SYDNEY - AUSTRALIA DAY AND SAND DUNES
Day 1 - Morning “Gid'day!” with photo instruction and slideshow presentation (maximum 1 hour) in class at centrally located hotel. Shuttle and introduction to the scenic Blue Mountains area. Enjoy a fresh Australian country lunch before photographing the Blue Mountain's fauna and wildlife for the afternoon under the guidance of the Photo Instructor. Shuttle back to central Sydney. (ms, l)

Day 2 - Morning instruction and slide show from previous days photo expedition (maximum 2 hours). Then spend the day enjoying and photographing Australia Day festivities in and around the infamous Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge. Lunch at an upscale restaurant in The Rocks District of Sydney is included. Don't forget your tripod to photograph the incredible fireworks display over the harbour this evening! (ms, l)

Day 3 - Morning instruction and slide show of highlights from day 2's expedition (maximum 1 hour). Shuttle to Newcastle for a scenic lunch overlooking the harbour before a four wheel drive shuttle to the Sand Dunes to photograph the amazing dunes with the Pacific Ocean as a backdrop. A visit to a beached shipwreck is included as well as other great photo opportunities. Savour a beachside BBQ dinner within view of the shipwreck before heading back to Sydney. (ms, l, d)

Day 4 - Advanced instruction this morning including a slide show presentation from previous days photo expedition (maximum 2 hours). Then it's off to Hyde Park for the mornings photography before a gourmet lunch overlooking the magnificent city. We move to capture beautiful images of Australia's flowers, plants and trees while overlooking Sydney's magnificent harbour. (ms, l)

Day 5 - Following the final level of photo instruction and slide show from previous days photo expedition (maximum 2 hours) we will all shuttle a local Pacific Ocean beach to stroll and photograph it's scenery before returning to the harbour for a wonderful lunchtime cruise. Lunch will be served as we explore many of Sydney's coves and landmarks. In the afternoon we will take in the sights of Sydney and it's lush suburbs from a different perspective - your cruise boat! Later, return to the classroom for a buffet dinner followed by the final slide show of images captured by the class and presentation of course certificates. (ms, l, d)

Maximum group size - 15 photo enthusiasts
Cost - $3999 (accommodation not included)

Morning Snack (ms) - Lunch (l) - Dinner (d)