DAYS 1 – 3

Upon arrival you will be met and transferred to your hotel.  On Day 2, see the highlights of Sydney and its southern beaches including the Botanical Gardens, Hyde Park and Mrs. Macquarie's Chair, for spectacular views.  Enjoy a private tour inside the Sydney Opera House  and the Museum of Sydney.  For lunch, venture into Sydney Harbor and dine as the world floats by.  (2B, L) 

Four Seasons, Sydney

DAYS 4 & 5

Fly to Melbourne, the cosmopolitan capital of the state of Victoria.  Tour Melbourne's majestic buildings and parks, including the famous Fitzroy Gardens.  This afternoon, explore Phillip Island, home to some of Australia's most unique native wildlife.  Get up-close to koalas at the Koala Conservation Centre.  At the Phillip Island Visitor Centre, the highlight of the day is watching the "Penguin Parade."  (2B, D) 

Grand Hyatt Melbourne, Melbourne

DAYS 6 – 8

Fly to Adelaide where your sightseeing starts with a visit to the Tandanya Culture Centre.  Watch a dance and didgeridoo performance, and enjoy traditional bush 'tucker' (lunch) in the centre's Tandanya Café.  On Day 7, travel to the Barossa Valley wine country, where you will visit a few of the notable wineries.  On Day 8, embark on a full-day, private 4-wheel drive tour of Kangaroo Island to view wildlife including kangaroos, koalas and seals in their natural habitat. (3B, 3L) 

InterContinental, Adelaide

DAY 9

This morning fly to Australia’s Red Centre. Enjoy a stay at the Sails in the Desert Hotel, and this evening enjoy dining outdoors, while your very own storyteller shares tales as old as the stars. (B, D) 

Sails in the Desert Hotel, Ayers Rock/Uluru

DAYS 10 & 11

On Day 10, witness a spectacular sunrise at Ayers Rock/Uluru.  Fly to Cairns, then transfer to your resort in Palm Cove.  On Day 11, visit the forest region of Cape Tribulation.  Cruise through silent backwaters where crocodiles are seen basking on the muddy banks.  Journey up the beautiful Alexandra Range, passing through rainforest waterfalls. (2B, L) 

Sea Temple Palm Cove

DAYS 12 & 13

Enjoy a glorious full day on the water as  you visit the world's largest coral reef system, the Great Barrier Reef.  Cruise aboard a custom sailing catamaran to beautiful Michaelmas Cay and Paradise Reef.  On Day 13, you will be taken to the Cairns airport for your flight home or on to your next destination (2B, L)

Sea Temple Palm Cove

Package price is per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplement applies. Intra-tour air pricing is subject to change. International airfare is additional. Other restrictions may apply. Contact us for complete journey details.

Four Seasons Hotel, Sydney
Sydney, Australia

Stunningly situated overlooking Sydney Harbor in the historic Rocks district and a short walk from the city's shopping and business centers, Four Seasons is vibrant and elegant, with dramatic harborfront views and a luxurious day spa featuring exclusive skincare and aromatherapy treatments.

Four Seasons Hotel Sydney offers 531 guest rooms—including 121 suites—quietly secluded in the tower on the 6th through 34th floors. These generously proportioned accommodations are decorated in contemporary grand-luxe style with rich silks, sophisticated marbles and exotic Honduran mahogany.

Each guest room features a 107-centimeter (42-inch) LCD television with DVD player and iPod/MP3 connectivity. To ease communication, there’s high-speed Internet access, fax connections and multi-line telephones with private voice mail. Bathrooms are lavishly decorated with Italian spider gold marble and Italian limestone – most including a deep soaking tub and separate glass-walled shower.

Stunning views distinguish the various guest rooms and suites. City-view accommodations overlook the Sydney skyline, George Street or Walsh Bay, while opera-view accommodations showcase the Opera House and Circular Quay. Harbor-view accommodations overlook the Sydney Harbor Bridge, Darling Harbor, the Opera House and Circular Quay.

Grand Hyatt, Melbourne
Melbourne, Australia

Grand Hyatt Melbourne hotel is located at the top end of prestigious Collins Street in the center of the business, shopping, theatre and restaurant district, and is within walking distance of the main attractions in Melbourne.

Grand Hyatt Melbourne is the epitome of luxury after a recent $45 million redevelopment. Our Collins Street hotel now includes spectacular upper and lower lobbies, the restaurant Collins Kitchen and the bar RU-CO. A luxury retail precinct has also been completed, and includes flagship stores from Bulgari, Paspaley Pearls and Emporio Armani.

Floor-to-ceiling windows feature views of the city's bustling business district, complementing Art Deco-inspired decor. Spacious interiors include a plush king bed with white linens and duvet, marble bath with separate tub and shower and an oversized work desk with high-speed Internet access. Extras include daily newspaper, soft bathrobes and turndown upon request.

InterContinental, Adelaide
Adelaide, Australia

InterContinental Adelaide located on the banks of Adelaide's magnificent Torrens River, yet steps away from the vibrant city, is one of the state's most sophisticated hotels featuring 367 contemporary guest rooms and suites that effortlessly blend luxury with comfort. Specifically designed for the needs of the global traveller, each room offers a picturesque view, high speed Internet access and a spacious work zone. For more than two decades, the hotels collection of 21 suites have been home to world leaders, heads of state and visiting celebrities from across the globe. To take exclusivity and luxury a level further, our Club InterContinental, located on level 21 offers private lounge access for the most discerning of guests.

Sails in the Desert
Ayers Rock, Australia

Sails in the Desert provides guests with 5-star comfort at Voyages Ayers Rock Resort.
Named after the soaring white sails that crown its roof, this is Voyages Ayers Rock Resort's premium hotel. The interior decor focuses on Aboriginal heritage and culture, with a gallery in the lobby and significant artworks featured throughout the public areas and in the private rooms.

Slip into comfort right in the heart of the central Australian outback at Voyages Sails in the Desert Hotel. Relax in beautifully appointed rooms, enjoy a cocktail in the lovely grounds, or sit back and relax under the magnificent white sails.

The Hotel also features the acclaimed Mulgara Gallery, the lively, buffet-style Winkiku Restaurant, tapas-style cuisine by the pool at Rockpool (seasonal), and the award winning signature restaurant of Voyages Ayers Rock Resort, Kuniya Restaurant.

Sea Temple Palm Cove
Cairnes, Australia

Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort & Spa is the newest 5 Star accommodation in Cairns. This award winning hotel boasts absolutely beach frontage, surrounded by a huge lagoon, lap pools, a gym and day spa. Dotted with coconut palms, beach front restaurants and shops shadowed by a 400 year old Meleleuca tree, this property makes for a complete tropical romantic holiday getaway.

Want to extend your journey?

There is a wide and wondrous world awaiting you with Travcoa journeys that cover the globe. Extend your journey by adding a pre-or-post journey extension, or by combining two or more journeys back-to-back. Please click on a journey below to learn more.

Devils of Tasmania Tasmania’s majestic natural wonders and native wildlife create an idyllic setting for this remarkable, experiential journey. This isolated Australian island-state, offers diverse and spectacular scenery, unspoiled wilderness and a quaint colonial heritage. Overview | Details | Itinerary | Accommodations | Combine Your Journey | Guest Comments | Book Now