This luxurious 7-day adventure has been handcrafted for families and allows you to experience the culture and heritage of the land down under. It has long been known that the vast and diverse country of Australia has a wealth of offerings, making it a perfect choice when it comes to accommodating all types of visitors from the millennial world traveler to the sunset crowd. Embrace the great outdoors on a nature trek in the Blue Mountains, indulge in a hot air balloon ride high over Sydney Harbour,...
Customizable Itinerary
Day 1
Sydney – Sail on a Pirate Ship
A private driver will be awaiting your arrival in Sydney, and once you make it through customs, you will be whisked away to your luxurious accommodation. After having a bit of downtime to regroup, you will indulge in your evening excursion. Your family will be sailing in a private pirate ship replica around Sydney Harbour. Even the cabin crew, including the captain and your guide, will be dressed in pirate attire, ensuring that the evening’s festivities feel authentic and fun. As you glide through the harbor under the dazzling stars of the night sky, you will even be served pirate-themed appetizers and alcoholic and non-alcoholic rum drinks.
What's Included:
Day 2
Sydney – Hot Air Balloon Ride and Bike Tour
Day 3
Sydney – Blue Mountains and Jenolan Caves
Day 4
Sydney – Travel to a Working Sheep Farm
Day 5
Sydney – Private Wildlife Safari
Day 6
Sydney – Kayak and Surf
Day 7
Sydney – Departure
Trip Highlights
- Cruise around Sydney by bike and witness many of the city’s iconic sites sights, including the Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Harbour Bridge
- Discover the underground world as you venture below ground to explore the jaw-dropping caverns at the Jenolan Caves
- Enjoy family time as you hike in the Blue Mountains while witnessing world-famous landmarks, such as Echo Point and the Three Sisters
- Paddle into a stunning sunrise on a kayaking adventure through Sydney Harbour
- Immerse yourself with the Australian wildlife on an exhilarating safari tour, where you can capture photos of kangaroos, native birds, and much more
- Shred some waves at world-famous Bondi Beach as you are provided with a private surf lesson from a local pro
- Embrace the rebel within as you set sail around Sydney Harbour on an authentic pirate ship replica
Detailed Description
When it comes to finding a vacation destination that your entire family will enjoy, it can be a bit tricky. This is why Australia, with its vast and eclectic offerings from outdoor adventures to cultural excursions, is the perfect choice for your next getaway with your family. In Australia, there is always something around the corner to excite, entertain, and inspire you all. Specifically created for your family's ultimate enjoyment in mind, this luxurious, 7-day family-friendly adventure offers you a little bit of everything.
The sensational city of Sydney will serve as your base for this epic Australian adventure, and upon your arrival, you will spend your first night sailing under the stars around Sydney Harbour. The best part is that you will be sailing in an authentic pirate ship replica, which will only add to the intrigue and fun as you witness the Sydney cityscape lit up with lights. As you awaken to your first full day, you will be provided with the unique opportunity to ride in a hot air balloon, which will lead you over Sydney. This once-in-a-lifetime experience will provide you with the chance to see the city with a bird’s eye view. Your balloon adventure will be followed by a private, sightseeing tour on bike, which will lead you to many of Sydney’s best sights, including the Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Harbour Bridge. As you cruise around the city and witness its most famous landmarks and unique boroughs, your family will surely fall in love with this electric Aussie enclave.
The world-famous Blue Mountains will beckon to you next, and your family will be whisked away to this gorgeous UNESCO World Heritage Site. En route to an epic hiking adventure on one of the Blue Mountains National Park’s most beloved trails, you will be provided with the opportunity to stop and appreciate several iconic landmarks, including Echo Point and the Three Sisters. After your hike, which is suitable for all ages, you will stop by the Jenolan Caves on your way back to Sydney. This amazing underground world that is filled with nearly endless caverns and wonders to explore will make you feel as if you have truly stepped into another dimension.
The animal lovers in your family will be excited for the following day’s excursion because you venture to a working sheep farm for insight into daily life there. Everyone will enjoy this hands-on adventure that few rarely have the opportunity to experience. The following day will find you making even more animal friends as you embark on an exhilarating safari that will lead you to off-the-beaten-path locales. This will provide you with the opportunity to see Australian wildlife in their natural habitats.
A morning kayak session of paddling into the sunrise on Sydney Harbour awaits you on day six, which will be your final, full day in Australia. As you glide through the calm harbor waters, you will appreciate every second, doing whatever you can to make it last. A private surf lesson at Bondi Beach will be scheduled for you in the afternoon, and this is where you will have the opportunity to shred the waves in one of Sydney’s most famous spots.
Throughout your entire time in Sydney, your family will stay amid luxurious accommodations and will have a private driver at your disposal. Everything about this Australian vacation is customizable, so you are able to adjust anything and everything on this itinerary to best suit your moods and desires once you are in Australia.
Starting Price
$2,900 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
The starting price is based on travel during the low season for a minimum of two travelers staying in shared 3-star accommodations. Please inquire for a custom trip quote based on your travel preferences and travel dates.
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