16 Day Australian Odyssey
16 days
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2 Cairns, 1 Ayers Rock, 2 Sydney, 3 Adelaide, 3 Hobart, 2 Melbourne
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Overview
Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule
Highlights
- Sail to the Low Isles and spend a relaxing day exploring the Great Barrier Reef Embark on a hike near the base of Uluru (Ayers Rock) View many of Sydney's highlights, including the famous Opera House and the Rocks Visit the Cleland Wildlife Park, home to some of Australia's emblematic inhabitants Explore the renowned Barossa Valley with its famed wineries and enjoy tastings Take a walking tour of Hobart, the capital city of Tasmania and learn about its history Tour Port Arthur, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and former penal settlement Experience the dramatic landscapes of Bruny Island, Tasmania's hidden gem Discover Melbourne's food scene with a walking tour
What's this trip about?
2 Cairns, 1 Ayers Rock, 2 Sydney, 3 Adelaide, 3 Hobart, 2 Melbourne
Details
Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - 24 max
Age range18 years and up
Flights and transport
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End CityOperator does not provide
Travel Themes
Trip includes
- Small groups of maximum 22 travelers guaranteed Flights Los Angeles-Cairns, Melbourne-Los Angeles Airline taxes & fuel surcharges Intra-flights: Cairns-Ayers Rock, Ayers Rock-Sydney, Sydney-Adelaide, Adelaide-Hobart, and Hobart-Melbourne. 13 nights First Class accommodations
- 2 nights Cairns 1 night Ayers Rock 2 nights Sydney 3 nights Adelaide 3 nights Hobart 2 nights Melbourne Hotel taxes, fees & service charges Hotel porterage All transfers 29 meals: 13 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 10 dinners Beer and wine included with all dinners Sightseeing per itinerary in modern air-conditioned vehicles Services of English-speaking tour manager throughout Comprehensive, guided sightseeing and entrance fees per itinerary Active itinerary with unique cultural features
Itinerary
DAY 1, Monday - Depart for Australia
Depart for Australia
DAY 2, Tuesday - En Route
Cross the International date line en route to Australia and skip a day ahead
DAY 3, Wednesday - Arrive in Cairns
Welcome to Australia! Arrive in Cairns, the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef, and transfer to your hotel. This evening, attend an orientation meeting with your Tour Manager at approximately 5:30 PM, followed by a light dinner. We recommend you select flights which arrive no later than 3:30 PM
Overnight: Cairns
Meals: Dinner
DAY 4, Thursday - Green Island & Great Barrier Reef
Travel by high-speed catamaran to beautiful Green Island, a 6000-year-old coral cay located in the Great Barrier Reef. The Island, a Marine National Park, with its unique reef and rainforest, is home to 126 native plant species, colorful birds and magnificent coral garde...
DAY 5, Friday - Flight to Ayers Rock, Sounds of Silence
Depart Cairns on flight to Uluru, also known as Ayers Rock, in the southern part of the Northern Territory in central Australia. This iconic monolith was created over some 600 million years. Uluru is a sacred place and has a great spiritual meaning for the Aborigines of ...
DAY 6, Saturday - Sunrise Field of Lights, Flight to Sydney
This morning, rise early to partake in the Sunrise Field of Lights experience. Drive to a desert location with striking views of Uluru. Walk through the paths glistening with 50,000 colored lights and make your way to a raised viewing area for coffee, tea, or hot chocola...
DAY 7, Sunday - Explore Sydney
The panoramic tour of Sydney begins at historic and fashionable Paddington with its unique terrace houses. Afterward, stop at Mrs. Macquarie's Chair. Continuing the drive, pass by historic buildings including the Parliament House, St. Mary's Cathedral and the Queen Victo...
DAY 8, Monday - Flight to Adelaide
Board your flight this morning for the cosmopolitan city of Adelaide on the shores of St Vincent Gulf. Check into the hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure before dinner tonight
Overnight: Adelaide
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 9, Tuesday - Central Market Food Tour, Cleland Wildlife Park
Embark on a food tour around Adelaide's Central Market, located in the heart of the city. Walk through the market accompanied by an expert local foodie guide and view stalls filled with fresh food produced in South Australia. Interact with the vendors, hear their storie...
DAY 10, Wednesday - Tour the Barossa Valley
Begin the day with a drive through the beautiful Adelaide Hills to the Barossa Valley. Visit a local winery located in the heart of the Barossa Valley. Take an immersive cooperage tour and observe wine barrel making. Enjoy a delectable lunch and wine tastings. In the aft...
DAY 11, Thursday - Flight to Hobart
Depart Adelaide this morning and transfer to the airport for your flight to Hobart, the capital of Tasmania. The city was founded by the British in the early 1800's as a penal colony. Arrive and check into the hotel. Spend free time before dinner tonight
Overnight: Hobart
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 12, Friday - Port Arthur, Harbor Cruise, Lavender Farm
Head south this morning to the Tasman Peninsula. Visit Port Arthur Historic Site, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. During the guided walking tour of the area, gain insight into its history as a convict colony. Later, take a cruise of the harbor and view the Isle of the Dead...
DAY 13, Saturday - Discover Bruny Island
Today, travel via ferry to Bruny island, off the coast of Hobart. The island is known for its dramatic landscapes, sandy beaches and gourmet produce. During the tour* you will taste artisan cheeses, famous Bruny oysters, premium wines, beer, local honey and fudge. You wi...
DAY 14, Sunday - Flight to Melbourne, City Tour
Board your flight this morning for the beautiful Victorian city of Melbourne on the shores of Port Phillip Bay. Today's tour of Melbourne highlights the blend of the city's cultures, monuments and scenic delights, from the splendid gardens to the riverside complexes and ...
DAY 15, Monday - Walking Food Tour
This morning, embark on a walking food tour of Melbourne and sample a range of delicious local food and drinks. During this tour, your local guide will take you on a journey through the heart of the city. Mix with the locals and discover some off the beaten path eateries...
DAY 16, Tuesday - Depart Australia
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight
Meals: Breakfast
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Last Updated: 2/23/2024
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