Australia

Code:

D107

Exclusive Resorts, Wildlife and Cuisine

Enjoy a South Pacific gourmet adventure starting in Australia, and finishing at a wonderful rainforest retreat in Fiji. Begin in the hidden gem, Margaret River, located on the isolated west coast. From here your luxury travel continues east, visiting such culinary capitals as Kangaroo Island, Barossa Valley, and Tasmania, staying at Australia's exclusive resorts. End your journey in the lush tropical retreat, Namale. Romantic picnics under waterfalls and dinner under a blanket of stars are just a couple of the resort’s unique experiences.

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Price per Person:

$$$$ 8,000+

Suggested Length:

15

Countries:

Australia, Fiji

Code:

D112

Family Vacation: Australian Outback Adventure

A blend of adventure travel and the road less travelled. Unearth the history of Sydney and surrounds, observe wildlife in its natural habitat, discover ancient Aboriginal secrets and explore the world’s oldest living rainforest. In addition, you have the opportunity to overnight in an authentic aboriginal community near South Australia’s Flinders Ranges, visit sacred art sites in remote Arnhem Land, and indulge in relaxing spa treatments in the Daintree Rainforest.

Perfect For:

Heritage & Culture

Price per Person:

$$$$ 8,000+

Suggested Length:

16

Countries:

Code:

D118

Romantic Vacation: Hayman Island, Australia & New Zealand

This honeymoon vacation was planned for a ultra hip New York couple who were looking for a cosmopolitan vacation coupled with a relaxing stay on an island. They loved attention to detail and lots of extra touches to make it extra special. We started them with a massage on a table in the ocean at Hayman Island. They then went on to explore the Great Barrier Reef and deserted islands nearby. To give them their cosmopolitan experience, we sent them to savor the European flair of Melbourne and the urban sophistication of Sydney. They then went on to the rugged natural beauty of Queenstown, New Zealand where they road a helicopter onto a glacier for a romantic picnic, with gorgeous views of the area. And then they continued north to Waiheke Island, one of New Zealand's hidden gems where they explored the chic villages, beautiful beaches, and wonderful vineyards on the idyllic island. Suggested Length: 17 Days

Perfect For:

Romantic Getaways

Price per Person:

$$$ 6,000 - 7,999

Suggested Length:

17

Countries:

Code:

D158

Australia: A Once In A Lifetime Trip

We get asked all the time for a trip that gives you the best taste of Australia. This is the trip that we put together for exactly that. The country of Australia includes very diverse climates from reef to rain forests to outback. With this trip, you get a taste of all of that. You will first start on the coast with a bit of beach relaxation, then visit the world’s oldest rainforest, and then a snorkeling trip on the Great Barrier Reef, a real once-in-a-lifetime experience. You would then head to red center to explore the rugged Australian outback and learn about the indigenous aborigine culture. Of course, you have to end in spectacular Sydney, complete with a performance at the iconic Opera House and a climb on the Harbour Bridge. Suggested Length: 12 Days

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Price per Person:

$$$ 6,000 - 7,999

Suggested Length:

12

Countries:

Code:

D128

Australia Honeymoon: Sydney, Islands & Best Beach Resort

Australia is known for its beaches and one particularly large and famous reef. Get off the beaten path on this Australia honeymoon that takes you to our favorite Australia beach resort at Palm Cove where you can snorkel or dive the Great Barrier Reef. Then onto Lord Howe Island, one of the most dramatic landscapes in the country. Then stop off for some dolphin and whale watching before ending your trip in spectacular Sydney.

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Price per Person:

$$ 4,000 - 5,999

Suggested Length:

13

Countries:

Code:

D146

Adventure Travel: Australia & Fiji, Sydney Diving & Beaches

This trip is a diver’s dream combination of two great dive destinations, Australia’s Great Barrier Reef, and the beautiful reefs of the Fijian Islands. Start the trip on Heron Island, located directly on the reef where you can dive within a short boat ride from the shore. Stop off in cosmopolitan Sydney for some land-based adventure as well as shark dive at the Manly Aquarium. Then move on to wonderful Taveuni Island in Fiji, known for its amazing soft coral and one of the most famous dive sites in the world, Rainbow Reef.

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Price per Person:

$$$ 6,000 - 7,999

Suggested Length:

14

Countries:

Australia, Fiji

Code:

D147

14 Day Tahiti & Australia Dive Adventure

Tahiti’s Society Islands are often associated with its beautiful landscape, and over water bungalows with windows on the floor to view the colorful sea life. On the island of Manihi, you can join the sea life for some of the best diving in French Polynesia. Swim with manta rays and sharks! Then jet off to Australia for the mecca of scuba diving, The Great Barrier Reef. The abundance and variety of marine life will knock your fins off and leave you certain that this is one of the world’s top dive destinations.

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Price per Person:

$$$ 6,000 - 7,999

Suggested Length:

14

Countries:

Australia, Tahiti

Code:

D148

Australia's 2012 Melbourne Cup

The Melbourne Cup is Australia's major thoroughbred horse race, dubbed as "the race that stops a nation." Come for the race and stay for the other exciting activities that Melbourne has to offer. Great opportunities for shopping and dining, as well as day trips to some of Australia’s best known destinations. Pair your visit to Melbourne with a side trip to spectacular Sydney and experience the best of Australia’s cosmopolitan cities.

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Price per Person:

$ 2,000 - 3,999

Suggested Length:

8

Countries:

Code:

D172

Australian Escorted Highlights

The Indian Pacific is one of the greatest train journeys in the world. Traveling from Sydney to Perth, it takes you across the entire southern part of the continent with stunning Outback views, plenty of opportunities to stopover at major city locations en route (Melbourne, Adelaide) and divine service. Combine the Indian Pacific with time in Sydney and Perth on either end for the cross-country journey of a lifetime.

Perfect For:

Escorted Journeys

Price per Person:

$$$ 6,000 - 7,999

Suggested Length:

11

Countries:

Code:

D111

16 Days Australian Epicurean Journey

This trip was designed for a couple, he is a chef and she is an accountant. This was their post tax day journey to Australia. He wanted to taste all of the local cuisine; she needed a place to unwind and relax. They started with a few days on luxurious Lizard Island at the Great Barrier Reef where they completely relaxed. Then they started on their chef-led journey complete with private wine and food tours. They ended their food and wine journey at Penfolds where they “made their own blend”. To round out their trip, they really wanted to hit the highlights of Australia, which included a private yacht cruise on Sydney harbor, behind the scenes tour of Sydney Fish Market (largest in the Southern Hemisphere), and a Sydney Opera House performance with dinner at astounding Aria. Suggested Length: 16 Days

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Price per Person:

$$$$ 8,000+

Suggested Length:

16

Countries:

Code:

D115

A Taste of Australia and New Zealand Vacation

Visit Australia and New Zealand and discover the tastes and landscapes through the eyes of a local. Gourmet bush dining and night spotting, chef led journeys, Melbourne after dark and wine/spa country. A private experience behind the Southern Hemisphere’s largest Seafood Auction and fish and chips with Sydney siders. Meet the coffee roaster, the French baker and learn firsthand from Maori guides. Martinborough, Marlborough and Yarra Valley wine country are just some of the wine regions you’ll visit, all at a leisurely pace to savor and unwind.

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Price per Person:

$$$$ 8,000+

Suggested Length:

17

Countries:

Code:

D117

13 Day Ultimate Australia Family Vacation

Perfect for the young or the young-at-heart, here is a trip of a lifetime for those who want to see the highlights of Australia in a family-friendly way. From cuddling with koalas to meeting with zookeepers to snorkeling the Great Barrier Reef to spotting glowworms in an ancient rainforest, the locations and activities in this itinerary will keep everyone entertained at a relaxed pace. The best part of the trip may be the overnight experience at Sydney’s Taronga Zoo, where you and your family will get behind-the-scenes tours after the tourists have all gone home and a sumptuous roast feast!

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Price per Person:

$ 2,000 - 3,999

Suggested Length:

13

Countries:

Code:

D140

Australia New Zealand Adventure Honeymoon

Many of our honeymoon couples ask us for a vacation where they can hit the high points in Australia and New Zealand and get a real local flavor of the culture, the food and the locals in each country. This trip was created for one of those honeymoon couples. They started with the Great Barrier Reef, doing quad biking and horse riding through ancient rainforest. In Sydney they did the bridge climb, dived with the sharks and enjoyed one of the best beaches, Bondi Beach in Australia. On the New Zealand South island they did glacier hiking, bunjy jumping, jet boating and kayaking with seals. In addition, we gave this couple the secrets to local gems for restaurants and night life so that they truly got a feel for the local culture, afterwards they came back to their fabulous room with a view. Suggested Length: 18 Days

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Price per Person:

$$$ 6,000 - 7,999

Suggested Length:

18

Countries:

Code:

D157

12 Day Luxury Australian Vacation Package

This was created for a honeymoon couple from Chicago who wanted to couple great beach time for relaxing and city tours of Australia seen through the eyes of a local. They started their journey at a stunning beachfront resort, so that they could relax and be pampered. They spent a full day out on the Great Barrier Reef, did a hot air balloon flight over Melbourne (the ONLY city in the world that allows this) and experienced our private Melbourne After Dark experience are some of the unique touches. We then sent to our favorite Sydney restaurant by seaplane. And they enjoyed our special champagne breakfast with the kangaroos in the wild. Suggested Length: 12 Days

Perfect For:

Romantic Getaways

Price per Person:

$$ 4,000 - 5,999

Suggested Length:

12

Countries:

Code:

D163

Fishing: Custom-Built Australia & New Zealand

This trip was designed for many of our fishing types from enthusiasts to experts to novices. We combined the experience of glacier stream fishing in New Zealand with remote fishing expeditions to the wilderness in Australia. You can fish for Rainbow and Brown Trout in New Zealand and Tasmania or stalk the barramundi in crocodile infested waters in Australia. You troll for deep-sea fish, hand-line cast for river and lake fish, or stalk and capture by fly-fishing. Suggested length on this vacation is 19 days, but we custom build all of fishing vacations, so it could be more or fewer days based on your needs.

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Price per Person:

$$$$ 8,000+

Suggested Length:

19

Countries:

Code:

D173

2013 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras

Mardi Gras in Sydney is a huge event for the LGBT crowd as they gather en masse to celebrate one of the most colorful events of the year. The actual event lasts over three weeks, but the official parade and party is typically the first Saturday in March, at the end of the three-week bonanza. Perhaps bigger than New Year’s Eve, the Mardi Gras parade effects every aspect of Sydney during the parade weekend! It’s yours to experience with this unique package, designed to bring you the best of Sydney and Melbourne during this time!

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Price per Person:

$ 2,000 - 3,999

Suggested Length:

9

Countries:

Code:

D174

Australia: Exclusive Resorts, Spas & Whitehaven Beach

Stay at some of Australia's exclusive resorts, while incorporating ample time for relaxation and pampering. Fuse contemporary therapies with traditional Aboriginal treatments, ritual and ceremony. Spa resorts in Sydney, the Blue Mountains and the Great Barrier Reef area provide an excellent base for indulging your senses and exploring the diversity of Australia. In addition to your time in the treatment room, cruise Sydney Harbour, hike to the Three Sisters, tour the Daintree Rainforest, snorkel from Whitehaven beach.

Perfect For:

Spa & Relaxation

Price per Person:

$$$$ 8,000+

Suggested Length:

12

Countries:

Code:

D167

9 Day Tasmania Outdoor Encounters

This trip was created for two friends that truly wanted to get the best of Tasmania or Tassie as the locals say. Over two-thirds of Tassie is rugged wilderness. We created this self drive outdoor adventure for them that allowed them to travel Tassie top to bottom, off the tourist beaten path and meeting the locals. We started them with Hobart for the weekend markets and the Mt. Wellington Bike Descent. They hiked the locals’ favorite track, the Bay of Fires, and they visited the pubs in the paddocks and then did a quad bike through the bush lands to a locals hidden gem beach. They did a wildlife adventure to see the state’s beloved Tasmanian Devil. Suggested Length: 9 Days

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Price per Person:

$ 2,000 - 3,999

Suggested Length:

9

Countries:

Code:

D153

Tasmania Food, Wine, Wildlife Expedition

A blend of self-drive and luxury small group/private touring, this trip combines Tasmania’s exceptional cuisine and its outdoor beauty. You will explore several cool climate wine regions, have a chance to shuck oysters right from the water, and to visit some of Australia's most breathtaking scenery. Tasmania is the perfect blend of hospitality, organic cuisine and wildlife. Your final evening with Craig will be a food, wine and wildlife encounter that will have you telling stories to friends for years to come.

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Price per Person:

$$ 4,000 - 5,999

Suggested Length:

8

Countries:

Code:

D113

Highlights Of Tasmania

Designed to give you a taste of Tasmania, its diverse scenery and unique wildlife. Meet our mate and your private guide, Bushy, for a gourmet outdoor wildlife encounter. Meander through wilderness galleries and gorges. Touch a Tasmanian Devil and see penguins up close as they nest in the front yard of your accommodations. Hike to the Wineglass Bay lookout and discover natural caves on a boat ride along Tasmania’s rugged coastline. Discover Tasmania’s heritage at the local markets and Port Arthur penal colony.

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Price per Person:

$ 2,000 - 3,999

Suggested Length:

9

Countries:

Code:

D127

Australia's Natural Wonders

This trip was created for a retired couple, empty nesters if you will, who were looking to fulfill a dream, they wanted to hit the must sees and experience a really authentic wildlife adventure with great photograph opportunities. Australia is a continent of diverse landscapes -- the Barrier Reef, the Blue Mountains, and Tasmania. We sent them all over the country to experience wildlife in their natural habitats, from Koalas to Roos to Pengiuns, they experienced it all first hand. This trip was a bit of adventure for them without the zip lining or bungy jumping and offered a once in a lifetime experience. Suggested Length: 16 Days

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Price per Person:

$$ 4,000 - 5,999

Suggested Length:

16

Countries:

Code:

D152

2013 Australian Tennis Open Travel Package

This amazing trip was planned for a Midwest couple who were huge tennis fans. This couple had never been to Australia but were certainly world travelers. One of their dreams was to go to the Australian Tennis Open. So they wanted to experience the tennis tournament and hit the highlights of Australia. After seeing the Open, which is the first grand slam tournament of the year, so they got to see the best tennis players in the world, they headed to Sydney to explore the cosmopolitan city. They also did a privately guided tour of the country’s grand canyon, the Blue Mountains. Their final stop was at the luxury resort, Qualia, which is located gateway to the Great Barrier Reef. Suggested Length: 10 Days

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Price per Person:

$$$ 6,000 - 7,999

Suggested Length:

10

Countries:

Code:

D169

Cruise: 15-Day Australia, New Zealand Packages

Enjoy the highlights of Australia and New Zealand unpacking your bags only once. Silversea’s South Pacific cruises sweep across these two countries in a breathtaking succession of dazzling sights. Start in Australia with a visit to two great Australian cities, chic Melbourne and wonderful Sydney. Then make a stop in unique Tasmania before crossing the Tasman Sea. New Zealand sets out to impress with its geysers and glaciers, sub-tropical rain forest and spectacular Lord of the Rings landscapes.

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Escorted Journeys

Price per Person:

$$$$ 8,000+

Suggested Length:

15

Countries:

Code:

D109

21 day South Pacific Vacation

This South Pacific highlights package covers the Great Barrier Reef, the Outback, and Sydney in Australia then continues with the rugged natural wonders of Queenstown, Rotorua and Auckland in New Zealand. A final stop for some real relaxation is the sunny Mamanuca Islands in Fiji. A magical combination to suit travelers of all types, this covers the highlights of the South Pacific in a way that keeps you pampered and adventurous!

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Price per Person:

$$$ 6,000 - 7,999

Suggested Length:

21

Countries:

Australia, Fiji, New Zealand

Code:

D129

13 Day Best of Australia, Perth, Beaches

Come enjoy the eclectic vibe of Australia’s most loved cities. Begin your journey in the gateway to the world famous Great Barrier Reef. Snorkel in azure waters and visit the ancient Daintree Rainforest. Next stop is the west coast gem, Perth. Explore Rottnest Island and meet its most famous resident, the Quokka. Finish your holiday in Australia’s most famed cities. Enjoy the European vibe and al fresco dining of Melbourne. Fly to Sydney and experience its vibrant nightlife and world class beaches.

Perfect For:

Cities

Price per Person:

$$ 4,000 - 5,999

Suggested Length:

13

Countries:

Code:

D101

Sydney, Reef & Whalesharks

This dive trip incorporates two “once-in-a-lifetime” scuba experiences. Start with a liveaboard on the most famous dive destination in the world, the Great Barrier Reef. Stop off in cosmopolitan Sydney for some land-based adventure and experience the urban beach culture. Then move on to west coast of Australia to the lesser known Ningaloo Reef. From March to May every year, this stretch of coastline is visited by the world’s largest fish, the whale shark. Spend 3 days swimming with these mammoths of the sea and diving the untouched reef.

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Price per Person:

$$ 4,000 - 5,999

Suggested Length:

14

Countries:

Code:

D150

Australian Grand Prix

The Formula 1 Grand Prix is car racing’s greatest series that travels the globe. And it starts this year in Melbourne, Australia. Enjoy bumper to bumper F1 action as well as V8 Supercars and live music. Come for the race and stay for the other exciting activities that Melbourne has to offer. Great opportunities for shopping and dining, as well as day trips to some of Australia’s best known destinations. Pair your visit to Melbourne with a side trip to spectacular Sydney and experience the best of Australia’s cosmopolitan cities.

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Price per Person:

$$$ 6,000 - 7,999

Suggested Length:

8

Countries:

Code:

D171

The Complete Australia, New Zealand, Tahiti Vacation

This epic month-long journey will guide you through the highlights of the South Pacific as you experience the culture and landscape of New Zealand, Australia, and Tahiti. Spend some time learning about the indigenous Maoris of NZ and then experience the jaw-dropping scenery of Milford Sound. Next head west as you travel to the Red Center to see “The Rock” and learn about the aborigine people of Australia. Snorkel on the Great Barrier Reef and make a stop in iconic Sydney. Finish your trip with a week-long cruise through the Tahitian Islands including stunning Bora Bora.

Perfect For:

Heritage & Culture

Price per Person:

$$$$ 8,000+

Suggested Length:

31

Countries:

Australia, New Zealand, Tahiti

Code:

D121

14 Days: Luxury Highlights of Australia and New Zealand

This luxury trip to Australia and New Zealand allows you to experience the vibrant cities of each country. Chic Melbourne, sassy Sydney and welcoming Auckland, all have unique personalities and many notable sights that are all worth thoroughly exploring, some you may be aware of and some that you will discover on your own! Start with the beach scene in Sydney, the café culture and hidden laneways in Melbourne, then on to the active waterfront in Auckland.

Perfect For:

Cities

Price per Person:

$$$ 6,000 - 7,999

Suggested Length:

14

Countries:

Code:

D102

Australia New Zealand Luxury Honeymoon Adventure

A combination of adventure travel and luxury in Australia and New Zealand. Stay at some of the South Pacific’s most acclaimed luxury lodges. Start your trip on the Daintree Rainforest, the oldest living rainforest in the world. From here you can experience the underwater wonderland of the Great Barrier Reef. Spend some time at the wonderful Wolgan Valley Resort nestled in the Blue Mountains Heritage area. In New Zealand, enjoy the wilderness and waterfalls at Treetops Lodge, and end your trip in spectacular Queenstown at New Zealand's Top 5 luxury lodge, Blanket Bay Lodge.

Perfect For:

Wildlife & Wilderness

Price per Person:

$$$$ 8,000+

Suggested Length:

17

Countries:

Code:

D181

Honeymoon: Lizard Island & Australia's Best Beaches

Explore some of Australia’s best hotels on the beach & iconic islands in this power-packed trip. Start in Sydney where you can explore the urban beach scene and try your luck at surfing the waves at famous Bondi Beach in Australia. Then fly north to Lizard Island, one of the most romantic island resorts located right on the Great Barrier Reef. Finally finish your Australia honeymoon at a hotel on the beach in Noosa. From here you can reach Fraser Island, the largest sand island in the world, on an adventurous day trip, or relax and dine alfresco.

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Price per Person:

$$$ 6,000 - 7,999

Suggested Length:

13

Countries:

Code:

D145

Australia: The Road Less Travelled

It’s the Best of the West in this itinerary, with deluxe and luxurious accommodations in Perth, Broome and Sydney plus a five-day, five-night cruise aboard the True North cruise line through the coral atolls off the northwest coast of Australia. Enjoy ventures by air, land and sea plus plenty of time for exploring the vast beauty of this remote state. Bring your swimsuit ... the weather is warm and beautiful! Note: This itinerary can be customized as needed.

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Price per Person:

$$$$ 8,000+

Suggested Length:

16

Countries:

Code:

D130

Best Of Australia Golf

Designed by a passionate golfer, this is a combination of Australia’s great golf courses and her highlights. Visit Cairns and the tropical north, before heading to Melbourne. A round of golf at Royal Melbourne and The Dunes in the sandbelt, while staying at stylish centrally located accommodations. Venture on to Tasmania for the challenging Lost Farm and Barnbougle Dunes and a chance to explore wine country. Finish in Sydney with a round at historic La Perouse with the locals, and enjoy 5 star accommodations.

Perfect For:

Golf, Sports & Events

Price per Person:

$ 2,000 - 3,999

Suggested Length:

14

Countries:

Code:

D177

Reef, Rainforest, Outback & Wildlife

From ancient rainforest to the teeming barrier reef to the remote Outback to Kangaroo Island (the Galapagos of Australia) to the relaxed city of Melbourne, this itinerary takes you out and about to the best places to see wildlife and wilderness in Australia. Add luxury accommodations throughout and you have an itinerary set to pamper you while staying in remote, off-the-beaten-path destinations. Spectacular scenery and unique wildlife, along with a mix of quirky local character, bring you to the best wilderness and wildlife in the country.

Perfect For:

Wildlife & Wilderness

Price per Person:

$$$ 6,000 - 7,999

Suggested Length:

15

Countries:

Code:

D182

Tasmania's Wildlife & Wilderness

Tasmania is reputed to have the cleanest air and water, and the most pristine wilderness scenery on the planet. Get out and see the best of it on this itinerary. Meet our mate and your private guide for two days, Bushy, for a gourmet outdoor wildlife and wilderness encounter. Meander through wilderness galleries and gorges. Touch a Tasmanian Devil and see penguins up close as they nest in the front yard of your accommodations. Hike to lookouts, discover natural caves, and see the quoll -- a marsupial unique to Tasmania.

Perfect For:

Wildlife & Wilderness

Price per Person:

$$ 4,000 - 5,999

Suggested Length:

10

Countries:

Code:

D183

Australia Less Traveled

Our company founder, Corinne, is truly an Aussie and this itinerary was her personal creation. Think of it as getting off the beaten path and discovering Australia through the eyes of a local. This vacation offers experiences that you would be hard pressed to find anywhere else. There are sites and wildlife in Australia that you cannot get anywhere else in the world. This trip offers stunning coastal drives, outback sheep stations oozing hospitality and charm, Perth, and Ningaloo Reef. Luxury safari camping at Australia's other great reef and even a sunset camel safari. Head further north outside Darwin to a luxury wilderness lodge where you will discover ancient lands and wildlife at Kakadu National Park. Suggested Length: 19 Days

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Price per Person:

$$$$ 8,000+

Suggested Length:

19

Countries:

Code:

D155

Discover South Australia: Rail and Sail

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Price per Person:

$$ 4,000 - 5,999

Suggested Length:

8

Countries:

Code:

D203

Australia & New Zealand Golf Vacation

Designed by a passionate golfer, this is a combination of Australia and New Zealand’s great golf courses. Visit Tasmania and Melbourne in Australia, the two homes of the best golf in the country. A round of golf at Barnbougle and Lost Farm near the Tamar Wine Valley in Tasmania are included, as well as four nights in Melbourne in stylish accommodations. Head to the sunny, warm Bay of Islands in New Zealand for Kauri Cliffs and then end at stunning Cape Kidnappers a bit farther south for the absolute best golfing in New Zealand in spectacular scenery.

Perfect For:

Golf, Sports & Events

Price per Person:

$$$ 6,000 - 7,999

Suggested Length:

16

Countries: