There’s little that’s not included in The Wonders of Australia Tour. This all-encompassing tour of Australia ensures you experience all of its highlights and hidden gems under the expert local guidance of your Tour Manager. On your tour to Australia, you can look forward to an overnight journey on board the legendary Ghan Railway; visiting the cosmopolitan cities of Sydney and Melbourne; witnessing the sun set and rise over the natural wonder that is Uluru (Ayers Rock), and a day exploring the mysterious Outer Barrier Reef during your time in Cairns.
SPECIAL OFFER: To celebrate the launch of our new 2020/ 2021 season, any guests booking the Wonders of Australia tour (departing from October 2020) by 30 June 2020, will be entitled to a two-night homebound stopover, for an incredible price from only £99pp. See the ‘Offers’ tab for more details.
There are so many wonders of Australia just waiting for you to discover. And that’s what our Wonders of Australia Tour is all about – exposing you to them all. From the stunning sights of The Great Barrier Reef to the mysterious landscapes of the Outback.
22-day Wonders of Australia, from only £4,995pp
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Day 1: Depart UK
Day 2: Singapore, 3 nights
Day 3: Singapore
Day 4: Singapore Freedom Day
Day 5: Melbourne, 3 nights
Day 6: Melbourne
Day 7: Melbourne Freedom Day
Day 8: Cairns, 4 nights
Day 9: Great Barrier Reef
Day 10: Cairns Freedom Day
Day 11: Cairns Freedom Day
Day 12: Uluru (Ayers Rock), Overnight
Day 13: Alice Springs, 2 nights
Day 14: Alice Springs Freedom Day
Day 15: The Ghan, Overnight
Day 16: Adelaide, 2 nights
Day 17: Adelaide Freedom Day
Day 18: Sydney, 3 nights
Day 19: Sydney
Day 20: Sydney Freedom Day
Day 21: Depart Sydney
Day 22: Arrive UK
Day 1: Depart UK
Depart from the UK airport most convenient for you with Qantas/Emirates, at no extra cost. Choose from London Heathrow, Manchester, Birmingham, Newcastle or Glasgow.
In-flight meals and drinks included
Day 2: Singapore, 3 nights
Flights from London Heathrow may travel direct to Singapore. All UK regional flights will travel via Dubai. Arrive into the wonderful city of Singapore and transfer to the four-star Copthorne Kings Hotel, situated in an enviable position close to the banks of the Singapore River.
In-flight meals and drinks included
Alternative stopover: Dubai
We have based days 2-5 of this itinerary on a stopover in Singapore. If you prefer, you may choose to stop in Dubai for the same price. Your stopover includes transfers, accommodation, daily breakfast and a city sightseeing tour. Flight timings will vary. Please speak with one of our personal travel experts for more details.
Day 3: Singapore
Known as ‘the crossroads of Asia’, Singapore is a city where east meets west; a cosmopolitan melting pot with an inspirational identity. This morning enjoy a tour of this wonderful city. Included is a stop at Merlion Park and the impressive views of Marina Bay. We continue to the historic Civic District, Thian Hock Keng Temple and the fabulous orchid gardens set within Singapore’s botanical gardens. Return to the hotel where the rest of our day is free to spend as we please.
Breakfast included
Day 4: Singapore Freedom Day
A Freedom Day in Singapore to further explore the city. Possibly visit historic Raffles for high tea or to savour a Singapore Sling. Discover the wonderful Gardens by the Bay, visit Singapore Zoo or maybe indulge in some of the amazing shopping opportunities that can be found around the city.
Breakfast included
Day 5: Melbourne, 3 nights
After breakfast, we transfer to the airport for our ?ight to Melbourne. With a late arrival into Melbourne, we transfer directly to our hotel, the four-star Clarion Suites Gateway for departures after September 2020, or the Savoy Hotel on Little Collins for earlier departures.
Breakfast, In-flight meals and drinks included
Day 6: Melbourne
A leisurely start this morning before our city tour of Melbourne. Sights include Captain Cook’s Cottage, Victoria Markets, Federation Square, the MCG and Rod Laver Arena. We also head out of the city to see the waterside suburbs of St. Kilda and Port Melbourne, returning to our hotel later in the day.
Breakfast included
Day 7: Melbourne Freedom Day
Today we can choose to relax or explore as we please. Our Distant Journeys Tour Manager will be on hand to help with advice on things to do, where to eat, make any arrangements and book excursions for you to further explore the area. For example, we have the opportunity to take a trip to Phillip Island, home to the world’s largest colony of fairy penguins, to view the ‘Penguin Parade’. Alternatively, take the Pu?ng Billy steam train through the Blue Dandenong Ranges, explore the city’s most famous sporting landmarks or tour along one of the world’s most spectacular coastal drives, the internationally renowned Great Ocean Road.
Breakfast included
Day 8: Cairns, 4 nights
Late in the morning, we make our way to the airport for our ?ight to Cairns. Upon arrival, we shall transfer to Hilton Hotel (for departures from September 2020) or the DoubleTree by Hilton, for departures prior to September 2020, both of which are ideally located in the heart of Cairns. Our hotel will be our home for the next four nights.
Breakfast included
Day 9: Great Barrier Reef
A holiday to Australia would not be complete without a visit to the Great Barrier Reef. Its vibrantly coloured marine life and breathtakingly beautiful coral make this World Heritage site a must-see for all visitors. During our full-day Great Barrier Reef excursion, we board our high-speed catamaran and journey out to the Marine World platform located on the Outer Reef. Snorkel in the sheltered coral lagoon, or if you prefer to stay dry, view the reef from the semi-submersible reef viewer, glass-bottomed boat, or the underwater observatory. With ?ve hours at the reef there is plenty of time to do it all. For the more adventurous, there are a number of activities available at an additional cost, including scuba diving (no experience necessary), joining the marine biologist on a guided snorkel safari, or soaring above the reef on a spectacular scenic helicopter flight.
Breakfast and lunch included
Day 10: Cairns Freedom Day
Although today has been left free you may wish to take an optional trip to Kuranda. Our tour begins with traditional Tjapukai aboriginal culture including authentic music, dance and storytelling by the Tjapukai people. We ascend to Kuranda by the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, a beautiful experience gliding over the rainforest canopy. ‘The village in the rainforest’ Kuranda awaits. It’s a lovely place to while away a few hours visiting the markets, butter?y sanctuary or the Koala Gardens. Travel back to Cairns along one of the most unique rail journeys in Australia, the Kuranda Scenic Railway. See how the track clings to the rockface along a narrow coastal strip. During our journey we encounter no fewer than 40 bridges and 15 tunnels as we make our way back to Cairns.
Breakfast included
Day 11: Cairns Freedom Day
Another Freedom Day to enjoy in tropical northern Queensland. Surrounded by rainforest and mountains, Cairns boasts over 200 walking tracks; there are also numerous interesting museums and art galleries to explore, as well as the option to take a hot air balloon ride over the Atherton Tablelands. If you prefer to venture further a?eld, a day trip to the nearby World Heritage-listed Daintree Rainforest, the oldest rainforest in the world, is a fascinating experience. The tour gives a wonderful insight into the rainforest’s unique ?ora and fauna, including a walk with an aboriginal guide and a cruise spotting saltwater crocodiles.
Breakfast included
Day 12: Uluru (Ayers Rock), Overnight
Leaving Cairns on an early ?ight, we head to Uluru, the icon of Australia’s outback, and the world’s largest monolith. Rising from the ?at surrounding scrubland, Uluru is a site of deep cultural signi?cance to the aboriginal communities of the Northern Territory. Relax and enjoy a glass of sparkling wine whilst witnessing the changing colours as the sun begins to set. It’s truly a photographer’s delight. Overnight at the four-star Desert Gardens Hotel.
Breakfast included
Day 13: Alice Springs, 2 nights
This morning there’s an opportunity to see the sunrise over Uluru for those of us who wish to do so. A little later, we take a tour of the impressive series of rounded sandstone domes known as the Olgas. This afternoon we travel east through amazing outback landscapes as we journey along the scenic Lasseter and Stuart Highways and make our way to the outback town of Alice Springs. Our home for the next two nights is the four-star DoubleTree by Hilton. for guests departing before September 2020 or the Crowne Plaza Lasseters Hotel, for those departing after this date.
Breakfast included
Uluru to Alice Springs: 5hrs 30min
Day 14: Alice Springs Freedom Day
Our day is free to relax or explore the outback. You may wish to take a trip to the Western MacDonnell Ranges; an excellent opportunity to get a real picture of life in the outback. The full day excursion takes us through the wondrous and picturesque scenery of Simpson’s Gap and the towering granite walls of Standley Chasm.
Breakfast included
Day 15: The Ghan, Overnight
This morning, we board our coach and enjoy a sightseeing tour of Alice Springs. Visits include the Royal Flying Doctor Service, the School of the Air, and the Old Telegraph Station, now a museum and the site of the old springs from which Alice gets its name.
Then it’s time to make our way to Alice Springs Rail Terminal ready for our magni?cent overland rail journey to Adelaide, on Australia’s southern coastline. Known for being one of the world’s iconic rail journeys, The Ghan was named after the Afghan cameleers who once traversed this route. Our twin accommodation is in Gold Service cabins, featuring air-conditioned, private sleepers, all with upper and lower bunk beds, en-suite shower, washbasin and toilet. Single travellers will be accommodated in Gold Service single cabins, which are con?gured as a lounge chair by day, converting into a bed at night, with shared bathroom facilities at the end of each carriage. Whilst onboard, all our meals are included, as are a wide selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. During lunch, marvel at the everchanging landscape as we journey south. Later enjoy an o?-train experience as The Ghan makes a short stop in Manguri. This evening following dinner, sleep to the rhythm of the rails.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner PLUS selected onboard drinks included
Day 16: Adelaide, 2 nights
In 25 hours aboard The Ghan we will have covered 1,555 kilometres and passed golden wheat ?elds, vast sheep stations, rugged mountain ranges, salt lakes and the ?erce Simpson Desert. Following breakfast this morning, we arrive into Adelaide. Surrounded by grassy parkland, picturesque hills and the Mount Lofty Range, Adelaide could scarcely present a more captivating aspect. We shall take a sightseeing tour and be introduced to Adelaide’s streets, ?ne Victorian buildings and attractive parks and gardens that surround the city. Later, we arrive at the excellent Stamford Plaza for our next two nights.
Breakfast included
Day 17: Adelaide Freedom Day
A Freedom Day to spend as you please. Take a look around Adelaide on foot or perhaps take an optional tour to the famous wine-growing region of the Barossa Valley. Alternatively visit Kangaroo Island, situated o? the Fleurieu Peninsula, which o?ers a unique touring experience combining friendly, native wildlife with the natural, unspoilt wilderness.
Breakfast included
Day 18: Sydney, 3 nights
This morning we make our way to Adelaide Airport in time for our ?ight to Sydney. Upon arrival, we head to the four-star Novotel Darling Square Hotel, or the View Hotel Sydney. Sydney is a city that takes full advantage of its natural setting – its sparkling harbour is host to the world-famous Sydney Harbour Bridge and the spectacular Sydney Opera House. Sydney’s suburbs are blessed with lush native bushland and pristine sandy beaches. Add to this the excellent restaurants and cafés, endless shopping opportunities and a vibrant culture and it’s very easy to understand why Sydney is one of the world’s favourite cities.
Breakfast and In-flight drinks included
Day 19: Sydney
This morning’s sightseeing tour begins with a drive through some of Sydney’s most fashionable inner-city suburbs en route to Bondi Beach. Travel by Double Bay and Rushcutters Bay as we make our way back to the city centre. We journey via Hyde Park and Parliament House to Mrs Macquarie’s Chair in the Royal Botanical Gardens, where we stop for the classic photo opportunity of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge. We complete our tour in the best possible way – enjoying a luncheon cruise around Sydney’s beautiful harbour. The views of the Opera House, the Harbour Bridge and the many dream homes nestled along the edge of the water are truly amazing. The afternoon has been left free to spend as we please.
Breakfast and lunch included
Day 20: Sydney Freedom Day
Today has been left free, but for those that so desire, we shall be taking an optional trip to the World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains. The Blue Mountains are a perfect example of native Australian bushland, with gum trees, majestic peaks and deep gorges stretching as far as the eye can see. Experience the panoramas from a series of lookouts, including Echo Point – the prime position to view the Three Sisters rock formation. The excursion also visits Wentworth Falls and the pretty village of Leura, famous for their annual garden festivals and playing host to many of the region’s local artists.
Breakfast included
Day 21: Depart Sydney
The day is yours until it’s time to depart for the airport. Our flights to our chosen UK airport operate via Dubai where there will be a change of aircraft.
Breakfast, In-flight meals and drinks included
SPECIAL OFFER: If you would like to experience an exciting new destination on your homebound journey from Australia, our Special Offer gives early bookers the opportunity to do this at an incredible price. Any customers booking a Wonders of Australia tour in our new 2020/2021 season (departing from October 2020) will enjoy a two-night homebound stopover for only £99pp (£198 for single occupancy). The homebound stopover options from £99pp are Singapore, Bangkok, Hong Kong or Dubai includes return airport transfers, two nights accommodation in a four-star hotel and a full daily breakfast. To enjoy this special offer, all you need to do is book your holiday by 29 June 2020.
Day 22: Arrive UK
This morning we arrive at our chosen airport; London Heathrow, Manchester, Birmingham, Newcastle or Glasgow, bringing to an end our incredible adventure.
In-flight meals and drinks included
Why not combine the Wonders of Australia with one of our New Zealand tours?
If you wish to make the ultimate journey to Australasia, combining the Wonders of Australia tour and either the Magnificent New Zealand or Very Best of New Zealand tour makes perfect sense.
At Distant Journeys, we offer a great range of tours of Australia all of which include so much in the price. And our Wonders of Australia holiday is no exception. Your scheduled international flights, overseas transfers, expertly chosen hotels, daily breakfast, experienced local tour managers and knowledgeable guides, an overnight rail journey on The Ghan and many amazing excursions are all included.
SPECIAL OFFER: What’s more, if you book any tour departing from October 2020 by the 30 June 2020, you can enjoy a two-night homebound stopover in Dubai, Hong Kong, Singapore or Bangkok for the fantastic price of only £99 per person including transfers and accommodation in a four-star hotel with daily breakfast. The price for single occupancy on the special offer homebound stopover if £198. Alternatively, you may choose to spend three nights on the tropical island of Bali for the special launch offer price of only £249 per person (£448 for single occupancy).
Wonders of Australia departures
Departure date
Price (pp)
Availability
Offer
2020
31 July*
£5,495
ONLY 1 ROOM LEFT
Call for details
22 October
SOLD OUT
SOLD OUT
SOLD OUT
05 November
£5,295
ONLY 5 ROOMS LEFT
£99pp stopover, or Bali for £249
12 December^
£6,295
NEW DATE
£99pp stopover, or Bali for £249
2021
29 January*
£5,295
NEW DATE
£99pp stopover, or Bali for £249
11 February
£5,295
HALF FULL
£99pp stopover, or Bali for £249
12 March*
£5,295
ONLY 8 ROOMS LEFT
£99pp stopover, or Bali for £249
09 April*
£4,995
HALF FULL
£99pp stopover, or Bali for £249
*These dates operate a variation of the tour as shown and may use alternative hotels of the same standard. Please call for details.
^Christmas departure: An altered 24-day itinerary included Christmas dinner and drinks in tropical Cairns and New Year’s Eve dinner, drinks and live music overlooking the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Please click here to view the full amended itinerary.
Prices: Prices are per person based on two people sharing a twin or double room.
Single supplement for tours: £1,195 for departures prior to September 2020 (£1,795 for the 11th December 2019 tour) and £1,275 for departures from September 2020 (£1,795 for the 12th December 2020 tour).
When travelling overnight on The Ghan, passengers booked in a room for single use will be accommodated in single sleeper cabins with washbasin. Showers and toilets are available at the end of each compartment.
Deposit: £1,000 per person if travelling in economy class, £1,950 per person if travelling in premium economy, and £3,750 per person for business class.
Visa: To enter Australia, you need an ETA (electronic travel authority).We will obtain this on your behalf and the £25 per person processing fee will be added to your confirmation invoice.
Terms and conditions: Holiday prices are subject to the availability of flights in the lowest fare booking class and may change, however, the correct price will always be confirmed before you book. For full terms and conditions see our terms and conditions page.
So much included
Flights with leading scheduled airlines
Return economy class flights
Fly with Qantas / Emirates from London Heathrow, Manchester, Birmingham, Newcastle or Glasgow
All domestic flights within Australia
All airport charges, security charges and any applicable fuel surcharges
UK Air Passenger Duty
Choice of outbound stopover
Three night outbound stopover; choose from Singapore or Dubai
Carefully selected hotels
Deluxe hotels in great locations
Overnight train journey onboard the legendary Ghan
All hotel porterage
Applicable hotel taxes
Many meals
Daily breakfast, worth £349 per person
Buffet lunch on the Great Barrier Reef
Lunch cruise around Sydney Harbour
All-inclusive on The Ghan
All meals
Selected alcoholic and soft drinks
Unforgettable experiences
Sightseeing tours in Singapore (or Dubai), Melbourne, Alice Springs, Adelaide and Sydney
Full day on the Great Barrier Reef
Experience Uluru (Ayers Rock) at sunset and sunrise
Lunch cruise around Sydney Harbour
On the ground
Services of an experienced local Tour Manager
All overseas transfers
Modern, air-conditioned coaches throughout
100% confidence
Your holiday is covered by our Price Promise
Your holiday is fully ATOL protected
Hand-picked hotels
Here at Distant Journeys, we take great pride in choosing the hotels and accommodation you’ll be staying in during your Australia group tour. Our Directors personally take charge of finding the hotels that have a great location and are high quality too – the two most important considerations on any touring holiday to Australia. These are the four-star hotels we’ve chosen for you…
Standing proud on the historic and picturesque Singapore River, Copthorne King's Hotel Singapore is close to a dazzling array of shopping, dining and entertainment venues. Its central location means Orchard Road, Chinatown and Central Business District are all just a… Find out more >
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Melbourne, Mercure Treasury Gardens Hotel
Overlooking Treasury Gardens in the centre of Melbourne, the Mercure Melbourne Treasury Gardens is only 400 metres from Parliament House, 600 metres from Federation Square, and a 15-minute walk to the MCG. Each room in the Mercure Melbourne Treasury Gardens… Find out more >
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The Savoy Hotel on Little Collins, Melbourne
Vibrant, culturally diverse, and excitingly enchanting, Melbourne is a fascinating city to explore and the Savoy Hotel on Little Collins, Melbourne is the perfect base from which to discover it all. Situated in Carlton North and surrounded by Royal Park… Find out more >
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Clarion Suites Gateway, Melbourne
Your room at Clarion Suites Getaway is perfectly positioned for your time exploring Melbourne. Whether you want to experience the hustle and bustle of the city, or enjoy a relaxing stroll along the banks of the Yarra River, you’re just… Find out more >
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Hilton Cairns
After a day of exploring Cairns and its many nearby attractions, the Hilton Cairns is the perfect place to relax and enjoy your evening. Set in a wonderful waterfront location, the Cairns Hilton Hotel is located just a short walk… Find out more >
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DoubleTree by Hilton, Cairns
Centred around a unique rainforest atrium, the charming DoubleTree by Hilton Cairns offers the most incredible views. Set within tropical gardens, the oceanfront hotel is just a short walk away from the city centre and entertainment districts. In your free time,… Find out more >
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Desert Gardens Hotel, Ayers Rock
Welcome to the Desert Gardens Hotel – a magnificent sanctuary surrounded by towering ghost gums and flowering native shrubs among the red dunes. During your time at the Desert Garden Ayers Rock Resort, relax in the comfort of your own… Find out more >
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Crowne Plaza Lasseters Hotel, Alice Springs
In picture-perfect surroundings beneath the stunning MacDonnell Ranges, Crowne Plaza Lasseters Hotel lazes along the banks of the Todd River and backs onto the Alice Springs Golf Course. Throughout each of the rooms at the Crowne Plaza Lasseters Hotel, you’ll… Find out more >
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DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, Alice Springs
Situated between the Todd River and Alice Springs Golf Club, the DoubleTree by Hilton is a luxury resort awarded for its environmentally friendly innovations, offering stunning views of the MacDonnell Mountain Ranges. The hotel is conveniently located within walking distance… Find out more >
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The Ghan
Regarded as one of the world’s greatest rail journeys, The Ghan delivers so much more than an extended train ride. Prepare to journey deep into the heart of Australia on the legendary Ghan, accessing parts of Australia no other holiday… Find out more >
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Stamford Plaza, Adelaide
Perfectly positioned in the heart of the city’s North Terrace, the Stamford Plaza Adelaide puts all of the area’s top attractions right on your doorstep. So many of Adelaide’s best places to visit are just minutes’ away, including Adelaide Festival… Find out more >
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View Hotel Sydney
When it comes to staying in the heat of the action, with views of some of the country’s most famous landmarks, the View Hotel Sydney is the place to stay in Sydney – the views of the harbour make its… Find out more >
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Novotel Sydney Darling Square Hotel, Darling Harbour
In the heart of Darling Harbour, sits your hotel, Sydney Novotel Darling Square. Here, you’re just walking distance from the Darling Quarter, central business district and Chinatown. During your stay you can take a leisurely sunset cruise on the harbour,… Find out more >
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Freedom Days
Throughout your Australia tour holiday, we want you to enjoy a good mix of visits to must-see landmarks and time to experience your destinations in a way that suits you. For example, you might like to try an adventurous activity like climbing Sydney Harbour Bridge or a hot air balloon ride over Alice Springs, or if you prefer, a more relaxing experience like sampling exquisite wines in The Barossa Valley. Thanks to our Freedom Days, you’ll have the chance to choose an experience to enjoy depending on what interests you most.
The majority of the optional excursions will be booked locally with your Tour Manager, but there are some that must be pre-booked before you depart the UK due to limited space and we suggest these are pre- booked at least 3 months prior to departure.
Please note, any excursions requested within 30 days of departure will be subject to a 5% surcharge.
Optional excursions for stopover destinations
If you’ve taken advantage of one of our two night stopovers on your journey home from Australia you may want to make the most of your short stay in these exciting destinations by taking an optional excursion or two.
After all, who could visit Singapore without a trip to the world-famous and historic Raffles Hotel for afternoon tea or a Singapore Sling? Or if you’re in Bangkok, the Grand Palace with its beautiful Temple of the Emerald Buddha is a must-see. And if Dubai is where you’ll spend the last two nights of your holiday, why not enjoy one of them feasting Bedouin-style on a Desert Safari?
Click on any of the descriptions below to find out more about any of the optional excursions in Dubai, Singapore, Hong Kong and Bangkok.
Explore Victoria’s enormous food and wine scene with this wonderful Melbourne food and wine tour. From Melbourne, you’ll to travel around and taste your way around the nearby Bellarine and...
Melbourne – Around the Bay Sightseeing and Bay Cruise
Escape from the city for a day and discover the beauty of Melbourne Bay, also known as Port Phillip Bay, with a guided Melbourne Bay tour, taking in the stunning...
Our evening tour from Melbourne will take you directly to Phillip Island to witness the evening ritual of the Penguin Parade. During your journey to Phillip Island, take in the panoramic...
Puffing Billy Steam Train Morning Tour with Morning Tea
This morning tour begins with the lush rain forest of the Dandenong Ranges National Park, before we make our way in to Sherbrooke Forest with its tall eucalyptus and chatting kooaburras....
Enjoy a truly remarkable experience of a sunrise hot air balloon flight over Melbourne - a world-class experience. Your day will begin with an early start, as your ballooning adventure...
Melbourne – Puffing Billy with Yarra Valley Wineries
The Puffing Billy Yarra Valley Tour is a tour for those with an appreciation for food, wine and a little history. The Puffing Billy Steam Train is an icon in...
Phillip Island is a treasure trove of Australian wildlife; seals, koalas, kangaroos, wallabies, birdlife and penguins! Visit Churchill Island where you can explore this working farm or simply enjoy ocean...
A Great Ocean Road Day Trip introduces one of the world’s most stunning coastlines, offering ocean vistas, crashing surf, dramatic coastal cliffs and endless long sandy beaches. Your Great Ocean...
Enjoy an evening of calm water cruising, taking in the sights and sounds of Cairns by night. The evening includes a welcome drink, entertainment and a delicious buffet featuring some...
Immerse yourself in Tropical Far North Queensland with the Wooroonooran Rainforest Tour. Enjoy a visit to Eubenangee Wetlands and the Josephine Waterfalls. The tour includes lunch in Innisfail, a cruise...
Cairns, Flames of the Forest Aboriginal Cultural Experience
Learn about Australia's indigenous Aboriginal people in the timeless and spiritual setting of the world's oldest living rainforest. On Tuesday and Thursday evenings, connect with two local indigenous brothers whilst...
Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures is the best place to see crocodiles and local wildlife in Queensland and is situated just 40 minutes’ drive north of Cairns. Your excursion price includes return transport...
Port Douglas’ Flames of the Forest is an exclusive, intimate and romantic experience. The Rainforest Restaurant in Port Douglas will transport you into a world beyond your imagination. Completely surrounded...
You begin the day with a visit to the Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park, to meet your indigenous guide who will show you through the park, including bush food demonstrations, didgeridoo demonstrations,...
Enjoy a day exploring the rainforest and amazing landscapes of the Cape Tribulation wilderness area. In the morning visit the Mossman Gorge Gateway Centre and enjoy an indigenous presentation by...
Hot air ballooning in Cairns, Australia, is a popular and exhilarating experience. The Atherton Tablelands, also known as the Cairns Highlands, is a much-admired destination for visitors from all around...
Great Barrier Reef – Optional activities during included full day tour
Included in our Australian itineraries is a full day excursion to the Great Barrier Reef. You’ll be amazed by its magical marine life and colourful coral from the moment you...
Field of Light art installation, and global phenomenon, by internationally acclaimed artist Bruce Munro, is coming to Australia for the first time. As part of Ayers Rock Resort’s commitment to...
Field of Light art installation, and global phenomenon, by internationally acclaimed artist Bruce Munro, is coming to Australia for the first time. As part of Ayers Rock Resort’s commitment to...
Field of Light art installation, and global phenomenon, by internationally acclaimed artist Bruce Munro, is coming to Australia for the first time. As part of Ayers Rock Resort’s commitment to...
Entered into the Australian Tourism Hall of Fame, Sounds of Silence offers the best of the Red Centre distilled into four magical hours. An evening of dining under the sparkling...
One of the best ways to experience Uluru and the sprawling domes of Kata Tjuta is on an Ayers Rock Helicopter tour. Your aerial view will take in Uluru and...
Enjoy a bird’s eye view of Uluru and Kata Tjuta, out to Lake Amadeus, Kings Canyon and Gosses’ Bluff on an Ayers Rock scenic flight. During this exhilarating experience, you...
Perfect for those who wish to visit Desert Park without taking the full day Western MacDonnell tour, this morning excursion includes return transfers from your hotel plus admission to Alice...
The dazzling and unique sunsets that pass over Australia’s Red Centre each day are not to be missed during any visit to Australia, and during your time in Australia, you...
Alice Springs - Original Outback Bush BBQ Dinner Show A truly unique and authentic experience not to be missed. Become immersed in the spirit and grandeur that is the Australian...
Our Australia Tour Packages give you the opportunity to visit the Western MacDonnell Ranges during your stay in Alice Springs. Head west on Larapinta Drive alongside the ochre coloured Western...
Visit Alice Springs and you’ll get to enjoy an amazing hot air balloon flight. Get to know your friendly crew as you journey to the launch site in the cool...
Relax on this lunch-time cruise along the Murray River aboard the Proud Mary boat. Enjoy the spectacular views of this unique river system with its historic cliffs and stunning landscapes....
Travel from Adelaide through the Adelaide Hills with a stop at the Whispering Wall, famous for its acoustic qualities. Visit the beautiful and historic winery of Château Yaldara, one of...
Enjoy Sydney from the best possible vantage point – by air. You will take a spectacular 20 minute flight in a luxury helicopter, including return transfers from your hotel. The...
The Sydney Opera House is a must-see landmark during your time in Australia. On this tour, you can take in all the mystery and majesty of the Australian icon on...
The ultimate way to experience the most famous Sydney icon – the Sydney Opera House – is the Red Carpet Package. This includes an informative guided tour of the public...
Prepare to climb Sydney Harbour Bridge on this exhilarating excursion. Known to Sydneysiders as ‘The Coathanger’, the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge is the world’s largest (but not longest) steel arch...
A flexible boutique wine tour of the picturesque Hunter Valley. Relax in comfortable small-group vehicles for the 2 hour drive north to the Hunter Valley. Along the way your guide...
Explore this million-acre World Heritage-listed area. This tour takes you away from the obvious tourist traps to show you the Blue Mountains from an insider’s perspective – from secluded lookouts,...
Thailand has over 26,000 temples or Wats (local name). This Half Day City and Temples tour will bring you to three of the most distinguished temples in Bangkok, beginning with...
Bangkok’s Grand Palace Tour is a “must see” for all visitors to Bangkok. The Grand Palace complex, built in 1782, includes the Temple of the Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew)...
A glimpse of everyday life in Thailand can be seen at the Damnern Saduak floating market, situated around 100km south west of Bangkok. This Bangkok floating market can be explored...
All aboard an exhilarating Dubai helicopter tour. After take-off from Dubai Festival City you will follow the creek winding past the Creek golf course and continue over the Spice Souk...
A fabulous evening on a Bateaux Dubai dinner cruise awaits. This elegant two-and-a-half hour Dubai Marina dinner cruise offers the best sightseeing with fine dining, personalised service and a contemporary...
For a magical and memorable evening, join us on a Dubai Desert Safari tour. Leave behind the hustle and bustle of the city and venture into the mysterious desert in...
This fascinating half day Dubai City tour provides an insight into Dubai’s rich history. Your tour of Old Dubai passes the Zabeel Royal Palaces, visits historical buildings with their ancient...
Explore the highlights and landmarks of the city on a half-day tour. From The Palm, Jumeirah and Dubai Marina to Downtown Dubai and The Dubai Mall, see all of the...
The Afternoon Tea ritual, much like Raffles Hotel, Singapore, was fashioned in the 19th century. A cherished tradition since its founding in Great Britain, the experience journeyed to Asia during...
The evening begins with a local Chinese Dinner along the Singapore River with a choice of either Hainanese Chicken Rice or Seafood Nasi Goreng (Menu is subject to seasonal changes). En...
Recently voted one of the Top 10 Indoor Gardens of the World, the Gardens by the Bay is also Singapore’s number 1 attraction according to Trip Advisor. Featuring more than...
The Tiffin Room has been synonymous with the Raffles Hotel, Singapore, since its establishment in 1892. The restored interior decor includes reinstating the wooden floorboards in the Tiffin Room to...
The Singapore Night Safari is world’s first. Set in 40 hectares of secondary jungle, the mystery and drama of the tropical jungle after dusk unfolds at the Singapore Zoo Night...
Combine a scenic cruise to Lamma Island with a delicious seafood dinner at a local restaurant; see locals in a fishing village go about their daily lives and enjoy an uninterrupted...
Macau, a former Portuguese enclave, mixes colonial charm with modern Chinese zest and is just a short hour-long ferry ride from Hong Kong. Sometimes called the Las Vegas of the...
Hong Kong’s largest outlying island, Lantau Island seems a world away from the high rise modernity of Hong Kong Island. It offers unspoilt countryside, lush green valleys, pristine beaches, reflective...
This half day tour of Hong Kong Island begins with a visit to famous Stanley Market, one of the must-see places for visitors to Hong Kong. You will find an...
The Indonesian island of Bali is renowned not only for its beauty but also for its ancient temples. Tirta Empul temple is among the most famous, its waters said to...
Jatiluwih Village & The Batukaru Mountains Nature Tour
Discover the ‘real’ Bali and escape off the beaten track with this small group tour to the centre of Bali, visiting mountains, farms, ancient villages and temples. There’s more to...
Bali is one of the world’s most beautiful islands, and the Bali Hai cruise is one of the best ways to see the island in all its splendour, taking it...
Mengwi Temple, Monkey Forest & Tanah Lot Temple Tour
Discover ancient temples, meet the local wildlife and explore the countryside of inland Bali with this half-day Mengwi Temple, Monkey Forest and Tanah Lot tour. It’s one of several optional...
Kecak at Uluwatu Temple in Bali & BBQ seafood dinner
Discover the real Bali with an immersive evening of culture, dance and food on this evening tour to Bali’s Uluwatu temple. If you decide to visit Bali on a homebound...
Book your place on our new season (tours departing from September 2020) Wonders of Australia tour by 30 June 2020 and you can take advantage of one of two special launch offers.
Option 1
Add on a two night stopover in either Hong Kong, Bangkok, Singapore or Dubai for just £99pp (£198 for single occupancy). The homebound stopover includes return airport transfers, two nights accommodation in a four-star hotel and a full daily breakfast.
Option 2
Enjoy a three-night stopover in beautiful Bali, for just £249pp (£448 for single occupancy). Your package includes return airport transfers, three nights accommodation in a four-star hotel and a full daily breakfast.
Bangkok Offer, Amari Watergate Hotel
Busy, lively, colourful and above all welcoming, Bangkok should be on your list of must-see places to visit. Here you can experience things you simply can’t do in most cities, like sailing on a longtail boat through floating markets. Make…
There’s just so much to do and see in Singapore, that no matter how many times you visit, you’ll always find yourself wanting to go back again. Maybe it’s the myriad of cultures coming together to create such a unique…
Stay in style at the five star Marriott al Jaddaf when you visit the gateway to Arabia. The numerous malls and labyrinth-like souks are enchanting to explore. And you really can’t complain about the year round sunshine, which you can make…
Hong Kong oozes energy. Even if you’re feeling a little tired after your travels, it’s guaranteed to perk you up again. While its skyline of sky scrapers is impressive, you simply need to look across the harbour to see the…
The name Bali conjures up thoughts of an exotic tropical paradise, and the reality is every bit as wonderful. Swaying palm trees, white sand beaches and the warm hospitality of the Balinese people await you in this blissful beachfront sanctuary.…
To sum up this three week amazing adventure using just one word. WONDERFUL. I shall certainly return to this spectacular country which has stolen my heart. Thank you Distant Journeys for your excellent planning, itinerary & wonderful guides.
Miss Antrobus, Spectacular South Africa
Excellent value for money, everything as per the brochure itinerary and sometimes more. Every day brought something different, the safaris were eye openers and we were so glad we added on Victoria Falls as that really was the highlight of the holiday – a lovely way to end our three weeks.
