New South Wales & Queensland
The Ultimate East Coast Explorer
Sydney's icons, a full day on the Great Barrier Reef and nights in the ancient Daintree Rainforest – the classic Australian journey in one 14-day trip.
Who we are
About Wonderful Australia
We plan Australian journeys the way we would want to travel ourselves: unhurried, well informed and respectful of the land and its people.
Our story & mission
A specialist agency for one extraordinary country
Australia is almost as large as continental Europe, and that is exactly why so many first trips go wrong: too many flights, too little time, and the best experiences booked out months ahead. Wonderful Australia was set up to solve that problem. We focus on a single destination, so every itinerary we sell is one we understand in detail – from the drive times on the Great Ocean Road to the best month for the Ningaloo Reef.
Our mission is simple: help you see the real Australia without the stress of planning it alone. That means honest advice on when to go, realistic pacing, carefully chosen places to stay and a person to call if anything changes while you are on the road.
- 9 signature itineraries, from 5 to 14 days
- Guided, small-group, luxury and self-drive styles
- Prices quoted openly in USD per person, from $1,800
Why book with us
What makes us different
Four things we refuse to compromise on, whichever tour you choose.
Australia only
We do not sell the whole world. Concentrating on one country lets us know the seasons, distances and local quirks that generic booking sites miss.
Realistic pacing
Our itineraries leave room to breathe. We avoid back-to-back early flights and build in time to enjoy a place rather than just tick it off.
Flexible by design
Every signature tour is a starting point. Add nights, upgrade a hotel or combine two regions – we adjust the plan and the price transparently.
Real people, 24/7
Once you travel, you have a direct line to our team by phone or email. If a flight is cancelled or the weather turns, we help you re-plan.
How we plan your trip
From first message to safe return
Planning with us is a conversation, not a checkout page. Here is what happens once you get in touch.
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1. Free consultation
Tell us by email or phone when you want to travel, who is coming, your budget and what excites you – reef, outback, wine, wildlife or cities.
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2. Tailored proposal
We send a day-by-day plan based on one of our signature tours or a combination, with accommodation, inclusions and a clear price in USD per person.
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3. Booking
When you are happy, a 25% deposit secures your arrangements and the balance is due 60 days before departure. Full details are in our Terms of Use.
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4. 24/7 support on tour
You receive final documents and local contacts before you fly. While you travel, our team is reachable around the clock for changes or emergencies.
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5. Welcome home
After your trip we ask what worked and what did not. Your feedback shapes the next version of every itinerary.
Our offer in numbers
Facts, not marketing claims
Every figure below comes straight from our current tour catalogue.
9Signature tours
7States & territories visited
12Max group size on our wildlife tour
14Days on our longest itinerary
Our values
Travel that gives back to the places you visit
Australia's landscapes are fragile and many of its most famous sites are Country to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We think travellers have a responsibility to tread lightly – and that doing so makes the trip better.
Responsible & respectful travel
We follow park rules and cultural protocols, such as respecting the wishes of the Anangu at Uluru, and favour eco-lodges and operators that manage their environmental impact.
Aboriginal-owned experiences where possible
When a choice exists, we recommend cultural tours and centres owned or led by First Nations people, so more of your money stays with the communities whose stories you hear.
Small groups
Guided departures are kept small – our wildlife tour has a maximum of 12 guests – which means quieter encounters with animals and more time with your guide.
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Travelling with us vs. booking it all yourself
Independent travel suits some people perfectly. Here is an honest look at the difference.
| Topic | With Wonderful Australia | Doing it yourself |
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| Planning time | One conversation and a ready day-by-day plan | Many hours comparing flights, hotels and tours |
| Seasonal timing | Advice on wet season, stinger season and peak periods | Your own research across many sources |
| Distances & logistics | Routes tested for realistic drive and flight times | Easy to underestimate how far places are |
| Popular experiences | Reef trips, BridgeClimb and dinners arranged as part of the plan | Risk of finding key tours sold out |
| When plans change | 24/7 contact who helps re-arrange bookings | You call each supplier separately |
| Price clarity | One quote in USD per person with inclusions listed | Costs spread across many bookings and currencies |
| Freedom | Self-drive options and tailored changes available | Total freedom, total responsibility |
Peace of mind
Our promises
What you can expect from us before, during and after your trip.
If your dates fall in the Top End wet season or you are trying to squeeze too much into one week, we will tell you. We would rather suggest fewer stops done well than sell an itinerary you will not enjoy.
Our quotes are in USD per person and list exactly what is included – nights, meals, flights, excursions and park fees. "From" prices on the website are a guide and depend on dates and availability; your written proposal is what counts.
Before departure we answer questions by email or phone. While you are travelling we are available 24/7 for changes, delays and emergencies, and we coordinate directly with your hotels and tour operators.
We only use the details you send us to plan and book your trip, and share them only with the suppliers who need them. Read our Privacy Policy for the full picture.
We point you to the official entry requirements, recommend suitable travel insurance and share packing and safety advice for the regions you visit. Our free travel tips are a good place to start.
Ready to see the outback at sunrise?
Tell us your dates and interests and we will send a tailored proposal – no obligation, no forms, just a conversation.
Start planning with us
Get inspired
Three journeys to start with
A classic coast, the spiritual heart of the country and a wildlife safari – or browse the full offer.
Northern Territory
Red Centre Spiritual Journey
Sunrise and sunset at Uluru, the domes of Kata Tjuta and the rim of Kings Canyon – five days in the spiritual heart of the outback.
Victoria, South Australia & Queensland
Australian Wildlife in Focus
Penguins, sea lions, koalas and cassowaries with an expert naturalist guide – a small-group (max 12) safari across three states.