Day /1
Fly to Australia
Fly from London to Sydney
Sydney, Blue Mountains, Uluru, Daintree Rainforest, Great Barrier Reef, Melbourne /Itinerary
Day /2 - 4
Sydney
On arrival transfer to Four Seasons Hotel Sydney for a 3 night stay. While in Sydney you will enjoy a spectacular scenic seaplane flight to Cottage Point Inn; Departing Rose Bay your flight follows the coastline from the Harbour along Sydney's Northern Beaches before turning inland to fly over the majestic Ku-Ring-Gai Chase National Park and Hawkesbury River. The aircraft will set down on the tranquil waters of Cowan Creek where you will disembark at the restaurant's private wharf. Enjoy a superb three-course lunch on the deck. After lunch, your return flight offers a rare opportunity to see Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House from a bird’s eye view before returning to Rose Bay. Also included in this itinerary is an evening group tour of Sydney Opera House and an intimate pre-show dinner in one of Sydney's iconic restaurants. Following dinner you'll enjoy a performance n the Joan Sutherland Theatre, Concert Hall, Drama Theatre or Playhouse. (B)
Four Seasons Hotel SydneyDay /5 - 7
Blue Mountains
Transfer to the Blue Mountains for a three night stay at Emirates One&Only Wolgan Valley Resort and Spa. The resort is located within its own private conservation and wildlife reserve between two national parks in the spectacular bush setting of the World Heritage-listed Greater Blue Mountains. Enjoy a range of nature based activities including mountain bike rides, heritage tours, guided nature walks, wildlife spotting and horse riding. (FI)
Emirates One&Only Wolgan ValleyDay /8 - 9
Uluru
Return to Sydney Airport and fly to Uluru for a two night stay at Longitude 131. Luxurious and romantic, this iconic eco-sensitive tented camp is located in the heart of Australia at the gateway of the dual World Heritage-listed wilderness of Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. Each of the 15 permanent eco-sensitive canopied suites has private views of the changing colours of Uluru as the sun rises and sets. Take an exclusive tour with your Aboriginal guide and discover authentic outback experiences. You’ll learn about the ancient cultures of the traditional owners; see the native flora and fauna and discover a living landscape, rich in history and the spiritual and geographic heart of Australia. (FI)
Longitude 131°Day /10 - 13
Daintree Rainforest
Return to Uluru Airport and fly to Cairns. On arrival collect your car and drive north for approximately two hours to the Daintree Rainforest. Experience the ancient beauty of Daintree at the unique Silky Oaks Lodge and Healing Waters Spa. Accommodation is in a Billabong Suite for four nights. Complimentary activities included are guided rainforest walks, canoeing or snorkelling on the Mossman River. (B, D)
Silky OaksDay /14 - 17
Hamilton Island, Great Barrier Reef
Return to Cairns Airport and fly to Hamilton Island. A four night stay awaits you at the beautiful haven of Qualia in the Whitsunday Passage. Leisurely embrace this idyllic Island with its tempting azure waters, luminous beaches and exotic marine life within close reach on the Great Barrier Reef. Guests at Qualia have priority access to Australia’s only island championship golf course, the Hamilton Island Golf Club, with stunning 360 degree views of the Whitsunday Islands from every hole. (B)
qualia, Great Barrier ReefDay /18 - 19
Melbourne
Fly from Hamilton Island to Melbourne for a two night stay at Park Hyatt Melbourne. Included in this itinerary is a half-day food, art and laneways walking tour. This four-hour walking tour will show you the best of Melbourne’s ever-changing art scene from the National Gallery of Victoria filled with colonial and contemporary artworks, to the vibrant street art that can be found on its laneway walls. Uncover Melbourne’s ever-changing food scene as you explore its renowned coffee culture, taste delicious handmade chocolates and get to know the latest and greatest restaurants on foodie-favourite Flinders Lane. Enjoy a lunch of signature dishes with a glass of wine at an award-winning restaurant
Park Hyatt MelbourneDay /20
Fly Home
Return to Sydney for the return flight to London.