Canberra
- Canberra is a lively city offers a friendly, laid-back atmosphere with more than enough to keep you busy for days on end.
- Hidden beneath leafy surrounds, Canberra is bursting with some of Australia's best cultural attractions offering a snapshot of what it's like to be an Aussie. Through world-class museums and galleries you can discover more about Australia's culture, history, sports and politics.
- Experience a glimpse into Australian culture at the National Museum of Australia. Take a ride in a rotating theatre, use an Aboriginal grinding stone and discover fascinating stories about Australia's past and present.
- See Parliament House, where Australia's political decisions are made, an impressive building with panoramic views of Canberra from the rooftop, and a renowned collection of Australian contemporary art. Then take time to reflect at the Australian War Memorial, which commemorates the commitment and camaraderie of Australians in war.
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| Sydney Day Tour | |
| Code | GL-275 |
|---|---|
| Duration | 12 Hours |
| Tour Price Apr 2012 - Mar 2013 | Adult: $155.00 Child: $77.50 |
| Frequency | Every Mon, Wed, Fri |
| Style | Sydney Day Tour |
| Transport | Premium Coach |
| Suitability | Open Age |
| Start | Sydney @ 8 am |
| End | Sydney @ approx 8.45 pm |
“Canberra: 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 the Australian Parliament and home of superb national monuments, museums and galleries.”
Enjoy a morning tea stop at the quaint town of Berrima (own expense). Visit the National Museum of Australia and discover the hands on interactive displays. Enjoy a guided tour of the billion dollar Parliament House. You'll have the opportunity to see the house of parliament in session (subject to sitting times). Drive past the many diplomatic embassies and consulates of the nations capital. Viw the Prime Ministers Lodge, the Australian Prime Ministers official residence. See the National Library and Carillion Bell Tower. Drive past man-made Lake Burley Griffin. Wander through the Australian War Memorial at your leisure. Finish you day with a photo stop at Mount Ainslie.
Tour 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 will be made on our return to Sydney (own expense).
