Australian Highlights

Overview

Experience the best of Australia with this immersive group tour, exploring outback life, Aboriginal culture, and native wildlife. Witness the stunning sunrise and sunset over Uluru, cruise to the Great Barrier Reef, and discover the vibrant cities of Melbourne and Sydney.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive in Melbourne

• Transfer to Crowne Plaza for a 3-night stay.
• Evening welcome dinner aboard the Colonial Tramcar Restaurant. (D)

Day 2: Melbourne

• Morning: Walking tour through Melbourne’s laneways, arcades, and café culture.
• Afternoon: Leisure time to explore the city. (B)

Day 3: Melbourne

• Full day at leisure.
• Optional excursions (available locally):
  • Yarra Valley wine region
  • Mornington Peninsula
  • Phillip Island (penguin parade)
  • Great Ocean Road (B)

Day 4: Fly to Alice Springs

• Visit:
  • School of the Air
  • Royal Flying Doctor Service
  • Historic Telegraph Station
• Overnight at Mercure Alice Springs Resort.
• Evening barbecue dinner at Earth Sanctuary Nature Centre. (B, D)

Day 5: Alice Springs → Uluru

• Scenic drive to Uluru via the MacDonnell and James Ranges.
• En route: View Attila (Mount Conner).
• Check-in for 2 nights at Desert Gardens Hotel.
• Evening: Sunset viewing at Uluru. (B)

Day 6: Uluru & Kata Tjuta

• Morning: Sunrise tour of Uluru with Aboriginal cultural insights.
• Afternoon: Visit Kata Tjuta rock formations, walk along the creek bed, and enjoy a sunset with sparkling wine. (B)

Day 7: Fly to Cairns

• Join a local artist for an introduction to Western Desert Indigenous Art.
• Afternoon flight to Cairns.
• Transfer to Hilton Cairns for a 3-night stay. (B)

Day 8: Cairns

• Day at leisure. Optional activities (bookable locally):
  • Hot air balloon ride over Atherton Tablelands
  • Visit to Kuranda mountain retreat (B)

Day 9: Great Barrier Reef

• Full-day catamaran cruise to the Great Barrier Reef.
• Activities include:
  • Snorkeling
  • Viewing the reef from a semi-submersible
• Meals included: Lunch & dinner onboard. (B, L, D)

Day 10: Cairns → Fly to Sydney

• Morning: Visit Cairns Wildlife Dome to see native wildlife.
• Afternoon: Flight to Sydney.
• Transfer to InterContinental Sydney for a 3-night stay. (B)

Day 11: Sydney

• Morning: Guided city tour, including:
  • Sydney Opera House
  • Eastern Suburbs & Bondi Beach
• Afternoon: Sydney Harbour cruise with lunch. Leisure time afterward. (B, L)

Day 12: Sydney

• Day at leisure. Optional excursions (bookable locally):
  • Blue Mountains
  • Hunter Valley wineries
• Evening: Farewell dinner. (B, D)

Day 13: Departure

• Transfer to the airport for onward travel. (B)

Key

• (B) – Breakfast
• (L) – Lunch
• (D) – Dinner

This itinerary offers a blend of adventure, cultural experiences, and relaxation, ensuring an unforgettable journey through Australia. 🚀🇦🇺