MELBOURNE 

Welcome to your Citibond Amazing Australia Tour! Arrive in Melbourne, known for its gardens, restaurants, cafes, arcades and laneways, the arts and its relaxed elegant charm. It’s also home to the Australian Open Tennis, Aussie Rules football, Melbourne Cup and the MCG! Upon arrival at Melbourne International Airport, after immigration and customs, you will be comfortably transferred to your hotel for Check In. Rest of the day is free to explore on your own.

Dinner & Overnight Melbourne.

MELBOURNE – CITY TOUR / YARRA VALLEY (B|D)

Today After Breakfast, proceed for Melbourne City Tour, a great introduction to this beautiful city. Head NE of the city and tour through ‘Little Italy’ with its plethora of restaurants and boutique shops. See the exquisite architecture of Melbourne University and Royal Exhibition Building before spending time at Fitzroy Gardens there is opportunity to visit Captain Cook’s Cottage (own expense). A favorite part of the tour is a drive through some of Melbourne’s best arcades and laneways with the chance to enjoy the atmosphere. Drive Pass Parliament House, Royal Exhibition Building, Melbourne Museum, Prestigious Melbourne University, Collins Street – Paris end, Old Treasury Buildings and State Offices, Colorful Chinatown, Queen Victoria Market & Cross over the Yarra River. Visit St Patrick’s Cathedral & photo stop at Federation Square.

Next is the opportunity to take a sneak peak into the playing ground of the MCG from Gate 3. Visit Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG from inside) & enjoy one hour guided tour to know more about Australia’s sporting history & Get a behind-the-scenes look at areas of the arena not open to the general public!

Later escape to the picturesque countryside and cool climate wine region of the Yarra Valley – home to numerous wineries and rolling pastures, surrounded by mountain views of the Yarra Ranges and Dandenong Ranges. Local produce is also exceptional in the valley which makes for a perfect food and wine experience. . There is opportunity for a tasting at the cellar door, a structured wine tasting at award winning Rochford Wines & taste from a selection of fine Australian wines!

For a taste of something sweet, visit the ever so popular and relatively new Yarra Valley Chocolaterie & Ice Creamery, a sweet feast for the senses. Be amazed at their product range! Enjoy complimentary chocolate tastings, observe European chocolatiers at work and take in the wide display of premium chocolates

Dinner & Overnight Melbourne.

MELBOURNE – CAIRNS (B|D)

After Breakfast proceed to Melbourne Airport to board flight to Cairns. Upon arrival at Cairns Airport, proceed to Kuranda Rain Forest. Combining World Heritage Rainforest with Skyrail Rainforest Cableway and the famous Kuranda Scenic Railway, this tour encompasses the best scenic transportation options available in the region. The Kuranda Scenic Railway is famed for its beautiful route and the fact that it has been servicing the community for over 100 years. Winding through the lush green rainforest, cascading waterfalls and tropical mountain ranges, this is one journey to remember. The Skyrail Rainforest Cableway will take around 1.5 hours from departure and includes stops at the Red Peak Station and Barron Falls along the way. The two station stops are worth exploring and guests are advised to allocate around 20 minutes at each to explore the lookouts, historical displays and enjoy a guided boardwalk tour from a local ranger. Later you will be transferred to your hotel for check in.

Evening proceed for Tjapukai Night Fire Aboriginal Dinner & Show. Join in interactive activities and watch theatrical performances during a special evening of Aboriginal culture. Learn about the traditional customs of Australia’s indigenous Tjapukai people as they share stories of the rainforest during an enthralling dance show. Enjoy canapés and a buffet dinner.

Overnight Cairns.

CAIRNS 

After Breakfast, proceed for a full day tour to Great Barrier Reef! Visible from space, covering roughly the same area as Italy and home to more than 5000 species of marine creatures, the Great Barrier Reef is a must-see attraction for all travelers to Australia. The lively city of Cairns is a gateway for tours to explore the inner and outer reef. Great Barrier Reef Tour shows you the best spots at one of the world’s most incredible natural wonders. Throughout the day, you’ll have the chance to explore the underwater world, the reef’s mesmerizing marine life, and the spectacular islands that dot this part of the ocean. For adventure-seekers, there will be plenty of opportunities to try scuba diving and snorkeling, as well as fast-paced boom netting.

Evening return back to the Hotel. Dinner & Overnight Cairns.

CAIRNS – SYDNEY 

After Breakfast. Proceed to Cairns Airport to board flight for Sydney. Upon arrival you will be transferred to your hotel for Check in. Evening enjoy & experience 3 – hour Showboat Sydney Harbor dinner cruise with an exciting 1 – hour live cabaret show “Voyage of Love”, a 3-course deluxe seated & served dinner, the best views of Sydney Harbor at night on a fully air conditioned, theatre-style vessel.

Overnight Sydney.

SYDNEY (B|D)

After Breakfast, proceed for Blue Mountain tour. Look forward to crisp, clean, fresh mountain top air with distant blue haze horizons overlooking deep ravines and sandstone outcrops with rainforest carpeting the valley floor. See Katoomba – the regional capital of Blue Mountains, Enjoy Breath-taking views over the Jamison Valley, Walk on the Valley floor boardwalk under a canopy of tall tree ferns, Stop at Echo Point and see the famous Three Sisters rock formation up close. Travel west and follow the route of the renowned explorers who discovered this amazing region. Visit a quaint mountain village, enjoy breathtaking views, hear the story of Aboriginal legend, experience the rides at Scenic World and take a rainforest boardwalk or bushwalk. Ride the steepest incline Railway in the world, gently ascend on the Cableway and ride on the Skyway which glides between cliff tops above the rainforest canopy.

Get CLOSER to the largest collection of unique Australian animals in the world at an award-winning Feather dale Wildlife Park. Pat a koala, hand feed wallabies and kangaroos and come face to face with over 2000 animals across 260 native species in an natural bush environment. It’s an Australian experience not to be missed!

Before finishing your day with a relaxing cruise down the Parramatta River into Sydney Harbor, passing underneath the Sydney Harbor Bridge. Miss the peak hour Sydney traffic! Sit back and relax on board your cruise down the Parramatta River and Sydney Harbor.

Dinner & Overnight Sydney.

SYDNEY 

After breakfast, enjoy city tour of Sydney. Tick off iconic landmarks like Sydney Harbor Bridge and Sydney Opera House, stroll around vibrant districts like The Rocks and King’s Cross, and watch the surfers at Bondi Beach. Alternatively, soak up the scenery with a drive around Sydney’s Northern Beaches.

Go behind the scenes at the Sydney Opera House for a fascinating look at this Sydney icon. Your knowledgeable guide leads you through the World Heritage–listed building on a walking tour, sharing entertaining stories about the revered performance center’s history and providing access to off-limits parts of the house. Explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site with an insider guide & learn about the inspiration behind its world-famous architecture, also see areas that are normally off-limits to the public.

Later in the evening, soak in 360-degree views as you dine on a delicious buffet dinner at the Sydney Tower Restaurant’s revolving restaurant. From your vantage point high above the streets of Sydney, the views change as the restaurant slowly revolves during your meal. Large picture windows frame iconic sights like the Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbor Bridge, Darling Harbor, Circular Quay and, in the distance, the Blue Mountains. Enjoy a dinner or even a degustation tasting a range of tasty dishes that is sure to please everyone. Have a memorable meal at the highest revolving restaurant in the Southern Hemisphere & Get amazing views of Sydney Harbor Bridge, Circular Quay and the Blue Mountains

Overnight Sydney

DEPART TO LONDON 

Good times never end! As you get ready for the airport and your flight back home, relive the high points of your ‘Citibond’s Amazing Australia tour. We are confident you will join us again, sometime soon…