Sydney, Rock & Reef Explorer

Secrets of the City

This unique day is the ultimate way to experience the beauty of Sydney alongside an experienced guide. Your guide will meet you at your city hotel for a drive around the historic Rocks precinct, considered the birthplace of Sydney. Meander through the magnificent Royal Botanical Gardens, taking a short walk to view Mrs Macquarie’s chair and excellent views of the Harbour Bridge and Opera House. Your drive continues through Woolloomooloo, Kings Cross and into Rushcutters bay where you’ll stop to enjoy a lunch at the Cruising Yacht Club of Australia, Australia’s premier yacht club and home to what is considered yachting’sEverest’ – the Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race. Next, it’s on through Darling Point, one of Sydney’s most affluent suburbs to see some of Sydney’s most sought-after addresses. Pass by scenic bays before traversing along the coastline to Sydney’s beachside Mecca of Bondi Beach. Stroll down the esplanade with the locals, maybe even enjoying an ice cream before re-boarding your vehicle. On return to the city, you’ll arrive at Darling Harbour where your yacht awaits to transport you around Sydney Harbour for a leisurely cruise and delicious afternoon tea. After an incredible 2 hours on the world’s most beautiful harbour, your vessel returns to Darling Harbour. You may choose to stay and enjoy the lively atmosphere here or return to your hotel at your leisure.

The Rocks precinct of Sydney is among the city’s most lively neighbourhoods for both shopping and dining. This evening, consider making a reservation at one of this area’s outstanding restaurants. For modern Australian cuisine, we suggest visiting Pony Dining on the Rocks, featuring wood-fired local cuisine. For something more adventuresome, visit Sake Restaurant and Bar, celebrated for its exceptional Japanese cuisine and beautiful Japanese atmosphere.

Breathe the Mountain Air

An authentic journey into the heart of a remarkable World Heritage Region of towering sandstone escarpments and temperate rainforests, see and experience the best of the Blue Mountains National Park area on this tailored, private adventure. After a hotel pick-up, you’ll drive through the historic Rocks precinct – Australia’s first European settlement – passing convict-built cottages and Australia’s first church before crossing Sydney Harbour Bridge. Following a short westbound drive, you’ll arrive at Featherdale Wildlife Park to get up close with a range of native animals including kangaroos, koalas, wallabies, and wombats. Carrying onward, you’ll enter the Blue Mountains National Park, first stopping at a secluded clearing to enjoy morning tea. Roam the area in search of wild kangaroos and birdlife and then set off for magnificent Kings Tableland to bask in the incredible views overlooking the Jamison Valley. Break for lunch at a local café in the heart of the Blue Mountains, then track to Wentworth Falls, a beautiful waterfall found between Blue Mountains National Park and Kanangra-Boyd National Park. You will be guided down a well-worn path towards the falls, taking in excellent views along the way and learning about the geological conditions that spawned the Blue Mountains. Next, you’ll hop into an awaiting vehicle and skirt around cliffs, driving towards the township of Katoomba. At Eagle Hawk lookout you will see the famous Three Sisters rock formation, marveling at the views of the Jamison Valley, and then visit Narrowneck Plateau to enjoy a few more outstanding vantage points. Having discovered the essential highlights of the Blue Mountains, you’ll return to Sydney, arriving at your hotel at approximately 5:00 pm.

A Change of Scenery

You will be privately transferred between your accommodations and Sydney Airport alongside a professional driver.

Board a flight in Sydney with service to Ayers Rock. The approximate direct flight duration is three hours and 30 minutes.

This flight is not included in the price and must be purchased separately.

A shared transfer from the Ayers Rock airport to your hotel and vice versa is provided. Waiting times at both the airport and hotels may vary but are usually on average 20 minutes.

An outback experience like no other, the Sounds of Silence dinner offers guests an unforgettable evening dining event under the canopy of the desert night sky. Awarded by the Australian Tourism Hall of Fame, enjoy the best of the Red Centre during these four magical hours. The experience begins with canapés and chilled sparkling wine served on a viewing platform overlooking the striking Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. As the sun sets, join your table for an introduction to Aboriginal culture as you take in a traditional dance performance under the outback sky. As the sounds of the didgeridoo dances in the air, attentive staff will keep your glass full with a selection of Australian wine and beer as the first course is served. As the sky full of twinkling stars comes to life, you’ll feast on the buffet that incorporates native bush ingredients such as crocodile, kangaroo, barramundi, and quandong. The evening continues as the resident star-talker decodes the exceptionally clear southern night sky. Locate the famous Southern Cross, the Milky Way, the signs of the zodiac, as well as planets and galaxies that are visible in the exceptional clarity of Uluru. The evening ends with a delightful dessert and your choice of a glass of port, coffee, or tea.

Please note Each table seats eight to 10 guests, and the program hosts up to 10 tables for a maximum of 100 guests. Please reconfirm your pick-up time with hotel reception upon arrival at your hotel.

Sunrise, Sunset

Immerse yourself in the world’s oldest living culture as you accompany a traditional Uluru family to their homeland, also known as Patti. A unique and exclusive touring experience, Patji is located just outside of Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park south of Uluru. Explore this extraordinary environment by 4WD with your Aboriginal guide, stopping along the way to hear fascinating stories such as how Paddy Uluru fought for Aboriginal Land rights to where Uluru is today. The Uluru family wants to share their personal journey with you during this authentic cultural experience. Join them under a remote shelter to hear how they survived in this desert environment, long before the arrival of tourism. Continue to a private sand dune to view the great expanse of the red desert overlooking the majestic Uluru and Kata Tjuta.

A Sight To Behold

Today you will travel towards Uluru to marvel at vast monolithic shapes that rise from the sand dunes in the early dawn hours. Your guide will take you to a special location to watch the sunrise over this amazing monolith. You will learn the Creation stories of Liru (poisonous snake) and Kuniya (python) and hear about the Mala people. After breakfast, you will visit Mutitjulu Waterhole and then drive around the base of the Uluru before returning to the resort. Departure is from your Ayers Rock accommodation between 4.45 a.m. and 6.15 a.m. depending on the time of the year. The tour takes approximately 3 hours and has a maximum group size of 11 passengers. Please bring your own water bottle.

A shared transfer from the Ayers Rock airport to your hotel and vice versa is provided. Waiting times at both the airport and hotels may vary but are usually on average 20 minutes.

Board a flight in Ayers Rock with service to Cairns. The approximate direct flight duration is two hours and 30 minutes.

This flight is not included in the price and must be purchased separately. 

You will be privately transferred between your accommodations and Cairns Airport alongside a professional driver.

Cross an item off the Bucket List

Today you’ll have the opportunity to expose your senses to the breathtaking beauty wonder of the Great Barrier Reef as it was intended. As the world’s largest collection of coral reefs, this extraordinary natural wonder is the only living structure that can be seen from space. Grab a snorkel and let your guide show you the incredible underwater world of the Great Barrier Reef. Discover diverse marine life and vivid coral reefs at an exclusive reef mooring where only you and your group will be snorkeling. After snorkeling, enjoy a personalized sailing tour of this stunning tropical island paradise before getting the chance to explore the Great Barrier Reef’s only rain forest. Your adventure concludes with a transfer back to Cairns.

It’s a Jungle Out There

Departing your hotel with your private guide and driver, travel through the rich farming areas toward the World Heritage-listed forest of the Daintree National Park. Step aboard your own personalized craft for a cruise on the mirrored smooth waters of the Daintree River, seeking out the vivid Ulysses Butterfly, Kingfishers, Pythons, and other wildlife. Arriving on the northern side of the river you’ll enter the Daintree section of the Wet Tropics World Heritage protected rainforest where you’ll enjoy a home-made morning tea. Next, the journey takes you up the beautiful Alexandra Range passing through the local rainforest where you’ll take a scenic walk through this amazing ecosystem. Your next stop is at one of the magical beaches that adorn the coastline of Cape Tribulation; here your guide will highlight the amazing wildlife and ecosystems unique to this part of the world. After lunch you’ll encounter unusual, exotic fruit originating from all over the globe’s tropical regions. Along with the fruit trees, the orchard is also a host to beautiful species of tropical flowering plants, both native and introduced. The last stop will be of the outstanding panoramic view at Alexandra Range Lookout. From here you’ll have a spectacular view of the mouth of the Daintree River, Snapper Island and on a clear day, Port Douglas. One final treat for the day is the crossing on the Daintree River Ferry – the iconic vehicle punt which transfers you out of the world heritage rainforest and onto your home-ward road. You will be back at your accommodation early in the evening.

Bon Voyage

You will be privately transferred between your accommodations and Cairns Airport alongside a professional driver.