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Australia - Exploring Australia's National Landscapes

Exploring Australia's National Landscapes on Foot

There's nothing like Australia. It is a country where boundaries blur, ancient rainforests skirt modern cities, and stunning colours contrast the craggy red earth. It's a land that embraces adventures, and invites visitors to share stories with the friendly locals they'll meet along the journey.

For thousands of years Aboriginal Australians retraced the paths of their ceremonial ancestors by going 'walkabout' in the Australian bush. There is no better way to connect with Australia's iconic nature than going walkabout in Australia. Whether you're looking for a challenge, a leisurely stroll or want to go walkabout on your own or with a group, grab a pair of comfortable shoes and walk your way through Australia's iconic national landscapes.

Looking for an easy day trip? Less than two hour's drive from Sydney is one of the continent's most popular hiking areas - the World Heritage listed Blue Mountains. Similar to the Grand Canyon, but with Eucalyptus trees, meander through the bluehazed beauty of tall forests, sheer sandstone cliffs, tree fern glades, deep canyons and inspiring waterfalls.

Get the most out of your adventure by going walkabout with a local indigenous guide. Hear about the legend of the Three Sisters rock formation, and discover ancient art sites. You'll taste bush tucker and swim in a crystal clear billabong under a waterfall.

For a wider range of walks, take a drive north to Australia's Green Cauldron, a region stretching from Byron Bay to Queensland's Gold Coast and inland towards the Great Diving Range.

The Rainforest Way allows easy access via signed driving loops connecting the national parks. After your walks, enjoy quaint country villages and tranquil farming communities.

Looking for more of a challenge? Head to Australia's Outback and hike the Larapinta Trail, which takes you along the Red Centre's backbone in the Northern Territory.

The epic walk stretches more than 223 kilometres from the old Alice Springs Telegraph Station to Mount Sonder and Mount Razorback. Along the route you can stand on ancient cliffs and look out over vast ochre-coloured landscapes. Visit sacred sites, scramble down sheltered gorges, swim in cool waterholes and sleep under a sea of stars.

Camp one night at Standley Chasm where red walls tower against a backdrop of blue skies and white ghost gums, watch out for rare black-footed rock wallabies along the way.

Wherever you decide to walk, you'll have a great adventure and get a fresh perspective on Australia.

For information on Australia's national landscapes including top ways to experience the areas, hotels, tours and airfares, call a Flight Centre consultant at 1 866 317 4794.

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