Great Australian Adventure - 15 days

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15 daysDuration

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2 peopleMinimum to book

18 - 80 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

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Melbourne, Australia

Cairns, Australia

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Highlights

Melbourne - Visit Federation Square, the Shrine of Remembrance and Queen Victoria Market, then wander Fitzroy Gardens and the city's quirky laneways on a guided discovery tour

Ayers Rock - Explore Uluru at sunrise, with tea and coffee at the viewing area, before walking through Walpa Gorge amid the domes of Kata Tjuta

Sydney - Uncover the Opera House and Harbour Bridge from Mrs Macquarie's Point, before stopping at Bondi Beach and the historic Rocks district

Gold Coast - Cruise the Gold Coast waterways past Sea World and Marina Mirage, enjoying a buffet lunch as the coastline slips by

Cairns - Explore Kuranda's rainforest by Army Duck, meet native wildlife and enjoy a Pamagirri Aboriginal cultural experience with an Aussie BBQ lunch

Itinerary

Explore Australia's iconic cities and natural wonders on this 15-day tour from Melbourne to Cairns. Begin with a discovery tour of Melbourne, taking in Federation Square, the Shrine of Remembrance and the historic Queen Victoria Market. From here, travel to Uluru for a sunrise visit to the sacred rock and a walk through Walpa Gorge at Kata Tjuta. Continuing to Sydney, a panoramic sights tour takes in the Opera House, Harbour Bridge and Bondi Beach. Next is the Gold Coast, cruising the waterways of Surfers Paradise over a buffet lunch. The tour concludes in Cairns, with a full day exploring Kuranda's rainforest, wildlife and Aboriginal culture.

day 1Welcome to Melbourne

Once you have arrived at Melbourne Airport, a private transfer takes you to your accommodation in the city centre, with the journey taking around 45 minutes.
The rest of the day is yours to settle in. St Kilda's beaches and buzzing bar scene are close by, or you could take a stroll along the Yarra River as you get your first taste of the city.

OverNight

Melbourne

day 2Explore Melbourne

day 3Free Day in Melbourne

day 4Travel to Ayers Rock

day 5Sunrise at Uluru

day 6Travel to Sydney

day 7Explore Sydney

day 8Free Day in Sydney

day 9Travel to the Gold Coast

day 10Cruise the Gold Coast

day 11Free Day on the Gold Coast

day 12Travel to Cairns

day 13Explore Kuranda

day 14Free Day in Cairns

day 15Depart Cairns

What's Included

Accommodation

14 Nights accommodation in 3-4 star hotelsAirport arrival transfer from Melbourne to accommodationPanoramic Sydney Sights Half Day Tour: Hotel pick-up, small-group touring, drop-off at Circular Quay or Darling Harbour

Meals

Uluru Sunrise & Kata Tjuta Tour: Air-conditioned coach, driver guide, tea/coffee/hot chocolate at the sunrise viewing areaGold Coast Cruise: Waterways cruise, air-conditioned lower deck, 2-course buffet lunch, onboard commentaryKuranda Rainforestation Excursion: Army Duck rainforest tour, Tropical Fruit Orchard, Pamagirri Aboriginal Experience, Koala and Wildlife Park, Aussie BBQ lunch, return transfers from selected Cairns accommodation

Transport

Melbourne Discovery Day Tour: Air-conditioned vehicle transfers, guide commentary, historic photo presentation via QR code, onboard Wi-Fi

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