SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA

Today we can admire Sydney’s many historical buildings and the magnificent harbour coastline. We begin by visiting the historical Rocks area, where the first fleet landed in 1788 to establish Australia’s first European settlement. We can observe examples of early architecture and the beautiful sandstone buildings, made out of the same rocks, which gave this area its name.

Today we can admire Sydney’s many historical buildings and the magnificent harbour coastline. We begin by visiting the historical Rocks area, where the first fleet landed in 1788 to establish Australia’s first European settlement. We can observe examples of early architecture and the beautiful sandstone buildings, made out of the same rocks, which gave this area its name. We then visit Sydney Opera House for a guided tour. The Opera House is situated on Bennelong Point and reaches out to the harbour. Described as the eighth wonder of the modern world, it is certainly one of the most recognisable images, along with the Eiffel Tower and the Empire State Building – and one of the most photographed. Continuing by coach we shall pass St Mary’s Cathedral, Parliament House, Darling Harbour, Chinatown and Mrs Macquarie’s Chair for splendid views of this magnificent harbour. With a shoreline extending 2,400 kilometres (1,500 miles), dotted with secluded bays and coves, Sydney’s harbour ranks as one of the world’s largest and most dazzling. Our journey will then take us through Kings Cross, Rushcutters Bay, Double Bay and Watsons Bay before stopping at the world famous Bondi Beach to enjoy some free time.

Please note that our guided tour of the Opera House will last for approximately 45 minutes, if time permits we will have a small amount of free time, enabling us to perhaps purchase souvenirs from the gift shop. There are approximately 200 steps at the Opera House to negotiate, and walking will be over uneven surfaces. At Bondi Beach, we will have approximately 20 minutes of free time.

DESCRIPTION CORRECT FOR 2008 WORLD CRUISES

DESCRIPTION CORRECT FOR BLACK WATCH WORLD CRUISE 2009