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Hamilton Island

Australian family adventure: Sydney to the Whitsundays

17 days from £6,995pp
Hamilton Island
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Tour highlights

  • Ride the waves with an exciting surf lesson on the iconic Bondi Beach.

  • Admire the scenic beauty of the Blue Mountains, looking out for jumping kangaroos.

  • Enjoy a sun-soaked stay in Noosa, with its beautiful beaches and vibrant local culture.

  • Experience the stunning Whitsunday Islands and try snorkelling on the Great Barrier Reef.

  • Benefit from a private driver throughout, ensuring the trip is totally stress-free.

Price includes:

  • Scheduled international and domestic flights
  • In-destination transfers in comfortable vehicles
  • Age-appropriate activities
  • Family-friendly accommodation
  • Price per person based on two adults and two children
  • 24-hour support while you travel
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Itinerary idea in detail

Includes international flights from a choice of UK airports, including London, Birmingham, Manchester, Newcastle, Edinburgh and Glasgow.

  • Today you begin your journey by boarding your international outbound flight to Sydney.

  • On-board your international outbound flight to Sydney.

  • On arrival in Sydney, you will be transferred by private people mover to your downtown accommodation. The remainder of the day is free to relax. If you have the energy, you could dip a toe into Sydney's highlights — perhaps start by taking a tour of the Opera House or walking over the Harbour Bridge, nicknamed 'the coat hanger'.

    • Sydney
      Sydney
    • Opera House, Sydney, Australia
      Opera House, Sydney, Australia
    • Mossman, Sydney Harbour
      Mossman, Sydney Harbour

  • The whole family will spend the morning in the water learning to ride the waves on Bondi Beach, a quintessential Aussie experience. The rest of the day is for you to enjoy at your leisure on the beach.

    • Circular Quay, Sydney, Australia
      Circular Quay, Sydney, Australia
    • Sydney Harbour Bridge
      Sydney Harbour Bridge
    • Sydney skyline
      Sydney skyline

  • This morning, your guide will pick you up from your hotel for a full-day tour of the majestic Blue Mountains. As you head into the mountains, you will stop at a local farm to see some of Australia's native wildlife, including kangaroos and koalas. You will then continue up into the Blue Mountains to visit a number of stunning lookout points over the Jameson Valley, including the famous Three Sisters in Katoomba. Throughout the day, there will be chances to visit many more of the Blue Mountains' iconic sights, including the towering Govetts Leap Falls and Blue Mountains Botanic Garden.

    • Sydney sunset
      Sydney sunset
    • View across Sydney Harbour
      View across Sydney Harbour
    • Sydney Harbour Bridge, Australia
      Sydney Harbour Bridge, Australia

  • This morning, a private driver will collect you from your accommodation to transfer you to the airport in time for your onward flight to the Gold Coast. Upon arrival, you will collect your vehicle and head into the rainforest to stay at O'Reilly's Guesthouse for two nights. Here, you will have the chance to take some of the stunning walking trails in this UNESCO World Heritage-listed national park and marvel at the tropical birdlife and wildlife endemic to the region.

    • Regency Bower Bird, Lamington National Park, Australia
      Regency Bower Bird, Lamington National Park, Australia
    • Lamington National Park, Queensland
      Lamington National Park, Queensland
    • Sydney, Australia
      Sydney, Australia

  • Today is a free day to explore Lamington National Park further and to try some of the included tours at your accommodation.

  • You will be transferred north from Lamington National Park to the Sunshine Coast today, where you will spend the next three days exploring one of Australia's most beautiful beach destinations.

    • Rainbow Beach, The Sunshine Coast, Queensland
      Rainbow Beach, The Sunshine Coast, Queensland
    • Brisbane skyline
      Brisbane skyline
    • Bulcock Beach, Sunshine Coast
      Bulcock Beach, Sunshine Coast

  • Today is a free day for you to enjoy Noosa and the Sunshine Coast.

    • Maroochy Main Beach, Sunshine Coast
      Maroochy Main Beach, Sunshine Coast
    • The Sunshine Coast, Australia
      The Sunshine Coast, Australia
    • Blackall Ranges, Sunshine Coast, Queensland
      Blackall Ranges, Sunshine Coast, Queensland

  • On your private tour today, you will head north of Noosa along 70 kilometres of iconic beaches with amazing scenery and marine wildlife. You will drive to Double Island Point Lighthouse to take in the 270-degree ocean view before heading to Rainbow Beach to see the colourful sand mounds. Stop at Rainbow Beach Surf Club for lunch before looping back to Noosa.

  • This morning, you will depart the Sunshine Coast and drive back to Brisbane Airport in time for your flight to Hamilton Island. Upon arrival on Hamilton Island, you will be transported to your accommodation, where you have the rest of the afternoon free to relax.

    • Hamilton Island Marina, Queensland
      Hamilton Island Marina, Queensland
    • Hamilton Island
      Hamilton Island
    • Hamilton Island at sunset
      Hamilton Island at sunset

  • Head to Hamilton Island Marina this morning for your full-day reef cruise. Your vessel will take you to Hardy Reef, where you'll spend over three hours snorkelling, and also have the chance to scuba dive, take a glass bottom boat ride, or take out a semi-submersible.

    • Hamilton Island
      Hamilton Island
    • Hamilton Island
      Hamilton Island
    • Great Barrier Reef
      Great Barrier Reef

  • Today is at leisure on Hamilton Island to use their facilities and relax.

    • Hamilton Island
      Hamilton Island
    • Great Barrier Reef
      Great Barrier Reef
    • Hamilton Island, Queensland
      Hamilton Island, Queensland

  • Today is another free day. We recommend taking a tour to Whitehaven Beach to see the stunning white sand.

    • Hamilton Island, Queensland
      Hamilton Island, Queensland
    • Hardy Reef
      Hardy Reef
    • Cockatoo, Hamilton Island
      Cockatoo, Hamilton Island

  • A final day to relax in the Whitsunday Islands, enjoying azure waters, white sand beaches, and many activities available on the island.

  • You will be transported to the airport this morning in time for your onward flight back to Brisbane, to meet your international connection.

    • Brisbane, Queensland
      Brisbane, Queensland
    • Brisbane River and City, Queensland
      Brisbane River and City, Queensland
    • Brisbane River
      Brisbane River

  • Arrive home today to complete your journey.

Accommodation options

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When to go

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Sydney
 
Lamington National Park
 
Brisbane
 
Sunshine Coast
 
Hamilton Island
 

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