Itinerary
- Day 1
Sydney
Meet up with your travel group and head out for a day trip to the Blue Mountains. You'll check out the Three Sisters rock formation and walk around the Jamison Ridge area while learning about local legends from your guide. After that you'll head back to Sydney in the evening with free time to get settled in at your accommodation.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Wake Up (or similar))
Included Activities
- Day trip to Blue Mountains
- Three Sisters rock formation viewing and learning about legends
- Jamison Ridge exploration
Landmarks/POIs Three Sisters Jamison Ridge Blue Mountains 
- Day 2
Sydney
Your Trip Manager takes you through Sydney's highlights starting with the Opera House. Next you'll catch a ferry to Watsons Bay to take in the skyline views, then spend time at Bondi Beach. There's an optional Harbour Bridge climb available if you're comfortable with heights.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Wake Up (or similar))
Included Activities
- Sydney city tour with Trip Manager
- Opera House viewing
- Ferry to Watsons Bay
- Bondi Beach visit
Optional Activities
- Harbour Bridge climb
Landmarks/POIs Sydney Opera House Watsons Bay Bondi Beach Sydney Harbour Bridge 
- Day 3
Sydney
This is a full free day so you can explore Sydney however you'd like. If you're into water sports, jetboat rides across the Harbour are available. Thrill-seekers can try skydiving, or you can just wander around the city's attractions at your own pace.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Wake Up (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Jetboat across Sydney Harbour
- Skydiving experience
Landmarks/POIs Sydney Harbour - Day 4
Sydney to Byron Bay
You'll fly to Byron Bay and drop off your luggage at your accommodation. From there, head straight to the beach for an included surf lesson to get into the beach vibe right away.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Wake Up (or similar))
Included Activities
- Included surf lesson at Byron Bay
Landmarks/POIs Byron Bay Beach - Day 5
Byron Bay
Keep enjoying Byron Bay's surf culture with the option to catch sunrise at Australia's easternmost point if you're an early riser. The rest of the day is free so you can explore or try kayaking, relax on the beach, or join an evening bike tour to see glow worms.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Wake Up (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Sunrise at Australia's easternmost point
- Kayaking
- Evening bike tour to see glow worms
Landmarks/POIs Byron Bay - Day 6
Byron Bay to Noosa Everglades
There's optional early morning yoga if you're interested before heading to Noosa Everglades. You'll check in at the Eco Lodge and settle in, then have a group dinner in the bistro and bar area with local wildlife all around you.
- Meals
- Dinner (Group dinner at Eco Lodge bistro and bar)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Kangarooms Noosa Everglades (or similar))
Included Activities
- Group dinner at Eco Lodge bistro and bar
Optional Activities
- Early morning yoga
Landmarks/POIs Noosa Everglades - Day 7
Noosa Everglades to K'Gari
Wake up to birdcalls at the Eco Camp and have breakfast, then head out to K'Gari for a full day exploring sand dunes, scenic lakes, and rainforest. You'll cruise along the world's longest sand highway and have lunch included. Back at the Eco Camp by evening, you can dine at the bistro, check out the brewery, or just relax.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch on K'Gari island)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Kangarooms Noosa Everglades (or similar))
Included Activities
- Day trip to K'Gari (Fraser Island)
- Sand dunes exploration
- Scenic lakes viewing
- Rainforest exploration
- World's longest sand highway drive
- Lunch included
Landmarks/POIs K'Gari 
- Day 8
Noosa Everglades to Airlie Beach
Start with an optional canoeing excursion on the Everglades before heading to Airlie Beach. You'll fly to this tropical hub and spend the afternoon exploring cafes, bars, and taking in the ocean views.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Nomads Airlie Beach (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Canoeing excursion on Noosa Everglades
Landmarks/POIs Airlie Beach Noosa Everglades 
- Day 9
Airlie Beach to Whitehaven Beach
Take a day trip to Whitehaven Beach with included snorkelling. You'll explore one of the world's most beautiful islands surrounded by 74 other islands in the Whitsundays.
- Meals
- Lunch (Lunch on boat at Whitehaven Beach)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Nomads Airlie Beach (or similar))
Included Activities
- Day trip to Whitehaven Beach
- Snorkelling at Whitehaven Beach
- Lunch included on boat
Landmarks/POIs Whitehaven Beach Whitsunday Islands - Day 10
Airlie Beach
You have a free day in Airlie Beach to explore this vibrant Whitsundays hub however you want. Options include skydiving over Australia's best drop zone, scenic flights over the islands and Heart Reef, relaxing on the beach, or checking out local shops and restaurants.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Nomads Airlie Beach (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Skydive over Whitsunday Islands
- Scenic flight over Whitsunday Islands including Whitehaven Beach and Heart Reef
Landmarks/POIs Heart Reef - Day 11
Airlie Beach to Magnetic Island
Travel by coach to Townsville, then catch a ferry to Magnetic Island. Spend time on coastal walking trails, spot lazy koalas, try some watersports in turquoise waters, and watch the sunset over the bay.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Nomads Magnetic Island (or similar))
Included Activities
- Coach transfer to Townsville
- Ferry to Magnetic Island
- Exploration of Magnetic Island
Optional Activities
- Coastal walking trails
- Watersports
Landmarks/POIs Magnetic Island Townsville - Day 12
Magnetic Island
You have a full day on Magnetic Island to hike trails like Forts Walk where you'll see WWII fortifications and spot koalas in the wild. If you prefer, just relax at Horseshoe Bay instead. During dusk you might see Rock Wallabies, and the evening is free to explore local bars.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Nomads Magnetic Island (or similar))
Included Activities
- Magnetic Island exploration
- Forts Walk offering stunning views of Palm Island Group and WWII fortifications
- Koala spotting opportunity
- Horseshoe Bay access
Optional Activities
- Rock Wallaby viewing at dusk
Landmarks/POIs Forts Walk Horseshoe Bay Palm Island Group - Day 13
Magnetic Island to Cairns
Take the ferry from Magnetic Island back to Townsville, then board a scenic train ride along Australia's East Coast heading to Cairns. During the journey you'll participate in an interactive Bush Food tutorial and have dinner featuring native game, with an experienced chef teaching you about traditional Aboriginal cuisine.
- Meals
- Dinner (Interactive Bush Food tutorial and dinner featuring native game, guided by experienced chef learning about native spices, fruits, origins and traditional Aboriginal uses)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Gilligans (or similar))
Included Activities
- Ferry from Magnetic Island to Townsville
- Train to Cairns
- Interactive Bush Food tutorial and dinner with chef
Landmarks/POIs Townsville Cairns - Day 14
Cairns to Daintree
Spend a full day exploring the world's oldest tropical rainforest at Daintree. You'll meet the Kuku Yalanji people and learn about Aboriginal culture through viewing a smoking ceremony and attending art classes where you'll create your own canvas artwork. Local guides share ancient Dreamtime stories. There's an optional sunset boat cruise available in the evening.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Gilligans (or similar))
Included Activities
- Day trip to Daintree Rainforest
- Kuku Yalanji cultural meeting and tour
- Smoking ceremony viewing
- Aboriginal art class at Janbal Gallery
- Canvas artwork creation
Optional Activities
- Sunset boat cruise
Landmarks/POIs Daintree Rainforest Janbal Gallery - Day 15
Cairns
This is an optional day trip to the Great Barrier Reef via catamaran for snorkelling or diving in crystal clear waters. You'll see colourful coral and vibrant marine life while expert crew members provide information about this natural wonder.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Gilligans (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Catamaran day trip to Great Barrier Reef with snorkelling
- Great Barrier Reef diving experience
Landmarks/POIs Great Barrier Reef - Day 16
Cairns to Kuranda
Try adventurous activities like bungy jumping, skydiving, or whitewater rafting if that appeals to you. Otherwise, take the scenic Skyrail cable car above the rainforest canopy and explore the village of Kuranda known for sustainable living, then return to Cairns via the famous Kuranda Railway.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Gilligans (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Bungy jumping
- Skydiving
- Whitewater rafting
- Skyrail scenic cable car
- Kuranda village exploration
- Guided rainforest journey
- Kuranda Railway return to Cairns
Landmarks/POIs Kuranda Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Kuranda Railway - Day 17
Cairns to Uluru
Fly early in the morning to Uluru and arrive mid-morning. If you're interested, there's an optional viewing of the Field of Lights art installation. Later you'll have included dinner with the group.
- Meals
- Dinner (Group dinner at Uluru)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Voyages Outback Hotel & Lodge (or similar))
Included Activities
- Dinner with group at Uluru
Optional Activities
- Field of Lights art installation viewing
Landmarks/POIs Uluru Field of Lights - Day 18
Uluru
Get up early to see Uluru's golden sunrise. You'll explore the sacred rock which is 700 million years old and hike through Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park including Walpa Gorge and Valley of the Winds with towering boulders. An optional Segway tour is available in the afternoon if you'd like.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Voyages Outback Hotel & Lodge (or similar))
Included Activities
- Uluru sunrise viewing
- Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park hike
- Walpa Gorge hike
- Valley of the Winds exploration
Optional Activities
- Segway tour
Landmarks/POIs Uluru Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park Walpa Gorge Valley of the Winds 
- Day 19
Uluru to King's Canyon
This day trip starts with an included big BBQ breakfast at Kings Creek Station. After that you'll do a guided hike around King's Canyon through a lunar-like landscape and the Garden of Eden oasis. Finish up with sunset drinks overlooking the Outback.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Big BBQ breakfast at Kings Creek Station)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Voyages Outback Hotel & Lodge (or similar))
Included Activities
- Included Big BBQ breakfast at Kings Creek Station
- Guided King's Canyon hike
- Garden of Eden visit
- Sunset with drinks and nibbles
Landmarks/POIs King's Canyon Garden of Eden Kings Creek Station - Day 20
Uluru to Darwin
Have early breakfast, then travel by coach to Alice Springs. You'll board an included flight to Darwin and arrive at this vibrant gateway city to Kakadu National Park. The evening is free for you to rest and settle in.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (The Leea Resort Darwin (or similar))
Included Activities
- Coach to Alice Springs
- Included flight to Darwin
Landmarks/POIs Alice Springs Darwin - Day 21
Darwin to Kakadu National Park
Start with a Darwin city tour by coach. Then head to Kakadu National Park to meet Indigenous people at Pudakul for a cultural tour learning about local customs and traditions. You'll hike to Ubirr lookout for sunset over the Nadab floodplain. Free evening at your accommodation.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Mercure Kakadu Crocodile Hotel (or similar))
Included Activities
- Darwin city coach tour
- Pudakul cultural tour with local Indigenous people
- Ubirr lookout sunset viewing
Landmarks/POIs Kakadu National Park Ubirr Nadab Floodplain Pudakul - Day 22
Kakadu National Park
Spend a full day exploring Kakadu National Park. There's an optional scenic flight over the unique Northern Territory landscape. In the evening you can optionally take a Sunset Yellow Waters cruise to learn about the region's significance to Aboriginal people.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Mercure Kakadu Crocodile Hotel (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Scenic flight over Kakadu National Park
- Sunset Yellow Waters cruise
Landmarks/POIs Yellow Waters - Day 23
Kakadu National Park to Katherine Gorge
Visit Edith Falls before heading to Katherine Gorge. You'll explore the spectacular sandstone landscapes with a cruise through this famous National Park, seeing waterfalls, ancient Aboriginal rock art, and the incredible gorge.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Contour Hotel Katherine (or similar))
Included Activities
- Edith Falls visit
- Katherine Gorge cruise
- Waterfall viewing
- Ancient Aboriginal rock art viewing
Landmarks/POIs Edith Falls Katherine Gorge - Day 24
Katherine to Litchfield National Park
Head to Litchfield National Park to check out enormous termite mounds and famous Florence Falls. Swim in crystal clear water holes and enjoy your final night with the travel crew making more memories together.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (The Leea Resort Darwin (or similar))
Included Activities
- Termite mounds viewing
- Florence Falls visit
- Swimming in water holes
Landmarks/POIs Litchfield National Park Florence Falls - Day 25
Litchfield National Park
The tour wraps up this morning after breakfast. You'll have time to reflect on 24 magical days of adventures, new friendships, and discoveries across Australia.
- Meals
- Breakfast
