What should I do if I experience issues at the airport?

In case of any issues upon arrival, please refer to the contacts provided in your trip documents for immediate assistance.

Are airport transfers included in the package?

Yes, complimentary airport transfers are included. You will receive detailed information regarding your pick-up arrangements.

Can I travel alone on this tour?

Yes, solo travelers are welcome on the tour. However, single supplements may apply to secure a private room.

What are the visa requirements for Australia?

A visa is required to enter Australia. Be sure to apply online ahead of your travel dates.

What is the departure schedule for my tour?

This guided holiday starts at 3pm in Melbourne at the Crowne Plaza. Flights should arrive prior to 12pm on the first day.

What happens if I need to make changes to my booking?

For changes, please follow the outlined procedure for updates through our customer support portal.

What is an addition cost mean

This trip has additional costs due to Internal Flights included to the trip which is added to the invoice quote in the dashboard. The price added is for the internal flight and air tax for the flight.

What accommodations can I expect?

Accommodations are generally premium hotels, ensuring comfort during your stay. Please review the itinerary for specific details.

what is the additonal upfront costs

Guaranteed Single room (no roommate): $6040.00 USD, Twin Share room (possible roommate): $4650.00 USD, pricing includes internal flights. International flights to be booked separately. Within 90 days of departure, full cost will be due to confirm tour.

Is there any availability for the trip on 27th of March 2025?

There is availability for 2025 but needs a minimum passenger number to become a guaranteed departure. The rate in a single room is 5,210 EUR, a twin share is 3,925 EUR. Internal flights through us are mandatory at 755 EUR.

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Itinerary

Intro
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Day 1
Melbourne
Melbourne
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Dinner (Dinner at a popular restaurant at South Wharf)
Accommodation
Hotel (Crowne Plaza Hotel Melbourne)
Landmarks
Yarra River
South Wharf
Day 2
Melbourne
Melbourne
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Crowne Plaza Hotel Melbourne)
Included Activities
- Guided walk through Melbourne's lanes, arcades, and café society
- MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience tour and walk at Koorie Heritage Trust Gallery
Optional Activities
- Penguin Parade at Phillip Island
Landmarks
Koorie Heritage Trust Gallery
Phillip Island
Day 3
Melbourne to Cairns
Melbourne to Cairns
Meals
Breakfast (Boxed breakfast (if departing on early flight from Melbourne))
Accommodation
Hotel (Hilton Hotel Cairns)
Included Activities
- Cruise at Hartley's Crocodile Adventures
- MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience - Hands-On Tree Planting Activity with Rainforest Rescue in Notophyll Vine Forest
Landmarks
Hartley's Crocodile Adventures
Notophyll Vine Forest
Day 4
Cairns - Great Barrier Reef
Cairns - Great Barrier Reef
Meals
Lunch (Buffet lunch on board), Snack (Afternoon tea and coffee)
Accommodation
Hotel (Hilton Hotel Cairns)
Included Activities
- Full day exploration of Great Barrier Reef via high-speed catamaran
- Snorkeling at Great Barrier Reef (equipment provided) or semi-submersible craft with underwater observatory
- Local guide commentary on reef, fish, and plants
Landmarks
Great Barrier Reef
Day 5
Cairns
Cairns
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner at a restaurant on the Cairns waterfront)
Accommodation
Hotel (Hilton Hotel Cairns)
Optional Activities
- Skyrail Rainforest Cableway to Kuranda with Kuranda Scenic Railway return journey
Landmarks
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
Kuranda
Kuranda Scenic Railway
Day 6
Cairns to Sydney
Cairns to Sydney
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Sofitel Wentworth Hotel Sydney)
Landmarks
Mrs. Macquarie's Chair
Sydney Modern Art Gallery
Day 7
Sydney
Sydney
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Be My Guest Lunch at Bondi RSL Club with views across Bondi Beach and Pacific Ocean)
Accommodation
Hotel (Sofitel Wentworth Hotel Sydney)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Sydney Opera House
- Behind-the-scenes tour of Bondi Surf Life Saving Club
- Be My Guest Lunch at Bondi RSL Club
- Sydney Harbour cruise including views of Opera House, Circular Quay, Shark Island, mansions, beaches, parks, and Sydney Harbour Bridge
Landmarks
Sydney Opera House
Bondi Beach
Bondi Surf Life Saving Club
Circular Quay
Shark Island
Sydney Harbour Bridge
Day 8
Sydney
Sydney
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (Sofitel Wentworth Hotel Sydney)
Optional Activities
- Three Sisters in the Blue Mountains
- Sydney Harbour Bridge climb
Landmarks
Three Sisters
Blue Mountains
Day 9
Sydney
Sydney
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Breakfast

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Yarra River
South Wharf

Landmarks
Koorie Heritage Trust Gallery
Phillip Island

Landmarks
Hartley's Crocodile Adventures
Notophyll Vine Forest

Landmarks
Great Barrier Reef

Landmarks
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
Kuranda
Kuranda Scenic Railway

Landmarks
Mrs. Macquarie's Chair
Sydney Modern Art Gallery

Landmarks
Sydney Opera House
Bondi Beach
Bondi Surf Life Saving Club
Circular Quay
Shark Island
Sydney Harbour Bridge

Landmarks
Three Sisters
Blue Mountains

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Where You'll Stay

Crowne Plaza Hotel Melbourne
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Hilton Hotel Cairns
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Sofitel Wentworth Hotel Sydney
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4.4

LuAnn5.0•February 2026
What an experience! Dave was the ultimate host and guide.
Traveled in February 2026
Deborah5.0•February 2020
This was an excellent tour! Our tour guide, Tony, was extremely funny and thoroughly organized and prepared. I was...
This was an excellent tour! Our tour guide, Tony, was extremely funny and thoroughly organized and prepared. I was assigned a roommate with whom I was very compatible. Everything went very smoothly with our excursions and plane trips. It was a wonderful way to see Australia! Thank you!Show more
Traveled in February 2020
Reply from: AAT Kings
G'Day Deborah, Thanks for your feedback, and we are so gald to hear you enjoyed your time touring with us. We pride ourselves on having the best Travel Directors across Australia. Thanks for sharing your holiday snaps, and we are looking forward to welcoming you back in the future. Many thanks, AAT Kings
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Tahar
Asked on January 2nd, 2025
What should I do if I experience issues at the airport?
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Travel Support
- AAT KingsOperator•Written January 2025
  In case of any issues upon arrival, please refer to the contacts provided in your trip documents for immediate assistance.
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Alicia
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Are airport transfers included in the package?
Flights / Transfers
- AAT KingsOperator•Written October 2024
  Yes, complimentary airport transfers are included. You will receive detailed information regarding your pick-up arrangements.
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Laurie
Asked on September 28th, 2024
Can I travel alone on this tour?
Group size
- AAT KingsOperator•Written September 2024
  Yes, solo travelers are welcome on the tour. However, single supplements may apply to secure a private room.
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Assia
Asked on March 16th, 2024
What are the visa requirements for Australia?
Visa
- AAT KingsOperator•Written March 2024
  A visa is required to enter Australia. Be sure to apply online ahead of your travel dates.
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Eva
Asked on January 15th, 2024
What is the departure schedule for my tour?
Tour Details
- AAT KingsOperator•Written January 2024
  This guided holiday starts at 3pm in Melbourne at the Crowne Plaza. Flights should arrive prior to 12pm on the first day.
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Line
Asked on November 25th, 2023
What happens if I need to make changes to my booking?
Payments
- AAT KingsOperator•Written November 2023
  For changes, please follow the outlined procedure for updates through our customer support portal.
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Deborah
Asked on November 10th, 2023
What is an addition cost mean
Price / Availability
Tour Details
- AAT KingsOperator•Written November 2023
  This trip has additional costs due to Internal Flights included to the trip which is added to the invoice quote in the dashboard. The price added is for the internal flight and air tax for the flight.
M
Mieke
Asked on September 10th, 2023
What accommodations can I expect?
Accommodation
- AAT KingsOperator•Written September 2023
  Accommodations are generally premium hotels, ensuring comfort during your stay. Please review the itinerary for specific details.
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Nicholas
Asked on September 1st, 2023
what is the additonal upfront costs
Payments
Price / Availability
- AAT KingsOperator•Written September 2023
  Guaranteed Single room (no roommate): $6040.00 USD, Twin Share room (possible roommate): $4650.00 USD, pricing includes internal flights. International flights to be booked separately. Within 90 days of departure, full cost will be due to confirm tour.
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Ivan
Asked on August 31st, 2023
Is there any availability for the trip on 27th of March 2025?
Price / Availability
- AAT KingsOperator•Written September 2023
  There is availability for 2025 but needs a minimum passenger number to become a guaranteed departure. The rate in a single room is 5,210 EUR, a twin share is 3,925 EUR. Internal flights through us are mandatory at 755 EUR.
- I
  Ivan
  Traveler•Written October 2023
  Is there any possibility to adjust the price for 1 person? I will likely be traveling alone and I preferred to not share.
- AAT KingsOperator•Written October 2023
  Regarding the price we cannot offer any further reduction - there is already a very good discount on the tour.
- I
  Ivan
  Traveler•Written October 2023
  €5200 is way too much as I'm traveling alone and need a single room.

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