Australia

Upon arrival you will be met and transferred to your chosen accommodation. The remainder of the day is at leisure.

Enjoy a morning tour of Melbourne City during which you will see cathedrals, parks, gardens and historic landmarks. In the afternoon a unique tour to view the Little Penguins at Philip Island at dusk.

Melbourne to Cairns. Transfer to the airport for the flight to Cairns (airfare not included). On arrival, transfer to your hotel and the remainder of the day is at leisure.

Travel on Quicksilver's magnificent wavepiercing catamaran to the very outer edge of the Great Barrier Reef. You can choose whether to dive, snorkel or view the abundant sea life from the underwater observatory, or semi-submersible submarine. A delicious smorgasboard lunch is included.

Enjoy a full day tour incorporating Kuranda scenic rail journey, Skyrail and Aboriginal dance performance.

Full day excursion to Great Barrier Reef, includinglunch.

Day at leisure to explore Cairns.

Transfer to the airport for your flight to Sydney (air fare not included). On arrival in Sydney you will be transferred to your hotel.

This morning during your guided walking tour of the historic Rocks area, you will enjoy views of the harbour and see historic buildings and sandstone stairs whilst wandering through the many alleyways. Your guide will tell you the story of the settlement of New South Wales. This afternoon we take a city tour past the Opera House, Botanical Gardens and the southern beaches including Bondi.

Take a cruise on Sydney Harbour today, including stops at the Rocks, Opera House, Watson's Bay and Taronga Zoo. Your ticket is flexible enabling you to take any of the 8 daily departures, spending as long as you wish at each stop before rejoining the cruise. Entrance to the Taronga Zoo is included, where you can see many native animals including kangaroos, koalas and the adorable platypus.

Day is at leisure to explore Sydney.

At leisure until you are transferred to the airport for your onward flight. Stay longer if you wish.