Romantic Australia

(11 Days - Departs Daily on a Private Basis)
Sydney, Uluru (Ayers Rock), Daintree Forest, Great Barrier Reef

This private luxury tour of Australia is ideal for honeymooners or any travelers wanting private touring in the country’s most iconic landscapes, accommodation at extraordinary luxury lodges, and customized activities that showcase the best of each destination.

Begin in Sydney, Australia's most beautiful city. Enjoy a private insider tour of the city highlights, including the historic Rocks district, vibrant markets, favorite neighborhoods such as Paddington, the Royal Botanic Garden, Aboriginal art galleries and iconic Bondi Beach. One day, Artisans of Leisure will arrange a private tour of the Sydney Opera House and tickets to a performance. One afternoon, enjoy an exclusive private boat ride on Sydney Harbour. During free time, enjoy the city’s sophisticated restaurants, shops and harborside attractions. Upon request, Artisans of Leisure can arrange other special interest activities such as a private surfing lesson, a behind-the-scenes wildlife experience, a private tasting tour, kayaking in the harbor, Sydney Skywalk and an exhilarating Sydney Harbour BridgeClimb experience.

Next, fly to Uluru (Ayers Rock), the iconic sandstone monolith in Australia’s rugged Red Centre. Stay at Longitude 131, a luxurious tented lodge with views of Uluru against the expansive red earth and vast blue sky. During comprehensive private touring in the region with your own expert guide, walk along the base of beautiful Uluru to see Aboriginal rock art and waterholes, and hear about legends of the Dreamtime. Also hike among the 36 stone domes of the impressive Kata Tjuta (The Olgas) formation, and learn about the Outback’s unique flora and fauna and Aboriginal bush tucker cuisine. One night, dine under the stars while an astronomer points out the southern constellations in the clear desert night sky and a didgeridoo musician plays in the background.

Continue to Tropical North Queensland, and stay at Silky Oaks, a luxury lodge in the Daintree Rainforest. During private touring, learn about the unique ecosystem of the ancient tropical rainforest and UNESCO World Heritage Site. Take a private boat ride on the Daintree River. Also visit Mossman Gorge, and if desired, enjoy drift snorkeling on the Mossman River. Another day, visit Kuranda and ride the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway. Upon request, we can arrange additional activities in the area, such as hot-air balloon rides, Aboriginal crafts lessons, sea kayaking along the coast, “breakfast with the birds” at a local wildlife reserve and other family activities, and in-depth tours of the rainforest with a local Aboriginal guide.

Next, spend several days at spectacular Lizard Island, the best luxury resort in the Great Barrier Reef. One day, enjoy a snorkeling excursion to the outer reef. Artisans of Leisure will also arrange a private tour of the island’s coral reef research station. During free time at the resort, enjoy superb cuisine and activities such as snorkeling, swimming, stand up paddleboarding, kayaking, sailing, beach picnics, tennis, motorized dinghy rides, glass-bottom boat rides, nature walks and hikes. Upon request, we can also arrange scuba diving, scuba lessons, sunset cruises, private fishing excursions and more.

This tour can be further customized with additional time or destinations in Australia.

Itinerary Overview

Day 1 Arrive Sydney Private arrival transfer to hotel for 3 nights. Afternoon private Sydney Harbour sailboat excursion Day 2 Sydney Full-day private city tour, including private Sydney Opera House tour. Evening dinner and performance at Opera House Day 3 Sydney Flexible touring or activity such as private behind-the-scenes zoo tour, private surfing lesson, private food and wine touring or Sydney Harbour BridgeClimb Day 4 Sydney – Uluru (Ayers Rock) Private transfer to airport for flight. Private arrival transfer to hotel for 2 nights. Private sunset tour Day 5 Uluru (Ayers Rock) & Kata Tjuta (The Olgas) Morning and afternoon private tours of scenic and cultural highlights. Dinner under the stars Day 6 Uluru (Ayers Rock) – Cairns – Daintree Rainforest Morning private tour. Afternoon private transfer to airport for flight to Cairns. Private arrival transfer to hotel for 2 nights Day 7 Daintree Rainforest Full-day private tour Day 8 Daintree Rainforest – Cairns – Great Barrier Reef Private transfer to airport for flight to Lizard Island for 3 nights Day 9 Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling excursion to outer reef Day 10 Great Barrier Reef Private tour of Lizard Island Research Station and time at leisure at resort Day 11 Depart Great Barrier Reef Transfer to airstrip for scheduled flight to Cairns. Private airport connection assistance to onward flight

Hotels

Sydney: Park Hyatt Sydney Ayers Rock: Longitude 131 Daintree Rainforest: Silky Oaks Great Barrier Reef: Lizard Island Resort

Cost

Upon request