Let Australia’s spectacular southern coast take your breath away with its rugged cliffs, golden sunsets and island breezes. Then, in an African-inspired twist, view free-roaming lions and other wildlife while sipping drinks in safari truck or taking a dip in a pool.

18 Day | Great Ocean Road & Kangaroo Island

DEPARTS WEDNESDAY 13TH OCTOBER 2027

HIGHLIGHTS

* The Clog Barn

* Great Ocean Road

* Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum

* Blue Lake and Umpherston Sinkhole

* Cape Willoughby Lighthouse

* Seal Bay

* Monarto Safari Park

* Pioneer Settlement

* Shear Outback

* Parkes radio telescope

DAY 1 HOME – COFFS HARBOUR

Wednesday 13th October: Hop aboard and settle in for our journey along the coast to Coffs Harbour.

Accom: Opal Cove Resort (D)

DAY 2 COFFS HARBOUR – CENTRAL COAST

Thursday 14th October: Visit the charming Clog Barn in Coffs Harbour to explore its miniature Dutch village and impressive selection of traditional wooden clogs. Continue to Nabiac for a delicious lunch at The Artisan Farmer before travelling to Forresters Beach on the Central Coast.

Accom: The Quarters Forresters Beach (BLD)

DAY 3 CENTRAL COAST – WAGGA WAGGA

Friday 15th October: Bypass Sydney and travel through Goulburn, enjoying lunch before continuing to Wagga Wagga, the largest inland city in New South Wales, set on the banks of the Murrumbidgee River.

Accom: Mercure Wagga Wagga (BLD)

DAY 4 WAGGA WAGGA – ANGLESEA

Saturday 16th October: Cross into Victoria and pass by Wangaratta and Benalla before stopping for lunch in historic Euroa where the Kelly Gang robbed the bank in 1878. This afternoon reach Anglesea, where our Great Ocean Road experience begins.

Accom: Great Ocean Road Resort (BLD)

DAY 5 GREAT OCEAN ROAD – WARRNAMBOOL

Sunday 17th October: Travel one of the world's most spectacular coastal drives as the road hugs the seaside cliffs, taking in dramatic ocean scenery and famous landmarks including the Twelve Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge and London Bridge. We then head to Warrnambool.

Accom: Deep Blue Hotel & Hot Springs (BD)

DAY 6 WARRNAMBOOL

Monday 18th October: Discover Tower Hill Wildlife Reserve, a dormant volcanic crater rich in native wildlife, before exploring the fascinating Flagstaff Hill Maritime Museum. Wander the beautiful Warrnambool Botanic Gardens, then return to the maritime village after dinner to experience the magnificent Tales of the Shipwreck Coast sound and laser light show.

Accom: Deep Blue Hotel & Hot Springs (BLD) 

DAY 7 WARRNAMBOOL – MOUNT GAMBIER

Tuesday 19th October: Join a local to explore historic Port Fairy before continuing to Portland, where we ride the fun Cable Tram and visit the Maritime Discovery Centre. Cross into South Australia and continue to Mount Gambier.

Accom: Presidential Motel (BLD)

DAY 8 MOUNT GAMBIER – VICTOR HARBOR

Wednesday 20th October: Visit Mount Gambier's Blue Lake in an extinct volcanic crater and the Umpherston Sinkhole, also known as The Sunken Garden, before following the Limestone Coast through Beachport, Robe and Kingston SE, home of the Big Lobster. Continue to the charming seaside town of Victor Harbor.

Accom: McCracken Resort (BLD)

DAY 9 VICTOR HARBOR – KANGAROO ISLAND

Thursday 21st October: Cruise to Kangaroo Island and check out the views from the historic Cape Willoughby Lighthouse before enjoying wine tasting and lunch at Dudley Wines overlooking Backstairs Passage. Settle into Kingscote for three nights.

Accom: Kangaroo Island Seaside Inn (BLD)

DAY 10 KANGAROO ISLAND

Friday 22nd October: Meet Australian sea lions during a guided walk at Seal Bay before enjoying the impressive free-flight Birds of Prey presentation at Raptor Domain. Explore Flinders Chase National Park, home to the exceptional geological formations Remarkable Rocks and Admirals Arch.

Accom: Kangaroo Island Seaside Inn (BLD)

DAY 11 KANGAROO ISLAND

Saturday 23rd October: Learn about Kangaroo Island's unique Ligurian honey bees at Clifford's Honey Farm and taste their sweet honey ice cream. Visit Emu Ridge Eucalyptus Distillery and discover how Eucalyptus oil is made. Enjoy lunch among the lavender fields at Emu Bay Lavender Farm then use some free time to explore Kingscote.

Accom: Kangaroo Island Seaside Inn (BLD)

DAY 12 KANGAROO ISLAND – MONARTO SAFARI RESORT

Sunday 24th October: We return to the mainland and travel to the small seaside village of Normanville to purchase lunch then continue to the remarkable Monarto Safari Resort. Board a safari truck to soak in the last rays of the sun on a guided Wild Africa tour, observing free-roaming wildlife while sipping drinks and enjoying canapés in a stunning natural setting.

Accom: Monarto Safari Resort (BD)

DAY 13 MONARTO SAFARI PARK

Monday 25th October: Spend the day exploring Australia's largest open-range safari park outside of Africa. Discover more than 500 animals on a guided safari and enjoy the unforgettable Lions 360 experience, where you safely stand inside a dome as lions move around and above you. Return to the resort for some leisure time. Consider taking a dip in the heated pools with views of roaming African animals.

Accom: Monarto Safari Resort (BD)

DAY 14 MONARTO – SWAN HILL

Tuesday 26th October: Travel through Ouyen to Swan Hill. This evening by captivated by the sound and laser show at Pioneer Settlement, bringing the stories of the Mallee to life.

Accom: Swan Hill Resort (BLD)

DAY 15 SWAN HILL – PARKES

Wednesday 27th October: Visit Hay's award-winning Shear Outback to experience Australia's proud shearing heritage through live demonstrations, interactive displays and the Australian Shearers' Hall of Fame. Continue to Parkes for the evening.

Accom: North Parkes Motel (BLD)

DAY 16 PARKES – COONABARABRAN

Thursday 28th October: Tour the famous Parkes radio telescope and uncover Australia's achievements in astronomy. After lunch at Peak Hill, continue to Coonabarabran, the ultimate destination for stargazing where an evening guided experience reveals the brilliance of the southern night sky.

Accom: Country Gardens Motel (BLD)

DAY 17 COONABARABRAN – STANTHORPE

Friday 29th October: Travel via Narrabri to Inverell, visiting the National Transport Museum with its extensive collection of vintage, classic and commercial vehicles. Continue to Stanthorpe in Queensland's Granite Belt for our farewell dinner.

Accom: High Street Motor Inn (BLD)

DAY 18 STANTHORPE – HOME

Saturday 30th October: Leave Stanthorpe and arrive home with wonderful memories of breathtaking coastlines, abundant wildlife, fascinating history and unforgettable experiences across New South Wales, Victoria and South Australia. (B)

Adult: $10,496

Pensioner: $10,460

Past Passenger: $10,442

Single Supplement: $2,850

Payment Due: 16th August 2027