Perfect for the independent traveler intent on discovering every hidden corner of the land down under . Visit cosmopolitan Melbourne , Kangaroo Island for spectacular scenery , the Red Centre to be immersed in ancient Indigenous culture , the Top End for incredible wildlife and the East Coast for the wonders that are the Great Barrier Reef and the harbor city , Sydney .
Short Breaks
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KAKADU
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DARWIN
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ALICE SPRINGS |
AYERS ROCK |
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Kings Canyon
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Uluru |
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( Ayers Rock ) |
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KANGAROO ISLAND 1
ADELAIDE
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The Twelve Apostles
Kuranda 3
CAIRNS
MELBOURNE
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Great Barrier Reef Cruise
Overnight stays Sightseeing stops
SYDNEY 3
Kings Canyon
19 days from
USD 2769 CAD 3785
Per Person Twin Share Land Only
Melbourne to Sydney
Code : MS19
Accommodation |
Code |
USD Twin Per Person |
USD Single * Per Person |
Low Season |
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Standard |
MS19R |
2769 |
3785 |
Superior |
MS19S |
3155 |
4475 |
High Season |
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Standard |
MS19R |
3075 |
4165 |
Superior |
MS19S |
3525 |
5065 |
Accommodation |
Code |
CAD Twin Per Person |
CAD Single * Per Person |
Low Season |
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Standard |
MS19R |
3445 |
4709 |
Superior |
MS19S |
3925 |
5569 |
High Season |
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Standard |
MS19R |
3829 |
5185 |
Superior |
MS19S |
4379 |
6295 |
* Single traveler must pay the single price .
Low Season 01 Apr 17 – 31 May 17 and 01 Dec 17 – 31 Mar 18
High Season 01 Jun 17 – 30 Nov 17
Departs : Daily ( Apr-Nov ), Mon ( Dec-Feb ) and Mon & Fri ( Mar )
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venue for an Aussie barbecue dinner . There is time for stargazing ( weather permitting ). Hotel : Desert Gardens Hotel ( standard ) or Sails in the Desert Hotel ( superior ), Ayers Rock Resort , 2 nights . B D
Day 9 : Kings Canyon Drive through sandhill country into Watarrka National Park . Now get ready for spectacular sightseeing . You ’ re off on a 6km rim walk exploration of Kings Canyon , which will reward you with marvellous views of Watarrka National Park . You ’ ll be able to see as far as the horizon and get a real feel for the grand scale of this natural wonder . An easier walk along the boulder-strewn canyon creek bed is also available . B
Day 10 : Ayers Rock – Darwin Travel to the sunrise viewing area at Uluru and watch the first rays of sunlight creep across the desert plains . Afterwards , you ’ ll fly to Darwin , where the rest of your day is free for you to do as you choose . Hotel : Travelodge Mirambeena Resort ( standard ) or Mantra on the Esplanade ( superior ), Darwin . B
Day 11 : Darwin – Kakadu Travel via the meandering Adelaide River and Marrakai Plains deep into Kakadu National Park to board a cruise on the Yellow Water Billabong with our local guide to spot crocodiles and prolific bird life . This afternoon you ’ ll stop at Nourlangie to view its Aboriginal rock art . Hotel : Aurora Kakadu ( standard ) or Mercure Kakadu Crocodile Hotel ( superior ), Jabiru . B L
Day 12 : Kakadu – Darwin Travel to Ubirr for a guided walk to see Aboriginal rock art
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and later , visit the Bowali Visitor Centre . Then join the Guluyambi Cruise along the East Alligator River in search of saltwater crocodiles . Hotel : Travelodge Mirambeena Resort ( standard ) or Mantra on the Esplanade ( superior ), Darwin . B L
Day 13 : Darwin – Cairns Transfer to Darwin Airport for your flight to Cairns . Hotel : DoubleTree by Hilton ( standard ) or Hilton Hotel ( superior ), Cairns , 3 nights . B
Day 14 : Great Barrier Reef Board a high speed catamaran and cruise out to the Great Barrier Reef for an unforgettable day . See a myriad of coral and tropical fish from an underwater observatory and semi-submersible craft . There ’ s the opportunity to go snorkeling and view this natural living wonder up close ( equipment provided ). Enjoy a tropical buffet lunch before returning to Cairns . B L
Day 15 : Tjapukai – Skyrail – Kuranda
Visit the award-winning Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park , where the legends of the Dreamtime are brought to life in a rainforest setting . Learn about this ancient culture through theater , shows and dance demonstrations . Travel on the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway high above the canopy of the rainforest to the picturesque village of Kuranda , where you ’ ll have free time to stroll through the Kuranda Heritage Markets . Board the famous Kuranda Scenic Railway for a breathtaking rail journey over the Barron Gorge , through the coastal sugarcane fields to Freshwater Station . B
Day 16 : Cairns – Sydney Transfer to Cairns Airport for your flight to spectacular Sydney . This evening is free for you to relax or explore . Hotel : Vibe Hotel ( standard ) or Sofitel Sydney Wentworth ( superior ), Sydney , 3 nights . B
Day 17 : Sydney This morning cross the Sydney Harbour Bridge and stop at Milsons Point to photograph fabulous views of the city skyline . Visit Manly surf beach and return to the city for a Sydney Harbour cruise including a delicious buffet lunch . Later , see the Sydney Opera House , Royal Botanic Gardens , Mrs . Macquarie ’ s Chair and Kings Cross . Top off the day with a visit to famous Bondi Beach , where you can wander along the shoreline and dip your toes in the cool ocean before returning to the city . B L
Day 18 : Sydney ‘ Free Time ’ Today is free for you to explore Sydney or perhaps shop for last minute souvenirs in the historic Rocks district . B
Day 19 : Farewell from Sydney Your vacation concludes this morning after breakfast . You will be transferred to Sydney Airport to connect with your onward flight . B
Alice Springs
Flight information
Day 1 – flights to arrive anytime into Melbourne Airport
Day 19 – flights to depart anytime from Sydney Airport
Airfares are not included in the prices above .
Internal-vacation flights
Land Only price requires the following internalvacation flights to be purchased separately in order
to fulfil the vacation itinerary : Day 3 from Melbourne to Adelaide – Flights anytime Day 6 from Adelaide to Alice Springs – QF723
Day 10 from Ayers Rock to Darwin – QF1940 & QF1936
Day 13 Darwin to Cairns – Flights anytime Day 16 from Cairns to Sydney – Flights anytime
Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park