Can you provide more details on the itinerary, inclusions, and types of accommodations? I will be traveling solo and am a healthy woman in my 70s.

What's Included? • Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group • Melbourne laneways walk • Guided walk at Uluru - Kata Tjuta National Park • Sunset at Uluru • Guided Hiking at Kings Canyon • Visit to Telegraph Station • Ferry to Manly Beach • Visit to Victoria Market • Visit to Royal Botanic Gardens of Melbourne • Guided Daintree Rainforest walk • Whitsunday Islands boating excursion • Blue Mountains stay with hikes • Scenic Railway • Orientation walk in Sydney • Free time in Cairns, Byron Bay, and Sydney • Internal flights • All transport between destinations and to/from included activities • Accommodations: Hotels (18 nts), rainforest cabin (2 nts), Desert Tented Camp (2nts) • Meals: 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners (Allow USD1085-1410 for meals not included) • Transportation: Private Vehicle, Ferry, Plane, Walking If you're travelling solo and would prefer to have your own private room throughout your trip you can upgrade to have your own room. Otherwise we will pair you up with another same gendered solo traveller. Travel Style: Classic All of the highlights, culture, access, and I-can't-believe-we-did-that moments, all at a great price. Service Level: Standard Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport. Physical Rating: 3 - Average Some tours may include light hiking, biking, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking. Trip Type: Small Group Small group experience; Max 16, avg 12.

We are a family of 3. Is there a way for us to be in the same room?

Im sorry we can only confirm double/twin rooms on our tours. Unfortunately we are unable to accommodate triple rooms

Is there single supplement?

We do offer Single Supplement own room, based on availability. This is £2439 and you will receive your own single accommodation for all night stops, with the following exceptions: 4 & 5.

Can you suggest international flights from UK to Sydney for tour starting? But returning from Perth to UK around 12 September 2025?

We cannot assist with your flights, these are something you must book separately yourself.

Is it clear from the itinerary that this trip spends time at the Great Barrier Reef?

On day 12 of this itinerary you have a free day with an optional 'The Great Barrier Reef Visit' activity priced at 209 AUD. On day 15 there is an included excursion to the Great Barrier Reef where you can go swimming and snorkelling.

When is the best month to travel around Australia (Sydney, Melbourne, Uluru....

It is a bit tricky with Sydney, Melbourne as well as Uluru. September to November OR March to May would be the best.

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City & Culture: Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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Medium Intensity: Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 10 - 16
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Itinerary

Day 1
Sydney
Sydney
Accommodation
Hotel (Rydges Sydney Central)
Included Activities
- Meet Your CEO and Group
Landmarks
Sydney Opera House
Day 2
Sydney to Manly Beach
Sydney to Manly Beach
Accommodation
Hotel (Rydges Sydney Central)
Included Activities
- Sydney Orientation Walk
- Ferry to Manly Beach
- Manly Beach
Optional Activities
- Evening meal at a local restaurant
Landmarks
Circular Quay
Manly Beach
Shelly Beach
Day 3
Sydney
Sydney
Accommodation
Hotel (Rydges Sydney Central)
Optional Activities
- Explore the Rocks neighborhood
- Museum of Contemporary Art visit
- Jet Boating Tour (85 AUD per person)
- Sydney Harbour Bridge Climb (385-415 AUD per person)
- Sydney Opera House Tour (50-199 AUD per person)
Landmarks
The Rocks
Museum of Contemporary Art
Sydney Harbour Bridge
Sydney Opera House
Day 4
Sydney to Yulara
Sydney to Yulara
Meals
Dinner (Outdoor meal cooked at camp)
Accommodation
Camping (Uluru Camp)
Included Activities
- Kata Tjuta Walpa Gorge Walk
- Sunset at Uluru
Landmarks
Kata Tjuta
Walpa Gorge
Uluru
Day 5
Yulara to Kings Canyon
Yulara to Kings Canyon
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Camping (Kings Canyon Camp)
Included Activities
- Uluru at Sunrise
- Uluru Kata Tjuta National Park
Landmarks
Uluru
Uluru Kata Tjuta National Park
Day 6
Kings Canyon to Alice Springs
Kings Canyon to Alice Springs
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (Desert Palms Alice Springs Hotel)
Included Activities
- Kings Canyon Hike
Landmarks
Kings Canyon
Kings Canyon Rim Walk
Day 7
Alice Springs to Melbourne
Alice Springs to Melbourne
Accommodation
Hotel (Causeway 353 Hotel)
Included Activities
- Tour of Alice Springs
Optional Activities
- Dinner with your CEO (optional evening meal)
Landmarks
Telegraph Station
Anzac Hill
Day 8
Melbourne
Melbourne
Accommodation
Hotel (Causeway 353 Hotel)
Included Activities
- Queen Victoria Markets
- Melbourne Laneways Walk
- Royal Botanic Gardens
Landmarks
Queen Victoria Markets
Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne
Day 9
Melbourne
Melbourne
Accommodation
Hotel (Causeway 353 Hotel)
Optional Activities
- Phillip Island Penguin Parade
- 12 Apostles, Otways & Great Ocean Road full day tour
Landmarks
Phillip Island
Great Ocean Road
12 Apostles
Day 10
Melbourne to Cairns
Melbourne to Cairns
Accommodation
Resort (Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns)
Landmarks
Great Barrier Reef
Day 11
Cairns to Cape Tribulation
Cairns to Cape Tribulation
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation
Hotel (Cape Tribulation Beach House)
Included Activities
- Dreamtime Walk
Landmarks
Mossman Gorge
Daintree Rainforest
Cape Tribulation
Day 12
Cape Tribulation
Cape Tribulation
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Cape Tribulation Beach House)
Optional Activities
- Great Barrier Reef Visit (217 AUD per person)
- Daintree National Park Visit (Free)
- Daintree Rainforest Night Walk (55 AUD per person)
Landmarks
Great Barrier Reef
Daintree National Park
Day 13
Cape Tribulation to Cairns
Cape Tribulation to Cairns
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Resort (Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns)
Optional Activities
- Port Douglas local market visit
Landmarks
Port Douglas
Day 14
Cairns to Airlie Beach
Cairns to Airlie Beach
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Apartment (Whitsunday Vista Holiday Apartments)
Landmarks
Tully's Golden Boot
Big Mango
Day 15
Airlie Beach
Airlie Beach
Meals
Lunch
Accommodation
Apartment (Whitsunday Vista Holiday Apartments)
Included Activities
- Whitsunday Islands Boating Excursion
- Barrier Reef Visit
Optional Activities
- Snorkeling at the Great Barrier Reef (Free)
Landmarks
Whitsunday Islands
Great Barrier Reef
Whitehaven Beach
Day 16
Airlie Beach to Byron Bay
Airlie Beach to Byron Bay
Accommodation
Hotel (Byron Beachcomber)
Landmarks
Byron Bay
Day 17
Byron Bay
Byron Bay
Accommodation
Hotel (Byron Beachcomber)
Included Activities
- Surfing Lesson
Optional Activities
- Byron Bay Ocean Kayaking (pre-book on checkout page)
Landmarks
Byron Bay
Day 18
Byron Bay to Port Macquarie
Byron Bay to Port Macquarie
Accommodation
Hotel (El Motor Inn Port Macquarie)
Landmarks
Port Macquarie
Day 19
Port Macquarie to Blue Mountains
Port Macquarie to Blue Mountains
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Leisure Inn Spires)
Included Activities
- Guulabaa - The Place of Koala
Landmarks
Guulabaa - Place of Koala
Blue Mountains
Day 20
Blue Mountains
Blue Mountains
Accommodation
Hotel (Leisure Inn Spires)
Included Activities
- Blue Mountains Excursion
- Jamison Valley Walk
- Scenic Railway
Landmarks
Blue Mountains
Three Sisters
Jamison Valley
Scenic Railway
Day 21
Blue Mountains to Sydney
Blue Mountains to Sydney
Accommodation
Hotel (Rydges Sydney Central)
Included Activities
- Orientation Walk
Optional Activities
- Bike rental
- Sydney Botanical Gardens
- Sydney Opera House visit
Landmarks
Sydney Opera House
Royal Botanic Gardens Sydney
Day 22
Sydney
Sydney
Accommodation
Hotel (Rydges Sydney Central)
Optional Activities
- Evening night out with the group
- Coogee Beach to Bondi Beach Coastal Walk
Landmarks
Bondi Beach
Coogee Beach
Day 23
Sydney
Sydney
Included Activities
- Departure Day

Landmarks
Sydney Opera House

Landmarks
Circular Quay
Manly Beach
Shelly Beach

Landmarks
The Rocks
Museum of Contemporary Art
Sydney Harbour Bridge
Sydney Opera House

Landmarks
Kata Tjuta
Walpa Gorge
Uluru

Landmarks
Uluru
Uluru Kata Tjuta National Park

Landmarks
Kings Canyon
Kings Canyon Rim Walk

Landmarks
Telegraph Station
Anzac Hill

Landmarks
Queen Victoria Markets
Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne

Landmarks
Phillip Island
Great Ocean Road
12 Apostles

Landmarks
Great Barrier Reef

Landmarks
Mossman Gorge
Daintree Rainforest
Cape Tribulation

Landmarks
Great Barrier Reef
Daintree National Park

Landmarks
Port Douglas

Landmarks
Tully's Golden Boot
Big Mango

Landmarks
Whitsunday Islands
Great Barrier Reef
Whitehaven Beach

Landmarks
Byron Bay

Landmarks
Byron Bay

Landmarks
Port Macquarie

Landmarks
Guulabaa - Place of Koala
Blue Mountains

Landmarks
Blue Mountains
Three Sisters
Jamison Valley
Scenic Railway

Landmarks
Sydney Opera House
Royal Botanic Gardens Sydney

Landmarks
Bondi Beach
Coogee Beach

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Rydges Sydney Central
Hotel
Days 1, 2, 3, 21, 22
Uluru Camp
Camping
day 4
Kings Canyon Camp
Camping
day 5
Desert Palms Alice Springs Hotel
Hotel
day 6
Causeway 353 Hotel
Hotel
Days 7, 8, 9
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
Resort
Days 10, 13
Cape Tribulation Beach House
Hotel
Days 11, 12
Whitsunday Vista Holiday Apartments
Apartment
Days 14, 15
Byron Beachcomber
Hotel
Days 16, 17
El Motor Inn Port Macquarie
Hotel
day 18
Leisure Inn Spires
Hotel
Days 19, 20

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Linda
Asked on April 18th, 2026
Can you provide more details on the itinerary, inclusions, and types of accommodations? I will be traveling solo and am a healthy woman in my 70s.
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Tour Details
- G AdventuresOperator•Written April 2026
  What's Included?
  
  • Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
  • Melbourne laneways walk
  • Guided walk at Uluru - Kata Tjuta National Park
  • Sunset at Uluru
  • Guided Hiking at Kings Canyon
  • Visit to Telegraph Station
  • Ferry to Manly Beach
  • Visit to Victoria Market
  • Visit to Royal Botanic Gardens of Melbourne
  • Guided Daintree Rainforest walk
  • Whitsunday Islands boating excursion
  • Blue Mountains stay with hikes
  • Scenic Railway
  • Orientation walk in Sydney
  • Free time in Cairns, Byron Bay, and Sydney
  • Internal flights
  • All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
  • Accommodations: Hotels (18 nts), rainforest cabin (2 nts), Desert Tented Camp (2nts)
  • Meals: 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners (Allow USD1085-1410 for meals not included)
  • Transportation: Private Vehicle, Ferry, Plane, Walking
  
  If you're travelling solo and would prefer to have your own private room throughout your trip you can upgrade to have your own room. Otherwise we will pair you up with another same gendered solo traveller.
  
  Travel Style: Classic
  All of the highlights, culture, access, and I-can't-believe-we-did-that moments, all at a great price.
  
  Service Level: Standard
  Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport.
  
  Physical Rating: 3 - Average
  Some tours may include light hiking, biking, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking.
  
  Trip Type: Small Group
  Small group experience; Max 16, avg 12.
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Steven
Asked on January 29th, 2026
We are a family of 3. Is there a way for us to be in the same room?
Accommodation
Group size
- G AdventuresOperator•Written January 2026
  Im sorry we can only confirm double/twin rooms on our tours. Unfortunately we are unable to accommodate triple rooms
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Sarah
Asked on July 2nd, 2025
Is there single supplement?
Single supplement
- G AdventuresOperator•Written July 2025
  We do offer Single Supplement own room, based on availability. This is £2439 and you will receive your own single accommodation for all night stops, with the following exceptions: 4 & 5.
- S
  Sarah
  Traveler•Written July 2025
  Can you provide a typical mix of single and couples on trips of this length.
- G AdventuresOperator•Written July 2025
  On this tour usually majority of travellers are single travellers normally with a small amount of travellers travelling in a pairing.
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Becky
Asked on April 7th, 2025
Can you suggest international flights from UK to Sydney for tour starting? But returning from Perth to UK around 12 September 2025?
Flights / Transfers
- G AdventuresOperator•Written April 2025
  We cannot assist with your flights, these are something you must book separately yourself.
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Holly
Asked on March 1st, 2025
Is it clear from the itinerary that this trip spends time at the Great Barrier Reef?
Tour Details
- G AdventuresOperator•Written March 2025
  On day 12 of this itinerary you have a free day with an optional 'The Great Barrier Reef Visit' activity priced at 209 AUD. On day 15 there is an included excursion to the Great Barrier Reef where you can go swimming and snorkelling.
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Nicole
Asked on February 19th, 2025
When is the best month to travel around Australia (Sydney, Melbourne, Uluru....
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- G AdventuresOperator•Written February 2025
  It is a bit tricky with Sydney, Melbourne as well as Uluru. September to November OR March to May would be the best.

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