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An Australian Safari

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39 days/38 nights

Multi Centre Holiday
Guide Price €19,455 per person (based on 2 adults sharing)

Get your camera ready! With unique wildlife found nowhere else on the planet and awe-inspiring landscapes from subtropical jungles to vast red deserts, prepare for the ultimate journey that spans almost every Australian state and territory.    

Highlights:
  • Swim with whale sharks in the azure waters of Ningaloo Reef
  • Iconic train journey through unique outback landscape
  • Dive in the world’s largest coral reef, the Great Barrier Reef
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Itinerary

Days 1-4  Perth to Cape Range NP  
Start your Australian safari voyage in laidback Perth before flying up to Learmonth to 4★+ Sal Salis Ningaloo Reef in the heart of Cape Range National Park. Swim with whale sharks, snorkel the dazzling reef and spot rock wallabies on a guided hike.      

Days 5-6  Perth to Darwin  
Fly back to Perth for a final night in beautiful Western Australia, before heading to Darwin, the gateway to the wilderness of the Northern Territory. Time permitting, why not opt for a Harbour Dinner Cruise?

Days 7-8  Darwin to Mary River Floodplains
Today, take a scenic flight to 4★+ Bamurru Plains where the unique safari-style bungalows overlooking the Mary River Floodplains will be your home for the next couple of nights.

Day 9  Mary River Floodplains to Darwin    
Fly back to Darwin where you will spend the night. As the sun sets take a short taxi ride to Mindil Beach Sunset Market to sample delicious local food.  

Days 10-13  Darwin to Adelaide Hills    
This morning, board The Ghan Expedition and embark on one of the most iconic luxury train journeys travelling through Australia’s unique outback landscapes, taking in the beautiful scenery from the comfort of your cabin. As you arrive in Alice Springs, why not add on an optional scenic flight over Uluru, the spiritual heart of Australia. Once in Adelaide, pick up your car and head out of the city to the picturesque Adelaide Hills.    

Days 14-17  Adelaide Hills to Adelaide    
Leave the rolling hills of Adelaide behind as it’s time for your next adventure: a river safari in Paringa along the Murray River banks, home to abundant wildlife. On your last day, head back to Adelaide and drop off your car on arrival. Spend time visiting Adelaide’s Central Markets where you can sample the best food and wine South Australia has to offer.    

Days 18-22   Adelaide to Melbourne    
Melbourne is famous for its café culture and quirky laneways but it’s also the perfect base to explore the iconic Great Ocean Road. Watch Phillip Island’s little penguin sunset parade and visit some of the Yarra Valley’s best cellar doors and vineyards.    

Days 23-24  Melbourne to Cradle Mountain    
This morning, catch a flight to Launceston where you’ll pick up your car before driving to the breathtaking Cradle Mountain National Park where visitors can spot wombats, pademelons and occasionally, the elusive platypus.    

Days 25-26  Cradle Mountain to Hobart    
On the drive south through the stunning Tasmanian Central Plateau, if you have time stop at Curringa Farm for a barbecue lunch and farm tour on your way to Hobart.    

Day 27  Hobart to Sydney    
Fly to Sydney and pick up your car for the short drive to a retreat at Taronga Zoo for a unique stay and a behind-the-scenes tour of the zoo’s wildlife.    

Days 28-29  Sydney to Blue Mountains
Enjoy a leisurely drive out to a stunning nature retreat in the heart of the Blue Mountains. Go on scenic hikes or drives for sensational views then experience fine hospitality and cuisine back at your lodge.      

Days 30-32  Blue Mountains to Noosa
Fly to Brisbane to begin your Queensland adventure! Spend a night in this vibrant city, before picking up a car and driving to 4★ Habitat Noosa for your boutique glamping stay located within one of the world’s two everglades. Immerse yourself in nature with a boat cruise and canoe through this lush ecosystem and spot the friendly local kangaroos who graze on the grounds of the property! This is a truly unique experience.      

Days 33-34  Noosa to K’gari (Fraser Island)    
Today, drive to Hervey Bay to catch a ferry over to breathtaking K’gari, the largest sand island in the world. Keep your eyes peeled for dingoes as you cruise along the expansive beach ‘highway’, discover ancient shipwrecks, float along lazy rivers and delve into the rainforest.

Days 35-36  K’gari (Fraser Island) to Cairns    
Drive to Brisbane to catch a flight to Cairns as it’s time to explore one of the wonders of the world, the Great Barrier Reef. The next day, head out to explore this incredible underwater world. Whether you choose to snorkel, scuba dive or visit the underwater coral reef observatory, it’s sure to be a memorable day.    

Days 37-38  Cairns to Atherton Tablelands    
Transfer into the Atherton Tablelands and your home for the next two nights, 4★ Rose Gums. Nestled within 250 acres of tropical rainforest, this is as close to nature as it gets. Enjoy scenic bushwalking trails to discover the flora and fauna that call this region home, including over 160 species of bird, take a refreshing dip in the nearby lake, or simply relax and soak up the nature that surrounds you.    

Day 39  Cairns    
After breakfast, head back to Cairns airport as your incredible adventure comes to an end.  

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An Australian Safari

Price & Inclusions

Guide Price €19,455 per person (based on 2 adults sharing)

Inclusions
  • 19 days Intermediate Inclusive Plus car hire including zero excess insurance, unlimited mileage, 24-hour Roadside Assistance & an additional driver
  • 35 nights 3star+ to 5star accommodation
  • 3 nights on board The Ghan in a Gold Cabin
  • 17 breakfasts, 11 lunches & 14 dinners
  • Guided walks and Swim with Whale Sharks
  • Wilderness Safaris from Bamurru Plains
  • Off-Train Experiences in Katherine, Alice Springs, Manguri & Coober Pedy
  • Sunset Gondola River Cruise
  • Wildlife & Wetland Cruise on the Murray River and Flavour Safari – all three from The Frames,
  • The Great Ocean Road Experience
  • Phillip Island & Penguin Plus
  • Yarra Valley Experience
  • Bruny Island Wilderness Cruise
  • Sanctuary Tour & Taronga Zoo Entrance
  • Scenic World Ultimate Discovery Pass
  • Everglades Explorer Day Tour
  • K’gari Beauty Spots 4WD Tour from Kingfisher Bay Resort
  • Great Barrier Reef Adventure
Not Included
  • International flights
  • Internal flights
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The tour itinerary, inclusions and departures are based on travel from 01/10/2024 to 31/12/2025. Guide prices are based on twn/dbl share, are subject to availability and may vary by departure date. For travel outside of these dates, the itinerary and inclusions may vary to that shown above - please ask for details.
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