Australia luxury trip, discovering the desert of Ayers Rock, Darwin, the Tiwi Islands, Cairns and Lizard Island.
(SYDNEY - AYERS ROCK - DARWIN - TIWI ISLAND - MARY RIVER (KAKADU NATIONAL PARK) - CAIRNS - LIZARD ISLAND). (Minimum 2 passengers for the tour)
Australia luxury trip, discovering the desert of Ayers Rock, Darwin and the Tiwi Islands, Cairns and Lizard Island. Through this tour, you will see beautiful and cosmopolitan cities, impressive national parks, dazzling waterfalls and landscapes, to say the least spectacular, A long tour designed for the most intrepid and adventurous. Without doubt the perfect combination for an unforgettable trip.
A trip to remember for a lifetime, with attention to the smallest details, in 4*/5* hotels, exclusive accommodations and camping tents. A mixture of big cities and experiences in full contact with the surrounding nature, watching sunsets, unlimited deserts and crystal clear waters.
Unmissable visit to Sydney and then to the Ayers Rock desert, where you will sleep in a luxurious tent camp, in the shadow of the Uluru monolith, an adventurous and romantic stay in a unique environment. Transfer to Darwin, tropical city and starting point for the Tiwi Islands, called "the islands of the smile", a perfect place to get in touch with the aboriginal population. The luxurious Mary River tent camp between Darwin and the Kakadu National Park, where you can see sunsets full of colors and emotions. First Cairns, capital of the extreme north of Queensland, and then the last stage of the tour, Lizard Island, located at the northern end of the Great Barrier Reef, spectacular for its crystal clear waters suitable for diving and snorkeling, and several species Of fishes. tropical.
Australian Travel, our service provider has been operating in the international tourism sector since 1996. The passion and love for the Australian continent has led its founders to become a very professional and specialized tour operator in several of the most fascinating destinations of the World: Oceania (Australia, New Zealand, Pacific Islands), Asia and Middle East. Over the years, his team has acquired extensive knowledge of these destinations, visiting each of these sites to ensure customers a top quality product, taking care of every detail and guaranteeing the services offered. Australian Travel has agreements with the best airlines and experienced suppliers in the region, guaranteeing competitive prices and an excellent service. Australian Travel stands out for its passion and professionalism, improving its services every day.
Overview of your trip:
A special and exclusive trip to enjoy the luxury and experience the Authentic Australia. This private 16-day tour is not only something special for active travelers, but also for those who want to discover Australia in a different way. Spectacular cities, the mysterious and captivating Australian desert, its imposing nature and its paradisiacal beaches. You will always be accompanied by the best local guides that will take you through the best charms in Australia. Without doubt the perfect combination for an unforgettable trip.
Located practically on the other side of the world compared to Europe and America, Australia represents for many a dream, a distant and mysterious land, an experience to try at least once in a lifetime. Australia is a magical and engaging place in which it will be easy to get lost among it's people and it's stories. If you want to experience a real adventure in contact with nature and with animals, this destination is ideal to give you unforgettable atmospheres. Aboriginal Australia is one of the most linguistic places in the world, so why not immerse yourself in this culture? You will live experiences of real contact with the local population, discovering uses and traditions of a people that expresses itself through art, stories, dances, music and all its traditional practices. Only by traveling through the country and being carried away by it's nature can you truly discover Australia.
We recommend that customers book their international flights to the country of start and end of the program to guarantee their arrival at least one day before the tour's departure date. The Tour Operator and the Travel Agency do not assume any responsibility for possible breaches of the program and what this situation could generate due to possible delays in the arrival of customers on time for different reasons.
Tour Activity Level: This tour includes moderate physical activity. The itinerary blends some longer days with shorter days and more leisure time. Walking tours, as well as walking slightly longer distances, up stairs or on uneven walking surfaces should be expected.
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Entry formalities: All citizens need a tourist visa for 3 months. Furthermore it is necessary to have a valid passport. It is recommended to check the residual validity in case of stop over before landing in Australia, we recommend having at least 6 months of remaining validity from the time of entry. No vaccinations are required. For more information, visit www.immi.gov.au
The Australia e-Visa is one of the most popular electronically issued travel authorizations that is permitting visits for up to thirty (30) days and is valid for a three (3) months period. It's mandatory the visitor’s passport is valid for at least six (6) months from the date of arrival into Australia. https://www.australianevisa.com
The government of Australia allows travelers to apply for a quick and easy electronic Visa (eVisa) to visit the country for tourist or business reasons. This is a mandatory document to enter Australia. Any person who wants to come to Australia must apply to get an eVisa. The eVisa for Australia is available for foreign citizens of any of the eligible countries and travelers must request it online prior to the travel. If the nationality of the passport is not on the list of eligible countries to apply for an online visa, the requester must go physically to the embassy and apply for the visa there. The tourist eVisa for Australia gives access to the country to all eligible citizens, for one or more entries, depending on the needs of the traveler. The online application on this website will ask you the nationality of the traveler, as well as the number of times the traveler wants to go to Australia, to assign correctly the corresponding eVisa.
Eligible countries for the AUSTRALIA E-VISA. Any of the expected future travelers to AUSTRALIA that is a citizen or national from the any of the countries listed below are perfectly eligible to apply online for an AUSTRALIA E-VISA: CANADA, ANDORRA, AUSTRALIA, BELGIUM, BRUNEI, BULGARIA, CROATIA, CYPRUS, CZECH REPUBLIC, DENMARK, ESTONIA, FINLAND, FRANCE, GERMANY, GREECE, HONG KONG, HUNGARY, ICELAND, IRELAND, ITALY, JAPAN, LATVIA, LIECHTENSTEIN, LITHUANIA, LUXEMBOURG, MALAYSIA, MALTA, MONACO, NETHERLANDS, NORWAY, POLAND, PORTUGAL, ROMANIA, SAN MARINO, SINGAPORE, SLOVAKIA, SLOVENIA, SOUTH KOREA, SPAIN, SWEDEN, SWITZERLAND, UNITED KINGDOM, UNITED STATES and VATICAN CITY.
Driving in Australia: circulation in Australia is on the left. An international driving license (Geneva Convention or Vienna equally accepted) or an official translation of our license is mandatory. To rent a car, you must be at least 21 years old and have held a driving license for at least 12 months; it is also mandatory to have a traditional credit card registered to the driver of the vehicle with the numbers in relief (non electron). Seat belt use is mandatory for all passengers in the vehicle.
Climate: The seasons in Australia are reversed compared to Europe, summer begins in December, autumn in March, winter in June and spring in September. Being a large country varies from a climatic point of view, the southern part of the country has cold winters that become even colder moving towards Tasmania, New South Wales and Victoria. Going up north the climate changes radically especially in the areas of Darwin and Cairns where there are only two seasons, a hot and humid one characterized by monsoons (from November to April) and one hot and dry (from May to October).
Time zones: Australia is divided into three different time zones: the western part (Western Australia) is 7h compared to Europe, the central one (Northern Territory and South Australia) 8h30 and the eastern one (Tasmania, Victoria, New South Wales and Queensland) 9h.
Currency: The national currency of Australia is the Australian dollar, you can request currency exchange at international banks, hotels and airports. It is possible to book at your bank a quantity of Australian dollars before the auction. All the necessary credit cards during the journey are accepted as they are required as a security deposit for both hotels and car rentals.
Medicines: Medicines imported into Australia for personal use are subject to controls and must be declared upon arrival. We advise you to bring the recipe or a letter from the treating doctor in English to explain your pathology and the properties of the drug.
Baggage: Please refer to the rules of the selected area company to make the trip.
Hotel stay: The room is check in at 14.00 onwards, the check out of the room must normally be by 11.00. Please refer to the policy of each hotel booked in case of different regulations. The definition of triple and quadruple room refers only to existing beds, such types do not exist with 3 or 4 beds except in exceptional cases.
Electricity: The electricity in Australia is 220-240 volts, AC 50Hz. The three-hole socket used in Australia is different from other countries: it is therefore advisable to use an adapter.
Telephony: The international prefix of Australia is 0061. The cellular coverage network is available throughout Australia, but may be limited in some isolated areas.
Rules and restrictions: Australia is a very restrictive country for what concerns the import and export of products. Among the things not to bring we find different types of food, live animals and animal products (such as shells, corals, feathers, bones, skins and furs), seeds and nuts, fresh fruits and vegetables, plant material. For a more complete list, visit the official website www.daf.gov.au.
Sydney , rich in life and culture, in addition to the famous opera, it's bay and it's bridge, also has many less known places of interest, such as the historic district of The Rocks, the Victorian district of Paddington and the beautiful Beaches from Bondi and Manly Beach.
Departure in the morning from your hotel to begin the tour of the city of Sydney with an English-speaking guide (audio commentary in Italian on request) We will visit the most interesting places in the city, including Bondi Beach, the district history of The Rocks, The Opera House and the Bay Bridge. The tour will end late in the morning, the rest of the afternoon will be at your disposal to enjoy the many attractions and tourist, cultural and gastronomic options of one of the most impressive cities in the world. In the end free return to the hotel and accommodation.
Private car transfer to the national airport and flight to the Red Center. Upon arrival, collective transfer and accommodation at Longitude 131, a luxurious camping tent that will put you in full contact with the surrounding landscape, an all-inclusive treatment.
Longitude 131,
Location: a luxurious tent camp, located in front of the Uluru monolith, ideal for a different and adventurous stay. It will put you in total contact with the magnificent surrounding landscape, offering a very romantic atmosphere. At guests' disposal any type of comfort, available only with an All Inclusive type of treatment, children under 13 are not allowed.
Rooms: the structure has 15 tents, distributed in red sand dunes, solid and cozy, combining modern and colonial style, with air conditioning, private bathroom, heating, bathrobes, shower, hairdryer, safe, minibar, kettle of water. Tea and coffee From this position, the show of sunrise and sunset will be magnificent, you will feel like real explorers.
Catering: the central body of the structure is the Dune House, where you can interact with other guests, have cocktails, hot and cold drinks, try snacks and the main meals of the day, with typical local dishes and a wide selection of Australian wines. It also offers the possibility of making an isolated romantic dinner at an additional cost.
Services and equipment: many organized tours, a swimming pool and a small library are available for guests.
Undisputed symbol of Ayers Rock of Australia, a wonderful monolith in the center of the Australian Red Center, called Uluru in aboriginal language, considered the "Sacred Place of Dreams".
Full day dedicated to excursions provided by the camp and included, such as sunrise and sunset, Monti Olgas, exclusive desert dinner, etc. Accommodation in the camp, meals included, all inclusive treatment.
Collective transfer to the airport and flight to the city of Darwin through Alice Springs. Upon arrival, transfer by private car to hotel cat 4 * and accommodation. Free night available to learn about the many tourist attractions of this beautiful city in northern Australia.
Darwin, a city full of charm and starting point to visit the "Tiwi Islands" and get in touch with the local culture.
Free transfer to Cullen Bay and departure by ferry to the Tiwi Islands nicknamed "Smile Islands" (approximate duration 2 hours). Upon arrival, you will be greeted by a local guide, you will have the opportunity to get in touch with the population and you will be able to observe the local women who are dedicated to painting and weaving. Later you will visit the museum to see interesting art exhibitions and representations of aboriginal stories; Visit the Arts and Crafts Center to closely observe the work of the artists with the possibility of buying some souvenirs. In the afternoon you will take the ferry to return to Cullen Bay, free transfer to the Darwin city hotel and accommodation. Free night available to know the nightlife of this beautiful city.
Taking the 4x4 Jeep car model in the city of Darwin and leaving for the Mary River National Park to stay at the Wildman Wilderness Lodge. The Resort is characterized by a beautiful and impressive natural habitat with hundreds of species of animals and birds, accommodation and dinner at the lodge. Free night to rest and regain strength to face the next day, full of adventures.
Wildman Wilderness Lodge 4*
Total kilometers to be traveled in the day: 170.8 kms approximately.
The Mary River National Park, located halfway between Kakadu National Park and Darwin and located in the northern territory of Australia. It is a perfect place to look for crocodiles in Mary River Wetlands home to the largest concentration of saltwater crocodiles in the world and also to explore the region's aboriginal adventure, wildlife and culture.
Breakfast, early in the morning, you will have the day at your disposal to discover the impressive charms and natural landscapes of the Mary River National Park. The day will include an hour of cruise in the billabong, dinner at the Lodge and accommodation.
A small city located in northeastern Australia, Cairns is the fifth most populous city in Queensland with less than 170,000 people. It is a modern and vibrant city, is the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef and also overflows with the ancient aboriginal culture.
Breakfast and return in the day with your car to the city of Darwin. Delivery of the car at the airport and flight to the city of Cairns in the northern tropical area of Queensland. Private car transfer to hotel cat.5 * in the city center and accommodation. Free night available to discover the many night attractions of this beautiful coastal city in northern Australia.
Total kilometers to be traveled in the day: 170.8 kms approximately.
Morning flight to Lizard Island. Accommodation in Garden View room, all inclusive.
Lizard Island Resort 5*
Lizard Island, located at the north end of the Great Barrier Reef, considered the largest and most beautiful coral reef in the world, spectacular for its warm and crystalline waters perfect for diving and snorkeling, and plan a wide variety of tropical fish species.
Full days at your disposal for the enjoyment of bathing activities in the paradisiacal beaches, snorkeling in the coral reef, enjoy optional boat trips among many other options. Hotel accommodation, all-inclusive treatment.
An island on the Great Barrier Reef in Queensland in Australia, Lizard Island is accessible only by private plane. Surrounded by a kaleidoscope of colourful reefs and shimmering water is an ideal place for snorkel, dive, or view the reef from a glass-bottomed kayak.
Full days at your disposal for the enjoyment of bathing activities in the paradisiacal beaches, snorkeling in the coral reef, enjoy optional boat trips among many other options. Hotel accommodation, all-inclusive treatment.
Australia’s most magnificent natural attractions, Lizard Island and leave the real world behind and enter a magical retreat on the Great Barrier Reef, perfect for romance, luxury, and island relaxation.
Full days at your disposal for the enjoyment of bathing activities in the paradisiacal beaches, snorkeling in the coral reef, enjoy optional boat trips among many other options. Hotel accommodation, all-inclusive treatment.
After breakfast, transfer to the local airport to take the flight to Cairns International Airport. Upon arrival transfer by private car to hotel cat. 5 * and accommodation in the city center. In the afternoon and evening free time available to discover the last corners of this beautiful city full of charms.