
Australia's Icons & Islands: From City Sights to Coral Sands
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Day 1* – Melbourne Arrival
Arrive in Melbourne and check into your hotel. Take it easy today with an evening stroll along the Yarra River and through the Southbank precinct.
Overnight: Melbourne -
Day 2 – Great Ocean Road (12 Apostles)
Take a full-day tour along the Great Ocean Road, with stops at Bells Beach, Kennett River’s wild koalas, and the dramatic 12 Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge before returning to the city.
Overnight: Melbourne -
Day 3 –Melbourne to Kakadu National Park
Fly to Darwin in the morning, then continue by road into Kakadu National Park (approx. 3 hours). Check into your lodge and enjoy the evening in nature.
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Day 4 – Kakadu National Park (Wetlands & Wildlife)
Cruise the Yellow Water Billabong at sunrise to spot crocodiles and birdlife. Explore Nourlangie Rock’s Aboriginal rock art and enjoy sweeping views over the wetlands.
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Day 5 – Kakadu National Park (Ubirr & Culture)
Visit Ubirr to see ancient rock art and climb to the lookout for sunset over the floodplains. Optional Arnhem Land tour with an Indigenous guide for cultural insight.
Overnight: Kakadu National Park -
Day 6 – Kakadu to Daintree vi Cairns
Return by road to Darwin, fly to Cairns, and transfer north to your lodge in the Daintree Rainforest. Evening at leisure.
Overnight: Daintree Rainforest -
Day 7 – Daintree Rainforest & Cape Tribulation
Walk through ancient rainforest boardwalks, cruise the Daintree River to spot crocodiles, and visit Cape Tribulation where the rainforest meets the reef.
Overnight: Daintree Rainforest -
Day 8 – Daintree (Great Barrier Reef from the North)
Take a snorkelling trip to the Outer Reef from Cape Tribulation — fewer crowds and pristine coral. Afternoon free to relax at your eco-lodge.
Overnight: Daintree Rainforest -
Day 9 – Daintree to Lord Howe Island
Transfer back to Cairns, fly to Sydney and connect to Lord Howe Island. Afternoon free to relax on Ned’s Beach or snorkel in the lagoon.
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Day 10 – Lord Howe Island Adventures
Boat trip to Ball’s Pyramid to see seabirds, snorkel at North Bay, or hike Malabar Hill for panoramic island views.
Overnight: Lord Howe Island -
Day 11 – Lord Howe Island Exploration
Cycle the island, kayak across the lagoon, or tackle the Mount Gower hike (full-day, guided, challenging). Evening at leisure.
Overnight: Lord Howe Island -
Day 12 – Lord Howe Island to Sydney
Fly back to Sydney. Spend your evening strolling Circular Quay and enjoying harbour views of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge.
Overnight: Sydney -
Day 13 – Departure from Sydney
Relaxed morning before transferring to the airport for departure
*Note: This plan is just a starting point. We can tweak the pace, add or skip experiences, and even combine different destinations to suit your preferences