Holiday Overview
This extensive multi-centre tour crams some of the most famous sights of Australia into 2 weeks. The cities of Melbourne and Sydney contrast with the rugged natural beauty of the Red Centre, the lush rainforest with the Great Barrier Reef. To maximise the experience, we have also included day trips to the 12 Apostles near Melbourne, and the Blue Mountains near Sydney.
14 nights 15 Days
Start; Melbourne
Finish; Sydney
States Visited; Victoria, Northern Territory, Queensland, New South Wales.
Highlights;
Melbourne & the Great Ocean Road
Ayers Rock and a unique outback dining experience
The Great Barrier Reef & tropical rainforest
Sydney and the Blue Mountains
Australia's Reef, Rock & Rainforest includes:
- Flights and airport transfers
- 4 nights accommodation in Sydney
- Blue Mountains Tour
- Sydney Day Cruise
- 2 nights accommodation in Ayers Rock
- Sounds of Silence Dining Experience
- 5 nights accommodation in Port Douglas
- Great Barrier Reef excursion
- Daintreee Rainforest Tour
- 3 nights accommodation in Melbourne
- Great Ocean Road Tour
Day 1 - Sydney
Arrive in Sydney, transfer to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day at leisure, perhaps go for a walk in The Rocks, Sydney’s oldest neighbourhood and enjoy one of its many cafes and bars.
Featured accommodation
Parkroyal Darling Harbour Hotel
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Shangri-La Hotel, Sydney
Kimpton Margot Sydney
Day 2 - Sydney & The Blue Mountains
Take a full day tour to the Blue Mountains, your guide will take you off the beaten track to visit remote lookout locations and discuss the history, flora and fauna of this magnificent region.
Featured accommodation
Parkroyal Darling Harbour Hotel
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Shangri-La Hotel, Sydney
Kimpton Margot Sydney
Unmissable Experiences
AEA Blue Mountains Deluxe Day
Day 3 - Sydney
Today enjoy a harbour cruise, one of the best ways to see the city.
Featured accommodation
Parkroyal Darling Harbour Hotel
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Shangri-La Hotel, Sydney
Kimpton Margot Sydney
Unmissable Experiences
Sydney Experiences
Day 4 - Sydney
Enjoy a full day of leisure exploring Sydney at your pace. Speak to your consultant with regard to options on the many day tours available.
Featured accommodation
Parkroyal Darling Harbour Hotel
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Shangri-La Hotel, Sydney
Kimpton Margot Sydney
Unmissable Experiences
Sydney Experiences
Day 5 - Sydney - Ayers Rock
Take the 3 hour flight into Australia’s Red Centre and the resort of Ayers Rock. Tonight, enjoy the sounds of silence dining experience, a truly unique outback experience.
Featured accommodation
Sails in the Desert
Unmissable Experiences
Sounds of Silence
Day 6 - Ayers Rock
Enjoy a full day at leisure to explore the Red Centre, there are a wide variety of optional tours available, please ask your consultant for details.
Featured accommodation
Sails in the Desert
Day 7 - Ayers Rock - Cairns / Port Douglas
Take the 2.5 hour flight back to the coast and tropical Queensland. Transfer to Port Douglas and spend the rest of the day at leisure.
Featured accommodation
Meridian Port Douglas
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Peninsula Boutique Hotel
Day 8 - The Great Barrier Reef
Take a full day tour to the iconic Great Barrier Reef, one of Australia’s most famous and must-see destinations.
Featured accommodation
Meridian Port Douglas
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Peninsula Boutique Hotel
Unmissable Experiences
Great Barrier Reef Cruise
Day 9 - Port Douglas
Enjoy a day of leisure in Port Douglas.
Featured accommodation
Meridian Port Douglas
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Peninsula Boutique Hotel
Day 10 - Cairns & The Rainforest
Enjoy a full day tour to Cape Tribulation and the Daintree, the world’s oldest Rainforest.
Featured accommodation
Meridian Port Douglas
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Peninsula Boutique Hotel
Unmissable Experiences
Cape Tribulation, Daintree & Mossman
Day 11 - Port Douglas
Enjoy a full day of leisure in Port Douglas.
Featured accommodation
Meridian Port Douglas
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Peninsula Boutique Hotel
Day 12 - Arrive Melbourne
Arrive in Melbourne, transfer to your chosen hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure.
Featured accommodation
Batman's Hill On Collins
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Rydges Melbourne
Intercontinental Melbourne The Rialto
Day 13 - Melbourne & The Great Ocean Road
Take a full day tour to enjoy The Great Ocean Road, one of Australia’s most scenic drives. Travel along the Shipwreck Coast and view the mighty 12 Apostles.
Featured accommodation
Batman's Hill On Collins
Enhance your experience
Rydges Melbourne
Intercontinental Melbourne The Rialto
Unmissable Experiences
Great Ocean Road
Day 14 - Melbourne
Enjoy a full day at leisure to explore cosmopolitan Melbourne. There are many optional tours and excursions available, please ask your consultant for details.
Featured accommodation
Batman's Hill On Collins
Enhance your experience
Rydges Melbourne
Intercontinental Melbourne The Rialto
Unmissable Experiences
Melbourne Experiences
Day 15 - Melbourne
Spend the day at leisure prior to your airport transfer.
PARKROYAL Darling Hotel, Sydney Holidays
PARKROYAL Darling Harbour offers views of Darling Harbour and the city skyline and features a restaurant, a fully equipped fitness centre and free cable TV. It is located in Sydney CBD (Central Business District) just a 5 minutes’ walk to Chinatown and Town Hall Station
Shangri-La Hotel, Sydney Holidays
Wake up to breath-taking views of the iconic Sydney Opera House, the Harbour Bridge or Darling Harbour each morning. You will be spoiled for choice at the Shangri-La Hotel, with a day spa, fitness centre and indoor pool at your disposal.
Kimpton Margot Sydney, Sydney Holidays
The Kimpton Margot Sydney is located between Hyde Park and Darling Harbour and welcomes guests with a restaurant, fitness centre and outdoor swimming pool. Free Wi-Fi is also available in all rooms.
Sails in the Desert, Uluru (Ayers Rock) Holidays
Perfectly positioned to make the most of the Australian outback, Sails in the Desert is just a 5-minute walk from the Uluru (Ayers Rock) lookout and is a great spot to take in the desert sunrise or sunset. The property boasts an outdoor swimming pool, a tennis court and a relaxing day spa.
Meridian, Port Douglas Holidays
Meridian Port Douglas is a contemporary boutique resort that offers 33 luxury 4 star apartments for couples in a selection of self catered Studios and One Bedroom Apartments. Meridian is ideal for couples requiring a peaceful and relaxing getaway and is suitable only for mature guests over 16 years of age.
Peninsula Boutique Hotel, Port Douglas Holidays
The Peninsula offers a boutique style adults only hotel experience – enjoying an unrivalled beachside location overlooking Four Mile Beach and is the only hotel in Port Douglas with beach and ocean views. 40 metres to the beach and a 2 minute stroll to the heart of Port Douglas with its cosmopolitan boutiques, restaurants and entertainment options.
Batman's Hill On Collins, Melbourne Holidays
Nestled in the heart of Melbourne's bustling city centre, Batman’s Hill on Collins offers a blend of historic charm and modern comfort, making it a fantastic base for UK travellers exploring the city. Located on the iconic Collins Street, this hotel boasts a prime location directly opposite Southern Cross Station, providing convenient access to Melbourne's extensive public transport network. Whether you're heading to the famous MCG for a cricket match, exploring the city's vibrant laneways, or indulging in retail therapy at nearby shopping precincts, this central hub ensures you're never far from the action.trated, via a rocky outcrop.
Rydges Hotel, Melbourne Holidays
Rydges is located in Melbourne CBD, in the heart of the theatre district. All air-conditioned rooms feature a flat-screen TV and free WiFi. The roof area boasts a heated roof-top pool and a fitness centre.
Intercontinental Melbourne The Rialto Melbourne Holidays
Intercontinental Melbourne The Rialto is geared to give you memorable, authentic local experiences. A lifetime's experience in luxury, housed in a much-loved Melbourne landmark. This luxury Melbourne hotel features a Venetian Gothic façade while the modern interior translates the building into the 21st century.
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Blue Mountains
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Australia Stopovers
Australia is on the other side of the world, making it really easy to include stopovers as part of your perfect itinerary. Stopover experiences can enhance or contrast with your Australian journey, so if you are looking to see the delights of Dubai, the shops of Singapore, the bustle of Bangkok, the neon of New York or the cuisine of Capetown, just let us know...
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