DAY 1: SINGAPORE ✈ CANBERRA
Assemble at Singapore Changi Airport for your flight to the capital of Australia – Canberra.
DAY 2: MOUNT AINSLIE - PARLIAMENT HOUSE - AUSTRALIA WAR MEMORIAL - ROYAL AUSTRALIAN MINT
(ASIAN DINNER)
Upon arrival, begin your tour to visit the city of Canberra. If you want to really understand the essence of how Walter Burley Griffin’s vision for the city has been brought to life, a visit to [Mount Ainslie] is a must where you can get panoramic Ainslie view of the city of Canberra & enjoy the impressive scenery at the lookout. Next, stop over at [Parliament House], the most important government administrative building in Australia for a photo stop. Then, continue to visit [Australian War Memorial], a world class museum to get to know some historical fact on how Australians sacrificed their life to protect their nation during war. Thereafter, proceed to [Royal Australian Mint] to see where the Australian coin was originally made & to get to know the Mint’s important family of robots which take on a big role in the production process.
DAY 3: COCKINGTON GREEN GARDENS - STEAM TRAIN RIDE - NATIONAL ZOO AND AQUARIUM - LAKE BURLEY GRIFFIN
(BREAKFAST/WESTERN DINNER)
This morning visit [Cockington Green Gardens], one of Canberra's landmark attractions to make your Canberra trip complete. Venture into this garden which is full of miniatures buildings, houses and monuments from more than 30 different countries, from Scotland’s Braemar Castle to Peru’s Machu Picchu on the miniature [steam train ride]. Next, visit the [National Zoo & Aquarium], Australia’s only combined rium zoo and aquarium that houses the world’s most amazing creatures from mammals, birds to underwater creatures that live in Australia’s largest inland saltwater tank for opportunities to interact, feed and even get in touch with some of these wildlife animals. Continue to the [Lake Burley Griffin] for a photo stop.
DAY 4: OLD BUS DEPOT MARKET - TRUFFLE FARM - (BONUS*) FIRESIDE FESTIVAL/TULIP FLORIADE FESTIVAL
(BREAKFAST/WESTERN DINNER)
After breakfast, visit the [Old Bus Depot Market] at Kingston to get great bargain for local products & souvenirs at this multi award-winning market. It contains over hundred stalls featuring items handcrafted by local creatives from art, jewelry & clothing to organic foods. Continue to visit [Truffle Farm Canberra], a place where you can get out in the fresh air and meet these Australia truffle dogs before going into the forest to hunt for your black gold ‘black truffle’. You may have the chance to taste the truffle that you hunt.
August (BONUS) : Fireside Festival Aug 2017
This month-long program of food, wine and entertainment is guaranteed to lift your spirits alongside some chill-combating flames. Foodies will love this cozy celebration of the region's famous produce and cool-climate wines.
September & October (BONUS): Visit Canberra Commonwealth Park for Tulip Floriade Festival during 16 Sep – 15 Oct 2017
Floriade has become a WORLD CLASS iconic annual tourism event in Canberra as it attracts hundreds to thousands of people from all over the world gather together for the celebration of spring once again. During the festival, over million types of flower will bloom at [Canberra Commonwealth Park] and create a stunning backdrop tog Commonwealth Park ether with music, cultural celebrations, horticultural workshops, artistic display, entertainment and recreational activities.
*Note: Flower viewing is subject to weather conditions
**Note: Old Bus Depot Market operates only on Sunday & closed during public holiday. Sequence of itinerary will be readjusted whenever possible.
DAY 5: CANBERRA - WOLLONGONG - JERVIS BAY - DOLPHIN WATCHING CRUISE - KIAMA BLOWHOLE
(BREAKFAST/FISH AND CHIPS LUNCH/ASIAN DINNER)
After breakfast, discover the beautiful and hidden secrets of [Jervis Bay] on the [Dolphin Watching Cruise] from the crystal-blue waters and resident dolphins to splendid beaches. This coastal paradise will delight you with many memorable experiences. Continue to visit the beauty of the world-famous [Kiama Blow-hole], one of the largest blowholes in the world that can spray seawater up to 20 meters high or more.
*Note: Dolphin-watching season is from June to November, sightings are subject to condition.
DAY 6: WOLLONGONG - SYDNEY - ILLAWARRA BREWERY - SEA CLIFF BRIDGE - BALD HILL
(BREAKFAST/DINNER)
Today, visit [The Illawarra Brewery] for a session of beer tasting. Thereafter, travel to Sydney via [Grand Pacific Drive] which offers remarkable scenic coastal views taking you through the iconic [Sea Cliff Bridge]. Then, stopover at [Bald Hill] lookout for photo stops at this scenic coastal region. Upon arrival in Sydney, head for the up & coming hub of [Newtown] often referred to as "Eat Street" in the me Newtown dia due to the large number of cafés, pubs and restaurants of various cultures. Surround yourself in the vibe and hipster ambience of this exquisite town as well as its exquisite boutique shops and take Instagram worthy photos with the on-site wall paintings at your own leisure.
DAY 7: SYDNEY
(BREAKFAST)
Spend this last day at leisure. Consider to participate in an optional tour to Blue Mountains National Park or enjoy a leisure cruise along Sydney Harbour and dine in the sky at Sydney Tower.
DAY 8: SYDNEY ✈ SINGAPORE
(BREAKFAST)
If the time permits, you can do some last-minute shopping before your transfer to the airport for your flight home. We hope you have an enjoyable time with Hong Thai Travel!
