Itinerary
- Day 1
Airport Arrival
Your tour leader will meet you at the airport and drive you to the hotel. You'll have the afternoon to settle in or wander around nearby areas if you feel like it. Later in the evening, there's a welcome gathering with drinks and snacks to kick things off.
- Start point
- Melbourne, Victoria, Australia (Melbourne)
- Meals
- Evening drinks and nibbles
Optional Activities
- Afternoon activities in Melbourne
- Day 2
Melbourne
Walk through Melbourne's laneways and check out the city's parks and galleries. You'll see the iconic buildings and creative energy that make up Australia's second city. The architecture and cultural spaces really show why this place has such a strong arts scene.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Melbourne laneways, parks, galleries, and architecture
- Day 3
Melbourne
Today you've got options depending on what appeals to you. Head to the Botanic Gardens for a peaceful walk, or go to St Kilda beach if you want to be near water. You could also browse Queen Victoria Market for local goods and crafts, or climb Eureka Tower for views across the city. Pick what works best for you.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Botanic Gardens visit
- St Kilda beach visit
- Queen Victoria Market
- Eureka Tower climb
- Yarra River Cruise
Landmarks Royal Botanic Gardens, Melbourne St Kilda Beach Queen Victoria Market Eureka Tower - Day 4
Great Ocean Road
Drive along the Great Ocean Road to see the Twelve Apostles rock formations rising from the coast. Stop in the Otway Rainforest where you might spot wild koalas in the forest. You'll get beach views and lunch is taken care of during the day.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Twelve Apostles visit
- Otway Rainforest exploration
- Wild koala viewing
- Beach views along Great Ocean Road
Landmarks Twelve Apostles Great Otway National Park - Day 5
Hobart
Start with a panoramic tour of Hobart to get your bearings. You'll see the historic Salamanca precinct and the waterfront area. This gives you a good sense of Tasmania's capital and the charming heritage neighborhoods scattered throughout.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Panoramic orientation tour of Hobart
- Salamanca precinct tour
- Historic waterfront viewing
Landmarks Salamanca Place - Day 6
Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park
Head out to Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park to explore the wilderness there. From there, continue to Queenstown, a former mining town with dramatic mountains surrounding it. Dinner is included this evening when you arrive.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park visit
- Guided walk in national park
Landmarks Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park - Day 7
Gordon River Cruise
Take a cruise along the Gordon River, one of Tasmania's most remarkable waterways, surrounded by rainforest on both sides. Later you'll drive north with stops at scenic spots along the way. Both lunch and dinner are covered today.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Gordon River cruise
- Scenic drive north
Landmarks Gordon River 
- Day 8
Alpine Region
Do alpine walks through Tasmania's high country and look for local wildlife as you go. There are harder hikes available if you're up for a bigger challenge. Dinner is provided this evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Alpine walks
- Wildlife viewing
Optional Activities
- Optional alpine hikes
- Day 9
Launceston
Visit a glowworm cave to see the bioluminescent creatures lighting up the space. After that, walk through Cataract Gorge with its dramatic cliffs and river views carved into the landscape.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Glowworm cave visit
- Cataract Gorge walk
Landmarks Cataract Gorge Reserve - Day 10
East Coast Drive
Travel along Tasmania's east coast visiting waterfalls and stopping at a local cheese tasting spot. The coastal scenery here is really nice, and you'll get a feel for what the region produces. Dinner is included.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Waterfall visits
- Cheese tasting
- East coast scenic drive
- Day 11
Wineglass Bay
Arrive at Wineglass Bay, one of Tasmania's most sought-after coastal spots. Before heading to your accommodation, you'll stop at Elephant Pass for a hearty pancake breakfast to start the day.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Pancakes at Elephant Pass)
Included Activities
- Wineglass Bay arrival
- Elephant Pass pancake stop
Landmarks Wineglass Bay 
- Day 12
Wineglass Bay
Do a scenic hike and then have time to relax on the beach and watch for local wildlife. You're in the Freycinet Peninsula area, so the natural setting is really the main attraction here.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Hike in Freycinet Peninsula
- Beach time
- Wildlife viewing
Landmarks Freycinet Peninsula - Day 13
Hobart via Vineyard or Berry Farm
Head back toward Hobart and you can stop at either a local vineyard or berry farm depending on your preference. Later, explore the historic village of Richmond with its colonial buildings and shops spread throughout the main streets.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Richmond village exploration
Optional Activities
- Vineyard visit
- Berry farm visit
Landmarks Richmond - Day 14
Hobart
You've got choices for how to spend the day. Walk around Battery Point's Georgian and Victorian buildings, or go to MONA if you're interested in modern and contemporary art. Another option is to climb Mount Wellington for views across the city and out to the wilderness beyond it.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Battery Point exploration
Optional Activities
- MONA museum visit and ferry
- Mount Wellington climb
Landmarks Battery Point MONA Mount Wellington - Day 15
Sydney
Fly to Sydney and take an afternoon tour around the city. You'll see the Opera House at Circular Quay and walk through The Rocks, the historic district. Dinner is planned this evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Sydney Opera House viewing
- Circular Quay tour
- The Rocks historic district tour
Landmarks Sydney Opera House Circular Quay The Rocks 
- Day 16
Blue Mountains
Travel to the Blue Mountains and see the Three Sisters rock formation at Echo Point. Stop at Featherdale Wildlife Park to see native Australian animals. Lunch is included during the day.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Three Sisters rock formation viewing
- Echo Point visit
- Featherdale Wildlife Park visit
Landmarks Three Sisters Echo Point Featherdale Wildlife Park 
- Day 17
Sydney Beaches
Head to Bondi Beach and walk the coastal path all the way to Coogee Beach. You can do the Harbour Bridge climb as an optional activity if you're interested. Tonight wraps up the tour with farewell drinks and dinner.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Farewell Dinner (Farewell drinks and dinner)
Included Activities
- Bondi Beach exploration
- Bondi to Coogee coastal walk
Optional Activities
- Harbour Bridge Climb
Landmarks Bondi Beach Coogee Beach Sydney Harbour Bridge - Day 18
Departure
Get transferred to Sydney International Airport for your departure flight. Your tour leader and guides will say goodbye as you head to the gate.
- End point
- Sydney, New South Wales, Australia (Sydney)
- Meals
- Breakfast
