• Australia: Wonder Down Under

EDVENTURE EXPLAINED

Why did we choose Australia?

Populated by the white man as a Penal Colony, Australia today ranks higher than US on the Human Development Index. Its progress defies the fact that even today, one out of every four Australians was born on foreign soil. Its history may be checkered with respect to the indigenous aboriginal population, but today it stands as an inspiration to what the spirit of human co-operation and harmony can achieve. This fascinating jewel of nature is home to some of the most unique flora and fauna on the planet and is a must visit destination on every student’s travel list.

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What does this journey offer?

Sydney tells the story of how a small penal colony could build itself into the twelfth most expensive city in the world. Cairns offers a gateway to two of the greatest natural attractions: the Great Barrier Reef and the Kuranda Rainforest. Finally, in Gold Coast students discover one of the most desirable places in the world to live.

Core Lessons/
Inspiration:

  • Respect for Environment
  • Human Dignity
  • Protecting Natives
  • Quality of Life
  • Fruits of Harmony
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THINGS TO DO

Australia: Wonder Down Under

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VISIT
  • Sydney
  • Gold Coast
  • Cairns
  • Kuranda
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LEARN
  • History of Australia
  • History of Indigenous Australians
  • Marine Ecosystem
  • Marsupials
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ENJOY
  • Harbour cruise
  • Sea World
  • Movie World
  • Village in the Rainforest
  • Green Island Cruise
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BE INSPIRED
  • Struggle of Aborigines for their Rights
  • Great Barrier Reef
  • Harmony between Mankind and Nature

ITINERARY

DAY 1: HOME COUNTRY – SYDNEY

  • Meet and greet at the International Airport
  • Proceed for departure procedure
  • Depart for Sydney

DAY 2: SYDNEY

  • Arrival in Sydney followed by immigrations and baggage collection
  • Transfer to the hotel and check-in
  • Take a walking tour of the Rocks
  • Dinner
  • Overnight stay in Sydney

DAY 3: SYDNEY – UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEY – HARBOUR CRUISE – SYDNEY TOWER

  • Breakfast in the hotel
  • Visit the University of Sydney
  • Take an orientation tour of Sydney which includes a view of:
  • Sydney Opera House
  • Lunch
  • Harbour Cruise
  • Sydney Tower
  • Free time for shopping
  • Dinner
  • Work on Young Authors Program
  • Overnight stay in Sydney

DAY 4: SYDNEY – SYDNEY AQUARIUM - WILDLIFE WORLD – MADAME TUSSAUDS

  • Breakfast at the hotel
  • Visit Sydney Aquarium
  • Lunch
  • Visit Sydney Wildlife World
  • Madame Tussauds Wax Museum
  • Dinner
  • Work on Young Authors Program
  • Overnight stay in Sydney

DAY 5: SYDNEY – CAIRNS

  • Breakfast and hotel check-out
  • Transfer to the airport and fly to Cairns
  • Arrival in Cairns followed by transfer to Kuranda
  • Dinner
  • Work on Young Authors Program
  • Overnight stay at Cairns

DAY 6: CAIRNS – BIG CAT GREEN ISLAND CRUISE

  • Breakfast at the resort
  • Transfer to the Big Cat Green Island Cruise
  • Lunch and dinner on the cruise
  • Work on Young Authors program
  • Overnight stay at the resort

DAY 7: CAIRNS – MELBOURNE

  • Breakfast at the hotel and check-out
  • Checkout from the hotel and proceed towards airport
  • Fly to Melbourne
  • Lunch on arrival
  • Visit Block Arcade
  • Enjoy free time to explore the city of Melbourne
  • Dinner followed by hotel check-in
  • Work on Young Authors program
  • Overnight stay in Melbourne

DAY 8: MELBOURNE – UNIVERSITY OF MELBOURNE - CITY TOUR

  • Breakfast at the hotel
  • Visit the University of Melbourne
  • Lunch
  • Take an orientation tour of Melbourne
  • Royal Botanical Gardens
  • Visit Melbourne Cricket Ground
  • Dinner
  • Work on Young Authors program
  • Overnight stay in Melbourne

DAY 9: MELBOURNE - FUNFIELDS

  • Breakfast at the hotel
  • Spend the entire day at Funfields Whittlesea Theme Park
  • Lunch at the park
  • Free time for some last minute souvenir shopping
  • Dinner
  • Work on Young Authors program
  • Overnight stay in Melbourne

DAY 10: MELBOURNE - HOME COUNTRY

  • Breakfast in the hotel and check-out
  • Transfer to the airport
  • Fly to Home Country

DAY 11: HOME COUNTRY

  • Arrival in Home Country

ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Q  Who can attend an EdTerra overseas journey?

    A  

    Any student of your school in the age group of 11-17 years is welcome to join this program provided the child faces no serious medical conditions which may be difficult to address satisfactorily during the journey. Also, any adult who is not a member of the school staff or management is not allowed to join the school group.

  • Q  How do we choose the teachers to accompany our student group?

    A  

    As teachers are the legally appointed guardians of the students for the entire course of the journey, it is advisable that the selected teacher/s are experienced and have the capacity to address issues related to student safety, well-being and behavior. Physical fitness and international travel experience are added advantage as most international programs are fast-paced and hectic.

  • Q  What is the recommended teacher: student ratio?

    A  

    The industry practice is of 1 adult per 10 students (1:10), but some international schools prefer a ratio of 1:7.

  • Q  What guarantee does EdTerra provide for securing a visa?

    A  

    The visiting country’s Embassy/ Consulate has the power to either grant/decline the visa request of any applicant. EdTerra can facilitate the submission of visa application documents or help secure an interview with the Embassy/Consulate; however it cannot be held responsible in any way for the grant or decline of the visa.

  • Q  What about our students’ safety during the journey?

    A  

    Underpinning each EdTerra journey is the concern to address student safety at all levels. Being an ISO 9001: 2008 company, EdTerra complies with globally accepted standards for efficient processes, including rigorous safety standards.

  • Q  How can the parents stay in touch with their children during the journey?

    A  

    The accompanying EdTerra Journey Mentor provides daily updates on the EdTerra Facebook page (like us at edterraindia), along with photographs of the day’s activities for parents to keep a track of the journey progress. Parents are also provided with contact details of the hotels where students will be staying during the journey. Also, the school may permit students to carry their mobiles with international SIM cards.

  • Q  Can some students stay back after the journey to visit their relatives or friends?

    A  

    On account of student safety, EdTerra does not allow any child to stay back after the journey. For every EdTerra journey the rule is simple, you fly out of your home country as a group and you return as a group.

  • Q  Will our school group be merged with any other school group?

    A  

    The costing for an EdTerra journey is done on the minimum group size of 30 full paying participants. If you have 30 more paying participants then your group will not be merged with any other group. In the event that the school is unable to provide the minimum number of paying participants before 60 days of the scheduled departure date of journey, EdTerra Edventures Pvt Ltd reserves the right to merge the school group with another school group. This ensures that two or more smaller groups are able to travel economically. In such a case there is a possibility that the two groups may vary in age. In the event that the minimum number is not achieved through merging groups, EdTerra reserves the right to either postpone or cancel the journey.

  • Q  What kind of food can we expect during our overseas journey?

    A  

    EdTerra provides wholesome and hygienic food during the journey. An ample variety of local cuisine is provided as a part of the travel experience. Effort is made to provide at least one Indian meal each day, preferably dinner.

  • Q  What kind of clothing should the students carry for the journey?

    A  

    Depending on the location and time/season of travel, EdTerra will provide an exhaustive to-pack list, enabling students to pack appropriately for the journey.

  • Q  Will EdTerra facilitate the purchase of foreign currency and international SIM cards?

    A  

    EdTerra does not facilitate the purchase of foreign currency or international SIM cards. The same can be procured directly by the parents from any authorized foreign exchange agency or SIM provider.

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Australia: Wonder Down Under

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Principal, St. Columbas' School

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