MAKE TRAVEL MATTER Experience UluruKata Tjuta National Park, a UNESCO Heritage World Heritage site, and witness unforgettable sunset and sunrise Join a guided Uluru Base Tour and hear stories of the Anangu MAKE TRAVEL MATTER Experience Join an Anangu artist to try your hand at Aboriginal Dot Painting Walk through two of the tallest domes of Kata Tjuta at Walpa Gorge Cruise out to the Great Barrier Reef a UNESCO World Heritage site Join a private guided tour of the Sydney Opera House Cruise around Sydney Harbour and see the famous Sydney Harbour Bridge Take a stroll along the promenade at Sydneys Bondi Beach Learn about Indigenous art on a guided tour and Be My Guest lunch at the Art Gallery of New South Wales
Transport
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Guide
Experienced Driver Guide
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Discover the icons of Australia on this 13-day small group journey from Naarm (Melbourne) to Uluru, the Great Barrier Reef, and Warrane (Sydney), where natural wonders and vibrant cities unfold in seamless contrast. Gain a deeper cultural connection through MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experiences with the local Anangu people, explore Melbourne laneways, go on a behind-the-scenes tour of the Sydney Opera House, enjoy snorkelling in the Great Barrier Reef and more. With a maximum of 24 guests, enjoy a balance of guided highlights and the freedom to explore at your own pace.
day 1Welcome to Naarm (Melbourne)
Arrive in Naarm (Melbourne) and settle into your hotel on the Yarra River. This evening, meet your Travel Director and fellow travellers for a welcome dinner at South Wharf, a relaxed introduction that feels more personal in a small group setting.
Meals
Dinner
Location Visited
Melbourne
Accommodation
Crowne Plaza Hotel Melbourne
day 2Melbourne Sightseeing & Free Time
day 3Melbourne Free Time
day 4Melbourne - Uluru (Ayers Rock)
day 5Uluru & Kata Tjuta
day 6Uluru - Gimuy (Cairns)
day 7Cairns Free Time
day 8Great Barrier Reef
day 9Cairns - Warrane (Sydney)
day 10Sydney Highlights
day 11Sydney Free Time
day 12Sydney
day 13Farewell from Sydney
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