CLOSE ENCOUNTERS WITH THE AUSTRALIAN OUTBACK

Day 1 - Park Hyatt / SYDNEY

Arrive Sydney - Welcome to Australia!

On clearing customs and collecting your luggage, you will be met by your personal driver and will be transferred to the Park Hyatt by private vehicle. Your stay at the Park Hyatt will be spent in a City Harbour Room.

Park Hyatt Sydney is uniquely positioned on the very edge of Sydney Harbour, with spectacular views of the Harbour Bridge above and the Opera House. Situated in the Rocks, an area of historic importance and natural beauty, it offers uncompromising Australian hospitality with international flair.

You have the day at leisure to explore Sydney today. Perhaps experience the thrill of a 'Bridge Climb' and see the wonders of Sydney from above; take a walk around The Rocks; learn of its historical significance and discover the many colourful and unique characters that frequent this shopping precinct. Why not take in a performance at the Sydney Opera House? You could enjoy lunch or dinner followed by a world-class performance. Take a ferry cruise along beautiful Sydney Harbour to the popular beaches of Bondi or Manly and relax with a drink or lunch at one of many seaside cafes and restaurants.

Park Hyatt (accommodation only)

Day 2 & 3 - Park Hyatt / SYDNEY

The next two days are at your leisure. You may be interested in doing a City Highlights or a Blue Mountains Private tour.
Delight yourself with an exciting city tour, which takes in the best features of this fantastic city: the harbour, the gardens, the coast, and the rivers. Beginning amongst the historical Rocks area of old Sydney you will learn of the early settlers and convicts of over 200 years ago. Walk through the gorgeous Botanical Gardens, taking in the history of the Opera House and other famous buildings around the harbour foreshore.

At Circular Quay board one of the majestic ferries, which travels along the harbour to the beautiful beach of Manly. Here, join a luxury air-conditioned vehicle for a tour along the beautiful northern beaches and into the scenic Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park.

Enjoy a delicious buffet picnic lunch in the bush before discovering some of the outstanding lookouts in the park. The fantastic views of Palm Beach, Woy Woy, and Lion Island, are simply breath taking. Taking a short bushwalk, trace the history of the Garingai Aboriginal people whom once inhabited this area, and examine their incredible rock art. Return to the city over the imposing Sydney Harbour Bridge.

Alternatively, take an exhilarating Blue Mountains tour! You will be collected from your hotel this morning for a full day of private 4WD touring through the magnificent Blue Mountains Range. You head westwards across the coastal plain, making your way to the Great Dividing Range of Australia. It is here that you leave the 'average' Blue Mountains' tourist behind and enter the national park to unlock a piece of Australia you would never have known to exist.

Visit ancient aboriginal sites and outstanding lookouts; examine rock formations and the unusual plants and wildlife that abound the area. From the quaint little village of Leura, skirt around the cliff and drive to Katoomba where you will find yourself looking out over the magnificent Jamieson valley and the incredible rock formations of the 'Three Sisters'.

Park Hyatt (accommodation only)

This morning your private driver will transfer you to the Sydney Airport and board your scheduled flight to Parkes. On arrival you are met by your hosts for the 50 minute road transfer to Burrawang Station.

Set against the picturesque backdrop of rural Australia, Burrawang West Station is a totally unique retreat offering the ultimate in luxury and relaxation. Overlooking the unspoilt beauty of the Lachlan River in Central New South Wales, Burrawang is a truly magnificent property. Lying in 12,000 acres of rich pastureland, this grand country estate includes an authentic Australian homestead situated on a working cattle station, offering guests a genuine bush holiday experience.

This exclusive retreat is an oasis of relaxation, luxury and elegance. Devour the crisp country air, explore the breathtaking farmland, enjoy in the full range of resort activities or simply sit and relax.

Burrawang West Station (L,D)

Day 5 & 6 - Burrawang West Station / CENTRAL NSW

The next two days are at your leisure. Indulge in some or all of the Station's activities - this environment is not only breathtaking, but it is one which inspires relaxation, serenity and rejuvenation. The immense sky sits low on the horizon and provides an ever-changing panorama of shifting moods and often-spectacular sunsets.

If you get a chance, roar out on a four-wheel-drive motorbike with Bill or jump in the ute. At Burrawang, nothing is too much trouble. If you want to be left alone to just ponder the skies or roam around, that's fine too.

Burrawang West Station (B,L,D)

After breakfast you transferred to Parkes Airport where you will sadly farewell your hosts and board your scheduled flight back to Sydney. Travel onwards to Bundaberg Airport where you will pick up your Car Hire and self drive to Seabreeze at 1770.

Nestled amongst lush Queensland bushland, overlooking the sparkling blue Pacific Ocean, Seabreeze is an exclusive self-contained luxurious holiday home…a true hideaway, offering the ultimate in style in an eco-friendly and sustainable natural environment.

Seabreeze is located on the Central Queensland coast, approximately a 90 minute drive north of Bundaberg. The architecturally designed and east facing house takes in 180-degree views of the Coral Sea and is located between the Town of 1770 and Agnes Water, which are linked by kilometres of beautiful beaches.

The house is comprised of two wings - the living wing and sleeping wing. The sleeping wing provides three queen size bedrooms, three bathrooms, private balconies, as well as a games/media room. The living wing includes a sprawling kitchen as well as separate dining and living areas. From every area of the house, there are superb ocean views.

Seabreeze (accommodation only)

Day 8, 9 & 10 - Seabreeze / 1770

The next three days are at your leisure to do as much or as little as you would like. You can enjoy the beach or take part in a number of optional activities that can be arranged for you in the region.

Seabreeze is equipped with tennis racquets, boogie boards and various other sporting equipment that guests can utilize during a stay. The Sunrise at 1770 club facilities include tennis courts, basketball courts, infinity pools, and Seabreeze itself is only 500 metres from the beach.

Around Agnes Water & 1770, a number of activities are available including tours and cruises of the area, scuba diving, estuary and deep sea fishing charters, bicycle, canoe and 4WD hire. Take a boat trip to the Great Barrier Reef. Lady Musgrave Island has a reputation for fantastic diving and snorkelling, with a multitude of tropical fish, and hard and soft corals. A vast turquoise lagoon, white sandy beaches and native forests complete the picture. Fitzroy Reef Lagoon, a stunning coral lagoon in the middle of the reef, lies amongst a smattering of small islands to the north of Lady Musgrave Island. With 2000 acres of brilliant clear waters, the protected lagoon houses vibrant corals and a huge array of marine life for guests to snorkel, dive and take in the world below.
The area is also surrounded by National Parks and hinterland beauty, and visitors can spend quality time exploring the diverse plant and animal life.

Seabreeze (accommodation only)

Depart Seabreeze this morning and self drive back to Bundaberg Airport where you will return your rental vehicle before your onward journey home.

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