Meals

8 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 1 dinner

Others

Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group. Melbourne laneways walk. Brighton bathing boxes visit. Rainforest walk in Great Otway NP. 12 Apostles visit. Loch Ard Gorge Visit. Hike at Grampians NP. Tower Hill State Wildlife Reserve Visit. Explore Cape Schanck lighthouse. Guided Daintree Rainforest walk. Whitsunday Islands boating excursion. Blue Mountains stay with hikes. Scenic Railway. Orientation walk in Sydney. Free time in Cairns, Byron Bay, and Sydney. Internal flights. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.

Guide

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.

Transport

Private vehicle, ferry, boat, plane, walking.

Hygieneprotocol

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Flights

Internal flights included. *** All other flights are not included.

Accommodation

Hotels/motels (20 nts), rainforest cabin (2 nts).

Not included:

Optional

Barossa Valley - Barossa Valley Wine Tour Kangaroo Island - Kangaroo Island Day Trip (283AUD per person) The Twelve Apostles - Helicopter Ride (145AUD per person) Mornington Peninsula - Wine Tour Melbourne - Optional Welcome Meeting for Travellers on Combos Cape Tribulation - Great Barrier Reef Visit (149AUD per person) - Daintree National Park Visit (Free) - Cape Tribulation Horseback Riding (110AUD per person) - Daintree Rainforest Night Walk (45AUD per person) Whitsunday Islands - Whitsunday Islands Snorkelling (Free) Byron Bay - Hinterland and Minyon Falls Tour (139AUD per person) - Byron Bay Ocean Kayaking Cape Byron - Cape Byron Lighthouse Visit (Free) Sydney - Sydney Opera House Visit (37-165AUD per person) - Jet Boat Ride (85AUD per person) - Sydney Harbour Bridge Climb - Sydney Adrenaline Bundle Coogee Beach - Coogee Beach to Bondi Beach Coastal Walk

Insurance

Insurance is not included.

Others

1. Please be aware that wifi and internet access is not as readily available in Australia as in other parts of the world. There are often additional charges to connect to the internet, and speeds may be slower than what you are used to. 2. Over public holidays in Australia and New Zealand (such as Christmas, New Years Day, Easter, and Anzac Day) there may be some limitations of services and disruptions to schedules. In general our tours still operate effectively over public holidays, but there may be closures of optional activities and restaurants, and slight itinerary adjustments in order to provide all tour inclusions. 3. Please note that this tour combines with other G Adventures tours. As such, the staff and some travel companions on your tour may have previously been traveling together with G Adventures, prior to Day 1 of your tour. Likewise, some staff and travel companions may be continuing together on another G Adventures tour, after your trip concludes. 4. COMBO TRIP Please note that this trip is a combination of multiple G Adventures tours. As such, the staff and/or particular vehicles operating your tour may change between tour segments. You may also expect some group members to join or leave the tour, between tour segments. 5. ACCOMMODATION NOTE: Please be aware that properties we stay in with only two stories may not have elevators installed and climbing the stairs with your luggage will be necessary.Cape Tribulation - Great Barrier Reef Visit (209AUD per person) - Daintree National Park Visit (Free) - Daintree Rainforest Night Walk (45AUD per person) Whitsunday Islands - Whitsunday Islands Snorkelling (Free) Byron Bay - Skydiving (409AUD per person) - Byron Bay Ocean Kayaking Cape Byron - Cape Byron Lighthouse Visit (Free) Sydney - Sydney Opera House Visit (43-185AUD per person) - Jet Boat Ride (85AUD per person) Coogee Beach - Coogee Beach to Bondi Beach Coastal Walk

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Day 1 Day 1: Adelaide
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Adelaide

Arrive at any time. Join your CEO for a welcome meeting.
There are no planned activities during the day, so check into the hotel and explore your surroundings.

Included Activities:
- Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
Day 2 Day 2: Adelaide/Halls Gap (1B, 1D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Adelaide/Halls Gap (1B, 1D)

Travel inland to Grampians National Park, known for its sandstone mountain range.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner

Transport:
- Private Vehicle 00:30 - 01:00 Hr(s)
Day 3 Day 3: Halls Gap (1B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Halls Gap (1B)

Trek through the forest, lush with vegetation and wildlife. Visit the culturally significant MacKenzie Falls for a short hike. Walk to the stunning Balconies, then spend the afternoon relaxing with the locals - our resident wild kangaroos and emus.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast

Included Activities:
- MacKenzie Falls Visit
- The Balconies (Jaws of Death) Visit
Day 4 Day 4: Halls Gap/Port Campbell (1B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Halls Gap/Port Campbell (1B)

Travel south to the ancient volcanic crater of Tower Hill, with the opportunity to spot some of Australia’s most iconic wildlife. Afterwards, begin your journey along the Great Ocean Road as far as the township of Port Campbell.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast

Transport:
- Private Vehicle 03:00 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Tower Hill State Wildlife Reserve Visit
Day 5 Day 5: Port Campbell
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Port Campbell

Spend the day exploring the Twelve Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge, and surrounding natural attractions. Opt for a walk along any number of short paths available to immerse yourself in nature. If the luck of weather is on your side, round out the day by watching the light become golden over the Twelve Apostles on the drive to Port Campbell.

Included Activities:
- Great Ocean Road Day excursion
- Loch Ard Gorge Visit
- Twelve Apostles Visit
Day 6 Day 6: Port Campbell/Mornington Peninsula
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Port Campbell/Mornington Peninsula

Spend the day travelling along the Great Ocean Road. Pass world-famous surf beaches, and walk through the rainforest in Great Otway National Park. Travel by ferry across Port Phillip to the Mornington Peninsula.

Transport:
- Private Vehicle 04:30 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Rainforest Walk
Day 7 Day 7: Mornington Peninsula
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Mornington Peninsula

Spend the morning exploring the Mornington Peninsula, including a visit to Cape Schanck. In the afternoon, opt to visit a winery or relax and enjoy yourself at one of the many incredible beaches in the area.
Although fairly small in size, the Mornington Peninsula packs a big punch with the amount of things to do here. Be awed with the stunning coastal scenery while driving through quaint towns and past stunning beaches.

Included Activities:
- Cape Schanck Visit
Day 8 Day 8: Mornington Peninsula/Melbourne
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Mornington Peninsula/Melbourne

Continue on to Melbourne but first make a few stops along the way. Stop to see Brighton’s brightly coloured bathing boxes, miniature beachfront cabins that are unique to the beaches in Port Phillip Bay.

Transport:
- Private Vehicle 01:30 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Bathing Boxes Visit
Day 9 Day 9: Melbourne
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Melbourne

Tour Melbourne’s iconic laneways and learn more about coffee culture, and pick up some great pointers for your free afternoon of exploration.

Included Activities:
- Melbourne Laneways Walk
Day 10 Day 10: Melbourne/Cairns
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: Melbourne/Cairns

Fly to the oceanside city of Cairns, the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef.

Transport:
- Plane 03:30 - 05:00 Hr(s)
Day 11 Day 11: Cairns/Cape Tribulation (1B, 1L)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 11: Cairns/Cape Tribulation (1B, 1L)

Head north to Cape Tribulation. Stop en route to explore Mossman Gorge and take an interpretive walk through the Daintree Rainforest.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch

Transport:
- Private Vehicle 03:30 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Indigenous Peoples Interpretive Walk
Day 12 Day 12: Cape Tribulation (1B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 12: Cape Tribulation (1B)

With a free day, opt for a trip to the Great Barrier Reef or to explore Daintree National Park.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Day 13 Day 13: Cape Tribulation/Cairns (1B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 13: Cape Tribulation/Cairns (1B)

Return to Cairns in the afternoon with free time to explore this laid-back city. En route, stop by Port Douglas and opt to have lunch at a local market.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast

Transport:
- Private Vehicle 03:30 Hr(s)
Day 14 Day 14: Cairns/Airlie Beach (1B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 14: Cairns/Airlie Beach (1B)

Depart early for a full day of travel to reach Airlie Beach, enjoying scenic views along the way.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast

Transport:
- Private Vehicle 09:00 - 10:00 Hr(s)
Day 15 Day 15: Airlie Beach (1L)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 15: Airlie Beach (1L)

Spend the day out on the water boating around the Whitsunday Islands, visiting the Great Barrier Reef. Opt to swim or snorkel, and hike to an island lookout over Whitehaven Beach, known for its stunning white sand. Return to Airlie Beach for the night.

Meals Included:
- Lunch

Included Activities:
- Whitsunday Islands Boating Excursion
- Barrier Reef Visit
Day 16 Day 16: Airlie Beach/Byron Bay
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 16: Airlie Beach/Byron Bay

Fly to Brisbane and transfer to Byron Bay for two nights in this "hippie" paradise.

Transport:
- Plane: Airlie Beach to Brisbane 02:30 Hr(s)
- Private Vehicle 02:00 - 02:30 Hr(s)
Day 17 Day 17: Byron Bay
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 17: Byron Bay

Spend a free morning exploring Byron or opt to prebook a kayaking tour. In the afternoon, you’ll head to the beach for a surf lesson with a trained surf instructor. Enjoy a few hours of instruction before hitting the waves for some practice rides.
Pre-book the "Byron Bay Ocean Kayaking" activity on the checkout page ahead of time to include this optional experience on your tour.

Included Activities:
- Surfing Lesson

Optional Extras to chose from:
- Byron Bay Ocean Kayaking
Day 18 Day 18: Byron Bay/Port Macquarie
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 18: Byron Bay/Port Macquarie

Spend the morning wandering the town checking out the local shops or having one last coffee on the beach before heading to the coastal township of Port Macquarie, featuring all the beauty of the beach set alongside gorgeous national parks. Enjoy an evening in Port Macquarie.

Transport:
- Private Vehicle 05:00 Hr(s)
Day 19 Day 19: Port Macquarie/Blue Mountains (1B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 19: Port Macquarie/Blue Mountains (1B)

Travel from Port Macquarie to the Blue Mountains today. These mountains in Australia are best known for their soaring sandstone ridges. As you drive, pass by charming mountain towns, ancient Aboriginal rock art, lush green valleys, and loads of craggy cliffs. It doesn’t matter if the journey is shrouded in clouds or glowing in the sinking sun, you’ll still spot beauty around every turn.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast

Transport:
- Private Vehicle 06:00 - 07:00 Hr(s)
Day 20 Day 20: Blue Mountains
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 20: Blue Mountains

Travel deeper into the majestic Blue Mountains and experience the natural beauty of this World Heritage Area. Explore the landscape around Leura and Katoomba, view the Three Sisters, take a walk in Jamison Valley, and ride on the Scenic Railway, the steepest railway in the world.

Included Activities:
- Blue Mountains Excursion
- Jamison Valley Walk
- Scenic Railway
Day 21 Day 21: Blue Mountains/Sydney
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 21: Blue Mountains/Sydney

This morning, leave the Blue Mountains behind and continue onward to Sydney. Once you arrive head out for an orientation walk before taking advantage of some free time to keep exploring. Opt to rent a bike, stroll the botanical gardens, or visit the iconic Opera House.

Transport:
- Private Vehicle: Blue Mountains to Sydney 02:00 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Orientation Walk
Day 22 Day 22: Sydney
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 22: Sydney

Get a feel for the city. Relax seaside at Bondi Beach. Enjoy an optional night out with the group.
Day 23 Day 23: Sydney
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 23: Sydney

Depart at any time.

Included Activities:
- Departure Day

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23 days tour

South Australia & The East Coast

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Itinerary of your trip South Australia & The East Coast

Day 1: Adelaide

Day 2: Adelaide/Halls Gap (1B, 1D)

Day 3: Halls Gap (1B)

Day 4: Halls Gap/Port Campbell (1B)

Day 5: Port Campbell

Day 6: Port Campbell/Mornington Peninsula

Day 7: Mornington Peninsula

Day 8: Mornington Peninsula/Melbourne

Day 9: Melbourne

Day 10: Melbourne/Cairns

Day 11: Cairns/Cape Tribulation (1B, 1L)

Day 12: Cape Tribulation (1B)

Day 13: Cape Tribulation/Cairns (1B)

Day 14: Cairns/Airlie Beach (1B)

Day 15: Airlie Beach (1L)

Day 16: Airlie Beach/Byron Bay

Day 17: Byron Bay

Day 18: Byron Bay/Port Macquarie

Day 19: Port Macquarie/Blue Mountains (1B)

Day 20: Blue Mountains

Day 21: Blue Mountains/Sydney

Day 22: Sydney

Day 23: Sydney

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