Pack your swimsuit and sunscreen before heading down under for this dream vacation! Come see the vibrant and diverse marine life that lives within the world-famous Great Barrier Reef and experience Sydney’s iconic sites. On this 9-day Globus Independent tour in Australia. We’ve arranged hotel accommodations, daily breakfast, and sightseeing to make your vacation as turn-key as can be. Plus, we provide you with a Local Host, someone who knows the cities you’ll visit like the back of their hand, so they can help you get an authentic Australian experience. This Globus Independent tour packs plenty of I-time to explore, relax, and discover on your own.
Your vacation beings when you arrive in Cairns. You will have three days to discover the boutiques, art galleries, and many activities that make this town a bucket-list destination. Enjoy the experience of a lifetime when you cruise to the Outer Great Barrier Reef for a day to snorkel, take a semi-submersible watercraft tour, or attend a presentation by a marine biologist. And Cairns isn’t just known for its aquatic life! You can also choose to hike, ride ATVs, or learn about the Aboriginal people who inhabited the nearby Mossman Gorge.
Then, you’ll head south to spend a few days in Sydney. Take a guided sightseeing tour where you will stop to capture the perfect shot at the Opera House and the Harbour Bridge and put your toes in the sand at the beautiful Bondi Beach. You will have two full days at your leisure. Explore independently or choose from a selection of optional activities, including a climb to the top of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, spending the day in nearby Hunter Valley where you will sample Australia’s finest wines, or joining a guided backstage tour of the Opera House.
Before heading home, stop in tropical Fiji for a three-night stay. Enjoy white-sand beaches, swaying palm trees, and the friendliest of locals. Your visit to Fiji includes a half-day Sigatoka River Safari.
Cairns to Coral Coast trip; 12 days; 4 cities
Highlights:
- Outer Great Barrier Reef Exploration - Embark on a full-day cruise from Cairns to the Outer Great Barrier Reef. Snorkel among vibrant corals, ride a semi-submersible vessel, or join a marine biologist presentation—one of Earth's most breathtaking natural wonders.
- Iconic Sydney Sights & Guided City Tour - Enjoy a guided sightseeing tour of Sydney, where you'll capture perfect shots of the Opera House, walk across or climb the Harbour Bridge, and soak your toes in the golden sands of Bondi Beach.
- Free “I‑Time” in Sydney - Benefit from two full days of leisure in Sydney. Your Local Host offers insider tips for tailored experiences—from coastal walks and taronga zoo visits to wine tastings in Hunter Valley or a backstage tour of the Opera House.
- Tropical Fiji Retreat with River Safari - End your journey with a three-night stay on Fiji’s picturesque Coral Coast. Highlights include a Sigatoka River Safari—a half-day jet-boat adventure through villages and mangroves—and plenty of leisure time on white-sand beaches.
Day 1: ARRIVE IN CAIRNS, AUSTRALIA
Arrive in Cairns, “Gateway to the Great Barrier Reef.” Your Globus Local Host will make contact with you and meet to discuss your vacation, answer questions, and give suggestions to make the most of your stay.
Day 2: CAIRNS
Spend the day as you wish.
Meal: Breakfast
Day 3: CAIRNS. EXCURSION TO THE OUTER GREAT BARRIER REEF
Prepare for the experience of a lifetime when you board a catamaran for a cruise to the Outer Great Barrier Reef, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. Explore this underwater world that is a dazzling kaleidoscope of coral and sea life. Choose to snorkel, take a semi-submersible watercraft tour, or attend a presentation by a marine biologist. Late this afternoon, return to Cairns.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 4: CAIRNS
A full day at leisure.
Meal: Breakfast
Day 5: CAIRNS–SYDNEY
Transfer to Cairns International Airport for your flight to Sydney. The remainder of the day is at leisure to start exploring this exciting city.
Meal: Breakfast
Day 6: SYDNEY
Enjoy a guided sightseeing tour that includes a photo stop at the Opera House and Harbour Bridge, and a visit to stunning Bondi Beach, one of Sydney’s most beautiful beaches. The remainder of the day is yours to explore this vibrant city. Your Local Host will have suggestions for additional sightseeing, dining, and shopping.
Meal: Breakfast
Day 7: SYDNEY
Today is at leisure. You can explore on your own or choose from a selection of optional activities.
Meal: Breakfast
Day 8: SYDNEY
Another day to do as you wish in this beautiful city.
Meal: Breakfast
Day 9: SYDNEY–NADI, FIJI–CORAL COAST
Today, fly to Nadi, Fiji, and transfer to your resort on the Coral Coast. The remainder of the day is at your leisure. Your Local Host is available to answer questions and make suggestions for sightseeing and dining.
Meal: Breakfast
Day 10: CORAL COAST
Today is at leisure.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 11: CORAL COAST
This morning’s highlight is a half-day Sigatoka River Safari. Be transported into the heart and soul of Fiji, aboard a custom-built jet boat. Cruise your way up the magnificent Sigatoka River to visit an authentic Fijian village and experience a day in the life of the real “Kaiviti” (Fijian). The remainder of your day is yours to explore the beautiful beaches or perhaps sample some local cuisine.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 12: CORAL COAST–NADI
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
Meal: Breakfast
Please contact our Travel Advisors for details.
Tour Code: GJ
