12 Days Australia Superior – Sydney, Melbourne, Uluru, & Great Barrier Reef

Start your holiday in the beautiful city of Sydney on Australia’s east coast. On arrival you’ll be transferred to your accommodation and have the rest of the afternoon to relax or explore on foot.

Depart your hotel for an unforgettable Panoramic Sydney half day city sights tour with Mount ‘N Beach Safaris/ AEA Luxury Tours. On tour you will visit the historic Rocks area and hear of early convict history. Continue through the financially focused Central Business District (CBD), and Macquarie Street. Marvel at 18th century sandstone architecture such as NSW Parliament House, Rum Hospital, Hyde Park Barracks, and St Mary’s Cathedral. You will continue to Mrs Macquaries Point, to enjoy magnificent views of the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge.

Continue through Sydneys Eastern Suburbs, home to the rich and famous. Travelling along the coves and shores of one of the world’s most impressive harbours, you will take a few stops for photo opportunities, including a panoramic photo of Sydney skyline. You will pass through areas such as Kings Cross, Double Bay, Rose Bay before arriving at Watsons Bay, passengers will have the option a short coastal walk with views of the South Pacific Ocean and the entrance to Sydney harbour.

Travel on to famous Bondi Beach for a 30-minute stop. Visit the beachfront promenade, put your toes in the sand, enjoy a coffee or cool drink (at own cost). See bronzed Aussie lifesavers and surfers riding the waves of Bondi. Re-board your bus and continue to Tamarama and Bronte beaches before returning to the city via Centennial Park and Paddington, a trendy district with its elegant terrace houses and boutique shops along Oxford Street.

Arrive at Circular Quay for your Sydney Harbour lunch cruise. Departing from the Eastern Pontoon @ 12 noon you will spend 2 relaxing hours discovering the secrets of one of the world’s most famous and spectacular natural harbours including icons such as Sydney Harbour Bridge, the Opera House, Sydney Botanical Gardens and more. A chance to see the city from a new perspective and marvel at the sights that decorate its coastline. Learn something new about Sydney, its history and about each of the sights that you can see from the deck. Included is an expansive fresh buffet including seafood and beverages are also included.

Your cruise concludes at 2.15pm at Circular Quay and on arrival, make your way at leisure back to your hotel.

*Itinerary is subject to change.

The Blue Mountains National Park is one of seven national parks that make up the Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage Area. This wonderland of sandstone outcrops, deep ravines and hazy blue eucalypt forests boasts luxury retreats and stunning views. Today your guide will take you off the beaten track to visit remote lookout locations and discuss the history, flora, and fauna of this magnificent region.

Depart from the hotel with Mount ‘N Beach Safaris/AEA Luxury Tours with your first stop of the day at Calmsley Hill, a working farm also home to Kangaroos, Emus, Wombats and Koalas. Enjoy morning tea and time to wander at leisure.

From Calmsley Hill, continue to ascend the Blue Mountains via the highway. Visit one of a range of stunning outlooks of the Jamison Valley seeing beautiful vistas. Where possible this will be away from the crowds of tours that visit the mountains each day with other operators, thus guests will enjoy a stress and hurry free environment taking in the views and information imparted by their guide.

Continuing, you will arrive at Eaglehawk Lookout, a remote lookout points away from the crowds for views of the famous Three Sisters. Whilst the Blue Mountains features so much more than this natural attraction you can’t help but admire the unquestionable beauty of this amazing rock formation. The character of the Three Sisters changes throughout the day and throughout the seasons as the sunlight brings out the magnificent colours. Here your guide will discuss the legends behind this famous rock formation and time available for you to take some great photos.

Make your way around the mountain towards the village of Blackheath and your lunch venue, the Hydro Majestic. Here in this relaxed venue with stunning views. Enjoy a 2-course lunch with One NON – Alcoholic Beverage Per person. All diets are catered for (excluding Kosher Meals). Additional Beverages can be purchased at your own expense from the Bar.

The afternoon is spent visiting a selection of lookouts. When you lay your eyes on the view from Govetts Leap, you’ll understand why it’s considered one of the most iconic lookouts in Australia. The magnificent waterfall drops a whopping 180m to the base of the cliff and the lookout provides sweeping views down the valley to the Grose Wilderness. Stop at the delightful Blue Mountains Botanic Garden, where you enjoy the sweeping views across to Sydney before travelling down the Bells Line of Road and its fruit orchard industry. Arrive back at your hotel approximately 4.30 – 5.00pm.

Note: Itinerary may change slightly depending on weather conditions.

Private Transfer – City Hotel to Sydney Airport
by Star Alliance Limousines

Welcome to Melbourne

Melbourne, the capital of Victoria and a cultural hub, is renowned for its vibrant lifestyle, encompassing fashion, food, entertainment, and sport. This stylish city boasts remarkable architecture, iconic trams, theatres, and art. Discover Melbourne’s diverse precincts, hidden treasures in its famous lanes, and historic arcades. Enjoy various activities along the Yarra River. Known as a trendsetter, Melbourne offers premier shopping, nightlife, and a continuous lineup of film and food festivals. The city also features cutting-edge design, major art exhibitions, and musical events, making it one of Australia’s most dynamic and exciting destinations.

Lanes and Arcades Walk (L&A_WL)
by Hidden Secrets Tours

Step into the enchanting laneways and hidden corners of Melbourne with Hidden Secret Tours, guided by passionate local hosts. Embrace the city’s unique blend of history, culture, and creativity where every turn reveals something new. Whether you’re a curious visitor or a seasoned local, this tour offers a fresh perspective and a deeper connection to Melbourne’s soul. Spend a few leisurely hours with the tour and discover the magic of Melbourne. Finish with a one course lunch and a glass of local wine in a Melbourne hotspot (unaccompanied).

Includes:
Professional guide, drink (non-alcoholic), chocolate tasting, lunch with a glass of wine/alternative drink, map, and information.

Great Ocean Road Tour (M2)
by Oceania Tours & Safaris

Experience this majestic coastal drive in style with your Oceania Tours and Safaris small group and enjoy time to relax and fully appreciate the wonders of this world-famous touring route. Stay on the lookout for some very special animals including koalas and kangaroos. Your camera will get a good workout along this exciting journey where we will stop for plenty of photo opportunities. To begin, your expert Oceania Guide will collect you from your Melbourne hotel to commence your exciting road trip. Your next stop will be at Apollo Bay, a tranquil seaside town which is most noteworthy for its setting among the soft rolling hills. It offers a great selection of cafes and restaurants where you can enjoy some lunch (not included). Following this, we will enjoy a walk in the forest in the Otway Ranges. A truly unique day out, capped off by a visit to the ancient rock formations of the Twelve Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge. Finally, your Oceania guide will transfer you back to the comfort of your hotel in Melbourne.

Includes:
Small group touring, return hotel transfers, expert local guide commentary and national park fee

Not included: lunch (may be included at an extra cost)

Private Transfer – City Hotel to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport by Limocentral

Welcome To Uluru

In Australia’s Red Centre lies the spectacular Uluṟu-Kata Tjuṯa National Park. Home to many ancient wonders, the park is most famous for the enormous monoliths it’s named after. Uluru and Kata Tjuta rise from the earth in all their red glory just 30 kilometres from each other. Measuring 348 metres high and 9.4 kilometres in circumference, Uluru is the largest sandstone monolith in the world, while Kata Tjuta is made up of 36 giant domes spread over more than 20 kilometres. Both sites remain deeply spiritual and sacred to the local Anangu people, who have lived here for more 22,000 years.

SEIT Kata Tjuta Domes (SKD) – Afternoon Tour
by SEIT Outback Australia

Walk through the windy Walpa Gorge where thirty-six giant domes (The Olgas) tower above. Covered by sea 500 million years ago, soft rock eroded away as Kata Tjuta remained. Kata Tjuta means ‘many heads’ in local Pitjantjatjara Aboriginal language, and is a sacred site to the male Anangu Aboriginal people. The tour ends back at the hotel.

Note: During summer (December–March) the itinerary may change due to extreme heat. Instead of walking through Walpa Gorge, stops are made at the Southern Dune Viewing Platform for panoramic views of Kata Tjuta and Uluru in the distance. A stop is then made at the Western lookout, where you’ll travel closer to Kata Tjuta. Finally, a short drive is taken on the famous Great Central Road to the western boundary of the National Park.

Includes:
SEIT professional guide, return hotel transfers from Ayers Rock resort and water refill. (Guests bring own bottled water initially.)

SEIT Uluru Highlights at Sunrise (SUH) – Morning Tour by SEIT Outback Australia

As you travel towards Uluru, its vast shape rises from the sand dunes in the early dawn light highlighting its presence in this country. Your SEIT Outback Australia guide will take you to a special location to watch the sun rise over this amazing monolith and enjoy an outback picnic breakfast. You will visit Mutijulu Waterhole on the Kuniya Walk and learn the Creation stories of Liru (poisonous snake) and Kuniya (python). After this short walk you will drive around the base of Uluru before returning to the resort.

Includes:
SEIT professional guide, outback light picnic breakfast, refill water at filtered drinking water stations at no extra cost (Guests to bring own bottled water initially) and return hotel transfers.

Sounds of Silence Dinner
by Voyages Indigenous Tourism Australia

At the Sounds of Silence experience you can dine under the canopy of the desert night, while your very own storyteller shares tales as told in the stars. Entered into the Australian Tourism Hall of Fame, Sounds of Silence offers the best of the Red Centre distilled into four magical hours. An evening of dining under the sparkling outback sky.
Your Sounds of Silence experience begins with canapés and chilled sparkling wine served on a viewing platform overlooking the Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. As the sun sets and darkness falls, listen to the sound of a didgeridoo and join your table for an unforgettable dining experience. The attentive staff will keep your glass full with a quality selection of Australian wine and beer while first course is served. As the night sky twinkles to life, help yourself to a bush tucker inspired buffet that incorporates native bush ingredients such as crocodile, kangaroo, barramundi and quandong.
Settle back and listen to the resident star talker decode the southern night sky. Locate the Southern Cross, the signs of the zodiac, the Milky Way, as well as planets and galaxies that are visible due to the exceptional clarity of the atmosphere. After dinner, enjoy dessert with a glass of port, tea or coffee.

Includes:
Outback style canapés, beer, wine and non-alcoholic drinks, 3 course bush tucker inspired buffet (vegetarian options available with prior notice), tea, coffee and port, a guided tour of the night sky, didgeridoo performance, return transfers from your voyages Ayers Rock resort accommodation

Private Transfer – Airport or City to Port Douglas
by Exemplar Coaches & Limousines

Welcome to Port Douglas

Nestled beside the sparkling waters of Dickson Inlet and the rolling waves of the Coral Sea, Port Douglas has developed into one of Tropical North Queensland’s most sophisticated, stylish seaside villages while still retaining a relaxed ambience. Once a quiet fishing village, it is now a base for reef trips and rainforest tours. Shop until you drop, stroll amongst art galleries, play golf or explore the many dining options.

Daintree Cape Tribulation 4WD Bloomfield Track(DCT) by Billy Tea Safaris

Your day begins with being met by Billy Tea Safaris’ friendly guide at your accommodation. We drive north along the magnificent scenic coastal route along the Captain Cook Highway learning about the history of the area and admiring spectacular views of the coastline and the azure waters of the Coral Sea.
Enjoy an informative guided one hour River Cruise on the Daintree River. Spot and learn about estuarine crocodiles, mangrove forests and endemic wildlife, this is nature at its best!
Light morning tea of tea, coffee and biscuits provided. Your experienced guide will take you on a wonderful drive through the ancient Daintree Rainforest whilst giving you an interpretation of flora, fauna and local history. Stroll along the beach with your guide and take in the sites of where the ‘Rainforest meets the Reef’.
Enjoy a delicious lunch with your fellow travellers in the heart of the Daintree Rainforest and then a delicious tropical fruit ice-cream locally grown in the Daintree Rainforest.
Guided rainforest walk on a selection of trails and elevated boardwalks (easy grade). Visit the Mossman River Lookout and Suspension Bridge and enjoy an invigorating freshwater swim (subject to river conditions).

PLEASE NOTE: Itinerary subject to change based on conditions. Access to Mount Alexandra lookout is temporarily closed. Landslides on the Noah Range
are currently preventing road access to Cape Tribulation Beach and the 4WD section of the tour along the Bloomfield Track to Emmagen
Creek. The revised itinerary includes alternate beach walk and rainforest swim locations.
It is important to note, visitors in hire cars are not currently permitted across the Daintree Ferry without holding an accommodation or activity booking north of the river, however our Daintree Tour provides certainty of access.

Includes:
Daintree River cruise, morning tea, lunch, tropical fruit ice-cream, national park fees.

Outer Barrier Reef – Snorkelling
by Silversonic

Silversonic, an ultra modern 29 meter catamaran lets you explore the outer edge reef locations at Agincourt ribbon reef in superb style and comfort. Cruising on the fastest vessel to the reef, you’ll enjoy over 5 hours exploring the delights of this underwater world. Silversonic’s ride control system ensures your trip is super smooth, even when travelling at speeds of up to 32 knots. At Agincourt ribbon reef, you have access to exclusive dive and snorkel sites, Visiting 3 different sites so you can choose 3 certified dives 2 introductory dives or 3 different adventure snorkel locations. The cruise includes morning and afternoon tea and lunch.

Includes:
Return coach transfers from Port Douglas accommodation, morning and afternoon teas, a hot and cold buffet lunch, snorkel equipment and Lycra suits, EMC (environmental management charge)

Today is your last day on this epic holiday package of Australia. Check out of your hotel before being transferred to Cairns Airport for your next adventure.