Welcome to Melbourne!
First day of the tour begins with a warm welcome from an A&K representative upon arrival in Melbourne. Enjoy the convenience of pre-registered, immediate check-in at your luxurious hotel, the Park Hyatt Melbourne. After settling in, embark on a private walking tour of the city, exploring Melbourne’s labyrinth of arcades, alleyways, and trendy cafes, art galleries, and boutiques. Tour the iconic Gothic Bank and Block Arcade and hop on one of Melbourne’s beloved trams for a ride with locals. Spend the evening at your leisure.
On day 2, travel southwest from Melbourne to experience one of the world’s most beautiful coastal drives, the Great Ocean Road. Admire the stunning scenery of charming towns, huge cliffs, tranquil coves, magnificent waterfalls, and secluded beaches along the way. Savor a delicious lunch of local seafood and regional produce in Apollo Bay before exploring the dramatic Shipwreck Coast and the iconic Twelve Apostles. Return to Melbourne and spend the evening at your leisure.
On day 3, fly to Uluru and settle into your luxurious tented accommodations on the edge of Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. Later, take a sunset tour of mythical Uluru (Ayers Rock), pausing for refreshments as the warm glow of the setting sun washes over the vast face of this red monolith. Stay at Longitude 131° for the night.
On day 4, enjoy a guided tour of Walpa Gorge, learning about how eons of weathering and continental upheaval have shaped this landscape. After breakfast, enjoy an afternoon at leisure. Later in the evening, savor a Sundowner at the western face of Uluru, watching as the sun slowly sets. Cap off your Uluru experience with the Field of Light, a unique art installation that harnesses the beauty of an Uluru sunset. Enjoy a special dinner under the night sky, returning to the Dune House for cocktails.
On day 5, visit the Mutitjulu Waterhole and learn about its cave paintings before flying to Cairns and transferring to your luxurious retreat in Queensland’s Daintree Rainforest, Silky Oaks Lodge, situated on the banks of the Mossman River. Enjoy a dining experience that combines local ingredients with the nation’s finest premium produce in a refreshing and contemporary Australian menu.
Set out on a full day of exploring Daintree Rainforest
on day 6, beginning with a stroll on the Jindalba boardwalk as your guide points out the incredible variety of plants, animals, and eco-systems unique to this area. Stop at Cape Tribulation, where the rainforest meets the reef, and take a walk along the magical beach to view the unique eco-system. Enjoy lunch in the heart of the rainforest before visiting the Janbal Gallery located in Mossman township. Here, learn ancient aboriginal Dreamtime stories, local history, and how these are shared through their art. Return to the lodge for dinner.
On day 7, visit the Wildlife Habitat Port Douglas, where you will explore privately with a park ranger, enjoying access to the koala and wallaby enclosures and the opportunity to hold a koala in your arms, on an A&K-exclusive experience. Continue to Cairns and board your flight to Lizard Island, your own tropical oasis in the Coral Sea. Secluded and beautiful, Lizard Island is true paradise. With 24 powdery-white beaches and 40 luxurious suites, it is the most northern resort in tropical Queensland and is located directly on the Great Barrier Reef. Spend the next three luxurious days doing as much — or as little — as you choose.
Days 8 and 9 are spent exploring your island paradise with optional activities such as windsurfing.
9 days from $39,799 per person in Double room