SYDNEY, REEF AND RAINFOREST 12-DAY INDEPENDENT TOUR
Experience complete relaxation by tasting Australia's exotic location. Travel to Hamilton Island or Haymon Island, Cairns, Daintree rainforest and Sydney .

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Day 2 You cross the International Dateline: The International Date Line is an imaginary line on the earth’s surface that approximately coincides with the 180th meridian (LONGITUDE), and separates the calendar date. Traveling east across the line takes the traveler back one day; traveling west takes the traveler forward one day. 

Day 3 Welcome to Sydney, Australia: On arrival into Sydney you will need to clear customs and make your way to the domestic terminal for your flight north to Hamilton Island.

Hamilton Island is the largest inhabited island in the beautiful Whitsundays located just off the Queensland Coast. With direct flights daily, a wide range of restaurants, activities, shops and regular daily tours to The Great Barrier Reef and Whitehaven Beach, it's no wonder we're Australia's favorite island holiday destination.

Located in the magnificent Whitsunday’s and close to the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef, Hamilton Island is a place to experience everything or enjoy doing absolutely nothing. The weather is pleasant all year round with temperatures perfect for sun and swimming. As the Hamilton slogan says, it's the island that is spoiling Australia, and the world.

Days 4-6 At leisure, Hamilton Island: As the ultimate Great Barrier Reef holiday destination, Hamilton Island is the perfect gateway to explore the unique tropical environment of the Whitsunday’s like Whitehaven Beach or Heart Reef. Organized activities, scenic excursions, places to shop, ways to keep busy and entertained or places to wind down and take it easy.  There really are more things to see and do than you ever imagined.

Day 7 Fly Hamilton Island to Cairns: Upon arrival into Cairns you will be transferred to your accommodation up in the Daintree Rainforest.

The heart of the tropical north, Cairns offers great access to reef and islands and is a perfect base for exploring the wider region. With 600 day tours departing the city daily there is plenty to do.

Day 8 Tour - Daintree Rainforest full day tour: Departing from Cape tribulation Resorts, travel toward the southern reaches of Cape Tribulation National Park.  A stop is made to walk on Maardja Boardwalk in a spectacular and fascinating rainforest mangrove area.  We visit the Daintree Environmental Centre for the opportunity to understand more about this unique part of the world.  Climb the 25 meter canopy tower and experience life from the tree-tops.

Following morning tea, the trail leads inland to Thorntons Peak.  Immerse yourself in the natural environment, swimming in pristine streams and feasting on gourmet sandwiches deep in the rainforest.  Travel to Cooper Creek for a 1-hour discovery cruise.  Watch for abundant bird-life, pythons and the estuarine crocodiles that inhabit this coastal mangrove system (sightings not guaranteed).

En route back to your resort, pleasure your taste buds with exotic homemade ice cream at the Daintree Ice Cream Factory (own expense).  Tour duration is 8 hours.

Day 9 At leisure, Daintree Rainforest

Fly 10: Fly Cairns to Sydney: Transfer back to Cairns. Upon arrival you'll be transferred to your hotel.

Sydney's sparkling harbor is the jewel of the city' crown. It's flanked by golden beaches and bush land, and is bisected by one of the most famous bridges in the world.

Day 11: Sydney half day tour: Sydney truly is one of the most beautiful cities in the world with its spectacular harbor setting, fascinating convict history, bustling downtown area and an exciting blend of architecture, ranging from convict built early colonial style reflecting our heritage, through to the world famous Sydney Opera House.

This is a very special small-group tour designed to give you a feel for this great city by showing you more than just the normal must-see 'tourist sites' Because we only use small luxury mini-vans, we will get behind the scenes to some fascinating city and suburban areas.  Your driver is a very experienced private guide able to answer questions and discuss things of interest, with the knowledge and flexibility to cater for most interests.

You will be collected late morning from your hotel to see the highlights of downtown Sydney before venturing into some of the exclusive harbor-side residential areas where we stop for a 2 course lunch at the Vaucluse House Tea Rooms. Vaucluse House is one of Australia’s most historic houses and was home to the father of the Australian Constitution. From lunch we continue our sightseeing including the famous areas of Bondi Beach and Paddington before returning to the city to commence a leisurely cruise of magnificent Sydney Harbour aboard a sailing catamaran.  Your cruise ends at Circular Quay and Darling Harbour by 5pm, from where you make your own way to your hotel.

Day 12 At leisure, Sydney: At your leisure to explore Sydney. Most of the major attractions of the city are within easy walking distance from your accommodation – Sydney Opera House, Darling Harbour, Centrepoint Tower, Circular Quay, The Rocks, etc.  During your stay ideally you should take a harbor cruise around one of the most beautiful harbours in the world, maybe take a short trip to one of the wildlife parks to see the unique animals (koalas and kangaroos) Australia has. Climb to the top of the Harbour Bridge for some awesome views, and after all that, enjoy the great restaurants that Sydney has to offer. The local chefs take full advantage of the fresh seafood and produce.

Day 13 Fly Sydney to USA: You will be transferred to the airport for your departure flight