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5th SETAC World Congress
3 - 7 August 2008
Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre, Sydney Australia
Protecting our Global Environment
Optional Tour Program
Main and Middle Harbour Coffee Cruise
Cruise departs daily at 10:00hrs or 14:15hrs
Cost: $47 per person (non-exclusive tour)
The Captain Cook Main and Middle Harbour Coffee Cruise is a great way to see Sydney. Onboard, take in all the splendid Harbour attractions including the Opera House, Harbour Bridge and Fort Denison. This award-winning cruise also explores the upper reaches of Middle Harbour with its natural parklands, inner harbour beaches, marinas and waterfront homes. Cruise duration: 2 hours and 20 minutes.
Participants are required to make their own way to Jetty 6 at Circular Quay (Circular Quay is walking distance or a short taxi ride from Sydney CBD hotels).
BridgeClimb
Date: Wednesday 6 August 2008
Climb Time: 1025 hrs (allow 3 hrs)
Cost: A$179.00 per person (nonexclusive
tour)
OR
Date: Thursday 7 August 2008
Climb Time: 1355 hrs (allow 3 hrs)
Cost: A$179.00 per person (nonexclusive
tour)
Climbing the Sydney Harbour Bridge is an exhilarating experience. Rendezvous at the BridgeClimb office for a safety briefing and prepare for your 3 hour adventure! Accompanied by an experienced leader your small team will cross the catwalk to the pylon and walk up to the summit of the Bridge's upper arch - 130 metres above sea level. Harnessed to a static line for the duration of the climb, be treated to spectacular 360-degree views across one of the greatest harbours in the world.
Participants are required to make their own way to the BridgeClimb office 15 mins prior to climb times. Directions will be provided at the time of booking. BridgeClimb is available on other dates and at other times through the Congress. Please contact the Congress Managers should you wish to arrange an alternative time.
Sydney Opera House Tour
Date: Tuesday 5 August 2008
Approx. Time: 1300 hrs - 1400 hrs
Cost: A$35.00 per person (nonexclusive
tour)
Minimum numbers apply
Designed by controversial Danish architect, Jørn Utzon, the Opera House is known for its unique design and spectacular setting and for the world class program of opera, ballet, contemporary dance, theatre and classical music. Enjoy a 1 hour behind the scenes tour of this world famous cultural building.
Your guide will bring to life the stories and secrets behind this international landmark. See inside the major theatres and halls, where some 2,500 events and performances are staged each year and learn what's on during your stay. Note: The duration of this tour is 1 hour. There are approximately 200 steps on this tour.
Participants are required to make their own way to the Sydney Opera House office. Directions will be provided at the time of booking.
A Night at the Opera - Don Giovanni
Date: Thursday, 7th August 2008
Time: 1930 hours
Cost: A$240.00 per ticket per person (Premium Reserve Seating)
A$190.00 per ticket per person (A Reserve Seating)
Welcome to Mozart's timeless tale of the world's most legendary lover in the last days of his life. The irresistible scoundrel is having a bad time of it: he is rejected by all the women he tries to seduce and at the very end must confront his darkest fears, as the spirit of a man he once killed comes back to claim his revenge.
Performed in Italian with sub-titles. Running time: 3 hours including one 20 minute interval.
Participants are required to make their own way to the Sydney Opera House. Directions will be provided at the time of booking.
Self Guided Walks of the Botanical Gardens
Cost: N/A
If you are more of the independent type and enjoy a leisurely stroll, then a self-guided tour is just what you need.
There are several tours to choose from:
- Heritage Walk
- Sculpture Walk - see Art in the Royal Botanic Gardens & Domain
- Aboriginal Walk
- Discovering the Domain Walk
For further information, please visit the RBG website: www.rbgsyd.nsw.gov.au/royal_botanic_gardens/tours_education/self-guided_tours