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Australia Tours

Explore Australia with our escorted tours and private journeys

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Our Kuoni Australia Tours open doors into a country and its cultures allowing you to really get to the heart of Australia, to see its dramatic scenery, endearing animals, culture, people and iconic sights.

•   Our Australia Escorted Tours are operated by our partner AAT Kings, using a fleet of modern coaches and fantastic drivers and guides to fully engage you with this captivating land.
•   Our Australia Independent Tours are a fabulous alternative and offer you the perfect hassle free way to independently explore multiple destinations within Australia.

See our complete list of Escorted and Independent tours.

Australia Escorted Tour Highlights
•   The Great Barrier Reef has enticed many to Australia’s shores, so take our Great Barrier Reef Escape Tour to make sure you see everything this amazing and unique coastline has to offer.
•   If you want to get to the cultural heart of Australia, our Aboriginal Arts & Culture Safari is a journey that takes you past iconic Uluru and through conservation parks to Aborigine communities and their oldest artefacts.

Australia Independent Tour Highlights
•   Our Best of Australia itinerary combines Sydney’s Harbour Bridge, the penguins of Philip Island and a visit to one of Australia’s most iconic, historic landmarks, Uluru.
•   Experience the finer things in life with our indulgent Australia in Style itinerary.

Australia Tailor Made
Don’t forget that with Kuoni, you can tailor make your own dream Australian itinerary.

Simply:
•   Browse our online portfolio, or request a copy of our fantastic Australia, New Zealand & South Pacific brochure.
•   Call our knowledgeable Australia sales team who will help guide you through your options and prepare your detailed holiday quotation.
•   Submit an online quote request form

For further inspiration and information on Australia please see our:
•    i-travel articles for Australia
•    Australia facts and information page

Capital city

Canberra
Population

Australia has a population of 19.5 million.

Time difference / local time

Eastern Standard Time: GMT +10 Hours taking in Tasmania, Victoria, New South Wales and Queensland Central Standard Time: GMT + 9 Hours 30 Mins taking in Northern Territory and South Australia. Western Standard Time: GMT + 8 Hours taking in Western Austr
Language

English is the official language even though they do have their own vocabulary for certain words! The aborigines do have their own language but it is not widely spoken.

Currency

Australian Dollar ($). Approx. exchange rate AUD 1.61 = GBP 1 (27 January 2011) comprising of 100 cents = $1.

Safety

As in most countries, it is wise to take precautions against theft, especially in big cities. Keep valuables such as expensive jewellery in the hotel safety deposit box.

Passports and Visas

Visas are required by everyone except holders of Australian or New Zealand passports. Visas can now be booked electronically through Electronic Travel Authority (ETA’s) or by contacting the Australian High Commission. Clients will also require a 10 year passport which needs to be valid for six months after return to the UK. All other passport holders should contact the Australian High Commission as early as possible.

Shopping

Aborigine art is available in all major cities at every conceivable price. Shops selling duty-free goods are available so it’s worth looking at radios, photographic and electrical equipment, as well as clothes and perfumes. Your passport and ongoing ticket will prove that you’re eligible for duty-free although not always asked for. Souvenirs include the cuddly koala, boomerangs and the  Australian wide brimmed hat.

Climate / season

Rule of the thumb is that the seasons in Australia are opposite to those in Europe. Spring & Summer is October to March with most of the country being warm or hot, the north being more tropical and the south having milder nights. Autumn and winter is April to September where the north and central Australia is clear, with warm days and cool nights. The south experiences cool days with occasional rain.

Electricity

220/240 volt AC. Three round pin plugs are used therefore an adaptor is required

No compulsory vaccinations but recommended vaccination is Tetanus.

Clothing

For warmer weather light weight cotton garments are advisable and for cold weather a jumper or jacket is useful especially for cooler evenings.

Tipping

If you feel that you have received an excellent service and wish to show appreciation for this then a discretionary tip of 10% may be given.

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