Ultimate Australia: Sydney, Uluru, Great Barrier Reef & more

Park Hyatt Sydney perfectly personifies contemporary harbour side luxury with its coveted location between the iconic Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge. The property offers intimate surrounds with architecture, art and design that reflect the Australian landscape. The 155 guest rooms and suites provide discerning travelers a quintessential Sydney living experience.

Your informative and knowledgeable guide will collect you from your Sydney hotel as we commence our private journey of Sydney city and the Eastern Suburbs Region.

We begin in the Sydney old town (The Rocks) and CBD (Central Business District) for you to learn about the settling of Sydney, colonial convict history and the modern financially focussed skyscrapers. We visit Macquarie St and Mrs Macquarie's Chair where some of Sydney's most historic sites and buildings are located as well as prime views of Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge.

We journey around the southern shores, bays and coves of Sydney Harbour for breath-taking views over one of the most beautiful natural harbours in the world. We take a break at Watsons Bay and The Gap at the entrance of Sydney Harbour - one of the most captivating Panoramic Views in Sydney. Here we offer a morning tea, coffee or hot chocolate with Tim Tams at this stunning harbour-side location.

Then travelling through Dover Heights, we move on to the famous Bondi Beach where guests can enjoy a stroll along the beach promenade and see bronzed Aussie lifesavers.

Returning to the city via Tamarama and Bronte beaches, Bondi Junction, Centennial Park, Paddington, Darlinghurst and China-Town we pause at Darling Harbour and Barangaroo, the newest urban and entertainment area on the western edge of the city of Sydney.

Next, we drive past the restored finger wharves of Walsh Bay and, driving directly underneath the Sydney Harbour Bridge, we finish the tour back in old town of The Rocks near Circular Quay.

Guests can join Sydney Harbour cruises at Circular Quay or be dropped back to their hotels.

Treat yourself to Sydney Harbour's most sensational Cruise Like a Local Luncheon Cruise. A unique, four hour cruise experience. Enjoy the company of a small group aboard a 52 foot motor yacht. Your personal captain and host will share the rich history of Sydney Harbour and its foreshore as you take in the sites of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, the Sydney Opera House and the bays and coves of Sydney Harbour. Enjoy a 3 course BBQ lunch with regional wines, local beers and 5-star service. Immerse yourself in all the activities that a private vessel offers including, swimming, fishing and kayaking - or sit back, relax on the expansive sunbed and do nothing at all.

Today is totally free and at leisure. You can take advantage of any optional activities available or simply relax.

Luxurious, eco-sensitive and romantic, Longitude 131 lies at the gateway of the dual World Heritage listed Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, facing majestic Uluru (Ayers Rock).

Longitude 131 offers a uniquely personal experience, with accommodation in 15 luxurious tents with views of the changing colours of Uluru. Discover an expansive living cultural landscape, rich in history. Whether you spend your time learning of the ancient cultures of the traditional owners, or exploring the stunning flora and fauna with expert guides, this irresistible land will make your senses come alive. Longitude 131 includes all dining, open bar with premium wines and spirits, in suite bar, signature touring experiences and return Ayers Rock airport transfers.

The evenings also offer up an experience to last a lifetime. Enjoy contemporary cuisine within the main Longitude 131 'Dune House' or under the spectacular desert night. Longitude 131 - an amazing experience of discovery.

Today is totally free and at leisure. You can take advantage of any optional activities available or simply relax.

Silky Oaks Lodge is a magnificent place to stay for a leisure traveller. Surrounded by the lush beauty of the Daintree National Park and overlooking the Mossman River, the 45 room lodge blends the soothing qualities of the ancient rainforest with the stylish indulgences of a contemporary retreat.

Your naturalist guide will meet you at your accommodation and after introductions all round we then drive north along the scenic route via Mossman to Cape Tribulation.

Lush farmland contrasts with seascape as we approach the majestic Daintree River. Time for a short morning tea break then its 'all aboard' for an informative river cruise. Relax and enjoy the splendour only the Daintree can offer as you learn of Estuarine Crocodiles, mangrove forests and wildlife, this is nature at its best!

We ascend the Alexandra Range and pause for a panoramic view of World Heritage Tropical Rainforest merging with the azure colours of the Coral Sea. Experience the rainforest intimately on our elevated National Park Boardwalk. Accurate interpretations of flora and fauna will be given with ample time for photographs and questions as we search for the elusive, rare and totally unique Southern Cassowary and other wildlife species within this habitat.

A delicious barbecue lunch with freshly prepared salads (dietary requirements catered for with prior notice) is served while you can hand feed Wallabies and enjoy a cold drink from the bar (own cost). Our tour does a little more, it takes you beyond Cape Tribulation along 7klms of the 4WD Bloomfield Track too pristine Emmagen Creek and time for a refreshing rainforest fresh water swim. Seek fish and turtles in the creek, butterflies and exotic birds in the trees and indulge in a taste testing of tropical fruit, a cup of traditional Billy Tea, and damper all of which enhance the tranquil surroundings.

At Cape Tribulation Beach, there is a little time to stroll along the beach and boardwalk to the photographers' platform overlooking the mountains and coast where the 'Rainforest meets the Reef. (There is no swimming at Cape Tribulation Beach due to dangerous Hazards)

After a short afternoon refreshment stop at the Daintree Ice-creamery (own cost), we cross the Daintree River by cable ferry and begin our homeward journey somewhat wiser for our 'Total Rainforest Experience'.

Today is totally free and at leisure. You can take advantage of any optional activities available or simply relax.

Located right on the spectacular Great Barrier Reef, fringed with Coral reefs and 24 powdery white beaches. Lizard Island is an idyllic retreat offering sensational diving, snorkeling right off the beach, inner and outer reef fishing, private beach picnics and indulgent spa treatments. Featuring 40 elegant rooms and suites with interiors by Hecker Guthrie, Lizard Island is like nowhere else. The nightly tariff includes accommodation, gourmet meals, unlimited non-alcoholic beverages, a fine selection of wine, beer, basic spirits and champagne during meals, in room mini bar, deluxe picnic hampers for private beach outings, use of non-motorized water sports and motorized dinghies. (Additional charges apply for cocktails, the Cellar Master wine list, private dining arrangements and an Environmental Management Charge is payable directly to the resort.

Today is totally free and at leisure. You can take advantage of any optional activities available or simply relax.

Today is totally free and at leisure. You can take advantage of any optional activities available or simply relax.