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1 AUSTRALIAN EXTRAVAGANZA 10 NIGHTS / 11 DAYS HIGHLIGHTS: GOLD COAST: Jet Boat Ride. Fire4Hire - Fire Engine experience. Dream world. Mount Tamborine 4WD Tour. Morning tea with Delicious fresh scones, served with jams and cream. Wine Tasting with Guided Rainforest Walk at Mount Tamborine. Learn to throw a Boomerang. Movie World OR Sea World CAIRNS: Kuranda Rainforest by one way Skyrail. Tjapukai show with Dinner. The Great Barrier Reef - Green Island, on board the Cruise with lunch. MELBOURNE: Visit Eureka Sky Deck - the highest public observation deck in the Southern Hemisphere. A scenic drive to the Great Ocean Road with Lunch. Fantastic Helicopter Ride over 12 Apostles. City tour of Melbourne. Guided tour of the Melbourne Cricket Ground. SYDNEY: Visit Blue Mountain with Scenic World Rides - steepest incline railway in the world. City tour of Sydney with Bondi Beach. Guided tour of Sydney Opera House. Lunch at Sydney Tower. Visit Sydney Aquarium. Visit the Sydney Wildlife World. Visit the World Famous Madame Tussauds Wax Museum Sydney Showboat Cruise with dinner. SUGGESTED ITINERARY DAY 01 Welcome aboard Thomas Cook s Australian Extravaganza tour. Arrive into Brisbane (flight cost is not included) and then proceed towards Gold Coast Australia s entertainment capital. Later enjoy Jet Boat ride. Bon voyage! Today, you are off to your exciting tour of Australia. Embark on your holiday of the vast island countries which have so much for you to explore, whether you want nature, wildlife, cityscapes, islands, rainforest and reef. It is also a haven of natural beauty, relaxation, culinary experience, adventure, wonderful sights and great shopping. On arrival at Brisbane airport (flight cost is not included), you will be greeted by your friendly and experienced Thomas Cook Tour Manager/ Local Representative outside the baggage hall. Proceed to Gold Coast for some fun and excitement as you enjoy 360 spin, on a high speed drifting Jet Boat ride on

2 backwaters of Gold Coast. It is a great way to see what the glitzy Gold Coast is all about. Post lunch check into your hotel (Standard check in at 1400hr). Enjoy Indian Dinner. Overnight at Hotel Mantra on View (4*) / Novotel (4*) or similar, in Gold Coast. (L,D) DAY 02 Welcome aboard, a grand ride on a real fire 4 hire truck. Today get set to join us on a fun-filled day to Dream world which will provide a one stop shop for thrills, spills and family fun. Today after an American breakfast at the hotel, enjoy a grand ride on a real fire 4 hire truck, with loud entertaining music. Experience hands on operation of a real fire hose, and wear an Authentic Fire Helmet with uniformed fire fighter chauffeurs! Later proceed to Dream World. Enjoy the tallest and fastest thrill rides, interactive shows and unique animal attractions; there s something for everyone at Dream World. Rides that are stomach losing, packed with adrenalin, and give you a big dose of fear such as the Giant Drop, Tower of Terror, Wipe out, Cyclone roller coaster and Dream World s scream machine - The Claw! Today enjoy local Lunch. Experience some more wonderful rides and attractions at Nick Central Wiggle s World. Enjoy a dinner at a local Indian restaurant. Overnight at Hotel Mantra on View (4*) / Novotel (4*) or similar, in Gold Coast. DAY 03 Welcome aboard, Enjoy a truly Australian Experience Take 4WD ride along Hillside Tracks through the Rainforests with morning tea and Delicious Scones with jams & cream. Guided Rainforest walk & Free Boomerang lesson. Later proceed for a fun-filled day to Movie World - Hollywood in Gold Coast OR meet your aquatic friends at Sea World. Today after an American breakfast at the hotel, pick up by your 4WD vehicles and follow the original track built by early pioneer s to transport their produce to the Coast. The tour winds through eucalyptus trees to enter the magnificent rainforests of Tamborine Mountain National Parks. While negotiating this seldom used track we keep a look out for koala and other native wildlife. Your guides have lived in the area for over 24 years and have extensive local knowledge and expertise. Share their favourite places and learn about the Hinterland, it s unique flora and fauna. A break for morning tea of Delicious fresh scones, served with jams, cream, tea and coffee. A chance to check out Gallery Walk, Tamborine mountains Arts and Crafts region with locally made items. Tamborine is starting to build a reputation for its wineries so this tour would not be complete without a wine tasting at one of the local wineries. Reds, Whites and ports. Not into wine but enjoy beer then you can skip wine tasting and head to Mount Tamborine s brewery to taste their extensive range of local beers. Time to stretch the legs and let us take you on a fully guided leisurely bush walk to the mountain s only spring fed waterfall. Discovering the lush subtropical rainforests. And yes, boomerangs do come back. Haven t thrown one since you were a kid, or first time to Australia, this is great fun for all ages. The return journey to the Gold Coast provides sweeping views of the Coast and surrounding mountain ranges. If you have opted for Movie World, the vehicles will then drop you back at Warner Brothers Movie World where movie magic happens every day. Enjoy local lunch. Meet your favourite stars and enjoy all behind-the scene actions, comedy stunts along with Exhilarating rides, shows and attractions like the

3 Superman Escape, Green Lantern, Scooby Doo, etc. Also have a chance of meeting and taking off on the ultimate Batwing Space shot ride. Or for the once who opt for Sea World, the vehicles will then drop you back at Sea World. Enjoy local lunch. 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 solves an environmental crime in a wonderful adventure Fish detectives. Experience Affinity, an enchanting interactive Dolphin Show. Also, visit Sea World s attraction the Polar Bear shores. Enjoy a delicious dinner at a local Indian restaurant. Overnight at Hotel Mantra on View (4*)/ Novotel (4*) or similar, in Gold Coast. NOTE CHOICE BETWEEN MOVIE WORLD OR SEA WORLD SHOULD BE CONFIRMED AT THE TIME OF BOOKING. THE TOUR MANAGER WILL GO WITH THE MAXIMUM NUMBER OF PAX FOR MOVIE WORLD OR SEA WORLD. DAY 04 - (FLIGHT TO CAIRNS - flight cost is not included) Onto Cairns The Tropical Paradise. Today, get set for a day of fun and excitement as you visit Kuranda - a village in the rainforest. Also enjoy Tjapukai show. After an American breakfast at the hotel, we transfer you to the airport for your flight to Cairns (flight cost is not included). On arrival enjoy lunch. Later proceed to Kuranda a World Heritage Rainforest. Experience one way Skyrail journey that immerses you in an intimate experience where you will relax and enjoy the stunning rainforest scenery, panoramic views of the Cairns tropical region and the glittering waters of the Coral Sea. After a day of excitement and fun, we return to Cairns and Check in. In the evening enjoy a unique Tjapukai cultural experience with performance and dance. Tjapukai is a perfect way to gain a deeper understanding of Australia s diverse aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage. Dinner at Tjapukai. Overnight at Hotel Pacific (4*)/ Hotel Abbot (4*) or similar, in Cairns. **For the clients staying at Hotel Abbot, breakfast will be served at Hotel Pacific. DAY 05 Join us on an unforgettable experience to the Great Barrier Reef the only living structure visible from the space. A chance to enjoy Hot Air Ballooning. This morning you have an option to go for hot air ballooning (Boxed Breakfast). Later after an early breakfast at your hotel, we proceed to board the cruise to the Green Island. Escape into a world of surprises to experience the breathtaking beauty of the Great Barrier Reef. There is an abundance of activities for swimmers and non-swimmers to enjoy. A chance to Snorkel and dive, or you can stay dry and explore the stunning reef from the comfort of an air-conditioned semi-submersible that will take you to an underwater world that has a dazzling kaleidoscope of colours. Enjoy continental lunch on board the cruise. Return to your hotel with fantastic memories of this living natural wonder. Later in the evening visit Cairns night market on your own. Tonight, a delicious dinner awaits you at a local Indian restaurant. Overnight at Hotel Pacific (4*)/ Hotel Abbot (4*) or similar, in Cairns. **For the clients staying at Hotel Abbot, breakfast will be served at Hotel Pacific. DAY 06 - (FLIGHT TO MELBOURNE - flight cost is not included) Arrive in to Melbourne the Victorian Capital. Visit Eureka Sky Deck the highest public observation deck in the Southern Hemisphere.

4 After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Melbourne (flight cost is not included). Enjoy Local Lunch. On arrival into Melbourne transfer to Eureka Sky Deck. Situated in the heart of Southbank in the iconic Eureka Tower, the Sky deck stands at a staggering 297 metres above the streets of Melbourne. It is the highest public observation deck in the Southern Hemisphere, which offers unparalleled views over Melbourne. Later check into your hotel. Evening is free to enjoy Melbourne Shopping precincts on your own. Enjoy the fantastic lanes of Melbourne to truly feel the vibrancy Melbourne has to offer. Tonight enjoy dinner at a local Indian restaurant in Melbourne. Overnight at Hotel Oaks on Market (4*) / Oaks on Collin (4*) or similar, in Melbourne. DAY 07 Enjoy a memorable excursion to the Great Ocean Road, where you will enjoy a breath taking view of the Twelve Apostles on a Helicopter Ride. After an early breakfast at the hotel, get set for a day tour to the Great Ocean Road. Enjoy the spectacular views over golden surf beaches, sheer cliff faces. Enjoy local lunch. Drive along the coastline of Port Campbell National Park. The coastline with its twisted shapes of amazing rock formation, the famous Twelve Apostles huge stone pillars rising from the surf, the Loch Ard Gorge, will give a photographer some spectacular pictures on an exhilarating Helicopter Ride. Enjoy dinner at a local Indian restaurant. Overnight at Hotel Oaks on Market (4*) / Oaks on Collin (4*) or similar, in Melbourne. DAY 08 - (FLIGHT TO SYDNEY - (flight cost is not included) Explore the charm, history and character of Melbourne on an exciting city tour. Enjoy a guided tour of the famous Melbourne Cricket Ground (In case of a game / event guided tour of MCG tour does not operate). Flight to Sydney (flight cost is not included) one of the world s easiest and most pleasant cities to visit. After an American breakfast at the hotel, check out & proceed to discover the breath taking landmarks and monuments of Melbourne on your orientation tour, where we drive pass Town Hall, St. Patrick s Cathedral, National Tennis centre, National Tennis centre, visit the Royal Botanical Gardens and visit the Shrine of Remembrance. Also, enjoy a guided tour of the spectacular Melbourne Cricket Ground - one of Australia s greatest assets. After Indian Lunch proceed to the airport to board your flight to Sydney (flight cost is not included). On arrival into the Harbour city proceed to hotel and check in. Enjoy dinner at local Indian Restaurant. Overnight at Hotel Mercure Sydney (4*) / Park Royal Parramatta (4*) / Rydges Central (4*) or similar, in Sydney. DAY 09 Today visit the Blue Mountains and enjoy Scenic World Rides. After an American breakfast at the hotel, sit back and relax as you travel to the amazing Blue Mountain and enjoy the journey west. Upon arrival see the imposing Three Sisters, a great photo opportunity. According to Aboriginal legend, this unusual rock formation represents three sisters who were turned to stone. They stand an incredible 922, 918 and 906 metres respectively and are an amazing sight as the sun shifts to cast magnificent colours across the rock face. Next we proceed to Scenic World, located in southern Katoomba, which provides the ideal location to experience all that the Blue Mountains has to offer. It s like nowhere else on earth with its 360 views of this incredible landscape. Here you ll ride the steepest incline railway in the world down into a hidden

5 valley. Glide out on the Cableway for panoramic views. Then ride the Skyway 370 metres above the ancient ravines and dazzling waterfalls. Today enjoy lunch at the charming village of Leura which is one of several in the Blue Mountains that perfectly captures the spirit of the region fresh mountain air and stunning scenery. Later return to Sydney. Enjoy dinner at local Indian Restaurant. Overnight at Hotel Mercure Sydney (4*) / Park Royal Parramatta (4*) / Rydges Central (4*) or similar, in Sydney. DAY 10 Explore the landmarks of Sydney - the Rocks area, Harbour Bridge, Bondi Beach on your exciting city tour. Enjoy a spectacular guided tour of the world-renowned Sydney Opera house. Next enjoy an amazing Lunch atop the Sydney Tower with sweeping views of Sydney. Discover stunning underwater life at the Sydney Aquarium and visit Sydney Wildlife World. Visit the world famous Madame Tussauds Wax Museum. Have the time of your life as you get set for the most exciting, entertaining and fun night on Showboat dinner cruise along Sydney Harbour! 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. Macquaries Chair, Eastern suburbs home to the city s rich and famous and the world renowned Bondi beach. We also take you on a guided tour of one the world s most spectacular landmark the Sydney Opera House. Experience this miracle of architecture and engineering. Today enjoy an International hot buffet lunch at the revolving restaurant in Sydney Tower. Later take a journey through the world famous Sydney Aquarium. We later visit the wild life world & find yourself an amazing animal adventure as your journey into Australia s most famous locations & experience most loved and featured animals that call Australia home. Later experience the world of glamour, glitz, sport, politics and music when you visit the world famous Madame Tussauds Wax Museum where you will see the life size wax statues of the famous personalities from all around the world. Tonight, get set for a lifetime experience on board the spectacular Showboat dinner cruise. Be captivated by the breath-taking scenery as you sail through the shimmering Sydney Harbour with its mesmerizing panorama of bright city lights, Opera House and the famous Harbour Bridge. Experience fine dining with Indian menu on board followed by a dazzling theatre cabaret featuring professional Australian showgirls in their glamorous costumes! Overnight at Hotel Mercure Sydney (4*) / Park Royal Parramatta (4*) / Rydges Central (4*) or similar, in Sydney. DAY 11 Fly back with pleasant memories (flight cost is not included). After buffet/boxed breakfast, we check out and proceed to the airport for your flight back home (flight cost is not included). Do spare a few minutes to share your feedback with your Tour Manager. Your valued suggestions will be most appreciated. Arrive home with pleasant memories of your Australian Extravaganza tour, which we are sure you will treasure for a lifetime. (B)

6 GENERAL INFO: Currency Used: Time Difference: (AUD) Australian Dollars. Australia: 05 hours 30 minutes ahead of IST. WHAT YOUR TOUR PRICE INCLUDES: Sightseeing, excursions, meals and accommodation as per above mentioned itinerary ACCOMMODATION: 03 nights accommodation at Hotel Mantra on View (4*) / Novotel Surfers Paradise (4*) or similar in Gold Coast. 02 nights accommodation at Hotel Pacific (4*) / Hotel Abbot (4*) or similar in Cairns. **For the clients staying at Hotel Abbot, breakfast will be served at Hotel Pacific. 02 nights accommodation at Hotel Oaks on Market (4*) / Hotel Oaks on Collins (4*) or similar in Melbourne. 03 nights accommodation at Hotel Mercure (4*) / Hotel Park Royal Parramatta (4*) / Hotel Rydges Central (4*) or similar in Sydney. MEALS: Daily American buffet/boxed breakfasts at the hotel. (Except on Day of Arrival). 04 basic lunches and 06 local lunches. 10 Indian Jain/vegetarian/non-vegetarian dinners. WHAT S MORE: Hot Masala Chai on Day of arrival at Jet Boat Ride Center. Morning tea with Delicious fresh scones, served with jams and cream at Mount Tamborine. Masala Chai and Potato Wedges at Green Island while on the Great Barrier Reef Tour. Enjoy ice cream during Great Ocean Road tour. Enjoy a truly Australian local Delicacy - TIM TAM Biscuit packet for each of our guests once during the tour. VISA REQUIREMENT: Single entry Australia Visa. IMPORTANT: The group tour will operate with a Tour Manager subject to a minimum of 20 full-paying passengers travelling together. NOTES: There is a possibility that your Tour Manager could change in-between the tour. On days when you are taking internal flights, there is a possibility that we might provide packed meal in case the flight timing does not suit the meal time. As a third person in a Triple room, in some cities no extra bed or cot will be provided. Instead a room with two queen beds will be provided. OR in some cities a king bed with a roll away bed will be provided. Taxes as applicable extra. For certain departures, we may re-route the itinerary. However all sightseeing & inclusions will remain the same. On some occasions you may have to join another group in case the group does not have adequate members Land surcharges due to Local Events applicable on certain departures.

7 All local taxes and services (Presently calculated as prevailing on 01 st July 2017). Some optional excursions are subject to minimum 20 paying passengers OR if less than 20 passengers then the optional will operates on Seat in Coach basis s. Optional tours are booked & paid on 100% non-refundable & non cancellation policy. A person below 12 years of age on date of return flight will be considered a child. A baby below 24 months of age on date of return flight will be considered an infant. Functioning of Air cooling/air conditioning in hotels is subject to official declaration of summer by the local authority. Security alerts and random closures might affect the itinerary. All the internal flights will allow one piece of check in bag per person up to 20kg and carryon luggage will be upto 7kgs only. For Australia it is essential to carry your warm clothes & umbrella. For Showboat dinner cruise advisable dress code is formals, semi formals, smart casuals and traditional. DEPARTURE DATES: EX-BRISBANE / GOLD COAST Oct 17 : 14, 21, 28 Nov 17 : 11, 25 Dec 17 : 09, 16, 22*, 23*, 30 Jan 18 : 06, 13, 27 Feb 18 : 10, 24 Mar 18 : 10, 24 *22 nd December and 23 rd December departure dates will have a different flow of itinerary. Please get in touch with your sales staff for the same. ** NOTE: Surcharges will be applicable on certain departure dates. OPTIONAL TOURS: (Reservation & payment must be made upon arrival on day 01 of your tour by paying your Tour Manager the applicable amount) Attraction/Tour Adult Child Gold Coast Australian Outback Show (Pre Booking required) AUD 125 AUD 95 Hot Air Ballooning Gold Coast (Can be done in Cairns as well) AUD 240 AUD 200 NOTES: Optional Tours are dependant on weather conditions & subject to operational feasibility by the local vendors. Prices subject to change by the local vendors without notice. All optional activities will have to be booked and paid to your Thomas Cook Tour Manager or representative on day 01 or day 02 of the tour. All payments to be made in AUD in Australia only (Credit cards not accepted). Optional tours are booked & paid on 100% non-refundable & non cancellation policy. Some activities mentioned above as Pre Booking required needs to be booked from India or your home country only. Some activities mentioned above as Pre Booking preferable We highly recommend to book in advance as these activities gets full very fast and might not be available on tour.

8 Medical condition applies. GST will be additional if paid in India.

9 WHAT YOUR TOUR PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE: Airfare (Main and internal), Ticket taxes, Visa and Insurance charges. Tips to guides, drivers, hotel waiters, etc. of AUD 03 for Australia per person per day for the duration of the tour to be paid to the Tour Manager on day 01 of the tour. If you wish to travel on a date other than the group s Ex-India departure date for your tour and/or wish to return on a date other than the day your tour ends and/or wish to fly in/out of a city other than the start/end city of your tour, there will be an additional charge that will be applicable (subject to availability of seats for the given dates and ticket validity), which will be advised to you by your Sales staff/travel agent. Kindly note, the deviation will be actioned only 30 days prior to the tour departure date. Baggage handling fees for additional check-in baggage and any additional sectors for internal flights The cost of the Passport, POE charges, etc. GST as payable extra

AUSTRALIAN DELIGHTS 08 NIGHTS / 09 DAYS

HIGHLIGHTS: GOLD COAST: Aquaduck Tour. Movie World. Sea World. AUSTRALIAN DELIGHTS 08 NIGHTS / 09 DAYS CAIRNS: Kuranda rainforest by one way Scenic Skyrail. Cruise to the Great Barrier Reef - Green Island,