Oriental and Downunder Discovery

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Itinerary

Day 1: London – Singapore
Upon arrival into Singapore you will be transferred to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day enjoying the sights and variety that Singapore is known for.
2 Night Stay: Golden Landmark Hotel

Day 2: Singapore City Tour 
Today your city tour begins with a drive around the Civic District past the Padang, Cricket Club, historic Parliament House, Supreme Court and City Hall. Stop at the Merlion Park for great views of Marina Bay and a picture-taking opportunity with The Merlion, a mythological creature that is part lion and part fish. You will visit Thian Hock Keng Temple, one of Singapore’s oldest Buddhist-Taoist temples, before driving past Chinatown to watch craftsmen at work at a Local Handicraft Centre. Proceed to the National Orchid Garden, located within Singapore Botanic Gardens, which boasts a sprawling display of 60,000 orchid plants. Your final stop at Little India will entrance you with the scent of joss sticks, jasmine and spices. This afternoon is at your leisure.

Day 3: Singapore – Melbourne
Today you will say goodbye to Singapore and hello to Melbourne, capital city of Victoria. You will be met and greeted upon arrival and transferred to your hotel.
4 Night Stay: Vibe Hotel on Carlton

Day 4: Melbourne
Spend today at your leisure exploring the cosmopolitan City of Melbourne. Why not take a stroll down South Bank and indulge yourself with a cup of coffee while taking in the view of the Yarra River.

Day 5: Yarra Valley Wine Experience
This morning you will depart Melbourne and set off into the Yarra Valley. Yering Station is one of Australia's most spectacular winery set ups. Start the day by learning how to swirl, sniff and slurp and then you'll be ready to taste some of Yering Station's award winning benchmark classic Australian wines. Rochford's has long been the benchmark for style and class in the Yarra Valley and the wines also live up to this reputation. The first hour will be spent at the tasting table, a great opportunity to make a wine selection for lunch. Then it's into the Restaurant for a superb lunch while taking in magnificent vineyard views. After Lunch you will continue onto Yering Farm, Yering Farm has stunning views and is oozing with rustic charm. Experience wines made with traditional wine making methods in their cellar door which showcases antique copper wine making tools used by pioneer winemakers over a century ago. A fantastic environment to enjoy superb wines. French Champagne company Moet and Chandon's Australian production house Domaine Chandon is the perfect way to finish the day with a guided tour through the winery that shows how the wine is made followed by a relaxing glass of Australia's best bubbly with tasty light platters and a view that will leave you in awe, spectacular to say the least. Arrive back into Melbourne approx 4pm. L.

Day 6: Melbourne
Enjoy the rest of your time in Melbourne at leisure.

Day 7: Melbourne – Sydney
You will be picked up and transferred to Melbourne Airport in time for your domestic flight to Sydney. Upon arrival you will be transferred to your hotel. Rest of the day is at your leisure.
4 Night Stay: Vibe Hotel Rushcutters Bay

Days 8-9: Sydney
Take this time to visit some of the many sites that Sydney has to offer. Why not add a bit of adventure into your trip and climb Sydney Harbour Bridge, an experience you will not forget in a hurry or learn to surf in true Aussie style on Sydney’s famous Bondi Beach. With a city as diverse as Sydney you will be spoilt for choice. Activities are not included in the price but can be added to your holiday.

Day 10: Blue Mountains Australia Wildlife
Today discover the spectacular Blue Mountains and see native wildlife. Explore World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains National Park. Enjoy a BBQ lunch before joining the optional Blue Mountain rides - Scenic Railway, Cableway or Skyway (own expense). You will enjoy an afternoon encounter at Koala Park and have your photo taken with a cuddly koala, see kangaroos, wombats, dingoes and cute little fairy penguins. You will arrive back in Sydney at approximately 5:30 pm. L.

Day 11: Sydney – Hong Kong
This morning is at leisure until you are picked up and transferred to Sydney Airport for your flight to Hong Kong. Upon arrival into Hong Kong you will be greeted and transferred to your hotel.
2 Night Stay: Wharney Hotel

Day 12: Hong Kong Island Tour
Today you will be taken on an excellent orientation tour in a city that changes so rapidly, it will refresh old memories and delight first timers. The day starts with a ride up to Victoria Peak for a panoramic view of Hong Kong Island, Kowloon and surrounding islands. From here you will continue onto the famous fishing village of Aberdeen to see to floating community, still very much a part of Hong Kong society. You will then visit Stanley Market where you can pick up bargains at just a fraction of the price in town and a prestigious jewellery factory, where meticulous craftsmen fashion works of art from gold and gems. Return to your hotel early afternoon

Day 13: Hong Kong – London
Spend your last morning at leisure taking in the busy city of Hong Kong. This afternoon you will be picked up and transferred to Hong Kong Airport for your international flight back to the UK