Day 1
Sydney
Arrive at any time and meet your tour leader (known as your Chief Experience Officer, or CEO) for a welcome meeting.
Overnight: Rydges Sydney Central or similar.
Day 2
Sydney/Manly Beach
Explore the stunning city of Sydney, starting with a walking tour of some of the city's iconic landmarks. Arrive at Circular Quay and take a ferry across the harbour to Manly Beach. Enjoy some free time in Manly with the guidance of your tour leader for some must-visit spots. Opt to surf, relax on the beach or indulge in a bite to eat.
Overnight: Rydges Sydney Central or similar.
Day 3
Sydney
The day is yours to spend as you wish - Sydney is a vibrant city with no shortage of things to do. Perhaps you will choose to explore The Rocks area, home to the city's Museum of Modern Art, or the thrill seekers may wish to tackle the Sydney Harbour Bridge climb. The opportunities are endless. As night falls, join your tour group for a meal at a local restaurant.
Overnight: Rydges Sydney Central or similar (dinner included).
Day 4
Sydney/Yulara
Catch a flight to Yulara, the gateway to Uluru and the Red Centre. In the afternoon, explore the breath-taking Kata Tjuta National Park, the Walpa Gorge Walk and the surrounding area. Enjoy a beautiful sunset over Uluru before heading back to camp for a traditional outdoor dinner.
Overnight: Uluru Camp or similar (dinner included).
Day 5
Yulara/Kings Canyon 300km
Watch the stunning sunrise over the iconic Uluru, one of Australia's Indigenous landmarks, and walk through the culturally significant areas of Uluru. Learn more abut these sacred sites, adding depth to the experience. Next, travel to the Kings Canyon region and your tented camp in the bush.
Overnight: Kings Canyon Camp or similar (breakfast, lunch and dinner included).
Day 6
Kings Canyon/Alice Springs 321km
In the cooler morning temperates, hike around Kings Canyon and choose between the challenging three-hour Rim Walk hike along the upper rim of Kings Canyon or the more leisurely one-hour option through the canyon valley. After your hike, relax on a drive east to Alice Springs.
Overnight: Alice Springs Hotel or similar (breakfast and lunch included).
Day 7
Alice Springs/Melbourne
Alice Springs, rich in Indigenous history, is also home to the historic Telegraph Station, which once linked Australia from top to bottom in the 19th century, integrating the country into the wider British Empire. Take some time to learn about the station’s troubling history, particularly when it ceased operations and became a boarding house for Indigenous children.
In the afternoon you’ll fly to Melbourne where the rest of the day is at your leisure.
Overnight: Causeway 353 Hotel or similar.
Day 8
Melbourne
Melbourne is well connected by public transport, and easy to explore on foot. Begin your day with a guided laneways tour through some of the city’s famous (and lesser-known) spots. Then, visit the Queen Victoria Market where you can choose to purchase lunch from the many food stalls. In the afternoon, head to the Royal Botanic Gardens of Melbourne, a 38-hectare space with over 800 plant species from around the globe.
Overnight: Causeway 353 Hotel or similar.
Day 9
Melbourne
With a day at leisure, there’s plenty of time to craft your perfect Melbourne day. You might want to visit the Phillip Island Penguin Parade or embark on a full-day tour along the Great Ocean Road.
Overnight: Causeway 353 Hotel or similar.
Optional experience: 12 Apostles, Otways & Great Ocean Road.
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Melbourne/Cairns
Fly to Cairns, the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef.
Overnight: Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns or similar.
Day 11
Cairns/Cape Tribulation 140km
Today, head to the north and arrive at Cape Tribulation. Stop along the way to visit Mossman Gorge and take an interpretive walk through the Daintree Rainforest.
Overnight: Cape Tribulation Beach House or similar (breakfast and lunch included).
Day 12
Cape Tribulation
With a free day to explore all that the area has to offer, opt for a trip to the Great Barrier Reef or explore Daintree National Park.
Overnight: Cape Tribulation Beach House or similar (breakfast included).
Optional experiences: Great Barrier Reef visit, Daintree National Park visit, Daintree Rainforest night walk.
Day 13
Cape Tribulation/Cairns 140km
In the afternoon, take in the beautiful scenery on your return to Cairns and enjoy some free time to explore the city. On the way, stop in Port Douglas and perhaps grab lunch at a local market.
Overnight: Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns or similar (breakfast included).
Day 14
Cairns/Airlie Beach 623km
Set off early for a full day’s journey to Airlie Beach, with beautiful views of the landscape along the way.
Overnight: Whitsunday Vista Holiday Apartments or similar (breakfast included).
Day 15
Airlie Beach
Enjoy a day on the water, boating around the Whitsunday Islands and exploring the Great Barrier Reef. Choose to swim or snorkel, and hike to an island lookout with views of the stunning Whitehaven Beach,with pristine white sand. Return to Airlie Beach in the evening.
Overnight: Whitsunday Vista Holiday Apartments or similar (lunch included).
Optional experiences: Great Barrier Reef snorkelling.
Day 16
Airlie Beach/Byron Bay
Fly to Brisbane and transfer to Byron Bay for two nights in this laid-back destination.
Overnight: Byron Beachcomber or similar.
Day 17
Byron Bay
Enjoy a free morning to explore Byron Bay, or choose to head out on a kayaking tour. In the afternoon, take a surf lesson with a trained instructor, learning the basics before hitting the waves.
Overnight: Byron Beachcomber or similar.
Optional experiences: Cape Byron lighthouse visit, Byron Bay Ocean kayaking.
Day 18
Byron Bay/Port Macquarie 397km
In the morning, stroll through Byron and visit local shops or enjoy a final coffee by the beach. Then, head to coastal Port Macquarie, surrounded by national parks. Enjoy the evening in this beautiful setting.
Overnight: El Paso Motor Inn or similar.
Day 19
Port Macquarie/Blue Mountains 500km
On this day, travel from Port Macquarie to the stunning Blue Mountains, known for soaring sandstone ridges. During the journey, look out for charming mountain towns, ancient Aboriginal rock art, lush green valleys, and dramatic cliffs. Whether shrouded in mist or bathed in golden sunlight, the views are stunning.
Overnight: Leisure Inn Spires or similar (breakfast included).
Day 20
Blue Mountains
Further explore the Blue Mountains, experiencing the natural beauty of thus World Heritage site. Discover the areas surrounding Leura and Katoomba - see the famous Three Sisters, walk in Jamison Valley, and ride through the rainrorest on the Scenic Railway, the steepest railway in the world.
Overnight: Leisure Inn Spires or similar.
Day 21
Blue Mountains/Sydney 141km
In the morning, leave the Blue Mountains behind to journey back to Sydney. Upon arrival, enjoy an orientation walk before some free time to further explore the city. You might choose to rent a bike, wander through the botanical gardens, or visit the iconic Opera House.
Overnight: Rydges Sydney Central or similar.
Optional experience: Sydney Opera House visit.
Day 22
Sydney
Relax and enjoy Sydney at your own pace. Spend the day at Bondi Beach, or opt for a night out with your group.
Overnight: Rydges Sydney Central or similar.
Optional experiences: Coogee Beach to Bondi Beach coastal walk, jet boat ride, Sydney Opera House visit.
Day 23
Sydney
Today your adventure comes to an end - say goodbye to Sydney and either fly home or continue your travels.
