Top 10 Australia Tours Departing December 2023

Swap jingle bells for jingle boards this December and celebrate the holidays Australia style

The festive season has arrived Down Under and celebrating at the beach is a must...surfing Santas included, of course! From the laid-back surf towns of Byron Bay to the world-class breaks in Western Australia's iconic Margaret River region, there's no shortage of places to hang 10 for the holidays. If surfing is something you'd rather leave to the pros but you're dying for a splash in the waves, a Queensland adventure full of snorkelling and swimming in crystal blue waters ought to do the trick.

Top 10 Australia tours December 2023

Departing	Trip name	Days	From NZD
16 Dec 2023 Highlights of Tasmania	Highlights of Tasmania Hobart to Hobart	6	2330	View Trip
19 Dec 2023 Kangaroo Island Short Break Adventure	Kangaroo Island Short Break Adventure Adelaide to Adelaide	2	1500	View Trip
21 Dec 2023 Trek the Cradle Mountain Overland Track	Trek the Cradle Mountain Overland Track Launceston to Launceston	6	3390	View Trip
22 Dec 2023 Brisbane to Cairns Adventure	Brisbane to Cairns Adventure Brisbane to Cairns	8	6385	View Trip
22 Dec 2023 Brisbane to the Daintree Discovery	Brisbane to the Daintree Discovery Brisbane to Cairns	12	10515	View Trip
26 Dec 2023 Walk the Tasman Peninsula	Walk the Tasman Peninsula Hobart to Hobart	4	~~2130~~ 1917	View Trip
29 Dec 2023 Queensland Daintree Explorer	Queensland Daintree Explorer Cairns to Cairns	5	~~3725~~ 3353	View Trip

Tour packages by state

Tasmania

Queensland

South Australia

Northern Territory

New South Wales

Victoria

Western Australia

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Do I need a COVID-19 vaccine to join a trip in Australia?

Trips from 1 January 2023 onwards

From 1 January 2023, Intrepid will no longer require travellers to provide proof of vaccination against COVID-19 (excluding all Polar trips and select adventure cruises).

However, we continue to strongly recommend that all Intrepid travellers and leaders get vaccinated to protect themselves and others.

Specific proof of testing or vaccination may still be required by your destination or airline. Please ensure you check travel and entry requirements carefully.

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What should I pack for a local tour in Australia?

If you live in Australia, you’ll be well aware that you need more than a pair of thongs, bathers and sunscreen when you go on an adventure. Australia is a huge country and the landscapes are extremely diverse, ranging from tropical beaches and arid deserts to humid rainforests. No matter what type of trip you’re going on, there are a few essential items you should bring including:

Reusable water bottle
Daysack
Sunscreen
Sunglasses (with UV protection)
Warm layers
Insect repellent
Portable power bank
Camera
Torch
Bathers
Comfortable, sturdy footwear
Thongs
Lightweight towel

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Where should I visit next; the Northern Territory or Western Australia?

Both states have an abundance of natural beauty including jaw-dropping national parks and endless sandy beaches so settling the debate of the Northern Territory vs Western Australia is a hard one. Both bursting with Aboriginal culture, vibrant and multicultural cities, and more wildlife than you'll be able to spot, each region is breathtaking in its own way.

Are Intrepid's Australia tours accessible for travellers with disabilities?

Intrepid is committed to making travel widely accessible, regardless of ability or disability. That’s why we do our best to help as many people see the world as possible, regardless of any physical or mental limitations they might have. However, we’re always happy to talk to travellers with disabilities and see if we can help guide them towards the most suitable itinerary for their needs and where possible, make reasonable adjustments to our itineraries.

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