The Southeast - Audley Travel

Suggested itinerariesNew south walesSydneyQueenslandNoosaFraserIslandSouthAustraliaNew south walesVictoriaMelbourneJervis BayTilba TilbaNew south walesBellingenBrisbaneByronBayBarossa ValleyAdelaideVictoriaIndian PacificHunterValleySydneyPhillipIslandLakesEntranceWilsons PromontoryHunter ValleyPort StephensYarra ValleyMelbourneSydneyCoastal ExplorerThis is a comprehensive tour of some of theSoutheast’s most spectacular coastal scenery.Travel by car between small towns stopping atscenic viewpoints along the way. The journey startswith the stunning Mornington Peninsula and finisheswith the white sandy beaches of Jervis Bay.By the BeachThis itinerary focuses on the sun-drenchedcoastline north of Sydney stopping at a number ofpretty seaside towns before concluding on thegorgeous Sunshine Coast near Brisbane. Yourself-drive route winds through lush valleys andbushland, and past miles of golden beaches.Southeast Wine TrailThis itinerary is a great way to take in thewonderful wineries of the Southeast region as wellas sampling the local lifestyle in three of Australia’skey cities. Using short flights, self-drive and railtravel it allows you to maximise your time and takein all the highlights.Day 1Day 2Day 3Day 4Day 5Day 6Day 7Day 8Day 9Day 10Day 11Day 12Day 13Day 14Day 15Day 16Fly from the UK to Melbourne.Day in flight.Arrive in Melbourne. Explore thelaneways and in the evening take awalk along the vibrant Yarra River.Take a tram out to St Kilda. In theafternoon stroll around the galleriesof South Yarra.Enjoy a day trip to the MorningtonPeninsula and Phillip Island.Drive east to Wilsons PromontoryNational Park.Explore small, hidden bays and seewildlife in its natural habitat.Drive the coastal road to LakesEntrance.Spend the day exploring the lakesand waterways.Stop at any one of the small townsalong the coast for some excellentseafood before continuing on to thepicturesque village of Tilba Tilba.Drive north to Jervis Bay and spendthe afternoon swimming in one of themany secluded coves.Day to explore the Jervis BayNational Park, an ideal spot forbushwalking.Arrive in Sydney. Enjoy a relaxingafternoon cruise of Sydney harbour.Take the ferry across to Manly andstroll the esplanade. In the afternoonenjoy the spectacular coastal walkfrom Coogee Beach to Bondi Beach.Fly from Sydney to the UK.Arrive in the UK.Day 1Day 2Day 3Day 4Day 5Day 6Day 7-8Day 9Day 10Day 11Day 12Day 13Day 14Day 15Day 16Fly from the UK to Sydney.Day in flight.Arrive in Sydney in the morning andtake in The Rocks, Botanical Gardensand a visit to the Opera House.Take the ferry across to Manly andstroll the esplanade. In the afternoonenjoy the spectacular coastal walkfrom Coogee Beach to Bondi Beach.Collect your car and drive to theHunter Valley. Spend the afternoonwine tasting.Hit the Pacific Highway and travelnorth to Port Stephens. Take anevening stroll along Birubi Beach andwatch the surfers.Drive inland to the pretty town ofBellingen for a two night stay.Arrive at Byron Bay. Take a walk upto the scenic lighthouse, the mosteasterly point of the country.Explore the glorious beaches aroundByron Bay.Drive on along the Pacific Highway toBrisbane. Spend the afternoon aroundthe landscaped Southbank districtbefore dining out at Eagle St Pier.Travel to Noosa, the heart of theSunshine Coast.Enjoy a day trip over to Fraser Island,exploring the largest sand island in theworld by 4x4.Relax on Sunshine Beach in Noosaand enjoy the local café society.Return to Brisbane and board yourovernight flight back to the UK.Arrive in the UK.Day 1Day 2Day 3Day 4Day 5Day 6Day 7Day 8Day 9Day 10Day 11Day 12Day 13Day 14Day 15Fly overnight from the UK toMelbourne.Day in flight.Arrive in Melbourne. Explore thelaneways and in the evening take awalk along the vibrant Yarra River.Take a spectacular morning balloonflight over the city followed by anafternoon stroll around the boutiquesand galleries of South Yarra.Head out for a day tour of thewineries in the Yarra Valley.Fly from Melbourne to Adelaide.Take a stroll around the historichomes of North Adelaide.Sample South Australian wines at theMagill Estate.Take a drive out to the prettyBarossa Valley.Explore the Barossa Valley, visit somewineries, go walking or horse riding.Board the Indian Pacific train toSydney.Arrive in Sydney. Enjoy a relaxingafternoon cruise on Sydney harbour.Collect your car and drive to theHunter Valley. Spend the afternoonwine tasting.Collect a few samples from a localvineyard and drive back to Sydney.Spend the morning in the historicRocks district. In the afternoon catchyour return flight to the UK.Arrive in the UK.Stay longerIf you wish to see more it would be easy to addan extension into the Blue Mountains where youcan spend a couple of days walking and lookingfor wildlife.www.audleytravel.com/australia l 01993 838 810 l Southeast 35