-Day 1 Start tour
Day 2 International Date Line
Lose a day as you cross the International Date Line
Day 3 Hello Sydney
Meet your tour director and check into hotel
Sydney tour director-led sightseeing Opera House visit
Details: Sydney Harbour Bridge walk
Walk across the famous Sydney Harbour Bridge and take in the spectacular views of the stunning Sydney Harbour, Sydney Opera House and the city.
Details: The Rocks
As you stroll along the narrow, cobblestone streets of The Rocks, you can’t help but get caught up in the area’s intriguing past, present and future. Here you’ll find chic restaurants, stylish bars and hearty pubs, all amidst some of the oldest surviving buildings in Sydney. One moment you’ll be touring historic Cadman’s Cottage, and the next you’ll find yourself amongst the eclectic shopping, artisan markets and glitzy galleries that make The Rocks the engaging destination that is it today.
Day 4 Sydney
Explore Manly Beach
Details: Bondi Beach excursion
With a storied history, a dazzling setting and its fair share of beautiful people, Bondi Beach is rightly recognized as one of the best beaches in the world. Upon arrival at this enticing stretch of sand, you’ll first learn about what makes Bondi so unique—the surfers, the rescues and all the action you might expect at one of Australia’s most famous destinations. From there, you’re on your own. Catch some rays, feel the sand between your toes, rent a boogie-board or even take some surfing lessons.
Details: Mrs Macquarie's Point
You bring the camera and “Mrs. Macquarie” will provide the perfect backdrop. Featuring a breathtaking view of both the Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Harbour Bridge, Mrs. Macquarie’s Point has been attracting visitors since its origin in 1810, when an exposed sandstone rock was cut into the shape of a bench. Known today as Mrs. Macquarie’s Chair, legend has it that if you make a wish while sitting on the bench, there’s a very good chance that your wish will come true.
Details: Ferry ride across the Sydney Harbour
Hop aboard the Manly Ferry, one of Sydney’s most iconic experiences. Departing regularly to and from Manly to Circular Quay, the ferry cruises past the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House before passing Kirribilli House the official residence of the Prime Minister.
Day 6 Sydney--Uluru
Fly to Uluru
Details: Uluru-Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre visit
Explore the many meanings and practices encompassed within the religion, law and moral systems of the Anangu culture, the traditional owners of Uluru-Kata Tjuta. Explore the base of Uluru and absorb its magnificence, including Aboriginal rock paintings and caves. Renowned for its breathtaking sunsets, see the stunning changes of colour on the rock from red to orange to purple.
Details: Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park guided visit
Discover the natural and cultural wonders of Uluru and Kata Tjuta, featuring spectacular geological formations that dominate the vast red sandy plain of Central Australia. Uluru and Kata Tjuta form part of the traditional belief system of one of the oldest human societies in the world. The traditional owners of this land are the Anangu people.
Details: Didgeridoo and Clapping Sticks workshop
Listen to the enchanting sounds of the Yidaki, the traditional Aboriginal term for the didgeridoo and learn about the basic techniques of circular breathing and how to use the didgeridoo.
Day 7 Uluru--Watarrka
Travel to Watarrka
Lunch
Watarrka National Park visit
Details: Rim Walk
This iconic hike to the top of Kings Canyon is an unforgettable experience. Start with the hardest part of the walk by climbing 500 steps before Rim Walk officially starts. This 6km circuit will take you through Priscilla's Crack, to the marvelous sandstone domes known as the Lost City, before transcending down to the Garden of Eden. The hike can take around 3-4 hours so make sure to take plenty of snacks and water!
Details: Garden of Eden
This permanent waterhole brings an abundance of life to the area, with lush greenery and rock formations, take some time to enjoy the shaded oasis.
Details: Lost City
These bee-hive like domes resemble those within an ancient city. Explore the rock formations and take in the magical views before beginning your journey to the Garden of Eden.
Day 8 Watarrka--Alice Springs
Lunch
ANZAC Hill lookout and view sunset
Details: Travel to Alice Springs
Begin your journey to Alice Springs. Alice Springs or 'Alice' as locals call it, is known as the heart of the Outback, nestled between the beautiful mountain ranges of the East and West MacDonnell Ranges. The town has a strong Aboriginal culture which is embedded into the community's way of life. The Aboriginal Arrernte (pronounced arrunda) people are the traditional custodians of Alice Springs and the surrounding region and Mparntwe (pronounced m’barn-twa) is the Arrernte name of Alice Springs.
Details: Camel ride
Enjoy a short camel ride in natural bushland right at the foot of the magnificent West MacDonnell Ranges. For safety reasons, weight restrictions apply to this activity.
Day 9 Alice Springs--Cairns
Fly to Cairns
Details: Cairns tour director-led sightseeing
After bustling Sydney, the city of Cairns may feel like a sleepy little tropical village. Everything in town seems built for relaxation. The homes are built on stilts to catch the cool ocean breezes and overhead fans whirl in every room. Walk down the lively, slightly bohemian Esplanade, the focal point of the city. This is where the city began in 1876 as a gold- and tin-mining port. Wharf Street was once the main drag, at a time when the entire area was known as the Barbary Coast because of its rough, criminal element. Now, it is a thriving port, where big-game fishing is a major industry. Minutes away, see the hustle and bustle at the Cairns Night Market filled with with knick-knacks and tropical food delights. This city is the gateway into Australia's Tropical North and two significant natural wonders, the Great Barrier Reef and the Daintree Rainforest.
Details: Esplanade
Take a stroll on the Cairns esplanade buzzing with innovative eateries, on-trend bars, stylish boutiques and galleries. At the end of the day get a glimpse of the idyllic sun setting over the water.
Details: Cairns night market
Each night when the sun sets, Cairns Night Market comes alive. Featuring over 70 retail outlets and home to a myriad of food options, settle in for the evening, hunt for a bargain and grab a yummy bite to eat! Perhaps try some local Tropical North Queensland delights like a sugar cane juice and a tropical dessert from the Mango Bar.
Day 10 Cairns
Lunch on board the Great Barrier Reef cruise
Details: Great Barrier Reef full-day excursion
No trip to Cairns is complete without a visit to the outer Great Barrier Reef - a UNESCO World Heritage Site and easily one of the world's top natural wonders. Transfer from Cairns towards Moore Reef where the underwater universe awaits. Upon arrival at the reef, take part in a guided snorkel safari and participate in the Eye on the Reef program with a marine biologist to monitor the health of the reef. See firsthand the incredible array of life and colors that exist just below the surface with a semi-submersible coral reef viewing tour.
Day 11 End tour
Tour Includes:
- Round-trip airfare
- Overnight stays in Sydney and Cairns with private bathrooms
- Overnight stays in Alice Springs and Uluru with shared bathrooms
- Breakfast daily
- Dinner daily except day 10
- Lunch as per itinerary
- Full-time services of a professional tour director
- Guided sightseeing tours and city walks as per itinerary
- Visits to select attractions as per itinerary
- Tour Diary™
- Note: Tour cost does not include airline-imposed baggage fees, or fees for any required passport or visa. Optional excursions, optional pre-paid Tour Director and multi-day bus driver tipping, among other individual and group customizations will be listed as separate line items in the total trip cost, if included.
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