Highlights of the tour

• A complete all-inclusive tour at an honest price.
• Maximum sightseeing with minimum travelling time.
• Enjoy daily American breakfast at the hotels.
• Stay at conveniently located hotels.
• Explore the adventurous Australia extensively.
• Stay 3 nights at the fun capital of Australia – Gold Coast!
• Enjoy a day at Sea World – enjoy antics of different sea creatures like Dolphins, Seals and the Polar bear.
• An enthralling experience – A Helicopter Ride.
• Spend the day at Movie World – get to meet your favourite movie characters, enjoy rides & shows, which give you a feel of Hollywood.
• Experience the glamour at the famous Conrad Jupiter’s.
• Spend the full-day at Dream World – Australia’s premier theme park.
• Get a chance to hug a Koala and see the Kangaroo’s only at Dream World.
• Slide in to WhiteWater World for the ultimate water fest!
• Enjoy a Splashduckular tour aboard the Adventure Duck.
• Stay 2 nights at the beautiful city of Melbourne.
• Enjoy an exciting city tour of Melbourne.
• A guided tour inside the famous Melbourne Cricket Ground.
• Enjoy an evening at the Philip Island watching the Penguin Parade.
• Stay 2 nights in Cairns.
• Enjoy a cable car ride to Kuranda – a village in the rainforest.
• Visit the spectacular Great Barrier Reef.
• Enjoy a full-day Great Adventure cruise to the Outer Great Barrier Reef with a continental lunch on board.
• Stay 3 nights in Sydney.
• Enjoy an Indian dinner on board the Showboat cruise with a cabaret show.
• Get close to the animals at the Sydney Aquarium - an exhibit of aquatic life.
• Enjoy a full-day city tour of Sydney visiting the famous Harbour Bridge and Darling Harbour.
• A guided tour inside the famous Opera House.
• Go up the Sydney Tower, the tallest free-standing tower in Sydney and get a 360° view of the city.
• Experience the largest simulated ride the Oz-Trek at the Sydney Tower.
• Visit the famous Bondi beach.
• A relaxed tour with time for shopping.
• Professional, friendly, multi-lingual and experienced Indian Thomas Cook Tour Managers traveling with you throughout your tour in Australia.

ITINERARY

Day | 1
Arrive into Brisbane and then proceed towards Gold Coast – Australia’s entertainment capital. Today, get set to meet your aquatic friends at ‘Sea World’. What’s more, enjoy an exciting helicopter ride – truly an exhilarating experience.
On arrival at Brisbane airport, please reconfirm with your travel agent for exact timings and details about your tour, hotels and meeting place with the Tour Manager.
Proceed to Australia’s Surfers’ Paradise – Gold Coast with 70 kms coastline of seemingly neverending beaches, pristine rainforests, relaxed lifestyle and world famous theme parks it is fondly called the ‘Fun Capital of Australia’. On arrival, check into your hotel and enjoy an American breakfast. Later today we proceed to spend the day at Gold Coast’s most spectacular theme park – Sea World. Make contact with marine life wonders and experience a whole world of exciting rides, shows and attractions! From the moment you enter Sea World, fun, laughter, excitement and entertainment reigns. Step back in time at Sea World’s water ski “Wipe
Out”, an energetic show set in the Golden Era of Surfer’s Paradise. Be enthralled by some of the most spectacular sights as you fly over stunning Gold Coast
beaches – a truly once-in-a-lifetime experience on a scenic helicopter ride! Today enjoy lunch. Also visit Sea World’s attraction – the Polar Bear shores. Experience Imagine, an enchanting new interactive Dolphin Show. Take the ride of your life on the triple-loop Corkscrew roller coaster, or splash down on the Viking’s revenge flume ride, experience an underwater live shark show through the world’s largest aquarium window at Shark Bay. After loads of fun, laughter and entertainment, return to your hotel. Tonight enjoy a sumptuous Indian dinner at a local Indian restaurant.
Overnight at Hotel Mantra Legends/ Watermark or similar, in Gold Coast.

Day | 2
Today join us on a fun-filled day to Movie World - Hollywood in Gold Coast. Also enjoy a grand night out at the spectacular music and dance extravaganza at Conrad Jupiters.
After an American breakfast at the hotel, we proceed to Warner Brothers ‘Movie World’ where movie magic happens every day. It is the only Australian movie-related theme park. Meet your favourite stars and enjoy all the behind-the-scene actions, comedy stunts along with exhilarating rides, shows and attractions.
Get more speed riding the new Superman Escape. Have the time of your life on the suspended roller coaster ‘Lethal Weapon’ – where you will see your feet against the sky, encounter five complete upside down experiences. Go ballistic on Australia’s newest thrill ride – Batwing Spaceshot. Experience a hair-raising ogre time at DreamWorks Shrek 4D Adventure. Today enjoy lunch. At this premier theme park, you also have a chance of meeting and taking off on the ultimate
Batman adventure ride. Continue your fun-filled day with your favourite Looney tunes characters at ‘Looney Village’. Here, you can catch up with Bugs Bunny, Daffy, Tweety and the gang! Movie World is a fun place for all ages and is guaranteed to delight kids of all ages and adults too. After an early delicious dinner at a local Indian restaurant, we take you to experience Gold Coast’s most famous glamour and entertainment theatre at Conrad Jupiters. Here, take an aweinspiring
journey through an exotic world of breathtaking colour, mesmerizing global rhythms and explosive energy at this live stage show. Prepare yourself for a fantasy journey like no other.
Overnight at Hotel Mantra Legends / Watermark or similar, in Gold Coast.

Day | 3
Enjoy a day at Dream World and WhiteWater World, which provide a one stop shop for thrills, spills and family fun. Today enjoy a unique amphibious ride touring Gold Coast on the Adventure Duck!
Today after an American breakfast at the hotel, we proceed to Dream World and WhiteWater World. Enjoy the tallest and fastest thrill rides, interactive shows and unique animal attractions, there’s something for everyone at Dream World. Ride the Big 6 Rides such as the Giant Drop, Tower of Terror, Wipe out, Cyclone roller coaster and Dream World’s latest scream machine - The Claw! Experience some more wonderful rides and attractions at Nick Central Wiggle’s World, World of Classics, IMAX Theatre and Gold Rush Country. Today enjoy lunch. Slide in to WhiteWater World for the ultimate water fest! Here there are thrills for all ages and the
hottest water rides on the planet. Woof it up on all four of the "world's best" water slides and the newest addition The Little Rippers. Plus, there's something for the whole family with Nickelodeon’s Pipeline Plunge and Wiggle Bay. Later this evening, get ready for some more fun and excitement as we take you on a great land
and water adventure with Gold Coast’s Adventure Duck ride. It's a great way to see what the glitzy Gold Coast is all about. After a fun-filled day, you can either return to your hotel or treat yourself with the dazzling nightlife that Gold Coast offers, on your own. Stepping out means stage shows, nightclubs, theatres, casinos and much, much more. Enjoy a delicious Indian dinner at a local Indian restaurant.
Overnight at Hotel Mantra Legends / Watermark or similar, in Gold Coast.

Day | 4
Proceed to Melbourne – the Victorian Capital. Explore the charm, history and character of Melbourne on an exciting city tour.
Today enjoy an American breakfast at the hotel and, check out of hotel and transfer on your own to the airport for flight to Melbourne. On arrival after Lunch we proceed to discover the breathtaking landmarks and monuments of Melbourne on your city tour, which includes a visit to the famous and beautiful Royal Botanical Gardens, Town Hall, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, National Tennis center, the 1956 Olympic venue, the Shrine of Remembrance, Bourke Street Mall and some beautifully-restored Victorian houses. Tonight, proceed for a sumptuous dinner at a local Indian restaurant.
Overnight at Hotel Sebel & Citigate/ Grand Mercure or similar, in Melbourne.

Day | 5
Enjoy a guided tour of the famous Melbourne Cricket Ground. Later proceed to Philip Island where we enjoy the Penguin Parade.
After an American breakfast at the hotel, we proceed to enjoy a guided tour of the Melbourne Cricket Ground - one of Australia's greatest assets. Later the morning is free at leisure. After lunch sit back & relax in the coach as we proceed to Philip Island where more than a quarter of the island is devoted to nature. Enjoy the beautiful landscape as we drive past some of the most pristine beaches, majestic coastlines, natural realms and encounters with unique wildlife. Here you experience the sunset magic of the world’s smallest penguins as they waddle across the beach to their sand dune burrows – The Penguin Parade. Today enjoy a delicious dinner.
Overnight at Hotel Sebel & Citigate/ Grand Mercure or similar, in Melbourne.

Day | 6
Onto Cairns – The Tropical Paradise. Today, get set for a day of fun and excitement as you visit Kuranda – a village in the rainforest.
After an American breakfast at the hotel, check out of hotel and transfer on your own to the airport for flight to Cairns. On arrival proceed to picturesque mountain retreat of Kuranda Village – a World Heritage Rainforest. Today enjoy a hot Indian lunch. We experience the Skyrail - the world’s most beautiful Rainforest experience. The Skyrail experience, spanning 7.5 kms over pristine rainforest, allows you to explore the wonders of an ancient tropical rainforest. Explore the amazing environment from the forest floor on boardwalks, scenic look-outs and in the state-of-the-art Rainforest Interpretation Centre. After a day of excitement and fun we return to Cairns. The evening is at leisure. You can relax in the comfort of your hotel or you can visit some of the exciting shops at the ‘Cairns Night Market’. Enjoy a sumptuous Indian dinner at a local Indian restaurant.
Overnight at Rydges Esplanade Resort/ Oasis Resort or similar, in Cairns.

Day | 7
Join us on an unforgettable experience to the outer Great Barrier Reef – the only living structure visible from the moon!
This morning after an early American breakfast at your hotel, we proceed to board the cruise liner to the Great Barrier Reef –most spectacular underwater experience imaginable. The Great Adventure cruise will take you to a reef at the very edge of Australia’s Continental shelf, to an underwater world that has a dazzling kaleidoscope of colours. Escape into a world of surprises to experience the breathtaking beauty of the Outer Great Barrier Reef. The Reef is made up of countless varieties of coral in the clear blue waters, their colours surpassed only by the magnificent tropical fishes that make the reef their home. There’s an abundance of activities for swimmers and non-swimmers to enjoy. A chance to Snorkel and dive, visit the underwater observatory or you can stay dry and explore the stunning reef from the comfort of an air-conditioned semi-submersible. Savour a delicious lunch on board the cruise liner. Return home with fantastic memories of this living natural wonder. Tonight, a delicious Indian dinner awaits you at a local Indian restaurant.
Overnight at Rydges Esplanade Resort/ Oasis Resort or similar, in Cairns.

Day | 8
Welcome to Sydney – one of the world’s easiest and most pleasant cities to visit. Have the time of your life as you get set for the most exciting, entertaining and fun night on a dinner cruise along Sydney Harbour!
After a delicious American breakfast at the hotel, check out of hotel and transfer on your own to the airport for flight to Sydney. Today enjoy lunch. Arrive into the Harbour City. The rest of the day is at leisure for you to explore this free spirited, vibrant and cosmopolitan city on your own. Tonight, get set for a life time experience on a board the spectacular Showboat dinner cruise. Delight on a three – course Indian dinner followed by a dazzling sensational theatre cabaret featuring professional Australian show girls in their glamorous costumes! Join in on the choruses with the immensely talented and charming songstress!
Overnight at Hotel Citigate Sebel/ Vibe or similar, in Sydney.

Day | 9
Explore the landmarks of Sydney - the Rocks area, Harbour Bridge, Bondi Beach on your exciting city tour. Discover stunning underwater life at the Sydney Aquarium, enjoy a spectacular guided tour of the world-renowned Sydney Opera house and visit the famous Sydney Tower and Oz Trek.
After an American breakfast at the hotel, we proceed on an exciting and interactive city tour of Sydney which includes highlights like the Darling Harbour, one of the world’s greatest waterfront destinations, experience a slice of the city’s history at the Rocks area, the busy CBD area, Hyde Park, the Harbour Bridge, Mrs. Macquarries Chair, Eastern suburbs – home to the city’s rich and famous and the world famous Bondi beach. Today enjoy lunch. Later take a journey through the world famous Sydney Aquarium. Discover the world’s largest collection of all- Australian aquatic life. Walk underwater and come face to face with over 11,500
animals including fearsome sharks and rays, platypus, seals, fairy penguins, crocodiles and much more at the Sydney Aquarium. We also take you on a guided tour of one the world’s most spectacular landmark – the Sydney Opera House. Remain enthralled as you go on a fascinating journey through the extraordinary history, breathtaking architecture and the unseen workings of its daily life. Also visit the famous Sydney Tower, the tallest free standing structure in Sydney. Here you enjoy a visit to the observatory deck for the most spectacular 360° aerial view of the beautiful harbour city and experience the largest simulated virtual reality ride in the southern hemisphere across Sydney to the Australian bush and beyond – ‘Oz Trek’. Tonight enjoy a delicious Indian dinner at a local Indian restaurant.
Overnight at Hotel Citigate Sebel/ Vibe or similar, in Sydney.

Day | 10
Day at leisure at the most happening city of Australia. You can enjoy the many adventures in Sydney on your own or take an optional day trip The Blue Mountains.
After a delicious and leisurely breakfast at the hotel, you have the opportunity to spend time at your own pace by exploring some of the good cafes and restaurants, gardens and parks, museums galleries, dazzling beaches and many more tourist attractions. You can shop at the classic Queen Victoria building – the most beautiful shopping centre in Sydney or visit Paddy’s Market – a good place for some bargain shopping. You also have the opportunity to experience Sydney the ultimate way - Bridge Climb, where you get to walk on this amazing structure. Or you can take a full day excursion to the scenic Blue Mountains. Enjoy a delicious Indian dinner at a local Indian restaurant.
Overnight at Hotel Citigate Sebel/ Vibe or similar, in Sydney.

Day | 11
Return home with wonderful memories of your holiday.
This morning enjoy an American breakfast at your hotel & later today, proceed to the airport on your own, where your memorable Thomas Cook tour comes to an end. Do spare a few minutes to fill in the feedback form and hand it over to your Tour Manager. Your valued suggestions will be most appreciated. Arrive home with pleasant memories of your Australian Grandeur tour.

Departure Dates
October ’09      :           11, 18, 25
November ’09   :           1, 15, 22
December ’09   :           6, 13, 20, 27
January ’10      :           3, 17, 31
February ’10     :           14, 28
March ’10         :           14, 28

WHAT YOUR TOUR PRICE INCLUDES
SIGHTSEEING AND EXCURSIONS

• Gold Coast       :           A day at Sea World.

                                                An exhilarating Helicopter Ride at Sea World.
                                                Full day at Movie World.
                                                Adventure Duck Ride.
                                                Day at Dream World & WhiteWater World.
                                                Famous show at the Conrad Jupiters.

• Melbourne        :           City tour of Melbourne.

                                                Guided tour of the Melbourne Cricket Ground.
                                                Penguin Parade at Philip Island.

• Cairns              :           Kuranda rainforest with Skyrail Cableway.

                                                The Great Barrier Reef on board the Great Adventure Cruise with lunch.

• Sydney             :           Sydney Showboat Cruise with dinner.

                                                City tour of Sydney with Bondi Beach.
                                                Visit the Sydney Aquarium.
                                                Guided tour from Inside the Sydney Opera House.
                                                Go up the Sydney Tower to the observatory with Oz Trek.

ACCOMMODATION

• 3 nights accommodation at Hotel Mantra Legends/Watermark or similar in Gold Coast.
• 2 nights accommodation at Hotel Sebel & Citigate/Grand Mercure or similar in Melbourne.
• 2 nights accommodation at Hotel Rydges Esplanade Resort/Oasis Resort or similar in Cairns.
• 3 nights accommodation at Hotel Citigate Sebel/Vibe or similar in Sydney.

MEALS

• Daily American buffet breakfasts at the hotel.
• 9 Jain/vegetarian/non-vegetarian lunches.
• 10 Indian Jain/vegetarian/non-vegetarian dinners.

PORTERAGE

• Porterage of 1 bag per person at the hotels only.

NOTE

• All local taxes and government taxes as of July 1, 2009.

IMPORTANT

• The tour will be operated subject to a minimum of 15 full-paying passengers travelling together. In the event that the group size is less than 15 passengers you will be given an option of travelling on FIT basis, by paying an additional supplement.
• The tour will be conducted in seat-in-coach basis and there may be a few changes in the itinerary for group strength of 2-14 adults.
• The services of a Thomas Cook tour manager will be provided with a group of minimum 15 full-paying adults. Our local representatives will be there to assist you in case the above requirement is not fulfilled.
• When the tour has less than 14 adults and is operated on a seat-in-coach basis, there will be instances where the drivers act as guides as well.

TOUR COST

Note: Surcharges For Diwali / Christmas / New Year / Chinese New Year / Local Events Applicable On Certain Departure Dates.

Booking Amount

• Adult/Child: AUD 500

Pre-Post Tour accommodation in Gold Coast and Sydney:
(Rates are approximate and per person per Night on Room only basis. Does not include transfers)

TERMS & CONDITIONS

• Validity: October 1, 2009 - March 31, 2010
• Visa Requirements :
• Single-entry Australian Visa
• Meals are pre set and a-la carte is not possible.
• Any damage caused to the hotel rooms or coach during your stay shall be payable by the passengers. Thomas Cook will not be liable for the same.
• We reserve the right to amend, alter, vary or withdraw any particular departure, excursions advertised or substitute a hotel of similar class if deemed necessary.
• For the convenience of our passengers, we will, sometimes, amend the itinerary. However, all services will remain the same.
• There are no refunds for any services, i.e. meals, sightseeing, etc. not utilized on the tour.
• In case of any matches scheduled at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, there will be no guided tour and the same will be viewed from outside.
• The Company reserves the right to alter the order of the itinerary. The same will be informed to the client before the departure.
• Due to Trade Fairs and Conventions in the cities, the hotels may be blocked out more than 2 years in advance. In view of this, you may have to stay in hotels further away from the cities and the itineraries may have to be altered/amended.
• The Company shall not accept any liability or responsibility for any damages, loss, injury, accident, death, delay, breakdown or irregularity which may occur in carrying out of the tour arrangement (Management reserves the right to claim any additional expenses due to delay or changes in train, plane, bus, ship or other services, weather conditions, strikes, war, quarantine and any other cause, whatsoever, and all such losses or expenses must be borne by the passengers).
• Tours operated subject to RBI/GOI regulations. Part of the tour cost will be paid in AUD out of your BTQ.
• Please refer to the booking form for detailed ‘Terms & Conditions’.
• Cost Excludes:
• Rs 2,500/- the cost of deviation, in case you want to deviate from the group departure dates mentioned in the brochure.
• The tour cost does not include any POE charges and passport charges.
• Cost of Basic Travel Quota equivalent to USD 10,000/-.
• Any expenses of personal nature such as laundry expenses, wines, mineral water, food and drinks not in the regular menus provided by us.
• Tips to the guides, hotel waiters, drivers, etc.
• Meals other than what is mentioned in your itinerary.
• Cost of excursions, sightseeing, entrance fees and local guides availed of by the passengers, other than that mentioned in the 'What your Tour Price Includes' box.