Australia and Cook Islands Getaway

Day 1: Tasmania’s Quirky Capital

Welcome to Hobart, Tasmania! A private driver transfers you to the luxurious MACq 01, where each uniquely designed room tells the story of a real Tasmanian character, reflecting the island’s distinctive spirit and history.

Overnight: Hobart (MACq 01)

Day 2: Hobart at Leisure

Today is yours to explore Hobart’s fascinating convict history, browse the Museum of Old and New Art, and dine on some of Australia’s finest seafood.

Overnight: Hobart (MACq 01)

Day 3: Wilderness Adventure Begins

Meet your Pepper Bush Adventures guide for a two-day wilderness immersion. Hunt for the elusive platypus, relax to afternoon bird choruses, and enjoy a campfire dinner with Tasmanian wine as you absorb the timeless ambience of ancient forests.

As darkness falls, listen for chuckling kookaburras and take an enchanted starlit walk, witnessing nocturnal creatures emerge from bushland to forage for their nightly feast.

Overnight: Scottsdale/Northern Tasmania (Jetson Farm)

Day 4: Alpine Heights and Ancient Giants

Explore Ben Lomond National Park’s spectacular dolerite columns and scree slopes with impressive alpine views and magnificent vegetation. Walk among the world’s tallest white gum trees and ancient tree ferns at Evercreech Forest Reserve.

Your day culminates with a gourmet campfire bush tucker dinner and wildlife spotting on private acreage, experiencing one of nature’s finest after-dark wildlife shows with Tasmanian wine by the fire.

Overnight: Scottsdale/Northern Tasmania (Jetson Farm)

Day 5: Sydney’s Harbor Glamour

Settle into the luxurious Four Seasons Sydney with gorgeous Opera House views and prime access to the city’s best attractions.

Overnight: Sydney (Four Seasons Sydney)

Day 6: Opera House Secrets and Harbor Dining

Discover Sydney Opera House’s architectural secrets with a guided tour beneath the world-famous sails. Run your hands over shell tiles, marvel at vaulted ceilings of one of the world’s biggest pillar-free chambers and uncover the building’s fascinating creation story.

Afternoon brings a progressive lunch cruise through Sydney Harbour, passing iconic landmarks from the Australian Navy’s Garden Island base to Double Bay’s prestigious homes, with stops at renowned Doyles on the Beach and several harbor restaurants.

Overnight: Sydney (Four Seasons Sydney)

Day 7: Hunter Valley Wine Country

Experience world-class Hunter Valley wineries, stopping first at Australia Reptile Park for morning tea surrounded by kangaroos and wallabies. Taste boutique wines before indulging in Italian-inspired lunch with wine pairings, then choose from Wine Theatre productions, additional tastings, or relaxed conversation with fellow travelers.

Overnight: Sydney (Four Seasons Sydney)

Day 8: Cook Islands Paradise Awaits

Arrive on Rarotonga, the Cook Islands’ legendarily beautiful main island of stunning beaches, luminous lagoons, and mountainous peaks, settling into spacious beachfront accommodations with ocean views from your private deck.

Overnight: Rarotonga (Rumours Beachside Villa)

Day 9-10: Tropical Bliss

Spend these days at leisure in tropical paradise with the ocean at your fingertips. Swimming, snorkeling, kayaking, and paddle boarding await, or cruise the lagoon in a traditional vaka boat. Rent bicycles to explore hidden gems, hike lush mountains, indulge at the spa, or simply relax beachside with a drink. Evenings bring barefoot beach dining and grand performances by island dancers and fire throwers.

Overnight: Rarotonga (Rumours Beachside Villa)

Day 11-12: Aitutaki’s Pristine Lagoon

Fly to neighboring Aitutaki and the intimate Pacific Resort Aitutaki, a five-star retreat situated directly on white sand beaches framing the island’s luminescent lagoon. Whether relaxing at Tiare Spa or trying kiteboarding on the lagoon, this perfect beach getaway offers pure island bliss.

Overnight: Aitutaki (Pacific Resort Aitutaki Beachfront Bungalow)

Day 13: Farewell to Paradise

Catch a short flight back to Rarotonga for your connecting flight home, carrying memories of Tasmania’s wilderness, Sydney’s sophistication, and the Cook Islands’ pristine beauty.