Welcome to stylish and elegant Melbourne! (Flights to arrive prior to 12pm). You’ll be transferred to your hotel located on the banks of the Yarra River before starting your travels on a high note, getting to know your Travel Director and fellow travellers over dinner at a popular restaurant on the waterfront, a picturesque welcome to your Australia

Start your first full day seeing the best of Melbourne that includes a private walk with your Travel Director sharing their indepth knowledge of the city. You’ll stroll past postcard-worthy Victorian architecture, arcades, and eclectic little
laneways. As Melbourne’s signature coffee aroma wafts through the air, head to grand Federation Square, filled with
shops, galleries, and exhibits and home to many cultural events. Have a look at the nearby neighbouring 19-century neogothic cathedral, St Paul’s. After a big morning getting acquainted with the city, you have the rest of the day free to explore more tempting haunts and eateries or join an Optional Experience such as a trip to Phillip Island to see the famous
penguin parade. Here you’ll watch the Little Penguins make their daily trip from the sea to their onshore burrows. It’s a once in a lifetime wildlife viewing experience. Don’t miss it!

Optional Experiences:
a. Philip Island, Penguins, Koalas & Wildlife – ADD: A$239 Per Person
If you’re curious about our native wildlife or just love animals, we’ve got you covered today! You’ll get up close to Australian animals, including koalas and kangaroos. On Phillip Island the main attraction awaits – the Little Penguins waddling up the sand to their dune burrow homes returning from their daily fishing excursion.

You have a free day in Melbourne to explore as you like. Stroll this stylish city browsing antique shops, checking out Brunswick Street’s quirky boutiques, and taking in the town at one of the many cafes or world class eateries. Foodies will
want to be sure to visit the historic Queen Victoria Market stopping for nibbles at one of the many stalls. Or, perhaps exploring the city on foot with a History and Donuts Walking Tour is more your thing. If you’d rather venture outside of the
city, join an Optional Experience taking the ultimate road trip on the Great Ocean Road. Driving along this stunning coastline, you’ll be in awe of breathtaking scenery from one moment to the next. Admire the famous Twelve Apostles
towering limestone formations jutting out of the sea against jagged cliffs. From sea-hugging structures to seaside towns, you’ll also stop in the quaint town of Apollo Bay. Whether you adventure in the city or along the sea, there’s so much to
experience in Melbourne and its surroundings

Optional Experiences:
a. Great Ocean Road & Twelve Apostles – ADD: A$235 Per Person
Take a breath and enjoy a relaxed and unhindered view of the Twelve Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge and London Bridge all before lunch, beating the traditional afternoon rush. En route let us take you on a journey inland, reaching Port Campbell National Park to marvel at the iconic limestone stacks in the morning. Spend the day with your experienced Driver Guide, meandering along the winding Great Ocean Road, taking in the spectacular coastal scenery.

b. History &Donuts Walking Tour
Discover the sweeter side of Melbourne on Fit City Tour’s History and Donuts Walking Tour. This two-hour walking tour is best started on an empty stomach. The adventure begins at Federation Square. From there, you’ll immerse
yourself in the stunning laneway street art of Hosier Lane before stopping for the first coffee of the tour at a favourite laneway cafe. The tour continues to weave through city laneways sharing the story of Melbourne, its history and culture, while stopping off for donuts at some of Melbourne’s most iconic donuts shops. After the
second donut, you’ll explore former city slums, and learn about the character of Melbourne – and the characters that made their name here. The tour finishes at State Library where you can stay on to explore one of Melbourne’s
finest buildings.

Get excited for a bucket list experience today as you depart Melbourne for Ayers Rock Resort, near the sacred ancient site of Uluru and your home for the next two days in Aussie’s cultural heartland. You’ll fly over dry salt lakes and red desert before your first of many mesmerizing encounters with Uluru in Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. As the desert sun begins to set, you’re treated to a classic Uluru sundowner: sparkling wine and light refreshments amidst the red dirt and blowin spinifex grasses as the Outback sky ignites in shades of red, yellow, and purple. Gazing at massive Uluru – which at 348
metres high is taller than the Eiffel Tower – you’ll experience a kind of magical connection to the land. Relaxed and happy, you’ll make your way to the Desert Gardens Hotel for a Stays with Stories experience. Surrounded by desert trees and distant Uluru, this indigenous-owned hotel showcases the natural beauty of the landscape. Stay in this evening or, after sunset, join an Optional Experience Uluru BBQ Dinner as you watch the changing desert colours and are treated to an informative star talk in one of the best places to view the southern night sky.

Optional Experiences:
a. Stay in the Heart of the Red Centre
If you’re curious about our native wildlife or just love animals, we’ve got you covered today! You’ll get up
close to Australian animals, including koalas and kangaroos. On Phillip Island the main attraction awaits – the Little Penguins waddling up the sand to their dune burrow homes returning from their daily fishing excursion.

b. Uluru Barbecue Dinner –ADD:A$229
After sunset continue to our exclusive dining venue with Uluru as your stunning backdrop. You’ll wonder at the scale of Uluru at night on the only evening experience inside Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. Relax in the
company of friends and fellow travellers and enjoy sparkling wine and other beverages. Dine on favourites from the grill and a selection of freshly prepared salads, followed by a tasty dessert. There’s even time for star gazing. Your driver guide will conduct a tour of the night sky, pointing out some of the visible constellations. (Prices are
”From”).

The only reason to get out of bed before dawn? For a magical Uluru sunrise. It’s a spiritual place, with stories of the Anangu, caretakers of this remote arid landscape revealed while you tour the base on a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. Later, an Anangu artist will explain just what makes it so spiritual over an introduction to Western Desert art, introducing totems and symbols important to the region and represented in paintings and installations, another MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. The red desert follows you to Kata Tjuta, where nature humbles as you walk through the towering domes of this ancient rock formation. Cheers to the end of another amazing day.

Optional Experiences:
a. Uluru First Nations People
Explore the foundations of life and society of the local Aboriginal people in Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. Learn about the spiritual connection the local Anangu caretakers have with the land at Uluru.

b. Paint An Aboriginal Artwork
At Walkatjara Art Uluru an Indigenous Anangu artist will explain just what makes this part of the world so spiritual, over an introduction to Western Desert Art, introducing totems and symbols important to the region and represented in paintings and installations. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities

c. Helicopter Flights – ADD: A$335
Experience a unique view with a scenic helicopter flight over the Red Centre and see Uluru from the Air.
You might choose the 15 minute flight to appreciate Uluru from the air or the recommended longer flight to witness Uluru as well as the extraordinary Kata Tjuta. Prices from

d. Uluru Scenic Flights-ADD: A$155
A 20 minute, fixed wing scenic flight is a great way to take in the amazing landscape of Uluru. This small plane operator offer extended flights that include both Uluru and Kata Tjuta.

It’s your last day in Uluru. Consider the Optional Experience kaleidoscopic Field of Light art installation of artist Bruce Munro. Witness the darkness of night change to a rainbow-coloured dawn lit up from a field of changing colours, with Uluru in the distance. You’ll feel like you’re walking through flowers in this totally unique Uluru sunrise, then as dawn
continues to creep across the land, you’ll end the experience watching the desert awaken over Uluru from the top of a sand dune. Head to your next stop, Cairns for a change of scenery and more beautiful sites.

Optional Experiences:
a. Field Of Light Sunrise – ADD: A$129 Per Person
Rise before sunrise to travel the short distance to a desert location overlooking Uluru. Your Driver Guide will provide insights and background into this emotive and unique desert art installation. Under the cover of darkness, you’re
invited to wander through the pathways that encompass the 50,000 spheres of light in colours of ochre, deep violet, blue and gentle white. Make your way up the hill to the dune top viewing area. Watch the amazing transformation of colours and life as the Red Centre awakens, while enjoying tea, coffee or hot chocolate. Then
as the first rays of sunlight creep across the desert sky, gaze in awe as the sun rises in the distance behind Uluru, flooding the landscape, including Kata Tjuta behind you, with light. You’ll have an incredible view through stunning desert landscape as the sun rises over the Red Centre. As the natural light brightens the landscape, the
Field of Light will dim for the day. Capture some amazing photos from this unique raised location, which allows you to view both Uluru and Kata Tjuta in all their natural glory.* Please note, the Field of Light Site is dimly lit, we highly recommend you use your phone light or bring a small torch to help navigate yourself on the pathway.*

The Fleurieu Peninsula is a natural adventure playground, all rolling hills, rugged clifftops and sandy beaches. Seaside Victor Harbor turns on the charms – take a horse drawn tram ride out to Granite Island (own expense) – before your ferry blasts its horn. All aboard for Kangaroo Island, home to native wildlife like sea lions, koalas and diverse bird species. Your destination is Kingscote.

It’s time for an island adventure: first stops are Remarkable Rocks and Admirals Arch, home to an immense colony of raucous fur seals. The wildlife greets you at Seal Bay Conservation Park, where enormous sea lions barrel down the sand to the water. Here, on a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience you’ll visit one of the country’s most important sea lion breeding grounds. Aside from smelling totally divine, eucalyptus oil is like the Holy Grail of healing – there’s not much that it can’t cure. Drop in to South Australia’s only eucalyptus distillery to tour the estate (look out for resident kangaroos and emus), discover Kangaroo Island’s history and take a fascinating deep dive into the production of this 100% pure, aromatic oil. A well-deserved tasting of craft beer awaits at a boutique brewery, the only one on the island. How does a Golden Ale sound?

You’ve arrived in the South Australian capital, known for its well-preserved churches and well-admired cuisine. Did you know that Adelaide boasts more restaurants per capita than any other city in Australia? After a city orientation tour, the afternoon is yours to see just how many you can sample – we have a few recommendations, including a visit to the epic Central Market, where you can try green ant gin with cheese, among so many other delicacies (own
expense).

Optional Experiences:
a. Adelaide Zoo Entry – ADD: A$48 Per Person
Winner of the South Australian Tourism Awards for the past 4 years, Adelaide Zoo is a favourite with both locals and visitors. Situated in north Adelaide this iconic attraction is home to 2500 animals and 250 species of exotic
and native mammals, birds, reptiles and fish, and is involved in a wide range of conservation programmes.
Get up close and personal with some of Australia’s best loved animals!

b. 90 Minute Cultural Capers Walking Tour – ADD: A$40 Per Person
Join passionate local Graeme Fanning as you explore and discover the cultural boulevard of South Australia’s capital, and the foundation for development of Adelaide, both socially and culturally within this tour. Pass by
Government House, the State Library, South Australia Museum, South Australia Art Gallery as well as the vast University precinct on this informative 90-minute tour.

Pull on your elastic-waisted pants – today is one of indulgences through the Adelaide Hills and the Barossa, dotted with atmospheric towns like Hahndorf, Australia’s oldest surviving German settlement. A Barossa and Hahndorf tour reveals the bountiful food and wine this pocket of the state is known for. Discover local flavours over lunch at Lambert Estate, nestled in the rolling hills of the Barossa followed by a wine or gin tasting at Maggie Beer’s Pheasant Farm. Enjoy a Japanese inspired Farewell Dinner this evening at the hotel with your newfound friends.

By day 11, you will have a suitcase full of gin, wine and cheese; a camera full of dreamy images; and more memories than you can count.