Climb the tower, take a breath, and leap from a rainforest bungy with views over cane fields to the Coral Sea. Choose different jump styles—or aim for a refreshing water touch—as music, cheers and adrenaline-fueled thrills fill the treetops.

Professional crew, safety briefings and photo packages round out the experience. This activity is at additional cost and bookable on tour, with age and weight conditions applying.

Master your controls and roll along Uluru’s base on a guided Segway tour, covering more ground while stopping to view rock art shelters, desert oaks and key features shaped by time. Commentary weaves in Anangu cultural perspectives and geology.

With frequent pauses for stories and pause for photos and reflection, this smooth, low-impact outing suits curious travelers. The tour is at additional cost and bookable on tour, following park access guidelines.

Wander to shoreline boulders at dusk to spot resident Rock Wallabies emerging from the granite. Watch their nimble leaps and delicate foraging in the soft evening light, a serene wildlife encounter perfect for pause for photos and reflection.

Guides and local signage encourage responsible viewing—no feeding and keep a respectful distance—so the animals’ natural behavior shines. The combination of rust-red rocks, sea breeze and gentle twilight sets a quietly magical Outback-meets-ocean mood.

Settle into your seat and watch North Queensland unfold on a scenic rail journey to Cairns. Canefields flash by, rainforest-clad ranges rise to the west, and Coral Sea glimpses appear as you soak up the scenery on this classic coastal route.

Built to connect tropical townships, the line skims wetlands and rivers alive with birdlife. This relaxed passage highlights the contrast between reef-fringed shores and the UNESCO-listed Wet Tropics rainforest, creating a moving postcard of the region.

Join an interactive session to sample regional bush foods—from lemon myrtle and finger lime to wattleseed—guided by experts who share stories of Country and seasonal harvesting. Then sit down to a flavorful meal featuring native game and spices, crafted to showcase Australia’s oldest living food culture.

Hear how ingredients are intertwined with Aboriginal traditions and landscapes, while aromas of chargrill and citrus lift from the table. This MAKE TRAVEL MATTER experience blends taste, heritage and conversation for a grounded culinary evening.

Arrive at a designated viewing area to watch sunrise over Uluru as the monolith shifts from deep indigo to ochre and rust. The vast plain brightens, desert oaks silhouette the horizon, and cameras click during this quietly powerful pause for photos and reflection.

Guides share respectful insight into Anangu Tjukurpa (creation stories), underscoring the rock’s cultural significance. The morning light reveals textures and water-worn folds, setting a contemplative tone for your time in the Red Centre.

Explore the domed wonders of Kata Tjuta on guided walks through Walpa Gorge and the Valley of the Winds. Paths wind between towering conglomerate formations where spinifex and desert oaks cling to life, and the shifting light paints the rock a spectrum of reds.

Hear how this sacred landscape anchors Anangu culture and learn about hardy desert flora adapted to extremes. Breezes funnel through chasms and viewpoints reveal soaring walls that dwarf the trail, rewarding steady footing and curiosity.

Fuel up with an included BBQ brekkie at Kings Creek Station before tackling the iconic Kings Canyon Rim Walk in Watarrka National Park. Climb the famed “stairway” to views over sandstone cliffs, then cross beehive formations of the Lost City to the cool, sheltered Garden of Eden.

Guides interpret geology, endemic plants and cultural stories as you trace the canyon’s sculpted rim. The contrast of sunbaked rock and hidden waterholes makes this one of Central Australia’s most rewarding hikes.

Raise a glass as you salute Uluru at sunset, watching the rock’s colors intensify from burnished orange to deep crimson. From your designated vantage, the desert sky unfurls into pastels and the evening air cools—prime time to pause for photos and reflection.

This classic Red Centre ritual blends scenery and ceremony. With the silhouette of Kata Tjuta on the horizon and a sundowner in hand, it’s a moment that lingers long after twilight.

Gather with your crew for an included dinner near Uluru, sharing stories of the day as desert aromas drift on the evening breeze. Local ingredients and hearty flavors set the tone for a convivial night in the heart of the Outback.

Under broad southern skies, the mood turns reflective and celebratory in equal measure. It’s a relaxed chance to chill with your new BFFs and toast your Red Centre chapter together.

Cruise by high-speed vessel to Whitehaven Beach, famed for its 98% silica sand that squeaks underfoot. Swim in gin-clear water, ascend to the Hill Inlet lookout to see swirling sandbars, and snorkel fringing reefs alive with damselfish and parrotfish.

Learn about reef ecology from your crew and capture the contrast of luminous sand and jade shallows. This experience is at additional cost and bookable on tour during your time in Airlie Beach.

Buckle in for a low-altitude circuit to fly over the Whitsunday Islands, tracing coral shoals and the jade ribbon of Hill Inlet before circling the photogenic Heart Reef. Panoramic windows and pilot commentary keep the soaring seascapes front and center.

From this vantage, reefs resemble living mosaics and sandbanks shimmer like opals. This flight operates at additional cost and is bookable on tour, weather permitting.

Clip in with your instructor for a coastal tandem skydive, freefalling above the Whitsunday Islands before the canopy opens to sweeping views of reef and rainforest. The rush of wind gives way to serene gliding and misty horizon lines.

Touch down near the turquoise coastline with bragging rights and photos to match. This adrenaline hit is at additional cost and bookable on tour, subject to weather and weight limits.

Travel north from Cairns to explore the Daintree Rainforest, the world’s oldest tropical rainforest. Meet Traditional Owners for a welcome and stories that connect landscape, seasons and kinship, then join a hands-on art session to create your own canvas guided by Aboriginal artists.

Boardwalks reveal ancient ferns, fan palms and river systems where cassowaries roam. This MAKE TRAVEL MATTER experience is at additional cost and bookable on tour.

Sail aboard a catamaran to snorkel the Great Barrier Reef with vibrant coral gardens, giant clams and schools of neon fish. Optional introductory or certified dives reveal bommies and drop-offs, while marine biologists share reef ecology and conservation insights.

Between water sessions, relax on deck with tropical breezes and reef-tinted horizons. This full-day adventure is at additional cost and bookable on tour; diving subject to medical and timing guidelines.

Drift along Trinity Inlet on a sunset boat cruise, where mangroves meet marina lights and rainforest ranges silhouette the skyline. Sip a drink as the harbor turns gold, then rose, in a mellow tropical evening soak in the lakeside atmosphere.

Skippers share local stories of estuary wildlife, tides and port heritage as you glide by. This relaxing experience is at additional cost and bookable on tour.

Glide above rainforest canopies on the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, stepping off at boardwalks to view Barron Falls and buttress-root giants. In Kuranda, browse artisan markets before boarding the heritage Kuranda Scenic Railway back through hand-cut tunnels and stone bridges.

The pairing of sky-high vistas and 19th-century engineering reveals the story of the Wet Tropics from two angles. This day trip is at additional cost and bookable on tour.

Grab a paddle and safety gear to tackle Grade II–III rapids on the Barron River in Barron Gorge National Park. Between churning drops, float through lush ravines where rainforest clings to steep granite walls and waterfalls lace the gorge.

Guides brief technique and river lore, balancing fun with safety. This half-day adventure is at additional cost and bookable on tour; minimum age and medical restrictions may apply.

Venture into the desert twilight to wander the Field of Light, an immersive artwork of 50,000 glass spheres that sway and glow beneath southern stars. Pathways thread through a dreamlike landscape as Uluru looms in silhouette and gentle desert breezes stir the stems.

Created by artist Bruce Munro, the installation evokes the ephemeral play of light on country. This nighttime experience is at additional cost and bookable on tour.

Board the passenger ferry for a breezy hop across Cleveland Bay to Magnetic Island (Yunbenun). Watch Townsville’s pink-tinged Cape Cleveland and Castle Hill slip astern as turquoise water and granite headlands come into view, camera at the ready to pause for photos and reflection on the open deck.

Glide into Nelly Bay’s harbor, where hoop pines meet sandy coves and fringing reefs. This short sea crossing doubles as a scenic primer to the island’s landscapes, with a good chance of spotting seabirds skimming the turquoise Cleveland Bay.

Follow the island’s signature trail to walk the historic Forts Walk, climbing gently through eucalypt forest to WWII lookouts and gun emplacements. Scan the canopy for koalas in the wild as panoramic views open across the Palm Island Group and the Coral Sea.

Interpretive signs bring wartime stories to life, while sea breezes cool the ascent. The granite outcrops and hoop pines frame classic North Queensland vistas, rewarding walkers with 360-degree outlooks ideal for a thoughtful pause for photos and reflection.

Make a gentle climb to Hawkings Point Lookout for a golden-hour panorama across Picnic, Nelly and Geoffrey Bays. As the sun sinks over Cleveland Bay, the granite boulders glow and the water mirrors amber skies—an ideal moment to soak in the lakeside atmosphere without the crowds.

The short, rocky path rewards with sweeping coastal angles and distant Townsville lights beginning to twinkle. It’s a favourite local vantage to savor the sunset over the bay with your camera at the ready.

• 3 Dinner (D)
• 2 Breakfast (B)

• Sydney: A modular trip means fellow travellers will join and leave at various locations. There’ll be some goodbyes, sure, but there’ll also be plenty of hellos with new like-minded travellers.
• Sydney: Contiki acknowledges the Traditional and Torres Strait Island owners of the land, sea and waters of the spectacular Australian continent. Dual-naming reflects that, as we explore this remarkable land, we recognise and respect Indigenous custodianship of a unique, ancient culture and country.
• Gimuy (Cairns): It’s best to wait at least 24 hours after your last dive before flying.
• Yunbenun (Magnetic Island): During your 2-night stay in Magnetic Island, you’ll stay in multi-share rooms with the same sex even (if you’ve booked single or twin room for the trip duration). But if you’d like some privacy, you can request a paid upgrade to a single or twin room, but the confirmation would depend on availability.Please note that this is a modular trip. That means you’ll be joining a trip that started 1 week earlier – if you wish to do the full version, please refer to the Ultimate Australia trip.

• Townsville: Catch a boat from the mainland to Magnetic Island.
• Magnetic Island: Pack some comfy shoes and climb up to Hawking’s Point for sundown. Yoga poses for Insta: optional. 
• Magnetic Island: Go koala-spotting, see WWII fortifications, or just have a beer in the sun. There’s something for everyone on this trail. 
• Magnetic Island: Mingle with Magnetic Island’s resident Rock Wallabies at dusk. Just watch these cheeky little guys don’t steal your wallet! 
• Magnetic Island: Catch a boat from Magnetic Island to the mainland. Wave goodbye to your new BFF Reggie the Koala and promise you’ll write. 
• Townsville: Things heat up as the landscape gets even more tropical. Soak up the scenery on this train trip from Townsville to Cairns. 
• Cairns: Eat like a local with this chef-guided bush food tutorial and dinner (thankfully, not a witchetty grub in sight!)
• Gimuy (Cairns): Time to take to the sky. Uluru, here we come!
• Uluru: Chill with your new BFFs over dinner at Uluru.
• Uluru: Start the day the right way – by enjoying the sunrise over Uluru. This should be on everyone’s #lifegoals list. 
• Kata Tjuta: Walk around this sacred site. See the Valley of the Winds and Walpa Gorge, with its towering domes that change colour in the sunlight. 
• Uluru: Does it get any better than a ‘Big Brekkie’ cooked up on the BBQ? We think not. 
• Uluru: Salute this sacred landmark with drinks and nibbles as you watch the sun set. A moment you’ll replay in your mind forever. 
• Kings Canyon: Climb the ‘stairway to heaven’ to the aptly named Garden of Eden, Kings Canyon.

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