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Aussie Icons & Islands
18-night Australia's Eastern Highlights Multi-Centre
If you’re looking for a holiday that hits the Aus hot spots and is ace for first timers, this is the one. You’ll hop along the east coast, from Melbourne all the way up to the Whitsundays (of picture-perfect islands fame) and Port Douglas (of reef-meets-jungle fame) and back down to Sydney – a city with an embarrassment of landmark riches.
Itinerary overview
Days 1-2
Singapore
We can't deny that it’s a long way to Australia from the UK, so rather than just touch down for a...
Day 3
Singapore to Australia
Spend your last morning in the Lion City fitting in anything you’ve missed, or revisiting your fa...
Days 4-6
Melbourne
Melbourne is a modern metropolis of skyscrapers, world-famous sports centres, riverside parks and...
Days 7-9
Hamilton Island
It's island time. And the island in question? The Whitsundays’ sought after and spectacular Hamil...
Days 10-11
Brisbane
Up for another slice of city life? Next up is laid-back Brisbane. We’ve set aside an entire day t...
Days 12-14
Port Douglas
Hit the road in your hire car and head up to Tropical North Queensland. This is a land of dense a...
Days 15-18
Sydney
This holiday doesn’t quit and the epic stops continue right through to the end. You’ll fly from C...
Days 1-2
Singapore
We can't deny that it’s a long way to Australia from the UK, so rather than just touch down for a few hours en route, we’ve set aside a couple of days to explore one of South East Asia’s top tier destinations. If you like gardens, you’re in luck – there are plenty to pick from. And if high-end shopping and top-notch eats are more your thing, then you’ll be more than satisfied too: Singapore’s a delight for boutique browsers and epicureans. After a couple of days in, you’ll be adjusting to the time zone change and ready to make the trip down to Aus.
Day 3
Singapore to Australia
Spend your last morning in the Lion City fitting in anything you’ve missed, or revisiting your favourite places before boarding the plane that’ll whisk you down to Melbourne. It’s an overnight flight so you’ll arrive in good time on your first day Down Under.
Days 4-6
Melbourne
Melbourne is a modern metropolis of skyscrapers, world-famous sports centres, riverside parks and eclectic neighbourhoods. On your arrival day, drop your bags at the hotel and find a spot for a leisurely breakfast and take it all in; it’s a practically perfect introduction to your time in Australia. The next few days are split between independent city sojourns and a trip out to the and some time on the ultra-charming Phillip Island, home to the littlest penguins of them all: the blue penguins. Other Melbourne experiences for your consideration include a visit to some Yarra Valley vineyards or a Great Ocean Road out-and-back day trip.
Days 7-9
Hamilton Island
It's island time. And the island in question? The Whitsundays’ sought after and spectacular Hamilton Island. It’s all about switching off in this part of the world – we’ll take you to Australia’s poster child beach, Whitehaven, which is totally unmissable but otherwise it’s all up to you. You can mess around on the water, tee off or trek to Passage Peak or take it totally easy. The isle is your oyster. You could also add on an optional night at the Reefsleep for a night under the stars and over the Great Barrier Reef; this one-of-a-kind experience would up the holiday ante.
Days 10-11
Brisbane
Up for another slice of city life? Next up is laid-back Brisbane. We’ve set aside an entire day that you can do what you want with. It’s likely that you’ll focus your energy on the city’s South Bank neighbourhood. This is where you’ll find land-locked Brisbane’s Streets Beach, a cluster of cultural highlights and a riverside scene that steals the show.
Days 12-14
Port Douglas
Hit the road in your hire car and head up to Tropical North Queensland. This is a land of dense and ancient rainforests that spill down to the where the Great Barrier Reef skims the Coral Sea coastline. Level up your arrival in town with an optional sunset sail; what a set off your time in this stunning corner of Australia. Your first full day here focuses on (and under) the water – we’ve included a trip to a multi-activity platform on outer reef of Agincourt. From here, you can snorkel, dive, hop in a semi-submersible or just chill out in the underwater observatory. There are further reef options so just let us know what floats your boat. Then there’s a day that’s been set aside for your own adventures but can we have to put in a good word for a visit to Cape Tribulation and Mossman Gorge.
Days 15-18
Sydney
This holiday doesn’t quit and the epic stops continue right through to the end. You’ll fly from Cairns down to Sydney, the epicentre of iconic urban Australia. Perhaps start off the fun with an optional dinner cruise out on the harbour – the skyline lights and illuminated sails of the opera house are a jaw dropping backdrop to your first night in the city. We recommend packing the next two days with some serious sightseeing: you’ve got an included tour of the Opera House and a pick of additional experiences to add on. These range from bridge climbs and sea plane flights to beach visits, cruises and a trip out to the almost impossibly beautiful Blue Mountains.
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