Australia Explorer

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Standard - 3 star

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Day 1 : Welcome to Melbourne, Australia

On arrival, you’ll be warmly greeted and escorted to the sophisticated 5-star Sofitel on Collins. The balance of this day is yours to relax or explore at your own pace.

Day 2 : Discover Melbourne

After breakfast, join our engaging Australian guide for a morning sightseeing tour, starting with an orientation walk to get a feel for the city’s lively spirit. As your tour continues, you’ll discover that Melbourne’s bustling streets are home to handsome Victorian b...

Day 3 : The Beautiful Mornington Peninsula

Today’s full-day excursion takes you outside of town to explore the dramatic coastal scenery, quiet fishing hamlets, picturesque farms, and award-winning vineyards of the Mornington Peninsula. Begin with an introduction to the town of Mornington and then continue to t...

Day 4 : Onward to Cairns, the Queensland Rainforest + Palm Cove

Check out after breakfast and transfer to the airport for your included flight to Cairns. On arrival, you’ll be met by our resident North Queensland guide to begin your adventures – starting in Kuranda, a mountain village surrounded by the vast expanse of pristine rai...

Day 5 : The Great Barrier Reef

After breakfast, you’ll be escorted to the Cairns Marina to embark your full-day cruise adventure to Michaelmas Cay on the Great Barrier Reef. Situated nearly 25 miles off the coast and close to the pristine outer reef systems, Michaelmas is the largest of the uninhab...

Day 6 : A Free Day in Paradise

This entire day is yours to enjoy the amenities and beachfront setting of our tropical resort. You can also wander into Palm Cove to shop, dine, explore and just enjoy its inviting ambience.  Meals B

Day 7 : Fly to Ayers Rock + Discover Kata Tjutu

We’ll take you to the airport today for your flight into the Outback. On arrival in Ayers Rock, you’ll be met and escorted to the Sails in the Desert; our enchanting resort is set amidst shading gum trees and surrounded by gardens of native shrubs and flowers. Later t...

Day 8 : Sunrise at Uluru + Bush Tucker Adventure

Arise early this morning for a delightful picnic breakfast in an al fresco setting that offers dramatic views of Uluru at sunrise – its vast presence seeming to emerge from the arid desert landscape as the day brightens. Enjoy a guided walk to a nearby waterhole as ou...

Day 9 : Onward to Sydney

You’ll be escorted to the airport today for your included flight to Sydney. On arrival, you’ll be greeted by our resident guide and transferred to the deluxe Sir Stamford, at Circular Quay Hotel, ideally located close to the waterfront in the heart of this vibrant city.  Meals B

Day 10 : Out and About in Sydney

Arise early this morning for our exclusive insiders-access tour of the iconic Sydney Opera House, a stunning architectural landmark with a dramatic harbor-front setting. Taking you behind the scenes to areas normally accessible only to staff and performers, you may ha...

Day 11 : At Leisure in Sydney

This day is yours to enjoy as you wish! Take advantage of our hotel’s heart-of-it-all location to explore more of this friendly city at your own pace. This evening, you’ll enjoy an unforgettable dinner cruise on one of the world’s most beautiful harbors. Take in the v...

Day 12 : Depart Sydney

After breakfast, you’ll be escorted to the airport for your onward journey.  Meals B

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Dates & Availability

Price From $7,599
Price per day$633
Last Updated: 10/30/2019

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Alexander + Roberts Reviews & Ratings

4.8/5  Excellent
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Kathleen

Mar 2018

Review of Australia Explorer

I would not recommend this trip to anyone until the logistic issues with the first half of the trip are resolved (alternate programs in Cairns in case the Great barr...

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Joseph

Mar 2018

Review of Australia Explorer

A very controversial trip effected by extreme weather conditions (hottest January ever recorded in Australia, flooding in Cairns causing all programs to be cancelled...

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Marshall

Mar 2018

Review of Australia Explorer

A friendly and diversified tour group and excellent tour guides!

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Claire

Mar 2018

Review of Australia Explorer

Enjoyed our guide, all the places we saw and the hotels.

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John

Mar 2018

Review of Australia Explorer

Was extremely happy with the time at Sydney. The Hotel was excellent, breakfasts excellent and tour guide was super. The tour guide was very professional, very infor...

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