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A highlight of this Australia tour is your train journey from Adelaide to Perth in Gold Service on the legendary Indian Pacific, one of the world's few truly transcontinental trains. On the world’s longest straight stretch of railway track, sit back, relax, and marvel at the changing landscapes as you travel through the Nullarbor Plain, offering a glimpse into Australia's remote region. Enjoy Dinner Under the Stars at a remote and beautiful outpost that borders a “small” sheep station of 2.5 million acres—a special experience Globus had included to make sure your Australia vacation is unique.
Other highlights of this Australia tour include an excursion to Kangaroo Island to see Australian sea lions, koalas, kangaroos, and wallabies in one of the world's last unspoiled habitats. In Adelaide, wander among kangaroos, wallabies, emus, and water birds at Cleland Wildlife Park. Explore Melbourne on a walking tour through the city's famous lanes and arcades—another unique experience Globus includes—and cruise on Sydney Harbour. In Fiji, enjoy sightseeing and time at leisure. In Cairns, take a high-speed catamaran to the Great Barrier Reef, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. There’s time to snorkel, take a semi-submersible watercraft tour, and attend a presentation by a marine biologist.
This Australia & Fiji tour also includes free time in each city, so you can explore on your own. Just be sure to bring your camera to capture all the memories you’re sure to create.
Highlights
Airport transfers; Sigatoka River Safari; Monograms Local Host service
GREAT BARRiER REEF (CAIRNS)Outer Great Barrier Reef cruise with choice of activities; Monograms Local Host service
SYDNEY Welcome dinner at a waterfront restaurant; sightseeing; visit the Opera House, botanic gardens, and Bondi Beach; Sydney Harbour cruise
MELBOURNE LF Walking tour of Melbourne’s lanes and arcades; sightseeing, including Fitzroy Gardens
ADELAIDE Sightseeing; LF tasting at Haigh’s Chocolates; visit to Cleland Wildlife Park with an animal encounter; LF special "Flavours of South Australia" dinner; excursion to Kangaroo Island with visits to Seal Bay Conservation Park, Kangaroo Island Wildlife Park, and Emu Run Eucalyptus Distillery
ADELAIDE–PERTH Travel in Gold Service on the legendary Indian Pacific Train; LF Dinner Under the Stars at Rawlinna
PERTH City sightseeing including visit to Fremantle; farewell dinner
2020 Tour itinerary
Total meals included:
- 18 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 4 dinners
ARRIVE IN NADI, FIJI–CORAL COAST
Day1
Welcome to Fiji! Step off the plane and into this tropical paradise. Arrive Nadi and transfer to your resort on the Coral Coast for a three night stay. The remainder of your day is at your leisure.
CORAL COAST
Day2
This morning’s highlight is a half day SIGATOKA RIVER SAFARI. Be transported into the heart and soul of Fiji, aboard a custom-built jet boat. Cruise your way up the magnificent Sigatoka River to visit an authentic Fijian village and experience a day in the life of the real “Kaiviti” (Fijian). The remainder of your day is yours to explore the beautiful beaches or perhaps sample some local cuisine.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
CORAL COAST
Day3
Today is at leisure. Make sure to check the daily activities offered at your resort. You may wish to take a dip in the pool, enjoy a Fijian handicraft demonstration, spend some time in the water with kayaks or paddleboards, or simply enjoy an amazing sunset with a cool drink.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
NADI–CAIRNS, AUSTRALIA
Day4
Transfer from the Coral Coast to Nadi and then fly to Cairns, “Gateway to the Great Barrier Reef,” one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. The balance of the day is at leisure.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
CAIRNS. EXCURSION TO THE OUTER GREAT BARRIER REEF.
Day5
Today, prepare for the experience of a lifetime when you board a catamaran and cruise to the Great Barrier Reef. Explore this underwater world that is a dazzling kaleidoscope of color and brilliance. Choose to SNORKEL, take a semi-submersible WATERCRAFT TOUR, or attend a presentation by a marine biologist.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
CAIRNS.
Day6
A full day at leisure in this tropical paradise. Your Local Host will have suggestions for sightseeing, shopping, and dining.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
CAIRNS–SYDNEY
Day7
Fly to Sydney. Hotel rooms are available for immediate check-in. This evening, join your travel group for a 6 pm welcome briefing and special dinner at a WATERFRONT RESTAURANT.
Meals included:
- Dinner
SYDNEY.
Day8
Enjoy sightseeing in one of the world’s most beautiful cities. First stop, a guided tour of the interior and theaters of the world-famous SYDNEY OPERA HOUSE, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Next, travel to Mrs Macquarie’s Chair in the City’s BOTANIC GARDENS for great photo opportunities and sweeping views of the harbor. Visit one of Sydney’s famous beaches, BONDI BEACH, where there is time for lunch, souvenir shopping, or a stroll on the white sands. Return to Sydney Harbour and enjoy a CRUISE to see the sites and skyline of this incredible city. The remainder of the day is at leisure. Your Tour Director will have suggestions for additional sightseeing, dining, and shopping.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
SYDNEY.
Day9
A full free day to explore Sydney. You may wish to climb to the top of Sydney Harbour Bridge for unrivaled views, spend the day in the Hunter Valley sampling some of Australia’s best wines, or take the ferry to nearby Manly Beach for a day of sun and fun.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
SYDNEY–MELBOURNE.
Day10
Fly to Melbourne, where you’ll explore the city’s famous lanes and arcades on a LF WALKING TOUR. See trendy boutiques and cafés, unique street art, and architecture while hearing historic tales of Melbourne along the way. Evening is at leisure in this cosmopolitan city.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
MELBOURNE
Day11
This morning, sightseeing includes the city’s landmarks of Parliament House, beautiful FITZROY GARDENS, Queen Victoria Market, and more. The remainder of the day is free to explore more on your own. You may wish to travel to Phillip Island to see the nightly Penguin Parade, where you can experience the magic of the little penguins returning home at sunset to one of the largest penguin colonies in Australia.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
MELBOURNE
Day12
More time for independent exploration today. Your Tour Director suggests shopping at Melbourne Central, a trip to the top of the Eureka Sky Deck for 360-degree views of the city below or an excursion to explore the spectacular Great Ocean Road and the “Twelve Apostles.”
Meals included:
- Breakfast
MELBOURNE–ADELAIDE.
Day13
This morning, fly to Adelaide, known for its mild Mediterranean climate. A city tour includes St. Peter’s Cathedral, the Adelaide Oval, North Adelaide, and the city’s Central Market—a thriving hub for food and culture for over 148 years. Next, enjoy a LF tasting at HAIGH’S CHOCOLATES, an Adelaide chocolate-maker since 1915. With the remainder of the day at leisure, you may wish to explore the Art Gallery of South Australia, stroll the streets of the beachside neighborhood of Glenelg, or enjoy Adelaide’s vibrant restaurant scene.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
ADELAIDE. EXCURSION TO KANGAROO ISLAND
Day14
Early this morning, depart Adelaide and travel by motorcoach and ferry to KANGAROO ISLAND, one of the world’s last unspoiled habitats. Visit KANGAROO ISLAND WILDLIFE PARK home to kangaroos, wallabies, and koalas. You’ll have the chance to see and learn about some of Australia’s unique animals such as wombats, dingos, and echidnas. After lunch, see a colony of rare Australian sea lions and enjoy a walk on the beach with a national park ranger at SEAL BAY CONSERVATION PARK. Then, visit EMU RIDGE EUCALYPTUS DISTILLERY to learn about this unique plant. Before departing the island, make a photo stop at beautiful Pennington Bay and enjoy a little free time Penneshaw. Return to Adelaide late this evening.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
ADELAIDE. BOARD INDIAN PACIFIC TRAIN
Day15
Visit CLELAND WILDLIFE PARK, where you can wander among some of Australia’s famous animals such as kangaroos, wallabies, emus, echidna, and various water birds. Enjoy a wildlife experience during your time here. A special LF "Flavours of South Australia" dinner is served before boarding one of the few truly transcontinental trains in the world, the INDIAN PACIFIC.
NOTE:On the Indian Pacific train, twin cabins feature upper and lower berths, washbasin, toilet, and shower. Single cabins feature a single berth and washbasin with shared toilet and shower facilities.
Plan to pack an overnight bag with necessities for the train portion of this tour, including medications, eyeglasses, and other important items. Your other baggage will be checked and you will not be able to access it until arrival in Perth.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
INDIAN PACIFIC TRAIN
Day16
Awaken to the spectacular expanse of the Nullarbor Plain before enjoying a leisurely breakfast. Relax on board today as you marvel at the ever-changing landscape passing by your window. A special LF DINNER UNDER THE STARS awaits you at Rawlinna, the remote and beautiful outpost that borders a sheep station of 2.5 million acres.
NOTE:
Dinner Under the Stars is weather-dependent. Off-train experiences are subject to change and will be advised by the Tour Director while on tour.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
INDIAN PACIFIC TRAIN–PERTH
Day17
Continue across the remote yet beautiful region of Australia. On board, you may wish to relax in the lounge car and share stories with fellow travelers, snap a few shots from the large picture windows, or just relax with a glass of Australian wine. Glide through the Avon Hills before arriving in Perth mid-afternoon. Transfer to your hotel for a 3-night stay.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
PERTH. EXCURSION TO FREMANTLE
Day18
This morning, explore Perth on a sightseeing tour. Learn more about this isolated capital city of Western Australia, and see some of the city’s famous sites such as Kings Park Botanic Gardens, the iconic Swan Bell Tower, and the Perth Mint. Next, it’s on to the historic port of Fremantle with its marinas, charming heritage buildings, and many shops and restaurants. The remainder of the day is yours to explore. Your Tour Director will have suggestions for shopping, dining, and additional sightseeing.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
PERTH
Day19
A full day to explore Perth. You may wish to visit one of Perth’s many beaches, see the extensive collection of Aboriginal art at the Art Gallery of Western Australia, or enjoy an optional trip to Rottnest Island, home to over 60 beaches, historic buildings, and the friendly quokka—a marsupial only found in Western Australia. This evening, join your Tour Director and fellow traveling companions for a festive farewell dinner—the perfect ending to your trip across Australia!
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
PERTH
Day20
Your tour ends with breakfast this morning.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
Hotels
It may occasionally be necessary to use alternative hotels of a similar standard to those shown.
Outrigger Fiji Beach Resort
Deluxe
Outrigger Fiji Beach Resort is situated in an exquisite seaside setting reminiscent of a time-honored Fijian village. The hotel features sweeping views from the hilltop Bebe Spa Fiji, magnificent tropical pool, beach access with complimentary kayaks, snorkeling gear, and paddle boards, Fijian culture activities, entertainment, and daily kava ceremony, daily Fijian handicraft demonstrations, fitness center, an ATM/currency exchange, and self-service laundry and dry cleaning.
Location
Sydney Drive, off the Queens Highway, Coral Coast, Fiji
Hotel Facilities
- Hot Tub
- Gift Shop
- Concierge desk
- Laundry Available
- Elevator
- ATM
- Restaurant On-Site
- Bar/Lounge
- Pool
- Spa Services
- Luggage Storage
- Currency Exchange
- Fitness Room
- Beauty Salon
- Parking/Valet
Room Facilities
- Climate Control
- Internet Access
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Coffee Maker
- Mini-bar
- Wake-Up Calls
- Cable/Satellite
- Voicemail
- Alarm Clock
- Air Conditioning
- Window Opens
- Phone
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Room Service
- In-Room Safe
- Desk
- Pay Movies
- Hair Dryer
- Television
- Complimentary Toiletries
Pacific Hotel
First-Class
The Pacific Hotel boasts a magnificent location, personalized service and award winning hospitality. Contemporary, and with a tropical ambience, befitting a bygone era - an era when great service and friendly hospitality were the rule rather than the exception. Ideal for visitors who wish to explore all the attractions Cairns has to offer with shopping and dining right at the hotel's front door. The hotel features an on-site restaurant and bar, ATM, and coin-operated self-service laundry.
Location
Corner Esplanade & Spence Street, Cairns, Australia
Hotel Facilities
- Free WiFi
- Bar/Lounge
- Luggage Storage
- Concierge desk
- Elevator
- Pool
- Parking/Valet
- Currency Exchange
- Restaurant On-Site
- Business Center
- ATM
Room Facilities
- Mini-bar
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Pay Movies
- Television
- Window Opens
- Phone
- Climate Control
- Complimentary Newspaper
- Wake-Up Calls
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Alarm Clock
- Hair Dryer
- Room Service
- Air Conditioning
- In-Room Safe
- Coffee Maker
- Desk
- Internet Access
- Voicemail
The Grace Hotel
Superior First-Class
Located in the heart of Sydney, this heritage-listed hotel is offers warm and personal service and exudes a unique blend of old world charm with modern comfort to meet the needs of guests today. Relax and keep fit at the rooftop recreation center with gym, heated indoor lap pool, sauna, and steam room. If you are in the mood to indulge, treat your taste buds at the relaxed and intimate ambience of Grace Brasserie. Wi-Fi access is available throughout the hotel to catch up with work or connect with your loved ones. The hotel also features coin-operated, self-service laundry.
Location
77 York Street, Sydney, Australia
Hotel Facilities
- Business Center
- Beauty Salon
- ATM
- Restaurant On-Site
- Spa Services
- Fitness Room
- Parking/Valet
- Hot Tub
- Bar/Lounge
- Pool
- Elevator
- Free WiFi
- Concierge desk
- Gift Shop
- Currency Exchange
Room Facilities
- Non-smoking Rooms
- In-Room Safe
- Air Conditioning
- Phone
- Mini-bar
- Voicemail
- Pay Movies
- Desk
- Internet Access
- Television
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Climate Control
- Coffee Maker
- Hair Dryer
- Room Service
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Cable/Satellite
The Savoy Hotel on Little Collins
First-Class
Situated in the heart of downtown Melbourne, The Savoy Hotel on Little Collins is ideally located for exploring the city. The hotel features an on-site restaurant, bar, gym, and complimentary Wi-Fi.
Location
630 Little Collins Street, Melbourne, Australia
Hotel Facilities
- Free WiFi
- Laundry Available
- Spa Services
- ATM
- Fitness Room
- Parking/Valet
- Business Center
- Restaurant On-Site
- Bar/Lounge
- Luggage Storage
Room Facilities
- Television
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Air Conditioning
- Mini-bar
- Coffee Maker
- Hair Dryer
- In-Room Safe
- Desk
- Phone
- Alarm Clock
- Cable/Satellite
- Internet Access
- Voicemail
- Room Service
- Climate Control
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Wake-Up Calls
Majestic Roof Garden Hotel
First-Class
Style and function are themes of the Majestic Roof Garden Hotel. As the Majestic's flagship, built in 2004, this award-winning hotel boasts simplicity, efficiency, and an eco-centric design. And as it sits just off of the lively Rundle Street, the convenience of bars, restaurants, shopping and museums is unparalleled. After a busy day of sightseeing and on-the-go activities, guests are welcomed back to comfortable accommodations and locally fresh cuisine in the hotel's restaurant - not to mention a great selection of wine! Follow it up with a view of the city from a relaxing garden roof-top, for which the hotel is aptly named.
Location
55 Frome Street, Adelaide, Australia
Hotel Facilities
- Fitness Room
- Business Center
- Elevator
- Restaurant On-Site
- Free WiFi
- Bar/Lounge
- Laundry Available
- Luggage Storage
- Concierge desk
Room Facilities
- Room Service
- Mini-bar
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Coffee Maker
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Internet Access
- Climate Control
- Cable/Satellite
- Desk
- Hair Dryer
- Television
- Phone
- Air Conditioning
Indian Pacific Train - Adelaide to Perth
The Indian Pacific train takes you across Australia and is considered one of the world's longest and greatest train journeys. Experience this fascinating train journey in the comfort of Gold Service, featuring private overnight sleeper cabins, a separate dining car, and access to the Outback Explorer Lounge, the perfect place to gather with friends to enjoy a drink as you marvel at the spectacular Australian scenery. Twin cabins feature upper and lower berths, washbasin, toilet, and shower. Single cabins feature a single berth and washbasin withshared toilet and shower facilities.
Location
, Adelaide, Australia
Room Facilities
- Air Conditioning
Four Points by Sheraton Perth
First-Class
Located in the heart of Perth's Central Business District, Four Points by Sheraton Perth, features spacious and modern guestrooms, fitness center, on-site restaurant and bar, and complimentary Wi-Fi. A laundry service is available for a fee.
Location
707 Wellington Street, Perth, Australia
Hotel Facilities
- Free WiFi
- ATM
- Restaurant On-Site
- Business Center
- Elevator
- Luggage Storage
- Laundry Available
- Fitness Room
- Bar/Lounge
- Concierge desk
Room Facilities
- Desk
- Television
- Cable/Satellite
- In-Room Safe
- Internet Access
- Hair Dryer
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Room Service
- Mini-bar
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Phone
- Air Conditioning
- Climate Control
- Coffee Maker
