Nature Discovery

Arrive into Melbourne and make your way to your hotel. Spend the day wandering the many laneways covered in colourful street art and picketed with cafes, restaurants and boutique shops.

Today perhaps visit the National Gallery of Victoria and explore the local exhibitions and events, sip on a cocktail or two at one of the many rooftop bars overlooking this cosmopolitan city or take a stroll along the beautiful St Kilda beach, the choice is yours!

Over the next few days, enjoy a guided tour along Victoria’s rugged coastline before heading to the breath-taking Grampians National Park. Spot native birds and wildlife as you follow your guide through the wilderness. For more information on this portion of your tour, visit the Discover Great Ocean Road and Grampians itinerary.

Travel back to Melbourne this morning. Join the hustle and bustle at the South Melbourne Market, where you can enjoy an abundance of delicious street food, or visit the Queen Victoria Markets for local produce and unique handmade accessories.

Head to the airport and board your flight to the Northern Territory city of Darwin. This evening, indulge in delicious food and wine in one of the many restaurants overlooking Darwin Harbour.

Not just the gateway to the luscious Northern Territory national parks, Darwin has a lot to offer. Immerse yourself in Aboriginal history and culture with a visit to the Northern Territory Museum and Art Gallery, housing one of the biggest Aboriginal art collections in Australia.

Set off on an adventure around the natural wonderland of Kakadu National Park, home to flatback turtles, over 2,000 species of plants and wildlife and of course the magnificent saltwater crocodile. Visit Katherine’s thermal springs and thundering waterfalls before reaching luscious Litchfield National Park. For more information on this self-drive, visit the Top End discovery itinerary.

Return back to Darwin for the afternoon. Visit Crocosaurus Cove and come face to face with a five metre saltwater  roc in a once in a life time cage dive or enjoy a scenic sunset cruise around the Darwin Harbour.

Depart Darwin and catch your flight to the sophisticated waterfront city, Brisbane. Head to the city's South Bank precinct, pack a picnic and relax by the riverfront as the sun sets, or ride the Wheel of Brisbane and take in breath-taking views of the city.

Swap bustling city life for the relaxed wildlife hubs of Lady Elliot and Fraser Islands. Snorkel untouched parts of the Great Barrier Reef as well as spotting humpback whales (July-November), bottlenose dolphins and turtles a plenty, as they migrate through the turquoise waters. For more information on this tour, visit the Rainforest and Reef discovery itinerary.

Leave only footprints behind as you return back to Brisbane. Known for its seafood, dine al fresco by the river and sample the local ‘Moreton Bay bugs’, fresh slipper lobsters served straight from the grill.

Head to the airport for your onward journey. Alternatively, speak to one of our Travel Designers about extending your trip.

The Ghan, Darwin to Adelaide rail expedition – from £1,715pp

Melbourne to Adelaide self-drive – from £425pp

Two nights on Phillip Island with car hire - from £215pp