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This sophisticated South Pacific adventure combines the beaches of Fiji with Australia’s metropolises and famous outback. Enjoy the outdoors without having to rough it! Go hiking, cruising, and diving while staying at luxury hotels and camps. Featuring 5 star properties, private guided tours, all internal flights, scenic helicopter rides, cruises and more!
Begin in Fiji where you’ll visit the volcanic Nausori Highlands, beautiful Saweni Beach and five acres of tropical orchid gardens. Take a scenic helicopter ride over white sand and coral reefs, stay in luxurious bures (Fijian wood-and-straw hut/cabins), journey on a dolphin safari, enjoy water sports and relax before heading across the Pacific Ocean to Australia’s outback! Travel from island paradise to Sydney, Australia’s vibrant capital. Go on a luncheon cruise through the harbour and a captivating city tour. Visit the World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains National Park and sacred Ayers Rock. Enjoy the outdoors in a 5* eco camp, set atop an isolated sand dune close to the border of the Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. Refresh, restore and revitalise in the aquamarine reef waters of the Coral Sea, the crystal creeks of Mossman Gorge and the palm fringed golden sands of Port Douglas' Four Mile Beach. Cruise the Agincourt Reef by catamaran, a magnificent ribbon of coral reef where you can experience the magic of the Great Barrier. Dive, snorkel and explore this underwater delight from the comfort of a semi-sub. Watch fish feeding from a unique underwater observatory or take an optional helicopter tour over the reef before heading home from this tour of a lifetime!
Cultural, relaxing, adventurous and luxurious, this Fiji Australia fusion incorporates a little bit of everything!
Request a quote or call Kensington to speak to our South Pacific Destination Expert to learn more about various extensions and all the different ways of customizing your tour. Some examples are shark diving or spending a couple days exploring picturesque New Zealand. All of our tours are available at 3, 4 and 5 star levels according to your preference, call now!
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Itinerary
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Day 1
Nadi Nadi is located on the western side of the main island of Viti Levu, Fiji. Along with sugar cane production, tourism is a mainstay of the local economy. With its large Indo-Fijian population, Nadi is a centre for Hinduism and Islam in Fiji. The downtown area is defined by the Nadi River and Viseisei village on the west side, and the beautiful Sri Siva Subramaniya temple on the east. It is the largest Hindu temple in the Southern hemisphere, and is a site for pilgrims. Muslims worship at the Nadi Mosque and the Ahmadiya Mosque. Relax upon your arrival as you have a Meet & Greet service on arrival with shell leis and 500ml of Fiji Water. Your tour guide will escort you and will assist you with check-in at the hotel. During your transfer to the hotel your tour guide will explain the itinerary and all the necessary details of your adventure. Private transfer from Nadi Airport to the Fiji Orchids. Kensington Tours donates a portion of proceeds to our charitable initiative www.kensingtoncares.com which supports education-based initiatives in disadvantaged communities. The Fiji Orchid hotel is located 15 minutes drive north of Nadi International Airport and 10 minutes south of Lautoka. The setting is stunning — in a tropical environment in the foothills of the volcanic Nausori Highlands and close to Saweni Beach, one of Fiji's most beautiful stretches of sand and sea. The highlight, however, is the property's own surroundings — in five acres of tropical gardens that showcase an extraordinary number and variety of magnificent orchids. With only six villas, Fiji Orchid is very private and exclusive. The property incorporates a restaurant, bar and lounge area, a boutique and a large swimming pool. Overnight at Fiji Orchids. |
 Nadi |
 Kensington Cares |
 Fiji Orchids |
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Day 2
Nadi Enjoy time at leisure to explore at your own pace, or relax at your hotel. Overnight at Fiji Orchids. |
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Day 3
Mamanuca Islands The Mamanuca group of islands is located just a few kilometers off the western side of Fiji's main island of Viti Levu. It is one of Fiji's most popular resort destinations with a number of beautiful islands and reefs. With names such as Treasure Island, Beachcomber Island, Tokoriki and Vomo to name a few, these islands evoke palm tree fringed beaches and pristine blue lagoons. The Mamanuca Islands are a perfect place to experience a tropical paradise in the South Pacific. Transfer from Outrigger Fiji to Castaway Island Resort by helicopter. Enjoy the beautiful coastline from the sky as you make your way to your next island, Mamanacu. At Mamanuca you can decide to do nothing, and relax on one of the boundless hammocks, or underneath a palm tree or you can take part in some of the optional activities available. Enjoy snorkelling with beautiful coral reefs right in front of you, or jump on one of the many glass bottom boats and see the magnificent fish and coral below, try some night hand line fishing or big game fishing. Alternatively, parasailing, jetskiing and waterskiing are all readily available. This island has excellent children's activities making it great for families. Please ask your Sales Advisor about any of these tour options if you are interested. Likuliku Lagoon Resort is an oasis of sand and water on Fiji's Malolo Island. Each of the bures are designed to suit the tastes of even the most discerning traveler. Air conditioning, DVD players, music systems, and separate bathing pavilions are just a few of the perks offered in some of the bures. From deluxe, beachfront bures to over the water bures, the LikuLiku Lagoon Resort dazzles those who stay in these luxurious accommodations. Culinary explosions of the most popular Pacific spices and dishes allows for creative dining. Enjoy fusions of local delights and international staples in a romantic setting. Later, grab a cocktail at one of the bars with a wonderful view of the sun dipping below the lagoon. Overnight at LikuLiku Lagoon Resort. |
 Mamanuca Islands |
 Mamanacu Helicopter transfer |
 Likuliku Lagoon Resort |
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Day 4
Mamanuca Islands Overnight at LikuLiku Lagoon Resort. |
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Day 5
Mamanuca Islands At Mamanuca you can decide to do nothing, and relax on one of the boundless hammocks, or underneath a palm tree or you can take part in some of the optional activities available. Enjoy snorkelling with beautiful coral reefs right in front of you, or jump on one of the many glass bottom boats and see the magnificent fish and coral below, try some night hand line fishing or big game fishing. Alternatively, parasailing, jetskiing and waterskiing are all readily available. This island has excellent children's activities making it great for families. Please ask your Sales Advisor about any of these tour options if you are interested. Overnight at LikuLiku Lagoon Resort. |
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Day 6
Sydney Sydney is the most populous city in Australia, with a metropolitan area population of approximately 4.28 million. It is the state capital of New South Wales, and the site of the first British colony in Australia, established in 1788 at Sydney Cove by Arthur Phillip, leader of the First Fleet from Britain. Located on Australia's south-east coast, the city is built around Port Jackson, which includes Sydney Harbour, leading to the city's nickname, "the Harbour City". It is noted for the Sydney Opera House and the Harbour Bridge, and its beaches. The metropolitan area is surrounded by national parks, and contains many bays, rivers and inlets. Launch transfer from Mamanuca to Port Denerau. Avail of a private transfer from Nadi to Denarau. Includes airport transfer to city/hotel with private vehicle, professional driver and local representative. There are so many things to do in Sydney it may be hard deciding what to choose. We would recommend some of the following attractions: Sydney Aquarium, Sydney Tower + Oz Trek, and the Art Gallery of New South Wales which also houses an Aboriginal Art exhibition. You can also choose to take a half day city sights tour, a one hour Majestic Harbour Cruise (which operates daily at 10:30 or 15:00) or the Sydney Opera House Essential Tour (1 hr, operates daily between 09:00 and 17:00). All are included in the SmartVisit free pass card. Ask your Travel Consultant if you would like to purchase this card. A boutique property with the reliability, consistency and attentive service of a major business hotel. Each of BLUE’s 100 Guest Rooms, including 33 stunning Loft Rooms, retain the authenticity and charm of the historic wharf building while providing the latest in modern luxury and accommodations. Each room features unique characteristics of the original heritage-listed wharf, modern décor and a view of either the eclectic Woolloomooloo Bay Village or the sensational Sydney Harbour foreshores. Overnight at Blue Hotel. |
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 The Rocks Market area at Night |
 BLUE Sydney |
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Day 7
Sydney You will be picked up from your Sydney hotel and taken on a private tour of Australia's largest city with an expert guide. Take in the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge and world famous Sydney Opera House. Highlights to see also include the historical Rocks district and the beautiful Botanical gardens. On the other side of Circular Quay you will find the Sydney Aquarium and Cockel Bay. You may even wish to leave the CBD and explore some of the interesting Sydney suburbs. Overnight at Blue Hotel. |
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Day 8
Sydney You will be transferred from Sydney to enjoy the crisp air of the Blue Mountains. The Blue Mountains is a mountainous region in New South Wales, Australia. It borders on Sydney's metropolitan area, its foothills starting approximately 50 kilometres west of the state capital. The area begins on the west side of the Nepean River and extends westward as far as Cox's River. Consisting mainly of a sandstone plateau, the area is dissected by gorges up to 760 metres deep. The highest point of the range is 1,190 metres above sea level. A large part of the Blue Mountains is incorporated into the Greater Blue Mountains Area World Heritage Site, consisting of seven national park areas and a conservation reserve. Your Driver and Guide will pick you up from your Sydney hotel and transfer you to this region for a full day tour. Overnight at Blue Hotel. |
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Day 9
Ayers Rock Uluru, also referred to as Ayers Rock, is a large sandstone rock formation in the southern part of the Northern Territory, central Australia. It lies 335 km (208 mi) south west of the nearest large town, Alice Springs; 450 km (280 mi) by road. Kata Tjuta (The Olgas) and Uluru are the two major features of the Uluru - Kata Tjuta National Park. Uluru is sacred to the Pitjantjatjara and Yankunytjatjara, the Aboriginal people of the area. It has many springs, waterholes, rock caves and ancient paintings. Uluru is listed as a World Heritage Site. Includes airport transfer to city/hotel with private vehicle, professional driver and local representative. Longitude 131 will arrange transportation to escort you between the airport and property. After arriving at Longitude 131° and settling in, meet in the Dune House for a 3pm departure to the Cultural Centre where you will learn the cultural and spiritual meanings of Uluru & Kata Tjuta. Afterwards you will travel to Uluru, where we will take a short walk into Kantju Gorge. On arrival at the gorge we will serve refreshments 'inside' Uluru and watch the sunset. You will return to Longitude 131° at approximately 7.15pm. On your return, relax in the Dune House over pre-dinner drinks and canapés before enjoying a gourmet dinner with your fellow travellers or for a special occasion a private dinner by the pool or on the Dune Top. Luxurious, eco-sensitive and romantic, Longitude 131° (5*) offers immersion in the wilderness of Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. This award-winning luxury wilderness camp in Australia's Red Centre has achieved new heights in ecotourism the world over. Longitude 131° is a deluxe camping experience like no other and set atop an isolated sand dune close to the border of the Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. In the crisp, white linen of a king-sized bed guest find the serene, silent sleep of the desert. Guests awake to their own private view of the amazing sun rising over Uluru (Ayers Rock). Overnight at Longitude 131° (5*) . |
 Ayers Rock |
 Dining at Longitude 131 |
 Longitude 131° |
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Day 10
Ayers Rock Depart Longitude 131° at 6am bound for Kata Tjuta. Upon arrival you will begin your journey with a guided tour of Walpa Gorge, where the natural history of Kata Tjuta is explained in great detail, learning how eons of weathering and continental upheaval have created what is seen today. You will return to Longitude 131° at approximately 10am. Spend your afternoon at leisure or take the opportunity to enjoy any of our optional tours, such as a camel ride, Harley ride or helicopter tour over Uluru and Kata Tjuta. Enjoy sunset drinks and canapés on the Dune Top from 6pm. You will then be transferred to our outdoor dining venue, where you'll have an unforgettable dining experience under the stars. Return to the Dune House for complimentary after dinner drinks. Overnight at Longitude 131° (5*) . |
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Day 11
Port Douglas Port Douglas is a town in Far North Queensland, Australia, approximately 70 km (43 mi) north of Cairns. Its permanent population was 948 residents in 2006. The town's population can often quadruple, however, with the influx of tourists during the peak tourism season May-September. The town is named in honour of former Premier of Queensland, John Douglas. Port Douglas developed quickly based on the mining industry, other parts of the area were established with timber cutting occurring in the area surrounding the Daintree River and with settlement starting to occur on lots around the Mossman River by 1880. Depart Longitude 131° at 6am bound for Kata Tjuta. Upon arrival you will begin your journey with a guided tour of Walpa Gorge, where the natural history of Kata Tjuta is explained in great detail, learning how eons of weathering and continental upheaval have created what is seen today. You will return to Longitude 131° at approximately 10am. Spend your afternoon at leisure or take the opportunity to enjoy any of our optional tours, such as a camel ride, Harley ride or helicopter tour over Uluru and Kata Tjuta. Enjoy sunset drinks and canapés on the Dune Top from 6pm. You will then be transferred to our outdoor dining venue, where you'll have an unforgettable dining experience under the stars. Return to the Dune House for complimentary after dinner drinks. Longitude 131 will arrange transportation to escort you between the airport and property. Transfer between Cairns airport and the beautiful town of Port Douglas with private vehicle and driver. We all need time out now and again, enter a laid back tropical oasis with sophisticated worldly comforts with a small friendly village atmosphere. Go from business suit to barefoot and frantic to free. Refresh, restore and revitalise, in the aquamarine reef waters of the Coral Sea, the crystal creeks of Mossman Gorge, and the palm fringed golden sands of Port Douglas' Four Mile Beach. Peppers Balé Port Douglas offers a new dimension in exclusive luxury escapes in Tropical North Queensland. This stunning upmarket holiday experience is unsurpassed in luxury and style and inspired by the pavilion accommodation found in South East Asia. Taking advantage of the natural elements surrounding this inspiring resort, the sanctuary style accommodation offers privacy, without giving up the attention to detail you would expect with a premium leisure experience. Choose from a range of beautiful 1, 2, 3 and 4 bedroom sanctuaries homes all with private plunge pools, poolside pavilion with day bed, internal and external spaces throughout, and full kitchen, lounge and dining facilities. The sanctuaries feature premium facilities including LCD Televisions, DVD players and sound systems. Overnight at Peppers Bale Resort (5*). |
 Port Douglas |
 Port Douglas Four Mile Beach |
 Peppers Bale Resort |
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Day 12
Port Douglas You will be picked up from your Port Douglas hotel and taken by shared coach along with fellow travellers for your experience of a lifetime. Our friendly crew will take you to a reef at the very edge of Australia's Continental Shelf, to an underwater world that is a dazzling kaleidoscope of colour and brilliance. We take you to Agincourt Reef, a magnificent ribbon reef where you can experience first hand the magic that is the Great Barrier Reef. You can choose to dive, snorkel, or stay dry and explore the stunning reef from the comfort of a semi-sub, just one metre underwater. Watch the fish feeding from Quicksilver's unique underwater viewing platform and underwater observatory or fly in a helicopter over the reef. Whichever way you choose you'll bring home a lifetime of memories from this living natural wonder. The cruise includes morning tea and lunch. There is a $5 per person fuel surcharge payable directly to the catamaran company on boarding the catamaran. Overnight at Peppers Bale Resort (5*). |
 Port Douglas: Outer Reef |
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Day 13
Port Douglas Departing your hotel and joining your fellow travellers, we travel through the rich farming areas toward the World Heritage Listed forest region of Cape Tribulation. We step aboard our own personalised craft for a cruise on the mirrored smooth waters of the Daintree River. We cruise close to riverbanks and under the overhead canopy of the rainforest seeking out the vivid Ulysees Butterfly, Kingfishers and various other wildlife. The cruise takes us through silent backwaters where crocodiles can normally be seen basking on the muddy banks. Arriving on the northern side of the river you enjoy a homestyle morning tea at Thornton Beach before making your way towards Cape Tribulation and the Coral Sea. Usually we are the sole voyagers on this stretch of wilderness beach. Just before you arrive you will see an outstanding panoramic picture postcard view at Alexandra Range Lookout. From here you'll have a spectacular view of the mouth of the Daintree River, Snapper Island and on a clear day Port Douglas. Overnight at Peppers Bale Resort (5*). |
 Alexandra Range Lookout |
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Day 14
Port Douglas - Cairns You will be picked up from your Port Douglas Hotel and taken by private car to Cairns City or airport. Depart from International Airport. End of itinerary. Overnight at Depart (Int`l Airport) (standard). |
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Trip Includes
Guaranteed departure – Accommodation, Activities, Transfers, Meals, Fees where indicated as per the itinerary - Local and international traveler assistance during your tour - Specialised and personalised services
Trip Excludes
International and Internal Flights - Tips - Laundry - Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages unless explicitly noted - Optional activities/extras – Visas (unless noted) - Vacation insurance
Trip Terms & Conditions
- Your deposit is due immediately on booking (30% of program price, minimum $250). The balance is due 90 days prior to departure. We accept payment via credit card, certified check, wire transfer or money order.
- Tour quotes do not include airfare to/from the trip start point unless noted on the itinerary
- Cost increases in currency exchange, government fees, taxes, surcharges or hotel/lodge tariff increases between quote date and start date are payable by the client.
- Availability cannot be guaranteed until booked. We will exercise best efforts to book hotels per the itinerary, however, in busy seasons and with client bookings made within 90 days of tour date we may be forced to offer substitutes.
- Cancellations of confirmed bookings 90 days or more prior to departure will receive full refund minus a $350 (per person) administrative fee and any non-refundable paid fees (e.g. non-refundable airfare, cruise or hotel deposits). 60-89 days will be subject to loss of deposit. 30-59 days will be subject to loss of 50% of program price. 29 days or less will be subject to 100% of program price.
- Payment of the program price constitutes your acceptance of the terms and conditions set out at www.kensingtontours.com/terms-and-conditions
- Living Standards and practices at destination may differ from those in North America with respect to provisions of utilities, services and accommodation.
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