Sydney + Uluru + Lizard Island

Flights Included from Los Angeles - Sydney - Cairns - Los Angeles in business class.  Ask for a quote from your home town.

Day 1

Sydney

Soak up Sydney’s  gorgeous Harbour, seductive outdoor lifestyle and great natural beauty.   Cruise under the Sydney Harbour Bridge or wave at the Opera House as you ride   a ferry across the Harbour to Manly. Learn to surf at Bondi Beach or swim in   the calm waters of Coogee. Lose yourself in the cobblestone cul-de-sacs of   The Rocks or in the markets, boutiques, cafes and pubs of Paddington. As well   as a world-famous Harbour and more than 70 sparkling beaches, Sydney offers   fabulous food, festivals and 24/7 fun.

Private Car/Driver International Airport to City Hotel 

Accommodation at Four Seasons Hotel Sydney 

4 Nights  

This property is a short walking distance to Circular Quay and the historic Rocks district. The hotel is vibrant and elegant, and all rooms have been carefully designed and subtly furnished with the highest quality amenities. The guest rooms décor is inspired by the soothing blues and crisp whites of the surrounding Harbour, with wood details and spacious marble bathrooms, starting from 26 sq. meters to 53 sq. meters and offers city, partial Harbour or Harbour views. 

This afternoon is at leisure to relax and explore on your own.  

Day 2 

Sydney  

The Cottage Point Inn Fly and Dine 

Commence your 4 hour tour with a 20 minute scenic flight to the award winning Cottage Point Inn. This beautiful restaurant is perched on the waters edge in the heart of the Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park and is renowned for offering exceptional modern Australian cuisine. Upon landing we taxi the aircraft to the restaurant’s seaplane dock, where Cottage Point Inn’s friendly staff offer a warm welcome and any number of great Australian wines. After a leisurely lunch reboard your seaplane and return to Sydney Harbour. Enjoy a flying circuit of the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House, before landing at Rose Bay. Make your own way to your Sydney accommodation.  

Day 3 

Sydney  

Private Sydney Harbour Long Lunch Cruise 

Enjoy a 4 hour cruise on iconic Sydney Harbour on board a luxury cruiser. Cruise past the world famous landmarks of the Harbour Bridge and the Sydney Opera House as your crew will be on hand to tell you about the past and modern day history of the Harbour. Start with entrée at Watsons Bay and then cruise onto Middle Head and into Middle Harbour. Discover the beauty of the Harbour and then stop at Balmoral for lunch at a world famous iconic Harbour side restaurant.   Depart Balmoral and cruise past the Spit Bridge while you indulge on your dessert and cheese platter & wines to match before the return to the main Harbour where you will have an opportunity to stop for a swim if you choose (time & weather permitting). 

Day 4 

Sydney  

Morning An Authentic Aboriginal Experience 

This 5 hour tour provides you with the opportunity to discover the world’s oldest living culture, first hand through the eyes of a local Aboriginal man, a respected member of the Bundjalung nation. Your host will take you directly to the Royal Botanic Gardens, a beautiful oasis in the centre of the city. Here you will meet your Aboriginal guide who will conduct a traditional "Welcome To Country" ceremony and start on your walking tour through Garden and discovering the captivating history of the people and plants associated with the oldest botanic gardens in Australia. Get an insight into native flora with a focus on Indigenous bushfood. From here, say goodbye to your guide and continue on a scenic tour of Sydney’s Eastern Beaches, passing Maroubra, Clovelly and Bronte beaches. You will visit an authentic Aboriginal Art Gallery to view art sources from some of the most remote Aboriginal communities in the country. Stop for lunch at one of the beaches along the way, giving you the chance to taste some of Sydney’s fresh and gourmet delights. Upon conclusion of lunch, you will be transferred to your Sydney city accommodation. 

Private Sydney Opera House Architectural Tour 

On this historical tour you'll learn how in the mid-1950s, Australia and a man from Denmark, Jørn Utzon, created a sculpture on Sydney Harbour that changed the course of twentieth-century architecture. To quote US architect Frank Gehry, “(it) changed the image of an entire country.” Hear how visionaries, idealists, architects, engineers, pragmatists and artists together built this architectural and engineering masterpiece that was at the cutting edge of what was possible at the time.  

Day 5 

Sydney to Ayers Rock/Uluru  

Private Car/Driver City Hotel to Domestic Airport 

Ayers Rock/Uluru  

Uluru, the true Aboriginal name for what many people know as Ayers Rock, rises from the broad desert plain in the deep centre of Australia and it's one of the country's most recognisable natural icons. The famous "Rock" stands 348 metres high and is located 440 kilometres south-west of Alice Springs in the Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. Forty kilometres to the west of Uluru is Kata Tjuta, also known as The Olgas. This massive pile of rock domes dates back 500 million years. Both Uluru and Kata Tjuta have great Aboriginal cultural significance for the Anangu traditional landowners. Learn about the local flora and fauna, bush foods and the Aboriginal Dreamtime stories of the area. 

Shared Transfer Ayers Rock Airport to Hotel Courtesy Transfer     

4 Nights  

Luxurious, eco-sensitive and romantic accommodation lies at the gateway of the dual World Heritage listed wilderness of Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, complete with 5-star luxury and private views of the sun rising and setting over Uluru (Ayers Rock). Luxury tented accommodation is recreated for the modern traveler with all the modern conveniences. A small, intimate property, which enables you to enjoy this amazing experience with just a few others. 

Days 6 - 8

Signature Lodge Experiences These experiences are provided on an intimate shared basis with fellow guests at scheduled times. Private touring can be arranged at additional cost subject to availability.  

Mutitjulu Meander  Venturing to Uluru whilst the morning sun lights up the ancient monolith, meander along the pathway to the peaceful Mutitjulu Waterhole and the sacred site of Kuniya Piti. Along this walk our guide will share the Anangu creation story of Kuniya and Liru. Morning tea is served in the cool shade of the trees before the tour returns to Longitude 131°.  

Uluru Sunset  A drive into the dual World Heritage-listed National Park leads to the twilight viewing area where you can take in the sunset over Uluru with a glass in hand. This is the perfect location to capture the changing lights reflected over the Rock’s many faces as the sun slips below the vast desert horizon.  

Walpa Gorge & Kata Tjuta  This early morning adventure heads to the World Heritage-listed site, Kata Tjuta, where 36 mighty red rock domes gather in the desert landscape.  In the company of a Longitude 131° guide, you will learn about the geology and history of the formation, formerly known as The Olgas.  You will be led through Walpa Gorge with its towering rock walls, tree-lined creeks and waterholes and then on to the Kata Tjuta viewing platform, which is a magic spot for morning tea. A visit to the Cultural Centre at Uluru completes a morning of discovery.  

Mala Walk & Kantju Gorge  After arriving at the base of Uluru our guide leads you on a gentle walk as you learn about the history of the Mala people, pointing out cave paintings and other relevant sites important to both Anangu and the early explorers. Enter Kantju Gorge at dusk to witness the gorge walls ablaze with the light of the setting sun. Enjoying sunset drinks and canapés, you will revel in the silence and solitude.  

Field of Light Longitude guests will have an exclusive section to view the lights between Uluru Sunset and Table 131. Guests will walk uninterrupted along the pathways in the Field of Light, just as the tiny buds are lighting up - when it’s time to depart, the field will be fully lit!  

Table 131 Dine outdoors on fine fare celebrating a fusion of modern and indigenous flavours and discover the wonders of the southern night sky. As darkness falls, a four-course dinner with matched Australian wines is delivered with Longitude service. The lodge’s resident guide offers a tour of the sky, with legend from the Greek Gods told alongside Aboriginal creation tales from the Red Centre. (Subject to weather conditions).  

Guided Uluru Base Walk  Circumnavigate the base of Uluru, wandering through acacia woodlands and grassed claypans. The diverse flora, fauna and geological features are yours to discover. Head in off the main track to venture to Mutitjulu Waterhole and Kantju Gorge to entirely appreciate the natural and cultural beauty of Uluru.  

Dune Top Dining Dine under the stars on the Dune Top in one of four secluded alcoves, custom-designed for privacy. Perfect for a romantic interlude or intimate gathering of friends. (subject to availability & weather conditions). 

Day 9 

Ayers Rock/Uluru to Cairns   

Shared Transfer Hotel to Ayers Rock Airport Courtesy Transfer 

Cairns  

Lying at the centre of a tropical paradise on the shores of Trinity Bay, Cairns is the gateway to some of Australia’s greatest natural attractions. Sitting offshore and shaping the city’s character is the World Heritage listed Great Barrier Reef, one of the world’s most popular diving sites. To the north of the city lies another World Heritage listed treasure, the ancient tropical rainforests of the Daintree National Park. The city itself offers a large range of accommodation options suiting all budgets, and visitors to Cairns will also be treated to a variety of international standard cafes and restaurants. 

Accommodation at Shangri-La Hotel T

1 Night  

Nestled on the edge of Cairns magnificent waterfront, the hotel boasts elegantly appointed rooms and suites. All rooms feature contemporary interiors and panoramic views of Marlin Marina, Trinity Bay, the surrounding mountain ranges or the hotel’s lush tropical gardens. The hotel's boardwalk offers an extensive array of innovative restaurants, cafes and bars overlooking the world class marina. Only a short stroll from the City Centre, Esplanade Lagoon, Reef Fleet Terminal and an integral part of the Pier Shopping Complex. 

Cairns Aquarium       

As the only aquarium in the world dedicated exclusively to the habitats and species of tropical North Queensland, the Cairns Aquarium connects visitors with the natural wonders of The Great Barrier Reef, The Wet Tropics, The Gulf Savannah and Cape York regions. With over 16,000 animals and unique opportunities to move up close to some of the world’s most fascinating, elusive or deadly creatures, every visit is unforgettable. 

Day 10 

Cairns to Lizard Island  

Private Car/Driver Cairns City to Airport 

Flight  Cairns to Lizard Island - Scheduled Scenic Air Transfer 

Lizard Island  

4 Nights  

The only property located on a 1,013 hectare National Park, and the northern most resort on the World Heritage Listed Great Barrier Reef, the property offers seclusion and natural privacy that you will cherish. The property presents elegant, yet understated accommodation in a variety of room types, featuring either a tropical garden setting or sea views over Anchor Bay or Sunset Beach. Some Villas feature their own private plunge pool. 

Day 11  

Lizard Island 

Today is free to relax and explore on your own.  

Day 12 

Lizard Island 

Today is free to relax and explore on your own.  

Day 13 

Lizard Island 

Today is free to relax and explore on your own.    

Day 14 

Lizard Island to Cairns  Flight 

Lizard Island to Cairns - Scheduled Scenic Air Transfer Operated by Lizard Island 

Your departure time and check out procedures from Lizard Island will be advised by Lizard Island staff the night prior, or morning of departure. You will be transferred to the Lizard Island airstrip for your flight to Cairns.  On arrival at the East Air Terminal in Cairns you will be met by a representative of Eclipse Transport and transferred to Cairns Airport to meet your connecting flight. 

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