Itinerary Australian Open

ITINERARY PREPARED ESPECIALLY FOR
TENNIS TOURS INTERNATIONAL
JANUARY 2009

Monday, 19 ARRIVE MELBOURNE
Upon arrival at Melbourne Airport you will be met by a representative who will hand over your Australian documentation and assist you with your private transfer to your accommodation.

Melbourne is Australia’s second largest city with its birth and development paralleled with Queen Victoria’s reign. The city boasts elaborate Victorian-era buildings, gracious parks and gardens and tree-lined boulevards. Today Melbourne is a vibrant multicultural city which is passionate about the arts, sports, food and wine and the good life.

Today you may attend the Australian Open or spend the day at your leisure . While in Melbourne we suggest the following optional activities:
• Thrill at the views over Melbourne city on a sunrise balloon ride
• Enjoy a fascinating private tour of Melbourne with a local expert guide
• Visit the Victorian Arts Centre, the Victorian Gallery and Como House
• Enjoy a unique dining experience on board the Colonial Tram car
• Shop at fashionable Toorak and South Yarra
• Visit the cafes and beaches of St Kilda
• Visit Melbourne's new Federation Square development
• Take the "Art from the City Circle" tram ride or a walk through city streets, laneways, and squares and along the Yarra River to experience the city’s public artworks.
• For nature lovers – enjoy an afternoon/evening excursion to Phillip Island to view the Fairy Penguin Parade
• View unique wildlife at Healesville, Australia’s premier Sanctuary in the beautiful Yarra Valley
• A day tour to the beautiful Yarra Valley wine district offers a superb food and wine experience
• View the spectacular 12 Apostles on a full day Great Ocean Road tour

• Take a gourmet Food and Wine tour to the beautiful Mornington Peninsula
• Visit the Dandenongs and enjoy a ride on Puffing Billy steam train

ACCOMMODATION FOR FIVE NIGHTS :
CROWN TOWERS HOTEL AND CASINO
MELBOURNE

Rest of day at your leisure. Grounds pass can be bought at the office if you wish to see any of the games today. Or maybe rest up ready for the games today.

Box seats day and night sessions in the shade Monday-Friday. 5 days.

Tuesday, 20- MELBOURNE
Cultural Exchange tennis play and arranged by TTi’s Steve Clark Tuesday – Friday mornings 8-10 am- sign up with Steve
Friday, 23 Days at leisure to attend the Australian Open Tennis. Consult with TTi’s Steve Clark on what are the hottest matches for the day.

Saturday, 24 MELBOURNE TO SYDNEY
Upon arrival at Sydney Airport you will be met by a representative who will assist you with your private transfer to your accommodation.

Sydney, Australia’s oldest and largest settlement is a vibrant city built around one of the most spectacular harbours in the world. The city is instantly recognisable by the unique architecture of the famous Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge. Sydney also boasts attractions such as the historic Rocks, Victorian-era Paddington and excellent beaches such as Bondi and Manly.

Today can play tennis with TTi guest and have coaching by Steve Clark or at we would suggest while in Sydney we would the following optional activities:
• Take the Ultimate Sydney tour including a half day city sights and afternoon cruise on Sydney Harbour.

• Visit the Sydney Aquarium and Taronga Park Zoo
• Climb the Sydney Harbour Bridge for panoramic views
• Take a surfing lesson at Bondi or Manly Beach and learn to catch the waves
• Shop at Darling Harbour, the Queen Victoria Building and the Rocks District
 

• Visit the Sydney Opera House for dinner and a performance
• Learn about Australia’s natural history at the fascinating Australian Museum.
• Visit the spectacular Powerhouse Museum at Darling Harbour
• Enjoy Australian and international art exhibitions at the Art Gallery of New South Wales and the Museum of Contemporary Art
• For history lovers enjoy a guided walking tour of the historic Rocks area
• Learn about Sydney’s early colonial days with a visit to the fascinating Museum of Sydney and the Hyde Park Barracks
• Visit Government House (tours available on request) and the historic houses of Elizabeth Bay and Vaucluse House
• Stroll through the Royal Botanical Gardens
• Take a day tour to the World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains by car or by helicopter

ACCOMMODATION FOR THREE NIGHTS IN TWIN DELUXE CITY VIEW ROOMS ON A ROOM ONLY BASIS AT:
INTERCONTINTAL HOTEL-CLUB LEVEL INCLUDING DAILY BREAKFAST, PRE-DINNER DRINKS AND CANAPES.
SYDNEY

Sunday, 25 SYDNEY TO THE HUNTER VALLEY AND RETURN
Optional Cultural Exchange tennis play day for those interested
This morning you will be met at your accommodation by your guide and coach for a full day tour to the Hunter Valley Wine region.

This is more than just a wine tour. You will explore rural farmland and Australian natural bush, mountain ranges and grazing land as well as panoramic perspectives of the Hunter Valley. Exclusive morning tea and coffee included at Calga Springs Sanctuary with uncaged Emus and Kangaroos.

Learn about the Convict and Pioneering history and view several sections of the original 1820 convict built Old Great Northern Road and travel through the historic Wollombi village, established in the early 19th century and a wonderful example of the small colonial rural townships of this era.

Visit Hunter Valleys’ best boutique wineries. Sample up to 30 premium Hunter Wines, many of which are not available anywhere else in the world. Scrumptious wine and food appreciation – you will enjoy a tasting experience with an exotic selection of four food