There’s something about the phrase ‘G’day’ that captures so much of the warmth, hospitality, and easy-going attitudes you’ll find everywhere in Australia.
This warmth isn’t a myth. Take our guides. Whether you’re exploring the street-art-splashed laneways of Melbourne, venturing beyond central Sydney, tasting your way around Byron Bay, or spotting wildlife around the campfire in Tasmania, you’ll come away feeling like you’ve made a friend for life. Their passions, and their enthusiasm for sharing them with you, are infectious.
Aside from diving into Australia’s unfathomable richness of landscapes — spanning desert to rainforest to mountains to reefs — you can take your pick from a compendium of activities curated by our specialists.
You might find yourself taking surf lessons from professionals, or snorkelling alongside whale sharks under the guidance of marine biologists. You could take a seaplane to a Michelin-starred restaurant on the edge of a national park, and be led straight to the cellar doors of the best boutique estates of Australia’s (many) winelands. You might even take a small-ship expedition cruise of the serrated Kimberley coast, a region so remote that parts still remain uncharted.
Our specialists will help you connect with Australia’s Aboriginal and Indigenous people, who remain the guardians of the oldest continuous culture on the planet. We’ve chosen experiences that are authentic, respectful, and responsible — whether you’re exploring rock-art galleries with your Kuku Yalanji guide in Queensland, or learning about traditional Koori bushtucker in New South Wales.
You might already have a version of Australia playing in your head, gathered nebulously from various TV and film representations — but we think you’ll find the real deal exceeds all expectations.
Our ideas for exploring Australia
We can point you toward tried-and-tested routes around the country, but we’ll also add suggestions like cruises and Outback train journeys to the mix.
Where to stay in Australia
Our specialists have selected stays that showcase Australian hospitality at its best, including bijou B&Bs, safari-style luxury tents, and forward-thinking ecolodges.
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Longitude 131°
Opulent, stylish and occupying an unsurpassed position in one of the most spiritual places in Australia, the marvellous Longitude 131掳 luxury lodge has fifteen elevated safari-inspired tents.
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Qualia
Qualia offers exquisite accommodation in an idyllic location on the secluded northern tip of Hamilton Island.
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Saffire Freycinet
Overlooking Great Oyster Bay from its discreet hillside location, Saffire, is a wonderful retreat and coastal sanctuary to relax and unwind.
Suggested activities for Australia
We’ll pepper your trip with experiences you wouldn’t find anywhere but Australia, from expert-led rock-art tours to encounters with the country’s one-of-a-kind wildlife.
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Snorkelling with Whale Sharks
Experience a unique ocean experience swimming with the largest fish in the sea. From late March to early July each year whale sharks converge in the nutrient rich waters off the Ningaloo Reef, timing their annual visits with the coral spawning.
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Exceptional Kangaroo Island
Twelve thousand years ago Kangaroo Island was part of mainland Australia. The Ice Age and low sea levels allowed the Island to be populated with an amazing array of wildlife. Kangaroo Island鈥檚 plants and animals are now isolated and are clearly different from their mainland relatives.
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'Cruise Like A Local Lunch Cruise' with Sensational Sydney Cruises
Jump aboard a 16 m (52 ft) 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 in Sydney.
Australia in pictures
In partnership with Tourism Australia
