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Explore Australia, seductive and energetic, a country whose ancient culture is shaping its future. Your adventure begins in glorious Sydney. Cruise through the harbor, take an intimate, backstage look at the Sydney Opera House, and climb to the top of Sydney Harbor Bridge. Next are the Blue Mountains—legendary for waterfalls, kangaroos, wombats, and wine—before heading to the fabled Northern Territory.
Uluru. The Outback. Fall under the spell of Aboriginal creation stories. The Dreamtime, it’s called. When the sun sets, immerse yourself in the Field of Light and enjoy a bush tucker dinner, the voice of a single didgeridoo, and a local Indigenous performance. What dreams you will have in this nurturing land.
You’re off to discover Queensland, gateway to Australia’s natural wonders. Spend a full day in the paradise of Daintree, one of the world’s oldest rainforests. Traditional Kuku Yalanji guides welcome you inside their culture with a walk-and-talk, techniques of foraging and fishing, and a ceremony to protect you on your journey. Perhaps dip into a private swimming hole.
A cruise to the Great Barrier Reef is a treasure. Glide above coral beds or snorkel with a marine biologist. (Imagine turtles, clam gardens, and black coral.) Savor the delights of a tropical lunch, soak up the sun playing off turquoise waters, and let it all go. Leave Australia renewed in spirit and body, a feeling understood well by the authentic traveler.
Included Unique Activities
- Take in the sights and enjoy morning tea or coffee on the morning cruise of Sydney harbour
- Explore the iconic Sydney Opera House and bring to life the saga surrounding this modern masterpiece
- Be thrilled by a guided journey to the top of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, 134 metres above Sydney Harbour!
- Journey into the heart of the Blue Mountains, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, to enjoy lunch and magnificent views
- With Uluru as your backdrop, enjoy canapés and sparkling wine while you view the critically acclaimed Field of Light art exhibition, an enourmous fantasy garden created from 50,000 spindles of light
- Travel to a special location to enjoy a picnic breakfast as you watch the sun rise over Uluru, then visit Mutijulu Waterhole on the Kuniya Walk and hear stories of the local lore.
- Journey to the mystical 36 domes of Kata Tjuta, and hear how they have evolved over millions of years
- Full Day Daintree Dreaming Tour - Including interpretive rainforest walk, morning or afternoon tea, lunch, 2-hour Coastal Walk with Kuku Yalanji Cultural Habitat Tours, & Welcome to Country Ceremony
- Cruise to the Great Barrier Reef for either a guided snorkel tour with a qualified marine biologist offering reef interpretation, or coral touring via a glass-bottom boat. A tropical buffet lunch, morning and afternoon, teas & coffee provided.
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Sydney Airport Private Transfer
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Morning Tea Cruise on Sydney Harbor
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Early Twilight BridgeClimb
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Transfer from Ayers Rock Airport to Hotel
A Night at Field of Light
Afternoon Kata Tjuta Domes Tour
Morning Uluru Highlights Tour
Transfer from Hotel to Ayers Rock Airport
Accommodations
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3 Nights
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2 Nights
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3 Nights
Luxury Boutique HotelTransportation and Guides
- Private Transfers to/from Airport to your Hotel
- Private Transportation between activities included throughout
Points of Interest
- Sydney Harbor Bridge
- The Rocks
- Sydney Opera House
- Darling Harbor
- Uluru
- Kata Tjuta
- Port Douglas
- Cairns
- Daintree Rainforest
- Outer Great Barrier Reef
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George Street, Australia
Chinatown, Australia
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Darling Harbour, Australia
Sydney, New South Wales
Blue Mountains National Park, Australia
Daintree National Park, Australia
Port Douglas, Queensland
UNESCO World Heritage sites
Blue Mountains National Park
Dining Options Included (inclusions)
- Breakfast each morning after your stay
- 3 Lunches, & 2 Dinners Included
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2026
Available Dates
Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec
From $4,964 per person
2027
Available Dates
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec
From $5,460 per person
ACCOMMODATION
- 8 Nights in Superior 4-Star City Centre Hotels
TRANSPORTATION
- Private Transfers to/from Airport to your Hotel
- Private Transportation between activities included throughout
DINING OPTIONS INCLUDED (Inclusions)
- Breakfast each morning after your stay
- 3 Lunches, & 2 Dinners Included
INCLUDED UNIQUE EXPERIENCES
- Take in the sights and enjoy morning tea or coffee on the morning cruise of Sydney harbour
- Explore the iconic Sydney Opera House and bring to life the saga surrounding this modern masterpiece
- Be thrilled by a guided journey to the top of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, 134 metres above Sydney Harbour!
- Journey into the heart of the Blue Mountains, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, to enjoy lunch and magnificent views
- With Uluru as your backdrop, enjoy canapés and sparkling wine while you view the critically acclaimed Field of Light art exhibition, an enourmous fantasy garden created from 50,000 spindles of light
- Travel to a special location to enjoy a picnic breakfast as you watch the sun rise over Uluru, then visit Mutijulu Waterhole on the Kuniya Walk and hear stories of the local lore.
- Journey to the mystical 36 domes of Kata Tjuta, and hear how they have evolved over millions of years
- Full Day Daintree Dreaming Tour - Including interpretive rainforest walk, morning or afternoon tea, lunch, 2-hour Coastal Walk with Kuku Yalanji Cultural Habitat Tours, & Welcome to Country Ceremony
- Cruise to the Great Barrier Reef for either a guided snorkel tour with a qualified marine biologist offering reef interpretation, or coral touring via a glass bottom boat. A tropical buffet lunch, morning and afternoon
- teas & coffee provided.
POINTS OF INTEREST
- Sydney Harbor Bridge
- The Rocks
- Sydney Opera House
- Darling Harbor
- Uluru
- Kata Tjuta
- Port Douglas
- Cairns
- Daintree Rainforest
- Outer Great Barrier Reef
Prices Based On:
- Prices are Per Person based on 2 people traveling together and sharing a room.
- All Taxes & Fees Included.
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Ellie did a fabulous job helping me put together the perfect trip for my clients. She paid such great attention to the details I sent her, and my clients said the trip was AMAZING! Thank you Ellie!!!
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Jun 11, 2026Ireland
What an amazing trip! I chose Authentic because the itinerary sounded exactly what we wanted to see. But what made this the trip of a lifetime was our driver/guide, Colm Dunlea. He was absolutely incredible. The stories he told, the little side trips he took us on, the tips he gave us as we arrived in each of the towns/cities, the pictures he took and all of the extras he gave us were just so very much appreciated. I am forever grateful to Colm Dunlea for all he did. He was BRILLIANT!!!
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Our trip to Ireland was beyond amazing. Each day brought new vistas filling us all with the heart of this beautiful land, The accomadations were just magical and each one had a lovely history of its own. The tour itinerary was well designed to teach us about Irelands different areas and history. Special praise to our ProCar chauffer / guide, Mr. Declan Cummins for going way above to care for each traveler . ( We were a varied group.) He is a huge asset to your company, We all grew very fond of him by weeks end. Thank you all for creating this wonderful adventure. I'd do it over again in a heartbeat!
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My clients' 'Denmark in the Spring' trip exceeded expectations — from the seamless logistics to the curated experiences in both Copenhagen and Aarhus, every detail was thoughtfully arranged. Their drivers and guides were exceptional, bringing the destinations to life in ways they couldn't have discovered on their own. They returned home already dreaming of their next trip.
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May 28, 2026Wisconsin
My client and her mother contacted me about travel to Ireland. They wanted something private and special. I met my Authentic Vacations' sales rep the night before and decided to send in a request. Best decision ever! Lauren L. received my request and immediately sent me an email with a few ideas, we talked on the phone and within 2 days I had a winning itinerary.
Fast forward. My client emailed me on arrival day and was very pleased with the service. She emailed me again on the last day and raved about their driver Colm Dunlea.
Working with Authentic Vacations was effortless. I highly recommend them and plan to use their service again.
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As a travel advisor, this was the first Ireland trip I entrusted to Authentic Vacations, and they knocked it out of the park. The clients loved having a private driver, thought the hotels were ideal, and a castle stay was the perfect ending to the trip.
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May 20, 2026Illinois
My group of 10 returned from a week in Ireland where I hired a driver through Authentic Vacations. Delcan went above and beyond as I had 2 80+ women in the group that could not walk long distances. He found wheelchairs at every venue. My clients said he was very kind and friendly. Thank you to Jennifer at Authentic Vacations who made this experience a memory of a lifetime.
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Amber M. does the best job bringing my ideas to life for my clients. She truly builds the best curated trips and makes me look like a rockstar. From start to finish - she is there every step of the way. Having her and Authentic's support is awesome! Thank you for another excellent adventure!
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