SYDNEY - CAIRNS - MELBOURNE - HOBART - ADELAIDE
 ALICE SPRINGS - AYERS ROCK - DARWIN (tented camp or hotels)
 Twin/double accommodation at first class or deluxe hotels, airport transfers by private car,
touring by private vehicle or small group tour, scheduled cruise or train service, 
entry fees and meals where indicated, 10% GST.
 All arrangements customized for individuals and groups - prices on request.
 Services subject to availability at time of booking, min 45 days prior to travel.
 Select your own combination - stay for a week or a month!

ULTIMATE SYDNEY TOUR 4 nights/5 days
Day 1 Sydney - Met on arrival and transfer to your hotel.
Accommodation: Sydney (4 nights)

Day 2 Sydney Old and New (B)
Departing your city hotel we travel to the charming Rocks area where you take a stroll around the historic area with its quaint old cottages, pubs and churches. Rejoin the vehicle and travel along Macquarie St – the seat of government for NSW, the Mint and Hyde Park Barracks. Traveling past St. Mary’s Cathedral you visit Mrs. Macquarie’s Chair for an unsurpassed view of Sydney Harbour, the Opera House and Bridge. Continuing along the shores of Sydney Harbour you travel through Kings Cross, Double Bay and Rose Bay. Passing the up-market real estate we pause briefly for a morning tea in the beautiful Sydney Harbour National Park. We then travel further to South Head with its breathtaking view of Sydney Harbour and the City. Take a short stroll along the cliff tops and rejoin the vehicle to continue to Bondi Beach and Centennial Park to the city.
Afternoon at leisure.

Day 3 Blue Mountains 4WD Adventure (B,L)
This fantastic Eco tour begins at your hotel and heads westwards across the coastal plain to the Great Dividing Range of Australia. It is here we leave the average Blue Mountains tourist behind d and enter the National Park to unlock a piece of Australia you would never have known existed. We visit an ancient Aboriginal site and outstanding lookouts; examine rock formations and the unusual plants and wildlife that abound the area. From the quaint little village of Leura we skirt around Cliff Drive to Katoomba where you will find yourself looking out over the magnificent Jamieson Valley (Australia’s Grand Canyon) and the Three Sisters. We enjoy a delicious barbeque lunch including a selection of fine Australian wines with a cheese platter under the canopy of the Australian bush.
Before returning to Sydney we drop into a hidden valley where we roam the area seeking out the many kangaroos that graze in the wild (conditions permitting) Reluctantly we leave the National Park for return to our hotel passing through the Olympic 2000 site on route.

Day 4 Harbour cruise, Opera House (B,L,D)
Cruise the world’s most beautiful harbour and enjoy a delicious buffet lunch as you pass the Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge and bays.
This evening a special treat – an Evening at Sydney’s world famous Opera House with guided tour, dinner and selected performance. Transfers to and from the Opera House included.

Day 5 Depart (B)
Transfer to airport for flight.

ULTIMATE CAIRNS TOUR 4 nights/5 days
Day 1 Cairns
Met on arrival and transfer to hotel
Accommodation: Cairns (4 nights)

Day 2 Great Barrier Reef (B,L)
Visit the Great Barrier Reef, a true wonder of the world, to see coral formations, a kaleidoscope of color. The lagoon offers swimming, snorkeling or scuba diving, presentation by a marine biologist, semi-submersible reef viewing, tropical buffet lunch, helicopter flight for spectacular Reef views.

Day 3 Ultimate Kuranda Experience (B,L)
Travel by steam train through hand hewn tunnels and over gorges to Kuranda, with time to explore village and market (open W/Th/F/Su). Return on Skyrail, gliding over the rainforest canopy to Caravonica Lakes. Discover ancient Aboriginal culture at Tjapukai Aboriginal Park including a performance by the Tjapukai Aboriginal Dancers.

Day 4 Cape Tribulation Rainforest (B L)
Travel through the sugar cane and pineapple plantations toward the Daintree River where we join our. The cruise takes us through areas where the rainforest meets overhead and crocodiles can normally be seen basking on the muddy banks. We enjoy a home prepared morning tea whilst cruising the placid waters before returning to our vehicle to cross the river aboard a barge. We enter the Daintree Rainforest making our way to Cape Tribulation where we stroll through the rainforest to the shores of the Coral Sea. Here we view the bay against the backdrop of the dense rainforest. We enjoy a delicious lunch under the canopy of the forest before traveling along the Bloomfield Track to Woobadda creek. After exploring the area we return along the track taking a stroll deep into the rainforest. Returning to the vehicle we travel Southward and enter the Mossman Gorge with its breathtaking waterfalls and rushing waters. Drop off at hotel in the late afternoon.

Day 5 Depart (B)
Transfer to airport for flight.

ULTIMATE MELBOURNE TOUR 4 nights/5 days
Day 1 Melbourne
Met on arrival and transfer to hotel.
Accommodation: Melbourne (4 nights)

Day 2 City, Gardens, Colonial Tramcar dinner (B,D)
This morning discover the diversity of this multi-cultural city on this tour. See historical buildings, beautiful gardens, and shopping areas famous for their restaurants and fashion. Melbourne is the sporting city. Melbournians are passionate about their Aussie Rules footy and almost all sports known to mankind. Travel past the sporting precinct that became famous in the 1956 Olympic Games and now roars to the cheers of Aussie Rules crowds each weekend. See the nearby Rod Laver Tennis Centre that host the Australian Tennis Open each year. Melbourne is home to people from all over the world and this cultural diversity is expressed in the food and fashion centers. Walk along the shopping strips of up-market traditional Toorak, funky Chapel Street Prahran or culturally Vietnamese Bridge Street Richmond. Return to the Melbourne botanic Gardens for the morning / afternoon tea near the banks of the Yarra River. Drive to the Italian precinct of Lygon Street Carlton and see the historic Exhibition Buildings alongside the ultramodern Melbourne Museum. Finish your tour at the bustling activity of Queen Victoria Markets where huge range of fresh produce, exotic foods, clothing and artifacts are sold amidst a chorus of stallholders. Note: Queen Victoria Markets are not open Mon/Wed.
This evening enjoy dinner on board the Colonial Tramcar restaurant. As it cruises the scenic streets of Melbourne, diners can enjoy fine cuisine and drink the very best of Australian wines.

Day 3 Koalas and Wine Tour (B,L)
From Melbourne city centre, travel through a cross section of suburbs to the eucalypt forests of Warrandyte. Enjoy a short stroll with your guide with a chance to see the diverse birdlife and koalas that inhabit the forest. Your guide will bring the natural history of this region to life. A short drive to a nearby forest area will enable you the chance to see wild kangaroos relaxing in their natural habitat. Drive downward into the rich greenness of Yarra Valley. Over 50 wineries are established in the valley, varying in size from small family vineyards to large international establishments. We visit historic wineries for wine tastings and browse at a display of fine artwork. Lunch will be at the award winning Eyton Restaurant at Rochford Winery. Enjoy superb food looking onto the vineyards. After lunch, visit a boutique winery for further wine tastings. Drive through the valley to the cool and inviting forests of the Dandenong Ranges. The tall wet eucalypt forests feature the large mountain ash trees and verdant canopy of tree ferns. A short walk with your guide takes you along a fern gully stream deep into the forest. The mimicking calls of the lyrebird can sometimes be heard. Return to city centre through the established suburbs of South Eastern Melbourne.

Day 4 Fairy Penguin Parade (B,D)
This fascinating experience takes you southeast of the city through the rich Gippsland coastal region. Visit a boutique winery overlooking Westernport Bay hearing colorful stories about explorers, sealers and whalers who settled this region. Phillip Island is known as the wildlife island. Walk amongst the treetops at the Koala Conservation Centre to see a protected koala company. Walk with your guide in nature reserve bushland and wetlands. The walk provides the opportunity to see wallabies and a range of bird life in the wild. Penguins come ashore each evening at dusk from their ocean feeding grounds. The large penguin colony enters the beach in groups and “walk and talk” loudly as they work their way into the dunes where their nest burrows are situated. Boardwalks enable the visitor to gain close contact with the penguins in the dune area. Enjoy a fish and chip dinner at the Jetty Restaurant in Cowes at Phillip Island. Return to Melbourne inland, arriving late evening.

Day 5 Depart (B)
Transfer to airport for flight.

ULTIMATE HOBART TOUR 3 nights/4 days
Day 1 Hobart
On arrival in Hobart met and transfer to hotel
Accommodation: Hobart (3 nights)

Day 2 Historic Port Arthur (B,L)
Today we travel around the historic birthplace of this fascinating city - Constitution Docks and Battery Point and across the Tasman Bridge to Sorell and onto Forestier and Tasmanian Peninsulas. As we enter the Peninsula, we are greeted with breathtaking scenery. We visit the tessellated pavement, Tasman Arch, The Blowhole and the ruggedly beautiful coastline around Devil's Kitchen. Rejoining the vehicle after a short stroll we continue onto Port Arthur. The settlement was created to put fear and hatred into the minds of those unfortunate enough to be sent there. Visit the ruins of the settlement whilst hearing tales of the hardships suffered by the convicts. We board a short cruise around the harbour, and enjoy a light lunch before re-boarding our vehicle for Hobart.

Day 3 Historic Richmond and Ross (B)
This historic journey takes us northwards across the Tasman bridge to the quaint village of Richmond. Here we visit Australia’s oldest bridge, the Jail St John's and St Luke's Churches. Rejoining the vehicle we continue onto Ross, Tasmania’s finest heritage village, We visit the Wool centre where we can follow the history of the production of fine wool, as well as an historical exhibit on the history of the area. Ross was also home to the Female factory where convict women were put to work sewing and laundering garments. Some 12,000 women were transported over the 50 year convict era. From Ross it is off to Campbelltown and the forest areas toward the coast at Swansea.  We call in at Kate's Berry Farm with magnificent views across the bay. Maybe enjoy a local made ice-cream or taste the home made jams. Continuing down the coast we are met with outstanding views of the coastline and winter forest country as we journey back to Hobart.

Day 4 Depart (B)
Departure transfer to airport.

ULTIMATE ADELAIDE TOUR 3 nights/4 days
Day 1 Adelaide
On arrival in Adelaide met and transfer to hotel
Accommodation: Adelaide (3 nights)

Day 2 Adelaide City Tour (B)
The most understated of Australia's state capitals, Adelaide is a charming, medium-sized city with a contemporary edge. It has a dry, Mediterranean climate, which ensures the greenery of the parks and gardens year round and makes the many outdoor restaurants and sidewalk cafes very tempting. We will show you the highlights of the city and Adelaide Hills on this half day tour. We start our tour at Victoria Square. Eight acres in extent, it was laid out as the principal square of Colonel Light's plan of Adelaide in March 1837. He refers to it on his first map as 'the great square'. The center of attraction in VS is the General Post Office, an impressive building with an elaborate main hall and a clock tower. This is a great way to start to orientate yourself. From here we head North west and towards Parliament House. This classical building with its majestic marble columns is a beautiful example of nineteenth century architecture. We then head down to the banks of the Torrens River for morning tea., where you have time to wander the walkways in the immediate area. We make the short journey to Morphett St Bridge, then stroll north up the hill, walking away from the city for some amazing photos of the Adelaide sky line, and also views of the grandstands of the Adelaide Oval. To finish up your morning we head out of the city, into the Adelaide Hills and enter the town of Hahndorf. Settled in 1839 by Prussian and East German immigrants, Hahndorf is Australia's oldest surviving German settlement. The young German women of the town packed eggs, butter and vegetables and walked 25 kilometer through the night to sell their wares in Adelaide. There are two places we will concentrate our time on here. Firstly, The Cedars, Hahndorf home for 56 years to the renowned artist Sir Hans Heysen. We will wander the historic house, studio and gardens and view the extensive selection of the artist's work still owned by the Heysen family. Then to finish this half day we stop at an historic farm which dates back to the 1830's when the a German immigrant family settled the village of Hahndorf. The farm boasts traditional crops and more recently has established an international reputation for its interesting and varied jams, home style pickles, chutneys and sauces. We will have you back in Adelaide in time for lunch.

Day 3 Full day Barossa Valley & wine tour (B, L)
There are many wine regions in Australia but this area is especially unique. The combination of a rich European heritage and the fresh vitality of Australia is embodied in the lifestyle of the Barossa. The peaceful rural setting hides many treasures such as magnificent old churches, wineries and historic cottages. After leaving the main city centre we head north, over the Torrens River and into the Torrens Gorge. Covering 400 square kilometers of land, this area prides itself on its unspoiled beauty and love of the great outdoors. You may be lucky enough to see kangaroos and emus grazing near the road before venturing to the Chain of Ponds, which features a breathtaking backdrop of giant reservoirs and towering pine trees. We make our way to Williamstown and admire the beautiful stone buildings before having morning tea from the historic Lyndoch bakery. We admire the panoramic views offered from Menglers Hill Lookout, which gives you fantastic photographic opportunities looking out onto the Barossa Valley, before a visit to The Angas Park Fruit Company at the charming stone brick town of Angaston. We will even get the chance to sample some of the renowned range of dried fruit. Lunch will be at 1918 Bistro & Grill. Set within an old villa set back from the road it has a lovely garden setting during summer and open fires inside during winter. The cuisine is Modern Australian with an ever changing menu. The afternoon will then be spent amongst the vineyards and wineries that make this area so popular and famous around the world. This afternoon will be created to suit your palate. whether you prefer the red or white, dry or sweet, our guide will discuss with everyone what they prefer and visit wineries appropriate to your taste. This is the joy of a small personalized group. The day will finish with a stop to view the most famous of all premium Australian wine, Grange. At Penfolds Magill Estate we will enjoy a comprehensive tasting in the original Still Room, tour the historic Magill Cellars and view a complete set of Grange. These wines are worth several hundred dollars per bottle so have your wallet at the ready! That ends your magical day with us and we will have you back in town early evening.

Day 4 Depart (B)
Transfer to the airport for your flight.

ULTIMATE ALICE SPRINGS TOUR 2 nights/3 days
Day 1 Alice Springs Town Tour, evening Aboriginal performance (D)
Met on arrival and transfer to hotel.
This afternoon a tour of Alice visiting Anzac Hill, the Old Telegraph Station, Royal Flying Doctor Base supporting life in the Outback, before drop off at hotel.
Tonight the Red Centre Dreaming – dinner and show with authentic, traditional performance featuring dancing weaponry, interaction, didgeridoo playing and cultural history. Enjoy a glass of sparkling wine on arrival followed by a three course dinner accompanied by wine and soft drink served with the main course. ‘Red Centre Dreaming’ is an interactive and unique entertainment in a ruggedly beautiful bushland setting. Hotel transfers included
Accommodation: Alice Springs (2 nights)

Day 2 Hot Air Ballooning, Camel Safari (B,D)
A hot air balloon flight this morning, over the rugged McDonnell ranges, seeing wildlife or the vast open spinifex plains, followed by a gourmet breakfast. The day is then free for you to enjoy Alice on your own. Tonight, Take a Camel to Dinner! Transfer to meet your camels, take a leisurely ride past magnificent gums trees on your way to the Camel Farm. Visit the museum before dinner, served with homemade bread and salads, Australian wine or beer.

Day 3 Depart (B)
Transfer to the airport for your flight.


ULTIMATE AYERS ROCK TOUR 2 nights/3 days
Day 1 - Olgas and Dunes tour
On arrival Ayers Rock transfer to hotel.
Our afternoon tour to the Olgas introduces you to the desert and its development. A short walk to the dune lookouts lets you delight in the spectacular panoramic view of the domes of Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) - a very sacred place to the Aboriginal people. Stroll into Walpa Gorge's grand recesses to hear how it has evolved over millions of years and discuss the secrets of plants, animal and human survival in the desert.
As the sun sets sit back and absorb the desert solitude or relax and chat to your guide about Australia's Red Centre over a glass of complimentary sparking wine.
Accommodation: Ayers Rock (2 nights)

Day 2 Spirit of Uluru tour and dinner under the Stars (B,D)
Morning tour to Uluru (Ayers Rock) where a short guided walk is taken to areas of special interest viewing rock art and waterholes whilst discovering the fascinating relationship the Anangu people have with Uluru. Absorb the images and gain an insight of how Uluru provided a tangible link with the creation time ancestors. Finally visit the remarkable Uluru Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre before returning to hotel. Picnic breakfast on tour included. Tonight, the Sounds of Silence tour for dinner under the stars – an experience not to be missed!

Day 3 Depart (B)
Transfer to airport.

ULTIMATE DARWIN TOUR 4 nights/5 days - hotels & tented camps May - Nov
Day 1 Darwin
Met on arrival and transfer to hotel.
Accommodation: Darwin (1 night)

Day 2 Three day Kakadu & Arnhem Land tour (B,L,D)
(Note: operates Tues. late May to early Nov.)
Leaving Darwin we travel to Fogg Dam to view wetlands of the Adelaide River before embarking for the bird hides of Mamukala Billabong in Kakadu National Park. After a picnic lunch, we travel to Nourlangie to view some of Kakadu’s spectacular rock-art. Then with permission of the Traditional Owners we cross the East Alligator River to enter Aboriginal owned Arnhem Land. We visit the Injalak Arts Centre in the Oenpelli community, for an opportunity to buy art direct, particularly the x-ray style of bark painting that originated from this locality. Afterwards, we depart for remote Arnhem Land arriving at sunset at a tented Safari Camp near Mt. Borradaile.
(Note: the drive into Arnhem Land to visit Oenpelli dependent on weather/road conditions and river heights. When impossible to dive, light plane transfers depart Jabiru to the Safari Camp. Itineraries subject to change at short notice.)
Accommodation: Tented Safari Camp (2 nights)

Day 3 Arnhem Land (B,L,D)
Today we wander and explore the restricted Traditional Art of the world-renowned Mt. Borradaile area. This is a rare and privileged cultural experience. Ramble through a maze of catacomb like caves thickly painted with Aboriginal art and discover traditional and contact phase artifacts tucked away in creviced. At sunset we take a boat cruise through the nationally significant wetlands of Arnhem Land’s Cooper Creek. Perhaps you can photograph your first crocodile or watch brolgas dance as your boat glides through one of the most prolific places for wildlife viewing.

Day 4 – Return to Darwin (B,L)
Go fishing for Barramundi or take in some more Aboriginal art, relax around the camp, take a rainforest walk or swim in a (crocodile-free) water lily sprinkled pool. The morning is yours. After lunch light aircraft transfer to Darwin flying over the spectacular Kakadu coastline. On arrival in Darwin transfer to your hotel
Accommodation: Darwin (1 night)

Day 5 Depart (B)
Transfer to the airport for your flight.


ULTIMATE DARWIN TOUR (B) 4 nights/5 days (hotels only)
Day 1 Darwin
Met on arrival and transfer to hotel
Accommodation: Darwin (1 night)

Day 2 Darwin to Kakadu National Park (B,L)
Note: tour departs on Wed and Sat only
Join small group scheduled service tour to explore the beautiful perennial waterfalls of Litchfield National Park and the cultural landscape of Kakadu National Park. We depart Darwin this morning and travel east along the Arnhem Highway across the Adelaide & Mary River systems towards Kakadu. A brief stop at the Bark Hut Inn before continuing across the South Alligator River floodplains and travel on to one of Kakadu’s famous rock art sites at Burrungui (Nourlangie Rock), where you will see ochre rock paintings, spanning a period of continuous occupation of this area for over 20,000 years. Your guide will explain the stories and mythology relating to the art. After lunch we continue on to the Warradjan Aboriginal Cultural Centre, an impressive building built in the shape of the local Pig Nosed turtle. Here you will learn more about the traditional Aboriginal owners of the park, their culture, beliefs and lifestyles. From here we continue our journey to this evening’s accommodation. Lunch on tour this day included.
Accommodation: Cooinda (1 night)

Day 3 Yellow Waters/Lake Bennett (B,L)
This morning we embark on a guided cruise of the world famous Yellow Water wetlands with the opportunity to see some of the myriad bird life and perhaps the awesome saltwater crocodile. Brolgas, Jabiru, Whistling Ducks, Radjah Shellduck & Magpie Geese together with many species of Kingfisher and Heron abound in these wetlands. After the cruise we travel south along through the South Alligator Valley to spend time in the southern, less visited section of Kakadu known as the stone country. A visit to this area will surely be a highlight. Gunlom was made famous in the movie “Crocodile Dundee” as Echo Pool. Here we have the opportunity to have a refreshing swim and explore the beautiful plunge pool. Leaving Kakadu we continue westward to the historic mining settlement of Pine Creek, site of a major gold rush a century ago and still a gold mining town today. After a brief look around the town, we continue to our overnight accommodation.
Accommodation: Lake Bennett (1 night)

Day 4 Litchfield National Park (B,L)
This morning our journey takes us to Litchfield National Park via the township of Batchelor. We visit the beautiful Wangi Falls and Tolmer Falls lookout two of the many waterfalls cascading from the Tabletop Ranges. Perhaps a swim in the plunge pool at the base of Wangi, or a walk to explore the surrounding monsoon rainforest. After lunch we travel on to Florence Falls, perhaps the prettiest of them all. There is also the opportunity to view the unique magnetic termite mounds before we leave the National Park and continue on to Darwin. Breakfast and lunch on this day included.
Accommodation: Darwin (1 night)
Note: in monsoon months Dec-Mar, some areas become inaccessible due to flooding,
so alternative areas will be visited.

Day 5 Darwin (B)
Transfer to airport

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