Best of Australia

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14 days

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Fantastic! Would highly recommend. Thank you for an amazing experience!!!

Gregory F | Traveled in February

5 - Excellent

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14 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants

16 peopleMaximum group size

11 - 100 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Easy

Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.

Starts

Ends

Cairns, Australia

Sydney and NSW, Australia

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Highlights

Follow an Indigenous guide through the Daintree Rainforest.

Set off on an optional excursion to the Great Barrier Reef.

Cruise on a boat around the scenic Whitsundays.

Hike the Blue Mountains

Itinerary

Australia’s legendary east coast is at your fingertips with the "Best of Australia" trip—a 14-day chill out adventure tailor-made for experienced travelers looking to maximize their time Down Under. From the tropical allure of Cairns and the Whitsundays to the cultural buzz of Sydney, this journey serves up a blend of iconic sights and hidden gems. Surf Byron Bay’s famous breaks, cruise turquoise waters, and trek through the ancient Daintree Rainforest’s Mossman Gorge. With a laid-back pace and a variety of unforgettable experiences, the unique selling point is clear: an expertly balanced tour that showcases Australia’s must-see highlights and leaves you wanting more.

day 1Cairns

Arrive at any time.
There are no activities planned until the evening welcome meeting.

Accomodation

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns (or similar)

Included Activity

Meet Your CEO and Group Duration : 1.0 hr

day 2Cairns/Cape Tribulation

day 3Cape Tribulation

day 4Cape Tribulation/Cairns

day 5Cairns/Airlie Beach

day 6Airlie Beach

day 7Airlie Beach/Byron Bay

day 8Byron Bay

day 9Byron Bay/Port Macquarie

day 10Port Macquarie/Blue Mountains

day 11Blue Mountains

day 12Blue Mountains/Sydney

day 13Sydney

day 14Sydney

What's Included

Accommodation

Hotels (11 nts), rainforest cabin (2 nts).

Meals

5 breakfasts, 2 lunches
Note: Allow USD705-920 for meals not included.

Transport

Private vehicle, boat, plane, walking, ferryAll transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Guide

Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout, local guides.

Included activities

Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and GroupIndigenous led rainforest walkWhitsunday Islands boating excursionBlue Mountains stay with hikesScenic RailwayJamison Valley walkOrientation walk in SydneyFree time in Cairns, Byron Bay, and SydneyInternal flightInternal airfare

What's Excluded

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