Colors of Australia

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Regale in the Great Barrier Reef’s most exclusive luxury haven where you’ll revitalize and energize. Cairns, Sydney and the Great Barrier Reef are the spotlights showing you the true Colors of Australia . Feel the aura of Daintree at Silky Oaks Lodge, nestled inside the oldest living rainforest on earth. Jet set to Lizard Island set on the world’s largest re...
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What's this trip about?

    Regale in the Great Barrier Reef’s most exclusive luxury haven where you’ll revitalize and energize. Cairns, Sydney and the Great Barrier Reef are the spotlights showing you the true Colors of Australia . Feel the aura of Daintree at Silky Oaks Lodge, nestled inside the oldest living rainforest on earth. Jet set to Lizard Island set on the world’s largest reef, a spot renowned for diving and catching a glimpse of the elusive Moray Eel. This private paradise is an exclusive environment perfect for slipping away from the world. Fall in love with Sydney, a cosmopolitan city unlike any other. People watch on trendy Oxford Street or get lost exploring all that this booming metropolis has to offer.

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Day 1 : Daintree rainforest

Today you will begin your Swain Destinations customized itinerary. Please note, international air has not been included in this package price.

Day 2 : Sydney

Cross the International Date Line, an imaginary line on the surface of the Earth that runs from the North to the South Pole - and defines one calendar day from the next. Crossing the International Date Line adds one day (24 hours) traveling west, and subtracts one day (24 hours) traveling east.

Day 3 : Daintree rainforest

On arrival into Sydney, you will need to clear customs and make your way to the domestic terminal for your flight north to Cairns. On arrival, you will be met by your driver and transferred to your accommodation in the Daintree Rainforest. Nestled on the edge of th...

Day 4 : Daintree rainforest

Take hike through the nearby rainforest trails, go for a swim in or a canoe ride on the Mossman River, and visit with the tame wallabies that have made the lodge grounds their home. This day is at your leisure. Explore the surrounding area on your own or on one of our additional day excursions.

Day 5 : Daintree rainforest

This day is at your leisure. Explore the surrounding area on your own or on one of our additional day excursions.

Day 6 : Lizard island

You will be transferred from Silky Oaks Lodge back to Cairns for your private charter flight to Lizard Island. Lizard Island, Australia’s most northern island resort, is renowned for both diving, especially the ‘Cod Hol’' where you can see huge Moray Eels and the fam...

Day 7 : Lizard island

A spectacular setting to explore the magnificent Great Barrier Reef. Snorkel or dive 60 feet from your doorstep on the world famous reef - take a stroll to Cooks Look – visit the Marine Research Laboratory on the island or just relax in a casual atmosphere that is Lizard Island.

Day 8 : Lizard island

This day is at your leisure. Explore the surrounding area on your own or on one of our additional day excursions.

Day 9 : Sydney

Today you will fly via private charter flight back to Cairns before connecting to a scheduled service to Sydney. Upon arrival, you will be met at the airport and transferred by private vehicle to your accommodation. Sydney, a dazzling, vibrant city built around one...

Day 10 : Sydney

At your leisure to explore the city of Sydney. It’s been said that Sydney never sleeps. In daylight hours the city buzzes with life and remains active long after workers have left their offices. All-night pubs, cutting-edge dance clubs, and gay reviews could keep you ...

Day 11 : Sydney

This day is at your leisure. Explore the surrounding area on your own or on one of our additional day excursions.

Day 12 : Sydney

You will be transferred to the airport for your departure flight.

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Price From $9,320
Price per day$932
Last Updated: 10/30/2019

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

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Redefining luxury travel, Swain Destinations is the leading U.S. provider of completely customized exotic vacation experiences. Since 1987, Co-Founders Ian and Linda Swain, and their dedicated team of destination experts have offered American travellers the opportunity to design distinctive trips to intriguing international locales, including Australia, New Zealand, the South Pacific, Asia, India, and Africa. From adventure-packed trips to leisurely getaways, Swain Destinations curates itineraries based on each individual’s travel preferences. Dynamic experiences range from a chef’s table dining extravaganza on Hayman to a safari journey across the East African Plains.

The family-run business presents North American tourists with personalized service from veteran travel specialists, many of whom hail from the fascinating locales they sell. “We’re creating dynamic itineraries from scratch for each and every client,” Swain says. “What makes a trip booked through Swain so remarkable is our level of customer service. Many of our travel consultants have been with us nearly from the start, and they’re from the destinations they’re selling. We get excited to get others excited for visiting our native lands.”

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