Day 1 – You will be met upon arrival in Sydney and transferred to the Holiday Inn Hotel, which will be your base for the next four (4) nights.

Spend the remainder of your day exploring all that this vibrant city has to offer. Your hotel is located in the buzzing precinct of Darling Harbour, so why not take the opportunity to check out one of the many popular attractions on offer, such as the Sydney Aquarium, Cockle Bay Wharf or the IMAX Theatre?

Day 2 – Spend today enjoying the most spectacular attractions in Sydney! Combining north and downtown Sydney with the city's world-famous beaches, your tour will take in such attractions as Hyde Park, Sydney Harbour Bridge, Manly, the beautiful Bondi Beach, Kings Cross and much more. This is a full day tour, departing from Central Sydney at 8.30am and returning at approximately 5:45pm.

Day 3 – Another full day tour today will take you on a journey to the spectacular Blue Mountains, with an amazing wildlife experience along the way.

The rugged and beautiful region of the Blue Mountains forms part of the Great Dividing Range, which links Australia's tropical north to the temperate south. Your journey will begin with a crossover of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, a drive by the famous Sydney 2000 Olympic site and a visit to a native animal sanctuary to interact with the animals.

As we climb into the mountains, you will discover the remarkable beauty of the Blue Mountains National Park. Visit the Echo Point Lookout to see the Three Sisters and hear the ancient Aboriginal legends of the impressive rock formations. You may also wish to take a trip on the Skyway, Scenic Railway or the Sceniscender (extra charge); these are the three best ways to see the steep valleys and canyons!

You will also visit the town of Katoomba and travel along the scenic cliff drive before returning to Sydney.

Day 4 – Today you will have plenty of time to explore the rest of Sydney or revisit any of the famous attractions at your leisure. Some shopping may also be on your agenda! You'll love visiting the major retail centres or the famous Paddy's Markets.

Day 5 – It's time to join your flight from Sydney to Uluru (Ayers Rock) this morning, and on arrival you will be met and transferred to your accommodation at the Outback Pioneer Hotel.

The remainder of the day can be spent settling into the relaxed pace of the outback.

Day 6 – The best way to see Uluru up close and personal is with a sunrise tour, so you'll have an early start this morning! Enjoy some tea or coffee as you watch the sunrise over Australia 's most spiritual site, with its magnificent show of colours.

After sunrise you will head to the base of Uluru for your exhilarating climb. Once your have reached the summit you'll have an uninterrupted 360-degree view of the desert. From the summit you will be able to see the Olgas, a cluster of 36 massive domes with twisted valleys and gorges running between them.

For those who would prefer not to climb the Rock, a base tour will be conducted. Please be aware that the climb may be closed without notice due to weather or cultural reasons; a refund will not be given if you are unable to climb due to these reasons.

On your return you will visit the Cultural Centre and the Marauku Arts and Crafts to see aboriginal artists at work.

After your early morning start, you may want to spend the remainder of the afternoon relaxing by the pool at your hotel. Nowhere else on the planet do you have views of a world-famous rock formation from your swimming pool!

Day 7 – This morning you will join your flight to Cairns and the beautiful Great Barrier Reef.

On arrival you will be transferred to your accommodation base for the next four (4) nights at the Oasis Resort Cairns.

The afternoon can be spent getting to know the local area at your leisure.

Day 8 – Today you will join the Kuranda Skyrail and Rail Tour from your Cairns accommodation. You will be transferred by coach to Caravonica Lakes where you'll join the Skyrail to journey through the untouched beauty of north Queensland's rainforests. Stop at the Barron Falls station and learn more about the ecosystem at the CSIRO (Australian Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation) Interpretative Centre. View the Barron Falls or take a leisurely walk along the rainforest boardwalk.

Shortly you will arrive in Kuranda, where the village is yours to explore. Kuranda is well known for its vibrant and colourful markets which take place daily.

Your return to Cairns will be via the Scenic Railway, winding around curves, across bridges and through hand-made tunnels. Spectacular scenery is the order of the day, before arriving into Freshwater Station where you will return to your accommodation by coach.

Day 9 – One of the highlights of your trip will be your visit today to the Great Barrier Reef! Your Sunlover Cruise will depart from your Cairns accommodation at approximately 9:30am. You can cruise to Arlington Reef and enjoy a fun-filled day exploring the Great Barrier Reef. Your tour will include a hot and cold buffet lunch, guided coral viewing from a semi-submersible craft and glass-bottomed boat, guided snorkelling tours, the use of the marine life touch tank and free snorkelling equipment. Certified or introductory divers can also organise dives from the vessel.

On return to Cairns you will transfer back to your accommodation.

Day 10 – Spend another relaxing day exploring your gateway to the Great Barrier Reef.

Another great idea may be to visit the magical Port Douglas, where the pace of life is very laidback. For some adrenaline-pumping action, why not a take a sea kayaking adventure around one of the coral fringed islands? You could also soar high in the sky in a hot air balloon, or even strap in for some whitewater rafting. The choices are endless.

Day 11 – A mid-morning flight today will take you from Cairns to Queensland's vibrant capital city, Brisbane. On arrival you will be met and transferred to the beautiful Sunshine Coast (home of the famous Australia Zoo) where your final stay will be hosted at the Breakfree Caribbean Resort, Mooloolaba.

The remainder of the day is again at leisure. You will soon see why South East Queensland's beaches are considered some of the best beaches in the world.

Day 12 – CRIKEY! Today you will be picked up and transferred to Australia Zoo for a day full of close encounters with unique wildlife.

There is no other zoo like Australia Zoo. They pack in stacks of wildlife action every day and move at a great rate of knots – there are always plenty of exciting wildlife shows to see, friendly and knowledgeable zoo keepers to chat with and heaps of drop-dead gorgeous animals that can't wait to get up close and personal with YOU!

If you've ever wanted to cuddle a koala, hand-feed an Asian Elephant, walk alongside a Bengal Tiger, take a Tasmanian Devil for a stroll, wrap a snake around your shoulders or watch a massive Saltwater Crocodile launch a strike from the water's edge, then Australia Zoo is your ultimate destination.

Many of these encounters can be booked prior to arrival from only $20.00 per person.

There is so much to see and do at Australia Zoo, so for more information log onto their website www.australiazoo.com.au.

Your afternoon will conclude with a transfer back to your accommodation.

Day 13 – A visit to Queensland is not complete without a visit to World Heritage Listed Fraser Island. Fraser Island is the world's largest sand island and a renowned natural icon.

An early morning departure from your accommodation (to ensure that you get to see as much of the island as possible) will bring an enjoyable drive along the beach from Noosa to Fraser Island. The beach doubles as a highway for the many 4WD vehicles that access it every day. Your tour will include visits to the crystal clear waters of Lake McKenzie, Central Station and Eurong Beach Resort, and a trip along Seventy-five Mile Beach. This fantastic package also includes morning and afternoon tea and a buffet lunch at Eurong Beach Resort.

After a day full of sand, sun and swimming, your coach will bring you back to your Mooloolaba accommodation.

Day 14 – Your final day on the Sunshine Coast can be spent at leisure.

Day 15 – Today your amazing 15-day Australian adventure ends with a return transfer back to Brisbane Airport .

Twin/double share from: $3135.00AUD per person
$ 2321.00USD