Australian Safari
Australian Safari
Australian Safari
21 Days
Visiting: Brisbane, Australia Zoo, Cairns, Great Barrier Reef, Uluru, Alice Springs, Adelaide, Kangaroo Island, Melbourne, Phillip Island, Launceston, Cradle Mountain, Hobart, Tasman Peninsula, Sydney
Tour operator:
Tour code:
PL-2024
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Trip Styles:
Interests:
Activities:
From:
$8898
$8325
Barrhead discount: -$573
NB: Prices correct on 02-Jun-2024 but subject to change.
Tour Overview
If your idea of meeting the locals is cradling koalas, hand feeding kangaroos, and laughing with a school of clownfish, then this is the vacation for you. Animal lovers unite on this spectacular safari tour of Australia. From Brisbane’s Australia Zoo, “Home of the Crocodile Hunter,” to Alice Spring’s Kangaroo Sanctuary, “Home of the Kangaroo Dundee,” you’ll get to know Down Under’s most captivating creatures and characters. The furry fun continues with a hop over to Melbourne to witness Phillip Island’s famous heart-warming Penguin Parade. Wombats and wallabies welcome you to the island state of Tasmania, as does the infamous Tasmanian devil—in its own unique way. Going below the surface, this in-depth tour of Australia also leads you to the marine life at the Great Barrier Reef, the whales, seals, and dolphins off the Tasman Peninsula, and the city and harbors of sunny Sydney. This 21-day tour is sure to show you the best of Australia and its unique wildlife.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive Brisbane,Australia
Location: Brisbane, Brisbane
Meals Included: Dinner
Your hotel room is available for immediate check-in. A pre-night is not required for early check-in. Please schedule flights to arrive by 4pm in order to attend this evening’s welcome briefing and dinner.
Day 2: Brisbane. Excursion To The Australia Zoo
Location: Australia Zoo
Meals Included: Breakfast
Start your day with an orientation tour of the city. See the mix of historical building and modern high-rises. Afterward, travel to the Australia Zoo, “Home of the Crocodile Hunter” where you’ll see some of Australia’s famous wildlife. You can hand-feed kangaroos, pet a dingo, see the amazing saltwater crocodiles, and more. Before your visit ends, have your photo taken with a koala – the perfect souvenir! Return to Brisbane where the evening is at leisure.
Day 3: Brisbane
Location: Brisbane
Meals Included: Breakfast
A full day to explore more of vibrant Brisbane.
Day 4: Brisbane,Cairns
Location: Brisbane, Cairns
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Depart Brisbane for Cairns, “Gateway to the Great Barrier Reef.” Upon arrival, an orientation tour shows the highlights of the city. Later, visit the Cairns Aquarium. Dinner tonight is at a local restaurant.
Day 5: Cairns. Excursion To The Great Barrier Reef
Location: Great Barrier Reef
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Prepare for the experience of a lifetime when you board a catamaran and cruise to the Outer Great Barrier Reef, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. Explore this underwater world that is a dazzling kaleidoscope beneath the surface. Return to Cairns where your evening is at leisure. Tonight, you may want to visit the Cairns Night Markets, the perfect place to find a favourite souvenir or try some local fare.
Day 6: Cairns
Location: Cairns
Meals Included: Breakfast
Enjoy a full day at leisure to explore more of Cairns.
Day 7: Cairns,Uluru (Ayers Rock)
Location: Cairns, Uluru
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today, fly to the Red Center of Australia and visit Ayers Rock, a UNESCO world Heritage Site, known also by its Aboriginal name, Uluru. Visit the “Sunset Strip” for a drink and to witness the changing shades of the rock.
Day 8: Uluru,Alice Springs
Location: Uluru, Alice Springs
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Today, travel through the heart of the Outback to Alice Springs. At dusk, visit [LF] the Kangaroo Sanctuary.
Day 9: Alice Springs,Adelaide
Location: Alice Springs, Adelaide
Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 10: Adelaide. Excursion To Kangaroo Island
Location: Kangaroo Island
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Early this morning, depart Adelaide and travel by motorcoach and ferry to Kangaroo Island, one of the world’s last unspoiled habitats. Visit Seal Bay Conservation Park and Flinders Chase National Park, a sanctuary for native Australian animals, including kangaroos, wallabies, and koalas. Stop for a walk on Remarkable Rocks, with stunning views of the sea. Next, visit Admirals Arch, a unique rock formation and home to a colony of New Zealand fur seals. Return to Adelaide late this evening.
Day 11: Adelaide,Melbourne
Location: Adelaide, Melbourne
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today, head to the cosmopolitan heart of Australia, Melbourne, home to beautiful gardens, restaurants, cafes and hidden arcades and laneways. The remainder of the day is at leisure.
Day 12: Melbourne. Excursion To Phillip Island
Location: Phillip Island
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
NOTE: Penguins have sensitive eyes and bright, sudden, or unusual light can be frightening or disorientate a penguin. To ensure penguins keep coming back to this special area, cameras, camcorders, or camera phones are not permitted during the penguin parade.
Day 13: Melbourne
Location: Melbourne
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today is at leisure.
Day 14: Melbourne,Launceston,Cradle Mountain National Park
Location: Melbourne, Launceston, Cradle Mountain
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Journey to Tasmania, once known as “Van Diemen’s Land.” Visit an ice creamery where you’ll have a chance to sample one of the 24 local varieties. Later this visit Cradle Mountain National Park, featuring a [LF] presentation by a local expert.
Day 15: Cradle Mountain National Park
Location: Cradle Mountain
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 16: Cradle Mountain National Park,Hobart
Location: Cradle Mountain, Hobart
Meals Included: Breakfast
Travel through the rolling hills and farm fields of Tasmania to the capital city of Hobart. As the second-oldest of Australia’s state capitals, Hobart has a wild convict past and a rich history still evident in its beautifully-restored Georgian buildings and colonial cottages. Upon arrival, enjoy an orientation tour which highlights this charming waterfront city. This evening is at leisure for you to explore on your own.
Day 17: Hobart. Excursion To The Tasman Peninsula
Location: Tasman Peninsula
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 18: Hobart,Sydney
Location: Hobart, Sydney
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today brings you to Sydney, Australia’s largest city and considered to be one of the most beautiful cities in the world. It’s home to first-class restaurants, grand shopping arcades, and top tourist attractions. Sightseeing includes a visit to the famous Sydney Opera House and a visit to the botanic gardens for great photo opportunities and sweeping views of the harbor and Harbour Bridge. Arrive at your centrally located hotel for a 3-night stay.
Day 19: Sydney
Location: Sydney
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today is at leisure to explore all that Sydney has to offer.
Day 20: Sydney
Location: Sydney
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Another day for you to explore Sydney. Tonight, join your Tour Director and companions for a special farewell dinner at a local restaurant. The perfect ending to your Australian Safari.
Day 21: Sydney
Location: Sydney
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your tour ends with breakfast this morning.
Small Group
Select Globus South Pacific vacations are limited to an average of just 20 guests per departure. There’s always room to roam with extra space between you and other travelers—while still getting up close and personal to the experiences you’ve been dreaming of. Small-Group Discoveries include all the features of a traditional Globus escorted tour, complete with expert Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides who ensure that your health and safety is our top priority. A Small-Group Discovery South Pacific vacation is the perfectly sized tour—without the crowds.
UNESCO Sites
Australian Convict Sites|Great Barrier Reef|Sydney Opera House|Tasmanian Wilderness|Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park|Wet Tropics of Queensland
Meals
Breakfast daily, 3 lunches, 7 dinners
Notes
This vacation visits remote regions where some facilities are not up to the first-class standards you expect from Globus. However, we have selected the best available hotels that satisfy our high standards of cleanliness and comfort.
Accommodation
Brisbane:Four Points by Sheraton BrisbaneCairns:Pullman Cairns InternationalUluru:Desert Gardens HotelAlice Springs:Crowne Plaza Alice Springs LassetersAdelaide:Pullman AdelaideMelbourne:Vibe MelbourneCradle Mountain National Park:Cradle Mountain HotelHobart:The Old Woolstore HotelSydney:Amora Hotel Jamison Sydney
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How long has the tour company been trading?
For over 90 years.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Travel documents, including any air tickets, itineraries, and other information, are available approximately two to three weeks prior to departure provided full payment has been received.
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The Globus Lighthouse Project - an illuminating initiative where we can all come together to tread lightly and give generously for the globe's greater good. Globus, along with sister companies Avalon Waterways and Cosmos, invite our travellers and partners to help us in supporting causes that provide for a more sustainable planet and a brighter tomorrow.
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We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of barrhead travel charges.
Up to 98 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
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