Australia with Skydiving + Hot Air Balloon Tour Packages

Day 1 : Arrive Sydney

Arrive Sydney airport and transfer to hotel. Check into hotel. Day free at leisure. Overnight in Sydney.(Note: Standard check in time is 1400 hours, will request for early check in.) 

Day 2 : Sydney

Breakfast at hotel. Today proceed for Big Bus Hop on Hop off. Experience all the excitement of Australia’s famous harbour city aboard the Big Bus Sydney and Bondi Beach, double decker buses. Both tours are included in the one flexible sightseeing Hop-on Hop-off ticket. The Sydney tour is the perfect introduction to this dynamic city, showcasing the iconic landmarks including the impressive arch of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, the glorious Sydney Opera House and the sparkling waters of Sydney and Darling Harbour. To complement the Sydney tour, the Bondi Beach tour is a great introduction to Australia’s beach culture. There are over 30 stops in the two tours to hop off and experience the diversity of Sydney’s lifestyle. Both tours feature an entertaining and informative audio commentary available in 8 languages.s Combination 2 ticket is included. Includes entry into any 2 of the following: -
SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium - 9.00am - 7.00pm.
WILD LIFE Sydney - 9.00am - 5.00pm
Sydney Tower Eye - 9.00am - 9.30pm
Madame Tussauds 9.30am - 5.00pm

Collect your ticket from Wild Life Sydney, Darling Harbour. Open 9.00am - 5.00pm daily. Overnight in Sydney.

Day 3 : Sydney

Breakfast at hotel. Today proceed for Blue Mountains Sunset & Wilderness Tour. Avoid the crowds on this relaxed exploration of the Blue Mountains! Explore the changing moods of the Blue Mountains in the late afternoon sunlight and capture the sunset over the rugged ranges and valleys. This tour is designed to avoid the peak hour traffic of Sydney with later departures and returns to maximise our time enjoying the stunning scenery and native forests. With a late morning departure, you will have extra time to explore Sydney before joining this tour to one of the world's most spectacular World Heritage-listed national parks. Located 50 kilometres from Sydney CBD, the Blue Mountains is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, and is rich in Aboriginal heritage. A rugged mountain range of unique sandstone formations and steep cliffs, the Blue Mountains is known for its dramatic landscape. Surrounded by giant eucalyptus trees which creates a blue haze that lives up to its name. After lunch (own expense), we’ll continue to explore the amazing Jamison Valley. Get up close to the storied sandstone formation, the iconic Three Sisters. Hike along some impressive bush trails toward one of the most breathtaking waterfalls in New South Wales then settle in to watch the sun sink behind the distant mountains casting shadows over the rock formations and eucalyptus forests. On the journey home, take a quick break to grab some dinner (own expense) before we go kangaroo spotting! Many of Australia’s native animals are much more active in the dusk hours and we’ll explore some of the secret spots where we are most likely to find wildlife. Inclusions:National Park entry fees, Guided bush walks (2hr walking subject to fitness level), Australian wildlife sightings, Experienced driver guide, Air-conditioned mini-coach travel, Comprehensive tour commentary, Return hotel transfers. Overnight in Sydney

Day 4 : Sydney - Cairns

After breakfast, check out from hotel and transfer to the airport to board your flight to Cairns. Transfer to hotel & check in. Overnight in Cairns.

Day 5 : Cairns

Breakfast at hotel. Full day Green Island Big Cat Cruise. Tour includes Coach transfers, buffet lunch, reef tax, return transfer to Green Island, tea and coffee on boarding, activity and snorkelling demonstration, fish feeding display, self-guided island walk, Semi-Submarine tour, a choice of touring options: Option 1: Glass bottom boat tour, OR Option 2: Snorkelling equipment for the day (deposit required). Overnight in Cairns.

** Introductory Dive at extra cost: Approx. Rs. 9000 per person **

Day 6 : Cairns

You up from your hotel to commence a full day Kuranda Skyrail, and Scenic Rail tour. Transfer to Smithfield Terminal to board the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway at the scheduled time advised by the driver and glide over and through the rainforest canopy to Kuranda. There are two stations enroute where you can alight and enjoy a walk through the rainforest to spectacular lookouts or visit the CSIRO Interpretive Centre. Arrive at Kuranda to enjoy free time for approximately 3 hours, and explore the 'Village in the Rainforest' and its many attractions including the Heritage Markets. Enjoy lunch (own expense). Other Kuranda Village attractions you may wish to visit are Birdworld, The Australian Butterfly Sanctuary or Kuranda Koala Gardens (own expense). At 02:00pm board the Kuranda Scenic Railway for the journey to Cairns, and enjoy spectacular views as the train travels through 15 hand cut tunnels and past spectacular waterfalls. Stop at Barron Gorge to view the falls before arriving at Freshwater Station. Tour concludes at approximately 04:00pm, at which time hotel drop offs will commence. Overnight in Cairns.

Day 7 : Cairns - Gold Coast

After breakfast, check out from hotel and transfer to the airport to board your flight to Gold Coast. Arrive Gold Coast and SIC transfer to hotel in Gold Coast. Overnight in Gold Coast.

Day 8 : Gold Coast

Today early morning proceed for Hot Air Balloon Tour. A Balloon Hot Air coach will pick guests' up from their hotel to commence a half day Ballooning with O'Reilly's Vineyard Breakfast tour. Begin the day by floating gently above the spectacular Gold Coast Hinterland. Watch the sun rise over the rolling hills and enjoy sweeping views of Mt Tamborine, Lamington National Park and to the shimmering tall towers of the Gold Coast skyline as they enjoy a classic balloon flight. Afterwards enjoy breakfast in the gracious ambience of O'Reilly's Grand Homestead with its wide verandahs and high ceilings. Take a stroll in the tranquil grounds or enjoy a wine tasting at the Cellar Door. Tour concludes at approximately 10.00am.

Post Hot Air drop off at Sea World. Get up close and personal with marine life wonders and experience a whole world of exciting rides, shows, laugh along with the crowd as the clever sea lions solve an environmental crime in a wonderful new adventure – Fish detectives. Experience, an enchanting new interactive Dolphin Show and much more! Overnight in Gold Coast.

Day 9 : Gold Coast

Breakfast at hotel. Today proceed for Full Day Movie World Tour. Where movie magic happens every day. Meet your favorite stars and enjoy all the behind-the Scene actions, comedy stunts along with exhilarating rides, shows and attractions like the new Superman Escape, the suspended roller coaster ‘Lethal Weapon’ – where you will see your feet Against the sky, encounter five complete upside down experiences. 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’. Overnight in Gold Coast.

Day 10 : Gold Coast

Breakfast at hotel. Today proceed for 15,000 Feet Tandem Skydiving in Byron Bay. Overnight in Gold Coast.

Day 11 : Gold Coast - Melbourne

After breakfast, check out from hotel and transfer to the airport to board your flight to Melbourne. Arrive Melbourne airport and transfer to hotel and check in. Balance day at leisure. Overnight in Melbourne.

Day 12 : Melbourne

Breakfast at hotel. Today afternoon proceed for Philip Island & Penguin Parade Tour. The tour starts with a drive south-east from Melbourne to reach Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park where you will meet endangered species, kangaroos, wallabies and koalas plus an array of colourful birds and reptiles. Your journey then leads onto Phillip Island, the home of the Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix and the famous Little Penguins. Upon arrival on the Island, depending on the time of year and your interests, you will visit Woolamai beach to see surfers riding the waves. During the daylight savings months, you will travel to the town of Cowes where you will have free time for dinner. In the winter months you can have something to eat at the Penguin Parade Visitor Centre. Finally, a trip to Phillip Island is not complete without its black tie gala event the Penguin Parade. Head to the Visitor Centre to shop, have a coffee and meander along the boardwalk to the viewing platform where you will see the little penguins come ashore, decked out in their tuxedos as they hurry off to find their burrows. Overnight in Melbourne.

Day 13 : Melbourne

Breakfast at hotel. Today proceed for Full Day Great Ocean Road Tour.The Great Ocean Road Reverse Tour direction enables our passengers to experience the National Heritage-listed Great Ocean Road in all its glory in the reverse direction. By operating this tour in reverse, we avoid all the normal tourist masses that visit the 12 Apostles, giving our passengers a better opportunity to capture that picture-perfect photograph without the crowds. This Great Ocean Road reverse tour itinerary will visit all the same key destinations and highlights as our standard great ocean road tour, so rest assured you won’t miss a thing. Escape the city by traveling inland direct to the Shipwreck Coast via Colac enjoying a complimentary morning tea along the way. Take a journey and experience the Great Ocean Road reverse tour in the opposite direction to the masses, enabling you to escape the crowds and enjoy this famous and picturesque coastline in all its glory. Our first major stop will be the breath-taking 12 Apostles and the extraordinary rock formations of Loch Ard Gorge in Port Campbell. Discover Mutton Bird Island and Razorback lookout, both offering amazing views. Then, enjoy a guided walk through Maits Rest or Melba Gully, an ancient rainforest admiring some of the world’s tallest trees in the Great Otway National Park. We continue our journey along this spectacular National Heritage listed road winding between hillsides, pristine beaches, stunning ocean views and dense rainforest. The Great Ocean Road is famously known as one of the world’s most scenic coastal routes which you will get to enjoy without all the crowds. Our local guides will try to seek out the iconic Australian koala, as this coastal region is heavily populated with these furry creatures hidden within the pockets of Eucalyptus forests. Stopping next at the Great Ocean Road Memorial Arch, one of the most photographed spots along this rugged coastline. This monument is a tribute to the World War One serviceman who built the Great Ocean Road stretching 243 kilometres and was finally completed in 1932. A great location to grab a group photo under the archway and share with friends on social media. From here, we sit back, relax and enjoy the drive back into the dynamic and cosmopolitan city of Melbourne. Overnight in Melbourne.

Day 14 : Melbourne

Breakfast at hotel. Today proceed for Yarra Valley Winery Bus Tour. Inclusions: Pick up and Drop off from Melbourne CBD Hotel, Tastings at four wineries, Chocolate tastings at the chocolateries. Visit four expertly chosen wineries where you will enjoy wine tastings at all wineries visited. Enjoy lunch with a glass of wine at one of the wineries we visit. Then enjoy a complimentary chocolate tasting at the world famous Yarra Valley Chocolateries. Overnight in Melbourne.

Day 15 : Melbourne - India

Breakfast at hotel. Today check out and transfer to the airport to board your flight back to India.