Regional Tours Australian Icons - Independent This two-week tour shows you cities, the wonders of the outback and the magic of the Great Barrier Reef. All you need to do is sit back and enjoy yourself. From Melbourne to Sydney (Tour Code: MS12) 13 Days/ 12 nights > Melbourne (3) • Alice Springs (1) • Ayers Rock (2) • Cairns (3) • Sydney (3) Highlights • An afternoon with sheep, cattle, kangaroos at Warrook Cattle Farm before observing the famous Penguin Parade on the beach at Phillip Island. • Spectacular day exploring the Great Ocean Road with its dramatic coastal scenery, including the Twelve Apostles and the remains of London Bridge. • An early morning flight to Alice Springs to begin the Central Australian sector of your journey • Stopping at a camel farm on route to Uluru (Ayers Rock), enjoy a glass of wine while watching the sunset over Uluru. • An early rise to view the sunrise over Uluru and an opportunity to climb to the summit. Visit the mysterious Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) • Cruise on a high-speed catamaran to the Great Barrier reef, view spectacular coral, snorkel with tropical fish or view them from a semi-submersible craft (snorkel gear provided) • Journey on the famous Kuranda train for a breathtaking rail journey • Ride the Skyrail Cableway above the canopy of the rainforest • Visit Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park where the legends of dreamtime are bought to life. • Spend the day with Sydney's icons, Sydney Opera House, Royal Botanic Gardens, Mrs Macquarie's Chair, and the famous Bondi Beach; enjoy lunch on a Harbour cruise. • Visit the spectacular Blue Mountains with views of the Three Sister and an optional ride on the Scenic Railway. Price Includes • Sightseeing as detailed in itinerary (available on request) • Expert drivers and guides • Luxury motorcoach with air-conditioning, reclining seats, restroom and tinted panoramic windows • Accommodation in centrally-located hotels with private facilities • Full buffet breakfasts (12) Lunches (2) Exciting Highlights Dinner (1) Departure Daily Price per person Standard twin/double share: from A$3499     1 Apr - 30 Jun 2011 and 01 Dec 2011 - 31 Mar 2012 Standard twin/double share: from A$3615     1 Jul - 30 Nov 2011