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 colorful creatures and characters. The furry fun continues with a hop over to Melbourne to witness Phillip Island’s famous heartwarming 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.
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We’ve prepared everything you need for the perfect vacation—from transfers to and from your hotel and included intra-vacation flights to expert Local Guides and included VIP sightseeing access to the world’s iconic sites. Your Globus Tour Director is always there to help you make the most out of your free time!
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.
American breakfast daily, 3 lunches, 7 dinners
Day 1
Welcome to Brisbane! Hotel check-in available upon arrival. A pre-night is not required for early check-in. Schedule flights to arrive by 4 pm in time for a welcome meeting and dinner
DinnerDay 2
BRISBANE Orientation tour. Excursion to the Australia Zoo includes a [LF] behind-the-scenes tour of the Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital. Have your photo taken with a koala. Free time this evening
BreakfastDay 3
BRISBANE Free day
BreakfastDay 4
Fly to Cairns, “Gateway to the Great Barrier Reef.”
CAIRNS Orientation tour. Visit to the Cairns Aquarium includes a 3-course dinner
Breakfast
DinnerDay 5
OUTER GREAT BARRIER REEF Scenic catamaran cruise to the Outer Great Barrier Reef (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) includes the option of snorkeling, a glass-bottom-boat tour, an underwater observatory, and watching a fish feeding.
CAIRNS Free time this evening
BreakfastLunchDay 6
CAIRNS Free day
BreakfastDay 7
Fly to Australia’s red center.
ULURU Visit with sunset drink at Uluru (a UNESCO World Heritage Site)
BreakfastDay 8
Scenic drive through the Outback to Alice Springs.
ALICE SPRINGS Private guided tour of [LF] the Kangaroo Sanctuary. (B,D)
ENHANCE YOUR FREE TIME in Uluru with a sunrise camel ride across the rich red sand dunes to view “The Rock.” This and many more options throughout your tour are available with MyGlobus. Get local maps and tips for free time on your GlobusGO mobile app
Breakfast
DinnerDay 9
ALICE SPRINGS Guided sightseeing includes the School of the Air and the Old Telegraph Station. Fly to Adelaide.
ADELAIDE Orientation tour. Free time the remainder of the day
BreakfastDay 10
Travel by motorcoach and ferry to Kangaroo Island.
KANGAROO ISLAND [LF] Sightseeing includes Seal Bay Conservation Park with a Park Ranger plus visits to Kangaroo Island Wildlife Park to see native koalas, wallabies, and wombats. Visit Emu Ridge Eucalyptus Distillery before returning to Adelaide this evening
BreakfastLunchDay 11
Fly to Melbourne.
MELBOURNE Guided sightseeing includes Federation Square, Parliament House, the Shrine of Remembrance, Queen Victoria Market, and beautiful Fitzroy Gardens. Free time the remainder of the day
BreakfastDay 12
MELBOURNE Free time this morning before traveling to Phillip Island.
PHILLIP ISLAND Visit the Koala Conservation Center. Observe the famous [LF] Penguin Parade. Note—Cameras are not permitted during the penguin parade
Breakfast
DinnerDay 13
MELBOURNE Free day
BreakfastDay 14
Fly to Launceston.
LAUNCESTON Stop at an ice creamery for a local treat before driving to Cradle Mountain National Park in the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage area (a UNESCO World Heritage Site).
CRADLE MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK Wildlife presentation by a Local Specialist this evening
Breakfast
DinnerDay 15
CRADLE MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK Guided sightseeing includes visit to Ronny Creek Boardwalk and Dove Lake with an optional trail walk. Free time in the park this afternoon. This evening, a behind-the-scenes visit to [LF] the Devils@Cradle sanctuary to learn about the famous Tasmanian Devil
Breakfast
DinnerDay 16
CRADLE MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK Scenic drive en route to Hobart.
HOBART Orientation tour. Free time this evening
BreakfastDay 17
TASMAN PENINSULA [LF] Scenic cruise includes waterfalls, rock formations, deep-sea caves, and the chance to spot whales, dolphins, and seals. Walking tour with a Local Guide at Port Arthur Historic Site (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) to learn about Australia’s convict past.
HOBART Free time this evening
BreakfastLunchDay 18
Fly to Sydney.
SYDNEY Guided sightseeing includes the financial district, Mrs Macquarie’s Chair, the Botanic Gardens, and the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Walking tour with a Local Guide at the Sydney Opera House (a UNESCO World Heritage Site). Free time this evening
BreakfastDay 19
SYDNEY Free day. (B)
ENHANCE YOUR FREE TIME in Sydney with a guided tour, surfing lesson, and lunch at famous Bondi Beach. This and many more options throughout your tour are available with MyGlobus. Get local maps and tips for free time on your GlobusGO mobile app
BreakfastDay 20
SYDNEY Free day before a farewell dinner at a local restaurant this evening
Breakfast
DinnerDay 21
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning
BreakfastDay 22
ARRIVE BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA
Day 23
BRISBANE. EXCURSION TO THE AUSTRALIA ZOO
Day 24
BRISBANE
Day 25
BRISBANE–CAIRNS
Day 26
CAIRNS. EXCURSION TO THE GREAT BARRIER REEF
Day 27
CAIRNS
Day 28
CAIRNS–ULURU (AYERS ROCK)
Day 29
ULURU–ALICE SPRINGS
Day 30
ALICE SPRINGS–ADELAIDE
Day 31
ADELAIDE. EXCURSION TO KANGAROO ISLAND
Day 32
ADELAIDE–MELBOURNE
Day 33
MELBOURNE. EXCURSION TO PHILLIP ISLAND
Day 34
MELBOURNE
Day 35
MELBOURNE–LAUNCESTON–CRADLE MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK
Day 36
CRADLE MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK
Day 37
CRADLE MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK–HOBART
Day 38
HOBART. EXCURSION TO THE TASMAN PENINSULA
Day 39
HOBART–SYDNEY
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Day 63
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Day 64 ARRIVE BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA.
Welcome to Brisbane! Hotel check-in available upon arrival. A pre-night is not required for early check-in. Schedule flights to arrive by 4 pm in time for a welcome meeting and dinner
DinnerDay 65 BRISBANE. EXCURSION TO THE AUSTRALIA ZOO.
BRISBANE Orientation tour. Excursion to the Australia Zoo includes a [LF] behind-the-scenes tour of the Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital. Have your photo taken with a koala. Free time this evening
BreakfastDay 66 BRISBANE.
BRISBANE Free day
BreakfastDay 67 BRISBANE–CAIRNS.
Fly to Cairns, “Gateway to the Great Barrier Reef.”
CAIRNS Orientation tour. Visit to the Cairns Aquarium includes a 3-course dinner
Breakfast
DinnerDay 68 CAIRNS. EXCURSION TO THE GREAT BARRIER REEF.
OUTER GREAT BARRIER REEF Scenic catamaran cruise to the Outer Great Barrier Reef (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) includes the option of snorkeling, a glass-bottom-boat tour, an underwater observatory, and watching a fish feeding.
CAIRNS Free time this evening
BreakfastLunchDay 69 CAIRNS.
CAIRNS Free day
BreakfastDay 70 CAIRNS–ULURU (AYERS ROCK).
Fly to Australia’s red center.
ULURU Visit with sunset drink at Uluru (a UNESCO World Heritage Site)
BreakfastDay 71 ULURU–ALICE SPRINGS.
Scenic drive through the Outback to Alice Springs.
ALICE SPRINGS Private guided tour of [LF] the Kangaroo Sanctuary. (B,D)
ENHANCE YOUR FREE TIME in Uluru with a sunrise camel ride across the rich red sand dunes to view “The Rock.” This and many more options throughout your tour are available with MyGlobus. Get local maps and tips for free time on your GlobusGO mobile app
Breakfast
DinnerDay 72 ALICE SPRINGS–ADELAIDE.
ALICE SPRINGS Guided sightseeing includes the School of the Air and the Old Telegraph Station. Fly to Adelaide.
ADELAIDE Orientation tour. Free time the remainder of the day
BreakfastDay 73 ADELAIDE. EXCURSION TO KANGAROO ISLAND.
Travel by motorcoach and ferry to Kangaroo Island.
KANGAROO ISLAND [LF] Sightseeing includes Seal Bay Conservation Park with a Park Ranger plus visits to Kangaroo Island Wildlife Park to see native koalas, wallabies, and wombats. Visit Emu Ridge Eucalyptus Distillery before returning to Adelaide this evening
BreakfastLunchDay 74 ADELAIDE–MELBOURNE.
Fly to Melbourne.
MELBOURNE Guided sightseeing includes Federation Square, Parliament House, the Shrine of Remembrance, Queen Victoria Market, and beautiful Fitzroy Gardens. Free time the remainder of the day
BreakfastDay 75 MELBOURNE. EXCURSION TO PHILLIP ISLAND.
MELBOURNE Free time this morning before traveling to Phillip Island.
PHILLIP ISLAND Visit the Koala Conservation Center. Observe the famous [LF] Penguin Parade. Note—Cameras are not permitted during the penguin parade
Breakfast
DinnerDay 76 MELBOURNE.
MELBOURNE Free day
BreakfastDay 77 MELBOURNE–LAUNCESTON–CRADLE MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK.
Fly to Launceston.
LAUNCESTON Stop at an ice creamery for a local treat before driving to Cradle Mountain National Park in the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage area (a UNESCO World Heritage Site).
CRADLE MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK Wildlife presentation by a Local Specialist this evening
Breakfast
DinnerDay 78 CRADLE MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK.
CRADLE MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK Guided sightseeing includes visit to Ronny Creek Boardwalk and Dove Lake with an optional trail walk. Free time in the park this afternoon. This evening, a behind-the-scenes visit to [LF] the Devils@Cradle sanctuary to learn about the famous Tasmanian Devil
Breakfast
DinnerDay 79 CRADLE MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK–HOBART.
CRADLE MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK Scenic drive en route to Hobart.
HOBART Orientation tour. Free time this evening
BreakfastDay 80 HOBART. EXCURSION TO THE TASMAN PENINSULA.
TASMAN PENINSULA [LF] Scenic cruise includes waterfalls, rock formations, deep-sea caves, and the chance to spot whales, dolphins, and seals. Walking tour with a Local Guide at Port Arthur Historic Site (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) to learn about Australia’s convict past.
HOBART Free time this evening
BreakfastLunchDay 81 HOBART–SYDNEY.
Fly to Sydney.
SYDNEY Guided sightseeing includes the financial district, Mrs Macquarie’s Chair, the Botanic Gardens, and the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Walking tour with a Local Guide at the Sydney Opera House (a UNESCO World Heritage Site). Free time this evening
BreakfastDay 82 SYDNEY.
SYDNEY Free day. (B)
ENHANCE YOUR FREE TIME in Sydney with a guided tour, surfing lesson, and lunch at famous Bondi Beach. This and many more options throughout your tour are available with MyGlobus. Get local maps and tips for free time on your GlobusGO mobile app
BreakfastDay 83 SYDNEY.
SYDNEY Free day before a farewell dinner at a local restaurant this evening
Breakfast
DinnerDay 84 SYDNEY.
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
Next Hotel
Superior First-Class
72 Queen Street Brisbane QLD Australia
Ideally located in Brisbane's Central Business District, Next Hotel features and contemporary and chic design with an on-site restaurant, rooftop pool and pool-side bar, fitness center, complimentary Wi-Fi, and city views.
Pullman Cairns International
Superior First-Class
17 Abbott St Cairns QLD Australia
Pullman Cairns International is an upscale hotel exuding the architectural grandeur of the city's rich colonial past. Overlooking Cairns Harbour and the lush mountain hinterland, this 321-room hotel is perfectly positioned in the CBD to take advantage of all the city has to offer. After a great day of sightseeing, dine in Coco's Restaurant, grab a drink at the Lobby Bar, or pamper yourself at Vie Spa. Laundry is available through the hotel for a fee.
Desert Gardens Hotel
First-Class
Yulara Drive Uluru NT Australia
Centrally located to all resort facilities, the hotel offers a range of accommodation, outdoor pool, coin-operated self-service laundry, and the popular Bunya bar. It's only a short stroll to the Resorts' numerous lookouts, where you can view what is arguably Australia's best sunset, with the spectacular play of colors across the face of Uluru and the surrounding desert.
Crowne Plaza Alice Springs
Superior First-Class
93 Barrett Drive Alice Springs NT Australia
The modern Crowne Plaza Alice Springs is located at the foot of the MacDonnell Ranges, in Australia's red center. The hotel features complimentary Wi-Fi, outdoor pool, spa, fitness center, on-site restaurant and bar, and in-room dining.
Pullman Adelaide
Deluxe
16 Hindmarsh Square Adelaide SA Australia
Located in the heart of the Adelaide Central Business District, Pullman Adelaide is ideally situated nearby the city's main shopping precinct Rundle Mall. The hotel features 308 guestrooms, contemporary local cuisine in Salt restaurant, guest laundry, and complimentary Wi-Fi.
Vibe Melbourne
First-Class
Corner of Queen and Flinders Street Melbourne VIC Australia
The Vibe Melbourne is currently under construction. Originally built in 1873 in the Renaissance Revival style, the Cobden Building that once served as offices for the maritime trade and later as the clothing manufacturer and retailer Fletcher Jones will be transformed into a stunning new 24-story glass-fronted hotel and residential tower. The hotel will take in views of the Yarra River and Southbank, all the way to Port Philip Bay. The new hotel, which will preserve its classic heritage, will feature 206 guestrooms, an indoor heated swimming pool and gym, and ground floor lobby and restaurant. Please check back for more information about the hotel's amenities. Updates will be made as information is received.
Peppers Cradle Mountain Hotel
Moderate First-Class
3718 Cradle Mountain Rd Cradle Mountain TAS Australia
Nestled within breathtaking alpine forest in the central highlands of Tasmania, Cradle Mountain Hotel is the perfect gateway to the picturesque World Heritage Area at Cradle Mountain. The hotel features an on-site restaurant and bar, business center, laundry facilities, and complimentary Wi-Fi.
The Old Woolstore Hotel
First-Class
1 Macquarie Street Hobart TAS Australia
The hotel is centrally located within a stone's throw of the city center and just a block away from Hobart's waterfront. The hotel offers a restaurant, lounge, fitness center, and complimentary Wi-Fi in rooms and public areas. Rooms are apartment style with a separate bedroom, sitting room, and kitchen. Amenities include iron/ironing board, mini-refrigerator, hairdryer and bath amenities, air conditioning, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, DVD player, full kitchen, and washing machine and dryer.
Amora Hotel Jamison Sydney
Deluxe
11 Jamison St Sydney NSW Australia
The award-winning luxurious Amora Hotel Jamison Sydney combines space, style and warmth to provide guests ultimate ambience. Their two restaurants and bar offer exceptional wining and dining experiences. A dedicated relaxation zone is available at the Amora Day Spa. Guests can also take advantage of the heated indoor pool, steam room, sauna, Jacuzzi, and gym.