These land journeys have been handcrafted and designed to explore iconic sights, as well as the secret spots only the locals know about. You’ll connect with the ancient Indigenous cultures and meet modern artisans, dine on exceptional local produce, be inspired by iconic landscapes and maybe even take a photo with the local wildlife. At the end of the journey, you’ll feel as though you’ve uncovered remarkable new insights into this part of the world.
Top End & Kimberley Spectacular – Darwin to Broome
Travel through some of Australia’s most remote and spectacular landscapes. This journey will take you from the lush wetlands World Heritage-listed Kakadu National Park to the vast waters of Lake Argyle, the rugged outback wilderness of El Questro and the rolling red dunes of the Great Sandy Desert.
Be immersed in the spiritual world of the Jawoyn people on a cruise through the breathtaking Katherine Gorge or take an exhilarating seaplane flight over Horizontal Falls, an amazing ocean phenomenon that’s been described as one of the greatest wonders of the natural world.
RIGHT: Yellow Water Billabong, Kakadu
West Coast Discover – Perth to Darwin
This epic 24-day journey covers more than 2,485 miles, traversing the West Australian coastline from top to bottom.
Starting in the cosmopolitan capital of Perth, you’ll travel north through Monkey Mia, Exmouth, Port Hedland and Broome before boarding your luxury expedition ship for a 10-day cruise through the Kimberley. There are incredible wildlife encounters along the way, from the smiling quokkas of Rottnest Island to the dolphins and dugongs of Monkey Mia, green turtles on the Lacepede Islands and saltwater crocodiles in Prince Frederick Harbour.
Experience this with Scenic on a luxury land journey in 2023 or Scenic Eclipse ultra-luxury Discovery Voyage in 2024.
RIGHT: Monkey Mia, Western Australia
Ultimate Tasmania and Tasmania Revealed – Hobart to Hobart
Discover the best of the island state on these two epic journeys, looping from capital to coast, wilderness to whisky, and mountains to modern art. Departing Hobart, you’ll contemplate the troubled history of Port Arthur, cruise through the World Heritage-listed Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park, be awed by the pristine alpine vistas of Cradle Mountain and visit Australia’s most talked about art gallery, MONA.
Be immersed in nature and luxury at Freycinet Lodge during your 13-day Ultimate Tasmania journey; revel in a Scenic Enrich day trip to the spectacularly rugged Flinders Island in Bass Strait on the 11-day Tasmania Revealed itinerary. Each of these land journeys will take you to explore the best of Tasmania in unique ways.
RIGHT: Whisky making, Hellyer Distillery, Tasmania
New South Wales: City & Outback – Sydney to Sydney
The state of New South Wales is home to sparkling coastline, rolling farmland, rugged mountains and vast desert. This journey travels across the state, from the famed Harbour City through historic wine regions, classic country towns, outback outposts and fertile foodie valleys.
In Dubbo, go behind the scenes for an exclusive tour at the world-famous Taronga Western Plains Zoo once the park has closed for the day. Then sip Parliamentary Librarians Gin in the hallowed halls of Parliament House in Canberra, discovering spaces normally reserved for visiting dignitaries on a unique Scenic Enrich experience.
RIGHT: Parliament House, Canberra
Outback Landscapes – Melbourne to Adelaide
Experience a snapshot of the remarkable diversity of Australia in just 15 days.
Starting in Melbourne, you’ll travel through gold rush history in Bendigo, walk the ancient Walls of China in Mungo National Park, meet the artists and adventurers of Broken Hill, and eat your way around the gourmet paradise of Kangaroo Island. Learn about connection to country and the indigenous Adnyamathanha people on a Scenic Enrich private 4WD tour of Wilpena Pound or get an insight into the importance of sustainable winemaking from the makers at Gemtree Wines outside of Adelaide.
RIGHT: Mungo National Park, New South Wales
Royal New Zealand – Christchurch to Auckland
Experience the best of New Zealand’s South and North islands in just 16 days.
Starting in the historic city of Christchurch, you’ll ride the famous TranzAlpine railway to the west coast and the epic Franz Josef Glacier. Continue on to the adventure capital Queenstown and picturesque Milford Sound before turning north along the east coast, through Mount Cook, the Marlborough Sound, Wellington and Auckland. A Scenic Enrich screening of Ata Whenua – Shadowland in Te Anau will give you a new appreciation for the beauty of Fiordland and a traditional hangi dinner in Rotorua will connect you with the local Māori culture.
RIGHT: TranzAlpine Railway, New Zealand
New Zealand Revealed – Auckland to Christchurch
Traverse the Land of the Long White Cloud from north to south on this new journey launching in October 2023.
Explore Auckland, the ‘City of Sails’, then feel the ground shake in the geothermal wonderland of Rotorua, sample New Zealand's best sauvignon blanc in Blenheim and soak up the sunshine in Nelson before driving along the spectacular Great Coast Road. While in Wellington, an exclusive tour of Te Papa, the national museum of New Zealand, gives you an insight into the history and people of this fascinating nation. Then enjoy a Scenic Special Stay on board the Milford Mariner, moored in the peaceful waters of the majestic Milford Sound.
RIGHT: Milford Mariner, Milford Sound, New Zealand
Discover Australia on an unrivaled 6-star ultra-luxury journey
In 2024, Scenic Eclipse II will sail into Australia for the first time. From the transcendent beauty of the Queensland coast to the cultural richness of the Northern Territory’s Top End and the Kimberley region in Western Australia, our Journey Designers have been on a quest to create journeys that you will remember for a lifetime.
Snorkel among the magnificent marine life of the Great Barrier Reef, soar above the spectacular Horizontal Waterfalls in one of the two on board helicopters^ or join The Chairman’s Voyage to explore a hand-picked selection of islands, beaches, and World Heritage sites along Australia’s East Coast, all while indulging in the all-inclusive ultra-luxury of your Discovery Yacht.
RIGHT: Scenic Eclipse II, Kimberley