Sydney • Byron Bay • Noosa Heads • Airlie Beach • Port Douglas
Experience the ultimate Aussie escape, an unforgettable journey filled with adventure, luxury, and breathtaking nature. From Sydney’s iconic harbour and the stunning Blue Mountains to Byron Bay’s surf vibes, Noosa’s untouched Everglades, and K’gari’s wild beauty, every stop delivers a “wow” moment. Soak up the Whitsundays, explore Magnetic Island’s beaches and sunsets, then finish in tropical Port Douglas with the ancient Daintree Rainforest and the world-famous Great Barrier Reef. One epic journey, Australia at its absolute best.
Day 1: Sydney
London Heathrow Airport To Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport Via Singapore Changi Airport
Private Transfer Airport to Hotel
Stay at Crowne Plaza Sydney Darling Harbour by IHG for 3 nights
Day 2: Blue Mountains All Inclusive Small Group Tour
Your Blue Mountains Tour adventure with Anderson's Tours starts with an early morning pick-up in Sydney City Centre. Setting off westward, early to spend the maximum time in the Blue Mountains, travelling through high mountain ranges and into the very heart of the Blue Mountains. One day tour to the Blue Mountains offers breathtaking view,s taking in a selection of unique lookout points surrounding Jamison Valley. Away from the crowds, you can marvel at the vast, jaw-dropping valley views while breathing in fresh, eucalyptus-infused air. Join in guided walks to see cascades and spectacular lookouts away from the large tour groups. Marvel at the beauty of the Three Sisters and listen to informative commentary from local Blue Mountain guides. Experience the wonder of the Blue Mountains from above (and below!) with the Scenic World passes, permitting us access to three amazing sightseeing rides and a guided boardwalk through the rainforest! Discover Stunning Views Of The World Heritage-Listed Blue Mountains from The Skyway, see Katoomba falls, and ride on the steepest railway in the world.
Enjoy a freshly prepared lunch at a historic mountain hotel, the visit a final viewpoint for some more photo opportunities. Get up close and personal with some of Australia's most famous animals, such as koalas, kangaroos, and many more, at Featherdale Wildlife Park or Sydney Zoo! Learn all about these fascinating creatures and why they are so special to Australia. End your Blue Mountains Day trip on a high note with a ferry trip on the Parramatta River that leads into the famous Sydney Harbour, where your trip concludes at Barangaroo wharf at approximately 5:20 pm.
Inclusions:
- Guided admission into Skyway, Railway and Cableway
- Guided Rainforest boardwalk in Jamison Valley
- Unique lookouts away from large groups
- Interactive experience with native Australian animals at either Featherdale Wildlife Park or Sydney Zoo
- Modern fleet transportation with WIFI
- River ferry return cruising on Parramatta River into Sydney Harbour.
Day 3: Sydney Sightseeing and Bondi Beach
Anderson's Tour unforgettable 4-hour Sydney sightseeing tour. Discover the rich history and iconic beauty of this remarkable city in a small group setting, ensuring a personalised experience. The journey begins with a guided walking tour of the historic Rocks area, where you'll wander through cobblestone streets and learn intriguing stories of the past. Then, be prepared to be awestruck as you drive past iconic landmarks like the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge. Capture stunning photos and enjoy panoramic views from Mrs Macquarie's Chair. You'll also visit the world-famous Bondi Beach, where you can stroll along the promenade or relax at the local bars (at your own expense). The tour concludes back at the captivating Rocks area.
Inclusions:
- 4 Hour Sightseeing tour with a local guide.
- Discover hidden lanes on our Rocks Walking Tour.
- Continue by mini coach to see Sydney's icon.
- Enjoy Magnificent views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House from Mrs Macquarie's Chair.
- Listen to live commentary as you drive through the city, Chinatown and Oxford Street.
- Take a leisurely stroll along Bondi Beach and spend up to an hour at your own leisure.
- A comprehensive half-day guided tour of Sydney.
Day 4: Byron Bay
Private Transfer from Hotel to Airport
Flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to
Ballina Ns Australia
Stay at Byron Beachcomber Resort for 3 nights
Day 5: Byron Surf Lesson
Learn to surf right on the main beach of beautiful Byron Bay. This popular beginner course teaches you how to safely get out and uponto your first wave. You will be taught in a small group setting so you get plenty of hands-on help. To build up your knowledge and confidence, first start out on the beach and you will be taught how to recognise surf conditions and practice your surfing technique before you get into the water. Then it's off into the ocean, where you start off in broken waves - the white foam created after the waves run their course. You will be amazed at how easy, safe and enjoyable it can be to learn to surf.
Inclusions:
- Surf lesson and all equipment, including soft safe surfboards, summer or winter wetsuits, UV rash vests, sunblock and a certificate on completion.
- Use of change rooms, outdoor shower and storage for personal belongings.
- Low participant-to-instructor ratio of maximum 6:1.
Day 6: Guided Evening Glow Worm E-Bike Tour
This three-hour guided evening e-bike tour takes visitors into the Burringbar Range Tunnel on the Northern Rivers Rail Trail. The tour begins riding through native rain forest, spotting nocturnal animals on the way, before guests dismount and walk through the tunnel using only the natural light of the glow worms. The natural beauty of thousands of glow worms is amazing, and guests learn about their unique characteristics along with micro bats and other native wildlife. Inclusions:
- 3-hour tour led by experienced local guides keen to share their knowledge.
- Accommodation pick-up/ drop off in Byron Bay and Tweed Coast areas within approximately 15km radius.
- Travel in an air-conditioned Toyota minibus with leather seats.
- Helmets, night lights and waterproof panniers to carry your belongings.
Day 7: Noosa Heads
Stay at Habitat Noosa for 3 nights
Day 8: Serenity Cruise to Australia's Everglades
Overview
The Noosa River system is unique as its entire upper catchment is protected in a National Park. Throughout the afternoon cruise, take the opportunity to observe and photograph the spectacular mirrored waterways and unique ecosystem. Australia's Everglades are found in the Northern end of the Noosa River system, perched within the sand dunes of the Cooloola National Park. An untouched, pristine wilderness area awaits you. Pure freshwater pulses out of the Cooloola Sandmass and filters through the tea tree-infused ecosystem into this unique river system - creating the most spectacular reflections you will ever see. Enjoy a complimentary glass of Beer OR Bubbles whilst gliding down the reflective waterways of Australia's Everglades. Watch the stunning colour changes as the sun sets slowly over this magnificent wilderness area before returning to Habitat Noosa Everglades Eco Camp.
What's Included
Inclusions:
Sparkling wine and Beer
Live commentary on board
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting Point
Everglades Eco Safaris River Cruise Noosa
204 Lake Flat Road, Boreen Point QLD 4565, Australia
End Point
Day 9: K'gari (Fraser Island) Small Group 4WD Adventure
Overview
Explore the beauty of Fraser Island on a full-day tour from Noosa and Rainbow Beach. With an experienced and passionate guide, discover what makes the island a World Heritage-listed site. Travel along the sandy highway, see ancient rainforests, and marvel at the crystal-clear Lake McKenzie. With plenty of opportunities to spot wildlife along the way, every day on Fraser Island is a new experience.
What's Included
Inclusions:
Full-day Fraser Island 4WD tour
Return ferry to K'gari (Fraser Island)
National Park fees and permits
Knowledgeable, experienced guide
Lunch and drinks (dietary requirements catered if requested)
Morning and afternoon tea
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Day 10 -12 : Airlie Beach
Flight from Brisbane International Airport QL to Proserpine
Private Transfer Airport to Hotel
Stay at The Sebel Whitsundays Airlie Beach for 3 nights
Day 13: Magnetic Island Round-Trip Ferry From Townsville
Overview
Enjoy the secluded paradise of Magnetic Island, a tropical destination known for its quiet beaches, rugged landscape, and abundant wildlife. Easily accessible via the ferry from the City of Townsville, Magnetic Island is only 20 minutes away with SeaLink, the quickest link to this idyllic tropical location, to set the clock to island time.
Sea Link offers up to 17 trips a day to Magnetic Island. The ferry terminal in Townsville is located close to the CBD and The Strand and only 12 minutes from the Townsville Airport. You can easily make a day on Magnetic Island or stay for as long as you want, for the best island experience on the east coast of Australia. Return tickets are valid for up to 180 days from purchase, so take your time and enjoy snorkel trails, hiking trails of the Magnetic Island National Park, home to the largest colony of koalas in Northern Australia, and a perfect base to explore the GBR.
What's Included
Inclusions:
Return Trip Ferry Transfer
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting Point
Magnetic Island ferry terminal
Nelly Bay, QLD 4819, Australia
End Point
Breakwater ferry terminal
Townsville City, QLD 4810, Australia
The return transfer will finish at Breakwater Ferry Terminal
This will be where you will board the return Ferry to Townsville.
Stay at Grand Mercure Apartments, Magnetic Island, for 3 nights
Day 14: Sunset Cruise on Magnetic Island
Overview
We don't just watch a sunset on our exciting tour. We like to do a lot more optional experiences, such as swimming, exploring bays that we stop at and fishing. After departing, we take our time making our way to Radical Bay, seeing many sights. We then have the option to leave the vessel to swim and explore as we land on the beach. We also give you the option to swim with many fish, and we give you a mask to view them. Fishing is always best before dark , so we also like to troll some lures with a chance of catching a big one. All this is optional, but taking in a breathtaking sunset is mandatory. A very unique tour we are proud of.
What's Included
Inclusions:
We supply complementary sparkling, and you are welcome to bring your own. Cups and eskies provided.
In-person guide
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting Point
Pacific Dr at Horseshoe Bay
Horseshoe Bay, QLD 4819, Australia
End Point
Day 15: Magnetic Island: West Coast Eco Adventure
Day 16: Port Douglas
Townsville / Economy - RAIL
Private Transfer Train Station to Hotel
Stay at Silkari Lagoons, Port Douglas, for 4 nights
Day 17: Daintree Rainforest Tour
Experience the magnificent and untouched World Heritage-listed Daintree Rainforest, the oldest living rainforest in the world, at 160 million years. Visit the only place in the world where two World Heritage listed areas - The Daintree Rainforest and The Great Barrier Reef exist side by side, forming one of the most diverse ecosystems on earth. Spot crocodiles in the wild, sample delicious locally made tropical ice creams (at your own expense), marvel at the beauty of this area from Alexandra Lookout and take in the rainforest from the forest floor with informative guided walks, and if you are lucky, you may spot a cassowary.
Inclusions:
- Guided rainforest walk at Mossman Gorge
- Ferry across the Daintree River
- Daintree Discovery Centre
- 1 hour wildlife river cruise
- Lunch in a rainforest resort
- Beach walk
-Air-conditioned vehicle
Day 18: Kuranda Scenic Railway Day Trip from Port Douglas
overview
Experience the rainforest beauty of Far North Queensland on a scenic day trip from Port Douglas. Enjoy the historic Kuranda Scenic Railway, free time to explore Kuranda Village and glide over and through World Heritage Listed Rainforest on the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway,
What's Included
Inclusions:
One-way Kuranda Scenic Railway
One-way Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
Hotel pick up and drop off (selected hotels only)
Day 19: Outer Barrier Reef - Snorkelling Ex Port Douglas
A Quicksilver coach will pick you up from a selected pickup point for your transfer to Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina, Port Douglas, the departure point of your cruise. At 9.30 am board Quicksilver's 45.5 metre high speed wavepiercing catamaran to commence a full day cruise. Travel in air-conditioned comfort to a spacious reef activity platform moored in protective lagoons at the renowned Agincourt Reef, on the edge of the Great Barrier Reef. Quicksilver has facilities to enable both swimmers and non-swimmers to experience this stunning reef world. Explore the reef from the comfort of a semi-submersible, the underwater observatory or by snorkelling. A range of optional activities is available, including up to two dives for certified divers, and novices can experience the magic of scuba with a qualified dive instructor or an Oceanwalker helmet dive. Also available are guided snorkelling tours with a marine biologist and scenic helicopter flights over the reef (all optional activities at own expense). Enjoy lunch on board. Cruise concludes at approximately 4.30 pm, at which time drop-offs will commence.
Inclusions:
- Cruise by fast wave-piercing catamaran.
- Informative presentation by a Marine Biologist.
- Semi-submersible coral viewing rides.
- Snorkelling equipment (mask, snorkel, and fins).
- Facilities for swimmers and non-swimmers.
- Underwater Observatory coral viewing.
- Transfers to/from selected pickup point
- Cruise by fast wave-piercing catamaran.
- Environmental management charge.
Day 20: Departure
Private Transfer from Hotel to Airport
Value Add
• 5 Free nights
• 22 % Early Bird Savings in Crowne Plaza Darling Harbour
Prices & Departures
Deposit £800pp
b04870 Heathrow from £4799pp
b04846 Glasgow from £4979pp
b04852 Dublin from £5095pp
b04823 Manchester from £5099pp
Terms & Conditions
Based on 2 adults sharing
Offer Includes
- International & Internal flights
- 3 nights at Crowne Plaza Darling Harbour in a Standard Room with bed & breakfast
- Blue Mountains All-Inclusive Small Group Tour
- Sydney Sightseeing and Bondi Beach
- Car Hire from Byron Bay to Brisbane
- 3 nights at Byron Beachcomber Resort in a Studio Room on a room-only
- Byron Surf Lesson
- Guided Evening Glow Worm E-Bike Tour
- 3 nights at Habitat Noosa in a Wilderness Tent on a room-only
- Serenity Cruise to Australia's Everglades
- K'gari (Fraser Island) Small Group 4WD Adventure - From Noosa
- 3 nights at The Sebel Whitsundays Airlie Beach in an Ocean Suite Room Only
- Rail from Airlie Beach to Townsville
- Roud Trip Ferry from Townsville to Magnetic Island
- 3 nights at Grand Mercure Apartments Magnetic Island in a One Bedroom Ocean View Room with bed & breakfast
- Sunset Cruise on Magnetic Island
- Magnetic Island: West Coast Eco Adventure
- Rail from Townsville to Cairns
- Private Transfer from Cairns Station to Port Douglas
- 4 nights at Silkari Lagoons Port Douglas in a Swim Out Room with bed & breakfast
- Daintree Rainforest Tour
- Kuranda Scenic Railway Day Trip from Port Douglas
- Outer Barrier Reef - Snorkelling Ex Port Douglas
- Private return airport transfers throughout
Meal Plans
- As per Itinerary
