Sydney and the Great Barrier Reef February break 2020 Exact dates TBD
Fly to Australia Cross the International Date Line Days 1-2
Day 3 Sydney Walking tour of the Rocks area Shops, galleries, street markets
Sightseeing of Sydney National opal collection Sydney Harbor cruise Hyde Park Barracks Museum Sydney Tower Day 4 Sydney
Day 5 Sydney Featherdale Wildlife Park Lesson on animals from guides Walk through natural habitat
Day 5 continued Tour of the Sydney Opera House
Day 6 Day at Bondi beach
Day 7 Fly to Cairns
Day 8 Great Barrier Reef Cruise
Day 9 Free day in Cairns, or Optional excursion to Kuranda
Day 10 Fly home
COSTS Included in the cost of the trip are the following: Two meals per day Airfare Hotel Accommodations Tour Directors (24 hrs/day) (one per bus) Bus transportation inside Australia NOT included in the cost of the trip are the following: Tips (for tour director, bus driver(s), local guides) Spending money & Incidentals One meal (usually lunch) Optional Excursions (and transportation to/from) Maybe transportation to the airport on day of departure Tip Amount: TBD
A world of support EF Staff with us the entire trip 24 hour emergency service
Safety and Security EF s Peace of Mind Program What if something happens right before my tour or while we re on tour? Our top priority at all times is the safety and security of our travelers. Our extensive network of offices around the world means we re prepared to handle anything that might affect our tours, no matter how big or small. Please rest assured that we are able to make adjustments to your itinerary until the day you depart or even on-tour. In the past, EF has adjusted in this way: Last year, a WH student left his passport on the plane while we were catching a connecting flight. EF coordinated everything the return of his passport, a new flight the next morning even paid for dinner. When volcanic ash grounded all European airline travel in 2010 EF extended itineraries for multiple days until flights resumed (including WH) EF has changed hotel locations and itineraries to avoid demonstrations in places like central Athens; even here in the U.S. EF has had to reorganize groups to avoid riots in Baltimore. One group in 2011 was scheduled to go to Egypt when Arab Spring demonstrations erupted. They canceled and scheduled a last minute trip to Japan. While at a layover in Detroit the Tsunami hit Japan. During the layover, they rescheduled AGAIN to France. EF set up all of the hotels, guides, meals, etc. They did everything.
Safety and Security 24-hour emergency service When your students are traveling, our emergency service team is available 24-hours a day, ready to answer your call should any situation arise. Travel policies EF s policies are in accordance with the recommendations of the U.S. Department of State, Federal Aviation Administration and the National Transportation Safety Board.
Whitman-Hanson What do we do to ensure safety? Assigned bus Number system for attendance In tight areas, Subway Groups Chaperones have attendance lists with pictures Chaperones are always spread out when going place to place in front, middle, back At airport we take attendance getting on plane EF guide(s) with us the entire trip one for each bus Free time Curfew and bed checks
What is the cost? $4,495 After one bus fills, a waiting list will begin If/when waiting list is big enough, second bus opens If tour fills, get on the waiting list
Payment Options 1. Pay in Full 1. Automatic Payment Plan Direct debit from checking account or ATM/debit card 2. Manuel Payment Plan First payment of $500 due 30 days after enrollment Second payment of $500 due 90 days after enrollment Remaining balance due 110 days prior to departure
How do I sign up? https://www.eftours.com/tour-website/2146201nc
Q: How much is the optional excursion on day 9 to Kuranda? A: It is an additional $150. Questions and Answers? https://www.eftours.com/tour-website/2146201nc Q: What if you don t know if you want to do the optional tour until you get there? A: Kuranda trip is one that you must sign up for before departing for the trip. Any others that are offered while in Australia can be decided while there. Q: Do the students need passports? A: Yes! And it s never too early to start the process of applying for a passport. Q: Does the price drop if we fill a 2 nd bus? A: Unfortunately, no. $4495 is the lowest cost. EF already reduced the price by $300 as it is. Q: What if my child signs up, we make payments and then later change our mind and don t want to go? A: EF has a cancellation policy so you would be best to review it via their website. Q: Who can go on the trip? A: Anyone who is a student in the high school at the time of the trip is welcome to go. Q: How long is the flight to Cairns? A: Approximately 2-3 hours.