Tour Type
International Tours
DEPARTURE INFORMATION
Lower Mainland
March 11, 2027 – 22 Days
Vancouver Island
March 11, 2027 – 23 Days
BC Interior
March 11, 2027 – 23 Days
Activity Level 3
GROUP SIZE
TOUR SUMMARY
Amazing Australia
Discover the very best of Australia as you explore breathtaking landscapes, vibrant cities, and unforgettable wildlife experiences. Your journey begins with four nights in Sydney, where you’ll wander the historic Rocks district, visit Sydney Opera House, and take in the coastal beauty of Bondi Beach. You’ll continue to Adelaide, with visits to Kangaroo Island and the Barossa Valley to savour the winesof this region, before boarding the legendary Ghan Train for a remarkable journey to Alice Springs. In the outback, you’ll witness sunrise and sunset at Uluru. In Cairns, cruise to the Great Barrier Reef and glide above the rainforest on the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway. Your adventure ends in Melbourne, riding the Q Culinary Train and visiting the Koala Conservation Reserve and Penguin Parade. So much to see in Amazing Australia with Wells Gray Tours!
WHAT’S INCLUDED
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Meals
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38 meals
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36 meals
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Transportation
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Accommodation
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Guides & Gratuities
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Wells Gray tour director throughout tour
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Tour Highlights (Included)
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TOUR FARES
| Departure Point | Fares per Person |
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$25,295$29,995 |
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$25,470$30,170 |
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$24,965$29,340 |
- Please add 0.1% GST.
- There is an additional cost to join this tour from Nanaimo or Comox.
- Single seats are limited. Please book early if you prefer to travel single.
- Earn 330 Experience Points
Early Booking Bonus!
$250 discount on first 8 seats; $125 on next 4.
DEPARTURE POINTS & DATES
ACTIVITY LEVEL
Level
High Activity: You are an active traveller who wants to explore wherever you go. You don’t mind a mix of full days, early morning starts, and some late nights. You can walk longer distances, up to 4 km without difficulty which may be over uneven ground, beaches or shorelines, and can stand for prolonged periods. You can climb three flights of stairs easily and unassisted and can handle your own luggage in airports or at hotels if luggage handling is not available. Some days are long, such as Kangaroo Island, or have early departures such as the sunrise
events at Marla, Uluru, and Kata Tjuta.
This tour is not appropriate for people with canes, walkers, wheelchairs, or other mobility assistance devices. Walking poles are recommended. Additionally, this tour is not appropriate for those who have cognitive impairments such as memory loss or confusion, difficulty expressing thoughts, repeating questions, or getting lost. The coaches, trains and vessels cannot carry a scooter or motorized wheelchair. The tour director, Australian drivers, and guides have many responsibilities, so please do not expect them, or your fellow travellers, to provide ongoing assistance. If you are not capable of keeping up with the group or require frequent assistance, the tour director may stop you from participating in some activities or some days of the tour. In extreme situations, you may be required to leave the tour and travel home at your own expense; travel insurance will probably not cover you.
Please note: Prior to accepting your booking, you will be required to sign a declaration that you are capable of travelling on an Activity Level 3 tour.
Tour Size
This tour is limited to 25 participants, making it a more intimate travel experience.
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Documentation: A passport is required and must be valid on the date of entry. An Australian Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) is required and is applied for on-line before you leave Canada. Instructions will be provided at final payment. The cost in 2026 is A$20.
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Currency & Expenses: The currency in Australia is the dollar and, as of April 2026, a Canadian dollar is worth about A$1.04 (close to at par). You should order Australian dollars from your bank 1-2 weeks before departure, or plan to use ATMs. Credit cards are accepted almost everywhere. Gratuities have been included for all group meals and for local guides, naturalists, and driver-guides. Tipping is not expected for meals you buy on your own and tax is included on menu prices. Costs for meals and attractions you choose yourself are generally higher than in Canada.
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Australia is expensive!: This tour is priced higher than the average cost of a Wells Gray tour. Hotels, attractions, meals, and transportation are all more expensive than we are accustomed to in Canada. You are staying in some of Australia’s finest hotels in great locations, you are travelling in Gold Class on The Ghan Train, and there are many deluxe experiences included. Australia is a huge continent and 4 flights between cities plus the international flights are also costly. We are confident that you will be pleased with the quality of travel.
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Flight seating: We are unable to take requests for window or aisle seating on the planes. The airline will not accept them, as group seating is assigned as a block. If this is important to you, we suggest you take the “No Flight” option with a fare reduction amount that we can quote in May 2026. Then you can book your own flight which allows seat selection.
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Flight upgrades: Please enquire about current prices for upgrades on the flights from Vancouver to Sydney and return from Melbourne. Premium economy and business class may be available.
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Flight delays or cancellations: In the event flights are delayed or cancelled by airlines due to weather or other reasons, there may be additional costs to you. Wells Gray Tours will not pay for hotel rooms and meals during the delay. Most travel insurance policies cover expenses incurred for flight delays.
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Itinerary and Fare Changes: Our many suppliers may notify us about changes to the itinerary prior to departure and sometimes during the tour. We do our best to substitute a similar service if something cancels, but occasionally the only alternative is to provide a refund for the missed activity. Please note that if we are forced to cancel a tour component due to an issue beyond our control, the current penalties still apply if you choose to cancel the entire tour. Since this tour has been planned 13 months before departure, fuel surcharges and changes to taxes, currency exchange rates, or other tour costs can occur, therefore Wells Gray Tours reserves the right to increase fares due to such changes up to departure. The flights cannot be booked until May 2026, so tour planners have estimated the airfare based on 2026 fares.
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Food Allergies: You must notify us no later than at final payment if you have a food allergy. An allergy causes medical distress, a preference does not. For some allergies, please consider bringing your own snacks or food items so you are not dependent on what restaurants are able to serve.
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Accommodation: Accommodation is booked in superior hotels in the range of 4 to 5 stars. Hotel costs are similar to those in large Canadian cities, so many travellers would consider them expensive. However, on an extensive holiday like this, you want to be staying in well-located and memorable accommodations.
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Ghan Train accommodations:: Everybody is booked in Gold Class. Twin or double is a sleeper cabin featuring private bathroom and upper and lower berths that convert to a three-seater lounge by day. Single is a sleeper cabin featuring a bed that converts to a seat by day and shared toilet and shower facilities along the hall.
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Beverages: In many countries outside Canada and USA, it is not standard practice to include beverages with tour meals. On this tour, tea, coffee, or bottled water is usually included with each meal and other beverages can be purchased. A few dinners have a glass of wine or beer included. Alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages are complimentary on the Ghan Train.
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Triples: Triples are not available on this tour.
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Rooms for singles: Only 7 single seats are available. Please book early if you prefer to travel single.
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Payments: A deposit of $1,200 per person is requested at the time of booking and the balance is due November 26, 2026. By paying the deposit, you agree to the Terms & Conditions, Activity Level 3 Declaration and Cancellation Policy outlined. Payments can be made by online banking or cheque (3% discount on tour fare), or by Visa or Mastercard.
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Early Booking Bonus: Receive a $250 discount on the first 8 seats and $125 on the next 4 seats for booking early with deposit. The discount is not offered after November 26, 2026.
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Cancellation Policy: Up to September 9, 2026, the cancellation charge is $100 per person. From September 10 to November 26, the cancellation charge is $700 per person. From November 27 to December 23, 2026, the cancellation charge is 40% of the tour fare. From December 24, 2026, to January 26, 2027, the cancellation charge is 80% of the tour fare. After January 26, there is no refund.
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Travel Insurance: A Comprehensive Insurance policy is available through Wells Gray Tours and coverage is provided by Travel Guard. Policies purchased at deposit include a waiver of the pre-existing condition clause for medical and cancellation claims, otherwise policies can be purchased no later than at final payment. Medical questionnaire is not needed. Please contact us for details. If you have your own travel insurance, please read the policy carefully to be sure that you are adequately covered for medical, cancellation, interruption, and luggage. Please do not leave Canada without medical insurance as a minimum.
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Photo Credits: Adobe Stock (Sydney, Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, Great Barrier Reef), Wikimedia (Ghan Train), and tour director Jill (all others).
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Experience Points or E-points: This tour earns 330 e-points. Each time you travel on a Wells Gray tour, you earn e-points that are added to your account after the tour returns. One e-point equals $1. Redeem your earned points on select tours or accumulate enough points to earn a free tour! Redemptions offered until November 26, 2026.
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Consumer Protection BC Licences: Kamloops 178, Vernon 655, Kelowna 588, Penticton 924, Victoria 65842