Intrepid Travel
Best of Australia
Best of Australia
Calling all nature lovers – it doesn’t get much more Australian than this 12-day adventure. Start with visits to Sydney’s Opera House and Harbour Bridge before dipping into the World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains for a daytrip through some incredible scenery. Then, venture into the heart of Australia and experience the awe of Uluru, Kings Canyon and many more significant First Nations sites in the Red Centre. Finally, bask in the natural splendour of the Great Barrier Reef and the ancient wonder of Daintree Rainforest – this trip really shows that Australia can do it all.
Activities
- Sydney – The Rocks Aboriginal Dreaming Tour
- Blue Mountains – Wentworth Falls Lookout
- Katoomba – Scenic Skyway
- Katoomba – Scenic Walkway
- Blue Mountains – Three Sisters Walk
- Blue Mountains – Echo Point Lookout
- Katoomba – Scenic Cableway
- Katoomba – Scenic Railway
- Sydney – Harbour to Manly return ferry
- Sydney – Exploration of Manly Beach
- Tjoritja-West MacDonnell Ranges – Simpsons Gap Guided Aboriginal Cultural Walk
- Watarrka National Park – Kings Canyon Creek Walk
- Watarrka National Park – Kings Canyon Light Towers by Night
- Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park – Kata Tjuta Walpa Gorge Walk
- Watarrka National Park – Kings Canyon Rim Walk
- Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park – Uluru Sunset Viewing
- Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park – Kuniya Walk to Mutitjulu Waterhole with local Anangu Guide
- Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park – Uluru Sunrise Viewing
- Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park – Cultural Centre
- Kuranda – Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
- Kuranda – Kuranda Markets
- Kuranda – Kuranda Village Visit
- Port Douglas – Leader-lead Orientation Walk
- Daintree National Park – Solar Whisper Daintree River Wildlife Cruise
- Daintree National Park – Nature Walk
- Daintree National Park – Cape Tribulation Lookout & Beach Walk
- Port Douglas – Full-day Great Barrier Reef tour
- Mossman Gorge – Ngadiku Dreamtime walk
Highlights
- See all the sites of Sydney – a bustling central city along Australia’s East Coast – like the Opera House, Hyde Park plus a tour around the Harbour with a First Nations guide.
- Visit the World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains seeing the gorgeous scenery of Wentworth Falls and the Three Sisters on foot and from above on the skyway.
- Discover the ever-changing colours of Uluru, one of Australia’s most spiritually significant sites, as you marvel at the epic sandstone monolith at both sunrise and sunset.
- Embark on a guided walk through Kata Tjuta (formerly known as The Olgas) and short a hike across the famous Kings Canyon plateau.
- Take a full-day sailing and snorkelling tour of the Great Barrier Reef from Port Douglas, learning about the underwater ecosystem and the fragility of the environment from professional marine biologists.
- By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Intrepid Foundation partner, Greening Australia. Donations help them tackle Australia’s complex environmental challenges, restoring landscapes at scale – in ways that work for communities, economies and nature.
| Day 1 |
Sydney, Australia's iconic harbor city, is a dazzling blend of natural beauty and urban sophistication. At the heart of its allure is the world-renowned Sydney Opera House, an architectural marvel that hosts an array of performances from opera to contemporary music. Its distinctive sail-like design makes it one of the most photographed buildings in the world. A tour of the Opera House offers insights into its fascinating history and architectural innovations. Nearby, the Sydney Harbour Bridge provides a thrilling experience for adventure seekers. Visitors can climb to the top of this steel giant for panoramic views of the city and harbor, a breathtaking way to appreciate Sydney’s spectacular waterfront. For those who prefer a more leisurely experience, a walk across the bridge offers equally stunning vistas. Sydney's beaches are legendary, with Bondi Beach standing out as a must-visit destination. Known for its golden sands and surf culture, Bondi is perfect for a day of sunbathing or taking a dip in the Pacific. The Bondi to Coogee coastal walk offers scenic views of the rugged coastline and is a great way to explore other beautiful beaches along the way. Fun fact: Sydney's Taronga Zoo is unique for its conservation efforts and its stunning location overlooking Sydney Harbour. It's one of the few zoos in the world where you can see animals while enjoying views of the iconic skyline. |
| Day 2 |
Sydney, Australia's iconic harbor city, is a dazzling blend of natural beauty and urban sophistication. At the heart of its allure is the world-renowned Sydney Opera House, an architectural marvel that hosts an array of performances from opera to contemporary music. Its distinctive sail-like design makes it one of the most photographed buildings in the world. A tour of the Opera House offers insights into its fascinating history and architectural innovations. Nearby, the Sydney Harbour Bridge provides a thrilling experience for adventure seekers. Visitors can climb to the top of this steel giant for panoramic views of the city and harbor, a breathtaking way to appreciate Sydney’s spectacular waterfront. For those who prefer a more leisurely experience, a walk across the bridge offers equally stunning vistas. Sydney's beaches are legendary, with Bondi Beach standing out as a must-visit destination. Known for its golden sands and surf culture, Bondi is perfect for a day of sunbathing or taking a dip in the Pacific. The Bondi to Coogee coastal walk offers scenic views of the rugged coastline and is a great way to explore other beautiful beaches along the way. Fun fact: Sydney's Taronga Zoo is unique for its conservation efforts and its stunning location overlooking Sydney Harbour. It's one of the few zoos in the world where you can see animals while enjoying views of the iconic skyline. |
| Day 3 |
Sydney, Australia's iconic harbor city, is a dazzling blend of natural beauty and urban sophistication. At the heart of its allure is the world-renowned Sydney Opera House, an architectural marvel that hosts an array of performances from opera to contemporary music. Its distinctive sail-like design makes it one of the most photographed buildings in the world. A tour of the Opera House offers insights into its fascinating history and architectural innovations. Nearby, the Sydney Harbour Bridge provides a thrilling experience for adventure seekers. Visitors can climb to the top of this steel giant for panoramic views of the city and harbor, a breathtaking way to appreciate Sydney’s spectacular waterfront. For those who prefer a more leisurely experience, a walk across the bridge offers equally stunning vistas. Sydney's beaches are legendary, with Bondi Beach standing out as a must-visit destination. Known for its golden sands and surf culture, Bondi is perfect for a day of sunbathing or taking a dip in the Pacific. The Bondi to Coogee coastal walk offers scenic views of the rugged coastline and is a great way to explore other beautiful beaches along the way. Fun fact: Sydney's Taronga Zoo is unique for its conservation efforts and its stunning location overlooking Sydney Harbour. It's one of the few zoos in the world where you can see animals while enjoying views of the iconic skyline. |
| Day 4 |
Alice Springs is the main focus on the Centre, the red outback country of central Australia. It is the northern Terminus of the Central Australian Railway and a jumping-off point for the exploration of central Australia. |
| Day 5 |
Kings Canyon is located in the Northern Territory of Australia, in the Watarrka National Park. From the top of the canyon, you can view the "Lost City" and the lush "Garden of Eden". |
| Day 6 |
This service village provides a necessary base for exploring Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, and is a comfortable place to stay with a full range of amenities. It lies just outside the national park. |
| Day 7 |
This service village provides a necessary base for exploring Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, and is a comfortable place to stay with a full range of amenities. It lies just outside the national park. |
| Day 8 |
Cairns is the majestic entrance to Australia's Great Barrier Reef. This warm, tropical destination is located in Far North Queensland. Must-see attractions in Cairns include the Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park, which educates tourists about indigenous peoples, and restaurant and bar-dotted Cairns Esplanade, which has a lagoon for swimming. Also, Daintree National Park, northwest of Cairns, has beautiful beaches, rainforests and canyons. |
| Day 9 |
Port Douglas, Australia |
| Day 10 |
Port Douglas, Australia |
| Day 11 |
Port Douglas, Australia |
| Day 12 |
Cairns is the majestic entrance to Australia's Great Barrier Reef. This warm, tropical destination is located in Far North Queensland. Must-see attractions in Cairns include the Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park, which educates tourists about indigenous peoples, and restaurant and bar-dotted Cairns Esplanade, which has a lagoon for swimming. Also, Daintree National Park, northwest of Cairns, has beautiful beaches, rainforests and canyons. |
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