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Classic Australia with Uluru & the Outback
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Day 1: ARRIVE IN SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA
Welcome to Australia! Hotel rooms are available for immediate check-in. A pre-night is not required for early check-in.
Day 2: SYDNEY
This morning begins with a welcome briefing to meet your fellow passengers and your Tour Director. Sydney boasts one of the most beautiful harbors in the world, home to the instantly recognizable Sydney Harbour Bridge and the world-famous architectural wonder--the Sydney Opera House. Go inside the Opera House, one of the most well-known buildings in the world, and learn about the history, architectural design and be awed by the acoustics. Later, your sightseeing tour will take you through the heart of Sydney. End the day with a cruise along Sydney Harbour for uninterrupted views of the city skyline. (B,L)
Day 3: SYDNEY
Enjoy a full day at leisure for your own discoveries. You may wish to wander the cobblestone streets of the Rocks district, explore vibrant Darling Harbour, or climb to the top of Sydney’s Harbour Bridge. Your Tour Director will have suggestions to help you make the most of this exciting city. (B)
Day 4: SYDNEY–CAIRNS
Today, fly to Cairns, “Gateway to the Great Barrier Reef.” Set amid lush rainforests, soaring peaks, and the ocean, Cairns is one of Australia’s most popular tourist destinations. (B)
Day 5: CAIRNS. EXCURSION TO THE OUTER GREAT BARRIER REEF
Board a catamaran cruise to the Outer Great Barrier Reef. The world’s largest coral reef, made up of over 3,000 individual reefs and over 1,250 miles long, is one of our planet’s most amazing natural wonders. Experience this underwater world that is a dazzling kaleidoscope of color and brilliance. Choose to snorkel, take a glass-bottom-boat tour, view the reef from an underwater observatory, and watch a fish feeding. Return to Cairns, where your evening is at leisure. (B,L)
Day 6: CAIRNS
Today is yours to relax and explore the many attractions of Cairns. Join an optional scenic railway ride, which runs to the picturesque market town of Kuranda, or a cable car that glides over Australia’s World-Heritage-listed tropical rainforest canopy. Your Tour Director will have suggestions for sightseeing, shopping, and dining. (B)
Day 7: CAIRNS–MELBOURNE
Today, fly to Melbourne. Often referred to as Australia’s cultural capital, Melbourne is a blend of world-class restaurants, museums, shopping, and interesting hidden laneways. Tonight is yours to explore this trendy city. (B)
Day 8: MELBOURNE
Enjoy a city sightseeing tour which includes landmarks such as Flinders St. Station, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, the botanic gardens, and the Shrine of Remembrance. The afternoon is free to explore on your own. Your Tour Director will have suggestions for additional sightseeing, shopping, and dining. Tonight, join your Tour Director and traveling companions for a festive farewell dinner. (B,D)
Day 9: MELBOURNE
A full free day to explore more of Melbourne on your own. Consider an optional day tour to the scenic Great Ocean Road to see the soaring limestone pillars of the “Twelve Apostles,” chiseled over 10 to 20 million years above the ocean. Perhaps the Penguin Parade on Phillip Island is more your speed. (B)
Day 10: MELBOURNE–ULURU (AYERS ROCK)
Today, fly to the heart of the Outback. The rest of the day is at leisure. (B)Please note: Your Tour Director does not accompany you to the Outback.
Day 11: ULURU
Rise early for an inspiring sunrise over Uluru and Kata Tjuta (the Olgas). Witness incredible views over the dunes and stunning desert landscape. Continue to Walpa Gorge for a guided walk through Kata Tjuta. This afternoon, visit the Uluru-Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre, which houses an amazing collection of ceramics, paintings, and punu (woodwork) from the Anangu people, the traditional custodians of Uluru. Finish the day at “Sunset Strip” for a drink and canapés, and to witness the changing colors of the rock. (B)
Day 12: ULURU–SYDNEY
Fly to Sydney and prepare for your journey home tomorrow. (B)
Day 13: SYDNEY
Your vacation ends this morning. (B)
- Tour
- Australia
- Ayers Rock
- Cairns
- South Pacific
- The Outer Great Barrier Reef
- Uluru
- Cosmos
- 13 Day Tour from Sydney to Sydney
Details
- Tour Operator
- Cosmos
- Start City
- SYD
- End City
- SYD
- Duration (Days)
- 13
Pricing & departures
| Option | From | Departs | Returns |
|---|---|---|---|
| Land Only (Double) | USD 4,589 | February 2, 2027 | February 14, 2027 |
| Single Supplement | USD 6,489 | February 2, 2027 | February 14, 2027 |
| Triple (per person) | USD 4,304 | February 2, 2027 | February 14, 2027 |
| Land Only (Double) | USD 4,589 | February 23, 2027 | March 7, 2027 |
| Single Supplement | USD 6,489 | February 23, 2027 | March 7, 2027 |
| Triple (per person) | USD 4,304 | February 23, 2027 | March 7, 2027 |
| Land Only (Double) | USD 4,589 | March 16, 2027 | March 28, 2027 |
| Single Supplement | USD 6,489 | March 16, 2027 | March 28, 2027 |
| Triple (per person) | USD 4,304 | March 16, 2027 | March 28, 2027 |
| Land Only (Double) | USD 4,589 | April 6, 2027 | April 18, 2027 |
| Single Supplement | USD 6,489 | April 6, 2027 | April 18, 2027 |
| Triple (per person) | USD 4,319 | April 6, 2027 | April 18, 2027 |
| Land Only (Double) | USD 4,579 | September 28, 2027 | October 10, 2027 |
| Single Supplement | USD 6,444 | September 28, 2027 | October 10, 2027 |
| Triple (per person) | USD 4,314 | September 28, 2027 | October 10, 2027 |
| Land Only (Double) | USD 4,699 | October 19, 2027 | October 31, 2027 |
| Single Supplement | USD 6,689 | October 19, 2027 | October 31, 2027 |
| Triple (per person) | USD 4,414 | October 19, 2027 | October 31, 2027 |
| Land Only (Double) | USD 4,589 | November 30, 2027 | December 12, 2027 |
| Single Supplement | USD 6,489 | November 30, 2027 | December 12, 2027 |
| Triple (per person) | USD 4,319 | November 30, 2027 | December 12, 2027 |
Day by day
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Day 1
ARRIVE IN SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA
Welcome to Australia! Hotel rooms are available for immediate check-in. A pre-night is not required for early check-in.
-
Day 2
SYDNEY
This morning begins with a welcome briefing to meet your fellow passengers and your Tour Director. Sydney boasts one of the most beautiful harbors in the world, home to the instantly recognizable Sydney Harbour Bridge and the world-famous architectural wonder--the Sydney Opera House. Go inside the Opera House, one of the most well-known buildings in the world, and learn about the history, architectural design and be awed by the acoustics. Later, your sightseeing tour will take you through the heart of Sydney. End the day with a cruise along Sydney Harbour for uninterrupted views of the city skyline. (B,L)
-
Day 3
SYDNEY
Enjoy a full day at leisure for your own discoveries. You may wish to wander the cobblestone streets of the Rocks district, explore vibrant Darling Harbour, or climb to the top of Sydney’s Harbour Bridge. Your Tour Director will have suggestions to help you make the most of this exciting city. (B)
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Day 4
SYDNEY–CAIRNS
Today, fly to Cairns, “Gateway to the Great Barrier Reef.” Set amid lush rainforests, soaring peaks, and the ocean, Cairns is one of Australia’s most popular tourist destinations. (B)
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Day 5
CAIRNS. EXCURSION TO THE OUTER GREAT BARRIER REEF
Board a catamaran cruise to the Outer Great Barrier Reef. The world’s largest coral reef, made up of over 3,000 individual reefs and over 1,250 miles long, is one of our planet’s most amazing natural wonders. Experience this underwater world that is a dazzling kaleidoscope of color and brilliance. Choose to snorkel, take a glass-bottom-boat tour, view the reef from an underwater observatory, and watch a fish feeding. Return to Cairns, where your evening is at leisure. (B,L)
-
Day 6
CAIRNS
Today is yours to relax and explore the many attractions of Cairns. Join an optional scenic railway ride, which runs to the picturesque market town of Kuranda, or a cable car that glides over Australia’s World-Heritage-listed tropical rainforest canopy. Your Tour Director will have suggestions for sightseeing, shopping, and dining. (B)
-
Day 7
CAIRNS–MELBOURNE
Today, fly to Melbourne. Often referred to as Australia’s cultural capital, Melbourne is a blend of world-class restaurants, museums, shopping, and interesting hidden laneways. Tonight is yours to explore this trendy city. (B)
-
Day 8
MELBOURNE
Enjoy a city sightseeing tour which includes landmarks such as Flinders St. Station, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, the botanic gardens, and the Shrine of Remembrance. The afternoon is free to explore on your own. Your Tour Director will have suggestions for additional sightseeing, shopping, and dining. Tonight, join your Tour Director and traveling companions for a festive farewell dinner. (B,D)
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Day 9
MELBOURNE
A full free day to explore more of Melbourne on your own. Consider an optional day tour to the scenic Great Ocean Road to see the soaring limestone pillars of the “Twelve Apostles,” chiseled over 10 to 20 million years above the ocean. Perhaps the Penguin Parade on Phillip Island is more your speed. (B)
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Day 10
MELBOURNE–ULURU (AYERS ROCK)
Today, fly to the heart of the Outback. The rest of the day is at leisure. (B)Please note: Your Tour Director does not accompany you to the Outback.
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Day 11
ULURU
Rise early for an inspiring sunrise over Uluru and Kata Tjuta (the Olgas). Witness incredible views over the dunes and stunning desert landscape. Continue to Walpa Gorge for a guided walk through Kata Tjuta. This afternoon, visit the Uluru-Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre, which houses an amazing collection of ceramics, paintings, and punu (woodwork) from the Anangu people, the traditional custodians of Uluru. Finish the day at “Sunset Strip” for a drink and canapés, and to witness the changing colors of the rock. (B)
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Day 12
ULURU–SYDNEY
Fly to Sydney and prepare for your journey home tomorrow. (B)
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Day 13
SYDNEY
Your vacation ends this morning. (B)