SMALL GUIDED VACATIONS: EUROPE AWAITS!

From urban dreamers to wildlife, southern Australia is a feast for the senses, and it may be your perfect Australia vacation. Begin in Melbourne, the heart of trendy shops, exquisite food, and sporting events. A local will take you on a cycle tour of the city for a wonderland of street art, outdoor cafes, and chic wine bars. Melbourne’s winding lanes are a treasure trove of secret spots. This city is an ideal mix of heritage and eclectic culture.

On your fifth day, you’ll head to Hobart, the capital of Tasmania. Laid out between seven hills, and sitting prettily on the Derwent River, the Old Wharf is its original heart. Just south of the city you’ll swim with bottlenose dolphins and Australian fur seals in their natural environment. And, just north, you’ll find the Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary. This is a mind-boggling center for wombats, koalas, Tasmanian devils, birds, and quolls—hand feed the kangaroos! Finally, in Hobart, you’ll go wine tasting in the quirky Museum of Old and New Art, MONA.

Adelaide is an elegant Victorian city that’s between white, sandy beaches, and majestic mountains. Take an evening walking tour with a local guide and discover hot spots and taste extravaganzas. Your next two nights are just a dream away on Kangaroo Island. Your bush guide leads you through forests while koala bears sleep in trees above you. During the day, stroll the beach with kangaroos and paddle with a platypus. Nights of wonder, seasonal cuisine, and exceptional experiences are all part of this Authentic Australia vacation. 

PLAN AND BOOK

Included Unique Activities

  • Take a locally-led cycle & street art tour around Melbourne - see memorable murals and vibrant artworks, and get insight into the city’s rich street art scene
  • Swim with wild bottlenose dolphins and Australian fur seals in their natural environment at Mornington Peninsula
  • Hand Feed Tasmanian Kangaroos at the Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary
  • Vineyard Tour and Wine Tasting at MONA Museum of Old and New Art
  • Evening Wine, Dine, and Discover by Foot - Discover Adelaide's hot spots & secret ingredients under the guidance of an in-the-know local
  • Spend Two Full Days Exploring the Exotic Wildlife of Kangaroo Island by Small Group Tour, Enjoy a Bbq Out on the Bush, an Al Fresco Picnic Lunch, Wildlife Encounters and Wilderness and two nights at a Traditional Homestead With Dinner
Transfer from Melbourne Airport to your city hotel

Transfer from Melbourne Airport to your city hotel

Morning Melbourne Bike Tour

Morning Melbourne Bike Tour

Private Mornington Peninsula Dolphin and Seal Swim

Private Mornington Peninsula Dolphin and Seal Swim

Transfer from Hobart Airport to City

Transfer from Hobart Airport to City

Transfer from Hobart City to Airport

Transfer from Hobart City to Airport

Transfer from Adelaide Airport to your city hotel

Transfer from Adelaide Airport to your city hotel

Evening Wine, Dine & Discover by Foot

Evening Wine, Dine & Discover by Foot

Kangaroo Island Life Tour

Kangaroo Island Life Tour

Accommodations

4 Nights

Vibrant Boutique Hotel

3 Nights

Luxury Waterfront Hotel

1 Night

Luxurious Boutique Hotel

2 Nights

Historic Homesread B & B

Transportation and Guides

  • Transfers to/from Airports in Melbourne, Hobart, Adelaide, and Kangaroo Island

Meals Included

  • 10 Full Australian Breakfasts
  • 5 Lunches & 3 Dinners including amongst your experiences

Points of Interest

  • Melbourne
  • Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria
  • Mornington Peninsula
  • Mt Field National Park
  • Hobart
  • Mount Wellington
  • Adelaide
  • Adelaide Central Market
  • Kangaroo Island
  • Seal Bay Conservation Park
  • Dudley Peninsula

Adelaide Central Market, Australia

City Circle Tram Tour, Australia

Fitzroy Gardens, Australia

Melbourne Cricket Ground, Australia

Federation Square, Australia

Melbourne, Australia

Royal Botanical Gardens, Australia

Southbank, Australia

2024

Available Dates

Nov, Dec

From $7,560 per person

2025

Available Dates

Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec

From $7,938 per person

Single Travel from $11,694 per person

Your Price Includes

ACCOMMODATION

  • 7 Nights Unique 4-Star Hotels
  • 1 Night in Luxurious 5-Star Hotel
  • 2 Nights Traditional Homestead

TRANSPORTATION

  • Transfers to/from Airports in Melbourne, Hobart, Adelaide, and Kangaroo Island

DINING OPTIONS INCLUDED

  • 10 Full Australian Breakfasts
  • 5 Lunches & 3 Dinners including amongst your experiences

UNIQUE EXPERIENCES

  • Take a locally-led cycle & street art tour around Melbourne - see memorable murals and vibrant artworks, and get insight into the city’s rich street art scene
  • Swim with wild bottlenose dolphins and Australian fur seals in their natural environment at Mornington Peninsula
  • Hand Feed Tasmanian Kangaroos at the Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary
  • Vineyard Tour and Wine Tasting at MONA Museum of Old and New Art
  • Evening Wine, Dine, and Discover by Foot - Discover Adelaide's hot spots & secret ingredients under the guidance of an in-the-know local
  • Spend Two Full Days Exploring the Exotic Wildlife of Kangaroo Island by Small Group Tour, Enjoy a Bbq Out on the Bush, an Al Fresco Picnic Lunch, Wildlife Encounters and Wilderness and two nights at a Traditional Homestead With Dinner

Please note: the days your activities fall on may vary depending on the start date of your tour as activities take place on certain days of the week

 **Where possible all tours will be in small groups to ensure the most intimate, local experience**

POINTS OF INTEREST

  • Melbourne
  • Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria
  • Mornington Peninsula
  • Mt Field National Park
  • Hobart
  • Mount Wellington
  • Adelaide
  • Adelaide Central Market
  • Kangaroo Island
  • Seal Bay Conservation Park
  • Dudley Peninsula

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My clients have been having a great time in Ireland. Jackie and John just turned 60, and George proposed to his girlfriend Grace at the Cliffs of Moher.It's been a big celebration tour! Their driver has been fantastic and deserves a special shout out. I'll have the full post trip debrief for you in the coming weeks, but just wanted to let you know the clients are happy.

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Patricia Hand

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Another outstanding experience! Thank you, Michaela and Authentic Vacations. Our group of 11 had an amazing time exploring the beauty of the Emerald Isle! The accommodations were stellar properties and perfectly located in the middle of each destination. Unique experiences awaited us everywhere and I was thrilled to be able to be on this special tour.

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We had a trip of a lifetime in Scotland, thanks to Joleen, Destination Expert for Authentic Vacations. Words cannot express how exciting and memorable this trip was. It was a journey of beautiful sights and exceptional adventures. It was all choregraphed perfectly with Joleen's assistance and direction. The timing of our stays and adventures worked out perfectly.

The hotels were perfect and amazing in every way.  I could go on and on about the experiences, adventures and breathtaking countryside, but it would turn into a novel by the time I was done.

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