Group Tour in Italian - Australian Icons - 2025 — NAAR
Abstract
Tour di Gruppo con guide locali parlanti italiano.
Le Icone d'Australia: Melbourne con la Great Ocean Road, Cairns con la Foresta Pluviale e la Grande Barriera Corallina, Ayers Rock con il deserto rosso e l'immancabile Sydney,
Characteristics
Group tour with local italian speaking guides
departures are guaranteed (min 6 / max 16 participants); subject to availability,
Itinerary
Day 1 — Melbourne
Arrival and independent transfer to the hotel, Melbourne is Australia’s second largest city after Sydney – of which is the long-standing rival. Unlike its old nemesis, Melbourne cannot boast a stunning location; however its subtle charm and vibrant cultural scene makes it a pleasant place to be. The city is also a foodie heaven, thanks to its multi-ethnic population. Modern high-rises and historic Victorian buildings, gardens, parks and garden and tree-lined avenues add to the elegance and charm of the city. Accommodation Jose Antonio Cuzco
Day 2 — Melbourne
Breakfast. Morning walking tour of Melbourne. Free afternoon. We do not provide shuttles at any of our locations. We advise our guests to rent a car. Accommodation
Day 3 — Melbourne
Breakfast. Accommodation
Flight
Day 4 — Melbourne → Cairns
Breakfast. Airport transfer with an Italian-speaking guide, flight to Cairns. Welcome upon arrival (in Italian) and transfer to the hotel, accompanied by your guide. Cairns is a pleasant and relaxing tropical town, the perfect starting point for unmissable excursions. From here, you can visit the oldest rainforest in the tropical area, Daintree, a World Heritage Site, or reach the iconic Great Barrier Reef and its islands.
Alternatively, you can relax by the pool of a resort and wander around the main trendy bars and restaurants., free evening and night. Accommodation
Day 5 — Cairns
Breakfast. Accommodation
Day 6 — Cairns
Breakfast. Free evening and night
accommodation
Flight
Day 7 — Cairns → Uluru / Ayers Rock
Breakfast. Private transfer from hotel to airport with Italian assistance, flight to Uluru / Ayers Rock, arrival and private transfer to the hotel, Rooms will be available from 1500, free lunch. Accommodation
Flight
Day 8 — Uluru / Ayers Rock → Sydney
The early rise is well worth it during the scenic drive to the 36 domes of conglomerate rock that forms Kata Tjutas (the Olgas) to experience an amazing sunrise. The 1-hour walk through the sheer walls of Walpa Gorge, following the path between two of the tallest domes to a lush oasis in the desert, won’t disappoint as you’re led into a world of rare plant species and lush evergreen scrubs, local driver/guide in Italian. Flight to, an Italia speaking assistant will meet you upon arrival; transfer to your hotel. The quintessential Aussie city, Sydney with its surroundings is truly a world in itself and the only city in Australia to show its two hundred years of European history in the old stone walls of The Rocks. A unique city that lives beyond its sparkling harbour and beaches, and shows its true soul in the diverse neighbourhoods, with a sophisticated cosmopolitan population, but also the largest Aboriginal community of any Australian city. Accommodation Midwest - Chicago and Lakes
Day 9 — Sydney
Breakfast. Accommodation.
Day 10 — Sydney
Breakfast. Free day, We recommend the visit/excursion. Accommodation.
Day 11 — Sydney
Breakfast. End of services,
Notes
LUGGAGE: porterage is included for one medium-size baggage (max. 23 kg). Due to limited storage room, we cannot assure you can bring along extra baggage on the coach.
ROOMS: rooms only have one or two beds. “Triple”, “quadruple”, “family” room refers to the number of the guests, who will sleep in the beds provided (max. 2). The possibility of adding a rollaway bed – even if requested at the time of reservation – is subject to availability, with a supplement to be paid on site. Likewise, special requests for double or separate beds; adjoining, high-floor, low-floor rooms etc. are always upon request and these services can never be considered as granted.
DISABLED PEOPLE: disabled travellers can take part to the tour as long as they are self-sufficient. This is because means of transport are not equipped with a wheelchair platform; in addiction, due to insurance and security reasons, neither the guide nor the driver are allowed to help passengers getting on board. Disabled passengers must thus travel with an assistant of their own, to provide them all the help they might need during the tour. All bookings are on request.
TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: before the start of the tour, all the participants must make sure they possess the required documents to enter the destination countries, and that such documents are comprehensive and valid.
MINIMUM AGE: 12 years old
SMOKING: smoking is prohibited in hotels and on coaches.
HOTEL, CHECK-IN: rooms are usually assigned starting from 3pm. Earlier check-in is at the hotel’s discretion. If you request earlier assignation, you must book an extra night at the beginning of your stay.
HOTEL, CHECK-OUT: rooms must be left in the morning (the exact time will be provided by the hotel). Supplements for late check-outs amount to an extra night's charge
HOTEL, DEPOSIT: at the time of check-in, you will be asked to provide a personal credit card as guarantee for extra expenses. If you are using a company credit card, you must get an authorisation from your company. The hold as guarantee for extra expenses changes according to the category of the hotel. The hold will be unblocked between 3 and 10 days after check-out date; more days might be required if the credit card is linked to a non-American bank. We suggest you bring along at least two credit cards.
FINAL HOTEL LIST: as in the travel documents
HOTEL / ITINERARIO, MODIFICHE: La societĂ organizzatrice si riserva il diritto di modificare l'itinerario e/o le sistemazioni previste, se richiesto da circostanze impreviste e se necessario per la sicurezza e il normale proseguimento del viaggio
INTOLERANCES AND SPECIAL DIETARY REGIMES: food intolerances (allergies, celiac disease, etc.) and special dietary regimes (vegan, etc.) must be communicated at the time of booking. Special menus or treatments are not provided or guaranteed, but we will do our best to accommodate the needs of participants. Notifications made after arrival will not be taken into consideration.
Starts from
9 days / 4 nights – from Melbourne to Sydney
Meals
Key: B breakfast, L lunch, D dinner
Price includes
Local Italian-speaking guides for all destinations, admissions, visits and excursions: as scheduled, accommodation at the scheduled hotel (or similar), meals: breakfasts, lunches, dinners, Transfer from/to airports with private vehicle and assistance in Italian or shared vehicles without assistance, as indicated in the program., Entrance fees to national parks,
Price does not include
Trip cancellation, medical expense & baggage coverage, meals that have not been specified; beverage; any extra, tips, administration fees and “no-risk” coverage, air travel and taxes, everything not expressly mentioned in "The fee includes",
Important notes
Flight from Melbourne to Cairns book QF702, flight from Cairns to Ayers Rock book QF1915, flight from Ayers Rock to Sydney book QF729, tour prices include transfers from and to the recommended flights; transfers to alternative flights can be organized at additional cost,
Cancellation policies
TIPS: not included – but virtually mandatory, unless service is badly disappointing. Suggested tips: $5-6/day per person for the courier; $4-5/day per person for the driver.
MEALS: not included when not specified
PUNCTUALITY: you are advised to be punctual. No refund is issued to passengers failing to meet at designated time.
REFUNDS: If the tour or any part thereof cannot be conducted due to Force Majeure or Vis Majeure, the Company shall not be responsible to give any refund; also, no refund will be given for any portions of the tour unused by the traveler
HEALTH / VACCINATIONS: Participants must be aware of the itinerary and their own physical ability to handle it; it is recommended to always check the Viaggiare Sicuri website for the latest updates on necessary and recommended vaccinations and prophylaxis.
VISITING AUSTRALIA: European citizens are required to have an electronic tourist visa (ETA or evisitor) to enter Australia. The ETA visa can be obtained online on the website https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/evisitor-651. The visa is free of charge. The passport must have a remaining validity of at least six months.
