Discover the diversity of Australia–the people, plants, and animals. On this smallest, most temperate of continents, where flora and fauna are both diverse and unique, and native Aboriginal culture blends European with Asian counterparts, participants explore the richness of a world apart. Within just the geographic region of Victoria and Queensland can be found over a dozen very distinctive and unique ecosystems and cultures. Explore the cities of Cairns and Melbourne as well as the rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef, to gain a unique perspective on the world in all its variety.
Program Package
- Accommodations
- Course-related activities and entrances fees
- Some minor additional course fees may apply. See our cost calculator.
- Additional cultural program excursions
- Health and emergency evacuation insurance* (International Programs Only)
- On-Site Director's and staff on-site 24/7
Participants will stay the first seven nights at Pacific Hotel Cairns, located on the Esplanade overlooking Trinity Harbour. The Esplanade Lagoon and Parklands, the Sea Port, the Reef Fleet Terminal, Reef Casino, art galleries, shopping and dining are situated right at the hotel’s front door. All rooms and suites feature balconies with superb views of the harbour and parklands. Enjoy the hotel's Bushfire Restaurant and Sugarcane Rhumbar which complete the picture of a boutique style hotel.
The last five nights will be spent at Travelodge Hotel Melbourne Southbank, located in Southbank, 600 metres from the Southbank Promenade on the Yarra River, 600 metres from Flinders Station Train Station and 900 metres from Bourke Street Mall. It is within easy walking distance to restaurants and cafes, impressive shopping, renowned art galleries and the Crown Entertainment Complex. The hotel offers comfortable and modern rooms with kitchenettes.
A hot breakfast buffet is provided daily.
Steven Guns
On-Site Director
Steven is the Senior Education Abroad Advisor at Murray State University and has been directing programs with CCSA since 2012. London is his favorite place to be and he loves to share the magic of the city with others. As a student Steven studied abroad in Spain and South Korea. He received his bachelor of arts from the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee and his masters of science in international education administration/college student personnel from Murray State University. His professional background is in university housing and education abroad. Steven has made accessible study abroad a focus, working on multiple programs designed for students with disabilities and has led student groups to Australia, Canada, England, France, Ireland, the Netherlands, and South Korea.
Group Travel Required
Travel together with faculty, staff and other participants from your CCSA program with our group travel. CCSA will purchase a airline ticket from select U.S. cities on your behalf. The airline cost will be included in your final bill from CCSA. In addition to the flight, you will also receive transport to/from the accommodation in the destination city and the airport.
You can check our currently available departure cities on our departures page CCSA highly recommends this option for those new to international travel.
Includes:- roundtrip air transportation from one of CCSA's designated U.S. departure cities.
- roundtrip ground transportation between airport and the accommodation site.
- CCSA faculty and staff to guide you through the immigration and customs process.
Visas
Not required for U.S. citizens for less than a 3-month stay. Non-U.S. citizens are responsible for obtaining a visa as needed.
December 26, 2022 —January 09, 2023
Base Price
$3,689
Estimated Airfare
$3,099 - $3,299
(estimated additional cost based on recent airline prices)
Payment Process
See our payments page
Enrollment Status: CLOSED
Regular Application Deadline
October 28, 2022
App Fee Currently $250
