From the cosmopolitan city of Sydney to the idyllic Dunk Island, see the many faces of Australia on this once in a lifetime travel tour. Come see distinctive wildlife and experience the unique cultural milieu that is Australia. From the Sydney Opera House to the Great Barrier Reef, you will see the best of Australia’s cities and wildlands!
Day 1: Depart from Home
Fly* out on an international flight* to Australia. As you cross the International Dateline you will lose a calendar day in flight.
Day 2: Sydney, Australia - Tour Begins
Enjoy your welcome dinner with your fellow travelers in Sydney, Australia, a large cosmopolitan city in the state of New South Wales.
Day 3: Sydney
Take a tour of Sydney that will take you into the heart of the Kings Cross entertainment district. Also you will visit Chinatown, botanical gardens, and the hip suburb of Paddington. Then get a special behind the scene look at Australia’s national gemstone, the opal from the mines to jewelry stores.
Day 4: Sydney
A dinner cruise on the Sydney Harbor will provide incredible views of Sydney landmarks like the Opera House and the Harbour Bridge. After the cruise, enjoy a live performance in the Opera House.
Day 5: Sydney - Launceston, Tasmania - Cradle Mountain
Fly* from Australia to Tasmania where craggy peaks and a temperate rainforest beckon you. This beautiful island has many wildlife sanctuaries and offers great opportunities to vie unique Tasmanian flora and fauna.
Day 6: Cradle Mountain
Visit the small community of Sheffield where emu farming is a popular occupation. In the afternoon, spend time in the Tasmanian countryside looking for native wildlife like wallabies, platypus and the Tasmanian Devil.
Day 7: Cradle Mountain - Hobart
A trip to the lavish colonial Woolmers Estate begins your travel today. Then head to Tasmania’s capital city of Hobart.
Day 8: Hobart
A former British penal colony at the Port Arthur Historic Site is today’s chief attraction. It was once considered impossible to escape from and housed some of the most hardened British and Irish criminals. In the afternoon, you will have the chance to see a live Tasmanian Devil and learn about its role in the ecosystem.
Day 9: Hobart - Adelaide - Barossa Valley
Today you fly* into Adelaide and then venture into wine country in the Barossa Valley, home to dozens of wineries.
Day 10: Barossa Valley
Today you can experience the Barossa wineries firsthand with taste tours of Kies Winery and Jacob’s Creek, two of the areas award-winning wineries.
Day 11: Barossa Valley - Adelaide - Ayers Rock
Fly* deep into the Australian Outback to the iconic towering Ayers Rock. A spectacular sunset viewing the rock is sure to be delightful.
Day 12: Ayers Rock - Cairns
Today you travel to the gorgeous and incredible beaches of Queensland. Your stay will be at the Pacific International Hotel, a gateway to the famous Great Barrier Reef.
Day 13: Great Barrier Reef
Take a catamaran to the Great Barrier Reef where you can enjoy the waters from the comfort of a glass bottom boat that allows you to peer into the turquoise waters. Look for exotic fish, sea turtles and the lovely corals that call the reef home.
Day 14: Cairns - Dunk Island
Visit Dunk Island, an island rainforest where you can relax amidst palm trees and search for exotic creatures, including the brilliant blue Ulysses butterfly.
Day 15: Dunk Island
A free day on Dunk Island allows you to walk the beach or take in fantastic views from Mt. Kootaloo.
Day 16: Dunk Island - Cairns
Return to Cairns for your farewell dinner in a beachfront hotel.
Day 17: Cairns - Tour Ends
Your incredible Australian Adventure concludes, as you venture home armed with memories to cherish for a lifetime.
A dinner cruise on the Sydney Harbor, an encounter with a live Tasmanian Devil, and sunset in the Australian Outback, are just a few of the events that are ready to enliven your Australian vacation. Let this 17 day tour of the Australian continent thrill you with the promise of fun and adventure. Don’t miss this incredible vacation opportunity!
*Airfare not included in total price
