Visit South Australia |The Great Ocean Road & Australia Highlights Vacation

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Visit South Australia on this amazing trip! You’ll start your Australian Adventure in South Australia, landing in Adelaide, a city of great visual harmony and classical elegant style. It’s superbly set by the River Torrens between Adelaide Hills and the waters of Gulf St. Vincent. Your hotel is located in the heart of Adelaide, walking distance to Rundle Mall, the Adelaide Oval and Casino. You’ll spend 2 nights in Adelaide. Explore the city, visit the National Aboriginal Cultural Institute, check out the Adelaide Central Market or use your rental car to venture out into the surrounding wine country.

On day four. drive from Adelaide to Kangaroo Island. Maybe stop by Aldinga Beach on the way; drive on the sand and do some snorkeling. You’ll arrive at your Kangaroo Island resort with plenty of time to wander the gardens and look for the friendly penguins that waddle up from the beach. The Kangaroo Island vacation accommodation is a stylish and very welcoming property. It is the perfect base for you to enjoy all the natural beauty that Kangaroo Island has to offer. Organize adventures with the friendly and professional staff who know and love the island. Choose from activities like deep sea fishing, 4WD wilderness tour, horse riding, walking tours, food tours, swimming, snorkeling, diving or climbing. Everything the Island has to offer is just a short drive away.

On day six, start your drive on the Great Ocean Road as you make your way to Victor Harbour. In Victor Harbour you can experience coastal wildlife, sea views, relaxing strolls and adventure. When entering Victor Harbour be sure to look for the Bluff summit. After staying the night in Victor Harbour, continue your self drive to Mount Gambier.

Consider stopping at the Naracoorte Caves National Park- a site that preserves Australia’s most complete fossil record for the past 500,000 years. There are about 26 caves at Naracoorte Caves National Park, though not all are open to the public. The most common mammals you will see are western grey kangaroos, but echidnas, wombats and sugar gliders also live here. Your vacation accommodation in Mt. Gambier is located on the slopes of an extinct volcano, covered with craters. One of the craters is home to a lake for water skiing, picnicking and wildlife walks. If you are a diver, take the opportunity to dive Engelbrecht Cave – one of the many caves beneath the streets of Mt. Gambier but the only one accessible by divers.

From Mount Gambier you will head southeast toward Portland. You may want to stop at the picturesque Lower Glenelg National Park. Along the last part of its winding 400 kilometre path to the sea the river has carved a spectacular gorge up to 50 metres deep through limestone. In Port Campbell, view the famous Twelve Apostles and Loch Ard. Stop in Port Campbell for refreshments and continue to the remnants of London Bridge. Your scenic and enjoyable drive will end for the day in Apollo Bay. Stay in the picturesque green foothills of the Otway Ranges – Apollo Bay. Visit gorgeous valleys, just a few miles out of town, full of rainforests, waterfalls, streams and fireflies or take a spectacular bush walk. Participate in every water sport imaginable from surfing to fishing to diving or just lounging on the beach. End your Great Ocean Road trip in Melbourne.

Your 4 Star vacation accommodation is located in the heart of Melbourne, Australia. You’ll have the day free to see Melbourne City’s vast shopping centres, markets and boutiques, maybe do some souvenir shopping. You’ll also find it very easy to get around on the trains and trams, especially within the inners of Melbourne. If you are a fan of wildlife, head over to Phillip Island, home to an astounding array of wildlife, including Australia’s largest fur seal colony, the little penguins and cuddly koalas. Enjoy getting close to koalas and kangaroos before joining the little penguins at dusk, as they emerge from the surf and waddle to their burrows.

Next, your vacation takes you to Cairns, the colorful, sophisticated capital of the tropical north. This city is alive with charm. Here, warm northern hospitality and enthusiasm are the order of the day. You’ll take a boat out to the Great Barrier Reef. You’ll emerge into a vibrant underwater world to explore the world’s most extensive coral reef. While in the tropical north, consider booking a tour to see the oldest rain forest in the world, Daintree Rainforest.

The last leg of your vacation takes you to the iconic city of Sydney. Sydney is Australia’s oldest city and the economic powerhouse of the nation and the country’s capital in everything but name. Enjoy the sights of Sydney, a world class city blessed with sun-drenched natural attractions, dizzy skyscrapers, delicious and daring restaurants, superb shopping and friendly folk. You can choose to experience the beauty of the Harbour, the Opera House and marvel at the expansive Sydney Harbour Bridge. Take advantage of the many tour options or just relax and go at your own pace as you enjoy the excellent restaurants and entertainment that only Sydney can offer.

Available Upgrades:

• Accommodation
• Additional Touring
• Private Transfers

Upgrade Supplements will apply.

Optional Extras & Customization

• Extend your package to see more of Australia
• Additional Day Tours
• US Domestic Flights
  
• International Flights (ex USA or Canada)

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*Terms and Conditions:

All prices are in US dollars and correct as of March 7, 2016. Pricing is from “per person” based on Double Occupancy (2 Adults) in hotels. Single Supplements apply. No refunds allowed. Changes are permitted (fees may apply). Other restrictions may apply. Not combinable with any other offer or discounted vacation package. Upgrades available on request (upgrade supplements apply). About Australia reserves the right to adjust the amount of any outstanding balances at any time according to USA Exchange Rate variations.

All taxes, GST & Fuel Levies are included in the Price unless specified otherwise. Prices may vary when you book your travel package and are not guaranteed until payment in full is received. Airlines, hotels and tour operators frequently change their prices as a result of rate increases, fuel surcharges, government imposed taxes or fees. Prices may increase prior to full payment for those and/or other reasons. All prices, itineraries and routings are subject to change. After full payment, prices are guaranteed except only due to an increase in government imposed taxes or fees. By paying your deposit, you understand and agree to the possibility of such increases.

Where flights are included they will be operated by Virgin Australia or their code-share partners; flight Taxes & Fuel levy included; Economy Flight Class of Service.Flights are based on Fares which may not be able to be held in advance of purchase, same day ticketing may be required. Visa required additional $15 per person.

Room Configuration: Queen bed or 2 Double Beds. King bed may attract slightly higher rates.

Permitted Travel Period: April 13, 2016 through September 17, 2016

Subject to availability.

Rental Car Hire inclusion covers “base rate” only and does not include taxes, insurance, fuel levies, drop off fees, or environmental fees which will be charged to the drivers credit card.

Excludes stays;

In Mount Gambier April 22 through 25th & May 6 through 7, 2016

In Apollo Bay June 10 through 13, April 22 through 25 & May 13 through 16, 2016

In Sydney June 11 through 13, Ausgust 14 through 14 & August 20 through 21, 2016

Tusa T6 Reef Cruise is unavailable May 23 through June 11, 2016.

Sydney Opera House is unavailable May 23 through 24, 2016.

Other Blackout Dates may apply (subject to change without notice). Blackout dates and seasonal supplements will apply; these vary by travel vendor and are subject to change. Pricing reflects trips that start and end within the Permitted Travel Dates. Travel may be permitted outside the dates listed, but may attract seasonality or special event surcharges.

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