FROM RED TO WHITE SAND

Day 1 - Park Hyatt / SYDNEY

Arrive Sydney - Welcome to Australia!

On clearing customs and collecting your luggage, you will be met and transferred to the Park Hyatt by private vehicle.

Park Hyatt Sydney is uniquely positioned on the very edge of Sydney Harbour, with spectacular views of the Harbour Bridge above and the Opera House. It is situated in the Rocks, an area of historic importance and natural beauty and offers uncompromising Australian hospitality with international flair. Your stay at the Park Hyatt will be spent in a Opera Deluxe Room.

The remainder of the day is at your leisure – commence your exploration of Australia's largest city or simply relax in the comfort of your hotel room.

Park Hyatt Sydney (Accommodation only)

Day 2 - Park Hyatt / SYDNEY

Today, decide between a City Highlights or a Blue Mountains Private tour:

Delight yourself with an exciting city tour, which takes in the best features of this fantastic city: the harbour, the gardens, the coast, and the rivers. Beginning amongst the historical Rocks area of old Sydney you will learn of the early settlers and convicts of over 200 years ago. Walk through the gorgeous Botanical Gardens, taking in the history of the Opera House and other famous buildings around the harbour foreshore.

At Circular Quay board one of the majestic ferries, which travels along the harbour to the beautiful beach of Manly. Here, join a luxury air-conditioned vehicle for a tour along the beautiful northern beaches and into the scenic Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park.

Enjoy a delicious buffet picnic lunch in the bush before discovering some of the outstanding lookouts in the park. The fantastic views of Palm Beach, Woy Woy, and Lion Island, are simply breath taking. Taking a short bushwalk, trace the history of the Garingai Aboriginal people whom once inhabited this area, and examine their incredible rock art. Return to the city over the imposing Sydney Harbour Bridge.

Alternatively, take an exhilarating Blue Mountains tour! You will be collected from your hotel this morning for a full day of private 4WD touring through the magnificent Blue Mountains Range. You head westwards across the coastal plain, making your way to the Great Dividing Range of Australia. It is here that you leave the ‘average’ Blue Mountains’ tourist behind and enter the national park to unlock a piece of Australia you would never have known to exist.

Visit ancient aboriginal sites and outstanding lookouts; examine rock formations and the unusual plants and wildlife that abound the area. From the quaint little village of Leura, skirt around the cliff and drive to Katoomba where you will find yourself looking out over the magnificent Jamieson valley and the incredible rock formations of the ‘Three Sisters’.

We enjoy a delicious barbecue lunch including a selection of fine Australian wines and cheeses under the canopy of the Australian bush.

Before returning to Sydney we drop into a hidden valley where we roam the area, seeking out the many kangaroos that graze in the wild (conditions permitting).

Reluctantly we leave the National Park passing by the Olympic 2000 site, arriving at your hotel around 5.30pm.

Park Hyatt Sydney (Accommodation Only) Australian Wild Escapes (L)

Day 3 - Longitude 131 / RED CENTRE

You leave Park Hyatt Sydney this morning by way of private transfer to the Domestic Airport for your flight to Ayers Rock. On arrival, you will be met and transferred close to the border of Uluru – Kata Tjuta National Park. This is a special place where you can connect with the spectacular landscape, ancient culture and mystical ambience of Australia's central heart.

You will stay in one of only fifteen elevated tents set on an isolated sand dune. Each tent is as unique as its surroundings, paying homage to early Australian pioneers with unusual and exquisite art throughout.

This afternoon, experience a longitude tour, which is not regimented or strictly set. The tours are designed to take advantage of the moment. An array of tours exploring Uluru, Kata Tjuta and environs are included in the Longitude 131° experience such as a botanical walk or a Songlines Sunset tour experiencing the cultural relationship between the aboriginals and the surrounding land.

Longitude 131 (D)

Day 4 - Longitude 131 / RED CENTRE

The day is yours to do as much or as little as you please. There are tours available both in the morning and afternoon/ evening. Why not join the 'In Gorge' Dramatic Sunset tour. On this tour, guests move to a quiet gorge at the base of the great monolith for a very personal, very dramatic view of sunset from 'within' Uluru. During sunset, Uluru changes dramatically and the size and scale of the formation is best gauged from a close up perspective.

Or perhaps join the Botanical Walk, which will take you through a variety of desert landscapes - dune country, Spinifex country, mulga woodlands and desert oak communities. Experience first hand native habitats, flora and fauna, bush food and bush medicine located in the area while being able to smell, touch and taste the surroundings.

Longitude (B,L,D)

Day 5 - Bullo River Station / TOP END

This morning you will check-in to Qantas for your scheduled flight to Darwin via Alice Springs. On arrival into Darwin, make your own way to General Aviation where your charter flight to Bullo River Station is waiting.

Situated in the top western corner of the Northern Territory, Bullo River Station is half a million-acre commercial cattle property. Get acquainted with your hosts - Marlee and Franz Ranacher – they will be your hosts throughout your stay. On Bullo you will experience cattle station life in a very remote part of Australia.

This evening enjoy dinner in the original homestead. Those who are adventurous will need a good rest this evening for the following days' activities.

Longitude 131 (B) Bullo River Station (D)

Day 6 & 7 - Bullo River Station / TOP END

Arise in the morning and breathe in the Outback air! After breakfast enjoy an hour of exhilarating action aboard the Station’s helicopter and become familiar with this awesome property. Witness the Bullo River, which meanders for over 50 miles through a spectacular valley on the property. The river runs from the lush fresh water of the Bullo Gorge to the mighty saltwater tidal Victoria River.

In the afternoon you may choose to go Barramundi fishing. The property has some of the best Barramundi fishing in the area. (Barramundi is Northern Australia’s premier angling and eating fish). It is also abundant in bird life and native fauna because of the natural permanent waters. Go bird watching or search for saltwater crocodiles from your own boat guided by Franz. In the evening return to the homestead and enjoy the peace and quiet of the Outback and great Aussie food and wine.

Bullo River Station (B,L,D)

Day 8 - Bullo River Station / TOP END

Today (depending on seasonal work) you may get the chance to participate in a helicopter muster - experience what it is really like. Or perhaps become a ‘ringer’; bull catching wild scrubbers. Bullo can be as daring or tranquil as you choose; Marlee and Franz will find the perfect activity for you.

Your last day on Bullo River Station is a great opportunity for more exploring; go hiking into the escarpments and to the many secluded billabongs and waterfalls that dot the landscape. You may want to join in on the many station activities such as cattle work or search for the elusive dingo. Today may be a day to chase that big Barramundi or simply grab a picnic and cruise down the Gorge in the boat while taking in the landscape that is northern Australia.

Bullo River Station (B,L,D)

Day 9 - Saville Park Suites / DARWIN

Today you farewell your hosts as you embark on another journey by charter plane out of Bullo River Station and back to Darwin. From the airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel.

Darwin is set on a rocky peninsula reaching into one of the most beautiful natural harbours on the north Australian coast. Elevated above the cliffs, surrounded by water on three sides, a city fanned by soft cool breezes that contributes to its tropical charm. The tropical climate encourages outdoor living and locals and visitors alike take advantage of this lifestyle. Take a stroll through Darwin's leafy streets, browsing through the art galleries and enjoying cafe life, discovering little hidden corners of the city.

You have the evening at leisure; perhaps visit Cullen Bay's shops and restaurants set amongst the great marina atmosphere. They all offer a wide range of different cuisines.

Bullo River Station (B,L) Saville Park Suites (Accommodation Only)

Day 10 - Lizard Island / GREAT BARRIER REEF

This morning you are collected from your hotel and transported to the airport for your scheduled flight to Lizard Island, via Cairns.

Lizard Island Resort is Australia’s northernmost island resort. It is an exclusive island of soft, powdery white beaches nestled right on the Great Barrier Reef. Imagine an Island so pristine, so untouched, that when you walk on the beach, yours are often the only footprints you will see - you could easily be forgiven for believing the island is yours alone. Lizard is the perfect escape. This afternoon relax on one of the island's 24 beaches.

Your accommodation is set in a broad sweeping arc along Anchor Bay, with easy access to the main Lodge, Anchor Bay Suites offer captivating sea views and each has a pathway leading directly to the beach. Seamlessly blending indoors and out in an elegant and spacious open plan design, a large veranda with daybed is one of the many designer comforts.

Tonight will be perfect for dinner by candlelight on the beach.

Lizard Island (L,D)

Day 11 - Lizard Island / GREAT BARRIER REEF

Following breakfast you may choose a day of diving and fishing. Lizard is renowned for its diving sites. At the famous ‘Cod Hole’, scuba divers come face-to-face with massive, yet curious potato cod. Enjoy a relaxing dive in a coral garden or an exhilarating drift dive along a channel drop-off. If you’d rather stay above water, Lizard is a fisherman’s dream, with an abundance of fish. Explore the coral gardens of the Blue Lagoon and marvel at giant 70-year-old clams from a glass-bottomed boat.

Lizard Island (B,L,D)

Day 12 & 13 - Lizard Island / GREAT BARRIER REEF

Spend your final days on Lizard Island any way you please. Do as much or as little as you like!

This evening dine at 'Ospreys Restaurant'. Superb food graces the table at every meal. The theme is "Cuisine Moderne" and the accent is on fresh local seafood, garden produce, tropical fruits and the most succulent, tender meats.

Lizard Island (B,L,D)

Day 14 - Park Hyatt / SYDNEY

Leave Lizard Island feeling relaxed and rejuvenated, ready for your flight home. Enjoy another scenic flight back to Cairns in time for your scheduled flight to Sydney.

On arrival back into Sydney, you will once again be met and privately transferred to your accommodation at the Park Hyatt Sydney.

Enjoy you last evening in Sydney watching the sun set over the magnificent Sydney Harbour

Lizard Island (B) Park Hyatt Sydney (Accommodation only)

Day 15 - Homeward Bound / DEPART AUSTRALIA

This morning you will be met at the Park Hyatt Sydney and privately transferred to Sydney Airport for your onward arrangements.

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