Thursday – Brisbane.
Having made your way to the delightful city of Brisbane, settle in to your accommodation. Your journey officially commences with a fabulous welcome function at Mt Coot-tha this evening, where you can meet your fellow travellers over champagne and canapés. If you are arriving earlier in Brisbane, you may be interested in some additional excursions such as City Highlights, River Cruising or the famous Australia Zoo. Ask your Southern Spirit Consultant for details. OVERNIGHT: Brisbane.
Friday – Brisbane, Coffs Harbour.
After breakfast join The Southern Spirit for the start of an adventure to remember. Make yourself at home and enjoy the stunning scenery as we cruise across the border to New South Wales, headed for the resort city of Coffs Harbour. On arrival in the early evening you’ll be treated to a spectacular private seafood dinner on the jetty overlooking the magnificent Pacific Ocean. Enjoy a sumptuous feast before you’re transferred to your accommodation. OVERNIGHT: Coffs Harbour. (B, L, D)
Saturday – Coffs Harbour.
After breakfast the day is yours to visit the gorgeous beaches and wonderful walking trails. You can also take advantage of the excursion available featuring the region’s highlights. In the afternoon you’ll be transferred back to The Southern Spirit and enjoy an elegant dinner on board as we settle in for a night of cruising. OVERNIGHT: The Southern Spirit. (B, D)
Sunday – Hunter Valley.
This morning The Southern Spirit arrives in the spectacular Hunter Valley. Once “ashore”, enjoy a fabulous winery tour with the chance to sample some of the world’s best wines, before sitting down to an exquisite lunch. The rest of the afternoon is yours to enjoy at your leisure, taking in some of the many local attractions before settling into your accommodation. OVERNIGHT: Hunter Valley. (B, L)
Monday – Sydney.
After breakfast rejoin The Southern Spirit bound for Australia’s most famous city, Sydney. Head “ashore” to your hotel before indulging in all this vibrant harbour city has to offer with an afternoon tour of the spectacular city of Sydney. In the evening celebrate Australia Day in style with an exclusive dinner function at the five-star Shangri-La Hotel. Enjoy a feast for the senses on the 36th floor, with magnificent views of the glistening harbour, the Opera House and the Sydney Harbour Bridge. OVERNIGHT: Sydney. (B, L, D)
Tuesday – Blue Mountains.
After breakfast, return to The Southern Spirit and enjoy an indulgent morning as we travel through the picturesque New South Wales countryside. Later in the morning we arrive at the Blue Mountains, where you can choose from two included activities: the Zig Zag Railway or the Jenolan Caves, among the finest cave systems in the world. At the end of your adventures rejoin the train for our overnight journey toward Canberra. OVERNIGHT: The Southern Spirit. (B, L, D)
Wednesday – Canberra.
Today we cross the border into the Australian Capital Territory for our arrival in the nation’s capital of Canberra. Head “ashore” for a choice of three included activities: a private, guided tour of Parliament House, a visit to the renowned National Gallery of Australia, or view one of the world’s best war museums at the Australian War Memorial. OVERNIGHT: The Southern Spirit. (B, L, D)
Thursday – Melbourne.
After breakfast, The Southern Spirit arrives in the cosmopolitan city of Melbourne, where you’ll be transferred to your accommodation. Take an excursion to the beautiful Dandenong Ranges or spend the remainder of the day exploring Melbourne’s unique colour, charm and character. OVERNIGHT: Melbourne. (B)
Friday – Melbourne.
This morning you can continue exploring with one of our excursions, perhaps the Lanes and Arcades Tour, or a trip to scenic Daylesford or the Mornington Peninsula. In the afternoon we visit the famous Melbourne Cricket Ground, home of the 1956 Olympic Games. Wander the Hall of Fame, enjoy an exclusive back of house tour and have dinner in a Corporate Box. Then re-board the train for the overnight cruise to Adelaide. OVERNIGHT: The Southern Spirit. (B, D)
Saturday – Adelaide.
Wake up to beautiful scenery as you enjoy a cup of tea or coffee in your cabin then arise to breakfast, while we wind our way down through the delightful Adelaide Hills. In Adelaide you’ll be transferred to your hotel where the remainder of the day is yours to enjoy as you choose. A range of excursions is available, including a bush food trail through the Botanic Gardens or city highlights by day or night. OVERNIGHT: Adelaide. (B)
Sunday - Adelaide.
Relax over a leisurely Sunday breakfast, or take in some last minute sights. Late morning you are transferred to The Southern Spirit for our departure, bound for the spectacular Red Centre of Australia. After a relaxing lunch, join a well known guest chef for a fascinating insight into creating fabulous food. Enjoy the stunning landscape as we travel past the magnificent Southern Flinders Ranges and settle in for a sumptuous dinner. OVERNIGHT: The Southern Spirit. (B, L, D)
Monday – Alice Springs.
Wake up to watch the sun rise over the red earth of Central Australia. After breakfast, enjoy tales of the Territorian lifestyle from a local identity before arriving in the famous outback town of Alice Springs. Head “ashore” on a visit to the award winning Alice Springs Desert Wildlife Park. Discover the secrets of the Outback’s plants and animals on an exclusive guided tour. Later we re-board the train as we continue our cruise further north. OVERNIGHT: The Southern Spirit. (B, L, D)
Tuesday – Katherine, Darwin.
In the morning we stopover in Katherine, where the outback meets the tropics. Experience the magic of Nitmiluk (Katherine Gorge) and its spectacular 25 million year old sandstone canyons. Cruise the Katherine Gorge with Devonshire Tea, Dreamtime stories and cultural presentations. In the afternoon we depart Katherine bound for Darwin, crossing the Adelaide River before we reluctantly say farewell, taking away fond memories of a cruise of a lifetime. (B, L)
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