7 DAY Sydney Discovery (Work & Play) AATMSW-7

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1 7 DAY Sydney Discovery (Work & Play) AATMSW-7 This tour visits: Australia Australia isn't just a holiday destination, it's a way of life. As a continent with 10,685 beaches, 60 million kangaroos and one famous greeting (g day!), Australia offers unlimited opportunities for those wanting to call it home. Be inspired by the possibilities, live out your dreams Down Under and hit the road for an adventure while we take care of all the details because let's face it, you didn't come all this way to do paperwork.

2 The Bucket List Aboriginal Welcome & Rock Art Manly Beach 3 Sisters Sunset Blue Mountains Wentworth Falls Wine & chocolate tasting Seafood tasting Airport transfers Work starter package with 6 month job support Australian bank account Australian phone number Australian tax file number Sydney nightlife tour More Inclusions 4 breakfasts, 1 dinner 6 nights in motels, lodges & hostels Modern air?conditioned vehicle with Wi?Fi Awesome Topdeck Driver Guide Trip Itinerary Day 1 - Sydney G'day, you made it, welcome Down Under. After meeting your driver at the airport we will transfer you right into the heart of Australia's largest city, almost 5 million people call this place home. Sydneysiders love a coffee so grab yourself a soy flat white and get settled into our central accommodation, this afternoon you will meet our local guide and travel buddies. You may be on the other side of the world but we have you sorted socially, we'll set you up with all the nitty gritty stuff like SIM cards, Bank Accounts and Medicare^ straight away before hitting the streets by foot on the Ultimate Nightlife Tour where we have VIP entry and free drinks sorted. -Airport transfer, -Australia Orientation, -SIM cards, -Work in Australia Orientation, -Nightlife Tour. Day 2 - Sydney Jet lagged? Not when the sun's out. The morning is free so either catch up on some ZZZ's or slap on the thongs and head out to see the sights. Have the camera ready because later today we get together for a guided walking tour through Sydney's icons. The Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Botanical Gardens and plenty in between are all on the agenda for today. After you experience Sydney's amazing harbour lifestyle you will see why people come from far and wide to call this place home. Missing home? Didn't think so. -Kirribilli, -Manly Beach Q Station,

3 -Brisbane Water National Park, --Aboriginal Welcome and Rock Art Day 3 - Sydney to Port Stephens If you have already fallen in love with Sydney, you will love the rest of New South Wales. We kick off today with a short drive across to Kirribilli on the north side of the Sydney Harbour to check out some of the best views that Sydney has to offer. You'll see where Australia's European settlement kicked off, as well as learn more about two of the city's most famous icons, the Harbour Bridge, and the Sydney Opera House. After a short walking tour of the area, and up onto the Harbour Bridge, we'll then head to the beach to check out the laidback lifestyle of Manly Beach. From here a quick trip up the freeway where we are then met by some local Aboriginal people for a "Welcome to Country and Smoking ceremony" and learn of some local indigenous Rock Art sites, bush tucker and of course some tastings! Arriving into the coastal area of Port Stephens we will get our bearings and after such a jam-packed first day on our travels it is time for a filling feast and maybe even a 'coldie' at the local bar. -Kirribilli -Manly Beach -Brisbane Water National Park -Aboriginal Welcome and Rock Art Meals: - Dinner Day 4 - Port Stephens to Hunter Valley Port Stephens is practically horizontal, it s so laid back. You could take it easy today on an optional dolphin cruise with a swim and boomnet ride. Feeling more energetic? You could hike to the top of Tomaree Head for sensational views, or for exploring further there are options for sand dune quad biking and sand boarding. Whatever you do you ll work up an appetite. Thankfully this place is known for its seafood, so we ll have a taste of the local catch. -Seafood tasting Meals: -Breakfast Optional activities: -Sand boarding -Dolphin cruise / swim -Quad biking Day 5 - Hunter Valley to Blue Mountains Hunter Valley is synonymous with wine. Visit a local vineyard, a brewery, and a chocolate tasting. You ll get to hop in an oak barrel and have a go at grape stomping, then take a walk through the vines and into the Hunter Wine Theatre to learn about the grape s journey from vine to bottle. Round off the day with a glass of something in hand as you overlook the rolling vine striped hills of the area. -Wine & chocolate tasting

4 -Grape stomping -Wine school Meals included: -Breakfast Day 6 - Blue Mountains to Sydney Glenbrook might be small but it s big on good coffee. We ll stop off here before heading up to the Blue Mountains. Follow in the footsteps of Charles Darwin and head towards the magical Wentworth Falls, check out the huge drop waterfall of Govetts Leap, Narrow Neck lookout, and Katoomba Falls, before seeing the 3 Sisters at sunset. -Wentworth Falls -Blue Mountains Lookouts -3 Sisters Sunset Meals included: -Breakfast Day 7 - Sydney Sure the Blue Mountains are gorgeous to just gaze at, but there a whole load of activities on offer to try too. Optional abseiling take your fancy? Or if you re more of a speed fiend you could opt for a local Harley Davidson ride. Slower-paced options include the Scenic World Cable Car and walk in the rainforest. In fact there are lots of walks close by that you can pick from. Say goodbye to the Blue Mountains midafternoon, we ll be tracking back to Sydney. If you want to carry on the adventure, Topdeck has all sorts of trips across Australia and New Zealand. Jump onto for more info. -National Park walks Meals included: -Breakfast Optional activities: -Half day abseiling -Harley Davidson ride -Scenic World -Waradah Aboriginal Theatre Accommodation On your trip you will stay at a variety of multi-share accommodation, which may include hostels, motels, cabins, lodges, and camping out in tents and even a traditional Aussie swag! The number of people in a room varies depending on the type of accommodation. To keep costs down accommodation is based on a multi-share, same sex basis.

5 The 'More Inclusions' section of this document details what type of accommodation will be used for our overnight stops. If you are travelling with a friend and require twin or double accommodation, this is available at a small extra charge (not available while in the Northern Territory). Should this be required, you can select this at the time of booking. Optional Activities On all trips we have arranged extra activities that we think will enhance your travel experience, but you have a choice as to whether or not you will participate. These are not included in the cost of your trip. They are usually organised on a group participation basis and should be taken into consideration when budgeting your spending money. None of the Optional Activities on your trip are operated by Topdeck, nor do they form part of your contract with Topdeck for your trip. Topdeck arranges the activity as an agent of the local supplier. Should you participate in any Optional Activities your contract will be with the local supplier and their conditions will apply. Please note: while we make every effort to keep these prices as accurate and up-to-date as possible, they are subject to change and in rare circumstances the actual price may vary slightly to what is published here. Sandboarding $25 AUD Dolphin cruise $25 AUD Quad biking $110 AUD Half day abseiling $135 AUD Harley Davidson ride $130 AUD Scenic World Cable Car $39 AUD Meals Your included meals are detailed in the 'More Inclusions' section of this document. Breakfasts are included each day (except on the first morning). A typical breakfast consists of cereals with milk or yoghurt, bread, a range of spreads, and fruit juice, tea or coffee. It is rare to get a hot breakfast, though on some occasions it may be available. Included evening meals will be combination of those prepared by the Topdeck Road Crew, local restaurants and places in which we stay. If you have any dietary requirements we will make every effort to cater to your specific needs as long as you advise your travel agent or Topdeck Trip Consultant when you book. But please be aware that although we will do everything in our power to arrange it, we cannot guarantee that every restaurant we use will be able to cater to all dietary needs. We also cannot cater for tastes or dislikes, as most of our included evening meals feature a set menu. No Tip Necessary Your Topdeck crew never expect tips themselves and will not ask for any; that s not what friends do! We also know how much tipping can cost you. So go ahead, spoil yourself with the money you will save by travelling with Topdeck (just don t forget Mum s souvenir).

6 Topdeck Travel App Please note the Topdeck App is not currently available in Asia. Our travel app has landed! With a range of awesome features including a Currency Converter, Budget Tracker, Check-In tool and Social Timeline you can plan your trip like a pro. Think of it like your very own Topdeck Trip Leader, always on call with the latest info, weather, maps and city guides to give you the trip of a lifetime, all in the palm of your hand. Please note: The Topdeck Travel App should only be downloaded once you have booked onto your trip. You will not be able to log in unless you have a Topdeck Booking Reference Number. Get it for iphone Get it for Android Other Information Finances Changing Money ATMs/cashpoints are available all over Australia and New Zealand and are the safest and easiest way to access money. Major credit cards are als Some nationals may have access to pre-paid cards that you can use at any ATM just like a debit card that you may want to consider as a viable al We recommend that you change approximately AU/NZ$150 in cash before departure. This will cover you for spending money until you have th Spending Money Based on experience, we recommend at least $50 $75 per day. This is to cover daily expenses including sightseeing, small souvenir shopping a Remember, this is a rough figure only and spending habits vary greatly between individuals according to their budget and habits! Insurance It is highly recommended for all passengers to take out comprehensive travel insurance before the trip departs covering cancellation, medical exp For more information go to You must bring a copy of your travel insurance policy with you on the trip. Details of your policy must be uploaded into the Topdeck app before Passports and Visas Please make sure your passport is valid for at least six months after the last day of your trip. Some countries will refuse entry if there is not at lea It is your responsibility to obtain these prior to the departure of this trip. You can consult the government websites of the countries in which you Remember that some visas can take up to six weeks to acquire, so don t leave it until the last minute. Also bear in mind that the validity of the vi

7 Transport Coach Time We try to spend as little time on the coach as possible so that you have more time to enjoy the places you visit. But do please remember that Aus When travelling between towns, you will be on the coach during the day, stopping off to visit places of interest where possible. Strict driving rul Wi-Fi Free on-coach Wi-Fi is steadily being rolled out for all passengers in Australia and New Zealand. Speed and connection relies on local 3G / 4G n Health and Safety We want to make sure you re having the time of your life while travelling with us. Therefore, if you suffer from any kind of medical condition o If you require regular medication, you must have a sufficient supply before your trip departs, as it may be difficult to obtain while travelling. You Vaccinations There are currently no compulsory vaccinations required for either Australia or New Zealand. Please reconfirm this with your GP or health profe General Information Power Both Australia and New Zealand operate on a 240v power supply, operate on the same 2-3 pronged outlet. Adaptors can be purchased easily upo In Cases of Emergency While we hope you never have to use it, if for any reason you need to contact someone from Topdeck, whether it be that you have missed a trip d Brisbane Office Your best recourse to assistance during the day is to call our team between 8am-7pm Monday to Friday and 9.30am-4pm on Saturdays Brisbane Tel: Emergency Contact If you need to contact Topdeck outside of the above hours the following number is available: Mobile: Please remember if it is a genuine emergency, we of course want you to call us; however, if it can wait until the next day, we ask that you What to Bring We recommend soft bags, suitcases or frameless backpacks, plus a small day pack or carry bag. No external framed bags please, as they damage

8 Please note that due to space and weight restrictions on our coaches, passengers with too much luggage on departure morning may be told that th Sleeping Bags A sleeping bag will not be required for your trip. Suggested Packing List The golden rule is to travel as light as you can. Only bring what you really need and leave plenty of space for things you might want to buy. Don The following is a suggested clothing list only, based on our experience: 1 pair of comfortable walking shoes 1 pair of smart casual shoes 1 pair thongs/jandals/flip-flops 2 pairs jeans/trousers 2 pairs shorts/skirts 4 shirts/t-shirts 2 sweaters/jumpers Smart casual evening wear 1 rainproof jacket 1 warm jacket Underwear and socks! Other things to pack: Swimwear Towel Toiletries Hat and Sunscreen Basic medical kit (including plasters, aspirin etc.) Washing powder Insect repellent Conversion plug Optionals to consider: Sewing kit Pillow case Torch Travel pillow Please note: entry into some religious sites, such as cathedrals and mosques, requires clothing to cover the knees, chest and shoulders. Final Checklist Passport (with visas if required!)

9 Airline tickets (where applicable) Insurance Policy (you must bring these details with you) Camera; batteries; chargers; conversion plug That s it you re now ready for your trip of a lifetime! If you have any further questions feel free to give our team a shout at any time. Happy tra