Day 1: Arrive Melbourne
On arrival at Melbourne Airport you will be transferred to your hotel, the MERCURE HOTEL WELCOME – Standard; SWANSTON HOTEL GRAND MERCURE – Superior; HOTEL SOFITEL – First Class; or CROWN TOWERS – Deluxe. The remainder of the day is at leisure to explore cosmopolitan Melbourne. This evening you have the option to dine on-board the popular Colonial Tramcar Restaurant.

Day 2: Great Ocean Road
Travel along the Great Ocean Road to Apollo Bay. View the stone monoliths of the Twelve Apostles, the Loch Ard Gorge shipwreck site and the remains of the rock formation known as London Bridge. Overnight at the MERCURE HOTEL WELCOME – Standard; SWANSTON HOTEL GRAND MERCURE – Superior; HOTEL SOFITEL – First Class; or CROWN TOWERS – Deluxe. (B)

Day 3: Melbourne – Adelaide
Enjoy a morning sightseeing tour of Melbourne including the Fitzroy Gardens, Royal Botanic Gardens and the Shrine of Remembrance. This afternoon you will be transferred to Melbourne Airport for your flight to Adelaide. Overnight at the MERCURE GROSVENOR HOTEL – Standard; STAMFORD PLAZA – Superior; or HYATT REGENCY – First Class or Deluxe. (B)

Day 4: Adelaide - Kangaroo Island
Enjoy a scenic drive through the Fleurieu Peninsula to Cape Jervis to board the ferry to Kangaroo Island. Walk among the nation’s third largest and most accessible colony of Australian Sea-Lions, as these creatures doze in the sun after lengthy fishing forays in the Southern Ocean, at the popular Seal Bay Conservation Park. Overnight at the OZONE SEAFRONT HOTEL – Standard or Superior; or EXECUTIVE ROOMS – First Class or Deluxe. (BL)

Day 5: Kangaroo Island – Adelaide
Tour Kelly Hill Caves, the Remarkable Rocks and Admiral’s Arch and see fur seals, within Flinders Chase National Park. This afternoon return to Adelaide. Overnight at the MERCURE HOTEL WELCOME – Standard; SWANSTON HOTEL GRAND MERCURE – Superior; HOTEL SOFITEL – First Class; or CROWN TOWERS – Deluxe. (BL)

Day 6: Adelaide – Uluru (Ayers Rock)
You will be transferred to Adelaide Airport for your flight to Ayers Rock. On arrival at Ayers Rock Airport you will be transferred to your hotel, OUTBACK PINOEER HOTEL – Standard; DESERT GARDENS HOTEL – Superior; or SNAILS IN THE DESERT HOTEL – First Class or Deluxe. Explore Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) and watch sunset over mighty Uluru (Ayers Rock). (B)

Day 7: Kings Canyon
Rise early this morning to view sunrise at Uluru. Opportunity to climb to the summit (optional) for spectacular views of the Red Centre and enjoy a guided tour of the base. Visit the informative Uluru – Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre. This afternoon travel to Kings Canyon Resort. Overnight at the KINGS CANYON RESORT – Standard, Superior, First Class or Deluxe. (B)

Day 8: Kings Canyon – Alice Springs
This morning make the rocky climb to the rim of Kings Canyon for magnificent views of Watarrka National Park. Travel to Alice Springs this afternoon where you will overnight at the AURORA ALICE SPRINGS – Standard; CROWNE PLAZA – Superior; or ALICE SPRINGS RESORT, RIVER GUM ROOMS – First Class or Deluxe. (B)

Day 9: Palm Valley
Today join a 4WD Safari through the West MacDonnell Ranges into Palm Valley, an oasis of rock pools and palm trees. Overnight at the AURORA ALICE SPRINGS – Standard; CROWNE PLAZA – Superior; or ALICE SPRINGS RESORT, RIVER GUM ROOMS – First Class or Deluxe. (B L)

Day 10: Alice Springs – Darwin
This morning your local Aboriginal guide will give you an introduction into their culture, laws and customs, through stories and demonstrations. This will be a fascinating insight into the lifestyle of the original indigenous inhabitants and the many facets of Aboriginal life in central Australia. Visit the renowned Desert Park. Transfer to Alice Springs Airport for your flight to Darwin. On arrival you will be transferred to your hotel where you will overnight at the MIRAMBEENA RESORT – Standard; DARWIN CENTRAL – Superior; or SAVILLE PARK SUITES – First Class or Deluxe. (B)

Day 11: Darwin – Kakadu
Travel deep into Kakadu National Park. Visit Nourlangie Rock and cruise on the famous Yellow Water Billabong. Overnight at the AURORA KAKADU – Standard; or GAGUDJU CROCODILE HOLIDAY INN – Superior, First Class or Deluxe. (B L)

Day 12: Kakadu – Darwin
Join the Guluyambi Cruise along the East Alligator River in search of saltwater crocodiles. Continue to Ubirr for a guided walk to see rock art. Later, visit the Bowali Visitor Centre. Return to Darwin where you’ll overnight at the MIRAMBEENA RESORT – Standard; DARWIN CENTRAL – Superior; or SAVILLE PARK SUITES – First Class or Deluxe. (B L)

Day 13: Darwin – Cairns
You will be transferred to Darwin Airport for your flight to Cairns. On arrival at Cairns Airport you will be transferred to your hotel, the MERCURE HARBOURSIDE HOTEL – Standard; NOVOTEL OASIS CAIRNS – Superior; CAIRNS INTERNATIONAL – First Class; or SOFITEL REEF CASINO – Deluxe.

Day 14: Kuranda – Skyrail – Tjapukai
Join the Kuranda train and journey to Kuranda. Return on the Skyrail Cableway. Visit Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park, where legends of the Dreamtime are brought to life. Return to Cairns. Overnight at the MERCURE HARBOURSIDE HOTEL – Standard; NOVOTEL OASIS CAIRNS – Superior; CAIRNS INTERNATIONAL – First Class; or SOFITEL REEF CASINO – Deluxe. (B)

Day 15: Great Barrier Reef
Cruise on the Great Adventures high-speed catamaran to the Great Barrier Reef. View the coral and fish from a semi-submersible vessel. Snorkelling gear is included (extra charge for scuba). Enjoy a tropical buffet lunch. Overnight at the MERCURE HARBOURSIDE HOTEL – Standard; NOVOTEL OASIS CAIRNS – Superior; CAIRNS INTERNATIONAL – First Class; or SOFITEL REEF CASINO – Deluxe. (B L)

Day 16: Cairns – Sydney
You will be transferred to Cairns Airport for your flight to Sydney. On arrival at Sydney Airport you will be transferred to your hotel, the METRO HOTEL ON PITT – Standard; FOUR POINTS BY SHERATON, DARLING HARBOUR – Superior; SOFITEL WENTWORTH – First Class; or INTERCONTINENTAL, HARBOUR VIEW ROOM – Deluxe. (B)

Day 17: City Sights – Harbour Cruise
This morning see the Sydney Opera House, Royal Botanic Gardens and Kings Cross. Visit famous Bondi Beach, then return to the city for a Sydney Harbour luncheon cruise. Cross the Sydney Harbour Bridge and stop at Milsons Point to photograph fabulous views of the city skyline. Later, visit Manly surf beach before returning to the city. Overnight at the METRO HOTEL ON PITT – Standard; FOUR POINTS BY SHERATON, DARLING HARBOUR – Superior; SOFITEL WENTWORTH – First Class; or INTERCONTINENTAL, HARBOUR VIEW ROOM – Deluxe. (BL)

Day 18: Sydney ‘Free Time’
Today is at leisure to explore Sydney. Overnight at the METRO HOTEL ON PITT – Standard; FOUR POINTS BY SHERATON, DARLING HARBOUR – Superior; SOFITEL WENTWORTH – First Class; or INTERCONTINENTAL, HARBOUR VIEW ROOM – Deluxe. (B)

Day 19: Depart Sydney
You will be transferred to Sydney Airport to connect with your onward flight. (B)