Contiki > Contrast Reef and Rock

Contrast Reef and Rock
17 Days starting from $2,879

Countries Visited:
Australia

 

Length: 17 Days
Type:
Category: Regional Australia
Operator: Contiki
Tour Code: CONTIKI50
   
 
About This Tour


Featuring: Northern Territory, Queensland and New South Wales, including Uluru, Surfers Paradise and Sydney
Starting In Sydney and ending in Alice Springs

 
  • What's Included
  • Itinerary
  • Dates & Prices
  • Sightseeing Highlights
  • SPECIALS
Accomodations
* 14 nights twin share accommodation * Flight from Whitsundays to Alice Springs via Cairns * Breakfasts (B) and Dinners (D) as per itinerary * Local taxes and service charges

The Contiki Difference
* Free Contiki 'Travellers Checks' information book * Free Contiki Document Wallet

Depart for Australia (2 Days)
We fly over the international date line on our way to Sydney, in Australia.

Arrive Sydney (1 Days)
Check into your Travelodge Hotel Sydney after 2.00pm, the rest of the afternoon is free for you to explore.

Sydney to Coffs Harbour (1 Days)
Meet your Contiki crew and before heading across the famous Sydney Harbour Bridge, we'll make a photostop taking in the harbour and Opera House. Then to the picturesque vineyards of the Hunter Valley to sample some of the local Hunter wines before continuing along the 'holiday coast' to our accommodation at Coffs Harbour. Then it's playtime - a drink, a dip or maybe a stroll along the beach.

Coffs Harbour to Surfers Paradise (1 Days)
Heading northwards, we'll stop at Cape Byron, Australia's most easterly point. Then onto trendy Byron Bay where you can shop or swim. By evening, we'll have crossed the Queensland border arriving at Surfers Paradise. After dinner, try your luck at Jupiter's Casino!

Surfers Paradise (1 Days)
So much to do in the name of leisure. Here goes! Relax on 42km (26miles) of white sand beaches, or if you're feeling adventurous - why not try a tandem skydive or a Harley Davidson ride. All are available in Australia's biggest playground.

Surfers Paradise to Country Homestead (1 Days)
First up we'll take in the sights and sounds of Brisbane, before heading into the fertile farming lands of the Darling Downs. Enjoy a good ol' Aussie 'knees-up' tonight at our Country Homestead near Toowoomba.

Country Homestead to Fraser Island (1 Days)
Onwards to Noosa Heads with its stunning beaches and great shopping. We'll continue north along the coast meeting our launch to Fraser Island.

Fraser Island (1 Days)
Now you're on the largest sand island in the world! What to do? Here are a few clues. Why not take a 4-wheel drive bus tour through the rainforests, a guided bushwalk or a swim in the fresh water lakes? With this many options there's no chance of going troppo!

Fraser Island to Capricorn Coast (1 Days)
Returning to the mainland, we'll travel north to Rockhampton - gateway to the tropics. This evening why not come face-to-fang with huge estuarine crocodiles at the Koorana Crocodile Farm?

Capricorn Coast to the Whitsundays (1 Days)
On our way to Airlie Beach, gateway to the Whitsundays, we'll visit Mackay - Australia's sugar capital. Boarding our launch at Shute Harbour, we make the short journey to Long Island one of the jewels of the Whitsundays.

Whitsundays (1 Days)
Today's your chance to experience the Great Barrier Reef with an optional full day reef cruise. Snorkel amongst the coral and tropical fish that make the reef their home. This evening why not sip a cocktail as you watch the glorious sunset.

Whitsundays to Uluru (Ayers Rock) (1 Days)
We leave the tropical wonders of the Whitsundays for the arid Red Centre. Our flight takes us via Cairns straight to Alice Springs. We then drive past mysterious Mt. Connor en route to Uluru.

Uluru (1 Days)
Uluru National Park and the famous 'big rock' await. We'll watch the amazing warm hues of an Uluru sunrise, followed by a visit to the excellent Cultural Center housing a display of information on Aboriginal history and culture. Then why not jump on the back of a Harley Davidson motorcycle to take in more of the Spinifex plains? Maybe take a flight over the area or challenge the vertical and climb Uluru? Later time for a swim and to enjoy a glass of bubbly to toast the Uluru sunset.

Uluru to Kings Creek Station (1 Days)
A last look at Uluru before we drive to the mysterious rock formations known as Kata Tjuta or the Olgas. Hike through the Valley of the Winds or Olga Gorge. This afternoon we're off to Kings Creek Station adjacent to Watarrka National Park. A chance to explore this working cattle and camel station by quad bikes. Enjoy food cooked in true outback style, before rolling out your sleeping swag under a blanket of brilliant stars.

Kings Creek Station to Alice Springs (1 Days)
Up early to take in the stunning sights as we wander along the ridge of Kings Canyon and discover the Garden of Eden and the Lost City. Then onwards to Alice Springs. Tonight why not enjoy a 'drovers blowout' dinner? Try outback delicacies like crocodile and emu.

Alice Springs (1 Days)
This morning there is the chance to watch dawn break over the MacDonnell Ranges from a hot air balloon before taking in the local sights of Alice Springs. We'll visit the ANZAC Hill Lookout and the original Alice Springs Telegraph Station. Time to say a final farewell as our tour ends in Alice Springs this afternoon.


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Documents
TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: Necessary Travel Documents such as Passports and Visas is the responsibility of the traveler. Passports must be valid six months from your return travel date.

         
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Sydney
See the Sydney Opera House & Harbour Bridge

Sydney
Visit Mrs Macquarie's Chair for a panoramic view of Sydney Harbour

Sydney
See the Hawkesbury River & its oyster farms

Hunter Valley
See the vineyards & enjoy a wine tasting

Coffs Harbour
See the Big Banana & banana plantations

Byron Bay
Visit Cape Byron, Australia's most eastern point

Currumbin
Visit the wildlife sanctuary, cuddle a koala and see native Australian animals including kangaroos, emus, crocodiles, dingoes & Tasmanian devils

Surfers Paradise
Visit Jupiter's Casino

Surfers Paradise
Visit the 'Gold Coast' beaches

Brisbane
City sightseeing tour

Brisbane
See the Brisbane River & Southbank

Brisbane
See an Opal demonstration

Country Homestead
Stay at a traditional Country Homestead

Country Homestead
Farm tour

Country Homestead
Enjoy a bush dance evening

Country Homestead
See the farm animals & kangaroos

Noosa
Visit the picturesque seaside town & beach

Fraser Island
Stay on this World Heritage listed island

Fraser Island
Enjoy the scenic boat trip to the island & enjoy the resort facilities

Fraser Island
Stay in the eco-village & enjoy the resort facilities

Capricorn Coast
Visit & cross the Tropic of Capricorn

Capricorn Coast
Rockhampton sightseeing tour

Mackay
Visit this major centre of the Australian sugar cane industry

Airlie Beach
Visit the vibrant seaside town

Whitsundays
Transfer boat to Long Island

Whitsundays
Stay on Long Island & enjoy all the resort facilities

Whitsundays
See native birdlife & wallabies

Alice Springs
City sightseeing tour

Alice Springs
Visit ANZAC Hill lookout

Alice Springs
See Alice Springs Telegraph Station

Alice Springs
Visit the West MacDonnell National Park

Simpson's Gap
Visit the important Aboriginal cultural site, home to the blackfooted wallaby

Erldunda & Mt. Ebenezer
Visit a traditional Outback Roadhouse

Erldunda & Mt. Ebenezer
Spot kangaroos in their natural habitat

Erldunda & Mt. Ebenezer
See the unusually shaped Mt. Connor

Uluru
Uluru National Park entrance fee

Uluru
Visit Uluru at sunset and sunrise

Uluru
Hike the base of Uluru

Uluru
Visit the Uluru Cultural Centre

Uluru
Relax in the Yularu Resort

Uluru
Visit Kata Tjuta (The Olga's) & hike the Valley of the Winds

Kings Creek Station
Visit the cattle & camel station

Kings Creek Station
Enjoy an evening bush camp

Kings Creek Station
See the desert night sky & stars

Kings Canyon
Visit Kings Canyon in Watarrka National Park

Kings Canyon
Hike along the canyon ridge

Kings Canyon
Visit the 'Garden of Eden' waterhole and the 'Lost City'

CURRENT SPECIALS:

Mix and Match Discounts

Early payment discounts

Offer #1: Save up to US$559

off the cost of your trip when you book and pay in full at least 12 months prior to departure.

Offer #2: Save up to US$279

off the cost of your trip when you book and pay in full at least 6 months prior to departure.

Offer #3: Save up to US$139

off the cost of your trip when you book and pay in full at least 4 months prior to departure.

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Multiple Trip Discounts – Save US$50

You can save an extra $50 when you book a second Contiki tour at the same time of booking your first tour.

* Tours may be in different countries/regions and must be a minimum of 7 days.

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Europe Plus Great Britian – Save US$150

Combine a Contiki Europe vacation at least 25 days long with a Contiki Great Britain tour booked at the same time and get a special US$100 discount. Add that to your US$50 extra tour discount and you’ve saved US$150.

* All discounts apply to land tour price only.

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Group Discounts

Funky Four – Save 5%

Save 5% Our “Funky Four” discount means a 5% saving per person when 4 or more people book at the same time on the same trip.

Super Seven – Save 7.5%

Book a group of 7 people traveling on the same vacation at the same time and get a 7.5% discount per person. Super Seven – Save 7.5%

Perfect 10 – Travel for Free!

Experience Contiki’s Europe with a group of 10 friends booked on the same trip at the same time and the 11th person travels for free or everyone in your group gets 10% off.

* All group discounts apply to land tour price only. Funky 4, Super 7 & Perfect 10 offers cannot be combined together.

Triple Discounts

On most Superior trips we offer a triple reduction of up to 5% on twin share price.

Price Guarantee

As soon as Contiki has received your deposit, the land tour price confirmed to you by Contiki reservations is guaranteed so book and pay your deposit as early as possible! It gives you the best choice and could save you money.

Single Traveler Savings

When traveling alone, you may not want to incur the expense of a single room supplement, so why not share with fellow passengers of the same sex on a ‘twin room’ basis. It is an enjoyable way to travel and make new friends and helps stretch your budget further.


   
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