Enjoy a 12 Nights Australia Tour to Sydney – Melbourne – Kangaroo Island – Uluru Rock & Mossman.
Arrive Sydney International Airport onboard your International Flight. Met Airside by a Menzies Representative and escorted through Customs & BioSecurity processing. On completion, exit into the Arrivals Hall where you will be met and transferred to your Hotel.
1.00pm A lunch booking is confirmed this afternoon at the Opera Kitchen located at the Lower Concourse Level, Sydney Opera House (meal at own expense).
2.45pm After lunch, make your way to the Sydney Opera House and check in for your guided tour of Australia’s most iconic building (quote your name & confirmation #). On completion, make your own way back to your hotel where the remainder of your day is at your leisure.
10.00am You will meet your local guide at the lobby for a uniquely guided day experiencing the beauty of Sydney City, by land & sea; including a stroll through the Royal Botanic Gardens, followed by lunch at the Cruising Yacht Club of Australia, overlooking the marina.
In the afternoon take a 2 hour cruise on Sydney Harbour, marvelling at the sights around you. Conclude at Darling Harbour and make your own way back to your hotel.
Make your way to the Bridge Climb Office for your morning climb to the summit of Sydney’s famous Harbour Bridge (check in 20 minutes prior to your booking time). The Bridge Climb Office is a 10-minute walk from your hotel, located at 3 Cumberland Street. Concierge can provide directions.
10.00am Depart on a 3 hour guided Summit climb. This iconic experience is a fabulous way to understand and see the expanse of Sydney’s Harbour and Sydney’s sprawling city. On completion make your way back to your hotel where the remainder of your day is at leisure.
For those who prefer not to climb the Harbour Bridge can opt for and alternative tour to Blue Mountains, Hunter Valley or the Southern Highlands. More details on these tours can be found on our Additional Activities
Recommendation for after the climb:
Take the ferry to Manly Beach, exploring the Corso then dining at Hugo’s by the water (great pizza’s here). Please note that Hugo’s doesn’t take reservations.
7.30pm tonight, dinner is confirmed at Café Sydney located at 5th Floor, Customs House 31 Alfred Street, Circular Quay – a short 15 min walk from your hotel (meal at own expense).
Depart by private vehicle to Sydney Airport. Fly Sydney to Melbourne – flight details to be advised. On arrival you will be met by your local guide and transferred by private vehicle on a city orientation, with food, art and laneways focus. Lunch is included today. You will have the chance to drop your luggage at the hotel enroute if you wish. Foodies are in for a real treat with a stop at Supernormal Restaurant to enjoy shared plates with a glass of wine before concluding your time with your guide.
Today is at leisure to explore Melbourne at your own pace. Explore South Melbourne – exploring the city on foot or take a tram to view nearby galleries, stores, museums and the Botanic Gardens. Perhaps consider the Full Day Privately Guided Experience to Ballarat – where you can step back in time, visiting a living gold mining township. Tonight, dine at a local restaurant. ** Alternatively, you may wish to visit the Queen Victoria Night Markets open from 5pm – 10pm on Wednesday evenings, where you will find an array of food & craft stalls.
A private transfer to Melbourne Domestic Airport. Fly Melbourne to Adelaide – flight details to be advised. Arrive Adelaide where you will be met and transferred to the South Australia Air Charters private hangar. At 11.30am Depart Adelaide to Kangaroo Island onboard your charter flight, 35 min flight (commercial options are also available to the Island). 12.00pm Arrive Kangaroo Island where you are met by your hosts and transferred to your Lodge. The remainder of your afternoon is at leisure to settle into your surrounds at the Lodge.
Enjoy a delicious breakfast before setting out on your day of discovery.
At 9.00am departing with your Sea Dragon Guide, you will be introduced to a selection of provedores – culinary creatives boldly conveying KI’s food story. Enjoy meeting the locals as you taste your way around the Island. Enjoy a light lunch today. At 2.00pm you will return to your Lodge where the remainder of your day is at leisure.
Farewell your hosts as you depart by private transfer to Kingscote Airport. Private charter flight from Kangaroo Island to Adelaide. Arrive Adelaide. Transfer to the Domestic Terminal for your connecting flights. Fly Adelaide to Alice Springs – flight details to be advised. Arrive Adelaide. Make your way to your connecting flight. Fly Alice Springs to Ayers Rock – flight details to be advised.
Arrive Uluru Rock. Meet your host and transfer by lodge vehicle to your luxury accommodation. Afternoon at leisure to settle into your accommodation and join in the available signature experience this evening. Uluru & Kantju Gorge Sunset is experienced on a drive around Uluru with an expert guide who explains the World Heritage values, the geology and the tourism history of the region.
Join your hosts for your guided Signature Experiences today; included as part of your stay (available activities will be determined prior to your arrival). In the afternoon, transfer to the Heli Port for your private heli scenic experience across the Red Centre. At 3.00pm your expansive excursion will see you take in a sensational aerial feast as you enjoy views of Uluru and Kata-Tjuta and Lake Amadeus – a 55 minute private heli experience.
This morning delves into the Anangu culture as you learn about symbols and painting styles and create a take-home artwork under the guidance of the local indigenous woman (pay directly to the lodge today). In the afternoon, transfer by lodge vehicle to Ayers Rock Airport. Fly Ayers Rock to Cairns onboard – flight details to be advised. Arrive Cairns where you are met and transferred to your Lodge nestled amongst the Rainforest at Mossman Gorge – a scenic drive of approximately 90 minutes north of Cairns. Tonight, dine at your accommodation (meal at own expense).
This morning is at leisure to relax and enjoy the stunning location and beautiful surroundings of Silky Oaks Lodge. At 1.30pm you will meet your cultural guide and fellow travellers for a half day insightful cultural introduction to Kuku Yalanji as you learn about the deep connection local Aboriginal people have with the culturally significant land and coastal sites. We include afternoon tea today as well as a chance to sample bush tucker. At 7.00pm this evening relax with pre-dinner drinks with a local Aboriginal Artist, Binna – as he shares his stories about life as a Kuku Yalanji tribal member. On completion, dine in the lodge restaurant (meal at own expense).
Meet your driver and transfer to Port Douglas Marina today – a journey of approximately 30 minutes. At 8.30am arrive at the Marina where you will be met by your very own Marine Biologist and escorted to your private vessel and depart on a full day Great Barrier Reef private charger experience – cruising the spectacular turquoise waters of this world heritage listed area. Conditions permitting, you might even like to drop a line to catch a fish for lunch before further exploring the beauty of the Reef. Enjoy a sumptuous lunch today. Changing facilities are available onboard. At 5.30pm return to Port Douglas Marina. Make your way to Macrossan Street (the main street of Port Douglas) where you will have the chance to wander through the township at your leisure. At 6.30pm connect with your driver and return to your Lodge for dinner.
Relax with breakfast this morning. Farewell your hosts as you depart by private vehicle to Cairns International Airport. Depart Cairns onboard your International Outbound Flight.
