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Land Tour

Australian Icons: Rock, Reef, Harbour & Wildlife

2026

Land Tour

Australian Icons: Rock, Reef, Harbour & Wildlife

Australian Icons: Rock, Reef, Harbour & Wildlife

Discover the spiritual heart of Australia at Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park before experiencing Sydney’s iconic landmarks and Melbourne’s dynamic culture and nightlife. From ancient desert landscapes to the Sydney Opera House and Melbourne’s famous laneways, uncover Australia’s diverse beauty.

9 day Land Tour

Itinerary

Uluru to Sydney

9 days / 8 night Land Tour

Day 1

Arrive Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park

Day 2

Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park

Day 3

Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, Arrive Melbourne

Day 4

Melbourne

Day 5

Melbourne, Arrive Cairns, Port Douglas

Day 6

Port Douglas, Daintree National Park, Mossman Gorge

Day 7

Port Douglas, Cairns, Arrive Sydney

Day 8

Sydney, Manly, Bondi Beach

Day 9

Depart Sydney

Coach/Vehicle
Flight (not included)
Stay/Stop name (no. of nights)

Trip Inclusions

Discover the inclusions provided on your all-inclusive tour, ensuring a stress-free journey where every detail is taken care of.

Experiences in 10 destinations
Four nights in hand-picked accommodation
Locally-inspired dining – a total of 16 meals
Services of an expert APT Tour Director or Driver-Guide
Transfers and porterage
Embark on walk to Walpa Gorge and Mala Walk at Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park and take in spectacular views
On Phillip Island, experience the Penguin Parade and visit the Koala Conservation Reserve
Enjoy a sunset dinner cruise along the famous Sydney Harbour

Tour Highlights

These exclusive or unique experiences are thoughtfully curated to take you on an inspiring journey beneath the surface of local history, culture and traditions. What's more, these once-in-a-lifetime moments are often not available to a regular traveller. The following highlights are just a taste of what we have prepared, especially for you.

Sounds of Silence will have you feasting on a gourmet barbecue buffet of authentic Australian delicacies including barramundi, kangaroo, emu, crocodile, bush salads and classic desserts, complemented by some of Australia's finest wines. Attention then turns to some of the world's best stargazing, as the resident 'star talker' takes you on an unforgettable tour of a spectacular southern night sky. As you wind down after a delicious dinner, you are offered a choice of tea, coffee or port, or in winter, savour a special treat of hot mulled wine.
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Sounds of Silence Dinner

Experience the magic of Australia’s Red Center with an enchanting Sounds of Silence Dinner under the stars with the sacred Uluru as the backdrop. Indulge in an award-winning, three-course bush tucker dinner while looking out onto the thousands of colored bulbs that make up the Field of Light art installation.

Phillip Island Penguin Parade
The Penguin Parade Visitor Centre

World-Famous Phillip Island Penguin Parade

Travelers from all over flock to Phillip Island to catch a glimpse of the iconic Penguin Parade. At dusk, watch from special viewing platforms as the little penguins scurry across the sand from the sea to spend the night in their protected burrows.

Sunset Cruise on the Great Barrier Reef

Join a sunset cruise to the Low Isles on the World Heritage-listed Great Barrier Reef. Spend golden hour swimming, exploring the island, snorkeling and observing the colorful reef from a glass-bottom boat.

Sydney Harbour Cruise

See Sydney’s postcard-perfect harbor from the ultimate vantage point aboard a sunset dinner cruise. Delight in a delicious three-course dinner while gliding by the city’s most iconic sights in style.

What our customers are saying

I would thoroughly recommend this trip to everyone as I would never have seen this beautiful part of our country by myself. Our driver/guide was so knowledgeable and passionate about the outback and made it so interesting.

Kimberley tour

Trip Notes

  • Itinerary, inclusions and pricing are subject to change

  • Price includes airport transfers where stated

  • Weather may cause disruptions to itinerary, especially in remote locations

  • APT highly recommends travel insurance

  • Please note that the cost of flights to Uluru departing from Sydney, and the connecting flight between all destinations are not included in the tour price. These flights must be arranged and paid for separately by passengers. If assistance is required with flight bookings, please contact our team for recommendations or support

  • Flight Uluru to Melbourne must be booked on Jetstar Airways aboard flight number JQ655 departing Uluru at 10.10am, arriving into Melbourne at 2.20pm, otherwise transfers and dinner in Melbourne may be forfeited

  • Flight Melbourne to Cairns must be booked on Qantas aboard flight number QF702 departing Melbourne at 9.45am, arriving into Cairns at 12.05pm, otherwise touring and dinner may be forfeited

  • Flight Cairns to Sydney must be booked on Qantas aboard flight number QF923 departing Cairns at 12.35pm, arriving into Sydney at 4.30pm, otherwise transfers and dinner in Sydney may be forfeited

  • Tour Activity Level – Moderate. This tour includes some walks with gentle slopes and uneven ground. Alighting the tour vehicle requires stepping up onto steep steps. This tour is not appropriate for travelers using wheelchairs, walkers or other mobility aids

  • Prices are for land tour only, flights not included

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