Monthly Archives: February 2016

Great Ocean Road Adventure – Early – Melbourne

Great Ocean Road Adventure - Early - Melbourne Dramatic - powerful - dangerous and majestic. How can words describe some of the world's most impressive coastline? Your day with Gray Line extends from golden sandy beaches to the stark brutality of wave - torn cliffs backed by mountain ranges reaching skywards from the sea. This is primeval country where man pales into insignificance... The power and the majesty of nature reigns supreme in this awe - inspiring sea and landscape.
Highlights:
  • Views of Melbourne and Port Phillip Bay from West Gate Bridge
  • City of Geelong and Corio Bay
  • Torquay and the Surf Coast
  • Visit famous Bells Beach
  • Spectacular coastal views along the Great Ocean Road
  • Surf beach resort of Lorne
  • Precipitous coastal cliffs, long sandy beaches and rolling surf
  • River inlets and fern gullies
  • Stop at picturesque Apollo Bay for lunch (own expense) - perhaps a walk along the beach
  • Otway National Park - fern gullies and eucalypts make up this beautiful Australian rainforest
  • Port Campbell National Park's rugged coastline, "The Shipwreck Coast" with many stops including...
  • Huge stone monoliths of the Twelve Apostles
  • You may take an optional helicopter flight over the shipwreck coast (own expense)
  • The Island Arch and Razorback - grand architecture carved by surf
  • Loch Ard Gorge - site of the tragic shipwreck of the "Loch Ard"
  • Stark remains of London Bridge
  • Port Campbell - holiday resort and fishing village
  • This powerful coastline provides scope for stunning photography
  • Return directly to Melbourne enjoying an on - board Australian movie "All The Rivers Run - 1"
  • See the spectacular evening lights of Melbourne from West Gate Bridge.
Operates: Daily
Departs & Returns: 08:00:00 - 19:30:00
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Grampians – Melbourne

Grampians - Melbourne Experience the majesty of this ancient land from spectacular lookouts on mountain escarpments! Fascinating rock formations, streams and plunging waterfalls make this a day of mountain top adventure. Famous for its spring wildflowers, fern gullies and birdlife, the region has become particularly popular with bush walkers. Emus roaming the plains... Eagles soaring in thermal currents ... Kookaburras laughing in the trees ... This is Grampians Grandeur!
Highlights:
  • Travel the Western Highway - stagecoach route of the 1850's
  • Bacchus Marsh - a landscape of orchards - once a resting place for the Cobb & Co stagecoach
  • Ballarat - A gracious city of exquisite gardens and noble statues
  • Opportunity to feed kangaroos at the Ballarat Wildlife Park
  • Visit Halls Gap - nestled between the Wonderland and Mt William Ranges
  • Grampians National Park - known by Aboriginals as 'Gariwerd' meaning "Mountain Range"
  • Spectacular views of Fyans Valley from Boroka Lookout
  • Wonder at massive Victoria Valley from Reids Lookout
  • An opportunity to walk along "The Balconies" escarpment
  • Hike to Jaws of Death
  • Experience the power of McKenzie Falls
  • Stop for Bush Billy tea by McKenzie Creek
  • Look for emus, corellas and kangaroos on the northern plains
  • Return to Melbourne stopping for dinner enroute (own expense)
  • Great Western - famous for its wine and champagne.
Operates: - Mon. - - - - Sun.
Departs & Returns: 08:00:00 - 20:30:00
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Echuca – Melbourne

Echuca - Melbourne Australia's "Old Man River" - the paddlesteamer highway of the wool bales and the wheat bags. Relive this fantastic Riverboat era of sweat and tears as you ride the Riverboat down the Murray River shadowed by majestic river gums, dappled sunlight and screeching cockatoos flying overhead. Capture the riotous and wicked past of the river town of Echuca.
Highlights:
  • Follow the route of the overland cattle drovers
  • Travel through Kyneton passing Woodend and beautiful Mt Macedon
  • Bendigo - classic Australian architecture
  • Tour Bendigo on a vintage Talking Tram
  • Rural towns with their grand Australian pubs
  • A short documentary entitled "The Mighty Murray" will be shown prior to arriving in Echuca
  • The Murray River - Australia's Mississippi
  • border between the states of Victoria & NSW
  • Majestic river gums & waterbirds
  • Look for cockatoos & galahs
  • Echuca - steeped in riverboat history
  • Take a guided tour of the historic Port of Echuca
  • Cruise the Murray River on a genuine paddlesteamer
  • Experience thrashing paddlewheels & high pitched whistles
  • Hear the stories of riverboat days
  • Return to Melbourne from arid northern Victoria through historic Kilmore with its bluestone buildings
  • "All the Rivers Run II" - an Australian movie set during the Echuca riverboat days will be shown while returning to Melbourne.
Operates: Sun. - - - - Fri. -
Departs & Returns: 08:00:00 - 19:30:00
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Best of Melbourne – Melbourne

Best of Melbourne - Melbourne Gray Line's unique Best of Melbourne Tour is a showcase of Melbourne's charm. A scenic cruise on the Yarra River, a comprehensive look at Melbourne's highlights, a visit to the beautiful Blue Dandenongs National Park and fine cuisine aboard the Colonial Tramcar Restaurant as you tour the streets of Melbourne.
Highlights:
  • Enjoy a scenic cruise on the Yarra River
  • Experience our early settlement days with views of the barque "Polly Woodside"
  • Spectacular views of the city skyline
  • See the West Gate Bridge
  • China Town
  • St Paul's Cathedral and Flinders Street Station
  • Arts and Cultural Centre
  • Kings Domain Gardens
  • Shrine of Remembrance
  • Fashionable suburbs of South Yarra and Toorak
  • Visit Sherbrooke Forest - heart of the Dandenongs
  • tall eucalypts, kookaburras and bellbirds
  • Share Bush Billy tea with the locals...colourful crimson rosellas and king parrots!
  • Pass through quaint villages noted for their restaurants, craft shops and beautiful gardens
  • Visit Mt Dandenong summit
  • Return to the city, passing Fitzroy Gardens and St Patrick's Cathedral
  • Old Melbourne Gaol
  • Queen Victoria Market
  • Law Courts & Flagstaff Gardens
  • An unforgettable experience of dining in the 1927 colonial tram car restaurant as it cruises Melbourne's streets
  • A sumptuous three course dinner including beverages.
Operates: Daily
Departs & Returns: 12:10:00 - 19:15:00
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Canberra – The Nation’s Capital – Canberra

Canberra - The Nation's Capital - Canberra The nation's capital - a purpose built city, ultra modern, with imposing architecture yet a rural charm of lakeside, gardens and open spaces. This hi - tech city is the seat of Parliament and home of superb national monuments, museums and galleries.
Highlights:
  • Visit the historic township of Berrima for morning tea (own expense)
  • Tour through the Southern Highlands and Goulburn sheep district
  • See mysterious Lake George
  • Enter the Australian Capital Territory and the nation's capital - Canberra
  • Visit the new hands on, state - of - the art National Museum
  • Appreciate our indigenous history and multi - cultural future
  • Visit the spectacular billion dollar New Parliament House for a guided inspection
  • Observe Parliament if in session
  • See the Senate, the House of Representative chambers and the Great Hall
  • See sweeping views of Canberra from the Queens Terrace
  • Tour Canberra and see Lake Burley Griffin
  • High Court of Australia
  • National Library
  • National Science and Technology Centre
  • "The Lodge" - residence of the Prime Minister
  • Embassies and Diplomatic residences including Thailand, USA, France, Malaysia, Great Britain, Indonesia and more
  • Captain Cook Memorial Fountain and the Carillon
  • Visit the Australian War Memorial
  • Panoramic views from the summit of Mt Ainslie
  • An evening meal stop (own expense) will be made on our return to Sydney.
Operates: Sun. Mon. - Wed. - Fri. -
Departs & Returns: 08:30:00 - 21:15:00
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The City Tour – Morning Tour – Sydney

The City Tour - Morning Tour - Sydney Sydney - set on beautiful blue Sydney harbour, this fast paced city of cosmopolitan character is one of the world's most beautiful places. Colonial history, stunning architecture, superb waterways and friendly people epitomise the vibrance of this spectacular city.
Highlights:
  • Spectacular Darling Harbour
  • Sydney Entertainment Centre
  • Chinatown
  • Sydney Aquarium and the Monorail
  • Sydney Opera House
  • The Rock's - Sydney's birthplace
  • Conservatorium of Music
  • Parliament House
  • Hyde Park
  • St James Cathedral
  • St Marys Cathedral
  • Art Gallery and the Domain
  • Visit Mrs Macquaries Chair - superb views of the harbour and city skyline
  • Royal Australian Naval Base at Garden Island
  • Kings Cross - Sydney's 'hot spot'
  • Exclusive Double Bay and Vaucluse
  • The Gap - stunning views of the Pacific Ocean and the Heads
  • Visit Bondi Beach - Australia's most famous surf beach
  • Historic and trendy Paddington
  • Sydney Tower
  • Sydney Town Hall.
Operates: Daily
Departs & Returns: 08:45:00 - 11:45:00
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Sydney Sunset – Sydney

Sydney Sunset - Sydney Sydney - a fast paced city with style and history set on one of the world's most beautiful harbours. Take a comprehensive look at Manly Tour 202 and meet our marine wildlife at the state of the art Sydney Aquarium. Cruise the harbour and take in stunning night skyline views while enjoying a superb dinner on board Captain Cook.
Highlights:
  • Stunning views over Sydney Cove and Circular Quay
  • Sydney Opera House
  • Cross the Sydney Harbour Bridge
  • Milson's Point - panoramic views of the bridge and skyline
  • Cross the Spit Bridge
  • Magnificent views from Seaforth Lookout over Middle Head and Pearl Bay marinas
  • Arabanoo Lookout - a superb panorama of the rugged Headlands and Manly
  • Tour through the northern beaches of Freshwater Bay and Curl Curl
  • Stop at the seaside resort of Manly, noted for its famous surf beach and Norfolk pines
  • Perhaps a walk along the Corso, browse in the shops or simply relax on the beach
  • Observe a marine environment from underneath with white pointer sharks, giant stingrays and fish of every description
  • Enjoy fine dining aboard Matilda Cruises Catamaran taking in stunning views of Sydney skyline, the Sydney Harbour Bridge and the Sydney Opera House.
Operates: Daily
Departs & Returns: 14:30:00 - 22:30:00
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Sydney Highlights – Afternoon Tour – Sydney

Sydney Highlights - Afternoon Tour - Sydney Tour the highlights of Sydney, then cross the Sydney Harbour Bridge to Manly and the Northern Beaches. Capture the beauty and lifestyle of the harbour city from Gray Line's specially selected vantage points.
Highlights:
  • Stunning views over Sydney Cove and Circular Quay
  • Sydney Opera House
  • Cross the Sydney Harbour Bridge
  • Milson's Point - panoramic views of the bridge and skyline
  • Cross the Spit Bridge
  • Magnificent views from Seaforth Lookout over Middle Head and Pearl Bay marinas
  • Arabanoo Lookout - a superb panorama of the rugged Headlands and Manly
  • Tour through the northern beaches of Freshwater Bay and Curl Curl
  • Stop at the seaside resort of Manly, noted for its famous surf beach and Norfolk pines
  • Perhaps a walk along the Corso, browse in the shops or simply relax on the beach.
Operates: Daily
Departs & Returns: 14:00:00 - 17:30:00
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Port Stephens Dolphin Watcher – Sydney

Port Stephens Dolphin Watcher - Sydney Discover the beautiful coastline north of Sydney with its holiday villages, white sandy beaches and the sparkling Pacific Ocean. Observe alligators feeding and meet famous Australians - crocodiles, kangaroos and koalas in a natural bush setting. Ride the wave crests with the dolphins in the azure waters of sheltered Port Stephens where forests, villages and stately homes meet with the sea. This quiet arm of the blue Pacific Ocean is home to a pod of nature's most lovable and intelligent marine mammals.
Highlights:
  • Cross Sydney Harbour Bridge
  • Tour through leafy North Shore suburbs
  • The Hawkesbury Ranges - magnificent natural sandstone and Eucalypt forests
  • Cross the Hawkesbury River - renowned for its superb oysters
  • Visit the home of many native Australian animals
  • Witness Alligators leap from their pond to snatch food from their handlers (Summer months only)
  • Walk amongst kangaroos and hand feed them if you wish
  • Look for koalas from treetop boardwalks - have your photo taken with a koala!
  • See "Eric" a very impressive 4.7 metre saltwater crocodile
  • See the infamous funnel web spider
  • Newcastle - heavy industry and large shipping port
  • Williamtown Air Force Base
  • Beautiful Port Stephens - permanent home of 80 Bottlenose Dolphins
  • Board our luxury cruiser with 360deg viewing decks at Nelson Bay - a buffet lunch awaits
  • Cruise Port Stephens to view the dolphins
  • Listen to the dolphins underwater through hydrophones
  • Perhaps ride the boom net - there could be an inquisitive visitor swimming with you!
  • Tour Nelson Bay.
Operates: - Mon - Wed - -Sun (Oct 1 to Apr 30) , - - - Wed - -Sun (May 1 to Sep 30)
Departs & Returns: 08:30:00 - 19:00:00
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PM Manly with Magistic Luncheon Cruise – Sydney

PM Manly with Magistic Luncheon Cruise - Sydney A tour capturing the essence of Sydney...our Sydney Highlights and Manly Beach tour along with a delightful buffet luncheon cruise on beautiful Sydney Harbour.
Highlights:
  • Stunning views over Sydney Cove and Circular Quay
  • Sydney Opera House
  • Cross the Sydney Harbour Bridge
  • Milsons Point - panoramic views of the bridge and skyline
  • Cross the Spit Bridge
  • Magnificent views from Seaforth Lookout over Middle Head and Pearl Bay marinas
  • Arabanoo Lookout - a superb panorama of the rugged Headlands and Manly
  • Tour through the northern beaches of Freshwater Bay and Curl Curl
  • Stop at the seaside resort of Manly, noted for its famous surf beach and Norfolk pines
  • Perhaps a walk along the Corso, browse in the shops or simply relax on the beach.
Operates: Daily
Departs & Returns: 12:15:00 - 17:30:00
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