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8-Day Sydney, Uluru and Great Barrier Reef

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Overview

This iconic 8-day trip to Australia will take you from Sydney, New South Wales, to Uluru and finishing in Northern Queensland. You will start by exploring the very best of Sydney, including the Bridge Climb, a harbour cruise and an afternoon at Bondi Beach.

City exploring done, get ready to be blown away by World Heritage-listed natural wonders, iconic wildlife and the rugged beauty of the Australian Outback. The Uluru region is home to two of Australia's most famous rock formations, a mighty canyon and an ancient indigenous culture rich in story, dance and art.

From here, you'll head to the reef. One of Australia’s most remarkable natural gifts, the Great Barrier Reef is blessed with the breathtaking beauty of the world’s largest coral reef. The reef contains an abundance of marine life and comprises over 3000 individual reef systems and coral cays with hundreds of picturesque tropical islands and arguably some of the world’s most beautiful sun-soaked, golden beaches.
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Itinerary

Day 1

A Perfect Day in Sydney

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A Perfect Day in Sydney

Sydney is stunning. There is no doubt that sparkling harbour makes it a hugely attractive destination, but there’s lots more going for it than just natural beauty. You'll start the morning with a Sydney Harbour Bridge climb before heading to iconic Bondi Beach for lunch at the famous Icebergs and to enjoy the sun before heading back to your hotel.

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    Accommodation

    Shangri-La Hotel Sydney5 star

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    Activities

    Sydney Harbour Bridge Climb

    Bondi Beach

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    Restaurants

    Icebergs Dining Room and BarOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Sydney to Sydney

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    Destinations

    Sydney

    The Rocks

Day 2

Sydney Harbour Lunch Cruise

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Sydney Harbour Lunch Cruise

Today, you'll enjoy a unique, luxury private four-hour cruise experience. Your captain and host will share the rich history of Sydney Harbour and its foreshore as you take in the sites of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, the Sydney Opera House and the bays and coves of Sydney Harbour. You'll enjoy a gourmet three-course BBQ lunch with regional wines, local beers and 5-star service and sit back, relax on the expansive sunbed and soak up the serenity.

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    Accommodation

    Shangri-La Hotel Sydney5 star

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    Activities

    Sydney Harbour Lunch Cruise

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    The Rocks

    Sydney

Day 3

Fly to Uluru & Sound of Silence Dinner

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Fly to Uluru & Sound of Silence Dinner

City exploring done, get ready to be blown away by World Heritage-listed natural wonders, iconic wildlife and the rugged beauty of the Australian Outback. The Uluru region is home to two of Australia's most famous rock formations, a mighty canyon and an ancient indigenous culture rich in story, dance and art. You'll fly to Ayers Rock Airport from Sydney and be transferred to your luxury accommodation. In the evening, you'll dine in an open-air restaurant under the Southern Desert night sky.

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    Accommodation

    Sails in the Desert5 star

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    Restaurants

    Sounds of Silence

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Sydney to Sydney Airport

    Plane from Sydney to Ayers Rock Airport

    Private Driver from Ayers Rock Airport to Sails in the Desert

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    Meals

    Breakfast and dinner

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    Destinations

    The Rocks

    Yulara

Day 4

Sunrise at Kata Tjuta & Walk to Valley of the Winds

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Sunrise at Kata Tjuta & Walk to Valley of the Winds

Today, you'll see the sunrise at Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) and take a walk with your local guide to the Valley of the Winds. You'll hear fascinating stories of the geology, history and culture of Kata Tjuta. This incredible formation of rock domes extends six kilometres into the ground and is the remains of erosion that began more than 500 million years ago. The walk to Valley of the Winds takes you down into a timeless haven within the domes through trickling creek beds.

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    Accommodation

    Sails in the Desert5 star

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    Activities

    Sunrise at Kata Tjuta & Walk to Valley of the Winds

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Yulara

    Petermann

Day 5

From Bush to Beach - Fly from Uluru to Cairns & Travel to Port Douglas

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From Bush to Beach - Fly from Uluru to Cairns & Travel to Port Douglas

Today you'll get an early start and fly to Cairns before heading to Port Douglas. Famous for being located between two of the world's most valued World Heritage-listed areas, the Great Barrier Reef and the Daintree Rainforest, Port Douglas continues to delight visitors of all ages and origins. You'll be staying in the Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, set among 147 hectares of tropical gardens on 4-Mile Beach along the Coral Sea.

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    Accommodation

    Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas5 star

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    Activities

    Port DouglasOptional Activity

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    Restaurants

    Salsa Restaurant Port DouglasOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Sails in the Desert to Ayers Rock Airport

    Plane from Ayers Rock Airport to Cairns Airport

    Private Driver from Cairns Airport to Port Douglas

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Yulara

    Port Douglas

Day 6

Great Barrier Reef Cruise

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Great Barrier Reef Cruise

This Great Barrier Reef Tour is a great way to see one of the world’s most fascinating destinations. On the spectacular Great Barrier Reef Tour experience a breathtaking coral reef in pristine blue waters that are teeming with colourful and unusual marine life. You'll spend the day snacking on delightful platters in between snorkelling, diving, relaxing on deck, enjoying a BBQ lunch, spotting turtles and taking in the spectacular views.

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    Accommodation

    Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas5 star

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    Activities

    Great Barrier Reef Snorkelling Tour

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Port Douglas

    Cairns

Day 7

Discover the Daintree Rainforest

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Discover the Daintree Rainforest

The Daintree Rainforest is believed to be one of the three oldest in the world with unique plants and animals found nowhere else; a true paradise for birdwatchers and nature-lovers. Today, you'll explore the Daintree with an expert guide - expect nothing but ancient rainforests, stunning valleys, superb beaches, spectacular forest-clad mountains, clear streams, magnificent rivers and rolling farmlands.

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    Accommodation

    Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas5 star

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    Activities

    Daintree Wonder Tours

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Port Douglas

    Mowbray

Day 8

Departure Day

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Today, your exciting trip to Australia comes to an end.

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Port Douglas

Included in Price

  • 7 nights accommodation
  • 6 activities
  • 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 1 dinner
  • Domestic flights
  • Entrance fees
  • Ground transportation
  • Licensed English speaking guides

Not Included in Price

  • Airport transfer
  • Alcohol beverages
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Trekking permits
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