Laugh and the kookaburras laugh with you. Cry and the kookaburras still laugh. That’s the beauty of a journey to happy-go-lucky Australia where sunny days are accentuated by its even sunnier inhabitants. Koalas, kangaroos, wallabies, and wombats are among the many locals eager to greet you on this breezy tour of Australia. With visits to four wondrous waterfront cities, you’ll easily see why the world gushes about the land Down Under. Go behind the scenes at Brisbane’s Australia Zoo, snorkel above the colorful coral at the Great Barrier Reef off the coast of Cairns, and devour the panoramic scenery and a delicious lunch at the iconic Sydney Opera House. With two free days in eclectic Melbourne, you can also gobble up all the goodies this hipster city and surrounding areas have to offer. Perhaps take in the Penguin Parade at Phillip Island or chill with a nice chardonnay at a Yarra Valley winery.Did you know the koala sleeps an average of 20 hours a day? Why not add a 3-night Monograms vacation to Fiji to your tour of Australia and curl up in a beachside hammock yourself? Between naps, you’ll enjoy a Sigatoka River safari and the sun, fun, and genuine warmth of the islanders.
3 night(s) in Brisbane
3 night(s) in Cairns
2 night(s) in Melbourne
3 night(s) in Sydney
3 night(s) in Fiji
Day 1: Arrive In Brisbane, Australia
BRISBANE Welcome to Brisbane! Hotel check-in available upon arrival. A pre-night is not required for early check-in. Schedule flights to arrive by 4 pm in time for a welcome meeting and dinner. (D)
Day 2: Brisbane. Excursion To The Australia Zoo
BRISBANE Orientation drive. Excursion to the Australia Zoo includes a [LF] behind-the-scenes tour of the Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital. Free time this evening. (B)
Day 3: Brisbane
BRISBANE Free day. (B)
Day 4: Brisbane–cairns
Fly to Cairns, “Gateway to the Great Barrier Reef.” CAIRNS Orientation tour; visit to the Cairns Aquarium. Dinner at a local restaurant. (B,D)
Day 5: Cairns. Excursion To The Outer Great Barrier Reef
OUTER GREAT BARRIER REEF Scenic catamaran cruise to the Outer Great Barrier Reef (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) includes the option of snorkeling, a glass-bottom-boat tour, an underwater observatory, and watching a fish feeding. CAIRNS Free time this evening. (B,L)
Day 6: Cairns
CAIRNS Free day. (B) ENHANCE YOUR FREE TIME in Cairns with a trip on the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway and the world-famous Kuranda Scenic Railway. This and many more options throughout your tour are available for purchase with MyGlobus. Get local maps and tips for free time on your GlobusGO mobile app.
Day 7: Cairns–melbourne
Fly to MelbourneMELBOURNE Orientation drive. (B)
Day 8: Melbourne
MELBOURNE Free day. We suggest the optional excursion to see the world-famous Penguin Parade or a trip on the scenic Great Ocean Road. (B)
Day 9: Melbourne–sydney
Fly to Sydney.SYDNEY Guided sightseeing includes the financial district, Mrs Macquarie’s Chair, the botanic gardens, and the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Walking tour with a Local Guide includes the Sydney Opera House (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) with [LF] panoramic lunch at an Opera House restaurant. Free time this afternoon and evening. (B,L)
Day 10: Sydney
SYDNEY Free day. Your Tour Director will have suggestions for sightseeing, shopping, and dining. (B)
Day 11: Sydney
SYDNEY Free day before a farewell dinner at a local restaurant. (B,D)
Day 12: Sydney–nadi, Fiji–coral Coast
Fly to Nadi, Fiji. Transfer to your resort on the Coral Coast.CORAL COAST Free time the remainder of the day. (B)
Day 13: Coral Coast
CORAL COAST 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. (B,L) NOTE: If your included sightseeing is schedule to take place on a Sunday, it will operate on Monday instead. Your Local Host will have full details upon your arrival.
Day 14: Coral Coast
CORAL COAST 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 tropical drink. (B)
Day 15: Coral Coast–nadi
Transfer from the Coral Coast to Nadi International Airport where your vacation ends.