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  • Kangaroos at Lucky Bay, Cape Le Grand National Park

    Southwest Australia: beaches, wine & wildlife

    Australia
    • Take an exhilarating helicopter flight over Esperance's Pink Lake and Cape Le Grand National Park.

    • Sample fabulous local wines and enjoy pristine beaches in the Margaret River region.

    • Wander through towering ancient karri forests in Pemberton.

    • Experience ancient Aboriginal culture deep underground in the Ngilgi Caves.

    • Explore historic Fremantle, with its craft breweries, vibrant markets and UNESCO-listed Fremantle Prison.

    15 days from £4,995pp

  • Whitehaven Beach, Whitsundays

    Australian family adventure: Sydney to the Whitsundays

    Australia
    • 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.

    17 days from £6,995pp

  • Sydney Harbour

    Singapore to Australia Celebrity cruise & Queensland

    Australia
    • Visit Singapore’s Gardens by the Bay, one of the world’s horticultural showpieces.

    • Relax on board a two-week luxury cruise from Singapore to Australia.

    • Snorkel on the Great Barrier Reef or go hiking in the Daintree Rainforest.

    • Sip champagne and dine on fresh seafood as you sail around Sydney Harbour.

    • Go fishing and canoeing amid the mangroves of the Noosa Everglades.

    26 days from £7,995pp

  • Kata Tjuta, Northern Territory

    Highlights of Australia: city, Outback & reef

    Australia
    • Dive into Melbourne's vibrant arts scene and quaint laneways, brimming with coffee culture.

    • Experience Sydney's iconic Opera House and stunning harbour views on a lunch cruise.

    • Walk the sacred grounds of Uluru at sunset, embracing the heart of the Outback.

    • Snorkel on the Great Barrier Reef, witnessing a kaleidoscope of marine life.

    • Adventure through the UNESCO-listed Daintree Rainforest, exploring ancient flora and unique wildlife.

    15 days from £7,995pp

  • Brays Beach, Byron Bay

    By the beach

    Australia
    • Visit Sydney's stylish city beaches.

    • Explore the national parks and chalky white sand of Jervis Bay.

    • Sample wines from the Hunter Valley.

    • Enjoy a food tour of the Byron Bay region.

    16 days from £5,065pp

  • Tram at Flinders Street Station, Melbourne

    Victoria beyond Melbourne: wine & wildlife

    Australia
    • Discover the hidden laneways and alleyways of Melbourne.

    • Spot Australian wildlife on land and sea on an eco-adventure.

    • Taste wines from Australia's prominent wine region.

    • Hike through dramatic coastal landscapes and national parks.

    • Soar above the trees on a sunrise hot air balloon ride.

    13 days from £5,230pp

  • Aboriginal rock art, Kakadu National Park

    Aboriginal Australia tour: Darwin to Adelaide

    Australia
    • Shop at the Mindi Beach craft markets.

    • See first-hand the stunning rock art of Arnhem Land.

    • Take a cruise on the Yellow Waters in the Kakadu National Park and see a plethora of birdlife here.

    • Experience Kata Tjuta at sunrise and Uluru at sunset and simply absorb the beauty of this unique part of the world.

    14 days from £5,235pp

  • Melbourne city and Yarra River

    Southeast discovered

    Australia
    • Sample some of Australia's finest wines in the Barossa Valley.

    • Drive along the dramatic Great Ocean Road west of Melbourne.

    • Join a walking tour of Melbourne's hidden laneways.

    • Hike through the beautiful Blue Mountains to the west of Sydney.

    • Enjoy a surfing lesson on Bondi Beach.

    21 days from £5,950pp

  • Nambung National Park & Cervantes, Australia

    Western Australia's Coral Coast

    Australia
    • Marvel at the spectacular marine life including manta rays, whale sharks and turtles.

    • Explore the historic town of Fremantle, with its convict jails, whaling ships and old taverns.

    • Take a sunset walk along a deserted beach.

    • Explore the national parks to view canyons and dramatic rock formations.

    16 days from £6,080pp

  • Lamington National Park, Queensland

    Family exploration around New South Wales

    Australia
    • Climb the famous Sydney Harbour Bridge to get panoramic views of the city.

    • Snorkel around the calm waters of Lord Howe Island to see corals and fish.

    • Hike the Blue Mountains to see the Three Sisters rock formation.

    • Surf the waves of Byron Bay.

    18 days from £7,090pp

  • Launceston City Dock

    Classic Tasmania self-drive tour

    Australia
    • Browse the Salamanca Markets in Hobart for local arts and crafts, surrounded by the historical harbour buildings.

    • Cruise the Gordon River and take in the local flora, fauna and convict history.

    • Get up close to the elusive Tasmanian Devils at Cradle Mountain National Park.

    • Walk to the Wineglass Bay lookout in Freycinet National Park and take your own pictures of one of Australia's most photographed beaches.

    13 days from £7,200pp

  • Port Douglas

    Luxury Australia family expedition

    Australia
    • Experience a sunrise over Melbourne in a hot air balloon.

    • Cruise through the world's oldest living rainforest, looking for crocodiles.

    • Snorkel with tropical fish on the Great Barrier Reef.

    • Paddle through the Australian Everglades.

    • Enjoy a private family surf lesson on the iconic Bondi Beach.

    17 days from £8,250pp

  • Longreach Bay, Rottnest Island

    Western Australia's ultimate wildlife journey

    Australia
    • Explore the vibrant city of Perth on a private walking tour.

    • Meet the inquisitive local quokkas on Rottnest Island.

    • Dive with whale sharks or humpback whales on the Ningaloo Reef.

    • Hike a stunning section of the Cape to Cape Track stopping for a gourmet four-course lunch.

    • Stay in some of the finest accommodation that Western Australia has to offer.

    13 days from £8,340pp

  • Vineyard in the Margaret River region

    Australia's great walks: Tasmania & Western Australia

    Australia
    • Explore Hobart’s weird and wonderful Museum of Old and New Art, before embarking on a privately guided tour of the experimental vineyard on site.

    • Visit Maria Island on a guided four-day walk, home to an astonishing abundance of wildlife and diverse natural beauty.

    • Explore quirky Fremantle, where rickety wooden buildings juxtapose hip new boutiques and eateries.

    • Discover the towering karri forests, premium wineries, pristine coastline and diverse wildlife of the Cape to Cape Track.

    • Experience an exhilarating seaplane flight over Rottnest Island, home of the famous quokka and some of Australia’s best beaches.

    18 days from £9,815pp

  • Seals at Seal Bay, Australia

    Wine & wildlife: Australia’s ultimate safari

    Australia
    • Discover the native wildlife of Kangaroo Island.

    • Learn the history of South Australia’s world-famous wine regions.

    • Explore the beautiful Flinders Ranges Outback.

    • Meet the inquisitive local quokkas of Rottnest Island.

    • Swim with whale sharks or humpback whales on the Ningaloo Reef.

    • Discover wine, food and arts in the world-renowned Margaret River region.

    20 days from £10,755pp

  • Kimberley cruise, True North

    The Kimberley by land, air & sea

    Australia
    • Discover the remote Kimberley Coast on a ten-night luxury cruise with Coral Expeditions.

    • Enjoy an exhilarating scenic flight over Purnululu and the Bungle Bungle Ranges.

    • Immerse yourself in rugged Outback at El Questro Station.

    • Explore cosmopolitan Broome, and enjoy a sundowner by Cable Beach.

    22 days from £12,350pp

  • True North, northern Australia

    Cruising the Kimberley onboard the True North

    Australia
    • Explore the vibrant city of Perth from a luxurious hotel.

    • Spend time in the cosmopolitan town of Broome and enjoy a sundowner by Cable Beach.

    • Immerse yourself in the Kimberley onboard a seven-night luxury True North expedition cruise.

    • Explore the immense El Questro station from a luxury homestead.

    • Take a scenic flight over the Bungle Bungle.

    19 days from £13,450pp

  • Oriental darter, Kakadu National Park, Australia

    Australia’s wild heart

    Australia
    • Take in Darwin and the Kakadu by land, air and water.

    • Experience Kata Tjuta at sunrise and Uluru at sunset and simply absorb the beauty of this unique part of the world.

    • Explore the vibrant city of Perth on a private walking tour.

    • Discover the towering karri forests, premium wineries, pristine coastline and diverse wildlife of the Margaret River Region.

    17 days from £13,600pp

  • Sydney, New South Wales

    New Zealand, Tasmania & Australia cruise with Azamara

    New Zealand and Australia
    • Explore New Zealand, Tasmania, and Australia by luxury cruise

    • Venture into the scenic Abel Tasman National Park in search of seals.

    • Cruise Milford Sound taking in the cascading waterfalls and towering mountains.

    • Get up close to the elusive Tasmanian Devil at feeding time.

    • Hike through the Blue Mountains.

    27 days from £14,065pp

  • Uluru, Central Australia

    Australia & New Zealand uncovered

    Australia and New Zealand
    • Explore Sydney's iconic highlights.

    • Watch the sunset over the magnificent Uluru/Ayers Rock.

    • Snorkel the turquoise waters of the Great Barrier Reef.

    • Explore New Zealand's rugged and mountainous landscape.

    • Visit world-famous wineries in the Blenheim winelands.

    • Cruise the beautiful Doubtful Sound.

    23 days from £15,620pp

  • The Ghan, Alice Springs

    Best of the Outback by air & rail

    Australia
    • Take a luxurious three-night train journey on The Ghan Expedition.

    • Explore Litchfield National Park along with its stunning waterfalls and scenic walks.

    • Immerse yourself in the Northern Territory's coastal floodplains to spot bird and wildlife.

    • Discover all the island life including koalas and kangaroos on Kangaroo Island.

    19 days from £16,650pp

  • Palm Cove, Cairns Region

    Exploring Queensland

    Australia
    • Indulge in both Brisbane's sites and its emerging food scene.

    • Snorkel among thriving reef teeming with marine life.

    • Adventure through the world's largest sand island.

    • Explore where the greatest reef meets the oldest rainforest.

    16 days from £19,130pp

  • Whitehaven Beach in the Whitsunday Islands

    Ultimate luxury of Queensland

    Australia
    • Explore Australia's highest non-alpine mountain lodge.

    • Adventure through the rugged Outback bushland in gold country.

    • Snorkel with sea turtles in serene seclusion on the Great Barrier Reef.

    • Island hop on a private catamaran through crystalline waters.

    19 days from £19,740pp

  • Capella Sydney : Capella Sydney - Intro and Details, Sydney

    Luxury in and around Sydney

    Australia
    • Explore Sydney from land and sea, sailing the harbour.

    • Take in aerial views of the Hunter Valley in a sunrise hot air balloon ride.

    • Enjoy pristine nature glamping in Jervis Bay.

    • Have your morning coffee among kangaroos in the mountains.

    16 days from £24,830pp

  • The Great Barrier Reef

    Ultimate luxury tour of Australia

    Australia
    • Experience the vibrant Sydney restaurant scene.

    • Sail around Sydney Harbour on board a private yacht.

    • Learn to surf on Bondi Beach.

    • Take a spectacular helicopter flight from Sydney to the Blue Mountains.

    • Eat freshly caught seafood in Tasmania.

    • Take a flight into one of the most untouched regions of Tasmania.

    • Explore the Great Barrier Reef on a private catamaran.

    20 days from £29,275pp

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