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After vacationing in Australia’s dazzling cities, and discovering the Outback and Tasmania, you’ll see the world with fresh eyes. Your travels begin in Sydney, where you’ll join an Aboriginal guide and explore this ancestral home of the Cadigal people. Enjoying a gourmet lunch while sailing Sydney Harbor is heaven. Take a one-day small-group tour into the Blue Mountains. A World Heritage UNESCO site, there are 91 varieties of eucalyptus, along with rare and threatened species, all native to the area.

Head to the Outback and sacred Uluru. This spectacular land formation, it is believed, holds the secrets of the Dreamtime, the time before creation. You will have a hands-on experience with local Indigenous artists, learning the spellbinding technique of dot painting. You’ll also spend the day with an Aboriginal family and hear stories of their homeland. Come evening, savor an outdoor meal beneath a blanket of stars in the shadow of Uluru. Feel the enchantment.

Your next stop is Melbourne. Revel in its lanes and arcades, quirky street art, cuisine, and cultural diversity. A local guide will introduce you to the hidden gems of Melbourne, a city made for walking and cycling. Experience Australia's Great Ocean Road—with its pristine rainforest, beaches, and waterfalls—and Phillip Island’s penguin parade.

Wrap up your journey in Tasmania, the island state where you can stroll the beach with a kangaroo and Koala bears sleep in trees above you. Consider going to Port Arthur Historic Site, enjoying the crystal waters of Wineglass Bay, the pink granite cliffs of Freycinet National Park, and whale spotting. The capital city of Hobart, situated on the pretty River Derwent, is a joy. It’s time to make the Australia vacation of your dreams a reality!

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Included Unique Activities

  • Begin your Cultural Experience with an Engaging Walk through the Botanicals Gardens with a Local Aboriginal Guide, learn about the Cadigal People, the Traditional Owners of Sydney
  • Embark on a Local Small Group Cruise of Sydney Harbour, Enjoy a Gourmet BBQ with Regional Wines and Local Beers
  • Visit a Working Farm Also Home to Kangaroos, Emus, Wombats and Koalas
  • Journey into the Heart of the Blue Mountains, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Enjoy Lunch With Magnificent Views During Your Small Group Tour
  • Enjoy a Dining Experience under the Sparkling Outback Stars, Listening to the Sounds of The Digeridoo and Resident Star Talker
  • Explore Australia’s Most Famous Monolith, Head to the Base of Uluru with a Park Ranger And Learn about the Geology, Natural Environment, and the Aboriginal Mala People
  • Spend the Day with a Traditional Uluru Family in their Homelands and Learn about Their Sacred Lands. 
  • Enjoy the Sunset over Uluru Whilst Enjoying Sparkling Wine and Appetizers 
  • Join Local Indigenous Artists for an Introduction to Dot Painting 
  • Watch the Sunrise over the Desert as you Enjoy an Outback Picnic
  • Discover the Secrets of Melbourne with a Locally Led Tour through its Lanes and Arcades
  • Take a luxury Small Group Coastal Drive down the Iconic Great Ocean Road
  • Witness the Awe-inspiring Twelve Apostles and Be on the Lookout for Kangaroos And Koalas in the Wild!
  • Spend the Day with Australian Native Animals on Phillip Island and Witness the World-famous Penguin Parade.
  • Follow Your History Guide on  Walking Tour of Downtown Hobart - Discover Landmarks and Heritage Buildings.
  • Spend the Day Discovering Some of Tasmania’s Famous Landmarks Including the Port Arthur Historic Site - the Convict Settlement Site. 
  • Travel from Hobart to Freycinet National Park and Spend the Day Hiking Around Wineglass Bay!
Aboriginal Heritage Tour at the Botanic Gardens

Aboriginal Heritage Tour at the Botanic Gardens

Local Experience Lunch Cruise

Local Experience Lunch Cruise

Sounds of Silence Dinner

Sounds of Silence Dinner

Maruku Arts Dot Painting Workshop

Maruku Arts Dot Painting Workshop

Morning Uluru Highlights Tour

Morning Uluru Highlights Tour

Aboriginal Homelands Experience

Aboriginal Homelands Experience

Morning Lanes and Arcades Tour with Lunch

Morning Lanes and Arcades Tour with Lunch

Great Ocean Road Day Tour

Great Ocean Road Day Tour

Accommodation

4 Nights

Luxurious 4-Star Hotel

3 Nights

5-Star Destination Hotel

4 Nights

Vibrant Boutique Hotel

4 Nights

5-Star Waterfront Hotel

Transportation

  • Transfers to/from Airports in Sydney, Uluru, Melbourne and Tasmania

Dining Options Included

  • 15 Full Australian Breakfast, including an Outback Breakfast Picnic Experience
  • 7 Lunches
  • 2 Dinners, including a Dining Experience under the Outback sky

Points of Interest

  • Sydney Harbor Bridge
  • Sydney Opera House
  • The Rocks
  • UNESCO World Heritage Blue Mountains
  • Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park
  • Melbourne Cricket Ground
  • Eureka Tower
  • Port Arthur Historic Site
  • Tasman National Park
  • Freycinet National Park (Wineglass Bay)
  • Kunanyi (Mount Wellington)
  • Mona Museum and Art Gallery

Darling Harbour, Australia

Chinatown, Australia

George Street, Australia

Sydney Royal Botanic Garden, Australia

Sydney Opera House, Australia

The Rocks, Australia

Sydney Harbour Bridge, Australia

Federation Square, Australia

2023

Available Tour Dates

Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec

From $8,078 per person

2024

Available Tour Dates

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

From $8,078 per person

Your Price Includes

ACCOMMODATION

  • 15 Nights Authentic 4 and 5 Star Hotels

TRANSPORTATION

  • Transfers to/from Airports in Sydney, Uluru, Melbourne and Tasmania

DINING OPTIONS INCLUDED

  • 15 Full Australian Breakfast, including an Outback Breakfast Picnic Experience
  • 7 Lunches
  • 2 Dinners, including a Dining Experience under the Outback sky

INCLUDED UNIQUE EXPERIENCES

  • Begin your Cultural Experience with an Engaging Walk through the Botanicals Gardens with a Local Aboriginal Guide, learn about the Cadigal People, the Traditional Owners of Sydney
  • Embark on a Local Small Group Cruise of Sydney Harbour, Enjoy a Gourmet BBQ with Regional Wines and Local Beers
  • Visit a Working Farm Also Home to Kangaroos, Emus, Wombats and Koalas
  • Journey into the Heart of the Blue Mountains, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Enjoy Lunch With Magnificent Views During Your Small Group Tour
  • Enjoy a Dining Experience under the Sparkling Outback Stars, Listening to the Sounds of The Digeridoo and Resident Star Talker
  • Explore Australia’s Most Famous Monolith, Head to the Base of Uluru with a Park Ranger And Learn about the Geology, Natural Environment, and the Aboriginal Mala People
  • Spend the Day with a Traditional Uluru Family in their Homelands and Learn about Their Sacred Lands. 
  • Enjoy the Sunset over Uluru Whilst Enjoying Sparkling Wine and Appetizers 
  • Join Local Indigenous Artists for an Introduction to Dot Painting 
  • Watch the Sunrise over the Desert as you Enjoy an Outback Picnic
  • Discover the Secrets of Melbourne with a Locally Led Tour through its Lanes and Arcades
  • Take a luxury Small Group Coastal Drive down the Iconic Great Ocean Road
  • Witness the Awe-inspiring Twelve Apostles and Be on the Lookout for Kangaroos And Koalas in the Wild!
  • Spend the Day with Australian Native Animals on Phillip Island and Witness the World-famous Penguin Parade.
  • Follow Your History Guide on  Walking Tour of Downtown Hobart - Discover Landmarks and Heritage Buildings.
  • Spend the Day Discovering Some of Tasmania’s Famous Landmarks Including the Port Arthur Historic Site - the Convict Settlement Site. 
  • Travel from Hobart to Freycinet National Park and Spend the Day Hiking Around Wineglass Bay!

**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**

POINTS OF INTEREST

  • Sydney Harbor Bridge
  • Sydney Opera House
  • The Rocks
  • UNESCO World Heritage Blue Mountains
  • Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park
  • Melbourne Cricket Ground
  • Eureka Tower
  • Port Arthur Historic Site
  • Tasman National Park
  • Freycinet National Park (Wineglass Bay)
  • Kunanyi (Mount Wellington)
  • Mona Museum and Art Gallery

Prices Based On

  • All Taxes & Fees Included
  • Prices are Per Person based on 2 people traveling together and sharing a room.
  • Traveling Alone? No Problem. Just Ask Us for a Single Supplement Price.

"Sisters Trip"

Jannette

Montana

Jolene was wonderful! She’s a friendly and professional trip advisor and arranger. She put together a 12-day tour of the Wild Atlantic Way in southwest Ireland for us. We’re happy to say that everything went smoothly and to plan, including picking up the rental car, the hotel reservations, the ticket vouchers for tours, the highlights to see along the way and returning the car. Jolene promptly followed up on emails, questions and phone calls before our trip and made sure everything was set up and in place. She made sure to cover all the “what if” questions before we left but we didn’t need any further assistance once in Ireland. My family and I would not hesitate to recommend Authentic Vacations because of the attention to detail and great customer service, especially from Jolene!

"Couples Vacation"

DeLane

Alabama

Lauren was wonderful to work with and helped us plan a perfect vacation in Ireland. Everything from our flights, rental car, and every BNB was outstanding! We've used Authentic Vacations for 3 trips to Ireland …...here's to planning the 4th in the near future! Thanks Lauren!

"Wonderful Ireland"

Chris

Florida

Amber, Ireland is wonderful, and we’re having a ball. We got in to Kinsale late this afternoon and are taking a breather now to overcome some jet lag. When the town wakes up tomorrow, we’ll see it and shop a bit before going on to Killarney and Muckross.  By the way, The Irish House Party was perfect. Fun, not loud and crass but classy and friendly, entertainment. We recommend it highly. Thank you for all you did to help us put this trip together.

"Amore Italy"

Jill

PA

I am a travel advisor that uses Authentic Vacations and my client just got back from Italy and can't say enough about the Italy tour we booked for her.  It was a Rome add on for cruise clients - it was a 3 night behind the scenes of agent Rome, and they LOVED it!!  Thank you, Ellie. The hotels, tours everything was great.  My clients want to go back to Italy again and I will use Ellie and Authentic Vacations in a heartbeat!!

"Ireland Holiday"

Tina and Pat

Michiagn

Jorie, well, we have returned from a most amazing holiday in Ireland.  The car rental worked out wonderfully.   Pick up and Drop off were a breeze.  Driving to Clifden, we added Downpatrick Head as a site to see. It's BEAUTIFUL.  Drove the Doo Lough Pass....Breathtaking! The trip was absolutely amazing. We absolutely LOVED our vacation and will definitely recommend Authentic Vacations to friends and family.

"Amazing Scotland"

Malissa & Rachel

Florida

Hi Lauren, I just wanted to take the time to tell you that Rachel and I had an AMAZING TIME!! Scotland was worth the wait, and I hope to be back soon. Every place we stayed at was very courteous and so kind., even with the last-minute changes we made. I will get in touch soon to book another vacation. Please keep me posted if there's any deals around. Again, thank you from the bottom of my heart. 

"Perfect Italy Honeymoon"

Claire & Kendall

Arkansas

Our trip was phenomenal!!! We loved every second of it. Joleen, thank you so much for organizing it for us. We are SO grateful for your help and everything that the company did to make our trip memorable and carefree! It was the perfect honeymoon experience, and we will definitely look into using you all again in the future.

"Family Vacation Ireland & Scotland"

Lisa

KY

We recently returned from a dream trip in Scotland and Ireland. We worked with Lonna and she is incredible. Lonna answered all my questions with care and kindness and worked on our trip to make sure I got to see everything I had dreamed about. I can’t say enough great things about her, she really does care about her clients. Thanks Lonna

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