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G'day, New South Wales 13 - 20OCT2002

G'day, SYDNEY 13 - 20OCT2002 |

Kuala Lumpur/Sydney 13OCT Sunday OS3001 0530/1515
Sydney/Kuala Lumpur 20OCT Sunday OS3002 1655/2255
ITINERARY : Day 1 13October/Sunday Arrive Sydney.
Day 2 14October/Monday Sydney / Blue Mountain An hour & a half's drive from Sydney to the west is one of Australia's most spectacular wilderness areas, the Blue Mountain, now listed under the World Heritage National Parks. En route to Homebush Bay, the site of Sydney 2000 Olympic Games. Also, stop at Australia Wildlife Park & Wonderland Sydney for lunch & enjoy the OutBack Woolshed show & other activities.
Day 3 15October/Tuesday Blue Mountain / Hunter Valley Morning tour to see the ever famous Three Sisters Rock formation, passing through various scenic lookouts offering fascinating views of Blue Mountains. Continue our journey to the north, the Hunter Valley, the lovely wine country.
Day 4 16October/Wednesday Hunter Valley / Port Stephen / Sydney Itinerary for this day to be advice later.
Day 5 17October/Thursday Sydney / Canberra / Sydney A full day trip to Australia Capital Territory, Canberra, which has many of Australia's most impressive buildings & public spaces, this fully planned city is abundant with parks, gardens & picnic area.
Day 6 18October/Friday Sydney Shopping + City Tour Strolling down (if possible) to CBD (Central Business District) for shopping, especially window shopping QVB (Queen Victoria Building), one of the most beautiful shopping mall in the world, described by the renown fashion designer, Pierre Cardin. Proceed to Darling Harbour, where there's lot of activities awaited for the family & also enjoy the only day in week for late night shopping.
Day 7 19October/Saturday Sydney (Cruise to Manly Beach) Morning tour to The Rock, this is where Sydney begins. From the Rock, you'll see Sydney Opera House / Harbour bridge. Move on to Circular Quay & board on a ferry to Manly Beach.
Day 8 20October/Sunday Depart Sydney Weekend Market Tour to Paddy's Market. Then adjourned for a monorail trip to have the last glimpse of Sydney Harbour before heading to airport for your flight back home.
Accommodation confirmed at: 13-14October Sydney 1 night Roslyn Gardens Serviced Apartments 4, Roslyn Gardens, king Cross, Sydney, NSW 2011, AUSTRALIA. Tel : 612 9358 1944
14-15October Megalong Valley (Blue Mountain) 1 night Megalong Holiday Cabin Peach Tree Road, Megalong Valley, NSW 2785, AUSTRALIA. Tel : 612 3824 5743
15-16October Cessnock (Hunter Valley) 1 night Hill Top
16-20October Sydney 4 nights Hampton Court Hotel
Fast Facts
Climate The climate is generally pleasant without extremes in temperatures. Australia's seasons are the opposite to those of the northern hemisphere. Spring September November Min 11C Max 24C Summer December February Min 19C Max 26C Autumn March May Min 11C Max 25C Winter June August Min 08C Max 18C Spring
Credit Cards The most commonly accepted credit cards are American Express, Bankcard, Diners Club, MasterCard, Visa and their affiliates. Use may restrict in smaller towns & country areas and small retail shops.
Custom Being an island continents, Australia is geographically isolated from many animal & plant diseases & for tha t reason, there are strict laws prohibiting or restricting the entry of all animal products, foodstuff & plant products. The penalties for breaking these laws are severe. If you are uncertain about anything in your baggage, declare it & bring it to the attention of a custom officer.
Electricity The electric current in Australia is 220-240 volts, AC 50Hz (same with Malaysia/Singapore). However, the Australia 3-pin power outlet is different from ours. So, you'll need an adapter if you're bringing your own electrical appliances along (the adapter can be purchase at local store there).

Locations Visited: Sydney, Canberra

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