Welcome to Sydney! You will be picked up at the airport and transferred to your hotel. Upon arrival, please look for your transfer driver in the arrivals area (This service is on a private basis.)

Sydney

Hugging one of the world's most famous harbours, and defined by its two iconic structures, the Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Harbour Bridge, Australia's capital is instantly recognizable. But for a city that is so defined by a building though, its people sure do love spending time outdoors. From surfing, to hiking and just hanging in a park, it's the city's active population that gives it real life. There are always new restaurants to try, a different hiking trail to hit, and a sea of excitable locals down for a pint. Sydney is a true modern metropolis, and happy people form all over the world seem to funnel here, and the result is one of our favorite cities in the world.

Free Day

Enjoy today free at your leisure! Discover Sydney at your own pace and wander around this beautiful place!

After a fun time in Sydney, you will be picked up at your hotel and transferred to the airport. You will take a domestic flight to Adelaide for your next adventure! (This service is on a private basis.)

Upon arrival at the Adelaide airport, you will proceed to the Hertz rental car depot. Once you have collected your rental vehicle* you will proceed to Victor Harbor. Check-in and enjoy the remainder of the day at your leisure.

*RENTAL CAR DETAILS:
Vehicle: 1 x Medium 2WD/Class I/HFAR - Toyota Rav 4 or Similar
Includes: Unlimited Kilometers, Damage Cover (DC) Accident Damage Excess ADE is reduced to nil, Vehicle Registration Fees (VRR), Admin Fee (AF), Location Fee (LF), 24Hr Breakdown Roadside Assistance, Goods & Service Tax (GST), MAX Cover (MAX), Neverlost GPS.

Not included: Out of Hours Pick Up, Delivery & Collection Fees, Fuel Purchase Options, Additional Equipment (eg Child Seats), Road Tolls, Personal Accident and Effects Cover, Premium Roadside Assist, Private Parking Charges, One Way Fee.

This morning you will drive to Cape Jervis for your ferry transfer to Kangaroo Island (Tickets: 2 adults, 2 children, 1 car). Upon arrival at Penneshaw you will drive your accommodations located adjacent to the entrance of Flinders Chase National Park. Settle in and take in your new surroundings!

Kangaroo Island Free Day

Flinders Chase National Park only 5km away from Kangaroo Island Wilderness Retreat! The National Park is home to 34,000 hectares of natural wilderness, cultural heritage sites, numerous lighthouse history, and rivers and beaches.

Home to Remarkable Rocks – one of the most captivating views in South Australia. The Rocks which have been carved out and formed after 500 million years of wind, rain and crashing waves, are a ‘must do’ whilst on Kangaroo Island. The Rocks are so remarkable that they’ve become the signature attraction of the National Park, and have become a haven for photographers trying to capture the stunning sunrises and sunsets that frequent these parts. Another landmark in the National Park is Admirals Arch – An unusual yet impressive natural wonder created after thousands of years erosion led to the formation of a rock bridge. Becoming the perfect viewing station to observe the New Zealand Fur Seals that reside here.

Kangaroo Island is home to some of Australia’s best beaches. And situated at the Island’s westernmost inlet lies West Bay. Accessed via West Bay Road 22 kilometers from the Visitor Center, West Bay offers a pristine beach with water fantastic for fishing and swimming in. And with shipwrecks lying beyond the rugged headlands, West Bay is one of Kangaroo Islands most picturesque spots.

There are some fantastic walking trails (varying challenge levels) in the National Park that allow you to encounter wildlife, vegetation, and scenery that makes Kangaroo Island so unique. Platypus Waterhole Walk takes roughly 2 hours to complete and is a 4.5-kilometer return journey. The trail begins at the Flinders Chase Visitor Center and brings you to the famous Waterholes where you can try your luck at spotting a Platypus! Snake Lagoon Hike Starting at Snake Lagoon, this popular trail winds through Sugar Gums and mallee before descending into the Rocky River valley. The trail crosses Rocky River and meanders along its bank to the mouth, providing spectacular views through the valley and across the Southern Ocean. The trail is 4.2 Kilometers long, taking roughly 2 hours to return. Snake Lagoon is 9km from Flinders Chase Visitor Centre off the West Bay Road.

This morning you will drive to Penneshaw where you will board the return ferry back to Cape Jervis. Upon arrival, you will make your way to your Adelaide accommodations.

Adelaide

Like every city in Australia that isn't Sydney, Adelaide is eager to show off its unique spin on the arts, cuisine, music and culture. Some Australians might refer to Adelaide locals as stuffy, but locals would defend their right to be. Adelaide is one of the few British cities that wasn't a "penal colony," and whether that makes culture more refined or not, you're likely to notice a difference in people in comparison to the rest of the country. Slightly more British than the average Australian town, but with an international melding of culture, Adelaide is definitely a fun city to spend a few days.

After breakfast, you will drive from your hotel to the Adelaide airport to drop off your rental car and board your flight to Alice Springs.

Welcome to Alice Springs! Upon arrival at the airport, you will proceed to the Hertz rental car depot. Collect your vehicle* and drive to your accommodations. Check-in and enjoy the remainder of the day at your leisure.

*RENTAL CAR DETAILS:
Vehicle: 1 x Medium 2WD/Class I/HFAR - Toyota Rav 4 or Similar
Includes: Unlimited Kilometers, Damage Cover (DC) Accident Damage Excess ADE is reduced to nil, Vehicle Registration Fees (VRR), Admin Fee (AF), Location Fee (LF), 24Hr Breakdown Roadside Assistance, Goods & Service Tax (GST), MAX Cover (MAX), Neverlost GPS.

Not included: Out of Hours Pick Up, Delivery & Collection Fees, Fuel Purchase Options, Additional Equipment (eg Child Seats), Road Tolls, Personal Accident and Effects Cover, Premium Roadside Assist, Private Parking Charges, One Way Fee.

This morning, you will drive for around 6 hours ( 473km) to your Kings Caynon accommodation located near Wattarka National Park. Sit back and enjoy this beautiful ride filled with beautiful natural scenery. Spend the day exploring the park at your own leisure.

Watarrka National Park

Watarrka National Park includes the western end of the George Gill Range. This scenic landscape of rugged ranges, rock holes, and gorges acts as a refuge for many plants and animals. Kings Canyon is a highlight for visitors to Central Australia. The ancient red canyon walls soar 100m above Kings Creek to a plateau of rocky domes. The sheltered creek environments below protect an abundance of flora including the MacDonnell Ranges Cycad. Kathleen Springs is located 21km by road from Kings Canyon. Here the relicts of old stockyards can be seen along the pleasant walk to the permanent waterhole. The full length of the path is paved, and accessible by wheelchair and pram. The waterhole holds special significance for the local Aboriginal people and is important for wildlife, so swimming is not permitted.

Start your day with a 4-hour drive to the breathtaking Ayers Rock!

Uluru

Known colloquially as Ayers Rock, Uluru has kept travelers enticed for years, coming from all over the world to admire its impressive size and history. It is a spiritually significant attraction to the local Anangu people, which you will quickly understand for yourself. From the enchanting pink hues at sunrise, to the creeping shadows of the afternoon and the majestic shades of orange at sunset, this rock feels very much like a living thing. In order to accommodate visitors, a variety of resorts have sprouted around Uluru, ranging from quick stop motels, to five star luxury spas.

Today you will head to the Ayers Rock airport to drop off your rental car and board your domestic flight to Cairns.

Welcome to Cairns! Upon arrival at the airport, you will proceed to the Hertz rental car depot. Collect your vehicle* and drive to your Port Douglas accommodations (approximately 1 hour). Enjoy the coastal views along the way! Check-in and enjoy the remainder of the day at your leisure.

*RENTAL CAR DETAILS:
Vehicle: 1 x Medium 2WD/Class I/HFAR - Toyota Rav 4 or Similar
Includes: Unlimited Kilometers, Damage Cover (DC) Accident Damage Excess ADE is reduced to nil, Vehicle Registration Fees (VRR), Admin Fee (AF), Location Fee (LF), 24Hr Breakdown Roadside Assistance, Goods & Service Tax (GST), MAX Cover (MAX), Neverlost GPS.

Not included: Out of Hours Pick Up, Delivery & Collection Fees, Fuel Purchase Options, Additional Equipment (eg Child Seats), Road Tolls, Personal Accident and Effects Cover, Premium Roadside Assist, Private Parking Charges, One Way Fee.

Port Douglas

What used to be a remote fishing village, Port Douglas has expanded into the tropical and sophisticated alternative to the bustling tourist scene in Cairns. Only an hour drive north from Cairns along the coast, you venture along spectacular views of lush forest and the Coral Sea. The town is recognized for it's exotic beach resorts and as an ideal hub from which to explore the Great Barrier Reef. Port Douglas' main attraction though, is the palm fringed golden sands of Four Mile Beach, making it the perfect pristine tropical getaway.

Free Day

Explore Port Douglas at your leisure today!

Free Day

Enjoy your free day!

Free Day

Day at your leisure. You may want to take a visit to the Wildlife Habitat!

Free Day

Enjoy your last day in Port Douglas! Wander into the places that you may have missed or simply relax by the beach.

Although your adventure must come to an end today, you will be leaving with new friends, amazing experiences and memories to cherish for the rest of your life. Once you have checked out of your hotel in Port Douglas, you leave drop-off your rental car at the airport in good time to board your international departure flight.

We wish you safe and happy travels home! (This service is on a private basis.)