14 Days 13 Nights
Australia
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Australian Comfort Gold Tour – Seniors Specials
Explore Australia comfortably, its wild life, natural beauty and indigenous culture!
- Overview
- Attractions
- Itinerary
- Tour Price
- Refund & Cancellation
- Inclusions
- Exclusions
- Disclaimers & Notes
Overview
Overview
Air Travel : Premium Eco / Economy
Accommodation : 4 or 3 star
Duration: 14 Days (ex international travel)
Places: 6 major cities (ex pass through)
Attractions: 40+ attractions & activities
Local Concierge : Comfortable coaches
Meals : Seasoned Break-fast, Lunch, Dinner and High Tea
Hospitality: Gold class
Attractions
Attractions
| • Australia Zoo • Kuranda Village • Kuranda scenic journey • Cairns Night Market • Green Island • Surfers Paradise beach • Sky Point deck • Movie World • Sea World • Wet n wild • Coffs Harbour • Big Banana • Sydney Tower Eye • Sydney Darling Harbour | • Sydney Aquarium • Sydney Zoo • Sydney Opera House • Sydney Harbour Bridge • Botanical Garden, Sydney • Bondi Beach • Echo Point (3 sisters), • Scenic Skyway • Katoomba falls • Scenic world • Cockington Greens • The Royal Australian Mint • The Parliament of Australia • Australian War Memorial | • Melbourne Cricket Ground • Melbourne Central Library • Phillip Island Choc Factory • Phillip Island Penguin • Memorial Arch • Wyne River area • Apollo Bay • Otway Rainforest • Shipwreck Coast • Loch Ard Gorge • Archway, • The Razorback • Dumpling Pots • 12 Apostles |
Itinerary
Itinerary
Day 1 - Arrival in Brisbane
Mumbai tour guests will report at the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, Mumbai as per the scheduled flight departure time. Tour Host will greet all guests at the airport.
Once Tour reaches Brisbane Airport, you will have to check-out of terminal with your baggage. Australian Tour appreciator will welcome all guests at the terminal gate and will take you to the first excursion for today, the famous Australia Zoo (Home of Croc Hunter – Steve Irwin). The Zoo is stunning. The quality of the enclosures and exhibitions is second to none and there are many instances where you can have interactive experiences. This is like the Hilton for zoo animals, well taken care of, the best zoo hands down. A lot of attractions are interactive and you get a real hands on experience. Remember to pack sunscreen and wear comfortable shoes.
Day 2 - Cairns
Today we will head straight to the Brisbane domestic airport and catch flight to Cairns. Once we land in Cairns we will have dinner and then straight head to Kuranda Railway station. You can take a mini-stroll around the station area which is a village area. Your next journey will be through beautiful scenic forests, hills, waterfalls and fields. This will be definitely relaxing and joyful experience. We will reach at Cairns Railway station and then after our high tea, we will head to Cairns esplanade. Take a light stroll and you will reach Cairns night market. The vibrant atmosphere, diverse stalls, and live entertainment make it a fantastic experience. From unique crafts to delicious street food, there's something for everyone. A great place to soak up the local culture! We will have our dinner and check-in at the Hotel for tight sleep.
Day 3 - Green Island
Today we will visit cairns favourite island destination, the Green island. You will explore your snorkelling skills or you have option of Glass Bottom Boat Coral viewing. If you are little adventures we can arrange for scuba dive at extra cost or snuba something between scuba and snorkelling. You can also take self guided Eco Island walk. Enjoy white sand beach and crystal clear sea followed by sumptous lunch with great spread. Once we are fully exhausted and through with our tea break we will head back to cairns city centre. Take a stroll around wharf have dinner and head back to the Hotel.
Day 4 - Back to Brisbane
Today (after break-fast) we will head back to Cairns domestic airport for Brisbane. Once we reach at the airport we will head straight to King George Square. We will take lunch and then stroll in Brisbane CBD. The CBD has lot to offer. We will visit Roma Street Parkland, popular chain fashion stores and specialised brands on busy Queen Street, plus the shady riverfront City Botanic Gardens. Brisbane City Hall offers historical photos in the Museum of Brisbane, and skyline views from its 1930s Clock Tower. We will then proceed to surfers paradise. Day is still bright so lets stroll on the beach and when sun is about set for the day lets visit Sky-point observation deck. This is the only tower in Australia which is near beach providing stunning views of Gold coast city, Surfers Paradise, Sea and beach. Lets capture all images and head back to the Hotel for night tight sleep.
Day 5 - Gold Coast
Gold coast and theme parks is unbeatable combination. We will visit Sea World to spend half day, what a wonderful way to be able to relive childhood memories. It has plenty of shows and events on spread across the day to accommodate all ages. Lots of beautiful animal displays and the new jellyfish exhibition. Don’t miss the dolphin show. You will fall in love with seal, dolphins, jelly fish centre, Penguin and polar bear spots, etc. Just ensure that you have sun screen, sun glasses, caps and proper shoes.
We will reach for luch at Movie world. Amazing rides, the stunt show and parade. Every minute of the day there is something to be seen so keep your eyes peeled.
Only when you are fully exhausted or park is about to close for the day we will return back to the Hotel after dinner for sleep
Day 6 - Gold Coast / Coffs Harbour
Today is yet another day for us to enjoy at the wet-n-wild theme park. As the name suggests be ready for water sports. Whether it be whirlpool or dangerous tornado ride. Don’t worry all rides are safe and if you are willing to enjoy the journey only then take it or leave it. We will have our luch at the park and then we will move on for next adventure at Coffs Harbour
Day 7 - Coffs Harbour
We will check out today morning after break-fast and then head for Big Banana another theme park bit different though from previous one. Park has few amazing rides and activities, such as putt putt golf or the carpet slide or toboggans. Lets have tea at the park and proceed to yet another epic city, Sydney. We will reach bit late today and once checked-in at the Hotel we will straight retire to bed.
Day 8 - Sydney
Start your day bit late today in a pleasant and cheerful spring climate, perfect for making the most of the outdoors. Grab your break-fast and then visit Darling Harbour, a buzzing waterside precinct hosting lots of entertainment, fun activities and international cuisines. Visit the famous SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium and experience the iconic wonders of the marine life variety. We will have our luch and reach to the famous Bondi beach. Explore the beach and area around spend some time in nearby shopping arena take a tea break and then let’s visit iconic Sydney Tower.
Day 9 - Sydney CBD
Today we will start our day by visiting natural flora and fauna at the Royal Botanic Garden, next stop the Sydney Opera House (SOH), another great iconic place in Sydney with beautiful architecture and amazing history. A guided tour will bring out facts and funny aspects. Weather permitting soak up your soul in fresh air laden atmosphere and enjoy splendid views of the Harbour Bridge, the SOH and the Harbour. If interested, book an evening Opera show (not included in itinerary) a lifetime opportunity to listen Opera in the world-famous UNESCO listed Heritage property, the SOH. We will then move to visit Syeney Wild life Zoo. Explore more at the darling harbour enjoy dinner and head back to the hotel for sweet dreams.
Day 10 - The Blue Mountains
We will finish our break-fast bit early today and proceed to the beautiful blue mountains. It is known for dramatic scenery. It encompasses steep cliffs, forests, caves, waterfalls, wild flora and fauna. But first lets’ visit the Scenic World near Katoomba. Area is so vast and varied that Honeymoon Lookout, Echo Point (3 sisters), Scenic Skyway and Katoomba falls all awaiting to give you memorable experience. I am sure you will end day with hearty dinner.
Day 11 - Canberra / Albury
Let us check out from Hotel and our first stop today will be Cockington Greens Garden. Doug and Brenda Sarah started with a concept of creating miniature village in 1972 with a big heart to bring inspiration and entertainment to the public and Cockington Green was opened in 1979. It is a park of miniatures with international section that features replicas of famous buildings from around the world. Next stop, The Royal Australian Mint, the sole producer of all of Australia's coins. Canberra is capital of Australia, so how can our tour be completed without a visit to The Parliament of Australia showcasing art, architecture, and indigenous experiences of Australian Democracy. And finally, we will reach at the Australian War Memorial, a combination of shrine, a world-class museum, and an extensive archive. We will attend the Last Post Ceremony and leave for Albury for overnight stay.
Day 12 - Melbourne
Today after our Albury Hotel check-out we are now moving further south to visit yet another beautiful and capital city of Victoria State, Melbourne.
Once we touch cultural capital, we will straight head to the beautiful beach St Kilda. It is the most popular beach in Victoria or Melbourne...hope for a good day when the sun is shining and when the sky is super clear....the water feels like a mirror… Post light lunch we proceed to meet our little friends at Phillip Island. On the way we will stop at the famous chocolate factory and window shop various chocolate products. If lucky we may tour the small chocolate factory no guarantee though.
Yet another best experience is about to unfold for the day. Penguin Parade, yes, see little penguins returning to their family homes after exhausting day in sea. Not just kids anyone who has eye for nature will enjoy the arrival of penguins. Do carry a good jacket with a hood. Strictly no photos are allowed after sunset as camera flashes can harm penguins' eyes which are sensitive to blue light. Once you meet cute little friends it’s time to go back and again hit sweet dream night.
Day 13 - Great Ocean Road
Today we will finish our break-fast little early and head to the Great Ocean Road. Leaving Melbourne, we’ll stop off at a popular coastal town on the Great Ocean Road. We visit the historic Memorial Arch to get our photo taken before passing through the quaint coastal resort towns of Lorne and Wye River. Count koalas you can spot and enjoy spending time with some of Australia’s native parrots, lorikeets and even kookaburras, with a coastal walk. Next, we head to the picturesque Apollo Bay where we will have lunch. Post lunch we will enjoy a guided walk through the Otway Rainforest where we will see plush tree ferns and some of the tallest trees in Australia. We then pass through Port Campbell National Park to arrive at the Shipwreck Coast followed by Loch Ard Gorge. View the Archway, The Razorback and Dumpling Pots and hear the tragic tales of the Shipwreck Coast.
Then, we arrive at the climax of the Great Ocean Road Tour – the world famous 12 Apostles. Walk out to the lookouts for spectacular views and photo opportunities of one of Australia’s most iconic attractions. We will have our dinner and good night sleep
Day 14 - Melbourne CBD
Today we will take Melbourne CBD tour starting with the treasure of Cricket the Melbourne Cricket Ground or MCG or locally known as “The G”. The G has witnessed cricket since 1854 and noted many world records not just in cricket but other sports as well. State Library of Victoria would be our next stop. There are so many museums around, we will ride city circle tram and visit few more places.
Post early dinner we will head to the Melbourne International airport for journey to Mumbai to share your memorable journey and experience with your friends and relatives. Your tour concludes.
Tour Price
Tour Price
| Gold Tour per person | Family (2A+2C) Adult | Twin Sharing | Child (Age 2-11) | Single Adult |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tour Price (ex International Air Travel + Visa) | Rs.297,000/- | Rs.307,000/- | Rs.287,000/- | Rs.357,000/- |
| Payment Terms | On Booking Date | Within 7 days of Booking Date | Within 15 days of Booking Date | Within 30 days of Booking Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tour Price (ex International Air Travel + Visa) | 20% of Tour Price | 40% of Tour Price | 30% of Tour Price | Balance Amount |
| 1. International air tickets will be issued on the date of booking (at actual cost price). Viva Dakshin will charge only Rs.50/- per person admin cost. Visa processing will be done only after International Air Tickets are booked. Tour will be confirmed once air ticket is booked and visa is confirmed 2. Payment for international air ticketing and Visa processing will be made by customers separately. Viva Dakshin can facilitate international air ticket booking and visa processing if amount is paid in advance. We book through our travel partners in India & Australia. Applicable TCS is limited on Tour price only. Customers may choose to book air tickets and visa independently 3. No refunds will be issued by Viva Dakshin for International travel ticket & Visa fees 4. All claims or disputes for Refund shall be taken by customer directly with relevant air line 5. If the Tour date is within 30 days of Booking Date then above payment terms are not applicable and 100% tour price needs to be paid on booking date |
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| All Prices are valid till 31 July 2024 |
Refund & Cancellation
Refund & Cancellation
| Tour Cancellation Charges | Booking date 1 | Up to 90 days prior to Tour date1 | Between 60 and 90 days prior to Tour date1 | Between 31 and 60 days prior to Tour date1 | within 30 days prior to Tour date 1 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refund - Limited to amount paid only (ex International Air Fare + Visa Fees) | 100% | 80% | 40% | 10% | 0% |
| 1. Refund will be made only for amount paid and for which invoice has been issued by Viva Dakshin 2. Customers are responsible for international air tickets and Visa,we only facilitate the process 3. Customers will have to deal with Airline and Visa department to seek refunds 4. Generally, Visa fees are non refundable. If you have booked non refundable air ticket then no refunds will be given by Airline on ticket cancellation or in case of “no show” 4. No refund will be processed prior to 30 days ex Tour Date and Refund in such case will be ZERO 5. Refund calculated based on difference between Refund request date and Tour Date minus 1 day 6. Bookings less than 90 days of tour date, Refund may further reduced by 20% towards break fee |
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| Example 1 of Refund calculation | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Event Date | Dates | Amount Paid | Amount Paid to date | |
| Booking Date | 01-Jan-23 | 20.0 | 20.0 | |
| 1st Inst | 07-Jan-23 | 40.0 | 60.0 | |
| 2nd Inst | 15-Jan-23 | 30.0 | 90.0 | |
| 3rd | 30-Jan-23 | 10.0 | 100.0 | |
| Tour Date | 01-May-23 | 100.0 | 100.0 | |
| Event | Cancellation Date | Refund | Days Difference | Remarks |
| Scenario 1 | 01-Jan-23 | 20.0 | 0.0 | On Booking Date |
| Scenario 2 | 31-Jan-23 | 80.0 | 90.0 | More than or equal to 90 days. 80% of amount paid |
| Scenario 3 | 01-Feb-23 | 40.0 | 89.0 | More than or equal to 60 but less than 90 Days. 40% of amount paid |
| Scenario 4 | 03-Mar-23 | 20.0 | 59.0 | More than or equal to 30 but less than 60 Days |
| Scenario 5 | 02-Apr-23 | ZERO | 29.0 | Less than 30 days |
| Example 2 of Refund calculation | ||||
| Event Date | Dates | Amount Paid | Amount Paid to date | |
| Booking Date | 15-Jan-23 | 20.0 | 20.0 | |
| 1st Inst | 21-Jan-23 | 40.0 | 60.0 | |
| 2nd Inst | 29-Jan-23 | 30.0 | 90.0 | |
| 3rd | 14-Feb-23 | 10.0 | 100.0 | |
| Tour Date | 01-May-23 | 100.0 | 100.0 | |
| Event | Cancellation Date | Refund | Days Difference | Remarks |
| Scenario 1 | 15-Jan-23 | 20.0 | NA | On Booking Date |
| Scenario 2 | 31-Jan-23 | 72.0 | 90.0 | More than or equal to 90 days. 80% of amount paid |
| Scenario 3 | 02-Mar-23 | 40.0 | 60.0 | More than or equal to 60 but less than 90 Days. 40% of amount paid |
| Scenario 4 | 01-Apr-23 | 10.0 | 30.0 | More than or equal to 30 but less than 60 Days |
| Scenario 5 | 02-Apr-23 | ZERO | 29.0 | Less than 30 days |
Inclusions
Inclusions
| o Tour Host, appreciator, and Influencer services throughout the tour o Travel by comfortable coach and flights (ex-international) as per the tour itinerary o Entrance fees of all sightseeing places to be visited from inside o Accommodation in comfortable and convenient hotels on twin sharing basis o All Meals – Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (set menu), high tea on all days o All Tips – Guide, Driver & Restaurants o Complimentary insurance up to 60 years of age (exc. claims due to pre-existing health conditions) |
Exclusions
Exclusions
| o Applicable Govt Taxes roughly in addition to tour price (ex-Air-fare) o Tax collected at source (TCS) applicable on tour price (ex-Air-fare) o Any increase or new levy in Airfare, Visa fees, Airport taxes, Govt Taxes, Fuel, or other surcharges from Govt levied after tour booking but before tour departure o Cost of upgrades in Airline class or hotel room or any facility o Air ticket deviation charges including air travel on 1st and last day of tour from and to India o Any increase in FX rate leading to increased cost of any tour component such as but not limited to accommodation, food, attractions tickets or any other costs, increase in foreign land prior to departure o Cost of any permit or other fees in addition to general admission fees at any attractions o Cost of pre or post tour hotel accommodation o Any extra expense incurred due to the unforeseen, unavoidable / forced circumstances o Cost of insurance for 60 years and above o Porterage, telephone charges, any items of personal nature, food/drink which is not part of a set menu o Cost incurred for an individual due to illness, accident, hospitalisation, or any emergency o Any services or activity charges other than those included in the group tour itinerary o Two-way International air fare, internal airport transfers, luggage insurance, visa fees, local conveyance to join/leave the Tour or for joining and leaving guests o Anything specifically not mentioned in `the “Tour Inclusion” |
Disclaimers & Notes
Disclaimers & Notes
| Disclaimers o For all practical purposes Viva Dakshin is considered as Tour Operator and we do not sell tour packages o All tour prices mentioned above exclude air travel originating from and to India as well as Visa fees o Viva Dakshin is responsible for Tour only from 1st entry point to-last exit point from foreign land o Travel Tickets / Sight Seeing tickets are subject to availability in same class o No Baggage handling service is provided barring exceptional circumstances o Any change in travel plan will be communicated at least 1 hour before journey o Guests may book air tickets on their own as long as they meet tour guidelines (date, time and route) o Under no circumstances Refunds will be issued except as per below Refund policy o City wise duration is tentative and is subject to change due to weather or factors beyond control o Hotel check-outs are confirmed within 1 hour once keys are handed over to Hotel staff o Any loss/damage to hotel property will be charged to relevant guest Documents required o Original passport with minimum 6 months validity from the date of tour arrival along with sufficient blank pages for the stamping of visa. Handwritten passport is not acceptable. o A valid Tourist Visa for the duration of the tour o Photocopy (self-attested) Driving License/ Aadhar Card and any Utility bill of present address |
from ₹297,000.00