Inspiring Australia

Inspiring Australia

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Tour Overview

Embark on the "Inspiring Australia" tour, a luxurious journey through the heart of Australia, offering a blend of natural wonders, cultural experiences, and exquisite dining. Begin in Cairns, exploring the Great Barrier Reef and the ancient Daintree Rainforest. Experience the vibrant culture of Kuranda and the mystical beauty of Uluru and Kata Tjuta. Delight in the culinary offerings of Palm Cove and the award-winning Sounds of Silence dinner. Discover Melbourne's vibrant laneways and the Yarra Valley's renowned wineries. In Sydney, enjoy a harbour lunch cruise and a VIP tour of the Opera House. With seamless transfers, five-star accommodations, and a dedicated Travel Concierge, this tour promises an unforgettable Australian adventure. ...more ...less

Highlights

  • Great Barrier Reef: Dive into one of the seven wonders of the natural world and explore the largest coral reef with its incredible aquatic life.

  • Kuranda: Ascend through the rainforest on the SkyRail cable car to the mountain village of Kuranda and explore the vibrant local markets.

  • Daintree Rainforest: Discover the world's oldest tropical rainforest and learn about the indigenous Kuku Yalanji people's connection to the land.

  • Uluru: Experience the magic of Uluru at sunset and enjoy the award-winning Sounds of Silence dinner under the stars.

  • Field of Light: Witness the enchanting Field of Light art installation by Bruce Munro at sunrise over Uluru.

  • Hunter Valley: Enjoy private wine tastings and an exquisite tasting lunch in one of Australia's most famous wine regions.

  • Sydney Harbour: Cruise around the iconic Sydney Harbour, passing landmarks like the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge while enjoying a delicious lunch.

Itinerary

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Day 1: Welcome to Cairns

Location: Cairns

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: The Reef House Palm Cove, Cairns.

Meals Included: Dinner

Meet your Travel Concierge for a Welcome Dinner at the Reef House Restaurant, where you will enjoy a meal made from seasonal ingredients as you overlook the crystal-clear water of the Coral Sea.

Day 2: The Ancient Daintree Rainforest and Indigenous Culture

Location: Daintree National Park

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: The Reef House Palm Cove, Cairns.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Join your Local Expert for a fascinating exploration of UNESCO World Heritage Site Daintree National Park and learn about the relationship the indigenous Kuku Yalanji people have with their land. Enjoy lunch in the quaint Daintree village.

Day 3: Cairns Natural Wonders

Location: Cairns

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: The Reef House Palm Cove, Cairns.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Choose to cruise the crystal-clear waters of the Great Barrier Reef immersed in the kaleidoscope of colours. Or, take in the local culture visiting the vibrant Kuranda village.

Day 4: Into the Outback

Location: Kata Tjuta, Uluru

Accommodation: Resort

Accommodation Name: Sails in the Desert, Ayers Rock Resort, Uluṟu.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Discover the domes of Kata Tjuṯa, and join your Travel Concierge for a guided walk deep through whistling Walpa Gorge. Tonight, delight your senses over sparkling wine, appetisers and a Multi-coloured sunset at Uluru, an icon of Australia.

Day 5: Uluṟu and Kata Tjuṯa

Location: Uluru

Accommodation: Resort

Accommodation Name: Sails in the Desert, Ayers Rock Resort, Uluṟu.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Greet the dawn as renowned Artist Bruce Munro’s Field of Light art installation of coloured glass spheres light up Uluṟu. Embrace the ancient stories of the Anangu people before visiting the Mutitjulu Waterhole and enjoying a three-course The Sounds of Silence Dinner.

Day 6: On to Melbourne

Location: Melbourne

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: InterContinental Melbourne.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

This morning, fly to Melbourne, the cultural and food capital of Australia. Later this evening, enjoy a delicious dinner in a local restaurant.

Day 7: The Yarra Valley

Location: Yarra Valley, Melbourne

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: InterContinental Melbourne.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Venture to the Yarra Valley, famous for its boutique local food and wine and breathtaking scenery. Firstly, visit the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie to take a Masterclass. Visit a local winery to learn about their vintages before enjoying lunch with wines. Lastly, experience a gin tasting before returning to Melbourne for an evening at leisure.

Day 8: Melbourne to Sydney

Location: Melbourne, Sydney

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: The Langham, Sydney.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

This morning take a tour of the city seeing the main sights before a walk through the world-famous laneways with their graffiti and art. You will then have lunch at a restaurant specialising in Indigenous food from the Torres Strait region, Big Esso by Mabu Mabu. Later, you will fly to Sydney where you will have a free evening to explore the vibrant harbour city.

Day 9: Sydney Included Choice & Hunter Valley

Location: Sydney, Hunter Valley

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: voco Kirkton Park Hunter Valley.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Enjoy a Sydney sightseeing tour including seeing the famed Mrs. Macquarie's Chair. Customise your day and join an Aboriginal guide for a 90-minute leisurely walkabout through the Rocks District. Or say ‘cheers’ to your local guide on a historic walking tour of some of Sydney’s oldest pubs.

Day 10: Hunter Valley Wine Region

Location: Hunter Valley

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: voco Kirkton Park Hunter Valley.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Spend the day exploring renowned wineries of the Hunter Valley Wine Region, best known for Semillion and Shiraz. Enjoy private wine tastings at some of the region's top estates and sit down to an exceptional tasting lunch. Visit the cellar doors, a cheese shop and a chocolatier this afternoon before spending the evening at leisure.

Day 11: Sydney Harbour Lunch Cruise

Location: Sydney

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: The Langham, Sydney.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Return to Sydney and board your lunch cruise. Sip wine over lunch and delight in the harbour’s history, passing landmarks like Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge. Near your hotel are some of the country's most celebrated restaurants, and your Travel Concierge can make dinner recommendations to tempt any palette.

Day 12: Sydney at Leisure Relaxed Start

Location: Sydney

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: The Langham, Sydney.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Wake up to a day at leisure in the harbour city of Sydney. You may choose to climb the Sydney Harbour Bridge or take the ferry to Manly Beach. Late afternoon, join a VIP guided tour of the Sydney Opera House before a Celebration Dinner at Peter Gilmore’s Bennelong restaurant.

Day 13: Farewell Sydney

Location: Sydney

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast, bid farewell to your fellow travellers and transfer to the airport for your onward journey.

What's Included

  • Meals

    Meals are included as detailed in the itinerary.

  • Additional Services

    Enjoy seamless baggage handling at every hotel and complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi where available.

  • Airport Transfers at Destination

    Complimentary airport transfers are included on start and end dates, on Days 4, 6, and 8 for your internal-holiday flights, and when additional accommodation has been booked through Luxury Gold.

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What's Not Included

International Travel

International travel is not included in the tour package.

Dining Summary

  • 5 Dinner (D)
  • 12 Breakfast (B)
  • 5 Lunch (L)
  • Additional Included Highlights

  • Enjoy seamless personal assistance throughout your journey. From securing exclusive reservations, to organising transportation, your Travel Concierge ensures every aspect of your travel is tailored to your tastes and preferences.
  • In select destinations, our network of Local Expert Guides will illuminate your journey on a deeper level.
  • Included at all hotels.
  • Hotel taxes, porterage and tips, as well as tips for included dining experiences, are included.
  • Enjoy breakfast every morning, and an array of incredible dining options throughout your journey, infused with discovery and adventure.
  • On days where a Relaxed Start (RS) is indicated, you can select to indulge in breakfast in bed.?
  • Enjoy complimentary hotel Wi-Fi. And, on select coaches, onboard Wi-Fi may also be available.
  • Transfers are included on your journey start and end dates, and where additional accommodation has been booked in advance through Luxury Gold. Transfers to train stations or alternate hotels, in the same start or end city as the itinerary, may be requested.
  • Magnificent Stays

  • Uluru: Situated in the heart of Australia’s Red Center, the five-star Sails in the Desert, Ayers Rock Resort is a beautiful oasis amid the raw beauty of the Outback. It comes with a wellness spa, swimming-pool, gourmet restaurants and an impressive collection of indigenous artworks.
  • Passport Moments

  • Daintree Rainforest: Join your Local Expert for an insightful exploration in the oldest tropical rainforest on earth. Learn about the close relationship the indigenous Kuku Yalanji people have with the land here, which they've been connected to for thousands of years. The experience reduces inequalities for indigenous people & preserves local traditions, protects natural culturally sensitive sites and promotes cultural vibrancy. This experience creates employment opportunities for local Kuku Yalanji people who are proud to share and preserve their land and culture.
  • Kata Tjuta: Join your Travel Concierge for a guided walk through the sacred Walpa Gorge, which is a refuge from the hot desert sun for a variety of flora and fauna. Admire the change in colour on the gorge walls and spot the odd wallaby.
  • Uluru: Arrive at the Ulu?u-Kata Tju?a National Park in the afternoon in time to see the sun slipping behind the majestic rock. See the vibrant colours of the landscape lit up as you sip on sparkling wine.
  • Uluru: Watch the sunrise over Uluru as you are enchanted by the magical 'Field of Light' art installation by artist Bruce Munro.
  • Uluru: Visit the Mutitjulu Waterhole, home to the Anangu’s wanampi, an ancestral water snake.
  • Uluru: Learn about the strong connection shared over millennia between the Anangu and this ancient land on a visit to the Ulu?u-Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre.
  • Melbourne: Indulge in a memorable experience at the family-owned Yarra Valley Chocolaterie in the heart of the picturesque wine-making region. Here, you'll make and taste your own chocolate in an epic masterclass hosted by Ian and Leanne Neeland.
  • Hunter Valley: Marvel at the vastness of untouched landscape on your journey northwards to the Hunter Valley. After miles of pristine natural terrain, the neat rows of vineyards will appear, whetting your appetite for what's to come.
  • Sydney: Step on board a luxurious cruiser and sail around the glistening Sydney harbour while you savour a delicious lunch with a strong focus on local produce and wines.
  • Personalise your day

  • Great Barrier Reef: Dive into one of the seven wonders of the natural world. The Great Barrier Reef is the largest coral reef and one of the most complex ecosystems we have. See incredible aquatic life beneath the surface as you swim.
  • Kuranda: Board your SkyRail cable car to ascend through rainforest to reach the mountain village of Kuranda. Take time to explore the vibrant local markets before returning to Cairns via the Kuranda Scenic Railway.
  • Mode of Transport

    Travel seamlessly with complimentary airport transfers on start and end dates, and for internal flights. Enjoy the convenience of coach and hotel Wi-Fi, and personalized transportation tailored to your preferences throughout the tour.

    Accommodation

    Experience luxury at its finest with stays at The Reef House Palm Cove in Cairns, Sails in the Desert at Ayers Rock Resort, InterContinental Melbourne, and The Langham in Sydney. Enjoy five-star amenities including wellness spas, swimming pools, gourmet restaurants, and indigenous artworks.

    Check out our Q&As

    • What unique experiences are included in the tour?

      The tour includes unique experiences such as exploring the Daintree Rainforest with a Local Expert, witnessing the Field of Light art installation at Uluru, and participating in a chocolate masterclass in the Yarra Valley.

    • What dining experiences can I expect on this tour?

      You can expect exceptional dining experiences such as a meal at an award-winning restaurant in Palm Cove, the Sounds of Silence dinner at Uluru, and a tasting lunch in the Hunter Valley wine region.

    • Are there any cultural activities included in the tour?

      Yes, the tour includes cultural activities such as learning about the indigenous Kuku Yalanji people's relationship with the land in the Daintree Rainforest and exploring the Uluṟu-Kata Tjuṯa Cultural Centre to learn about the Anangu people.

    • What options do I have for personalizing my experience on the tour?

      You can personalize your experience by choosing between activities such as diving into the Great Barrier Reef or visiting the Kuranda village via the SkyRail cable car.

    • What kind of accommodation is provided during the tour?

      The tour provides luxury accommodation at places like The Reef House Palm Cove in Cairns, Sails in the Desert at Ayers Rock Resort, InterContinental Melbourne, and The Langham in Sydney, all offering five-star amenities.

    • Is transportation included in the tour package?

      Yes, transportation is included with complimentary airport transfers on start and end dates, internal flights, and personalized transportation throughout the tour.

    • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

      Absolutely! We are very selective in who we work with and choose to only use hotels that take the health and well-being of our guests as seriously as we do and agree to meet expected guidelines and specifications. We only work with establishments that we are confident will consistently adhere to our standards.

    • Which countries does Luxury Gold visit?

      We offer incredible luxury trips in Europe, North America, South America, Hawaii, South-East Asia, the Indian sub-continent (including India, Nepal, Bhutan and Sri Lanka), Australia and New Zealand.

    • What other modes of transport does Luxury Gold use?

      A Luxury Gold tour will include touring on high-speed trains, alpine cable cars, hydrofoils, river cruisers and horse-drawn carriages, in addition to our high-deck luxury coaches with extra legroom.

    • Who travels with Luxury Gold?

      We are delighted to welcome guests who have a shared love of travel, adventure, entertainment and exploration. A mix of solo travellers, couples, and groups of friends and family join us from all over the English-speaking world.

    • What is the role of the Well-Being Director?

      Working closely together with your Travelling Concierge, the Well-Being Director* will help make sure all necessary protocols are followed to ensure the health and wellbeing of all our guests. This includes our enhanced screening and hygiene protocols, complying with distancing and other requirements set by government authorities. They are also there to support our guests & answer any questions.

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    21-Jun-2023

    The itinerary was fantastic, starting in Banff at the beautiful Fairmont hotel, it set the scene for the next week. As we travelled in the coach surrounded by magnificent snow topped mountains, everyone getting excited when a black bear or elk was spotted! Standing on the glacier with the Columbian Ice Fields above , was magical. Then, on board the Rocky Mountaineer from Kamloops back to Vancouver, was very relaxing. Finishing our trip at the beautiful Douglas hotel was a lovely way to end what was a most memorable trip. Thank you *Personal Information removed by Feefo* and Luxury Gold. Will go home with fantastic memories of a very special part of the world ...more ...less

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    Trip itinerary was all that we expected. We were treated like royalty at every turn. Our consierge *Personal Information removed by Feefo* was the most loving, caring person that I’ve ever seen, she accomodated our many needs flawlessly and conscientiosly, including special care for those amongst us who had trouble managing the difficult walking conditions which we encountered.She was a true professional and made us feel loke family. Her humor and social skills got everyone together as one .I don’t know how much you pay her, but it isn’t enough. ...more ...less

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    The guides were amazing, the hotels very nice, the bus was extremely comfortable. Some of the bus days were rather long. Our concierge guide, *personal info removed by Feefo* was beyond terrific. He anticipated needs, was so kind and very organized. Never a misstep ...more ...less

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    Inspiring Australia

    13 Days Starting in Cairns, Australia and ending in Sydney, Australia

    Visiting: Cairns, Daintree National Park, Kata Tjuta, Uluru, Melbourne, Yarra Valley, Sydney, Hunter Valley ...more ...less

    Tour operator:

    Luxury Gold

    Tour code:

    IJFLYFM25

    Guide Type:

    Fully Guided

    Group size:

    10 - 18

    Physical rating:

    Low

    Age range:

    5-99

    Special diets catered:

    Please advise request

    Tour operated in:

    English

    Trip Styles:

    Luxury

    Activities:

    Sightseeing

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    NB: Prices correct on 24-Apr-2025 but subject to change.

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