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Crowned "The World's Most Liveable City" for seven years in a row, friendly Melbourne is the perfect place to begin your Australian self-drive adventure.

This compact, diverse metropolis is begging to be explored after settling into your comfortable accommodation. There are hidden charms around every corner, beautiful Botanic Gardens and chic city squares where you can soak up the atmosphere to your heart's content.

Accommodation: Melbourne - 3 Nights

Join this indulgent morning walk through Melbourne's beautiful back streets, and get orientated in the life of the city that locals love. Discover local designers and specialty retailers, that often are only found in the city. 

Some of the quirkiest cafes, independent designers, street art, architecture, and historical tales are found in these walkways, there is something for everyone, locals and visitors alike.

Morning tea is included before a restaurant lunch with a glass of wine. See over 30 stores on this casual stroll and return to those you like best in the afternoon: make a day of it in Marvellous Melbourne.

Included Meals: Breakfast

See the Penguin Parade and other natural treasures of Phillip Island on a full-day tour from Melbourne. Phillip Island is brimming with memorable wildlife experiences, but its headline act is the nightly Penguin Parade. 

Each night at dusk, thousands of little penguins - the largest colony in Australia of the world’s smallest penguin breed can be seen along the shores of Summerland Beach, waddling back to their beachside burrows after a day at sea.

Included Meals: Breakfast

Bid farewell to the city and fly to Australia's Red Centre for your first glimpse of magnificent Ayers Rock, or Uluru as it is also known. Ayers Rock stands 348 metres above the ground and reaches over 700 metres underground. 

Uluru is also home to the World Heritage listed Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, which is of extreme importance to the local Aboriginal people.

The Magical "Field of Light"

Tonight enjoy the Field of Light Installation with a Star Pass. Marvel at this desert spectacle of 50,000 glass spheres of Bruce Munro's amazing Field of Light installation.

You will be welcomed at a raised viewing area for canapés and chilled sparkling wine to the sounds of a didgeridoo. As the sun slowly sets, the coloured lights of 50,000 glass spheres come to life before you. Created by internationally acclaimed artist Bruce Munro, this magical installation has to be seen to be believed.

Included Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Ayers Rock - 3 Nights

Travel deep into Australia’s Red Centre on a fully guided 4WD adventure to Mt Conner, exploring remote desert landscapes, ancient salt lakes and the vast Curtin Springs cattle station. Learn about outback life and pastoral history before enjoying sunset views over the desert with sparkling wine and a hearty outback dinner. This immersive experience offers a quieter, off-the-beaten-track perspective of the Northern Territory’s iconic landscapes.

Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Set atop a secluded dune, this unforgettable evening combines a four-course menu showcasing native Australian flavours with premium wines, Indigenous storytelling and didgeridoo performances. As the sun sets across the Red Centre, enjoy an intimate atmosphere and exceptional outback hospitality beneath one of Australia’s most spectacular night skies.

Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Journey from the heart of Australia’s Red Centre to the tropical paradise of North Queensland with a flight from Uluru/Ayers Rock to Cairns. On arrival, enjoy a private transfer to Port Douglas along the spectacular coastal road lined with rainforest and Coral Sea views. Settle into your accommodation and soak up the relaxed elegance of this vibrant seaside town, perfectly placed for discovering the Great Barrier Reef

Accommodation: Port Douglas - 3 Nights

Travel deep into the ancient Daintree Rainforest on a full-day 4WD adventure, cruising the crocodile-filled Daintree River, exploring lush rainforest boardwalks and visiting Cape Tribulation, where the reef meets the rainforest. Journey along the rugged Bloomfield Track, swim in crystal-clear rainforest streams and enjoy a tropical lunch surrounded by nature. Finish the day with homemade exotic fruit ice cream before returning to Port Douglas.

Included Meals: Lunch

Set sail from Port Douglas aboard a luxury catamaran for a full-day Outer Great Barrier Reef adventure. Cruise the Coral Sea with views of the Daintree coastline before arriving at Mackay Coral Cay, a pristine sand cay surrounded by vibrant reef systems. Snorkel clear waters filled with tropical fish, giant clams and sea turtles, or explore via glass-bottom boat with expert interpretation. Enjoy a tropical buffet lunch onboard and relax on deck while soaking up the spectacular reef scenery.

Included Meals: Lunch

Fly onward to Sydney, the oldest and most iconic of Australia’s great cities. Framed by a spectacular natural harbour, golden beaches and a year-round inviting climate, this vibrant metropolis is a perfect finale to your Contrasts of Australia tour.

On arrival, settle in with a leisurely stroll around Circular Quay, where the Harbour Bridge rises on one side and the Opera House on the other. It’s one of the world’s most breathtaking waterfronts and an unforgettable place to begin your Sydney experience

Accommodation: Sydney - 4 Nights

Depart Sydney for a full-day journey into the UNESCO-listed Blue Mountains World Heritage region. Travel through charming mountain villages before reaching breathtaking lookouts over the Jamison Valley and dramatic sandstone escarpments. Visit Calmsley Hill Farm to meet native wildlife and enjoy morning tea, then continue to iconic viewpoints including the Three Sisters. Savour a gourmet lunch in a scenic setting before exploring waterfalls, eucalyptus forests and hidden lookouts, returning to Sydney refreshed after a day of natural wonder.

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Begin your day with a guided Sydney Opera House Tour, uncovering the history, architecture and hidden stories of this world-famous landmark. Then explore Sydney Harbour at your own pace with a flexible 2-day hop-on hop-off ferry pass, cruising between iconic stops including Circular Quay, Manly and Watsons Bay. Your experience also includes return ferry access to Taronga Zoo, where you can meet Australia’s unique wildlife while enjoying spectacular harbour views from one of the world’s most scenic zoos.

Included Meals: Breakfast

Continue your Sydney discovery with a morning Australian Art Stories & Flavours tour at the Art Gallery of New South Wales, where you’ll explore a curated collection of Indigenous and contemporary works, enriched with insights into Australia’s diverse cultural heritage. Later, make the most of your second day on your hop-on hop-off harbour pass, cruising Sydney Harbour at your own pace and enjoying time to relax, explore and take in spectacular waterfront views and the city’s iconic harbour atmosphere.

Included Meals: Breakfast, Morning Tea

Say farewell to Sydney today as you board your onward flight, taking with you the magical memories of a truly exceptional Australian experience. 

We know you will enjoy your 14-day vacation and we hope you will return soon to discover even more highlights of this incredible continent.

Included Meals: Breakfast