Ultimate Australia
Sydney, Uluru, Daintree National Park & Hamilton IslandYou will find bountiful breath-taking scenery as you on embark on this ultimate itinerary through some of Australia’s awe-inspiring must-visit locations. From the cosmopolitan city of Sydney to the dramatic desert landscape of the red centre and the azure-blue water of the Great Barrier Reef – this really does showcase the very best of Australia’s classic hotspots and all in ultimate luxury throughout.
At a glance
Submerge in the cosmopolitan vibes of Sydney, with its iconic views of the harbour, private guided tours and an evening at the world-famous Opera House
Staying in handpicked unique luxury retreats throughout, the best locations all with outstanding views and first-class service
Dining at Table 131 whilst at Uluru is spellbinding, the stars are spectacular - let the noises of the desert and the magical light show wash over you
Wake up to the magical dawn chorus from the Daintree rainforest, before exploring the retreat in your private electric buggy
Journey highlights
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Submerge in the cosmopolitan vibes of Sydney, with its iconic views of the harbour, private guided tours and an evening at the world-famous Opera House
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Staying in handpicked unique luxury retreats throughout, the best locations all with outstanding views and first-class service
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Dining at Table 131 whilst at Uluru is spellbinding, the stars are spectacular - let the noises of the desert and the magical light show wash over you
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Wake up to the magical dawn chorus from the Daintree rainforest, before exploring the retreat in your private electric buggy
Our tailor made journeys include:
- Your dedicated Travel Consultant who will take care of arrangements
- Private international airport transfers in destination
- Your own private, English-speaking local guides
- Unique experiences, hand-picked by our Journeys team
- Entrance to must-see local sites
- Dedicated 24/7 team providing in-country support and guidance
- Complimentary access to My Scott Dunn – industry-leading travel app providing pre-departure information and in-journey support
When to visit
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In the southern half of Australia the seasons are the opposite of those in the northern hemisphere: spring comes in September, summer is from December to February, autumn runs from March to May, and winter begins in June.
Sydney is great to visit year round but if you want warm sun and dry weather it is best to try between November and April. Their winter months of May - October usually have mild weather so you can still enjoy all the sights. April through November is the best time to visit the Great Barrier Reef, although southeast trade winds can sometimes make it a tad choppy at sea. December through March can be uncomfortably hot and humid, particularly as far north. In the winter months (June-Aug), the water can be a touch chilly (Aussies think so, anyway), but it rarely drops below 22°C.
Price Guide: (Per person based on double occupancy and excludes international flights)
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Price from*
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Deposit from * | Enquire |
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| May | $16,800 | $4,200 | plan your trip |
| June | $16,800 | $4,200 | plan your trip |
| July | $17,100 | $4,300 | plan your trip |
| August | $17,100 | $4,300 | plan your trip |
| September | $17,100 | $4,300 | plan your trip |
| October | $17,500 | $4,400 | plan your trip |
| November | $17,500 | $4,400 | plan your trip |
| December | $17,500 | $4,400 | plan your trip |
| January | $17,500 | $4,400 | plan your trip |
| February | $17,500 | $4,400 | plan your trip |
| March | $17,500 | $4,400 | plan your trip |
| April | $17,100 | $4,300 | plan your trip |
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May
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
$16,800
Deposit from*$4,200
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June
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
$16,800
Deposit from*$4,200
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July
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
$17,100
Deposit from*$4,300
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August
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
$17,100
Deposit from*$4,300
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September
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
$17,100
Deposit from*$4,300
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October
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
$17,500
Deposit from*$4,400
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November
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
$17,500
Deposit from*$4,400
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December
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
$17,500
Deposit from*$4,400
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January
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
$17,500
Deposit from*$4,400
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February
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
$17,500
Deposit from*$4,400
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March
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
$17,500
Deposit from*$4,400
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April
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public holidays) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveller pricing is available upon request.
$17,100
Deposit from*$4,300
- plan your trip
Itinerary
Sydney
Your ultimate journey starts in Sydney, Australia’s most varied and cosmopolitan city. Staying at the stunning Park Hyatt with its acclaimed Hyatt service, it is the perfect luxury base to explore this wonderful city. With panoramic views of the Opera House and the iconic harbour bridge, the rooftop pool is ideal to cool down after a day exploring Sydney’s sights.
If you are looking for a thrill, then you must take time to climb the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge for the sense of achievement and the breath-taking sights as you go. Or if you prefer to be on solid ground why not stroll in the beautiful Botanic Gardens with its large variety of plant life. Spend your time exploring the harbour on a luxury gourmet cruise or take to the beaches of Bondi and enjoy an iconic surfing lesson. Take a private tour of the opera house, experience the House in its daily operation as you are guided into theatres, given a fascinating account of the history and architecture and introduced to the excitement of Performing Arts in Australia, before devouring a two course dining experience before you head in to live performance. Enjoy a magical evening taking in the grand surrounding as you let the opera wash over you, truly spellbinding.
Leave the hustle of Sydney behind as you take to the air for a stunning flight to the award-winning Cottage Point Inn, nestled on the banks of the Hawkesbury River. With views over the river and surrounded by bush land, Cottage Point is a wonderful location for a relaxing three course lunch, expertly crafted by the head chef, Kevin Solomon. After your riverside dining experience you will re-board your seaplane witnessing Sydney Harbour Bridge and the famed Opera House before returning to Rose Bay, a really fun way to see the area.
Queensland
From the ochre earth and enormous skies of the Red Centre travel to Queensland, home to two of Australia’s greatest natural wonders – the Great Barrier Reef and the oldest rainforest in the world, the Daintree. You will be staying at the stunning oasis of Mount Mulligan Lodge, a pocket of luxury in the raw outback wilderness. Sitting in the shadow of the mighty Mount Mulligan, the lodge is a masterclass in rustic yet elegant design and luxurious living, with space for just 16 guests it is intimate and welcoming, with a main pavilion hosting meals and a beautiful infinity pool and sunset bar taking you through the day. Each room comes complete with its own electric buggy for travelling across the vast 28,000 hectares of the property’s land.
Explore this ancient rainforest as part of your included privately guided tour where you can marvel at the huge array of wildlife and partake in an Aboriginal led river cruise along the Daintree River. You may also opt to travel through the Tropical North Queensland rainforest on the Kuranda scenic railway from Cairns or simply relax in your luxury accommodation.
Whitsunday Islands
The final element to your spectacular adventure will be a stay amidst the emerald islands and jewel coloured reefs of the Great Barrier Reef at Hamilton Island. Spend your days swimming in the crystal-clear reef or heading out on snorkelling adventures to outer islands. qualia is located in a secluded, exclusive and private location in the Whitsunday Islands, an adults-only, luxury property, allowing you to discover world-class indulgence in a place of outstanding, quintessentially Australian natural beauty.
Visit Whitehaven Beach and enjoy learning how to sail or take a boat out for the weekend. Experience the Great Barrier Reef from both above and below sea level and indulge in this ultimate reef experience with the best of Reefworld and Whitehaven Beach in one unforgettable day. Depart on a spectacular scenic helicopter flight to the Reefworld Pontoon where you have two hours to enjoy a great range of activities including snorkelling (equipment provided) and coral viewing from a semi-submersible or the spectacular underwater viewing chamber. Followed by a relaxing one hour visit to Whitehaven Beach - the perfect location to enjoy a picnic and recline in the crystal clear waters with turtles and rays before returning to your accommodation.
For a truly memorable experience step inside Spa qualia, one of the best spa’s in Australia, which offers an extensive range of luxurious treatments designed to capture the essence of Australia and the Great Barrier Reef. The six treatment rooms are designed to catch the sea breezes and take in the views of the Whitsundays – pure bliss!
Call us on 858 523 9000 to start planning your holiday.
Experiences included in this itinerary
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Best of Both Worlds - Private Half Day Tour
Experience the Great Barrier Reef from both above and below sea level and indulge in this ultimate reef experience with the best of Reefworld and Whitehaven Beach in one unforgettable day.
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Cruise Like A Local
When in Sydney getting out on to the harbour is a must. Depart in style from Circular Quay on a 52 foot motor yacht and embark on a four hour cruise taking in the famous sights as well as the lesser known coves and beaches of the harbour.
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Dreamtime Legends Walk
The Dreamtime Legends Walk through the Mossman Gorge gives visitors a more intimate look into the Culture, spirituality and traditions of the Kuku Yalanji people and their unique connections with this ancient land.
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Explore Sydney by Bike - Half Day Tour
Explore Sydney by bike on this exhilarating privately guided cycling tour around Australia's most cosmopolitan city.
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Journey to the Heart
Experience the spectacular Great Barrier Reef and the world-famous Heart Reef from up above on this exclusive helicopter tour. You'll get to experience the iconic Heart Reef from above and below in an unforgettable way.
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Learn to Surf at Bondi Beach
Enjoy a day learning to surf the waves of the famous Bondi Beach in Sydney. The ideal introduction to Australia for the whole family.
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Longitude 131 - Helicopter above Uluru
Enjoy a breathtaking private helicopter journey over Uluru and Kata Tjuta, one of the world's most iconic and spectacular scenes.
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Longitude 131:Table 131 and Field of Light Experience
Watch the red ochre hue of Uluru darken as the sun lowers and the mesmerising Field of Light is revealed before you. Enjoy an outback feast style with accompanying wines before enjoying a tour of the night sky from Longitude's resident astronomer.
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Luxury Sailing on Sydney Harbour
When in Sydney getting out on to the harbour is a must. Cruise the harbour in style on a sailing boat and embark on a four hour cruise taking in the famous sights as well as the lesser known coves and beaches of the harbour.
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My Sydney Detour
This hidden and private guided tour of Sydney really gets you away from the conventional sights of Sydney. With your specialist guides and unique vehicle, explore through the eyes of two locals and learn all about Sydney from a different perspective.
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Private Yacht Charter on the Barrier Reef
A full day sail and snorkel cruise aboard a luxuriously appointed sailing catamaran is a great way to experience the Great Barrier Reef. Relax as your yacht is nudged casually along by tropical breezes in the balmy waters of the reef.
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Quintessentially Sydney
This full day tour of Sydney is designed for guests who not only want to see the iconic sites of Australia's most prominent city but also to meet the locals and get under the skin of New South Wales' cosmopolitan capital.
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Sail and Snorkel to Whitehaven Beach from Hamilton Island
On the Edge is a large, spacious sailing catamaran design especially for day sailing adventures throughout Queensland's Whitsunday Islands.
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Sydney for Kids
A great day out exploring Sydney for the whole family. Learn how to make Australian chocolate before heading to the famous beach Bondi where the whole family can learn to surf. Can be tailored to suit your specific desires.
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Sydney's Food and Wine Trail
Sydney is fast becoming recognised for its amazing food and wine offering and a privately guided off-the-beaten track gourmet tour is one of our top choices for this mesmerising city.
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Whitehaven Indulgence Helicopter Experience
A private helicopter day trip flying over the Whitsunday Islands for a beach landing on Whitehaven Beach, followed by a delicious picnic lunch.
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Wildlife and Culture of the Daintree Rainforest Private Tour
Explore the 135 million year old Daintree Rainforest and the traditional Aboriginal lands at Cooya Beach on this cultural and wildlife tour of Tropical North Queensland.
Your Hotels
When to visit
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In the southern half of Australia the seasons are the opposite of those in the northern hemisphere: spring comes in September, summer is from December to February, autumn runs from March to May, and winter begins in June.
Sydney is great to visit year round but if you want warm sun and dry weather it is best to try between November and April. Their winter months of May - October usually have mild weather so you can still enjoy all the sights. April through November is the best time to visit the Great Barrier Reef, although southeast trade winds can sometimes make it a tad choppy at sea. December through March can be uncomfortably hot and humid, particularly as far north. In the winter months (June-Aug), the water can be a touch chilly (Aussies think so, anyway), but it rarely drops below 22°C.
We design each itinerary around you, so this suggested itineraryis a starting point that we can tweak or transform into something completely bespoke to you. Call us on 858 523 9000 to start planning your holiday.
Why Scott Dunn?
At Scott Dunn, we live and breathe travel. An insatiable appetite to discover the world runs through everything we do. We relish the planning and revel in the detail. We know it’s the smallest touches that make the biggest difference, and we stop at nothing to make every trip not only exceptional but totally unique.
- Every itinerary is crafted from scratch, based around exactly what’s important to you
- Packed full of unique experiences, hand-picked by our journeys team
- Expert local guides enrich your experience in every destination
- Your own dedicated Travel Specialist who will take care of every detail of your trip
- We have a 24/7 team providing in-country support and guidance
- We offer flexibility and financial protection to give you total peace of mind