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WELCOME
TO AUSTRALIA / Destination Map
Welcome to Australia
Australia is the world ' s largest island and is made up of eight contrasting states and territories . This wild and open country offers a unique combination of a 50,000-year indigenous history with just over 200 years of European settlement . Australia offers a friendly and fresh approach to life . Natural attractions combine with the Australian lifestyle to deliver travel experiences among the best on earth .
Timor
New South Wales and Canberra
Victoria
Queensland
Sydney is home to the Sydney Opera House , Bondi Beach and the historic Rocks . The Blue Mountains offer breathtaking views and trails to explore . Stretches of surf beach , coastal drives , fine dining and shopping are all within easy reach . Canberra , the nation ' s capital in the Australian Capital Territory ( ACT ), lies southwest of Sydney .
Packed into this compact area is a wealth of diverse regional areas and attractions with sweeping coastlines , surf beaches , national parks , wildlife , forests , lakes , vineyards and mountain ranges offering skiing , climbing and hiking . Melbourne is home to some of Australia ’ s best arts , fashion , sporting events , restaurants and shopping .
Queensland is known for the World Heritage-listed Great Barrier Reef – stretching over 2,300 kilometres from the very tip of Cape York to Bundaberg – rainforests , tropical islands , long beaches , picturesque towns and the vast outback . Brisbane , in the southeast , is a modern river city , surrounded by the vibrant Gold and Sunshine Coasts .
Northern Territory
Home to iconic Uluru ( Ayers Rock ) and Kakadu National Park , the Northern Territory offers the best opportunity to discover the cultural Dreamtime of the Aboriginal people . The diverse landscape includes red deserts , ancient gorges , lush floodplains , monoliths and forests . Darwin is the capital city of this awe-inspiring region .
Western Australia
Marine encounters abound in Western Australia . Swimming with graceful whale sharks , manta rays and dolphins are highlights . One of Australia ’ s great lifestyle cities , Perth sparkles with entertainment , fun and outdoor living . In the southwest , excellent food and wine are in abundance , while the northwest is one of Australia ’ s last frontiers .
South Australia
Tasmania
The ancient Flinders Ranges outback landscape is the heart of South Australia . Experience some of Australia ’ s best wineries in the historic Barossa Valley , marvel at the amazing wildlife on pristine Kangaroo Island or cruise the mighty Murray River . Adelaide is a vibrant city , home to Australia ’ s most important Aboriginal collection at its museum .
Tasmania is renowned for its natural beauty and wilderness . From the gateways of Hobart and Launceston , journey to admire towering 2000-yearold Huon Pines , cruise the limpid waters of Macquarie Harbour and the Gordon River , explore Cradle Mountain and discover Freycinet ’ s pink granite mountains and diamond-white beaches .
Indian Ocean
WESTERN AUSTRALIA
Great Sandy Desert
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ANDERSON VACATIONS From prices for accommodation are ‘ per room ’ and sightseeing are ‘ per person ’.