For an unforgettable honeymoon (or a romance overload getaway), immerse yourself in Australia’s most extraordinary and romantic locations, an outstanding array of personalised experiences and exquisite food and wine, while staying in globally lauded lodges. 

Perfect for the couple that loves exploration and adventures, sharing new discoveries, as well as tailored luxe spa treatments and sunset sailing with plenty of private moments to simply be together.

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Itinerary Summary: 
Day 1     Hobart and dinner at MONA
Day 2     Scenic Flight to East Coast of Tasmania 
Day 3     Freycinet Peninsula
Day 4     Great Oyster Bay 
Day 5     Scenic drive and flight to Sydney
Day 6     Highlights of Sydney
Day 7     To Greater Blue Mountains  
Day 8      Wolgan Valley
Day 9      Flight to Hamilton Island  
Day 10    Fly over the Great Barrier Reef
Day 11     Relaxed island life
Day 12     Where to next?  
 

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Day 1, Arrive to Hobart

Upon arrival at Hobart Airport, meet your driver and transfer to your hotel in the city.

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The capital of the state of Tasmania is a small but vibrant multicultural city. Explore the city by foot or visit nearby Mount Wellington, which gives you the best view over the entire city.

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A visit to MONA (Museum of Old and New Art) is a must! This is no ordinary museum and well worth visiting, even if you are not an art fan. The building and its gardens are a work of art in themselves. This is the largest private museum in Australia and is Hobart’s most-visited destination. 

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If we can fit to your schedule, we will organise a MONA entry, return transport by ferry from the Hobart waterfront and a lunch or dinner reservation at one of MONA’s restaurants. You can also try MONA’s own beer or wine, as there is a vineyard on site. Note: The museum is not open every day. 

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Note, the price includes Ferry to MONA in premium class, entry tickets and return transfer by luxury car back to the city after dinner. 

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Stay at The Tasman, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Panoramic room

 

Day 2, Scenic Flight

Start your day with delicious buffet breakfast. You will then meet your driver and transfer for a 60-minute private scenic flight to the East Coast of Tasmania

Transfer to your first luxury lodge, Saffire where you will spend the next 3 nights. 

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Your stay includes 3 nights in a Luxury Suite, daily breakfast, lunch, degustation dinner in Palate restaurant accompanied with deluxe dinner beverages, mini bar, internet access, all Saffire complimentary activities (excluding Signature Experiences) and a gift of a $100 property credit to be used for spa treatments, premium beverages or Saffire signature experiences.

 

 

 

Days 3 and 4, Freycinet Peninsula

Tasmania’s luxury coastal sanctuary on the Freycinet Peninsula, known for its sophisticated and intimate style and memorable experiences. Discreetly positioned overlooking The Hazards mountain range and the pristine waters of Great Oyster Bay, Saffire blends mankind and nature with breathtaking beauty.

 

You have plenty of activates to choose from, including: 

 

• Freycinet Marine Farm – wade out into the water and immerse yourself in this beautiful setting where you’ll connect with nature and taste the freshly shucked oysters straight from the sea. Raise a glass and toast to a natural aphrodisiac!

• Beekeeping Experience – raw, captivating, and sweet. Extract honeycomb and witness the natural phenomenon of honey making at a nearby apiary.

• Take to the water of Saffire’s purpose-built boat and choose an adventurous excursion to Schouten Island or a leisurely cruise through Great Oyster Bay whilst passing pristine white, sandy beaches dotted throughout the coastline.

 

Day 5, To Sydney

A scenic drive back to Hobart airport and a flight to Sydney.  You will travel in comfort in Business Class. 

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On your arrival, your driver will be waiting for you and will take you to your hotel in the historical Rocks area. 

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Stay at the Harbour Rocks Hotel, Studio Suite for the next 2 nights.

 

Day 6, Sydney 

After breakfast meet your private guide and join a tour and see the famous landmarks of Sydney including the iconic Sydney Opera House and the Harbour Bridge.

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Afternoon for your leisure.

 

Day 7, To the Blue Mountains

After breakfast, meet your driver who will take you to your next Lodge, Emirates One&Only Wolgan Valley. 

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Easily accessible from Sydney, the Greater Blue Mountains area is a wilderness covering more than one million hectares of rainforest, canyons, eucalypt forests and heath lands. With private stand-alone villas, each with its own swimming pool and 7,000 acres of private conservation reserve to explore, experience the rustic romance of the Australian bush at Emirates One&Only Wolgan Valley. 

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Your stay includes: 

• Two nights in a Heritage 1 bedroom villa with private shimmering pool

• Gourmet breakfast, lunch and dinner daily

• Selected regional wines and beers with meals

• Non-alcoholic beverages and in-villa snack bar

• Two on-site activities daily per person from complimentary inclusions

• Use of the gymnasium, tennis courts, sauna and steam room

 

Day 8 At the Lodge

Spend a day at the mountains and enjoy the scenery. Additional activities include, but are not limited to: 

• One&Only Spa – expert therapists will guide you through personalised beauty and wellness treatments in your own couples’ spa suite.

• Horse Riding – trail rides include river crossings, gloriously scenic hills, open grasslands and native eucalypt woodlands conducted at a leisurely pace.

• Private Dining – from lavish champagne picnics by day, to romantic dinners beneath star-filled skies, savour some private time together.

 

Day 9, To Great Barrier Reef

Transfer to Sydney Airport and fly to your island destination at the Great Barrier Reef. Flight time to Hamilton Island is approx. 2.5 hours and you will travel in comfort in Business Class. 

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Located on the secluded northern tip of Hamilton Island, surrounded by the beauty of the Great Barrier Reef, this world-class resort immerses you in a relaxed atmosphere. Qualia is truly a special place where everything has been meticulously considered to calm the mind yet completely spoil the senses. A romantic island escape is the perfect ending to an ultimate luxe honeymoon experience.

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Stay at Windward Pavilion, Luxury Sea view pavilion with private plunge pool and sun deck. 

Featuring 120 square metres of pure luxury, these north-facing pavilions give expansive views of the Coral Sea and Whitsundays. 

 

Inclusions

• A la carte breakfast daily at the Long Pavilion

• Dinner each night at Long Pavilion or Pebble Beach restaurants

• Non-alcoholic beverages consumed at Qualia including all bottled soft drinks, juices, waters, tea and coffee (does not include blended drinks)

• VIP Return Hamilton Island airport/Marina to Qualia transfers

• Use of a two-seater electric golf buggy for duration of stay (Driver’s licence required)

• VIP chauffeur service around Hamilton Island

• Use of non-motorised watercraft

 

Day 10 & 11, Great Barrier Reef

Hamilton Island is a gateway to one of the world most famous beach, Whitehaven. You can easily to access to the reef, and there is much more to do. Some add-on activities include (please advise if you wish to add on at the time of the booking): 

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• Best of Both Worlds Experience – indulge in the ultimate Great Barrier Reef experience. The tour includes 60 minutes of scenic flight, 2 hours at Reefworld including all facilities and 1 hour on one of the world’s best beaches, ‘Whitehaven Beach’ with sparkling wine and private picnic lunch.

• Toast your getaway together with an intimate luxury cruise onboard Qualia’s luxury yacht cruiser, MV Pebble Beach, to witness a spectacular Whitsunday sunset.

• ‘Journey to the Heart’ tour starts with a helicopter flight over Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet and Heart Reef. After landing on the private Heart Island helipad, guests can explore the lagoon or simply relax and enjoy the sea breeze. This exclusive tour also includes a once in a lifetime boat ride around the famous Heart Reef.

• Spark some healthy competition and tee off at the Hamilton Island Golf Club on neighbouring Dent Island. It is the only championship island golf course in Australia and celebrates spectacular ocean views.

• Spend relaxation time with your loved one in a private couple’s bath suite and spoil the senses with an aromatic Cacao Indulgence full body oil massage. A moisture-rich hair and scalp treatment will calm the mind. Enjoy a ‘Roman’ bubble bath with chocolate platter and champagne and feel rejuvenated and well-adjusted to ‘island time’ together.

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Package includes scenic 1 hour helicopter flight over the Great Barrier reef. 

 

Day 12, Where next? 

Would you like to stay longer? Additional nights at the Qualia can be arranged. Or perhaps you wish to travel another Australian destination? 

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Part of the content originally published on  www.luxurylodgesofaustralia.com.au

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