The Signature Experiences of Australia collection of unforgettable adventures ensures agents are spoiled for choice when crafting itineraries to suit the most diverse of interests. This selection showcases a luxury experience exploring the remote wilderness of Southwest Tasmania, an immersive small group exploration of the breathtaking coral islands of Far North Queensland, an intriguing journey through history via the artwork of those incarcerated at the historic Fremantle Prison, and intriguing new winery experiences that take guests behind the cellar door.
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Southwest Tasmania
Embark on an incredible adventure exploring the rugged, untamed wilderness of Southwest Tasmania that is inaccessible by road. Your journey begins with a seaplane that will fly you into the remote frontier where your luxury floating accommodation, the Odalisque III awaits.
Home to a protected marine park, the Southwest National Park and UNESCO Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area, the vast Port Davey harbour region is one of the world’s few remaining places of raw, untamed beauty and the destination for epic, unforgettable adventures.
Target market
People who love luxury and outdoor adventure
Duration
4 nights
Best Time To Visit
Departs once a season
Cost
From AU$11,600
Collection
Luxury Lodges of Australia
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Dolphins enjoy the sunset with guests on a tender at sunset.
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Frankland Islands Reef Cruises
Far North Queensland
The opportunity to find Nemo is just one of the highlights of this full-day, Great Barrier Reef adventure, exploring the rivers, rainforests, and vibrant reefs of Far North Queensland with exclusive access to the Frankland Islands National Park Island group. The group includes Normanby Island, which provides some of the best snorkelling off all the islands near Cairns, with exceptional water quality and visibility that allows guests to discover an array of marine species, beautiful corals, turtles, and a rich variety of fish including clownfish.
The adventure begins with a scenic cruise down the Mulgrave River, before venturing into Mandingalby Yidinji and Gungandji sea country to engage in range of optional activities, including a guided island walk with a passionate Master Reef Guide or Marine Biologist to explore the fringing reefs, rock pools and white sandy beaches; a snorkel safari; a semi-submarine experience to the spectacular coral reefs; and, kayaking and standup paddleboarding.
Target market
People interested in wildlife and adventure
Duration
Full day tour
Best Time To Visit
All year
Cost
Adult from AU$219
Collection
Australian Wildlife Journeys
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Fremantle Prison
Fremantle, Western Australia
A jail is not a traditional venue for viewing art, which is what makes the Fremantle Prison art tour so unique. Established in the 1850s, this prison is part of the Australian Convict Sites World Heritage Property, alongside 10 other significant locations, and its history can be traced through the artworks painted on cell walls, doors and exercise yards by prisoners over the course of its 136 years of operation.
The works, some of which have been discovered through archeological excavation projects, showcase a diverse range of styles and subjects that range from convict-drawn frescoes and religious works to landscapes painted by Aboriginal prisoners in the famed Carrolup style and dot paintings, graffiti and tattoo art.
Target market
People interested in history and culture
Duration
75 minutes
Best Time To Visit
Tours by arrangement
Cost
From AU$220 for private group (up to 10 people)
Collection
Cultural Attractions of Australia
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Just one example of the stunning artwork created by prisoners.
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New wineries
In 2023, the Ultimate Winery Experiences of Australia welcomed three new members into the collective from South Australia, Victoria and New South Wales, to provide wine lovers with even more opportunities to indulge in experiential travel with an unmatched blend of tradition, innovation, and regional flavours.
Artisans of Barossa
South Australia
Artisans of Barossa brings together eight independent family-owned winemakers with a shared commitment to protect and promote the art of small-batch Barossa winemaking. It offers a modern cellar door where guests can embark on a journey of discovery with more than 100 Barossa wines for tasting in one place. The Grenache Project offers a masterclass in small-batch winemaking with a guided tasting of six wines made by different vintners. Daily: 11am; $75 per person (minimum 2).
Stanton & Killeen
Victoria
Mother-daughter team Wendy and Natasha Killeen manage Stanton & Killeen continuing a family tradition that has endured for seven generations. Guests visiting the cellar door in Rutherglen can experience a private tour and guided tasting in the exclusive-access Solera Room, which houses the historic aging barrels that make Rutherglen Muscat famous. Daily: $75 per person. Lovers of fortified wine can taste the difference in the classification of Muscats during the Muscat Blending Experience, then blend their very own bottle to take home.
Swinging Bridge
New South Wales
Swinging Bridge cellar door offers several wine experiences, with more in development. Currently, guests can choose the Savour with Swinging Bridge experience, which includes a seated tasting of seven cool-climate wines elegantly paired with a selection of chef-designed canapés. Daily: 10am – 3pm; $50 per person. Those looking for a more in-depth experience can book Indulge with Swinging Bridge, which kicks off with a vineyard tour where guests learn the story behind the winery and its hands-on, sustainable approach to viticulture and winemaking before a tasting of wines, including exclusive museum releases, expertly matched to a four-course degustation-style lunch menu. Availability: Tuesday, Friday & Saturday at 11am and upon request: $150 per person.
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