AustraliaOceania
Sydney, Reef & the Red Centre
12 days Max 14 travelers Australia 12-day itinerary
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Australia's three greatest icons in one journey: Sydney Harbour, the Great Barrier Reef off tropical Queensland, and the sacred desert monolith of Uluru.
Arrival in SydneySydney Harbour & BondiBlue Mountains Day TripFly to Tropical Cairns
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Day 1
Arrival in Sydney
Land in the harbour city and settle into a waterfront hotel.
2
Day 2
Sydney Harbour & Bondi
The best of the city's coast and skyline.
3
Day 3
Blue Mountains Day Trip
Escape to eucalyptus-clad valleys west of the city.
4
Day 4
Fly to Tropical Cairns
Head north to the gateway of the Great Barrier Reef.
5
Day 5
The Great Barrier Reef
A full day on the outer reef by luxury catamaran.
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Day 6
Daintree Rainforest
Explore the oldest tropical rainforest on earth.
7
Day 7
Fly to Uluru
Cross the continent to the Red Centre.
8
Day 8
Uluru & Kata Tjuta
A day among the sacred rocks of the Anangu people.
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Day 9
Kings Canyon & the Outback
Drive the red desert to the towering walls of Watarrka.
10
Day 10
Return to Sydney & Darling Harbour
Fly back to the harbour city for its waterfront highlights.
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Day 11
Hunter Valley Wine Country
A day among the vines of Australia's oldest wine region.
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Day 12
Departure
A final harbour morning before your flight home.
Good to know
Physical rating
Moderate — some full days
Group size
Up to 14 travelers
Region
Australia, Oceania
Frequently Asked Questions
- How do I book Sydney, Reef & the Red Centre?
- Reserve online from this page — choose your dates and travelers, and our Australia specialist confirms availability within one business day.
- What's included in the price?
- The listed price covers 11 nights in premium hotels and a desert resort, Domestic flights Sydney–Cairns, Cairns–Uluru, and Uluru–Sydney, Great Barrier Reef outer-reef cruise — see the What's Included list on this page for the full breakdown.
- Can I customize this itinerary?
- Yes — every Orbitrek journey is customizable. Ask your specialist to adjust the pace, hotels, and activities of this itinerary.
- What if my plans change?
- Talk to your specialist — we can usually rework dates or reroute the journey. See our Terms of Service for the specialist-finalized booking model.
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What's Included
- 11 nights in premium hotels and a desert resort
- Domestic flights Sydney–Cairns, Cairns–Uluru, and Uluru–Sydney
- Great Barrier Reef outer-reef cruise
- Blue Mountains, Daintree, Kings Canyon, and Hunter Valley tours
- Daily breakfast and select dinners
- All transfers and expert local guides
Why travel with Orbitrek
- Resident specialists on three continents
- Small groups — never more than 14
- Every itinerary fully customizable
- Secure checkout · free changes up to 30 days out