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Independent Great Barrier Reef & Sydney 2028 - 9 Day Package from Cairns to Sydney - Globus Tour
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Independent Great Barrier Reef & Sydney 2028 - 9 Day Package from Cairns to Sydney

9 Days 13 Departures
From $3,019 per person

Departure Dates & Pricing

13 departures available

Departure DateEnd DateStatusGlobus Price Per PersonPavlus Discounted Price
Jan 5, 2028 Jan 15, 2028 Available $3,029per person Get Our Discounted Price
Jan 12, 2028 Jan 22, 2028 Available $3,029per person Get Our Discounted Price
Jan 19, 2028 Jan 29, 2028 Available $3,029per person Get Our Discounted Price
Jan 26, 2028 Feb 5, 2028 Available $3,029per person Get Our Discounted Price
Feb 2, 2028 Feb 12, 2028 Available $3,139per person Get Our Discounted Price
Feb 9, 2028 Feb 19, 2028 Available $3,089per person Get Our Discounted Price
Feb 16, 2028 Feb 26, 2028 Available $3,089per person Get Our Discounted Price
Feb 23, 2028 Mar 4, 2028 Available $3,089per person Get Our Discounted Price
Mar 1, 2028 Mar 11, 2028 Available $3,139per person Get Our Discounted Price
Mar 8, 2028 Mar 18, 2028 Available $3,089per person Get Our Discounted Price
Mar 15, 2028 Mar 25, 2028 Available $3,089per person Get Our Discounted Price
Mar 22, 2028 Apr 1, 2028 Available $3,139per person Get Our Discounted Price
Mar 29, 2028 Apr 8, 2028 Available $3,019per person Get Our Discounted Price

Tour Overview

Pack your swimsuit and sunscreen before heading down under for this dream vacation! Come see the vibrant and diverse marine life that lives within the world-famous Great Barrier Reef and experience Sydney’s iconic sites. On this 9-day Globus Independent vacation in Australia. We’ve arranged hotel accommodations, daily breakfast, and sightseeing to make your vacation as turn-key as can be. Plus, we provide you with a Local Host, someone who knows the cities you’ll visit like the back of their hand, so they can help you get an authentic Australian experience. This Globus Independent tour packs plenty of free time to explore, relax, and discover on your own.

Your vacation begins when you arrive in Cairns. You will have three days to discover the boutiques, art galleries, and many activities that make this town a bucket-list destination. Enjoy the experience of a lifetime when you cruise to the Outer Great Barrier Reef for a day to snorkel, take a semi-submersible watercraft tour, or attend a presentation by a marine biologist. And Cairns isn’t just known for its aquatic life! You can also choose to hike, ride ATVs, or learn about the Aboriginal people who inhabited the nearby Mossman Gorge.

Then, you’ll head south to spend a few days in Sydney. Take a guided sightseeing tour where you will stop to capture the perfect shot at the Opera House and the Harbour Bridge and put your toes in the sand at the beautiful Bondi Beach. You will have two full days at your leisure. Explore independently or choose from a selection of optional activities, including a climb to the top of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, spending the day in nearby Hunter Valley where you will sample Australia’s finest wines, or joining a guided backstage tour of the Opera House.

Treat yourself to a tour that is exclusively yours with free time to enjoy optional adventures that speak to your independent spirit!

Tour Summary

Duration9 Days / 8 Nights
OperatorGlobus
Departures13 in 2028
Starting From$3,019 pp

Tour Route

Map of your 9-day journey

Independent Great Barrier Reef & Sydney 2028 - 9 Day Package from Cairns to Sydney route map

Day-by-Day Itinerary

9 days through your journey

Day 1

Day 1 ARRIVE IN CAIRNS, AUSTRALIA

Welcome to Cairns, “Gateway to the Great Barrier Reef.” Your Globus Local Host will make contact with you to discuss your vacation, answer questions, and give suggestions to make the most of your stay
Day 2

Day 2 CAIRNS

Spend the day as you wish exploring this tropical city.

(B)

INSIDER PICKS
Relax by your resort’s pool or shop for souvenirs at the unique boutiques and galleries. Other activities to consider are fishing, strolling the Esplanade, a memorable sunset sail, or trying some of the downtown area’s many great restaurants and bars
Includes meal(s): Breakfast
Day 3

Day 3 CAIRNS. EXCURSION TO THE OUTER GREAT BARRIER REEF

Prepare for the experience of a lifetime when you board a catamaran for a 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 of coral and sea life. Choose to snorkel, take a semi-submersible watercraft tour, or attend a presentation by a marine biologist. Late this afternoon, return to Cairns.

(B,L)
Includes meal(s): Breakfast, Lunch
Day 4

Day 4 CAIRNS

Another full day at leisure.

(B)

INSIDER PICKS
Enjoy an optional trip into the Daintree Rainforest, the world’s oldest living rainforest, and to beautiful Cape Tribulation. Other possibilities include a ride on the historic Kuranda Scenic Railway, shopping for a special souvenir at the Cairns Night Markets, or relaxing by your resort’s pool
Includes meal(s): Breakfast
Day 5

Day 5 CAIRNS–SYDNEY

Transfer to Cairns International Airport for your flight to Sydney. The remainder of the day is at leisure to start exploring this exciting city.

(B)
Includes meal(s): Breakfast
Day 6

Day 6 SYDNEY

Enjoy a guided sightseeing tour that includes a photo stop at the Opera House and Harbour Bridge, and a visit to stunning Bondi Beach, one of Sydney’s most beautiful beaches. The remainder of the day is free to explore this vibrant city. Your Local Host will have suggestions for additional sightseeing, dining, and shopping.

(B)
Includes meal(s): Breakfast
Day 7

Day 7 SYDNEY

Today is at leisure. You can explore on your own or choose from a selection of optional activities.

(B)

INSIDER PICKS
You may wish to climb to the top of Sydney Harbour Bridge for unrivaled views; spend the day in Hunter Valley, sampling some of Australia’s best wines; or join a guided backstage tour of the Sydney Opera House
Includes meal(s): Breakfast
Day 8

Day 8 SYDNEY

Another full day to spend your free time as you wish in this beautiful city.

(B)

INSIDER PICKS
You may want to enjoy a cruise on Sydney Harbour and admire stunning views of the city from the water; visit Taronga Zoo to see some of Australia’s native animals, such as koalas, kangaroos, and platypuses; shop for souvenirs; or relax on nearby Manly Beach
Includes meal(s): Breakfast
Day 9

Day 9 <SPAN CLASS=location>SYDNEY

Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. You may also choose to extend your time in Sydney and explore more on your own. Extra nights are available for purchase. (B)

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