Eclectic Australia Experience: Shark Diving to Cultural Immersion

Diving with sharks in Australia.

What to expect on this itinerary

Magnificent marine encounters and phenomenal landscape scenes abound on this carefully curated 15-day tour of Australia’s astonishing shores. Whether marveling at surreal encounters of Great White Sharks while safely cage diving or admiring the sea creatures of the Great Barrier Reef, every experience of this adventure will showcase the unbridled beauty of Australia's famous locales, from Melbourne and Port Lincoln to Port Douglas and Sydney.

Countries Visited

Australia

Places Visited

Melbourne, Port Lincoln, Adelaide, Port Douglas, Sydney

Suggested Duration

15 Days

Customizable Itinerary

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Day 1

Melbourne - Sparkling Cultural Blends

Regarded as Australia’s most European destination and boasting a bustling atmosphere, Melbourne will blow you away. Upon your arrival, you will transfer to your boutique hotel in South Yarra. Swanky art-deco mansions will dominate the suburban skyline, and buzzing boulevards will emanate a chic vibe. When you are ready, you can submerge yourself in Melbourne’s cultural blend of trendy bars and art galleries before settling in for dinner at a candlelit restaurant on the harbor.

What's Included:

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Day 2

Melbourne - Culinary and Retail Experiences

Day 3

Melbourne - The Great Ocean Road

Day 4

Port Lincoln - Australia’s Heart of Seafood

Day 5

Port Lincoln - Marine Encounters

Day 6

Port Lincoln - Port Lincoln National Park

Day 7

Adelaide - Scenes of Vibrancy

Day 8

Port Douglas - Witness Unforgettable Scenes

Day 9

Port Douglas - Marine Discoveries

Day 10

Port Douglas - In the Mossman Gorge

Day 11

Sydney - The Sydney Skyline

Day 12

Sydney - Blue Mountains National Park

Day 13

Sydney - Peace and Serenity

Day 14

Sydney - Australia’s Sun-Washed Shores

Day 15

Sydney - Departure

Trip Highlights

  • Discover the distinctive blend of cultural influences that have impacted Australia’s culinary culture and fashion movements in Melbourne
  • Swoon over surreal seascapes as you cruise along the Great Ocean Road past Kennett River’s wildlife to Shipwreck Coast
  • Submerge in the sea on a shark cave diving experience to spot Australia’s iconic Great White Sharks
  • Cruise off the coast of Port Lincoln to spend time among the gentle-natured Sea Lion’s that reside near sandy island coves
  • Traverse the forested headlands and pearly shores of Port Lincoln National Park for moments alongside the unspoiled wilderness
  • Glide to panoramas of one of the world’s most spectacular stretches of sea on a cruise from Cairns to Port Douglas
  • Appreciate the limitless beauty of the Great Barrier Reef as you snorkel its magnificent coral reefs and encounter its colorful marine life 
  • Cherish moments in the company of Australia’s rarest animals during a tour of the forests of Mossman Gorge
  • Capture unparalleled landscape vistas atop the summits of Blue Mountains National Park
  • Attune to the lively atmosphere of Sydney as you explore its vibrant skyline and visit its stunning heritage sites

Starting Price

$7,400 per person (excluding international flights)

Your Zicasso trip is fully customizable, and this sample itinerary is a starting place for your travel plans. Actual costs are dynamic, and your selection of accommodations and activities, your season of travel, and other such variables will bring this budget guideline up or down. Throughout your planning experience with your Zicasso specialist, your itinerary is designed around your budget. You can book your trip when you are satisfied with every detail. Planning your trip with a Zicasso travel specialist is a free service.

What's Included

  • Accommodations
  • In-country transportation
  • Some or all activities and tours
  • Expert trip planning
  • 24x7 support during your trip

Your final trip cost will vary based on your selected accommodations, activities, meals, and other trip elements that you opt to include.

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