Australia 2025

There is a wealth of adventure waiting in Sydney, from its cosmopolitan city center to miles of beautiful beaches and the Blue Mountains.

Australia’s oldest and largest city was born in 1788 with the arrival of the “First Fleet,” transporting 760 British convicts. Today, Sydney is the largest port in the South Pacific and is often voted the most popular destination in the South Pacific.

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Debark Tour – Spectacular Blue Mountains

Embrace the wilds of New South Wales on this all-day excursion. We’ll also visit the wonderful Featherdale Wildlife Park, where you can encounter Australia’s unique and precious wildlife in a natural bush setting. You’ll get an opportunity to observe the private collection of more than 2,200 mammals, birds and reptiles. Enjoy lunch in a local restaurant. Explore Jurassic rain forests, waterfalls and giant rock formations as you glide across the sky in the Scenic Cableway, an aerial cable car, over the Blue Mountains. Views include the Three Sisters, a famous rock formation, and the Giant Stairway, which descends 916 steps into the Jamison Valley.

Hop On, Hop Off Sydney—Discover 1 Day—In Transit

Hop-On and Hop-Off the double decker bus and discover the landmarks and attractions that define Sydney. With a total of 30 stops along the way, your classic one-day ticket allows you the freedom to explore one of Australia’s most vibrant cities on two different routes: Hop on the Sydney Tour to discover the inner city surrounding Darling Harbour. Hop off to visit attractions like the Australian Museum, Sydney Sea Life Aquarium, and Sydney Tower Eye, and explore the Royal Botanical Gardens, Chinatown, and Surry Hills. Change to the Bondi Tour for a coastal adventure through Sydney’s eastern bays toward sun-soaked Bondi, a must for beach-lovers. The open-top bus provides fantastic views, and the fun and entertaining multi-lingual audio tour is available in a choice of eight languages.

Shortland named the stream the Hunter River after Australia’s then Governor-General. During that short voyage, the lieutenant also discovered vast deposits of coal. In 1804, the burgeoning mining settlement and lumber port were christened Newcastle after the famed English coal city. Newcastle, Australia, also served as a gateway to the rich lands of the Hunter Valley – a region producing internationally acclaimed wines by the mid-19th century.

Christ Church Cathedral is the symbol of Newcastle. The restored church has survived both a devastating earthquake and Japanese attack. In 1942, the Japanese submarine I-21 surfaced to shell the city and its dockyards.

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Best of Newcastle

Newcastle is a city rich in heritage and culture, boasting historic architecture, a thriving arts scene and a community proud of its past. And you will get to see what makes this coastal city so fascinating with this Newcastle Sights and Fort Scratchley tour. Pass by the Lock Up, Customs House, the Convict Lumber Yard, Christ Church Cathedral and a range of other sights, before making a stop at Fort Scratchley. Enjoy a guided tour conducted by the Fort Scratchley Historical Society that will give you a behind-the-scenes look into the first and only Australian Fort to return fire on an enemy ship during a period of war. Explore the underground tunnels, wander the barracks and take a peek at the above ground defence structures. Finish off the tour with a stop at Newcastle Museum, where you can enjoy free time to wander the exhibits at your leisure.

Port Stephens Dolphin Watching Cruise

Often described as the “Dolphin Capital of Eastern Australia”, Port Stephens is a fascinating town with spectacular marine life. Home to a resident population of 165 bottlenose dolphins, Port Stephens on Nelson Bay is a must-see destination for nature-lovers. Enjoy a relaxing harbour cruise where you can soak up the views and say hello to the many local, marine residents, including sea turtles and pelicans. For the adventure-seekers, enjoy a ride in the vessel’s wake as a boom net is lowered, giving young and old alike the chance to get a little wet and wild.

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Easy Brisbane & Botanical Gardens

Tour historic Brisbane, passing Parliament House, the Treasury Building, City Hall and the Old Customs House.

Watch for the city’s Cultural Center, which combines the Art Gallery, the Performing Arts Complex, the Museum and Public Library-all landmark properties.

The gentle Brisbane River flows through green, inner-city parks, past an unusual blend of historic and modern architecture not to be missed. From the top of Mt Coot-tha, enjoy spectacular views over Brisbane (weather permitting).

The nearby Botanic Gardens are a living museum of plant collections, displaying early heritage specimens through to present day exotic and native plantings. This facility is considered to be one of the most important non-indigenous cultural landscapes in Queensland and is recognized for its natural and historic values. In addition to the plant collection, there are a number of significant heritage features.

Take time to enjoy a stroll through these magnificent gardens and learn about the plants.

Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary

Head out to the Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary, winner of many Australian Tourism Awards. Get up close with a koala, hand-feed the kangaroos and encounter a large variety of Aussie wildlife, in a beautiful setting.

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Easy Airlie Beach

This whirlwind tour around Airlie Beach is an ideal way to get to know this treasured tropical town. From the Port of Airlie, your coach will head to Cannonvale Beach, a tranquil beachfront suburb where you can snap a couple of photos at a scenic vantage point. Then it’s off to Shute Harbor Lookout for more amazing views over the tranquil Whitsunday waters before venturing into the heart of Airlie Beach township. Disembark in the center of town and from here you can make your way to the Airlie Beach markets for souvenir shopping or to the beach front or lagoon for a dip in the water to cool off. Those who disembark have the option to take either a shuttle bus or a short walk back to the pier later in the day at your leisure. Guests not wanting to disembark can return straight back to the pier.

Glass-bottom Boat

Take off on a voyage of discovery as you venture out onto the cerulean waters of Shute Harbour. Your tour starts with a short coach transfer to Shute Harbour, where you’ll board the glass bottom boat. Once you take your seat under the canopy and gaze through the glass bottom, you’ll delight in the fascinating up-close peek at this startling underwater world. Get up close and personal without getting wet and have your camera handy; you’ll behold a spectacular array of otherworldly beauty: fish in colors that could rival a box of crayons, the coral reef, sea turtles, stingrays, and plenty of fish species. As the captain steers the boat across the water, you can revel in the beautiful scenic location and clear views of the seascape while the friendly crew offers insights into the history, diverse ecosystem and geology of Airlie Beach and the Whitsunday Islands.

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Wet Tropic Wildlife & Crocodile Cruise

Discover Tropical North Queensland’s unique wildlife with a visit to the award winning Wildlife Habitat. Enjoy a casual lunch, then take a Croc-spotting cruise along the Daintree River.

Lunch with the Lorikeets

Lunch has never been so wild and fun. Wildlife Habitat, Australia’s leading environmental wildlife rescue program, is the setting for an exceptional half-day excursion that offers a casual lunch while observing lorikeets and other birdlife as they fly and roam freely. What is a lorikeet? A small to medium-sized parrot famed for its brilliant blue, green, red, yellow, and deep purple plumage. After lunch, you’re free to enjoy the Grassland Habitat, which includes kangaroo and wallaby feeding areas (you can pat and hand feed them, too); the Wetland Habitat, where you’ll find cute koalas; and the Rainforest Habitat, home of the large, flightless cassowary bird, which is classified as endangered. The Wildlife Habitat also boasts freshwater crocodiles and larger estuarine crocodiles. For the brave heart, you can purchase a souvenir photo holding one of their small crocodiles or perhaps a snake. After browsing the gift shop, reboard your motorcoach for the return drive to your waiting ship.

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Darwin City Explorer

Get to know the artistic side of Darwin with visits to two cultural attractions and a fully-narrated sightseeing tour. After boarding your air-conditioned coach, you’ll ride down the esplanade while uncovering the history of this top-end town, which has a unique tropical character all of its own. Your route takes you past Darwin’s notable historic buildings and sites involved in the bombing of Darwin during World War II. You’ll stop for views and photos at the scenic East Point, Darwin’s western-most point and, once the site of heavy WWII fortifications. Then, explore the George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens, known for its collections of north Australian and other tropical species. Your tour continues on to the Museum & Art Gallery of the Northern Territory for a self-guided tour. Among the million natural history specimens and over 30,000 items of art is a collection of Aboriginal art and artifacts.

Territory Wildlife Park

Thrill to the majesty of seeing Australia’s wild animals in their natural habitat during this Animal Planet Recommended excursion. The excitement begins as you leave the outer suburbs of Darwin and enter the Outback’s desert landscape en route to Territory Wildlife Park. Upon arrival, you can board an open-air shuttle train or choose to walk the trails to visit each attraction. The park boasts a walk-through aquarium where barramundi, whip rays and other fresh water species glide gracefully above and beside you. Come nose-to-nose with a giant freshwater croc, continue on through the coastal mangrove communities and then onto the coral reefs, where you’ll see an astonishing variety of corals and fish. And the Monsoon Forest Walk goes through an area supported by the springs that flow into Berry Creek, which is traditionally significant to the local Aboriginal people. After visiting the park, reboard your motorcoach and return to Darwin.

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Easy Broome

Enjoy a leisurely, narrated tour of Broome from your air conditioned coach. You will see Chinatown and the landmark Sun Picture Theater, Captain Gregory’s House, the Broome Historical Museum and Mangrove Point, with stops at Pioneer Park, the Japanese Cemetery and Scenic Outlook.

Willie Creek Pearl Farm

Discover the fascinating world of pearl farming on a scenic tour of Willie Creek Pearl Farm. Upon arrival, your guide will share the secrets of how these rare and beautiful cultured pearls are produced. You will also learn how to evaluate the luster, shape and value of individual pearls and see how oysters are seeded. After the demonstration, you will climb aboard a boat for a tour of the oyster beds. Under these waters is the breeding ground for the famous Pinctada Maxima oyster, which is the only oyster that produces South Sea pearls. This oyster can grow up to a foot in diameter and can produce a lustrous pearl ranging from 9 millimeters to 20 millimeters. Before returning to the ship, you will have a chance to visit the showroom to see exquisite handmade jewelry featuring Broome pearls, diamonds and Western Australian gold.

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Snorkel Ningaloo Reef

Join us as we jump in and explore the wonders the Ningaloo Reef has to offer. With an abundance of coral and fish life, you will not be disappointed.

Ultimate Exmouth

Ascend to the top of the Cape Range to see the rugged ridges of Charles Knife Gorge, take a small detour through the town of Exmouth, explore the Turtle Centre and have a refreshing swim at Turtle Bay. Stop at Lighthouse Hill before returning to the ship.

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Easy Fremantle & Kings Park

Experience the highlights of Perth on this half-day, leisurely, narrated tour via air-conditioned motorcoach. En route, travel through historic Fremantle, which offers views of Fremantle Prison and the Round House, built in the 1800’s to house notorious prisoners. Journey to Perth, located alongside the glistening Swan River. Drive through the city’s exclusive suburbs, home to the rich and famous. Pass Matilda Bay, the restored Swan Brewery and the Royal Perth Yacht Club (once home to the America’s Cup). Visit Perth’s King’s Park, a 1000-acre park featuring a combination of cultivated botanical gardens and wild, native bush. Enjoy free time to explore the grounds. Peruse the gift shop for souvenirs of your visit. Enjoy a photo stop at Cottlesloe Beach, Perth’s most popular beach boasting stunning white sands, glistening azure waters and a wide grassy esplanade.

West Coast Wineries

The Swan River ribbons its way into the Swan Valley, the oldest wine region in Western Australia, a fertile farming region with a rich history of viticulture. There are more than 40 wineries in the area, and Chenin blanc and Grenache are touted to be the region’s greatest varieties. Visit two local vineyards and enjoy wine tasting. Relax on your picturesque ride back to port.

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Margaret River On Your Own

The Margaret River region is home to limestone caves, peaceful hamlets, picturesque landscapes and sparkling beaches.

Discover the area’s beauty for yourself on this leisurely sightseeing trip to the quaint township of Margaret River. Your first stop is Canal Rocks, a natural phenomenon 700 million years in the making. These ancient and unusual rock formations of orange colored granite jut into the ocean and are separated by a series of canals that have been hollowed out by the pounding sea. Marvel at the ocean’s beauty and power from the short boardwalk and bridge that traverse the canals.

Back on the coach and it’s off to the town of Margaret River. As you approach, you will cross the famed river and enjoy views of a picturesque forest and parkland. Your time in Margaret River will be at your leisure to wander its one long street which is lined with cafes, gourmet food and curiosity shops, boutiques, galleries and much more. It’s the combination of the best food, wine, art and a love of nature which contributes to the heart and soul of Margaret River.

Margaret River’s Sweet Tooth Trail

Board your coach and be whisked away to the Margaret River Wine Region for a four-hour “sweet tooth” excursion, beginning with a visit to Gabriel Chocolate, Western Australia’s first bean-to-bar chocolate maker. Here, you’ll have time to shop and sample a number of delicious delights. In the mood for a cup of hot chocolate and a muffin? Then be sure to stroll over to Gabriel Café where you can purchase baked goods, chocolate drinks, and coffee. Next, is the Margaret River Nougat Co., which features 22 nougat flavor combinations, such as Nougaretto Liqueur, and a viewing window where you can watch nougat being made. For delicious fudge and honeycomb, you’ll head to Candy Cow, your final stop. An Australian favorite that you may like to sample is honey crunch, which consists of sugar, honey, and syrup. Finally, you’ll rejoin your coach for the relaxing ride back to your ship.

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Best of Albany: National ANZAC Centre & Torndirrup National Park

Take a narrated drive that visits Albany’s most significant highlights on this half-day excursion. Your first stop will be Torndirrup National Park. Here you can walk to a lookout for glorious views of dramatic land formations called “The Gap” and “Natural Bridge.” The Gap drops 78 feet to the raging sea while the Natural Bridge resembles a huge granite suspension bridge spanning the torrent. Next, you’re off on a city drive which ends at Mt. Clarence Lookout. Here you’ll have more spectacular views, which include Princess Royal Harbour, King George Sound and the Albany Wind Farm. The highlight of the tour will be the National ANZAC Centre. The National ANZAC Centre is a newly built, multimillion dollar museum which recognises the ANZAC legend. Your time here will be self-guided to explore independently.

Southern Wineries and sights

Travel along Stirling Terrace, through downtown Albany, to enjoy the mixture of renovated historic buildings and the contrasting newer shops and central business district.
Pass the Courthouse, rotunda and the old Post Office, which now houses the Albany Branch of the University of Western Australia.
Drive past Middleton Beach and Dog Rock; a large granite rock in the shape of a dog’s head.
Visit two local vineyards and enjoy wine tastings.

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Cleland Wildlife Park

Thrill to the majesty of seeing wild animals as they roam through Cleland Wildlife Park. situated on 86 acres in the rolling hills of Adelaide’s Mount Lofty Ranges, the Park offers an immersive nature experience, with a limited number of enclosures and the chance to get closer to some of the country’s most iconic animals. Once you take your seat in your coach, you’ll journey through native bushland to the Adelaide Hills en route to Cleland Wildlife Park, an award-winning wildlife reserve that offers a true bush experience and has been a major tourist attraction in South Australia since 1967. As you explore the park and follow the self-discovery trails, you will find an abundance of native wildlife and walk among the free roaming animals in their natural environment. Explore the lively wetlands where the pelicans, cormorants and water birds live. See kangaroos, emus, dingoes, wallabies, Tasmanian devils and many more!

Leisurely Adelaide

Travel through downtown Adelaide and take in the history and highlights as you pass the handsomely restored former Railway Building, numerous stately colonial buildings, the Botanical Gardens and the Holy Trinity Church. There are delightful views of the city’s renowned flower-fringed parks before your drive continues past the grand Old Parliament Buildings and nearby Government House. Leave the city limits behind as you travel to the outlying ranges and Mount Lofty Lookout for spectacular views over the city. Returning down the tree-lined North Terrace, you will pass some of the expansive coastal beaches and drive through the small town of Port Adelaide before arriving at the quayside.

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Easy Melbourne: City Drive

This tour is specifically designed for guests who prefer little or no walking.

Take in the scenic highlights of Melbourne–the Bay suburbs, the beautiful Princess Theatre, the Arts & Cultural Center, Melbourne Cricket Grounds, and Melbourne Park on a narrated panoramic drive through the city.

Enjoy unobstructed 360-degree city views from the Melbourne Eureka Skydeck–created to reach for the sky. Nothing you have ever experienced will prepare you for the awe-inspiring view of Melbourne from the Southern Hemisphere’s highest viewing platform. It is quite literally an experience above all others.

There will be a short photo stop at the Shrine of Remembrance before you return to the ship.

Local Connections: Arcades & Alleyways

Join a local guide, for an exclusive walking tour of marvelous Melbourne. You will be led through the city’s fascinating labyrinth of atmospheric arcades and alleyways, where you will discover lanes filled with trendy cafés and eclectic boutiques, not to mention some out there graffiti street art. You will see the hand of progress as you encounter buildings that have been renewed and transformed, such as the old General Post Office. This tour is a wonderful way to discover Melbourne’s architectural and cultural heritage. Enjoy a late morning coffee at a local café, after which you can either remain in the city to perhaps visit a museum and explore other sights on your own, or return to the ship on the tram (escorted by your guide).

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Hobart Historic Walking Tour

Step through time and into Hobart’s fascinating past on a 1.5-hour walking tour that takes in the area’s heritage sights. Your guide offers lively commentary and a wealth of information on Hobart’s history and the characters that played a role in its illustrious development. Lace up your walking shoes and grab your camera then discover how and why the island was first settled and hear tales of the struggles of early settlers. Walk past such sights as St. David’s Cathedral, the old jail and treasury, Sullivan’s Cove, Salamanca Place, built for the whaling industry, and Battery Point. Your expert guide will point out some of the earliest structures of the city, as well as the famous sandstone buildings, still in excellent condition today. Your guide will carry old maps and archival images of historical scenes so you can compare past and present. It’s a fascinating, first-hand experience that brings the history books to life. Return to port with wonderful memories and photographs.

Mt Wellington & Royal Botanic Gardens

A relaxed motorcoach ride through the streets of Hobart and up to the summit of Mount Wellington begins this half-day adventure, that also includes the beautiful Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens. Depart from the pier and commence your drive through the lively city streets to the summit of Mount Wellington. From the pinnacle, on a clear day, you’ll see for miles up the Derwent Valley and down to the Southern Ocean, with sweeping views of Hobart. The inlets, bays and hills of this beautiful city are spread out in a stunning panorama. You’ll want to have your camera to capture all these glorious vistas. After descending the mountain, continue on to the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens. Here, friends of the gardens will engage you on a guided tour of the grounds. The gardens are over 200 years old, and in addition to a diverse range of plants and blooms in native and exotic collections, the garden features a lily pond, themed enclaves, and many interesting historical highlights to discover. Return to port with a camera filled with memories.