Australia
Escape Down Under
From the vast expanses of the outback to the crystal blue waters of the Great Barrier Reef, Australia is revealed in vivid detail on this 13-day excursion. No luxurious detail is overlooked as you are welcomed by award-winning luxury properties and warm Aussie hospitality on your enchanting escape.
Itinerary-at-a-glance:
- Day 1 - 2: Sydney
- Day 3 - 4: Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park
- Day 5 - 6: Flinders Ranges
- Day 7 - 9: Kangaroo Island
- Day 10 - 12: Great Barrier Reef
- Day 13: Depart Cairns
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Bid a "G'day" to Australia as you arrive in Sydney to start your journey. Located in the cosmopolitan Rocks District, the Four Seasons Hotel Sydney enjoys incredible views of the famous Harbor Bridge and the Sydney Opera House. Your accommodations for the next two nights will offer exquisite views of the Sydney's iconic skyline, harbor, and landmarks. While in Sydney enjoy walking tours of historic points of interest around the vibrant city.
Next, ready yourself for the outback as you fly to Ayers Rock where you can connect with the spectacular landscape, ancient culture, and mystical ambiance of Australia's Red Center heartland. You will stay in one of only 15 elevated tents set on an isolated sand dune at the luxurious Longitude 131°. Guided treks through Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, soulful encounters with Aboriginal artists and historians, and witnessing breathtaking sunrises over Ayers Rock are among the many bushland wonders that await you.
Head south to Adelaide now and the country charm of Arkaba Homestead. A 19th-century homestead with an intriguing pastoral history and working sheep station, the gracious five bedroom abode is close to the geological and natural wonders of the Flinders Ranges in the South Australian bush, offering the best for both leisure and adventure travelers. Delight in walkabouts on the surrounding grounds where emu, wallaroo, and kangaroo will pause to inspect you as you explore their rural home.
Trade the bush for the beach at Southern Ocean Lodge on Kangaroo Island, your home for the next three nights. With 21 national and conservation parks covering more than 30% of the island’s total area, Kangaroo Island has established itself as a premiere destination for nature lovers of all types. Experience this "zoo without fences" on wildlife treks. The Island’s diverse landscapes are home to sea lions, fur seals, kangaroos, wallabies, koalas, echidnas, platypus, 253 bird species, and even whales which pass through its waters in winter seasons. Incredible beach fishing and watersports balance restful moments spent on the lodge's decks or in the privacy of your own hammock.
Finally, end your Australian adventure amid the mesmerizing expanse of the Great Barrier Reef, where luxury yachts await to whisk you away to exclusive diving spots and secluded islands. Indulge in lavish accommodations nestled within lush tropical landscapes, offering unrivaled views of vibrant coral formations and marine life. From gourmet dining experiences to personalized diving expeditions, every moment is tailored to elevate your Great Barrier Reef adventure into an unforgettable luxury escape.
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