Australia Itineraries: AU21

Marvels of Melbourne & Cairns

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Day 01: Melbourne - Arrive in Melbourne

Arrive at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, transfer to Hotel & check-in. The rest of the day is kept free for leisure. Overnight in Melbourne. 

Day 02: Melbourne - City Tour

Today morning we proceed for half day Melbourne City Tour on private basis. Today we tour the city of Melbourne famous for Queen Victoria Market, Fitzroy Garden, Albert Park – Grand Prix racetrack, Federation Square, Shrine of Remembrance, Southbank Waterfront Precinct, St. Paul's Cathedral, Bolte Bridge, Fitzroy Gardens and Captain Cook's Cottage. Post the city tour, visit Melbourne Sea Life Aquarium, spend time admiring underwater world with range of tropical fishes, Sharks and Crocodiles. Return and Overnight in Melbourne.

Day 03: Melbourne - Great Ocean road 

We will proceed for full day trip to Great Ocean road one of the most incredible coastal drives in the world. It’s an outstanding coastal journey and one of the Australia’s most famous road-touring routes, see the famous 12 Apostles rock formations including the Loch Ard Gorge. OPTIONAL: Enjoy a scenic helicopter ride. Overnight in Melbourne. 

Day 04: Melbourne - MCG tour & Phillip Island

Today we visit Melbourne Cricket Ground for a tour. The MCG Tour gives the visitor the opportunity to relive their great sporting memories through a comprehensive tour of this marvellous stadium. Later we visit Phillip Island Chocolate factory and in evening witness the Penguin Parade at Phillip Island, it’s a daily event of world’s smallest penguins returning back to their habitant. OPTIONAL: Hot Air Balloon ride of Melbourne in morning. Overnight in Melbourne. 

Day 05: Melbourne - Puffing Billy Steam Train & Yarra Valley Wineries 

We will proceed for Puffing Billy Steam Train one of the most beautiful forests in Victoria. Take a break in the heart of the Dandenong Ranges to enjoy Devonshire Tea. The fun has just started as you board Puffing Billy for a ride on this century-old steam train. Visit Yara Valley Wineries of Dominique Portet, Rochford another leading winery for tastings. Overnight in Melbourne.

Day 06: Melbourne - Cairns 

Today check out from the hotel & transfer to Melbourne Airport on private basis, to take your flight to Cairns. On arrival check-in at the hotel. Evening visit Cairn’s Lagoon and walk along the Esplanade and enjoy swimming in the lagoon pool. Overnight in Cairns.

Day 07:  Cairns - The Great Barrier Reef

Visit the natural wonder of the world – The Great Barrier Reef in a day adventure tour, enjoy glass bottom boat and the Mini Submersible to see the corals. Return and Overnight in Cairns.

Day 08: Cairns - Kuranda national park

Today board the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway for your journey to Kuranda. There are two stations enroute where you can alight and enjoy a walk through the rainforest to spectacular lookouts or visit CSIRO Interpretive Centre. In Kuranda it’s time to explore this fascinating village. The Heritage Markets are full of colourful and interesting arts and crafts. Later, board the world famous Kuranda Scenic Railway for your return journey to Cairns. Wind through hand-hewn tunnels, across bridges and curves, all the time appreciating what an amazing engineering feat it is. OPTIONAL: Visit the Bird world, the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary or Kuranda Koala Gardens.  OR  Visit the Rain forestation with Pamagirri Aboriginal Experience, Army Duck Tour, Tropical Fruit Orchard, Koala & Wildlife Park, BBQ Lunch. Overnight in Cairns.

Day 09: Cairns - Hometown 

Today check out from the hotel & proceed to Perth Airport to take your flight to back home.