plane (Sydney Secrets) without Transfers (Available Wednesday to Sunday.) For a tasting plate of the best on offer in Sydney, take to the airways with Sydney Seaplanes. Find out for yourself why Sydney’s Harbour is regarded as one of the best in the world on this enchanting half-hour flight. INCLUDES30-minute scenic flight 3-course a-la carte lunch (share any entrée including our delicious Appellation Oysters, 1 main and 1 dessert per person) 1 glass of bubbles per person Meals: Breakfast Overnight: Sydney

Day 4

Sydney | Blue Mountains Tour on Self Drive | > Travel Time of approx 1.5 hourBreakfast at the hotel. Today you self drive to one of the major attractions in Sydney. Explore the World- Heritage listed Blue Mountains, enjoy crisp, clean, fresh mountain top air with distant blue haze horizons overlooking deep ravines with rainforest carpeting the valley floor. Waterfalls, sleepy hamlets and the rich warm smell of the Australian bush make this a very special place for every visitor. Arrive at hotel complete your check in procedure and enjoy the evening in beautiful mountains. Meals: Breakfast Overnight: Hotel in / near the Blue Mountain.

Day 5

Featherdale Wild Life Park and Scenic WorldSee the dramatic landscapes of the Blue Mountains from different perspectives on this action-packed day with admission to Featherdale wild Life Park and Scenic World. Nestled in the World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains, Scenic World offers a self-guided nature-based experience like no other. Today Scenic World is home to the Scenic Railway, the world’s steepest passenger train originally built to haul coal up from a mine in the Jamison Valley; the Scenic Skyway, the only horizontal-passenger-carrying cable car in Australia, which crosses the Jamison Valley at a height of 270 metres; and the Scenic Cableway, the steepest aerial cable car in the Southern Hemisphere providing magnificent views of Orphan Rock, Mount Solitary and surrounding cliff faces. Come experience Australia's unique wildlife up close at Featherdale Wildlife Park, home to the world's largest collection of Australian wildlife. It doesn’t matter what your age is at Featherdale Wildlife Park. Everyone who visits the park has the opportunity to get up-close-and-personal with some of Australia’s native animals. Featherdale has created a unique environment in an urban setting with a natural bush for the animals to be at home. Explore the park and see how their conservation efforts have helped keep the animals safe and healthy. Meals: Breakfast Overnight: Hotel in / near the Blue Mountain

Day 6

Proceed to Sydney from Blue Mountains > Travel Time of approx 1.5 hourBreakfast at the hotel and with a beautiful image of the Blue Mountains in your mind; you will head back to Sydney. The 90-minute drive away offers the perfect road trip that lets you discover another side of the city replete with natural beauty and thrilling adventures. Enroute visit Black town & Penrith the small town in Australia. Arrive at the hotel and post check in, rest of the day free for leisure or opt for the below activities. Optional attraction: Show Boat Dinner Cruise without Transfers Join this iconic Sydney night-time experience and see Sydney’s longest running cabaret show, Voyage of Love. Travel in style on an authentic paddle wheeler with old-world charm and glamour unlike any other vessel plying Sydney Harbour. The outer decks and wrap-around verandas serve as fantastic viewing galleries to take in all the dazzling Sydney Harbour sights. Relax in the stylish air-conditioned interiors with gleaming woodwork lined with rich textured fabric, backlit marble, and a pillar less theatre-style layout. Enjoy a restaurant-style 3-course seated and served dinner with waiter service Optional attraction: Sydney Tower 4D Experience + Skywalk Optional attraction: Sydney Tower 4D Experience + Skywalk (Flight should be after 1400 HRS) Nestled at the highest point of the city, the Observation Deck offers the ultimate view of Sydney’s beaches and neighborhoods, with vistas as far as the Blue Mountains. Offering both day and night viewing slots, state-of-the-art multilingual touchscreens provide an interactive introduction to some of the city’s famous landmarks, and the high-powered binoculars give you an even closer look. Then, uncover a new dimension to Sydney with the brand new 4D cinema experience. See what makes Sydney work, through a new perspective of spectacular footage that transports you across Sydney Harbour and coastline, and takes you to iconic landmarks and events. Nestled at the highest point of the city, the Observation Deck offers the ultimate view of Sydney’s beaches and neighborhoods, with vistas as far as the Blue Mountains. Offering both day and night viewing slots, state-of-the-art multilingual touchscreens provide an interactive introduction to some of the city’s famous landmarks, and the high-powered binoculars give you an even closer look. Then, uncover a new dimension to Sydney with the brand new 4D cinema experience. See what makes Sydney work, through a new perspective of spectacular footage that transports you across Sydney Harbour and coastline, and takes you to iconic landmarks and events.. Meals: Breakfast Overnight: Sydney

Day 7

Depart SydneyBreakfast at the hotel and free time until check out (depending on the flight departure time) Gather your memories of your tour and head to the airport to drop off the self drive vehicle. Alternatively, if you have an evening or night flight then you can opt for the below activity. Optional attraction: Jet Boat Ride 30 Min (Flight should be after 1400 HRS) The awesome Oz Jet Boating adventure begins in Circular Quay and is a thrilling combination of sightseeing and traditional jet boating with spins, slides, power-break stops and fish-tails. It is a unique combination of sightseeing and fun that makes the Oz Jet Experience a must-do when in Sydney. The Oz Jet Boating experience will take you on a hot-lap of Sydney Harbour. Meals: Breakfast Do spare a few minutes to share your feedback with our representative or via email - as your valued suggestions will be most appreciated. Arrive home with pleasant memories of your overseas tour, which you are sure you will treasure for a lifetime.

Overview

Australia, the world's sixth-largest country, is a diverse and vast land known for its stunning natural beauty, unique wildlife, vibrant cities, and laid-back lifestyle. It is a continent-country located in the southern hemisphere, comprising the mainland, Tasmania, and several smaller islands. Australia has to offer Sydney, Great Barrier Reef, Uluru, Melbourne, Great Ocean Road, Kangaroo Island, Gold Coast, Tasmania, Whitsunday Islands, Aboriginal Culture.

Policy

Inclusions

What your tour price includes?

MELBOURNE:

Orientation tour of Melbourne
Guided tour of Melbourne Cricket Ground
Great Ocean Road

CANBERRA

City Tour with Parliament House

SYDNEY:

City tour of Sydney
Visit to famous Bondi Beach
Visit Sydney Aquarium
Visit the World Famous Madame Tussauds Wax Museum
Visit the Sydney Wildlife World
Visit Sydney Tower – including 3D show.

Return economy class group airfare as per the itinerary.
Cost of Visa & Medical Insurance for the duration of the tour.
Sightseeing, accommodation & services as per the above mentioned itinerary.
All transfers & excursions with entrance fees (as specified in the itinerary) by a deluxe air-conditioned coach.
Services of a professional, friendly & multilingual Indiano Tour Manager (Subject to minimum 25 customers) or a local Representative.

VISA REQUIREMENTS:

Any further increase in the same has to be borne by the passengers.

Exclusions

What your tour price does not include?

If you wish to travel in advance i.e. before the published departure date as mentioned in the brochure or like to come back on a later date after the tour ends, there will be an additional charge that will be applicable (subject to availability of seats for the given dates & ticket validity) which will be advised to you by our sales staff / travel agent. Kindly note, the deviation will be actioned only 30 Days prior to departure date.
Mandatory Tipping for on tour Services (Coach Driver, Local Guides etc.)
It is mandatory to pay AUD 5 per person/per day. Our Tour Manager will be collecting the same on Day 1 of the Tour.
Any increase in the airfare charged by the airline on your air ticket (presently calculated as of 1st May 2023)
PCR test in India & Australia
Applicable Government Taxes are additional.
The tour cost does not include POE charges & passport charges.
No porterage included.
Any expenses of personal nature such as porterage, laundry expenses, mini-bar, mineral water, telephone charges, food & drink that are not a part of the package.
Additional Meals that is not mentioned in the above itinerary.
Cost of excursions, city sightseeing, entrance fees & local guides availed of by the passengers, other than that mentioned in the above itinerary.
Cost of Optional Excursions.
There is a possibility that your Tour Manager could change in-between the tour.
On days when you are taking internal flights, there is a possibility that we might provide packed meal in case the flight timing does not suit the meal time.
As a third person in a Triple room, in some cities no extra bed or cot will be provided. Instead a room with two queen beds will be provided. OR in some cities a king bed with a roll away bed will be provided. Taxes as applicable extra.
For certain departures, we may re-route the itinerary. However all sightseeing & inclusions will remain the same. On some occasions you may have to join another group in case the group does not have adequate members
Land surcharges due to Local Events applicable on certain departures.
Some optional excursions are subject to minimum 20 paying passengers OR if less than 20 passengers then the optional will operates on Seat in Coach basis’s.
Optional tours are booked & paid on 100% non-refundable & non cancellation policy.
A person below 12 years of age on date of return flight will be considered a child.
A baby below 24 months age on date of return flight will be considered an infant.
Functioning of Air cooling/Air conditioning in hotels is subject to official declaration of summer by the local authority.
Security alerts and random closures might affect the itinerary.
All the internal flights will allow one piece of check in bag per person up to 20kg and carryon luggage will be upto 7kgs only.
For Australia it is essential to carry your warm clothes & umbrella.
For Showboat dinner cruise advisable dress code is formals, semi formals, smart casuals and traditional.