The Wonders of Australia

Overview

This epic tour will introduce you to Australia’s iconic cities, most famous landmarks, and diverse natural wonders.

Highlights

• Return flights from Heathrow with Qantas via Singapore
• 27 nights in 3 and 4-star hotels, plus 2 nights in flight
• 13 meals: 9 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 1 dinner, and a welcome drink
• Travelsphere Tour Manager, overseas transfers, other transportation, and porterage

Itinerary

Days 1-2: UK – Perth

Depart on your scheduled flight to Perth.

Day 3: Perth

Arrival and hotel transfer. Enjoy a half-day tour of the city, including uncrowded beaches and lush parks. Optional afternoon tour: Swan River cruise to Fremantle, with its historic markets and Cappuccino Strip.

Day 4: Perth (Leisure)

Explore Perth’s attractions at your own pace. Optional: Excursion to Rottnest Island, home to quokkas and pristine beaches.

Day 5: Perth (Leisure)

Another day to explore Perth at your own pace, with options like bush walking trails or botanical gardens.

Day 6: Perth – Adelaide

Flight to Adelaide and orientation tour. Optional: Thrilling Roof Climb at Adelaide Oval for panoramic city views.

Day 7: Adelaide – Kangaroo Island

Take the ferry to Kangaroo Island, a nature-lovers’ paradise with wildlife like kangaroos, wallabies, and koalas. Explore sandy beaches, sea lions, and native flora unique to the island.

Day 8: Kangaroo Island – Adelaide

Continue exploring Kangaroo Island, including Flinders Chase National Park, Admirals Arch, and Remarkable Rocks. Visit Hanson Bay Wildlife Sanctuary and Kangaroo Island Wildlife Park before returning to Adelaide.

Day 9: Adelaide – Warrnambool

Travel along the Great Ocean Road to Warrnambool, enjoying stunning coastal views along the way.

Day 10: Warrnambool – Melbourne

Continue along the Great Ocean Road to Melbourne. Highlights include the Twelve Apostles, the Arch, and dramatic rock formations.

Day 11: Melbourne

Discover Melbourne on a city tour, including Federation Square, Fitzroy Gardens, and the Grand Prix Circuit.

Day 12: Melbourne (Leisure)

Spend the day at leisure, or join an optional excursion to Phillip Island for the enchanting penguin parade.

Day 13: Melbourne – Sydney

Fly to Sydney, where your tour includes Bondi Beach, Darling Harbour, Hyde Park, and Mrs Macquarie’s Chair. Optional: Twilight dinner cruise aboard a timber tall ship.

Day 14: Sydney (Leisure)

Spend the day exploring Sydney or join an optional Sydney Harbour cruise or helicopter tour.

Day 15: Sydney (Leisure)

Another day to explore at your own pace or take an optional trip to the Blue Mountains and Scenic World.

Day 16: Sydney – Uluru

Fly to Uluru, a sacred Aboriginal site, for a sunset viewing with cocktails.

Day 17: Uluru – Alice Springs

Witness sunrise at Uluru, explore Aboriginal rock art, and visit Kata Tjuta. Travel to Alice Springs for a bush barbecue under the stars.

Day 18: Alice Springs (Leisure)

Spend the day as you wish or join an optional excursion to the Western MacDonnell Ranges.

Day 19: Alice Springs – Darwin

Tour the Flying Doctor Base, Telegraph Station, and School of the Air before flying to Darwin.

Day 20: Darwin – Kakadu National Park

Explore Kakadu National Park, famed for its Aboriginal rock art and stunning scenery.

Day 21: Kakadu National Park – Katherine

Visit Nourlangie Rock and enjoy a Yellow Water Lagoon wildlife cruise before heading to Katherine.

Day 22: Katherine – Darwin

Cruise through Katherine Gorge, learning about the area’s history, geology, and Aboriginal art.

Day 23: Darwin – Port Douglas

Fly to Cairns and transfer to Port Douglas, a tropical resort and gateway to the Great Barrier Reef.

Day 24: Great Barrier Reef

Take a catamaran to the outer reef, with snorkelling, semi-submersible tours, and an underwater observatory.

Day 25: Port Douglas (Leisure)

Relax or join an optional Kuranda Railway excursion, including the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway.

Day 26: Port Douglas (Leisure)

Another day to relax or join an optional trip to Daintree Rainforest, including a crocodile cruise.

Day 27: Port Douglas – Brisbane

Fly to Brisbane, explore the bustling city, and enjoy views of the Story Bridge or a rooftop bar.

Day 28: Brisbane (Leisure)

Spend the day at leisure or join an optional North Stradbroke Island excursion for beaches and wildlife.

Day 29-30: Brisbane – UK

Fly back to the UK, arriving home on Day 30.