Day 1 Melbourne
Meeting, Orientation, Dinner
We’ll kick off with a welcome meeting and drinks around 4pm, followed by a short orientation walk, ending in our first Aussie dinner together.

Savoy on Little Collins (2 nights)

Day 2 Melbourne
Tram, Walking Tour, National Gallery
Melbourne offers a blend of culture, history, and natural beauty. We’ll begin our explorations with a historic tram ride around the city, followed by a walking tour of some of Melbourne's important historic sites, diving into Melbourne's famous laneways. We’ll wander through narrow alleys with colorful street art, boutique shops, and cozy cafés. After free time for lunch, we visit the National Gallery of Victoria, with a guided tour focusing on the Australian Collection.

Day 3 Cairns
Cairns Aquarium
After breakfast, we’ll head to Melbourne’s airport to catch our flight north to Cairns. Upon arrival we’ll have an orientation and visit the Cairns Aquarium for an introduction to the diverse ecosystems of North Queensland's two World Heritage listed areas – the Great Barrier Reef and the Wet Tropics Rainforest. Visitors can explore coral displays, interactive touch tanks, and exhibits featuring sharks, stingrays, and sea turtles.

Crystalbrook Flynn (3 nights)

Day 4 Cairns
GBR Excursion
An excursion to the Great Barrier Reef is an unforgettable adventure, offering the chance to explore one of the world’s most breathtaking natural wonders. Glide through crystal-clear waters teeming with coral gardens and colorful marine life, including tropical fish, sea turtles, and rays. Options include observing the reef from a semi-submersible vessel, simply dipping your toes in, or snorkeling above the coral. It is a perfect activity for outdoor enthusiasts and a soul-cleansing refresh for everyone.

Day 5 Cairns
Scenic Railway, Kuranda, Rainforest Cableway
From Cairns we board the Kuranda Scenic Railway and travel through World Heritage listed Barron River National Park. The mountain rail route originally used to service the rich mining regions of the Atherton Tablelands. Free time upon arrival allows for investigations of the Kuranda Heritage Markets and boutique shops, a visit to Koala Gardens, or the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary. We return to Cairns, not via train, but by the Rainforest Cableway known as the Skyrail, providing even more stunning views across the rainforest of the Wet Tropics.

Day 6 Coffs Harbor
Scenic Coast Drive
Today is a travel day as we fly south to Brisbane. Upon arrival we’ll embark on a scenic drive from Brisbane to Coffs Harbor, taking us along Australia’s beautiful Pacific Coast. The drive features ocean views, rolling hinterlands, and charming coastal towns, making it a picturesque and relaxing journey.

Aanuka Beach Resort (2 nights)

Day 7 Coffs Harbor
Yarrila Museum, Jetty Quarter/Beach, Big Banana, Kangaroos
We start today with a visit the new Yarrila Arts Centre and Museum where we’ll learn about the culture of the local Gumbaynggirr people. Afterwards in the harbour precinct, centered on its historic timber jetty, there’ll be time to enjoy the safe swimming at Jetty Beach, or to take a stroll out along the harbour wall to Muttonbird Island Nature Reserve. No visit to Coffs Harbour would be complete without marveling at its iconic Big Banana. Unveiled in 1964, it sparked a national obsession with building Big things. We’ll wrap up the day with a visit to Look-At-Me-Now Headland to observe the local Eastern Grey kangaroos enjoying a graze.

Day 8 Uralla
Dorrigo NP, Ebor falls, Wine tasting
Our destination today is Uralla. A drive through the Bellinger Valley offers rolling green pastures, charming villages, and stunning mountain views. In World Heritage listed Dorrigo National Park we’ll enjoy a light hike through ancient rainforests and take in panoramic views from the Skywalk lookout. Continuing on, a visit to Ebor Falls reveals a two-tiered cascade surrounded by rugged cliffs. Upon arrival we’ll unwind before a guided tasting through a selection of Hunter Valley wines.

The Bushranger Motor Inn, Uralla (2 nights)

Day 9 Uralla
Walking tour, Farm visit
Uralla is a classic Australian country town that has managed to retain its small-town charm. This morning's walking tour will focus on some of the immaculately restored and maintained heritage buildings, as well as tales of the notorious bushranger (outlaw) Captain Thunderbolt at the local history museum. After time for lunch in town, we’ll head out to the nearby Kentucky district to meet an award-winning farmer while we explore his operation.

Day 10 Sydney
Scenic drive, Harbor Cruise
We start the day with a drive down the New England Highway to the regional center of Tamworth, where we catch a morning flight to Sydney. We’ll head into town, drop bags at our city center hotel and grab some lunch before check-in after 2pm. We’ll meet up in the afternoon for a stroll down to the historic Rocks area, where the British First Fleet landed in 1788, and we end the day in style with a dinner cruise around Sydney’s famour harbor.
A by Adina Hotel (3 nights)

A by Adina (3 nights)

Day 11 Sydney
Opera House, Botanical Garden
This morning we visit the renowned Sydney Opera House with a guided tour. We’ll have behind-the-scenes access and learn the unique construction and design story. After our Opera visit we'll take a guided walk through the Royal Botanic Garden. The walk ends at the Australian Museum, which you are free to visit at your own pace. Your afternoon is free for personal explorations.

Day 12 Sydney
North Shore and Manly Beach
Today, we’ll ferry across Sydney’s harbor for discovering the North Shore and Manly Beach. Enjoy a scenic walk along the beautiful coastal path between Manly and Shelley Beaches, home to the Cabbage Tree Bay Aquatic Reserve, a favorite local spot. There will be free time to investigate nearby beaches, rock pools, and dramatic sandstone headlands. We'll conclude our Australian journey with a Happy Hour and Q&A session with some Manly locals.

Day 13 Tour Over
Tour over after breakfast. Imprint will assist with airport transfers.

Extension: Uluru

Day 1 Uluru
Uluru-Kata-Tjuta NP, Walpa Gorge
This morning we fly from Sydney to Uluru, the spiritual heart of the Australian Outback. Known formerly as Ayers Rock, the monolith dominates the surrounding desert landscape. This afternoon we explore the boulder formations and unique flora and fauna of Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. Our guide will reveal the many attributes of this diverse environment and its cultural significance as a sacred Aboriginal site. At Walpa Gorge we’ll walk between the mighty conglomerate domes and learn how they have evolved over millions of years. Take time to listen to the wind (Walpa) far above. The spirituality of this place impresses everyone who ventures here. This evening is free for you to relax at our 5 star accommodation.

Sails in the Desert (2 nights)

Day 2 Uluru
Uluru Sunrise, Mutijulu, Field of Light
We need an early start today to travel to Uluru, its vast shape rising from the sand dunes in the early dawn light. Our guide will take us to a special location to watch the sun rise over the mighty rock. We will hear the Creation stories of Liru (poisonous snake) and Kuniya (python) and learn about the Mala people. After a “bush breakfast” we visit Mutijulu Waterhole where we hear it’s story and see the rock art nearby. Then we'll drive around the base of Uluru before returning to our hotel. This evening we visit “The Field of Light” art installation. More than 50,000 slender stems crowned with lighted glass spheres glow as darkness falls. As far as the eye can see colored light illuminates the desert. Enjoy a three course dinner followed by an explanation of the southern night sky from the resident star talker. A truly magical way to round off our last evening together!

Day 3 Extension over
Return flight to Sydney. Extension ends at Sydney airport (evening).