A 17-night journey around Australia, fit for a rockstar
This hand-crafted journey crosses every corner of the continent aboard your own private Pilatus PC-12. With a private pilot at your disposal, there are no queues, no fixed schedules and no restricted seating. Instead, you land on station airstrips and island runways that commercial flights never reach, opening up some of the most remote places in Australia in a matter of hours.
The journey now begins and ends with a home of your own. In Tasmania, The Jewel at Saffire Freycinet is Saffire’s most private stay: a three-suite villa with an infinity pool looking across Great Oyster Bay to the pink granite of the Hazards. On the Great Barrier Reef, The House at Lizard Island sits on its own peninsula, with a rooftop pool, a private chef and sommelier, and a host who shapes each day around you.
Begin in Melbourne with a private evening through the city’s laneway bars and late kitchens, then fly to Tasmania’s Freycinet Coast. From there, head to the Red Centre and wake to Uluru from a Dune Pavilion at Longitude 131°, before taking part in daily life at Bullo River Station, a working cattle station in the Top End. Fly north to the Daintree Coast, where Ever Bloomfield sits between the world’s oldest tropical rainforest and the reef, then settle into four nights at The House at Lizard Island, with a full day on a private charter to the Outer Reef. The journey ends in Sydney with a Skyline Suite at Capella Sydney, the Bridge Climb and a private behind-the-scenes tour of the Opera House.
Trip highlights
With a modern cosmopolitan appeal, combined with elegant and impressive architecture, Melbourne is full of hidden laneways and arcades that provide endless hours of entertainment and intrigue. Federation Square links the beautiful Yarra Valley riverside precinct with the heart of the city centre. Intertwined throughout Melbourne are vibrant boutique producers, multitudes of restaurants serving exquisite cuisines, and an eclectic collection of cafes catering to Melbourne’s reverent coffee culture.
Melbourne can be known for having very fickle weather – with four seasons known to occur in one day.
The Freycinet and East Coast of Tasmania is an incredibly vibrant and scenic region of Australia – picture an aqua-blue ocean in contrast with the reddened, sea-smoothed rocks lining the beach like a ring of fire.
Weather in Tasmania changes over an annual four-season cycle.
Found in the heart of the Northern Territory, Australia’s Red Centre is awash with natural icons and dramatic vistas in the Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. This significant area is the Traditional Lands of the Anangu people and is one of Australia’s most recognisable and popular destinations for a holiday escape, best discovered with the region’s ultimate luxury accommodation and tour experiences.
Winter is the ideal time to visit the region, as the temperatures are milder and perfect for exploring.
The Northern Territory’s Top End is a vast area including Arnhem Land, Kakadu and Litchfield National Parks, offering landscapes filled with jagged peaks of towering escarpment, plentiful wildlife, and a rich cultural heartbeat just outside of Darwin.
The Top End region of Australia experiences two distinct seasons of weather.
Port Douglas is a beautiful resort town located at the end of a peninsula, resulting in tranquil surrounding waters and beautiful lush rainforest. With plenty of five-star restaurants, art galleries and designer boutiques, Port Douglas is one of Australia’s most fashion-forward resort-towns. The area surrounding Port Douglas is just as beautiful, with the Daintree National Park located within such a close proximity. The Daintree Rainforest is among one of Australia’s most iconic natural phenomena, and is the only location in the world in which the rainforest meets the sea.
The weather in Port Douglas is a lovely mix of refreshing, mild winters (Dry Season) and balmy, sunny summers (Wet Season).
Discover the largest coral reef system in the world, the Great Barrier Reef. Scuba and snorkel through dynamic aquatic landscapes and habitat, tread white-sand beaches, learn about the conservation efforts of this World Heritage site, and enjoy a range of five-star resort activities.
Sydney is the capital of New South Wales and is located on the southeast coast on the eponymous Sydney Harbour. It is served by Sydney Airport which is approximately 30mins drive to the main central business district. Most international flights arrive in Sydney.
Sydney offers temperate weather which makes it perfect for visiting all year around. Sydney’s busiest seasons are between December to February during the peak of summer, but offers a diverse range of activities throughout the year.
Why travel with us?
Leaders in Luxury
Founded on excellence and authenticity, The Tailor has created innovative and hand-crafted luxury travel experiences for guests since 1998. Recognised as pioneers in our field, we are continually seeking new ways to push the boundaries of luxury travel.
Fully Tailored
Fully-tailored journeys with five-star standard are the core of what we offer. Our experienced Travel Designers customise every single component of your journey and take note of all details that will make your journey exceptional for you.
Absolute Peace of Mind
Our team’s expertise ensures the full magic carpet ride. Sit back and relax as your journey is completely looked after by your on-call dedicated Travel Designer, who will provide up-to-date travel awareness, assist whenever needed, and ensure you’re travelling in safety and style every step of the way.
Authentic and Responsible Travel Experiences
We have strong connections with an enormous network of the industry’s finest magic-makers who provide guests insightful insider access. Connecting you with real experiences and real people, your journey will immerse you into authentic culture, locations, and lifestyles of each region.
Exclusive Tailor VIP Access
Our leading position in the Australian luxury travel industry and commitment to innovation allows guests travelling under our name to receive the VIP treatment every time, connecting you to the best guides, additional amenities, and outstanding private experiences away from other guests. We lead the way in discovering and developing proprietary travel experiences, many of which are only accessible through us.
Award-Winning Australian Luxury
We are a multi-award-winning company with many accolades from respected providers across the globe. We have received awards from Condé Nast, Serandipians, Travel + Leisure, National Geographic, and more.
What’s included
1 night at The Ritz-Carlton, Melbourne
Saffire Freycinet is a coastal sanctuary capturing the essence of Tasmania’s most sublime coastal region, the Freycinet Peninsula. The 20-suite retreat is located on the inside of a gentle curve of sandy coastline that joins the peninsula to mainland Tasmania. Distinct in its design and exclusive in its features, Saffire takes its inspiration from the colours of the peninsula – the pink granite of the Hazards Mountains, the white sandy beaches, the sapphire-blue waters and the grey-green of the native bushland. Panoramic windows showcase views of Great Oyster Bay where migrating whales and dolphins come to play.
Nestled atop rust-red dunes, Longitude 131° overlooks Australia’s best-known natural icon, Uluru, and is arguably one of the best luxury wilderness camps in the world. The welcome open spaces of the central Dune House include the restaurant with ever-changing views of the mysterious monolith Uluru as a backdrop for every meal, as well as lounging areas in contemporary campaign style, ideal for relaxing with an icy drink and exchanging stories of the day’s outback adventures.
Bullo River Station is a five-star outback station experience. Located in the Northern Territory of Australia, 800 kilometres from Darwin, the 400,000-acre cattle property was made known through the legacy of Sarah and Charles Henderson in the 1950s. The property continues to operate as a working cattle station, running 2,500 head of Brahman-cross cattle for export. Horses and helicopters are used to muster and handle the stock on a seasonal basis.
Ever Bloomfield continues the story of the former Bloomfield Lodge, once named “The World’s Best Remote Hotel” by Forbes Magazine, opening on 1 December 2026 with a renewed guest experience shaped by the Daintree Coast, Great Barrier Reef and Tropical North Queensland.
Reached by boat or helicopter, this intimate lodge experience is designed for travellers seeking privacy, connection, thoughtful hosting and a deeper understanding of this region. Here, days move between coral coast, rainforest, river, cultural connection and shared meals shaped by the land and sea.
The House at Lizard Island is a world-class reef house, perfectly positioned on the doorstep of the Great Barrier Reef. Embodying all things authentically Australian while offering unparalleled privacy and personalised service, The House offers barefoot adventure, a profound connection to nature, and laidback luxury at its finest.
Taking pride of place in Sydney’s commercial, arts and cultural hub, the Capella Sydney is an enviable new luxury offering in the heart of the harbour city’s lively CBD. Housed in an intricately restored heritage-listed building that was initially developed in the early 1930’s, this beautiful hotel balances storied architectural features with a light-palleted contemporary design aesthetic. Capella Sydney has been designed to indulge guests with luxurious accommodation, world-class cuisine, and cultural immersion.
Private Pilatus PC-12 charter flights with your own pilot throughout
Private transfers
24-hour access to The Tailor support staff while travelling in Australia
Your journey, day by day
Every journey is tailored, and this route is a starting point. Your Travel Designer will shape the dates, the order and the time in each place around you.
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As pioneers in Australian five-star luxury and experiential travel, we have the accolades to prove our expertise. The Tailor and our Founder and Managing Director, Drew Kluska, have been recognised with prestigious awards, showcasing our dedication to crafting exceptional journeys across Australia.
An 18-day, 17-night journey built around private Pilatus PC-12 charter flights with your own pilot means no lines and no restricted airline seating as you move between Melbourne, Tasmania, Uluru, the Top End, the Daintree Coast, the Great Barrier Reef and Sydney.
Two. The Jewel at Saffire Freycinet is a three-suite villa on Tasmania’s Freycinet Coast with an infinity pool looking across Great Oyster Bay to the Hazards. The House at Lizard Island sits on its own peninsula on the Great Barrier Reef, with a private chef, sommelier and host.
Bullo River Station, a working 400,000-acre cattle property offering helicopter and horseback experiences.
Winter is recommended for the Red Centre for milder, more comfortable exploring temperatures.