WCCM / APCOM2010 - Sydney Australia

Pre & Post Congress Tours

A selection of tours has been planned specifically for the Congress. Registering for one or more of these tours will allow you the opportunity to travel with colleagues from around the world while enjoying the marvellous attractions of this vast continent.

Some tours require minimum numbers to operate. If these numbers are not achieved, alternative program will be offered or a complete refund made. Certain tours will also have limited space, which will be allocated strictly in order of receipt of bookings. If these tours do not suit your interests or travel schedule, we would be happy to assist in designing a tailored itinerary to meet your needs.

How To Book
Please complete the Registration Form online or by hard copy and return by fax to the Congress Secretariat on +61 2 9251 3552 or by airmail.

Cypress Lakes Hunter Valley Day 1. Travel over the Sydney Harbour Bridge and head north bound for wine country. You will cross over the Hawkesbury River to enter into the Hunter Valley one of the finest wine regions in Australia. Upon check in the friendly staff at Cypress Lakes Resort will advise you of all the wonderful facilities within the resort. The rest of your afternoon and evening is at your leisure. Three night stay: Cypress Lakes Resort [View full itinerary and cost]

Lilianfels Blue Mountains Day 1 This luxurious getaway begins from the moment you step into your private 4WD transfer from Sydney to Lilianfels. Lilianfels is located nearby an 18-hole golf course and many bushwalking tracks. The resort also has a gymnasium, health club with spa and sauna, billiard room and tennis court. As the sun sets enjoy a pre-dinner house cocktail in the Lounge Bar followed by a three course dinner for two in Darleys Restaurant (beverages additional) Two night stay: Lilianfels [View full itinerary and cost]

Milton Park Southern Highlands Day 1. Leave the city life behind as you travel an hour and a half south of Sydney to the stunning Southern Highlands, passing through some spectacular scenery along the way. There is so much to see in this region however once you arrive at the beautiful Milton Park Country House Hotel, set on its own secluded estate you may not want to leave. Two night stay: Milton Park [View full itinerary and cost]

Port Douglas Day 1. White sands and blue waters will greet you at the five-star Sheraton Mirage Port Douglas Resort. Situated on Four Mile Beach, this beachfront hotel is tucked between the Great Barrier Reef and the Daintree Rainforest. With 130 hectares of tropical landscaped gardens, a championship 18-hole golf course, and five acres of magnificent swimmable saltwater lagoons, great resort living is at every turn. Three night stay: Sheraton Mirage [View full itinerary and cost]

Ayers Rock and the Red Centre Day 1. Depart Alice Springs this morning, stop at the Outback Camel Farm before arriving at Kings Creek Station. Proceed to our exclusive Kings Canyon Wilderness Lodge, set in a typical Central Australian bush environment among the Desert Oak trees a tree that is only found in this region of Central Australia. Enjoy a guided walk around the rim of Kings Canyon and through the ‘Lost City’ and ‘Garden of Eden’, see the towering walls and unique plant life. Dinner tonight is under the stars around the campfire (weather permitting). Sample some of the gourmet bush foods of Australia. After dinner relax around the fire with drinks or coffee. One night stay: Kings Canyon Wilderness Lodge. [View full itinerary and cost]

Melbourne Highlights Day 1. Be welcomed on arrival and transferred to your hotel. Tonight explore the charms of this cosmopolitan city. Melbourne is famous for its multicultural flavour choose one of the many fine restaurants and cafés to dine in. Three Night Stay, Hotel Sofitel. [View full itinerary and cost]

Cairns, Great Barrier Reef Day 1. We welcome you on your arrival in this colourful tropical city and transfer you to your hotel. The afternoon is at your leisure, visit the lagoon on the Cairns Promenade and the many wonderful restaurants featuring local produce. Three Night Stay Shangri La, The Marina. [View full itinerary and cost]

Heron Island Day 1. Arrive in Gladstone and transfer via Scenic Helicopter to one of the most spectacular reef destinations in the world, Heron Island. As the mainland quickly fades away, the aqua waters of the reef appear to line your path and, on the horizon, the landscape of a coral cay is rising. On arrival, you are welcomed with a guided tour, and then shown to your room. Grab your snorkel, flippers and wetsuit, and in no time, you’re swimming straight off the beach and over coral gardens teeming with marine life. [View full itinerary and cost]

Rainforest and Reef Day 1. Arrive in Cairns and be transported to the Daintree Rainforest, just one and a half hours away by road. The elegant Silky Oaks Lodge provides the perfect backdrop for your rainforest adventure. After settling into your Treehouse, your first afternoon at Silky Oaks can be spent exploring the oldest and most diverse living rainforest on earth - the World Heritage-listed Daintree National Park. Soak up the tranquil splendour of your rainforest surrounds with a revitalising swim in the Mossman River. Two Night Stay Silky Oaks Lodge. [View full itinerary and cost]

Rock and Reef Day 1. Arrive at your oasis of comfort and relaxation, the world-class Voyages Ayers Rock Resort. Take the afternoon to settle in to the comforts of your hotel, relax by the pool or take a trip into the town square and visit the tour & information centre to see what touring options are available. Tonight dine under a canopy of stars at the award-winning Sounds of Silence" with Uluru and Kata Tjuta as your back drop. This is a truly unique event, offering the best of the Red Centre distilled into four unforgettable hours. The event includes transfers, entertainment, canapés, beer, wines and non-alcoholic beverages, gourmet barbecue buffet, dessert, tea, coffee, port, star talk and stargazing. Two night stay Ayers Rock Resort [View full itinerary and cost]