Australia tours and multi centre itineraries

Explore Uluru Sunset • Uluru Sunrise • Uluru Base Tour • Mutitjulu Waterhole • Aboriginal Rock Art • Kata Tjuta • Walpa Gorge

Get a true feel for Australia’s coast by driving it. Travelling from Sydney to Melbourne explore some of the best beaches around, enjoy quaint coastal towns on route with many chances for swimming, boating and relaxing.

Explore Australia’s Pacific Coast by embarking on a self-drive holiday. Begin in Sydney then discover sights like Hunter Valley, Port Stephens and Byron Bay before arriving in Brisbane.

Take in the sights of stunning Perth. Discover the subtropical island of Rottnest, visit Fremantle, Swan Valley, Kings Park and get up close with native Aussie animals at Caversham Wildlife Park.

Be captivated by the natural wonders of Kangaroo Island. Walk among sea lions at Seal Bay Conservation Park. See kangaroos, koalas and a free-flight Birds of Prey Show. Wander around the spectacular Remarkable Rocks.

Enter a tropical paradise at Cairns and the Great Barrier Reef. Explore the spectacular coral and stunning underwater world. Immerse yourself in the world’s oldest living culture and relax on Cairns’ white sandy beaches. Your Independent HolidayAs a free independent traveller on an Independent Holiday, you won’t be escorted by a Travel Director for the duration of your trip, rather you’ll meet different Driver Guides and like-minded travellers each day as you explore different destinations. We’ve taken care of all of your arrangements such as hotel reservations and airport transfers so you don’t have to worry about the nitty gritty,  and we’re only ever a phone call away if you have any questions throughout your holiday.

Take in the sights of cosmopolitan Melbourne and its glorious natural surrounds. Experience the magical Penguin Parade at Phillip Island and travel along the scenic Great Ocean Road to the Twelve Apostles. Your Independent HolidayAs a free independent traveller on an Independent Holiday, you won’t be escorted by a Travel Director for the duration of your trip, rather you’ll meet different Driver Guides and like-minded travellers each day as you explore different destinations. We’ve taken care of all of your arrangements such as hotel reservations and airport transfers so you don’t have to worry about the nitty gritty,  and we’re only ever a phone call away if you have any questions throughout your holiday.

Itinerary:Day 1: Drive Melbourne to Port CampbellDay 2: Drive from Port Campbell to Mt GambierDay 3: Drive from Mt Gambier to Cape Jervis and evening ferry to Kangaroo IslandDay 4: Day at leisure on Kangaroo IslandDay 5: Depart Kangaroo Island on morning ferry to Cape Jervis and drive to Adelaide. Drop off rental vehicle in Adelaide.

Discover the highlights of the Red Centre. Venture between the domes of Kata Tjuta through the Valley of the Winds and witness the majesty of Kings Canyon on the rim climb or canyon floor walk. Explore the base of Uluru and take in an unforgettable sunrise.

Tick the must-see city sights off your list as you view the iconic Sydney Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Bondi Beach plus more. Explore the World Heritage listed Blue Mountains and see the famous Three Sisters.

Explore tropical Port Douglas and the vibrant underwater world of the Great Barrier Reef. Immerse yourself in the worlds oldest living culture at Tjupukai Aboriginal Cultural Park, ride the famous Kuranda Train and much more.

See the highlights of the Red Centre. Explore Kata Tjuta and Uluru, enjoy an amazing Uluru sunrise and sunset and indulge in the award-winning Sounds of Silence Dinner under the stars.

Drive the Red Centre and explore the best the region has to offer. From Alice Springs travel to the rugged West MacDonnell Ranges then onto Kings Canyon before arriving at Uluru/Ayers Rock, the world’s biggest monolith.

See the highlights of the stunning Red Centre. See a breathtaking Uluru sunrise and sunset. Venture in through the domes of Kata Tjuta on the Walpa Gorge walk and explore Kings Canyon’s towering sandstone walls.

Experience the sacred beauty of the Red Centre. Witness an outback sunrise and sunset at Uluru, take in the sights of Uluru, Kata Tjuta, Kings Canyon and view spectacular outback scenery and Aboriginal rock art.

Tick off the must-see sights of the Red Centre. Explore the natural wonders of Uluru, Kata Tjuta and Kings Canyon and their sacred history. Then take in an unforgettable Uluru sunset and sunrise.

Absorb the beauty of the Great Barrier Reef. Explore Cape Tribulation, wind through the Alexandra Range and cruise on the Daintree River. Enjoy an unforgettable day discovering Great Barrier Reef, ride the Kuranda Scenic Railway and Skyrail Cableway.

ItineraryDay 1: Arrive AdelaideMake your own way to your hotel. The afternoon is free for you to explore.Hotel: Chifley on South Terrace (Standard), Stamford Plaza Adelaide (Superior) or The Terrace Hotel (Standard), Adelaide, 2 nights    Day 2: Adelaide – The Barossa – AdelaideTravel through the city of Adelaide northwards to the world-renowned Barossa wine region. Enjoy the change of scenery as you make your way into the vineyards of South Australia’s premium wine region.Your first stop is Pindarie, a multi-tourism award winning cellar door, which feels more like an Australian Homestead than a cellar door. The friendly staff share their stories behind the wines as you sample their famous blends in the heritage stables. Sit back and admire their stunning vineyard views while you enjoy some morning tea.The next stop is a visit to Maggie Beer’s Farm Shop, an absolute must whilst visiting the Barossa. Learn about Maggie Beer - the cook, writer and founder of 'Maggie Beer Products', and enjoy tastings of her full product range including limited edition seasonal produce. You can also browse amongst her personally selected regional specialty goods, purchase one of her signed books or simply sit back and take in the view.On arrival at Lambert Estate at Angaston, you will enjoy a structured wine tasting whilst sampling local seasonal produce from gourmet platters. Main course follows, and is a feast for the senses, with two signature dishes, salad and vegetables. You may wish to purchase a glass of wine from the impressive wine selection, or enjoy a coffee accompanied with their popular Chocolatier (Chocolate Port).Leaving Lambert Estate, travel to Mengler Hill Lookout for sweeping views over the valley and then onto the Barossa Valley Chocolate Company your final stop for the day. Here you will taste house made chocolates paired with Vineyard Road’s handcrafted wines which will be a great way to finish off your Barossa Food & Wine Experience. Day 3: Adelaide – Kangaroo IslandAn early morning pick-up from your hotel for a scenic coach transfer to Cape Jervis taking in the picturesque Fleurieu Peninsula with its vineyards, coastal views and rolling hills. On arrival, board the SeaLink ferry for the 45-minute crossing to Penneshaw on Kangaroo Island. Here you will board your luxury SeaLink coach, and your local driver/guide will take you on a tour of South Australia’s premier nature-based tourism destination.Visit Seal Bay Conservation Park where you will be taken on a guided beach walk with an experienced guide and be amongst a colony of rare Australian sea lions. Get up close and see these wild creatures frolic and laze about – a truly amazing and unforgettable experience.Then enjoy a delicious two course lunch at a local restaurant, located on the south coast of Kangaroo Island.Spend the afternoon in the Flinders Chase National Park, which was devastated in the worst fire to ever hit the island in January 2020. You’ll see that the regeneration of the native bush occurs so quickly after the event and there will be many opportunities to take photos. As you travel through the park, keep an eye out for echidnas, wallabies, reptiles, and koalas. See the rugged coastline from walks around Remarkable Rocks and Admirals Arch. Remarkable Rocks provide great photographic opportunities, and the Admirals Arch boardwalk takes you down a rugged cliff face to reveal the spectacular rock archway, a natural nursery and haven for playful Long-nosed Fur Seals.Your last visit of the day is to the Kangaroo Island Wildlife Park to feed some kangaroos and get up close to the Kangaroo Island Koalas while listening to the Keeper talk about the cuddly mammals.Hotel: Aurora Ozone Hotel, Executive Rooms (Standard) or Aurora Ozone Hotel, Executive Seaview Rooms (Superior), Kangaroo Island    Day 4: Kangaroo Island – AdelaideStart your day with a delicious, cooked breakfast before heading off on day 4 of your tour. Today your local guide will introduce you to some of the island’s leading creators where you will see an “In-Flight” display of raptors and taste some local Kangaroo Island produce.Your first stop will be the fascinating Free Flight Birds of Prey Presentation at Raptor Domain for an educational, interactive, and inspiring experience. The only “Free-Flight” Birds of Prey presentation in South Australia, it is thought by many to be the most interactive Birds of Prey presentation in Australia.Next, travel to Emu Ridge Eucalyptus Distillery for a delicious lunch followed by an introductory talk about the history of the oil distillery and take a guided tour. You may choose to taste Kangaroo Island Ciders’ range of Colony Cove products including Apple Sparkler and Cider (additional cost). Finish off with some free time in their souvenir shop where you will find an assortment of Eucalyptus products. Your next stop is Clifford’s Honey Farm, where you’ll enjoy an informative guided tour of the honey room where you will learn about the extraction process, taste a honey soft drink and have the option to sample the Drunken Drone Brewery’s Honey Wheat Ale. In the farm gate shop, you can see a working beehive where you can try to spot the Queen bee. There are different varieties of pure Kangaroo Island Ligurian honey and beauty products to purchase as well as their famous honey ice-cream.Continue to Pennington Bay, a spectacular beach on the south coast of Kangaroo Island for a photo opportunity before arriving at your final stop False Cape Wines Cellar Door. This stunning new cellar door is made from recycled wood, jetty timbers and limestone sourced on the property. Here you can take part in a structured wine tasting while enjoying the peaceful views of the surrounding vineyards.Your Kangaroo Island journey ends at the Penneshaw Hotel where you have ample time to have dinner (own expense) before returning to the Penneshaw Ferry Terminal for your ferry and coach transfer back to Adelaide.Hotel: Chifley on South Terrace (Standard), Stamford Plaza Adelaide (Superior) or The Terrace Hotel (Standard), Adelaide    Day 5: Depart AdelaideYour short break concludes this morning after breakfast.

Drive the Sydney to Cairns Coastal route and get to know its many highlights with stops at Hunter Valley, Fraser Island and Rockhampton, the Whitsundays, Townsville and Mission Beach before arriving in Cairns. To make this an extra memorable holiday we have included a Full day 4WD tour of Fraser Island and a stay at a working cattle farm!

Imagine enjoying a mesmerising sunset at Uluru while sipping on sparkling wine. Follow this up with a sunrise at the breathtaking Kata Tjuta as your guide takes you through a journey of discovery spanning stunning valleys and canyons. You will come away from this journey having learned all about the geology, history and culture of the heart of Australia.

There are some 1,600 kilometres between you and your Uluru to Adelaide tour, spanning the Northern Territory and Adelaide in South Australia. Once you’ve spent sunrises and sunsets gazing over the world’s biggest monolith, take in vastness of the Australian outback between ‘The Rock’ and the SA capital, breaking your journey with Coober Pedy tours and Port Augusta tours.

Discover the beauty of Australia on a journey through the country's most diverse landscapes and iconic sights. Experience the eclectic laneways of Melbourne, the spirituality of the Red Centre, and the iconic sites of Sydney, before visiting tropical Cairns.

Based in Adelaide, South Australia, Journey Beyond Rail Expeditions have owned and operated The Ghan (Adelaide-Alice Springs-Darwin), the Indian Pacific (Sydney-Adelaide-Perth) and The Overland (Melbourne-Adelaide) rail journeys since 1997 when they became the first transcontinental passenger rail business to be privatised in Australia.Today, they are passionate and always evolving, building on their trains’ remarkable heritage and inspired by the wonder of Australia, connect travellers to enriching, powerful experiences both on and off their iconic trains.

Yes, you’ll see ’roos and wallabies on your Adelaide to Kangaroo Island tour, but also sea lions, fur seals (Seal Bay Kangaroo Island and Remarkable Rocks), koalas, echidnas... Because why wouldn’t you want to live on this dreamy drop in the Southern Ocean? Its rugged coastline is home to geological wonders aplenty, while its interior is a mecca for innovative purveyors making beer and cider (just wait for Kangaroo Island Brewery), honey and jam. What a gourmet foodie tour!

Travel the world famous Great Ocean Road, explore the picturesque Adelaide Hills and the celebrated Barossa and Coonawarra wine regions. Then on unique Kangaroo Island experience its abundance of native wildlife. Encounters with local wine, whisky and marron producers and tastings of their specialities add a gourmet edge.

If Tasmania is on your must-do list, this journey offers the ideal introduction to the island state. Combining spectacular landscapes with exposure to rich convict history and gourmet artisan produce, it takes you to unforgettable locations and ensures memorable encounters. Step back in time at Port Arthur, and visit the wild Gordon River, Cradle Mountain and the pristine Tarkine Wilderness.

Venture to Australia’s Top End, through the untamed wilderness and wetlands of Kakadu – an ancient landscape of billabongs, gorges and hidden canyons teeming with spectacular wildlife. Embark on an Inspiring Journey to the haunt of the Lightning Man, Aboriginal clans and the mighty crocs that roam Kakadu’s floodplains.

Now's the time to explore Australia on your terms with this tour that's affordable for young travellers. Turn your "must-do" list into "been there, done all of that" on this 16-day tour up Australia’s East Coast. This classic Sydney-to-Cairns route introduces you to both sides of modern Australia — the bright lights of the big city and the raw beauty of the Outback. You’ll get to try your hand at everything from surfing to sailing and snorkelling. And when you travel in small groups, you'll get to meet the locals and experience their land as they do. That amazing new frontier you’ve been looking for? Here it is.

From the renowned vineyards of surfing mecca Margaret River to the endearing native quokkas on Rottnest Island and the laid-back, historic cities of Perth and Fremantle, this Inspiring Journey has much to offer the discerning traveller. Beautiful accommodation along the way adds much to your experience.

Explore the nation’s capital Canberra, country Victoria, cosmopolitan Melbourne and the spectacular coast of Southern Australia on this well-paced journey. Spend the night in a unique bed-and-breakfast property in historic Beechworth. Meet local farmers, winemakers and indulge in their delectable produce while you take in stunning scenery on the Great Ocean Road, Kangaroo Island and the Barossa.

Explore the cosmopolitan sophistication of Melbourne and natural beauty of Victoria, enjoying luxury accommodation in renowned destinations. From trendy cityscapes to quaint villages, scenic coastal drives to white-capped surf, Victoria’s charm is revealed on this Inspiring Journey.

Revealing sprawling red desert landscapes, turquoise tropical waters, the Great Barrier Reef, and buzzy cosmopolitan cities, this diverse journey is one that ticks all the boxes. Wander through Melbourne’s lively cobblestoned laneways, share a gourmet barbecue with a local family in Alice Springs, and feel the heartbeat of the ancient Red Centre on an unforgettable journey.

Condensing Tasmania’s East Coast highlights into a week is no mean feat. We’ve managed to unite most on this perspective-changing journey taking in wilderness areas, World Heritage listed historic sites and cosmopolitan cities. Tours to Tasmania (from Launceston to Hobart) don’t get much better than this – strap in for a Wineglass Bay cruise, Port Arthur guided tour and epic Freycinet adventure.

Explore vibrant cosmopolitan Perth before travelling inland to iconic Kalgoorlie, then watch in awe as the landscape transitions on your approach to the southern coast, where you’ll discover white-sand beaches, crystal-clear waters, and ancient forests. Seaside Fremantle and Margaret River’s renowned food and wine culture await you before you head north to meet the wild dolphins at Monkey Mia.

Explore the epic Eastern Australia coastline on a journey that takes you from buzzy cosmopolitan Sydney to the glamorous Gold Coast. Cruise to pristine Fraser Island and the Whitsundays, and head to tropical Cairns to discover the world-renowned Great Barrier Reef. There are hinterland experiences too – you’ll taste premium wines in the Hunter Valley and tour a remote Rockhampton cattle station.

The island of Tasmania is renowned for its pristine wilderness, abundant wildlife, gourmet food and wine, and friendly locals. On this wide-ranging journey, you’ll visit Hobart’s bustling Salamanca Markets, confront the cultural phenomenon of its Museum of Old and New Art, witness the stunning natural beauty of Cradle Mountain and reycinet National Park, and indulge your tastebuds with fresh Tasmanian salmon, local artisan cheeses and other delicious treats.

It’s hard to comprehend how vast (and diverse) the Northern Territory is until you’ve cruised through its gorges, discovered wonderment in national parks, eased into thermal springs and discovered ancient Aboriginal history. This epic Northern Territory tour from Darwin takes in sights from Uluru to Kakadu, Alice Springs to Katherine Gorge. Expect cruises, sunrises and sunsets, Aboriginal rock art, classic outback pubs – and a few surprises.

Australia is over 7 million sq km (4.35 sq mi) of sand, reef, rock, wildlife, wine, sailing, ocean, city, culture, Dreamtime, and so much more than we could possibly list here. It would take several lifetimes to explore it all. This sprawling 25-day adventure comes pretty close, though. Kick things off in Adelaide, the capital of South Australia discovering the city’s famed churches and gardens. Then head to the Grampians National Park in Halls Gap to trek through the lush forest while trying to spot wildlife. Travel along the Great Ocean Road on the way to the Mornington Peninsula and Melbourne. Next, meet the Great Barrier Reef from Cape Tribulation, cruise the glorious Whitsundays, learn to surf, and explore Sydney. Exhausted yet? Just wait ’till you’re actually here!

A perfect mix of modern cities and ancient landscapes characterizes this epic journey across two nations. The Great Barrier Reef and breathtaking Milford Sound complement a world of ancient Aboriginal tradition in Australia’s Red Centre and vivid Maori culture in Rotorua. From tropical Cairns to the towering mountain peaks of the land of the Long White Cloud, you’ll be amazed at every turn.

Venture on a journey through Australia’s most iconic sights. Experience the ancient Gondwana Rainforests of Northern Australia, majestic Uluru in the spiritual Red Centre, and the iconic harbour city of Sydney.Truly, the journey is as magnificent as the destinations on this Bucket List expedition of Australia. Encounter ancient cultures, indulge in delicious local cuisine from around the country, and experience natural wonders that are simply out of this world.