Alluring Australia

(Though there may be a little strain between the two countries, India and Australia, both are still fabulous destinations for the traveller. Go on, take a vacation and find out for yourself!)

Australia is one of the most spectacular countries in the world with its fabled outback, distinctive outdoor culture, rich wildlife, vibrant beaches, iconic architecture and sophisticated cities. The salubrious atmosphere at Cairns, the pristine beaches of the Great Barrier Reef, the luxury of the Hayman Island resort, the theme parks at the Gold Coast, the great shopping at Melbourne, the unique blend of old and new at Sydney, not to forget the vibrant beaches and dolphins at Port Stephens, makes Australia one of the most alluring holiday destinations. No wonder you want to go there! And we at Mercury Travels promise you a pleasurable vacation unlike anything you’ve experienced before.

Escape To Australia is a suggested itinerary. You can extend your holiday with a short holiday inNew Zealand or Tahiti. Mercury Travels offers customized holidays to Australia and other captivating destinations. Come and see Australia the way you want you to.

ESCAPE TO AUSTRALIA
Cairns/Gold Coast/Hayman Island/Sydney/Melbourne (14 nights/15 days)

Day 1 – Arrive Cairns
Your magical holiday Down Under begins with your arrival into Cairns this morning via Sydney. You are met at the airport and transferred to your hotel. Check in and relax. Overnight in Cairns.

Day 2 – Cairns
Your day begins at dawn with a ride on board the Hot Air Balloon for a fabulous aerial view of Cairns. Enjoy a champagne breakfast upon descent and proceed to The Great Barrier Reef, one of the natural wonders of the world. Enjoy a full day excursion with lunch on board the Big Cat Cruise Liner. The rest of the evening is at leisure. Overnight in Cairns.

Day 3 – Cairns/Hayman Island
Catch a flight to the beautiful Hamilton Island. Upon arrival, you are whisked away to a resort at the fabulous Hayman Island in Queensland’s tropical north. Overnight in Hayman Island.

Day 4 – Hayman Island
Wake up to a lazy breakfast and have the entire day to yourself to spend by the beach or just sit by the pool and relax. A truly rejuvenating and blissful feeling! Overnight in Hayman Island.

Day 5 – Hayman Island/Brisbane/Gold Coast
After breakfast, the speedboat will reach you to the airport at Hamilton Island for your flight to Brisbane. Upon arrival, you are met and transferred to the Gold Coast. Check into your hotel and the rest of the day is at leisure. In the evening, you are escorted to the Conrad Jupiters Hotel to witness the Extravaganza Show (shows on Monday to Saturday only). After the show, do make your way back to the hotel on your own. Overnight in Gold Coast.

Day 6 – Gold Coast
Gold Coast, with its excellent theme parks, is called the Disneyland of the South Pacific. Spend the entire day at Dreamworld trying out some of the tallest and fastest thrill rides in the world. After a brief rest at your hotel, you arrive at the pier for a relaxing two hour sunset cruise, accompanied with champagne. Experience the calm water and the scintillating sights before you make your own way back to the hotel. Overnight in Gold Coast.

Day 7 – Gold Coast
Experience the magic and excitement of the Warner Bros. Movie World. The fun and adventure of your favourite action movies is brought to life on the amazing rides here. After a brief rest at your hotel, you are escorted to the Glowworm Night Tour for a magical experience that includes a guided walk through the rainforest and the National Park, followed by supper. Overnight in Gold Coast.

Day 8 – Gold Coast/Brisbane/Melbourne
After an early breakfast you fly to Melbourne. On your arrival in the afternoon, you are met and transferred to your hotel with the rest of the day free. Overnight in Melbourne.

Day 9 – Melbourne/Great Ocean Road
This morning you drive down the scenic Great Ocean Road to the fabulous Seafarers Gateway. Check into the resort and spend the rest of the day soaking in the exclusive views and the private beach. Overnight along the Great Ocean Road.

Day 10 – Great Ocean Road/Melbourne
Wake up to a lazy and pampered breakfast, after which you are escorted to a private helicopter ride for a birds eye view of the Great Ocean Road. Head back to Melbourne, check in at the hotel and the rest of the day is free. Explore the city and its great shopping options, on your own. In the evening, you are treated to a special tramcar dinner following which you could spend time at the casino. Overnight in Melbourne.

Day 11 – Melbourne
A great city with loads to experience! Enjoy a full day trip covering Melbourne’s premier food and wine destination, Yarra Valley and the Dandenong Ranges that are perched high above the city amid the ancient ferns and trees. Upon returning back to the city, relax at the hotel. We recommend you take a water taxi to the fabulous waterfront and dine al fresco by the harbours edge. Overnight in Melbourne.

Day 12 – Melbourne/Sydney
Fly to Sydney in the morning. You are met and transferred to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day at leisure. In the evening you are escorted to the Victoria Wharf to experience the magic of the harbour by night and to enjoy an Indian dinner aboard the Deluxe Showboat Dinner Cruise. Overnight in Sydney.

Day 13 – Sydney/Port Stephens
After a leisurely breakfast, you are transferred to an exclusive resort at Port Stephens. Enjoy a dolphin cruise in the afternoon and have the rest of the evening free. Overnight in Port Stephens.

Day 14 – Port Stephens/Sydney
Post breakfast, you are transferred back to Sydney. Upon arrival, check into your hotel and spend the rest of the day exploring the city on your own. Overnight in Sydney.

Day 15 – Depart Sydney
Your Australian Escape ends today and you are escorted to the airport to board your flight back home.