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Trip Style
Classic
Budget
Affordable
Max. Group Size
16
Pace
Leisurely
Guide Level
Fully Guided
Trip Code
OAVS
Overview
Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on G Adventures 25 Day Best of the Red Centre & Eastern Australia. Australia is over 7 million sq km (4.35 sq mi) of sand, reef, rock, koala, wine, sailing, ocean, city, culture, Dreamtime, and so much more than we could possibly list here. It would take several lifetimes to explore it all. This sprawling 25-day adventure comes pretty close, though. Kick things off in cosmopolitan Melbourne by discovering the city's hidden laneways. Then head up the Great Ocean Road to a couple of national parks before heading to a rendezvous with iconic Uluru. Next, meet...read more the Great Barrier Reef from Cape Tribulation, cruise the glorious Whitsundays, learn to surf, and explore Sydney. Exhausted yet? Just wait'll you're actually there!
Itinerary
There are no planned activities during the day, so check into the hotel and explore the city. If you arrive early enough, head into the city to take in the 'cultural capital of Australia'. Get lost in the city's famous laneways, go on the hunt for the perfect flat white (hint: Melbourne loves its coffee shops), catch the tram to St. Kilda, or wander around the über-cool Fitzroy neighbourhood.
Tour Melbourne's iconic laneways and learn more about coffee culture, and pick up some great pointers for your free afternoon of exploration. (B)
Although fairly small in size, the Mornington Peninsula packs a big punch with the amount of things to do here. Be awed with the stunning coastal scenery while driving through quaint towns and past stunning beaches. (B)
Enjoy a free day in the Mornington Peninsula. Opt to visit a winery or hit one of the many incredible beaches in the area.
Hop on a ferry to Queenscliff before spending the day travelling along the Great Ocean Road. Pass world-famous surf beaches, enjoy views of the 12 Apostles, and walk through the rainforest in Great Otway National Park. (B)
Travel inland to Grampians National Park, known for its sandstone mountain range and impressive rock art. (B/D)
Trek through the forest, lush with vegetation and wildlife. Visit the culturally significant MacKenzie Falls for a short hike. Walk to the stunning Balconies, then spend the afternoon relaxing with the locals - our resident wild kangaroos and emus. (B)
Travel to Adelaide. Your CEO will point out important highlights of the city while driving in, before free time to explore the city. (B)
Today is a free day to enjoy Adelaide, capital of South Australia and famed for its churches and gardens. Opt to stroll the city streets, hop on a tram to the coastal village of Glenelg, take in a full day wine tour of the famed Barossa Valley, or for the truly adventurous, take a day trip to Kangaroo Island. (B)
Cross the border into the Northern Territory, where Australia's most iconic view awaits. (B)
Enjoy the Mala Walk at Uluru to learn the importance of the rock to the Aborigines. (B)
Fly to the oceanside city of Cairns, the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef. Stay: The Hotel Cairns (B)
Head north to Cape Tribulation. Stop en route to explore Mossman Gorge and take an interpretive walk through the Daintree Rainforest. Stay: Cape Tribulation Beach House (B/L)
Up for a ziplining adventure? Opt to pre-book the "Jungle Surfing Through The Daintree Rainforest" activity, ask your tour consultant ahead of time to include this optional on your tour.Stay: Cape Tribulation Beach House (B)
Return to Cairns in the afternoon with free time to explore this laid-back city. Stay: The Hotel Cairns (B)
Depart early for a full day of travel to reach Airlie Beach with time to explore the town. Stay: Blue Horizon Resort (B)
Set sail for a day in the Whitsunday Islands, visiting the Great Barrier Reef. Opt to swim or snorkel, and hike to an island lookout over Whitehaven Beach, known for its stunning white sand. Return to Airlie Beach for the night. Stay: Blue Horizon Resort (L)
Fly to Brisbane and transfer to Byron Bay for two nights in this "hippie" paradise. Stay: Byron Bay Hotel & Apartments
Opt to pre-book the "Byron Bay Ocean Kayaking" activity, ask your tour consultant ahead of time to include this optional on your tour. Stay: Byron Bay Hotel & Apartments
Hit the waves with an included surf lesson. Head to the coastal township of Port Macquarie, featuring all the beauty of the beach set alongside gorgeous national parks. Enjoy an evening in Port Macquarie. Stay: El Paso Motor Inn
En route to the Blue Mountains, opt to stop at the Koala Hospital to learn about vital wildlife conservation work in the area. Stay: Leisure Inn Spires
Explore the area around Leura and Katoomba including the Three Sisters. Visit the Jenolan Caves, take a walk in Jamison Valley, and ride on the Scenic Railway, the steepest railway in the world. Stay: Leisure Inn Spires
Travel to Sydney and enjoy a free afternoon to explore the city. Opt to rent a bike, stroll the botanical gardens, or visit the iconic Opera House. Stay: Travelodge Hotel Sydney
Opt to pre-book the "Sydney Bridge Climb" or "Sydney Adrenaline Bundle" activity ahead of time, to include one of these optionals on your tour. Stay: Travelodge Hotel Sydney
Depart at any time.
Trip Inclusions
- Discover the hidden laneways of Melbourne.
- Marvel at the 12 Apostles along the Great Ocean Road.
- Catch the magnificent colours of Uluru at sunset.
- Trek through Mossman Gorge in the Daintree Rainforest.
- Sail through the gorgeous Whitsundays.
- Hang ten in Byron Bay.
- Explore the Blue Mountains by foot.
- Your Discover Moment: Adelaide
- Your Discover Moment: Byron Bay
- Your Hands-On Moment: Surfing Lesson, Byron Bay
- Melbourne laneways walk
- Brighton bathing boxes visit
- Rainforest walk in Great Otway NP
- 12 Apostles visit
- Loch Ard Gorge Visit
- Hike at Grampians NP
- Tower Hill State Wildlife Reserve Visit
- Brambuk Aboriginal Cultural Centre Visit
- Wilpena Pound visit
- Champagne sunset viewing of Uluru
- Mala Walk around Uluru and cultural centre visit
- Guided Daintree Rainforest walk
- Whitsunday Islands sailing excursion
- Blue Mountains stay with hikes
- Jenolan Caves visit
- Scenic Railway
- Jamison Valley walk
- Orientation walk in Sydney
- Free time in Cairns, Byron Bay, and Sydney
- Internal flights
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
- Hotels (22 nights), rainforest cabin (2 nights)
- 14 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 1 dinner included throughout this tour
- Private vehicle, ferry, sailboat, plane, walking
- Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
- Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included
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Prices & Dates
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Note
Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Prices and trip information are correct at the time at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by G Adventures. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from G Adventures. These should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.
Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Prices and trip information are correct at the time at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by G Adventures. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from G Adventures. These should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.
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