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OPTIONAL DAY TOURS
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OT1: |
Majestic Melbourne |
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Monday 12 July 2010 |
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13.00 – 17.00 hours |
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$65.00 per person |
Experience the beautiful sights of Melbourne on this city coach tour. Sights include Fitzroy Gardens and St. Patrick's Cathedral, Chinatown, Old Melbourne Gaol, Shrine of Remembrance, Law Courts and Flagstaff Gardens, Queen Victoria Market, Arts and Cultural Centre and Kings Domain Gardens. |
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OT2: |
Penguin Parade to Phillip Island |
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Tuesday 13 July 2010 |
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15.00 - 22.30 hours |
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$145.00 per person |
Phillip Island boasts two of Australia’s greatest natural attractions, Seal Rocks and the Penguin Reserve. This late afternoon tour features the Fairy Penguins at Phillip Island Nature Park and the Fur Seals. Depart Melbourne for Phillip Island, where the Little Penguins that nest there perform a “parade” every evening – emerging from the sea and waddling up the beach to their burrows. Be privy to one nature’s most spectacular shows – a few minutes after sunset. The tour includes entrance to the Nature Park and access to the premium viewing area. |
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OT3: |
Great Ocean Road Adventure |
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Wednesday 14 July 2010 |
Time: |
08.00 – 19.30 hours |
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$154.00 per person |
The power and majesty of nature reign supreme in this awe inspiring coastal landscape. The huge stone monoliths of the Twelve Apostles, Island Arch, Razorback and the rugged coastline with its spectacular views never fails to impress. Stop at picturesque Apollo Bay for lunch (own expense). |
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OT4: |
Dinner on the Colonial Tramcar Restaurant |
Date: |
Wednesday 14 July 2010 |
Time: |
20.30 – 23.30 hours |
Cost: |
$135.00 per person |
Melbourne is known for its trams, leafy boulevards and grand culinary experiences. This three hour dining experience combines all these things. Onboard the lovingly restored and decorated 1920s tramcar, guests will enjoy a 5 course meal, including beverages, while the tramcar travels around Melbourne. |
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OT5: |
Yarra Valley Food and Wine Journey |
Date: |
Thursday 15 July 2010
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Time: |
10.00 – 17.30 hours
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Cost: |
$200.00 per person
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The Yarra Valley is the historical home of the Victorian Wine Industry in Australia and a scenic area that is a must see for any visitor to Melbourne. Enjoy a day of fine food and wine. Visit to 3 premier wineries for tastings, sample local produce and enjoy a delicious 2 course lunch at a vineyard restaurant before returning to the city. |
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OT5: |
Melbourne Shopping Secrets |
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Friday 16 July 2010
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Time: |
10.00 – 12.00 hours
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Cost: |
$75.00 per person
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Discover and explore Melbourne’s arcades and lanes and the city’s creative retail community in this fascinating walking tour. Visit some fabulous local designers and specialty retailers in the city. Your local guide will show you some interesting aspects of the city’s history with attention to amazing architecture, as well as some usual public art displays. This is a tour guaranteed to inspire you. |
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OPTIONAL POST TOURS
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PT1: |
The Dramatic Red Centre |
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4 days/3 nights
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Date: |
17 - 20 July 2010
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Cost: |
$1,500.00 per person based on double occupancy
$2,400.00 per person based on single occupancy
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Called the Heart of the Nation, the ‘Red Centre’ is arid, dramatic, vast, a land of extremes and home of Uluru (Ayers Rock) Australia’s spectacular monolith. Participants will also discover other geological wonders such as Kata Tjuta (the Olgas), Kings Canyon and more. Explore some of the base of this huge monolith, view a magnificent sunrise and discover its significance to the Aboriginal people.
Tour prices do not include domestic airfares, which should be booked to arrive into Alice Springs and depart from Ayers Rock. Please contact the Congress managers for a detailed itinerary, including suggested flights. |
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PT2: |
Reef and Rainforest |
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5 days/4 nights
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Date: |
17 - 21 July 2010
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Cost: |
$1,200.00 per person based on double occupancy
$1,800.00 per person based on single occupancy
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North of Cairns discover one of the most beautiful regions of Australia. Here, at the meeting point of an ancient rainforest and the Earth’s largest living coral structure, slow to a unique rhythm found only in Tropical North Queensland. Based in the exclusive village of Palm Cove, highlights include swimming and snorkelling on the Great Barrier Reef and discovering the beauty of the World Heritage listed Daintree rainforest.
Tour prices do not include domestic airfares, which should be booked to and from Cairns. Please contact the congress managers for a detailed itinerary, including suggested flights. |
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General Information
These tours are not included in registration fees, except for the Majestic Melbourne which is included in the Accompanying Person Fee. To register for these tours, please indicate when registering.
The tours are designed by arinex pty limited (license No. 2TA001144), for delegates and accompanying persons. Only the best aspects of Melbourne and its environs have been incorporated to provide value for money for persons whose time is at a premium. All sightseeing tours include the services of a guide, all entry fees and meals where specified.
All tours are based on a minimum number of participants. If minimum numbers are not reached, alternative places will be allocated strictly in order of receipt of bookings. Where participants cancel their tours bookings prior to
27 May 2010, payment will be refunded in full. Thereafter, no refund will be made.
Comfortable shoes and clothing are recommended for all tours. For any outdoor tours we recommend that participants bring sun protection cream, sunhat and sunglasses.
Places on all tours will only be confirmed once full payment is received.
Disclaimer
The services specified in these tour descriptions are available at the time of writing. However, in the event that any service(s) become unavailable for any reason, arinex pty limited will make every effort to supply alternative services of an equal standard and value but cannot accept any responsibility for failure to provide the specified services.
Please be advised that all prices could incur a 5% increase after March, 31 2010 due to supplier rate increase. Any changes will be notified via email and then charged accordingly upon your approval.
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