Travel Detail

After clearing Customs and Immigration formalities, neet your driver and transfer to the hotel in the city.

Repeatedly voted the world's most liveable city, Melbourne prides itself on its style and multifaceted urban culture. With a well-ordered downtown on the Yarra River, surrounded by parks and gardens, the capital of Victoria offers world-class art and live entertainment, a serious devotion to good coffee, gorgeous architecture, rich Aboriginal history, and top-notch dining. It's bound to be an urban highlight of any Australia vacation.

Ideally located in the heart of town on one of Melbourne’s most iconic laneways, Holiday Inn Express Melbourne Little Collins is just 700 metres from Marvel Stadium and a short walk to local attractions like Melbourne Aquarium and Melbourne Convention Centre. Our coveted position amid majestic heritage buildings, a variety of boutiques, hole-in-the-wall bars, cool cafes and historic arcades provides the ideal base from which to explore Australia’s culture capital, or dash to your next meeting.

Embrace the day with a stunning coastal drive south of Melbourne and prepare to be inspired and delighted by the diverse, boot-shaped region known as the Mornington Peninsula. Welcome to "Foodie Heaven", where serious food lovers are in for a treat.

After a relaxing drive down Port Philip Bay, we find our way to the beautiful Red Hill region of Mornington. Be greeted by the owner of one of the longest continuously running small produce farms on the peninsula. Hear her family's stories and learn about their unique organic growing techniques. You will get to sample honey straight from the bee hive, learn about the native plants and how they have been used by the indigenous populations for centuries and develop a new found appreciation for food and the Mornington. Sit down and be treated to a delicious Devonshire Tea complete with fresh home made scones, house made jam and fresh cream as well as some local teas. There is no better way to start your day.

We head for a 27 acre farm known for producing some of the best olives, coffee and assorted produce on the peninsula. Our hosts will take us for a tour of the property before enjoying a cosy picnic in the picturesque olive grove, in the paddock or watching the ducks on the pond surrounded by nature sampling an assortment of local delicacies (upon request). Alternatively you can enjoy a two course lunch at one of the local wineries over looking the region.

Try some of the Best Mornington Peninsula Wines.

Later you'll sit back, relax and enjoy the surrounds' while eating and drinking some of the finest food and wine the Mornington Peninsula has to offer.

After lunch take a drive down the road to sample cool climate wines with one of our favourite wine makers, freshly made goats cheese from a local dairy or succulent strawberries and cherries from the fruit farms in the area. What more could a foodie want?

Experience this majestic coastal drive-in style with your small group and enjoy time to relax and fully appreciate the wonders of this world-famous touring route. Stay on the lookout for some very special animals including whales, dolphins, echidnas and bandicoots. Your camera will get a good workout along this exciting journey where we will stop for plenty of photo opportunities.

To begin, your expert guide will collect you from your Melbourne hotel to commence your exciting road trip. Your next stop will be at Apollo Bay, a tranquil seaside town which is most noteworthy for its setting among the soft rolling hills. It offers a great selection of cafes and restaurants where you can enjoy some lunch (not included). Following this, we will enjoy a walk in the forest in the Otway Ranges. A truly unique day out, capped off by a visit to the ancient rock formations of the Twelve Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge. Finally, your Oceania guide will transfer you back to the comfort of your hotel in Melbourne.

We plant a native tree for every passenger on our Great Ocean Road Tour.

Experience beach boxes, kangaroos, koalas, birds, coastal walks, and the world-famous Phillip Island Penguin Parade. Enjoy round-trip transportation from your city hotel in air-conditioned comfort, with multilingual audio guides to ensure you don't miss a thing. Start with a visit to the Brighton Beach Boxes, then head to Maru Koala & Animal Park to get up close to kangaroos, koalas, and other native animals. Explore the Nobbies Tourist Centre to learn about the region's oceans and wildlife, and take a walk along the Nobbies boardwalk to see the blowhole and spectacular Seal Rock. Purchase dinner at the Penguin Parade Tourist Complex before witnessing the world-famous penguin parade.

Transfer from the hotel to the airport for the flight to Sydney.

On arrival, meet your driver and transfer to your hotel.

This afternoon step inside the iconic Sydney Opera House and discover the extraordinary stories of one of the globe's most recognized landmarks. Throughout your experience, the passionate guide will take you inside theatres and foyers that are otherwise off-limits, while letting you in on some insider secrets pertaining to the history of the building and the people who were behind its creation. Following the tour, soak up the views while enjoying your choice of the main meal at the Opera Bar (an iconic Sydney venue focusing on Australian cuisines and suppliers) or House Canteen (harbourside all-day hawker-style venue offering pan-Asian cuisine), accompanied by a refreshing beverage (either wine, beer, or soft drink).

You'll always be in the centre of the action at the ParkRoyal Darling Harbour hotel, with a convenient location just minutes away from the city's top sights and attractions. The friendly, well-informed hotel associates at the ParkRoyal Darling Harbour, Sydney are always on hand to share their knowledge of the city's best-kept secrets with you. Explore the neighbourhood and feel the buzz of energy in the bustling Sydney CBD and surrounding areas. Go for a stroll and enjoy the amazing views at Cockle Bay, take in the city's history and culture at The Rocks, or enjoy some retail therapy at Harbourside and Pitt Street Mall. Once you're finished exploring, simply rest and relax in the comfort of the 340 rooms and suites at this premium Sydney hotel.

The Blue Mountains National Park is one of seven national parks that make up the Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage Area. This wonderland of sandstone outcrops, deep ravines and hazy blue eucalypt forests boasts luxury retreats and stunning views. Today your guide will take you off the beaten track to visit remote lookout locations and discuss the history, flora and fauna of this magnificent region.

7:00 - 7:30 AM Depart from the hotel with AEA Luxury Tours. Our first stop of the day is at Calmsley Hill a working farm also home to Kangaroos, Emus, Wombats and Koalas. Enjoy morning tea and time to wander at leisure.

From Calmsley Hill we continue to ascend the Blue Mountains via the highway. We will visit one of a range of stunning outlooks of the Jamison Valley seeing beautiful vistas. Where possible this will be away from the crowds of tours that visit the mountains each day with other operators, thus our guests will enjoy a stress and hurry free environment taking in the views and information imparted by their guide.

Continuing on we arrive at Eaglehawk Lookout, a remote lookout points away from the crowds for views of the famous 3 Sisters. Whilst the Blue Mountains features so much more than this natural attraction you can't help but admire the unquestionable beauty of this amazing rock formation. The character of the Three Sisters changes throughout the day and throughout the seasons as the sunlight brings out the magnificent colors. Here your guide will discuss the legends behind this famous rock formation and time available for you to take some great photos.

We then make our way around the mountain towards the village of Blackheath and our lunch venue the Hydro Majestic. Here in this relaxed venue with stunning views. We enjoy a 2-course lunch with tea/coffee. All diets are catered for (excluding Kosher Meals). Beverages can be purchased at your own expense from the Bar.

The afternoon is spent visiting a selection of lookouts. Once you clap your eyes on the view from Govetts Leap you'll know why it's one of the most famous lookouts in Australia. The magnificent waterfall drops a whopping 180m to the base of the cliff. If you're not mesmerized by the dancing waves of water spray, you'll be transfixed by the sweeping views down the valley to the Grose Wilderness. We then stop briefly to enjoy a glass of sparkling wine or orange juice at the delightful Mt Tomah Botanic Gardens our last stop, where we enjoy the sweeping views across to Sydney before travelling down the Bells Line of Road to arrive back at your hotel approximately 4:30 - 5:00 pm.

Transfer to the Sydney Airport for your flight to Fiji.

On arrival, meet your driver and transfer to the hotel on Fiji's Coral Coast.

Set on a brilliant white sand beach with crystal clear lagoons, Warwick Fiji is located on Fiji's famous Coral Coast, an 80km /50mi stretch of Fiji's finest beaches, and covers the spectacular ocean side drive between Nadi and Suva. The five star resort offers 247 rooms and deluxe suites with views overlooking tropical gardens and the blue pacific ocean. Expansive facilities sit amongst 28 acres of tropical gardens with five restaurants, six bars including a swim-up bar, two swimming pools, a kids club, two tennis courts, two squash courts, a fully air conditioned gym, a luxurious Spa with hydrotherapy treatment pools. A haven for destination Fiji weddings, Warwick Fiji also has two ballrooms and a purposely built beachfront Wedding deck. A large variety of complimentary activities is included with any stay: all non-motorized water activities (paddle boarding, kayaking and snorkelling) tennis, squash, badminton, racquetball, basketball, bike hire, snorkelling lessons, bird watching tours and Fijian medicinal walks. The Resort is currently undertaking coral gardening and clamshell programs overlooked by an in-house Marine Biologist and invites guests to participate in these remarkable environmental projects. Tours to three different local village communities and a magnificent waterfall up the valley are organized or a glass bottom boat tour of the outer reef and an exciting night snorkel for the more adventurous. The resort offers nightly entertainment including traditional fire-walking, Fijian traditional dances known as the meke and live bands. Surrounded by local villages and other local attractions, Warwick Fiji truly offers an authentic and complete Fiji holiday.

The Coral Coast on the main island of Viti Levu was the first region in Fiji to be developed for tourism and is the most popular area for visitors on a Fiji vacation. This region is located on the south-western side of the main island starting 15 kilometres/10 miles south of Nadi and takes 90 minutes to drive along en route to the capital, Suva. It is located on one of the world’s largest coral reefs and offers 80 kilometres/50 miles of excellent beaches with a good choice of resort hotels.

As you drive along the coast made up of bays, beaches, rocky promontories and mangrove forests, you will notice the background of steep hills rising sharply into the mountain ranges.
The resort and market town of Sigatoka is one of the main centres of the Coral Coast on trips to Fiji.
Apart from its selection of hotels, it also offers some interesting sightseeing such as the beautiful Sigatoka sand dunes, the Tavuni Fort and the Coral Coast railway, a miniature train which travels to Natadola Beach.

The Off-Road Cave Safari offers a half day of adventure for those who wish to experience the ‘Road Less Travelled’ on the all-terrain vehicle into the heart of Fiji. Passengers will journey across the mighty Sigatoka River known to be the longest river in Fiji and then head up inland to see more of the beauty of Fiji’s interior and learn more about the cannibalism history of Fiji’s largest cave system, the Naihehe Cave. Naihehe Cave was home to the 'Sautabu' people during the days of tribal warfare.

A second full day at leisure to enjoy the beautiful Coral Coast

Following breakfast, transfer to the Nadi Airport for you flight home.