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Go Beyond

Aussie & Kiwi Mementos

4-Night Great Barrier Reef
& Sydney Pre-Cruise Program

February 3-7, 2027

Discover Australia’s most celebrated wonders. From tropical North Queensland’s lush rainforests, verdant mountains, and awe-inspiring Great Barrier Reef, to Australia’s oldest city, Sydney, with its stunning skyline, world-famous harbor, striking Opera House, and unrivaled restaurants and shops, your excursion “down under” promises to be an unforgettable adventure.

ITINERARY

February 1-2

Leave for Australia and cross the International Date Line; losing one calendar day

February 3

Cairns

Arrive in Cairns, transfer to Riley Cairns Crystalbrook Collection Hotel or similar accommodations. Go Next holds your room for the entire day, so no matter how early your flight gets in, check-in to your luxurious room to relax and re­energize upon arrival in Australia.

February 4

Cairns

After breakfast, enjoy an included full-day Great Barrier Reef excursion with lunch. Explore one of the most breathtaking natural wonders of the world-Australia’s Great Barrier Reef. Cruise to an outer reef to see the largest coral reef in the world firsthand. This underwater paradise showcases a kaleidoscope of over 200 varieties of coral, over 1,500 species of fish, giant clams, and other fascinating marine life. Enjoy an included morning and afternoon tea, a lunch buffet, and a presentation from a marine biologist. View the reef from an underwater observatory or a semi-submersible vessel. Snorkeling equipment will be provided for those who would like to venture into the water.

February 5

Cairns or Optional Excursion

Spend the day at leisure or enjoy an OPTIONAL full-day Waterfall, Wetlands and Skyrail Excursion with lunch-$299 per person. Experience the beauty of Australia’s breathtaking landscape firsthand.

February 6

Cairns to Sydney

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Sydney. Upon arrival, check into Swissôtel Sydney or similar accommodations. Spend the remainder of the day at leisure.

February 7

Sydney

Take an included morning sightseeing tour of Sydney, Australia’s largest city, with a visit to the famous Opera House. Visit the vibrant Bondi Junction, a cosmopolitan shopping center in the heart of the Eastern Suburbs, then see Victorian-terraced Paddington, the exclusive suburbs of Rose Bay and Double Bay, and spectacular Pacific Ocean views from The Gap. Pass by the eclectic and famous nightlife district of Kings Cross and visit the Royal Botanical Gardens. See the Conservatorium of Music and Mrs. Macquarie’s Chair; this historic chair carved out of a rock ledge provides spectacular views of the harbor. Tour the iconic Sydney Opera House, a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the world’s most distinctive buildings, and then see The Rocks, Sydney’s oldest preserved colonial district. Transfer to Riviera in the afternoon.

INCLUSIONS

  • 3 nights at 5-star Riley Cairns Crystalbrook Collection and 1 night at 4-star Swissôtel Sydney with Breakfast
  • 1 full-day and 1 half-day sightseeing excursion as specified in itinerary, including entrance fees
  • Professional tour guide
  • Airfare from Cairns to Sydney^
  • Exclusive Go Next Program Manager and hospitality desk
  • Transfers between airport(s),* hotel, and cruise ship, with related luggage handling

ACCOMMODATIONS

Riley Cairns Crystalbrook Collection

Just steps from the Esplanade Boardwalk, Riley Cairns Crystalbrook is ideally located near the water-front shopping and entertainment center of Cairns. Indulge in luxury while you relax by the pool or escape to the Eleme Day Spa. Embrace rooftop cocktails and indulge in the delicious culinary variety of top-notch restaurants.

Swissôtel Sydney

Conveniently located in the heart of Sydney’s Central Business District, Swissôtel Sydney is a luxury hotel surrounded by the city’s most exclusive shopping destinations, including the historic Queen Victoria Building and Westfield Sydney. Within walking distance of Sydney’s most famous landmarks and cultural attractions—such as the Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney Opera House, and the beautiful Royal Botanic Gardens—the hotel offers an ideal base for exploring the city. Enjoy luxury and convenience at one of Sydney’s premier hotels. The Go Beyond itinerary and accommodations are subject to change.

PRICING

$3,749 per person
double occupancy

$4,349 per person
single occupancy

$299 per person
add-on optional tour

Extend your cruise!

3-Night Auckland
Post-Cruise Program

1-Night Sydney
Pre-Cruise Program

1-Night Auckland
Post-Cruise Program

Active Plus
Travelers should be confident in their ability to walk and stand for a minimum of 5 hours with a total of 2-4 miles per day while keeping a steady pace with a group or tour guide. This tour can involve walking on uneven ground for extended periods and occasionally stairs, some without handrails. Travelers should be able to board a coach or tour bus independently. This tour is not recommended for those with a walker or wheelchair. Participating guests must be comfortable operating on the water as a portion of the program includes a ferry and a boat tour. **The Sydney Opera House Tour includes 200 steps.

The Go Beyond program, pricing, itinerary (including order of sites) and accommodations are subject to change.

*TRANSFERS: Airport transfers are only applicable during program dates.  Transfers are only provided from Cairns (CNS) airport.

FOR GUESTS BOOKING THEIR OWN AIR ARRANGEMENTS: Flights should be booked into Cairns (CNS) airport.  You must provide your complete flight details to Go Next 30 days prior to departure to ensure airport transfers.

Global Destinations Management Ltd. and Go Next Inc. are not responsible for injuries or losses resulting from any causes beyond their own respective and exclusive control or for the negligence of any other suppliers or providers. Land accommodations, local transportation, and sightseeing are arranged and operated by Southern World Australia in Australia and Southern World New Zealand in New Zealand which may use other suppliers or providers to render the services.