Melbourne & Phillip Island: Penguins at Sunset
A slower start to the day allows you to explore Melbourne at your own pace. Join your guide for a walk through the Royal Botanic Gardens or visit the National Gallery of Victoria for a glimpse into Australia’s creative side.

In the afternoon, travel out along the coast to Phillip Island. After time at the visitor centre, take your seats for one of Australia’s most unique wildlife experiences, the Penguin Parade. As dusk falls, watch little penguins emerge from the ocean and make their way across the beach to their burrows. Return to Melbourne later in the evening.
Overnight: CBD boutique hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Great Ocean Road: Coastal Icons & Wild Landscapes
Today follows one of the world’s most iconic coastal drives. Leaving the city behind, the Great Ocean Road unfolds with dramatic cliffs, sweeping ocean views, and endless horizon. Stop at Bells Beach to watch surfers carving through rolling waves, and continue through eucalyptus forests where wild koalas can often be spotted resting overhead.

Take a gentle rainforest walk beneath ancient tree ferns before arriving at the Twelve Apostles in time for golden light — when the limestone stacks glow against the Southern Ocean. End the day with a carefully chosen picnic dinner overlooking the coast.
Overnight: Coastal retreat
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Picnic Dinner

Great Ocean Road: Coastal Icons & Wild Landscapes
Today follows one of the world’s most iconic coastal drives. Leaving the city behind, the Great Ocean Road unfolds with dramatic cliffs, sweeping ocean views, and endless horizon. Stop at Bells Beach to watch surfers carving through rolling waves, and continue through eucalyptus forests where wild koalas can often be spotted resting overhead.

Take a gentle rainforest walk beneath ancient tree ferns before arriving at the Twelve Apostles in time for golden light — when the limestone stacks glow against the Southern Ocean. End the day with a carefully chosen picnic dinner overlooking the coast.
Overnight: Coastal retreat
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Picnic Dinner

Shipwreck Coast to Mount Gambier : Limestone Landscapes
Rise early for sunrise at Loch Ard Gorge, one of the most atmospheric sections of the Shipwreck Coast. As the light hits the cliffs and sea stacks, the landscape takes on a completely different character.

Continue west into South Australia, arriving in Mount Gambier. A region shaped by volcanic activity. Visit the striking Blue Lake, known for its intense colour, and explore the sunken gardens formed within limestone sinkholes. The day ends with a relaxed picnic supper featuring local produce.
Overnight: Heritage B&B
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Picnic Dinner

Adelaide: Markets, Food & Culture
Travel onwards to Adelaide, a city known for its food, wine, and relaxed pace. After settling in, head straight to the renowned Adelaide Central Market for a guided tasting experience, sampling artisan cheeses, fresh produce, and local specialities while meeting the people behind them.

Spend the evening exploring North Terrace and the city’s cultural precinct before an easy dinner nearby. If timing aligns, there may be an opportunity to attend a live AFL finals match at Adelaide Oval.
Overnight: Boutique hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

The Ghan: Into the Outback
Board The Ghan for one of the world’s great rail journeys. As the train departs Adelaide, the landscape gradually shifts from green to red as you head deep into Australia’s interior.

Enjoy relaxed time in your private cabin, multi-course meals in the Queen Adelaide Restaurant, and conversations in the Outback Explorer Lounge as the vastness of the country unfolds outside.
Overnight: Private sleeper cabin
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Alice Springs: Desert Landscapes & Night Sky
Arrive into Alice Springs and meet your guide. Visit the Desert Park to gain insight into the unique ecosystems and cultural history of Central Australia.

Later, head out to Simpsons Gap where the changing light brings the desert to life. As darkness falls, experience one of the clearest night skies in the world during a stargazing picnic, a moment of complete stillness and perspective.
Overnight: Local B&B
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Picnic Dinner

Uluru: Field of Light Experience
Fly to Uluru, arriving into the heart of Australia’s Red Centre. After a restful break, return in the evening for the Field of Light installation — thousands of glowing spheres spread across the desert floor, creating an otherworldly experience beneath the stars.
Overnight: Yulara
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Uluru & Kata Tjuṯa: Culture, Story & Landscape
Begin the day at sunrise with a guided walk around Uluru, learning about its cultural and spiritual significance. Visit the Cultural Centre to deepen your understanding of the area.

In the afternoon, explore Walpa Gorge at Kata Tjuṯa, where towering domes rise dramatically from the desert floor. End the day at a sunset viewing area as the landscape shifts through changing colours.
Overnight: Yulara
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Cairns: Into the Tropics
Fly to Cairns and transition from desert to rainforest and ocean. After settling in, enjoy a relaxed walk along the Esplanade and lagoon area. The evening is spent exploring local markets and sampling fresh tropical flavours.
Overnight: Local B&B
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Great Barrier Reef : Full Day on the Water
Spend the day exploring the Great Barrier Reef aboard a comfortable vessel. Snorkel over coral gardens, spot marine life, or simply relax and take in the surroundings.

With expert guides and time to move at your own pace, this is one of the highlights of the journey. Return to Cairns in the afternoon and unwind with a relaxed evening.
Overnight: Local B&B
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Daintree Rainforest & Mossman Gorge: Ancient Landscapes
Travel north into the Daintree Rainforest, the oldest tropical rainforest in the world. Walk through Mossman Gorge with a local guide, learning about the landscape and its cultural significance.

Continue to Cape Tribulation, where rainforest meets reef, and take a river cruise to spot crocodiles and birdlife.
Overnight: Local B&B
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Kuranda: Rainforest Railway & Skyrail
Take the historic Kuranda Scenic Railway through rainforest-covered mountains, crossing bridges and passing waterfalls. Spend time exploring the village before returning via the Skyrail, gliding above the canopy with stops along the way.
Overnight: Local B&B
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Sydney: Harbour & First Impressions
Fly to Sydney and settle into one of the city’s most characterful neighbourhoods. In the evening, take to the water for a harbour cruise, passing the Opera House and Harbour Bridge as the city lights begin to glow.
Overnight: Boutique B&B
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Sydney: Icons & Coastal Views
Explore Sydney’s highlights, from the Opera House to The Rocks, before taking a ferry to Manly. Enjoy a relaxed coastal walk with sweeping views back towards the city skyline, finishing with a picnic in the Botanic Gardens.
Overnight: Boutique B&B
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Departure Day
A final morning at leisure before private transfer to the airport for onward travel.
Meals: Breakfast