Journeys to Australia
Discover Australia where some of Captain James Cook's first words to describe the country were about the flora and fauna: "The trees over our head abounded with birds of various kinds, among which were many of exquisite beauty, particularly the lorikeets and cockatoos which flew in flocks of several scores together." Since that first outside encounter with the island-continent, fascination with Australia's wildlife has never waned. The geography of Australia is a constantly changing palette of creatures and scenic wonders-from the Great Barrier Reef to ancient rainforests, rugged mountains to seemingly endless desert. From the moment it broke away from the world's other landmasses, Australia became a continental ark.an ongoing experiment in evolution that has worked in fascinating and sometimes still unexplainable ways. Kangaroos, wallabies, and koalas are just some of the creatures to emerge. In this splendid isolation a rich, diverse, and artistically-gifted Aboriginal culture also flourished, and while much has changed since European contact, the displays of Aboriginal art both modern and ancient are a wonder to behold. This is a country that captures your imagination and then outdoes whatever you might dream up on your own. It is wilder, bigger, more beautiful, more exciting, more inviting.it is simply MORE of everything.
Classic Australia
Journey to the "land down under" and discover an exciting world of exotic wildlife and some of the friendliest people in the world. Highlights include a two-day paddlewheel boat cruise on the Murray River, Kangaroo Island's amazing wildlife and natural beauty, the rainforest at Lamington and legendary hospitality of the O'Reilly family, the 1,260 mile Great Barrier Reef as experienced at Heron Island, and cosmopolitan Sydney - one of the world's most beautiful cities. Optional extensions are available to Ayers Rock and the outback, and scenic New Zealand.
The Discovery Journey to Australia
Discover the superlative nature of Australia where in one awesome journey you will see the oldest, biggest, brightest and bluest. Experience the exhilarating beauty of the "land down under" from a river boat cruise through Daintree - the oldest living rainforest in the world, to snorkeling along the Great Barrier Reef - the world's largest living organism, to the kaleidoscope of color in Lamington National Park, to spectacular views of Sydney's Blue Mountains.
Affordable Nature: Australia
Explore the land ‘down under’ without digging deep into your pockets. You will fall in love with the exhilarating beauty of Australia, from unique rainforests and majestic mountains, to Aboriginal heritage and interesting wildlife. Discover rugged landscapes formed by ancient volcanoes alive with kangaroo, koala, wallaby and colorful birds. Let the vibrancy of Sydney refuel you and the wines of Hunter Valley tantalize your tastebuds. Savor tranquil evenings in charming lodges, where the only sound comes from calling birds and restless gliders.
World Explorer Australia
Pack your "swags" and head off to explore the epic beauty of the land down under. You will be enchanted by your magical surroundings - from the rugged outback, to the world's oldest living rainforest, to the colorful Great Barrier Reef, to sophisticated Sydney, and the amazing wildlife that calls Australia home. Experience an out of this world adventure while staying in world-class accommodations.
