Globus Great Sights of Australia with the Outback(PGE2)
15 Day Tour from Brisbane to Ayers Rock
Laugh and the kookaburras laugh with you. Cry and the kookaburras still laugh. That’s the beauty of a journey to happy-go-lucky Australia where sunny days are accentuated by its even sunnier inhabitants. Koalas, kangaroos, wallabies, and wombats are among the many locals eager to greet you on this breezy tour of Australia. With visits to four wondrous waterfront cities, you’ll easily see why the world gushes about the land Down Under. Go behind the scenes at Brisbane’s Australia Zoo, snorkel above the colorful coral at the Great Barrier Reef off the coast of Cairns, and devour the panoramic scenery and a delicious lunch at the iconic Sydney Opera House. With two free days in eclectic Melbourne, you can also gobble up all the goodies this hipster city and surrounding areas have to offer. Perhaps take in the Penguin Parade at Phillip Island or chill with a nice chardonnay at a Yarra Valley winery.See all the colors of the Australian rainbow by adding a 3-day Monograms vacation to its mystical Red Center. You won’t see a sunrise or sunset as inspiring as the rays dancing across the face of Ayers Rock or the equally impressive Kata Tjuta.
Itinerary (2023)
| Day 1 | ARRIVE IN BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA |
| | BRISBANE Welcome to Brisbane! Hotel check-in available upon arrival. A pre-night is not required for early check-in. Schedule flights to arrive by 4 pm in time for a welcome meeting and dinner. (D) |
| Day 2 | BRISBANE. EXCURSION TO THE AUSTRALIA ZOO |
| | BRISBANE Orientation drive. Excursion to the Australia Zoo includes a [LF] behind-the-scenes tour of the Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital. Free time this evening. (B) |
| Day 3 | BRISBANE |
| | BRISBANE Free day. (B) |
| Day 4 | BRISBANE–CAIRNS |
| | Fly to Cairns, “Gateway to the Great Barrier Reef.”CAIRNS Orientation tour; visit to the Cairns Aquarium. Dinner at a local restaurant. (B,D) |
| Day 5 | CAIRNS. EXCURSION TO THE OUTER GREAT BARRIER REEF |
| | OUTER GREAT BARRIER REEF Scenic catamaran cruise to the Outer Great Barrier Reef (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) includes the option of snorkeling, a glass-bottom-boat tour, an underwater observatory, and watching a fish feeding. CAIRNS Free time this evening. (B,L) |
| Day 6 | CAIRNS |
| | CAIRNS Free day. (B) ENHANCE YOUR FREE TIME in Cairns with a trip on the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway and the world-famous Kuranda Scenic Railway. This and many more options throughout your tour are available for purchase with MyGlobus. Get local maps and tips for free time on your GlobusGO mobile app. |
| Day 7 | CAIRNS–MELBOURNE |
| | Fly to MelbourneMELBOURNE Orientation drive. (B) |
| Day 8 | MELBOURNE |
| | MELBOURNE Free day. We suggest the optional excursion to see the world-famous Penguin Parade or a trip on the scenic Great Ocean Road. (B) |
| Day 9 | MELBOURNE–SYDNEY |
| | Fly to Sydney.SYDNEY Guided sightseeing includes the financial district, Mrs Macquarie’s Chair, the botanic gardens, and the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Walking tour with a Local Guide includes the Sydney Opera House (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) with [LF] panoramic lunch at an Opera House restaurant. Free time this afternoon and evening. (B,L) |
| Day 10 | SYDNEY |
| | SYDNEY Free day. Your Tour Director will have suggestions for sightseeing, shopping, and dining. (B) |
| Day 11 | SYDNEY |
| | SYDNEY Free day before a farewell dinner at a local restaurant. (B,D) |
| Day 12 | SYDNEY–THE OUTBACK (ULURU/AYERS ROCK) |
| | Fly to Uluru (Ayers Rock) (a UNESCO World Heritage Site).ULURU Free time the remainder of the day. (B) |
| Day 13 | THE OUTBACK (ULURU/AYERS ROCK) |
| | ULURU This morning, 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 this afternoon, visit the Uluru-Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre, which houses an amazing collection of ceramics, paintings, and punu (woodwork) from the Anangu people, the traditional custodians of Uluru. Finish the day at “Sunset Strip” for a drink and canapes, and to witness the changing colors of the rock. (B) |
| Day 14 | THE OUTBACK (ULURU/AYERS ROCK) |
| | ULURU A full day to experience more of this unique part of Australia. For an unforgettable experience, you may choose to rise early for an optional camel ride to watch the sunrise at Uluru. You can also choose to take in the grandeur of the Outback on a scenic helicopter flight or via Harley-Davidson motorcycle. In the evening choose from an optional star-gazing program, as well as a special dinner under the stars. (B) |
| Day 15 | THE OUTBACK (ULURU/AYERS ROCK) |
| | Transfer to Ayers Rock Connellan Airport where your tour ends. (B) |
Included Globus Meals
Breakfast daily, 2 lunches, 3 dinners
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