THE BEST OF OZ IN 12 DAYS

If you want an experience to cherish for the rest of your life, come and travel Australia with us. We are a family run business that has been offering tourists the best of Oz. Since we set up five years ago, our tourists have traveled the length and breadth of Australia in luxurious, spacious, fully air conditioned, and well maintained and the most comfortable buses.  Our carefully crafted itineraries are tailored to meet the individual needs of each one of our tourists. Discover the beauty of Australia with Australia Private Tours, the best in the business.

A tour that comes highly recommended is the 12-day Melbourne – Canberra – Sydney- Gold Coast Tour, and enjoy the beauty and the splendour of the South East. The tour kicks off from Melbourneand finishes at the Gold Coast, taking along on a journey and adventure that you will cherish for years to come.

DAY 1

Melbourne – Free day in the metropolis of Victoria, a city full of culture, great food and art.  Melbourne is a city full of unique and memorable things to do that you will find something for all age groups.

DAY 2 - Great Ocean Road

No visit to Melbourne is complete without a visit along the scenic Great Ocean Road.  The tour starts at 8 a.m. in the morning and you complete it at 9 p.m., thoroughly exhilarated and knackered.  Starting at Splits Point Lighthouse, its red cap visible from miles away, you can see the breathtaking view of the city from the top. Even today, she still shines her guiding light every evening to keep the ships passing to and from Port Phillip Bay, away from the rocky shores.

Memorial Arch – A tribute to the servicemen of the First World War who built the Great Ocean Road.

Kennett River – A well known local surfing point, it is also a great place to watch koalas, native birds like king parrots, rosellas and kookaburras, seals, dolphins, and if it is your lucky day, you will even see some whales.

Apollo Bay – The perfect base to explore the Great Ocean Road and the Otways Rainforest.  The forest is home to Australia’s famous wildlife like kangaroos, echidnas, duck-billed platypus, koalas, glowworms, penguins and the migrating whales.

The 12 Apostles – View the beauty of nature’s creation by erosion-12 rock stacks standing isolated on the shore. Perfect time to enjoy their beauty is at sunrise and sunset as you can see them change colour from dark and foreboding at dusk to a brilliant yellow under the rays of the morning sun.

Loch Ard Gorge - Natural beauty, coastal wilderness and maritime history, there is only one name for it, Loch Ard Gorge.

London Bridge and Colac – A naturally formed arch, it is also known as the London Arch, and a major tourist attraction.

DAY 3 - Phillip Island – Puffing Billy

Still mesmerised by the scenic journey of the previous day, you are ready to take on this day at 8:30, another long and adventurous day that will see you hitting your bed after 10:00 p.m.

Puffing Billy steam train– A historic train ride that should not be missed. You can ride the train either in the morning or at sunset.

The Maru Koala and Animal Park – An award winning attraction, it includes an animal park that has koalas and other Australian animals.  Pirate Pete’s mini golf club allows you to play golf your way around the Princess Caribbean Pirate Ship.

Nobbies Wildlife Reserve – The home to Australia’s largest Fur Seal Colony, it is also a great place to natural sea bird gardens.  During spring and early summer, silver gulls nest and chick here.

The Penguin Parade – The visit to Phillip Island is incomplete without The Penguin Parade, Australia’s most popular tourist attraction. Be amazed by the sight of little penguins returning to the shore in the evening after a long day spent fishing.

Another fruitful and enjoyable day ends.

DAY 4

Starting at 9:00 am today, you will probably finish by 6.00 pm after having visited and enjoyed a selection of architectural, natural, historical, cultural and unique sites that will just awe you with their beauty.

Parliament House - The Parliament House is open throughout the year and is a landmark you must visit in Melbourne.

Princess Theatre - Visible from Parliament House, this iconic theatre is the oldest continuous entertainment venue and considered as the most spectacular landmark of the city.

St Patrick's Cathedral - A leading example of Gothic revival, the Cathedral is built from bluestone and sandstone. A picturesque venue for all the selfies you want to click.

Queen Victoria Market – Affectionately known as the “Queen Vic” this market has been the soul of Melbourne for over a century. Ideal for bargain hunters, it is the largest open-air market in the Southern Hemisphere. Simply wander around the stalls selling fresh produce and absorb the electrifying atmosphere.

Eureka Sky deck 88 – Go to the top of the highest public vantage point in the Southern Hemisphere for that awe-inspiring view of Melbourne.

Melbourne Cricket Ground -Commonly known as “The G”, it is the home of Australian Sport. It is the birthplace of test cricket and one-day international cricket.

The Shrine of Remembrance – Currently a memorial to all the Australians who served in the war, it was originally built as a memorial to all the men and women who served in the First World War.

St Kilda – Melbourne’s popular beach site suburb, you can join hundreds of locals who walk, ride, skate, cycle, sail, kite surf and windsurf here. Whether you want to chillax on the beach with a drink or you want to go all giddy at the Luna Park this is the perfect place for you.

Brighton bathing boxes – Built in the 19th century, they have maintained their classic Victorian architectural features with timber framing, weatherboards and corrugated iron roofs. A perfect place for taking photographs.

DAY 5

Leave for Canberra at around 8:00 am and reach by 18:00 hours with a lunch break between 12:30 - 1:30 Pm.  Stay overnight in the capital city of Ozland.

DAY 6

Early we leave for Sydney at 05:00 hours. Enroute, you will pass:

Australian War Memorial – A shrine, an excellent museum and an archive, this historical monument commemorates the lives of the Australians who died in the war.

Parliament of Australia – A visit to the Parliament House is a great way to experience Australia’s finest iconic building.

National Gallery of Australia - The largest as well as the national art museum of Australia, it is the home of over 166,000 works of art.  Feast your eyes on the colourful masterpieces, each one unique in its own way.

You will arrive in Sydney at about 8:30 pm where you will spend the night dreaming about the visions you have witnessed on the day.

DAY 7 - Blue Mountain

A place of beauty, peace and tranquillity, lose yourself in the lush freshness of the Eucalyptus forest. Explore the beautiful waterfalls, valleys and rugged sandstone tablelands, and get an insight into the world of the Aborigines. A treasure trove indeed, that will make you nostalgic that the day is over.

DAY 8 - Sydney City Tour

Rise and shine to the skyline to Sydney and start your day at 9.00 a.m., absorbing this beautiful city. Your day will get you to places like Sydney Tower, The Royal Botanic Gardens, Circular Quay and the all important must visit Sydney Opera House.

Finish your day with a cruise on Sydney Harbour and watch the sunset on this beautiful skyline. All too soon, your fun-filled day will end at 6pm.

DAY 9

All aboard at 8.00 a.m.  for the journey to the Gold Coast, a place very near to Brisbane. At 12:30, there will be a lunch break for half an hour after which we continue our journey, reaching Gold Coast at 22:00 hours, in readiness for bed.

DAY 10 – White Water World

Whether is a relaxing time in a luxurious cabana, or the thrilling nerve-wracking ride of the Triple Vortex, you can have it all here at the White Water World.  From 8:30 am to 6 pm, enjoy the unlimited peace and the thrill of this wonderful park, making memories that you will cherish for years to come.

DAY 11 - Movie World

A day that will start at 8:30 a.m., it is yet again full of thrills and adventure rides for the whole family. All too soon, your day and your tour are now over.

DAY 12

Reminisce on the last few days as you drive to the airport, taking with you moments and memories of the most wonderful 12 days of your life.

COST AND PAYMENT PLAN

12+2 Seater  -  Push Back + Baggage Trailer	Please Quote for Total Package	7500+gst
23+2 Seater – No Push Back (Hire Bus+ Baggage Trailer)	Please Quote for Total Package	12000+gst

IMPORTANT – PLEASE NOTE

The above costs are inclusive of everything – diesel, tour bus, tour manager/driver, food, toll and parking charges, baggage trailer and public liability insurance.

In the event your coach is returning to Melbourne without any passengers, there will be an extra surcharge of 700AUD for the 14 seaters and 1200AUD for the 25 seaters.

Asia Travels will arrange the accommodation of the Tour Manager.

As November is the peak tourist season for Australia, confirm your booking at least 45 days in advance. For first time bookings, please book your tour in advance with confirmed dates and a 20% deposit as a booking fee. You will get a 50% refund if you cancel or postpone your booking 15 days prior to departure. If you cancel outside this period, then you will not get a refund. There is no advance fee for ongoing tours.