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Explore the Best of Wildlife and Wine in Port Douglas, Queensland and Sydney, New South Wales, Australia for Twelve Days & Eleven Nights in Villas for Up to Six People, Including All Resort Amenities, a Great Barrier Reef and Opal Reef Experience, Guided Snorkel Tours and a Private Wine Tasting Experience (Land Only)

Whether seeing the magnificent Great Barrier Reef is on your bucket list, or you simply desire a tranquil rainforest retreat, a trip to Port Douglas in Queensland, Australia will leave you fulfilled, and wanting more! Down in Sydney, the rolling countrysides and picturesque vineyards of Hunter Valley beckon you to unwind as you taste and tour Australia's oldest wine region, known for its semillon, shiraz and, increasingly, chardonnay. Gather your closest family and friends for an incredible adventure down under, full of stunning natural beauty and a tropical feast for the senses!

An hour’s drive north from Cairns via a spectacular coastal road is the town of Port Douglas, known for its famous palm-fringed Four Mile Beach, where old world charm makes it the perfect place for a laid back tropical getaway. Port Douglas is also ideal for experiencing the northern tropics, with the Daintree National Park and the Great Barrier Reef all nearby. The awesome coastal ranges overlook the calm clear waters of The Great Barrier Reef, the world's most extensive coral reef system. The Daintree Rainforest is believed to be one of the three oldest in the world with unique plants and animals found nowhere else, known as a paradise for bird-watchers and nature-lovers.

Your Australian experience will be filled with memorable adventures and incredible sights. Included is full-day Great Barrier Reef snorkeling experience, where you can visit Opal Reef, experience the beautiful coral formations and abundance of marine life. All equipment and transfers are provided, along with morning and afternoon tea and lunch!

Relax in your three-bedroom villa, where each room has its own private ensuite bathroom. The villa boasts luxury that rivals that of a five-star resort, and features a private plunge pool, access to all resort amenities (including pools, sauna and spa, tennis courts and dining options), and your own private golf buggy available for the duration of your stay! Access to the beach, lagoon pools and an 18-hole championship golf course are all yours. Your villa puts all the wonders of Australia's Great Barrier Reef and Daintree Rainforest on your doorstep. You may never want to leave!

Then head down to New South Wales to make a splash in Sydney, and then wander the verdant landscapes and vineyards in the Hunter Valley. Your wine experience treats you to a private wine tasting experience the country's largest producer of organic wines. But wine isn't all the Hunter Valley has to offer - treat your taste buds to the boutique beer, chocolates, cheese and olives. After a long day of exploring the wine and fresh produce, find comfort in rustic studio rooms featuring en suite bathrooms at the Hunter Valley Wine Country Cabins, which is set on 14 acres of natural beauty, boasts gorgeous views, an outdoor swimming pool, and a multi-award-winning restaurant.

Your trip for up to six people includes:
8 days/7 nights accommodations in a three-bedroom villa
4 nights accommodations in Hunter Valley in rustic studio rooms with daily breakfast
Private golf cart and access to all resort facilities at the villa
Complimentary internet access and satellite television in villa
Fully equipped kitchen in villa
Full-day Great Barrier Reef and Opal Reef guided snorkel experience, including reef talks, snorkeling equipment, lessons, and transfers
Private wine tasting experience

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TERMS AND CONDITIONS: Travel package is non-refundable and subject to availability. Certificates/gift cards cannot be replaced. Passport required for travel outside the U.S. A minimum 45 day advance reservation is required. Please email us at auction@stmaryhs.org to find out deadline to travel.

CANCELLATION POLICY: Cancellation prior to arrival may be subject to forfeiture of reservations and funds.