ICOT1 & ICOT4:

Introducing Sydney

In this city sights tour by coach explore the vibrancy and style of cosmopolitan Sydney, one of the world's most beautiful harbour cities. Discover colonial buildings and cobbled lanes in The Rocks. Enjoy views of the Harbour Bridge and Opera House from Mrs Macquarie's Chair, a waterfront seat carved into the rock for the wife of visionary colonial governor, Lachlan Macquarie.

Travel through Sydney's fashionable eastern suburbs, renowned for their elegant homes and harbour vistas, on the way to world-famous Bondi Beach - a haven for surfers and sun lovers.

Includes private guide and coach transport.

Departure point: Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre.
Return point: Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre.

ICOT2:

Golf Tournament

The Lakes Golf Club, established in 1928, is one of Sydney's most prestigious private golf clubs. The Lakes has long been a major tournament venue having hosted many events including the Australian Open and Australian PGA. The course continues to maintain its reputation as a great challenge to any golfer. The golf course is renowned for its presentation and is generally regarded as one of the best wet weather courses in the region. The final nine holes bordering the Botany Aquifer and wetlands area, with an abundance of wild life, scenic views and a range of tempting golf shots, makes a round of golf at The Lakes a memorable experience.

Club rental - A$75.00 per set
Shoe hire - A$18.50 per person
Motorized Golf Cart - A$50.00 per cart
Pull cart - Complimentary

Includes return coach transfers, guide assistance, green fees for 18 holes, a light lunch for guests to take on the course including a non-alcoholic drink, and tournament organisation.

Departure point: Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre.
Return point: Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre.

Please click here to read The Lakes Golf Club dress code.

ICOT3 & ICOT10:

The Colonial Quarter Walking Tour

During this walking tour of Australia's oldest convict settlement - The Rocks, journey back to the 19th century when The Rocks was Sydney's colourful commercial and maritime quarter. This tour concludes at the Rocks where there is time at leisure to enjoy this historic precinct.

The tour covers approximately 2 kilometres/1.2 miles at a relaxed and easy pace, with consideration given to any participant's special needs. This leisurely stroll pauses often to take in many of the significant sites and to recount interesting facts about the area.

Includes a 1.5 hour public walking tour and knowledgeable guide.

Departure point: Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre.
Return Point: Transfers from Four Seasons back Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre are available up until 16.30 hours.

Transport will be provided as part of the Convention Shuttle transferring to and from The Rocks from the Four Seasons Hotel will be available until 16.30hrs.

ICOT5 & ICOT12:

Aboriginal Insights & Botanic Gardens

After arriving by coach to the Royal Botanic Gardens, experience the world's oldest living culture on a guided walking tour of the Gardens where the original inhabitants of Sydney gathered plants, seeds and roots for food and medicine. With an Aboriginal education officer, discover how Aborigines produced a honey drink from the Banksia, roasted seeds from the Moreton Bay Chestnut and made fishing line from the bark of the Bolwarra tree.

Includes private guide, coach transfers and a private 2 hour tour with Aboriginal guide of the Botanic Gardens.

Departure point: Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre.
Return point: Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre.

ICOT6 & ICOT7:

Discover Sydney Opera House

Designed by controversial Danish architect, Jøern Utzon, the Opera House is an icon of Australia - not just for its unique design and spectacular setting, but for the world class program of opera, ballet, contemporary dance, theatre and classical music. Tour the auditoriums and halls and discover the myths and magic of the Opera House and the artists who have performed there.

Following the guided tour of the Opera House, there is time at leisure to explore the building and surrounds at your leisure before the return transfer to the convention centre.

Includes private guide and coach transport, private guided Opera House tour.

Departure point: Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre.
Return point: Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre.

ICOT8 & ICOT13:

Australian Wildlife Discovery

Walk through a spacious, open koala enclosure and discover why the cuddly koala is one of the most unique and loved native Australian animals. The name is an Aboriginal word meaning "no water" - referring to the koala's ability to meet its moisture requirements from a diet of gum leaves.

Meet other native animals including emus, wallabies, wombats and echidnas - at one of Sydney's premier wildlife parks.

Includes private guide and coach transport, and entry to wildlife park.

Departure point: Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre.
Return point: Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre.

ICOT9 & ICOT14:

BridgeClimb

A$198.00 per person for Day Climb (approximately US$163.00)
A$258.00 per person for Twilight Climb (approximately US$213.00)
A$188.00 per person for Night Climb (approximately US$155.00)

A$128.00 per child for Day Climb (approximately US$107.00)
A$188.00 per child for Twilight Climb (approximately US$157.00)
A $118.00 per child for Night Climb (approximately US$98.00)
Child age 10 - 15 years. There must be one adult Climber per three Child Climbers.

Climbing the Sydney Harbour Bridge is an exhilarating experience. Rendezvous at the BridgeClimb office for a safety briefing and prepare for your 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.

BridgeClimb covers a distance of 1.74 kilometres/1.08 miles on the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Any person over 10 years of age who can sustain moderate physical exertion should find the Climb experience an exhilarating challenge.

Includes knowledgeable guided tour (non exclusive).

Departure point: Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre.
Return point: Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre.

Transport will be provided as apart of the Convention shuttle dropping off at the Shangri-La Hotel with a short walk up Cumberland street to the Bridgeclimb office. Transfers back to the Convention Centre from the Shangri-La Hotel will be available until 16:30hrs.

Please click here to read the terms and conditions prior to booking your Climb. Please note that full payment is required to make and confirm your booking.

BridgeClimb's depart every 15 minutes and are subject to availability at the time of booking. If you would prefer to book a BridgeClimb at an alternate time, please email the Tour Managers at lions2010@arinex.com.au and advise your preferred day & time and number of persons attending.

ICOT11 & ICOT16:

Blue Mountains Tour

A$150.00 per person (approximately US$124.00) - Lions special offer save up to $10.00 per person

Escape the city and travel west to the Blue Mountains - where the spectacular scenery of this majestic World Heritage listed area includes sandstone cliffs, gorges and valleys of eucalyptus trees. Discover the Aboriginal legend of the Three Sisters - giant sandstone rock formations in the Jamison Valley. Descend the world's steepest railway on a thrilling ride via rock tunnels to the fern-filled forest on the valley floor.

After lunch explore the quaint village of Leura, home to charming antique shops and boutiques.

The Blue Mountains is a 2 hour drive west of Sydney.

Includes private coach tour with knowledgeable guide, lunch with a glass of wine, beer or soft drink per person, and entry into Scenic World.

Departure point: Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre.
Return point: Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre.

ICOT20:

Tribal Warrior Cruise

A$60.00 per adult (approximately US$55.00)

Embark on a journey to discover the stories of the Eora, Gadigal, Guringai, Wangal, Gammeraigal and Wallumedegal people. Come ashore on an island in Sydney Harbour for an authentic Aboriginal cultural performance. Learn the Aboriginal names and meanings of significant Sydney landmarks and uncover traditional fishing methods and food gathering techniques.

Includes Aboriginal Cultural Cruise, Informative & entertaining commentary, Historical & cultural experience, Light refreshments, National Park Island visit.

Departure point: Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre.
Return point: Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre.

Transport will be provided as apart of the Convention Shuttle dropping off at the Four Seasons Hotel with a short walk to Circular Quay to board the vessel. Transfers back to the Convention Centre from the Four Seasons will be available until 16:30hrs.

ICOT15:

Hunter Valley Wine Tour

Travel inland to the picturesque Hunter Valley - Australia's premier wine region. Tour a large established winery and a smaller boutique vineyard with experts who explain the wine-making process from vine to bottle. Savour award-winning Hunter classics including Chardonnay, Semillon and Shiraz varieties.

Enjoy a delicious lunch, stroll through sun-kissed vineyards and learn why Hunter Valley wines are receiving worldwide acclaim on this very relaxing full day tour.

The Hunter Valley is a 2 hour drive north of Sydney.

Includes private coach tour with knowledgeable guide, lunch with a glass of wine per perons and wine tastings.

Departure point: Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre.
Return point: Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre.

ICOT17:

Australian Bush & Beaches

Discover where Sydneysiders escape to when they need to recharge their batteries. North of the harbour you'll find kilometres of golden beaches, untamed bushland and the beauty of the Hawkesbury River. After cruising the river aboard a local ferry, the group will enjoy a relaxing lunch in idyllic surrounds.

Travel through Ku-ring-gai National Park and along the coastal road with sweeping vistas of Sydney's best surf beaches. On route back to the city, stop at the vibrant beach resort of Manly and enjoy dramatic views from North Head of the harbour entrance and city skyline.

Includes private coach transport and guide, public ferry ride on Pittwater, lunch with a glass of wine per person.

Departure point: Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre.
Return point: Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre.

ICOT18:

Sydney Harbour Coffee Cruise

A Sydney institution, the Captain Cook Main and Middle Harbour Coffee Cruise departs daily from Sydney's centrally located Circular Quay at both 10:00am and 2:15pm. 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.

Includes a light morning or afternoon tea and live English speaking commentary.

Departure point: Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre.
Return point: Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre.

Transport will be provided as apart of the Convention Shuttle dropping off at the Four Seasons Hotel with a short walk to Circular Quay to board the vessel. Transfers back to the Convention Centre from the Four Seasons will be available until 16:30hrs.

ICOT19:

Sydney Attractions Pass

Great for families or anyone wanting to see the best Sydney has to offer, this pass include entry to Sydney Aquarium, Sydney Wildlife World and Sydney Tower and OzTrek, an amazing virtual reality ride across Australia. See over 11,500 Australian aquatic animals at the Sydney Aquarium, visit Australia's wildest new attraction Sydney Wildlife World which showcases Australia's unique and bizarre flora and fauna, and enjoy some of Sydney's best views from Sydney Tower, the tallest building in Sydney.

Lions special offer - by purchasing the combined pass Lions save $20 per adult and $10 per child to access these fantastic attractions.

Includes entry pass only and guests would be required to make their own way to and from these attractions. As entry to these attractions can be at any time during the Convention, transport is not provided. Guests need to collect a voucher from the Convention Tours Desk prior to visiting the attractions for entry.

ICOS1:

A Night at Sydney Opera House - Opera Australia presents "A Little Night Music"

The deliciously sophisticated A Little Night Music is set in Sweden at the end of the nineteenth century. Three generations gather for a weekend in the country. It is midsummer, and the birch trees are suffused with the glow of a sun which never quite sets. As the husbands, wives, sons and lovers waltz through the golden night, they make life-changing discoveries about others and themselves.

Australia's own Sigrid Thornton, as Desirée Armfeldt, sings the show's biggest hit, 'Send in the Clowns'. Although this unforgettable number was made famous by the likes of Frank Sinatra and Judy Collins it was written not for a singer but for an actress. Full of wise questions - isn't it rich? Are we a pair? - and poignant answers - well maybe, next year - it is the dramatic turning point of a musical which mixes action, words and music in equal parts.

Performed in English.
Running time: approximately two hours and forty minutes including one twenty-minute interval.

Premium, A and B Reserve tickets will be offered. Transport to and from the Opera House will be provided from designated points in the city centre and will be advised to attendees prior to the day.

ICOS2:

Lions Sydney Harbour Dinner Cruise

No visit to this vibrant city is complete without a dinner cruise on Sydney Harbour. This evening promises stunning views of the harbour aboard one of Sydney's finest vessels. Enjoy a spectacular night of contemporary Australian cuisine against the glittering backdrop of Sydney by night.

Captain Cook Cruises offer the ultimate in Harbour dining and guests will sample fresh Australian cuisine, wines and beverages.

Includes 3 hour dinner cruise, 2 course buffet dinner, 3 hour beverage package including beer, wine and soft drinks, table linen, soft background music and service crew.

Departure Point: Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre with return coach transfers being provided to designated points in the city centre and will be advised to the attendees prior to the day.