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Honeymoon itinerary · by Michael Nees

10-day Australia honeymoon itinerary

Are you planning for a 10 Day Honeymoon Trip to Australia? This Australia honeymoon vacation package will fulfil your desire for romance, including a thrilling outdoor Australian adventure, and the chance to see Australia's top travel destinations.

Highlights

  • Visit the iconic Sydney Opera House and spend time at Manly Beach
  • Relax in the beautiful tropics of Port Douglas
  • Sail off in a sleek Catamaran to snorkel in the Great Barrier Reef
  • Get up close to Uluru Rock and dine under a romantic desert sky
  • Enjoy the sophistication of Melbourne City
  • Visit the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary and Crocodile Adventures

Day by day

  1. Day 1

    Arrive in Sydney

    Meet your transfer driver at Sydney Airport's arrival gate and stay three nights in one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Enjoy the stunning harbour views and golden beaches.

    Stay: The Grace Sydney (opens in a new tab)

  2. Day 2

    Sydney City Tour & Bondi Beach

    Take a relaxing half-day city tour with a local guide. See Sydney's stunning Botanical Gardens and historical buildings. Stroll along the harbour for views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House. Stop for lunch at Australia's premier yacht club then walk along famous Bondi Beach.

    Stay: The Grace Sydney (opens in a new tab)

  3. Day 3

    Fly to Tropical Port Douglas

    Return to Sydney Airport and fly direct to Cairns (3 hours 15 mins). At Cairns, transfer to the Port Douglas area (1-hour drive). Your accommodation is located in the tropical holiday town of Port Douglas.

    Stay: Port Douglas Peninsula Boutique Hotel (opens in a new tab)

  4. Day 4

    Great Barrier Reef Sailing & Snorkelling

    The Great Barrier Reef is a kaleidoscope of colourful marine life. Sail off in the sleek Aquarius Catamaran, a dedicated snorkel-only vessel with personalised service. Enjoy an exhilarating ride to the Low Isles, a tropical island on the Great Barrier Reef. Swim and snorkel in the playground of green turtles and parrotfish. Re-board for a fresh tropical fruit and seafood gourmet lunch. The return journey includes afternoon refreshments.

    Stay: Port Douglas Peninsula Boutique Hotel (opens in a new tab)

  5. Day 5

    Daintree Rainforest & Cape Tribulation

    Travel to the World Heritage-listed Daintree National Park. Step aboard a personalised craft for a cruise on the mirrored waters of the Daintree River. Cruise close to riverbanks and under the overhead canopy of the rainforest. Seek out the vivid Ulysses Butterfly, Kingfishers and other wildlife. Get your camera ready for those magnificent crocodiles!

    Stay: Port Douglas Peninsula Boutique Hotel (opens in a new tab)

  6. Day 6

    Fly to Uluru (Ayers Rock)

    Meet your driver at the hotel for transfer to Cairns Airport. Fly to Ayers Rock in the true Outback of Australia. Arrive and transfer to your resort at Yulara, the gateway to Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park.

  7. Day 7

    Uluru & Desert Dining Under the Stars

    Explore the 'Red Centre' with a local guide and begin the new day with an inspiring 4WD Desert Awakenings tour. Be captivated by the Bush Yarns at the Circle of Sand. Tonight, relax under a star-studded Uluru sky.

    Stay: Voyages Sails in the Desert Hotel (opens in a new tab)

  8. Day 8

    Fly to Melbourne

    From Ayers Rock, take a domestic flight to Melbourne with transfer to your inner-city honeymoon hotel. Melbourne is the fashion capital of Australia, known for its sophisticated style and shopping. Explore with local transport or guided tours.

    Stay: QT Melbourne (opens in a new tab)

  9. Day 9

    Phillip Island Penguins & Wildlife

    In the morning, shop at the Queen Victoria Market or go on a café crawl through Melbourne's side lanes. In the afternoon, get a close encounter with Australian wildlife in their natural habitat — see the Penguin Parade, visit the Koala Conservation Centre, Churchill Island Heritage Farm, and the Nobbies Centre.

    Stay: QT Melbourne (opens in a new tab)

  10. Day 10

    Departure Day

    Fly out of Melbourne to any other destination in Australia or New Zealand. You can easily combine existing sample travel itineraries on offer, or we can design a totally new travel package for you to include New Zealand and the Pacific Islands.

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