Itinerary
- Day 1
Sydney
You'll arrive at your Sydney hotel with room access from 3 pm onward. In the evening at 6 pm, meet up with the group for a welcome drink to get acquainted before the tour officially kicks off.
- Accommodation
- Hotel, Hotel
- Day 2
Sydney
Start at Mrs Macquarie's Chair in the Botanical Gardens to take in the views of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge. From there, head to Bondi Beach to watch the surfers and soak in the coastal atmosphere. You'll be on a harbor tour that includes lunch, so you'll get time on the water and a meal sorted. After that, the afternoon is yours to walk around the city at your own pace and find whatever catches your interest.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch during harbor tour)
Included Activities
- View Opera House and Harbour Bridge from Mrs Macquarie's Chair
- Visit Bondi Beach
- Harbor tour with lunch
Optional Activities
- Self-guided city stroll
Landmarks Mrs Macquarie's Chair Sydney Opera House Sydney Harbour Bridge Bondi Beach - Day 3
Sydney to Hobart
Transfer to the airport for your flight to Tasmania. Once you land in Hobart, a guided tour shows you Salamanca Square and the Battery Point district. If weather cooperates, you'll catch views of the capital from Mount Wellington before checking into your hotel for a 2-night stay.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel, Hotel
Included Activities
- Flight to Hobart
- Hobart city tour
- Visit Salamanca Square
- Visit Battery Point district
- Mount Wellington viewpoint (weather permitting)
Landmarks Salamanca Square Battery Point Mount Wellington 
- Day 4
Hobart to Port Arthur - Hobart
You're heading out on a 220 km round trip to Port Arthur, a UNESCO World Heritage Site on the Tasman Peninsula. A guide will take you through more than 30 historic buildings to learn about Australia's colonial past. There's also a harbor cruise included. Before heading back to Hobart, you'll stop at a lavender farm that has a nice location for lunch. The whole excursion gives you a real sense of the area's history.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at a lavender farm)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Port Arthur historic buildings
- Harbor cruise at Port Arthur
- Access to more than 30 historic buildings
Landmarks Port Arthur Historic Site - Day 5
Hobart to Cradle Mountain
Travel from Hobart through Tasmania's interior heading northwest, covering about 340 km. First, you'll visit Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary in Brighton where you can see exotic animals and Tasmanian devils, which are only found on this island. The landscape changes noticeably as you continue on toward Cradle Mountain-Lake St. Clair National Park in the central highlands. You'll spend the night at Cradle Mountain Hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Visit Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary
- Observe Tasmanian devils and exotic animals
Landmarks Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary Cradle Mountain-Lake St. Clair National Park - Day 6
Cradle Mountain to Launceston
After breakfast, you'll hike around Dove Lake, a glacial lake in Cradle Mountain National Park, walking through alpine forest and checking out the small bays and local plants and animals. Later, you'll travel about 150 km to Launceston and see Cataract Gorge, where the South Esk River has cut through the rock. The night is at Grand Chancellor Launceston.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Hike around Dove Lake in Cradle Mountain National Park
- Explore Cataract Gorge
Landmarks Dove Lake Cataract Gorge - Day 7
Launceston to Melbourne
Fly from Launceston to Melbourne, covering roughly 150 km in the air. Once you arrive, you'll be transferred to your hotel and the rest of the day is yours to do as you like. You'll stay at Vibe Hotel Melbourne Docklands for 2 nights.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Hotel transfer upon arrival
- Day 8
Melbourne
On a city tour, you'll see St. Patrick's Church, the Fitzroy Gardens, and Victoria State Parliament House. Around lunchtime, you can explore Melbourne's food scene if that appeals to you. The afternoon gives you freedom to walk around the city, take a cruise on the Yarra River, or optionally head to Phillip Island for the penguin parade if you're interested.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- City tour with St. Patrick's Church
- Fitzroy Gardens
- Victoria State Parliament House
Optional Activities
- Gastronomic dining at lunchtime
- Self-guided city stroll
- Yarra River cruise
- Trip to Phillip Island with penguin parade
Landmarks St. Patrick's Church Fitzroy Gardens Victoria State Parliament House - Day 9
Melbourne to Mount Gambier
You're traveling about 510 km along the Great Ocean Road, one of the world's most beautiful coastal drives. You'll stop at rock formations like the 12 Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge, which have been shaped by wind and sea over thousands of years. After passing through some small charming towns and Port Fairy, a fishing village, you'll arrive in Mount Gambier for the night at Southgate Motel.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Great Ocean Road scenic drive
- View 12 Apostles rock formation
- View Loch Ard George rock formation
- Pass through Port Fairy fishing village
Landmarks Great Ocean Road 12 Apostles Loch Ard George Port Fairy 
- Day 10
Mount Gambier to Kangaroo Island
Visit Blue Lake in Mount Gambier, which shifts to a deep blue color in November. You'll drive through the Fleurieu Peninsula heading to Cape Jervis, then take a ferry across to Kangaroo Island, about 13 km away. Covering roughly 590 km total, you'll stay at either Aurora Ozone Hotel or Kangaroo Island Seafront.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Visit Blue Lake
Landmarks Blue Lake Fleurieu Peninsula - Day 11
Kangaroo Island to Adelaide
Spend the day exploring Kangaroo Island's wildlife and landscape. At Seal Bay, a ranger will take you to see rare sea lions on the beach up close. You can also spot koalas in the eucalyptus trees at Hanson Bay Wildlife Sanctuary and check out the unusual rock formations in Flinders Chase National Park. Later, you'll ferry back to the mainland and drive to Adelaide for 2 nights at Stamford Plaza, covering about 180 km.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Visit Seal Bay with ranger-guided experience
- View sea lions on beach
- Hanson Bay Wildlife Sanctuary
- Observe koalas in eucalyptus trees
- Explore Flinders Chase National Park rocks
- Ferry transfer back to mainland
Landmarks Seal Bay Hanson Bay Wildlife Sanctuary Flinders Chase National Park - Day 12
Adelaide
The day is yours to explore Adelaide at your own pace. Wander through the spacious parks and see the charming buildings around town. If you're interested, you can visit the Botanic Gardens and museums on North Terrace, take the historic streetcar to Glenelg on the coast, or venture out to the wine regions of McLaren Vale and Barossa Valley.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Explore Botanic Gardens
- Visit museums on North Terrace
- Visit National Wine Center
- Historic streetcar ride to Glenelg seaside resort
- Excursion to McLaren Vale wine area
- Excursion to Barossa Valley wine area
Landmarks Botanic Gardens Adelaide North Terrace Glenelg McLaren Vale Barossa Valley - Day 13
Adelaide to Alice Springs
Fly to Alice Springs in the Red Center. After you arrive, explore the city and visit the Royal Flying Doctor Service to learn how flying doctors operate in the remote outback. Later, check out the Desert Park where you can observe many endemic animals and bird species in open-air enclosures that reflect typical Australian habitats.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel, Hotel
Included Activities
- Flight to Alice Springs
- Visit Royal Flying Doctor Service
- Visit Desert Park
Landmarks Royal Flying Doctor Service Desert Park - Day 14
Adelaide to Kings Canyon
Drive through the Red Center's vast and mostly empty wilderness, covering about 475 km. You'll arrive at Watarrka National Park and see Kings Canyon with its 100 meter high red cliffs that glow as evening approaches. Surprisingly, there's lush vegetation where water reaches the ground. You can do a short 45 minute hike along the canyon floor to see if you're up for a longer circular hike the next day. You'll stay at Discovery Kings Canyon Resort.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Short hike along Kings Canyon floor (approximately 45 minutes)
Landmarks Watarrka National Park Kings Canyon 
- Day 15
Kings Canyon to Uluru
Start early for a challenging hike up to the rock plateau above Kings Canyon, which takes about 3 hours and needs some sure-footedness. Then drive about 360 km to Uluru and circle the massive monolith with stops for short walks. In the evening, you'll watch the sunset at Uluru with a glass of sparkling wine. Overnight at Outback Hotel & Lodge.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel, Hotel
Included Activities
- Challenging hike to Kings Canyon rock plateau (approximately 3 hours)
- Uluru circuit and short hikes
- Sunset viewing at Uluru with sparkling wine
Landmarks Uluru - Day 16
Uluru to Cairns
Get up early to catch the sunrise at Uluru, which is really special. Visit the cultural center to learn about Aboriginal culture and traditions. Then head to Kata Tjuta, a rust-red dome-shaped rock formation about 60 km away, and go on a short hike. After that, you'll transfer to the airport and fly to Cairns for 3 nights at DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Sunrise viewing at Uluru
- Aboriginal cultural center visit
- Short hike at Kata Tjuta
- Hotel transfer in Cairns
Landmarks Uluru Kata Tjuta - Day 17
Cairns - Great Barrier Reef
Take a speedy excursion boat out to the Outer Reef for a day trip, about 20 km from shore. You'll see colorful coral reefs and all the marine life that calls them home. Get in the water to swim, snorkel, or dive and experience the underwater world up close.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Day trip to Great Barrier Reef Outer Reef
- Snorkeling or diving experience
- Swimming in coral reef area
Landmarks Great Barrier Reef - Day 18
Cairns - Kuranda - Cairns
Travel on a historic train through the rainforest up to the Atherton Tablelands with sweeping views of the Pacific coast and Great Barrier Reef. The train ends in Kuranda, a quiet jungle village where you'll learn about indigenous history, mythology, and traditional ways of life in the region. In the afternoon, float back down over the rainforest canopy on the southern hemisphere's longest cable car. You'll be back at your Cairns hotel, covering about 60 km total.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Historic train journey through rainforest to Atherton Tablelands
- Visit Kuranda jungle village
- Learn about indigenous history, mythology and traditional way of life
- Cable car descent over rainforest (longest in southern hemisphere)
Landmarks Atherton Tablelands Kuranda - Day 19
Cairns to Airlie Beach
In the morning, head to the train station and board the Spirit of Queensland for about 9.5 hours, passing sugar cane fields and mango plantations. You'll end up in Proserpine, and from there it's a short drive to Airlie Beach, the gateway to the Whitsunday Islands. You'll stay at Mantra Club Croc for 2 nights, covering about 25 km by car plus the train journey.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Train journey on Spirit of Queensland
Landmarks Proserpine Airlie Beach - Day 20
Whitsunday Islands
Spend a full day on the water sailing through the Whitsunday Islands. Hike to Hill Inlet, snorkel on a coral reef, and enjoy a BBQ lunch on the boat. You'll also spend time at Whiteheaven Beach, which is famous for its white sand and is one of the most photographed beaches in Australia.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Delicious BBQ lunch)
Included Activities
- Full-day boat trip through Whitsunday Islands
- Hike to Hill Inlet
- Snorkeling on pristine coral reef
- Visit Whiteheaven Beach
- BBQ lunch
Landmarks Whitsunday Islands Hill Inlet Whiteheaven Beach 
- Day 21
Whitsundays to Sunshine Coast
Fly to Brisbane and then drive to the Sunshine Coast, covering about 110 km. This region stretches for 60 kilometers along the coast with beach after beach. You'll find white sandy beaches, clean waterways, rainforests, and World Heritage-listed national parks all in the same area. You'll stay at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sunshine Coast for 2 nights.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel, Hotel
Landmarks Sunshine Coast - Day 22
Sunshine Coast
Have a full day to yourself on the Sunshine Coast. Walk along the beaches, watch surfers in action, or stroll through the shopping streets at your own pace.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Walk along the beaches
- Watch surfers
- Stroll through shopping streets
- Day 23
Sunshine Coast to Brisbane
Explore the interior region, which is a natural paradise with great viewpoints and charming old villages. You'll walk in Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve to see the rainforest with views of the Glasshouse Mountains. Then drive about 100 km to Brisbane, Queensland's capital, which has a charming and modern feel. It's surprising to learn that Australia's first convict colony started here on the coast. You'll stay at Holiday Inn Express Brisbane for 2 nights.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Walk in Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve
- View Glasshouse Mountains
Landmarks Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve Glasshouse Mountains - Day 24
Brisbane
On a city tour, you'll see Mt Coot-tha, Newstead House, Government House, and other highlights of Brisbane. The afternoon is free to relax on the city beach, take a leisurely walk along the Brisbane River, or stop at one of the many cafes and restaurants around town.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- City tour with Mt Coot-tha
- Newstead House
- Government House
Optional Activities
- Relax on city beach
- Leisurely stroll along Brisbane River
- Visit cafes and restaurants
Landmarks Mt Coot-tha Newstead House Government House - Day 25
Brisbane
The group tour ends after breakfast.
- Meals
- Breakfast
