Highlights

Destinations
Daintree Rainforest, Great Barrier Reef Islands, Sydney

Your Itinerary Includes

Internal coach class air in Australia
Roundtrip private airport transfers
3 nights Daintree Rainforest at Silky Oaks Lodge
Round trip private charter flights from Cairns to Lizard Island
3 nights Great Barrier Reef at Lizard Island
3 nights Sydney at Four Seasons Hotel
6 breakfasts 3 lunches 3 dinners
All beverages at Lizard Island

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Day-By-Day Itinerary

This itinerary can be fully customized; to tailor this package to your specific requirements please call one of our travel specialists at 1-800-22-SWAIN.

Day 1 Fly USA to Sydney
Please note international air from the USA has not been included in the package price.

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 Cairns. On arrival you will be met by your driver and transferred to your accommodation in the Daintree Rainforest.

Nestled on the edge of the Mossman Gorge in the Daintree Rainforest, Silky Oaks Lodge is the Daintree’s ultimate resort where this rare wilderness can be enjoyed in elegance and ease.

From the moment you arrive at Silky Oaks, you feel the aura of the Daintree. Vast and pristine, it is the oldest living rainforest on Earth. The Lodge itself overlooks the Mossman River so idyllic it has no equal for natural beauty, supreme comfort and ease of access. There's also the added comfort of knowing you've chosen the perfect base to explore the Tropical North Queensland region.

Days 4-5 At leisure, Silky Oaks Lodge
Take hike through the nearby rainforest trails, go for a swim in or a canoe ride on the Mossman River, and visit with the tame wallabies that have made the lodge grounds their home.

Day 6 Fly Cairns to Lizard Island
You will be transferred from Silky Oaks Lodge back to Cairns for your private charter flight to Lizard Island.

Lizard Island, Australia’s most northern island resort, is renowned for both diving, especially the ‘Cod Hol’' where you can see huge Moray Eels and the famous Potato Cod, and game fishing for Black Marlin. Located on the Inner Great Barrier Reef (170 miles north of Cairns), Lizard Island offers a private paradise in an exclusive environment.

Days 7-8 At leisure, Voyages Lizard Island
A spectacular setting to explore the magnificent Great Barrier Reef. Snorkel or dive 60feet from your doorstep on the world famous reef - take a stroll to Cooks Look – visit the Marine Research Laboratory on the island or just relax in a casual atmosphere that is Lizard Island.

Day 9 Fly Voyages Lizard Island to Sydney (Via Cairns)
Today you will fly via private charter flight back to Cairns before connecting to a scheduled service to Sydney. Upon arrival, you will be met at the airport and transferred by private vehicle to your accommodation.

Sydney, a dazzling, vibrant city built around one of the world's most beautiful harbors, with scores of sparkling beaches within easy reach of its cosmopolitan heart - that's Sydney, capital of New South Wales, Australia's largest and oldest city, where the first settlers landed in 1788.

Situated on Sydney Harbour, adjacent to Circular Quay, The Rocks is the site of Australia's first European settlement. Colorful streetscapes and elegantly restored buildings house a wide variety of restaurants, entertainment venues and specialty shops.

Days 10-11 At leisure, Sydney
At your leisure to explore the city of Sydney. It’s been said that Sydney never sleeps. In daylight hours the city buzzes with life and remains active long after workers have left their offices. All-night pubs, cutting-edge dance clubs, and gay reviews could keep you out until dawn. Fancy a late-night meal or a final coffee - that’s not a problem. Be seen on trendy Oxford Street from Darlinghurst to Paddington or try the Woolloomooloo Finger Wharf, Surry Hills, the quay or the Rocks. It’s too many choices, not too few, that make the decision hard!

During your stay ideally you should take a harbor cruise around one of the most beautiful harbors 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 12 Fly Sydney to USA
You will be transferred to the airport for your departure flight.

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Hotels

For more information about the hotels visited in this itinerary please click the hotel name below.

City	Standard	Superior	Deluxe	Luxury

Daintree Rainforest	-	-	-	Silky Oaks Lodge

Great Barrier Reef Islands	-	-	-	Voyages Lizard Island

Sydney	-	-	-	Four Seasons Hotel

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Pricing

Please note all prices listed below are subject to current rate of exchange adjustments. Please call for exact price quote for your travel dates.

To determine pricing for your tour select the appropriate travel season and desired accommodation level from the table below.

	Standard	Superior	Deluxe	Luxury
Reference #	-	-	-	SWSP4351

1/1/10-3/31/10	-	-	-	$6,470

4/1/10-9/30/10	-	-	-	$6,390

10/1/10-3/31/11	-	-	-	$6,745

Single Supplement
1/1/10-3/31/10	-	-	-	$5,175

4/1/10-9/30/10	-	-	-	$5,095

10/1/10-3/31/11	-	-	-	$5,455

Note: Wrotham Park is closed between November and March.


International Airfare Pricing
Routing: LAX-SYD-LAX

1/23/10-2/15/10; 10/1/10-10/31/10				$1,395

2/16/10-4/30/10				$995

5/1/10-6/8/10				$1,595

6/9/10-7/23/10				$1,095

7/24/10-9/21/10				$895

9/22/10-9/30/10				$1,195

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Terms & Conditions

*Prices are per person, twin/double share in USD. Travel may be restricted to certain days of the week and be available from one or multiple US departure points. Add on fares are available from most US cities and surcharges may be applicable for travel on particular days of the week. Seats are limited and may not be available on every flight. Hotels and tours remain subject to availability. US and Foreign Govt. taxes and fees vary depending on the itinerary selected and may range from $90 to $395 per person. Passenger Facility Charges of up to $18 per person and the September 11th Security Fee of up to $10 per person, are not included. After ticketing changes may not be permissible in some circumstances, or a change fee may be applied. Cancellation penalties and other booking or alteration restrictions may exist. Please note that some air segments may be served by an associated carrier. Full payment for special deals may be required within a number of days of the reservation being made as nominated by your consultant at the time of booking (or 60 days prior to departure). Please note blackout dates may apply to Christmas, New Year and local special event periods. Prices indicated remain subject to change without notice. Group inquiries are welcome however specials remain subject to hotel and airline capacity control and therefore may not be applicable for group travel. The best deal available for group travel will always be given in lieu of the offer indicated. Unless otherwise indicated all travel must be completed by March 31, 2011 if not before. CST #2012413-20 See our Complete Terms and Conditions.

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