DESTINATION NSW ATE FAMILIARISATION ITINERARY The Sydney Icons Pre Tour: Friday, 19 June 2015 to Sunday, 21 June 2015 Post Tour: Friday, 26 June 2015 to Sunday, 28 June 2015 DESTINATION NSW FAMILIARISATION ITINERARY SEA LIFE SYDNEY AQUARIUM ABOUT SYDNEY Welcome to Sydney! If this is your first visit, you’ll want to tick off the city’s famous icons - the Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney Opera House, Manly and Bondi, The Rocks, the wildlife and beautiful Sydney Harbour. This itinerary gives you the chance to bring all of these experiences together in just a few days. Dynamic, cosmopolitan and surrounded by stunning natural attractions, Sydney is the ultimate big city getaway. Set on one of the most beautiful harbours in the world and with famous architectural icons such as the Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge to explore, Sydney offers plenty of excitement at any time of the year. You’re guaranteed to find a festival, a performance or an exuberant celebration taking place. Annual highlights on the city’s events calendar include New Year’s Eve, Sydney Festival, Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour, Sydney Royal Easter Show, Vivid Sydney, Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras, and Sydney International Art Series. This multicultural destination has a food scene that’s become one of the most dazzling of any city in the world. Using an array of fresh local produce, Sydney’s chefs draw their inspiration from across the globe. Dining highlights include Quay, Marque, Momofuku Seiobo, Rockpool and Sepia. Sydney also has an abundance of outstanding natural attractions, from the harbour and golden beaches to national parks and lush botanic gardens. There are championship golf courses, harbour cruises, scenic coastal walks, surfing and cycling tours. DESTINATION NSW FAMILIARISATION ITINERARY CIRCULAR QUAY, SYDNEY DAY 1 Depart early with Australian Eco Adventures for your After lunch, join a tour of the World Heritage-listed one-day Sydney adventure in style. Crossing the famous Sydney Opera House for a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Sydney Harbour Bridge, see the harbour stretching in Your tour offers unparalleled, behind-the-scenes access both directions, splitting the city into north and south. to insights about this iconic architectural jewel, famous From the north side, it’s an easy drive to the coast. Along around the world for its white sails and stunning harbour the way, you’ll pass a string of golden beaches - Mona location. Led by a knowledgeable tour guide, you’ll enjoy Vale, Narrabeen, Collaroy, Long Reef and Dee Why - a show-stopping, two-hour journey. before stopping for a break at Manly Beach, which is a Check-in to your centrally located hotel and enjoy time at short ferry-ride from the city centre. leisure to relax and unwind before deinner at The After morning tea, return to the heart of the city, driving Waterfront restaurant. along Sydney’s historic Macquarie Street (named after Overnight: Sydney the enlightened fifth governor of New South Wales). Other city highlights include the pretty harbour suburb, Watsons Bay, Bondi Beach and inner city neighbourhoods, Woolloomooloo and Kings Cross. Then it’s time to visit some of Sydney’s popular food and entertainment precincts – gay-friendly Oxford Street, Chinatown and Darling Harbour. Stretch your legs as you wander through harbourside parklands and attractions at Darling Harbour including Sydney Sea Life Aquarium, Wildlife Sydney Zoo, Madame Tussauds and the National Maritime Museum. From here, it’s a short drive to the Sydney Opera House via the new harbourside precincts, Barangaroo and Walsh Bay. Enjoy a casual lunch at Opera Kitchen, located on the forecourt of the Opera House with stunning harbour and bridge views. DESTINATION NSW FAMILIARISATION ITINERARY BONDI BEACH DAY 2 DAY 3 Enjoy breakfast at leisure at your hotel this morning. Enjoy breakfast at leisure at your hotel this morning before checking-out. One of the best places to view the stunning natural beauty of Sydney is from the top of the iconic Sydney Harbour If you want to wrap up your stay in Sydney on a high note, Bridge. And, this morning, you’ll have the chance to join a jump on board a City Sightseeing double-decker tour BridgeClimb for the climb of your life! bus. From the top deck, you’ll have spectacular views of the Sydney icons that you’ve come to know, hopping on From the summit, the harbour stretches east to the and off at any of the 31 stops along the route. Pay a visit ocean and inland towards Sydney Olympic Park, with the to the Maritime Museum, the Chinese Gardens, Blue Mountains in the distance. You’ll have your picture Campbells Cove, Hyde Park, the Royal Botanic Gardens taken at the summit so you can share your achievement or Bondi Beach. Your choice! with your friends! Alternatively, transfer to King Street Wharf for an After the exhilarating climb, stroll through the historic amazing Oz Whale Watching experience. Sydney is one of Rocks area to Circular Quay where you’ll board a Captain the few cities in the world where you can enjoy a whale- Cook cruise for the short trip across the harbour to watching experience. During the annual migration of Taronga Zoo. Located on the edge of the harbour with whales along the NSW coast (from May to November), fabulous city skyline views, the zoo is home to more than cruise operators guarantee sightings of these beautiful 4,000 animals, and offers 20 keeper talks and shows a creatures on every whale-watching tour. day. The popular Animal Encounters allow you to get close to some of the zoo’s most amazing animals You’ll Transfer to Sydney Domestic Airport to fly to Melbourne even receive a souvenir photo of this unique moment to for ATE or connect with your return flight to your home take home. country from Sydney International Airport. After lunch at the zoo, board your Captain Cook cruise for the transfer to Cockle Bay Wharf at Darling Harbour. Here, you’ll be meeting more than seventy-five, world- famous wax celebrities at Madame Tussauds! Return to your hotel at leisure to relax. Dinner tonight is by the harbour at Nick’s Restaurant & Bar, known for its fine seafood. Overnight: Sydney DESTINATION NSW FAMILIARISATION ITINERARY COLLINS BEACH, MANLY IMPORTANT INFORMATION Some important information which will help with Itinerary Inclusions planning your trip to New South Wales: Please refer to the Destination NSW participant release Australian Smoking Laws form which outlines the itinerary inclusions. Federal law bans smoking in all Australian What to Pack Commonwealth government buildings, public transport, Walking shoes/boots are are recommended for outdoor airports and international and domestic flights. Further activities and sightseeing. A warm jacket is suggested for bans are in place but are governed by individual states. evenings. During the day we suggest you use sunscreen, Most Australian states and territories have banned sunglasses and a hat. Don’t forget a waterproof jacket or smoking in enclosed public places, particularly umbrella in case of rain. workplaces and restaurants. Please note itinerary is subject to change and all Australian Voltage activities will be confirmed prior to your departure. Australia uses 220-240 voltage with a three flat pin. Battery chargers for digital cameras, laptops and other electrical equipment will display the input range and as long as this is within the 220-240v range it will work with just a socket converter. If not, you can purchase a transformer that will increase or decrease the Australian voltage as necessary. Dress Code The dress code for the famil is casual during the day and smart casual for evening activities. We recommend bringing a warm jacket for evenings. Climate June marks the beginning of winter in Australia. Winter in New South Wales is mild with temperatures ranging from 9°C/48°F to 17°C/62°F. DESTINATION NSW FAMILIARISATION ITINERARY MANLY PENINSULA DESTINATION NSW FAMILIARISATION PARTICIPANT RELEASE FORM You agree to take part in the Activities set out in the itinerary 9. You acknowledge that, in addition to the usual dangers and on the following terms: inherent risks of any activity, this familiarisation has certain additional dangers and risks, which you accept by participating, 1. In this Release, “Activities” includes without limitation: some of which may include: all international and domestic flights; transfers, transport; accommodation; touring; attractions and any other activity a) physical exertion for which you may not be prepared; which is part of the familiarisation. b) the increased possibility of accident, injury or death due to the nature of the Activities; and 2. By accepting the offer of Destination NSW to visit Sydney/ New South Wales, you agree to the terms set in this Release. c) remoteness from normal medical services. 10. You understand that the Activities may be organised and provided 3. You agree to comply with the directions of the person operating by other parties other than Destination NSW and that Destination the familiarisation and any other instructions Destination NSW is not liable for the acts of these other parties. NSW gives you concerning the familiarisation or the Activities. 11. You also understand that there may be risks involved which are 4. Destination NSW has taken reasonable care in arranging not known to you or to Destination NSW and may not be foreseen the familiarisation. However, Destination NSW has relied on or reasonably foreseeable by any of us at this time or at the time information provided by facility or services operators and of the carrying out of the Activities. accepts no responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of that information. 12. You assume all of the risks associated with my participation in the Activities and you warrant that you are voluntarily assuming 5.