Reef / City – Great Barrier Reef (Cairns) & Sydney

Overview

Combines Australia’s most iconic natural wonder with its most dynamic global city. Ideal for first-time visitors seeking contrast and comfort. This itinerary balances bucket-list nature with urban sophistication, ideal for first-time Australia travelers who want variety without rushing.

  • Ideal first-time Australia itinerary combining nature and city highlights.
  • Private touring in Cairns and Sydney allows flexibility and comfort.
  • Daintree and Kuranda experiences highlight rainforest, wildlife, and Indigenous culture.
  • Sydney balances sightseeing with lifestyle, harbour, beaches, and dining.
  • Easy to elevate with luxury lodges, reef flights, or dining upgrades.

Accommodation

Cairns: Luxury Cairns base such as Hilton Cairns or a rainforest retreat like Thala Beach Nature Reserve
Sydney: Iconic harbour luxury such as Park Hyatt Sydney or Four Seasons Sydney

Itinerary

Days 1–4: Cairns & the Great Barrier Reef

Experiences (Australian Luxury Escapes):

  • Private Daintree Wanderer
    A full-day private journey into the world’s oldest rainforest, including a crocodile cruise, scenic lookouts, and a relaxed lunch.
  • Full Day Kuranda – Skyrail, Scenic Rail & Koalas
    Travel above the rainforest canopy, meet koalas, and enjoy Gold Class rail through the Kuranda Range.
  • At leisure: Optional reef day, spa time, or scenic helicopter flight over the Great Barrier Reef.

Days 5–10: Sydney

Experiences:

  • Private Meet & Greet at Sydney Airport
    Seamless arrival with a private guide, brunch, and orientation touring.
  • Private Essential Sydney Tour
    Five hours covering Sydney’s highlights with time to tailor interests.
  • Private Blue Mountains Tour
    A full-day escape into dramatic scenery with wildlife encounters and a relaxed lunch.
  • Optional upgrade: Add a Sydney Harbour Sailing Experience or elevate lunches with Icebergs or Catalina.

Offers valid on new bookings only. Prices shown are per-person, land only based upon double occupancy, except if expressly noted otherwise on the offer. Offers are subject to availability at time of booking and may be changed or discontinued at any time without notice. Blackout dates, minimum night stays, minimum stay requirements on air, seasonal surcharges, resort fees (if any), and other restrictions may also apply. Individual offers may require purchase of Travel Smart Plan or travel waiver. Offers are not valid for Group Travel. Some booking and travel dates may vary. Other promotions and departure dates available which may result in a different rate and/or hotel inclusion. Customer may be responsible for hotel taxes and fees on free nights and other offers, where applicable. Ask your Travel Specialist for details.

CST# 2079429-20