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Australia Travel Guide
Australia is the worlds largest island and
smallest continent, made up of seven individual states.
Australia Flag
A wonderful country just waiting to be explored with its amazing
climate complementing a natural wonderland of stunning beaches,
beautiful blue waters, astounding ancient rock formations and
pristine rainforests.
Visit stunning tropical islands, sandy beaches and coral reefs
along the coast and then in complete contrast visit the interior
areas of the country which are home to the vast red deserts,
ancient aboriginal sites, snow topped mountains and lush green
vineyards.
Highlights include Alice Springs, Ayers Rock and The Great
Barrier Reef to name just a few.
Australia Facts
The sixth largest country in the world with the lowest
population density per square kilometre.
7.7 million square kilometres with a coastline that extends over
11,000 miles.
The centre of Australia is sparsely populated with the main
concentration being along the coastal region from Adelaide to
Cairns, with a small concentration around Perth, Western
Australia.
Sydney and Melbourne the two largest cities, Canberra is the country's capital with highlights including the
Parliamentary buildings and Lake burley griffin.
Ways to see Australia
Self Drive Tours - If you are happy to drive but would like some
assistance with accommodation and routes.
Fully Escorted Touring - Showcasing the best of Australia,
offering guests tailor made touring experiences.
Rail Journeys - The size and diversity of Australia makes for
fabulous rail journeys whatever your budget. Try a "Coast
to Coast" tour or a "South to North" tour.
Independent Touring - Make the most of your time by choosing a
tour with the flexibility of daily departures. Packed with must
see sights.
Tailor Made Tours - From flights to hotels to sightseeing tours
this option makes it easy for you to arrange your holiday to
your specification.
Fully Escorted Camping - Sleep under the stars. Dine around the
camp fire. From the outback to the ocean, if you enjoy the great
outdoors then this is the way to see Australia.
Small Group Adventures - For the traveller looking to explore
Australia up close and personal try award winning safaris,
adventures and sight seeing options.
Australian States
New South
Wales
Home to one of the worlds most enchanting cities Sydney and
surrounded by top quality wineries, breathtaking beaches and
nature experiences.
Bondi Beach
Top Attractions
Sydney - home of the iconic Opera house, Harbour, Bridge and
over 140 different cultures.
Bondi Beach - Probably Australia's best known beach. Enjoy the
surfing or just relax.
Blue Mountains - A natural wonderland of untamed bush,
spectacular rock formations and native wildlife. Seen as
"blue" because of the eucalyptus oil in the air.
Hunter Valley (and its wineries) - Elegant wine country. Indulge
in gourmet foods, great wines and fresh produce.
Snowy Mountains - Home to Australia's highest peak Mount
Kosciuszko at 2,228m high.
Queensland
The most popular tourist destination due to its tropical
climate. Its Southern coastline is a haven for surfers and beach
lovers. In the North is the great Barrier Reef one of the
natural wonders of the world and a must see for any visitor.
Top Attractions
The Cities of Cairns and Brisbane
CAIRNS - A vibrant and tropical city with spectacular scenery.
Cairns is the gateway to two world heritage areas - the Wet
Tropics Rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef.
BRISBANE - the gateway to the glitzy Gold Coast. A shoppers
paradise, great cafe culture plus its own man made beach.
The Great Barrier Reef - Home to hundreds of tiny islands of
which only a few have been developed as resorts. Rather than
visit for a day why not stay on an island and let your cares
melt away. There are many award winning cruise trips available to the area
with itineraries involving swimming, snorkelling, and diving
into these clear tropical waters.
The Wet Tropics World Heritage area - Extraordinarily beautiful
with its ancient rainforests (including Daintree) pristine sandy
beaches, rugged mountains and incredible flora and fauna. One of
the few places in the world where the rainforest meets the reef.
Gold Coast - Purely and simply a 22 mile stretch of golden
beaches including the world famous "Surfers Paradise".
Cape York - A beautiful Australian Wilderness
Western
Australia
Occupying one third of the continent this is the largest state
of Australia flanked by the glistening waters of the Indian
ocean. With spectacular coastal scenery, surfing, limestone
caves and vineyards there is plenty on offer for everyone. In
the North there are the beaches, coral reefs and also the
beautiful dolphins.
Perth Western Australia reflected in the Swan River at dawn.
Top Attractions
Cities of Perth and Broome
PERTH - A vibrant city which lies on the Swan river. More days
of sunshine than any other state capital in the country.
BROOME - An old pearling city with 14 miles of white sandy
beaches," Cable beach" being one of the most stunning
beaches in the world.
Unspoilt beaches - Over 80km of beaches (many of which are never
crowded) offering swimming, surfing, sailing and diving.
Margaret River region - To the South of Perth lies the Margaret
River region, home to world class surfing and the Margaret River
Wineries.
Dolphins of Monkey Mia - Take in the natural wonders of Monkey
Mia north of Perth, including the wild dolphins and Manta Rays.
Victoria
With a host of natural wonders this is the country's smallest
state. Fantastic rock formations can be seen from the Great
Ocean Road including the 12 Apostles. The cooler climate is an
ideal setting for world class wine producing in the many
vineyards.
Top Attractions
The city of Melbourne - A glorious city on a beautiful river
with a host of entertainments and attractions. Feed the iconic
black swans in the Botanic Gardens, dine out in one of the many
fine restaurants and explore the thriving arts and culture
scene.
Take one of the many guided walks and uncover hidden secrets.
Philip Island - Look out for penguins, seals and koalas on this
island which is the perfect habitat for Australian wildlife.
The Twelve Apostles - One of many great rock formations on the
coast the Twelve Apostles are huge limestone rocks separated
from the cliff shore by the action of wind and waves.
The Great Ocean Road - One of the worlds finest scenic drives
stretching 340 miles along the South coast.
World class wineries - A tasting session of these quality wines
is a must.
The Grampians - An area with Wilderness walks, waterfalls and
wallabies plus many other native animals and birds.
Northern
Territory
An area six times the size of Great Britain, this is the home of
the true outback and the largest population of Aboriginal
people. It has a low population and is a mostly untouched
outback and wilderness area.
Here lies the country's most famous and breathtaking sight Uluru
(Ayers Rock).
Top Attractions
ULURU (Ayers Rock) and the Red Centre
AYERS ROCK - The worlds most famous monolith rises over 1000 ft
from the desert floor and boasts a girth of almost 6 miles.
THE RED CENTRE - The true mythical outback Australia with its
red dust, empty tracks and unique wildlife.
Alice Springs - Where cultures meet and outback adventures
start. The most famous outback town yet very modern with cafes,
restaurants and hotels.
Darwin - A modern city with a harbour twice the size of Sydneys.
Colourful outdoor markets and a wide range of restaurants. Visit
in WET season when the rains enhance the spectacular waterfalls
and you see the area at its most green.
Arnhemland - Ancient landscape home to many different aboriginal
tribes for 1000s of years.
Kakadu and the Top End - Kakadu National Park is home to
approximately 275 species of birds, 75 species of reptiles, 25
species of frog and 1600 plant species.
Also famous for its aboriginal rock paintings and vast
landscapes.
Kings Canyon - Truly inspirational scenery
South
Australia
This area borders all of the other mainland states. The dessert
terrain of the North and the striking coastline of sandy beaches
and steep cliffs combine to make this the state with the most
distinctive variation in landscape.
Top Attractions
Adelaide "The City of Churches" - Named after the wife
of King William IV this elegant city boasts beautiful
architecture, stunning gardens, fine restaurants and world class
wines.
Outback Country -
"Flindes Ranges" - The real outback with a red and
purple landscape of sharp ridges and peaks, tree lined gorges
and creeks.
"Wilpena Pound" - situated at the heart of the Flindes
range it is a huge natural ampitheatre teeming with Kangaroos,
Emus and other native species.
Kangaroo Island - Often called Australia's Galapagos with its
unique wildlife.
Coober Pedy - Where half the worlds Opals are found. Opal was
first found in Coober Pedy on the 1st of February 1915 and since
then has been supplying the world with the majority of gem
quality opal.
Barossa Valley - Home to around 6 excellent wineries.
Tasmania
Lying 185 miles south of Australia Tasmania and steeped in
history is Australia's only Island state and is considered by
many to be one of the worlds most picturesque islands. With more
than 40% of the island protected as World Heritage sites and
National Parks this is an island for nature lovers.
Top Attractions
City of Hobart - A mix of modern metropolis and European
heritage set in a natural harbour against a mountain background.
The Port Arthur historic site is a haunting reminder of the
past, Australia's most intact and evocative convict settlement.
Cradle Mountain - Part of the Wilderness World Heritage Site
this is Tasmania's most recognisable landmark.
Mount Wellington - Hobart's favourite landmark and backdrop.
Explore this ancient dolerite peak that was climbed by Charles
Darwin, and to experience a glaciated landscape. It is 1271
metres high (just over 4,000 feet).
Fortescue Bay - A secluded bay on the Tasman Peninsula in the
beautiful Tasman National Park. Explore the spectacular
cliff-edged coastal scenery and bushwalks of the area, fish,
boat and snorkel in the calm waters. Drive nearby to pristine
silver beaches pounded by wild surf, more wonderful coastal
walks and fascinating convict ruins.
Bookings
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or Flights
pages for prices and booking holidays, flight only or hotels in
Australia.
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