Australia, Ayers Rock, Tasmania: 16-Day Panorama Tour

Gather at Hong Kong International Airport and board your flight to Brisbane, Australia.

After arrival, enjoy a city tour of Brisbane: visit Kangaroo Point for views of Story Bridge and the modern cityscape, and stroll through South Bank Parklands, the site of the 1988 World Expo, overlooking the Brisbane River. Then head to the famous Gold Coast, known for its endless beaches and surfers. Check in at Mantra Legends Hotel or similar.

After breakfast at the hotel, experience an exciting crab-catching tour: see how large Australian mud crabs are trapped, try fishing, pumping for yabbies, crab catching, and bird feeding. Enjoy a fresh seafood platter for lunch featuring mud crabs. In the afternoon, visit Point Danger, on the border of New South Wales and Queensland, offering stunning views of the South Pacific Ocean. Then visit a local wildlife park where you can meet kangaroos and koalas up close. Stay at Grand Chancellor or similar.

After breakfast, fly to Cairns in tropical Queensland. Enjoy a special Indigenous-style lunch, then hop on an Army Duck, an amphibious vehicle from WWII, to tour the lush rainforest and discover its secrets. Experience Aboriginal culture: watch traditional dances, see spear throwing and didgeridoo performances, and try your hand at boomerangs. Stay at Pacific Hotel or similar.

After breakfast, board the luxurious Great Adventure catamaran to the Great Barrier Reef, one of the seven natural wonders of the world. Stretching over 2,000 km, it’s the world’s largest and most spectacular coral reef system, home to countless marine creatures and over 350 vibrant coral species. Enjoy snorkeling, or try optional scuba diving or an ocean walk. A fresh seafood buffet is served for lunch. Return to Cairns by catamaran and have dinner before staying overnight at Pacific Hotel or similar.

After breakfast, fly to Ayers Rock. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel. Free time to rest. In the afternoon, head out to see this magnificent rock formation at different times of the day. Sip champagne at sunset and take in the stunning color changes, a breathtaking display of nature’s wonder. Stay at Desert Gardens or similar.

Breakfast at the hotel, then free time to join optional activities like camel riding or a helicopter ride. In the evening, venture into the desert for a stargazing tour, paired with a unique buffet dinner under the stars. An astronomer will guide you through the constellations. Overnight at Desert Gardens or similar.

After breakfast, fly to Melbourne. Upon arrival, enjoy a city tour including Captain Cook’s Cottage, the Parliament House of Victoria, and St Patrick’s Cathedral. Stay at View Melbourne Hotel or similar.

After breakfast, head out along the Great Ocean Road to see the famous Twelve Apostles, one of Australia’s most iconic landmarks. These majestic limestone stacks, formed around 20 million years ago, have stood resilient against wind and waves for millions of years. Take in the scenic coastal views along the way. Return and stay at View Melbourne Hotel or similar.

After breakfast, fly to Hobart, the capital of Tasmania. After lunch, drive up Mount Wellington, the island’s highest peak at 1,270 meters, enjoying diverse plant life along the way. Then visit the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens to see rare and unique plants. Stay at Rydges Hotel or similar.

After breakfast, visit Port Arthur, often called the world’s most beautiful prison. Take a cruise to see this well-preserved historic site and learn about the convicts’ lives more than 200 years ago, all amidst lush greenery and tranquil waters. After a simple lunch, visit Tasman Arch, Devil’s Kitchen, and Blowhole. Stay at Rydges Hotel or similar.

After breakfast, stop by a honey farm en route to Launceston, Tasmania’s second largest city. Lunch along the way. Upon arrival, visit Cataract Gorge, a stunning natural area with a picturesque suspension bridge and beautiful scenery. In the evening, enjoy a guided penguin viewing tour and watch adorable little penguins return to shore up close. Stay at Grand Chancellor Hotel or similar.

After breakfast, head to Mole Creek Karst National Park to visit Marakoopa Cave, an active limestone cave still forming today. Inside, see impressive stalactites and experience the magical sight of glow worms lighting up the cave like a starlit sky. Then visit Cradle Mountain, a World Heritage site and a true ecological gem, and admire the peaceful Dove Lake. Explore Sheffield, the famous mural town, where building walls are decorated with vibrant art. Stay at Grand Chancellor Hotel or similar.

After breakfast, fly to Sydney. Tour the city’s highlights: Oxford Street, Rose Bay, Watsons Bay at South Head, and the famous Bondi Beach with its soft white sand. Later, visit Sydney Tower for panoramic city views and enjoy a buffet dinner there. Stay at Holiday Inn Potts Point or similar.

After breakfast, explore the Sydney Opera House, the symbol of Australia. Built over 14 years from 1959 at a cost of AUD 102 million, it’s an architectural masterpiece. Go inside for an in-depth guided tour of its performance halls and learn about its renowned architect and construction history. Also visit the Royal Botanic Garden, Mrs Macquarie’s Chair, and the Queen Victoria Building. In the evening, enjoy a special lobster and abalone farewell dinner. Stay at Holiday Inn Potts Point or similar.

After breakfast, transfer to the airport at the designated time for your flight back to Hong Kong.