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Australia

Self-drive
Driving is a pleasure on Australia's scenic, safe and uncrowded roads. We usually arrange for you to be met at the airport and taken to your hotel, where a hire car will be delivered. Embark on one of the world's most scenic drives including the Great Ocean Road or Gibb River Road.
Self-drive
Aboriginal culture
Australia's Red Centre has one of the country's highest concentrations of Aboriginal culture while in the north, Arnhem Land is Aboriginal owned and home to Australia's most extensive and significant collection of Aboriginal rock-art.
Aboriginal culture
Beach life
You don't need a surf board to appreciate the endless white sands that ring Australia. From the hustle and bustle of Bondi beach to the idyllic shores of the Whitsundays or remote beaches of the west, each has its own appeal.
Beach life
Cosmopolitan cities
From the world-famous Sydney in the east with her iconic Opera House and bridge, to the gleaming buildings and sandy shores of Perth, Australia offers the visitor endless opportunities to enjoy the fast-pace and excitement of city life.
Cosmopolitan cities
National Parks
Australia has one of the largest and greatest national park systems in the world, covering over 24 million hectares. With such diversity as lush rainforest to arid desertscapes the wildlife that call these national parks home are equally diverse.
National Parks
Outback encounters
The vastness of Australia is something truly to behold and there is nowhere better to take this in than in the outback itself, where beautiful desertscape stretch for as far as the eye can see.
Outback encounters
Walking
Whatever your fitness level, there are plenty of opportunities to head out into the Australian countryside and enjoy the remarkably-varied landscapes during your trip. Choose from leisurely strolls to more strenuous, multiple day hikes.
Walking
Wildlife
Australia is well-known for its kangaroos and koalas, but delve a little deeper and you may come across some of the country's more unusual and interesting wildlife, such as the dugong or thorny devil.
Wildlife
Wine regions
Australia is fast-becoming one of the most highly-regarded wine producers in the world, and with the likes of the beautiful and picturesque Barossa, Yarra and Hunter valleys, as well as Margaret River region to explore, we can understand why.
Wine regions
Reefs & Oceans
The kaleidoscopic colours of the fish and corals that inhibit the world's largest offshore reef, the Great Barrier Reef to the east, and the world's largest fringing reef, Ningaloo Reef to the west, are a must-see.
Reefs & Oceans

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Travel Guides for Australia

Read our Australia travel guides with advice and insight from our country specialists.

Aboriginal Australia

Fascinating but now threatened, Aboriginal people trod lightly on the land for 40,000 years. Only in the past few years has recognition of their art and culture begun to surface in Australia.

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Australia for the First-Time Visitor

Being such a vast country, planning your first trip to Australia can be a daunting task. Our Australia specialists are expert at planning perfect itineraries that encompass the key areas and sights that should not be missed, especially on your first visit to Australia.

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Rail Tours of Australia

These days aircraft are the fastest way to cross Australia’s great distances, but either the Ghan or the Indian Pacific rail journeys give you the opportunity to appreciate the sheer scale and grandeur of this vast landmass.

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Australian Wildlife Holidays

Australia is well-known for its kangaroos and koalas, but delve a little deeper and you will find a whole host of unusual and interesting wildlife just waiting to be discovered on a tailor-made tour of Australia.

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Australia City Guide

Thanks to geographical conditions and historical circumstances, Australia's greatest cities vary in size and character, but each is blessed with a sunny climate and is surrounded by natural beauty.

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Wildlife Holidays in Tasmania

The diverse habitats and huge expanses of Tasmania offer the visitor some of the best wildlife viewing in Australia. For such a small island, there is a lot that can be packed into a tailor-made tour of Tasmania!

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Luxury Holidays in Australia

Experience Australia not just as a tourist, but as a welcomed guest. From opulent lodges to private yachts, there are many ways to get under the skin of this breathtaking country in luxury and style.

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Australia Natural Parks & Wonders

From rainforests to deserts, mountains to coral reefs, all of which contain their own unique flora and fauna, Australia is one of the world's natural wonders.

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Responsible Travel Australia

Australia offers a variety of sustainable travel experiences these days. Here we focus on The Northern Territory, South Australia and New South Wales.

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