Independent Wonders of Australia
Independent Wonders of Australia
Independent Wonders of Australia
14 Days
Visiting: Sydney, Cairns, Great Barrier Reef, Darwin, Kakadu National Park, Alice Springs, Uluru, Melbourne
Tour operator:
Tour code:
IPD1-2024
Group Type:
Independent
Guide Type:
Self Guided
Trip Styles:
Interests:
Activities:
From:
$4649
$4521 (USD)
The Big ADVENTURE Sale: -$128
Tour Overview
Walkabout…it’s when Australian Aborigines go on a long journey by foot far from cities and towns. Your “walkabout” won’t be on foot and far away from civilization, but it will give you a chance to learn about the Aborigines as well explore some of Australia’s most exciting cities. And no one brings you Australia like Independence by Globus! In this 14-day vacation, we've arranged your hotel accommodations, daily breakfast, sightseeing, and transfers from/to your hotels to/from the airports for all your intra-vacation flights. Plus, a one-of-a-kind feature: our Globus Local Host, who is there for you in the cities throughout your stays, ensuring everything runs smoothly and helping you get the most out of your trip. You’ll have a Local Host in Sydney, Cairns, and Melbourne.Your vacation begins the moment you arrive in Sydney, as we can pick you up at the airport and take you to your selected hotel. Your Local Host will have a warm welcome for you as well as information to help you get settled and start exploring immediately. In both Sydney and Melbourne, we've arranged for a guided sightseeing tour with a local expert. In Sydney, your tour includes stunning Bondi Beach and a photo stop at Harbour Bridge. In Melbourne, we’ll take you to the Royal Botanic Gardens, Albert Park Lake, and more—plus, we’ll entertain you in both cities with insider stories and little-known secrets. A free day in each city gives you the opportunity to explore on your own (with the support of your Local Host). Perhaps watch the world-famous Penguin Parade on Phillip Island, visit the Old Melbourne Gaol to see where 130 hangings took place, browse the many shops in Sydney's Darling Harbour, or join celebrities like Oprah Winfrey, Cameron Diaz, and Prince Harry in climbing to the top of the Sydney Harbour Bridge.From the laid-back port town of Cairns, we’ll take you on a cruise to Australia's Great Barrier Reef. You'll be able to snorkel, take a semi-submersible watercraft tour, or attend a presentation by a marine biologist. A definite trip highlight!On this vacation, you’ll also learn about the native cultures. You'll enjoy a to the aboriginal sacred site of Uluru (Ayers Rock). Outside of Darwin, we've arranged for a full-day excursion to Kakadu National Park, where a guided walk will show you the ancient Aboriginal rock art, and a visit to the Warradjan Aboriginal Cultural Centre will give you the opportunity to learn about the cultural significance of the park.With these sights, as well as the other sightseeing we've included and the transportation we've arranged, and the time you save by letting us take care of the details for you, you've got yourself the vacation of a lifetime with the I-Time you deserve!
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive In Sydney,Australia
Location: Sydney, Sydney
• Welcome to Sydney! The rest of the day is at your leisure. Your Globus Local Host will make contact with you and meet to discuss your vacation, answer questions, and give suggestions to make the most of your stay.
Day 2: Sydney
Location: Sydney
Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 3: Sydney
Location: Sydney
Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 4: Sydney,Cairns
Location: Sydney, Cairns
Meals Included: Breakfast
• Fly to tropical Cairns and enjoy a 3-night stay in this tropical paradise. The remainder of the day is yours to start exploring.
Day 5: Cairns. Excursion To The Outer Great Barrier Reef
Location: Great Barrier Reef
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
• Prepare for the experience of a lifetime when you board a catamaran for a cruise to the Outer Great Barrier Reef, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. Explore this underwater world that is a dazzling kaleidoscope of coral and sea life. Choose to snorkel, take a semi-submersible watercraft tour, or attend a presentation by a marine biologist. Late this afternoon, return to Cairns.
Day 6: Cairns
Location: Cairns
Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 7: Cairns,Darwin
Location: Cairns, Darwin
Meals Included: Breakfast
•Fly to Darwin at the top end of Australia.
Day 8: Darwin. Excursion To Kakadu National Park
Location: Kakadu National Park
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
NOTE:On Mondays & Thursdays, December-March, sightseeing to Kakadu National Park is not available. On Mondays, alternative sightseeing to Katherine Gorge will be given and on Thursdays, alternative sightseeing to Litchfield National Park will be given.
Day 9: Darwin,Alice Springs
Location: Darwin, Alice Springs
Meals Included: Breakfast
• This morning fly from Darwin to Alice Springs. The rest of the morning is yours to explore on your own. Afternoon sightseeing includes the School of the Air, the Royal Flying Doctor Services, the Old Telegraph Station and ANZAC Hill.
Day 10: Alice Springs-Uluru (Ayers Rock).
Location: Alice Springs
Meals Included: Breakfast
• This morning travel by motorcoach through the Red Centre to Uluru. Finish the day at the “Sunset Strip” for a drink and canapes and to witness the changing colors of “the Rock”.
Day 11: Uluru,Melbourne
Location: Uluru, Melbourne
Meals Included: Breakfast
• Rise early for an inspiring sunrise over Uluru and Kata Tjuta (the Olgas). Witness incredible views over the dunes and stunning desert landscape. Continue to Walpa Gorge for a guided walk through Kata Tjuta. Later, fly to Melbourne, the cosmopolitan heart of Australia.
Day 12: Melbourne
Location: Melbourne
Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 13: Melbourne
Location: Melbourne
Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 14: Melbourne
Location: Melbourne
Meals Included: Breakfast
•Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. You may also choose to extend your time in Melbourne and explore more on your own. Extra nights are available for purchase.
UNESCO Sites
Auschwitz|Great Barrier Reef|Kakadu National Park|Sydney Opera House|Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park
Meals
Breakfast daily; 2 lunches
Accommodation
Sydney:Swissotel Sydney Cairns:Pullman Cairns InternationalDarwin:Oaks Elan Darwin HotelAlice Springs:Doubletree by Hilton Alice SpringsAlice Springs:Crowne Plaza Alice Springs LassetersUluru:Desert Gardens HotelMelbourne:The Savoy Hotel on Little Collins
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How long has the tour company been trading?
For over 90 years.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Travel documents, including any air tickets, itineraries, and other information, are available approximately two to three weeks prior to departure provided full payment has been received.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
The Globus Lighthouse Project - an illuminating initiative where we can all come together to tread lightly and give generously for the globe's greater good. Globus, along with sister companies Avalon Waterways and Cosmos, invite our travellers and partners to help us in supporting causes that provide for a more sustainable planet and a brighter tomorrow.
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Up to 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
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