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Classic Australia

Duration
10 days
Price from
£5,670 pp.
Location
Australia, Australasia
Sydney Opera House

Trip Highlights

  • Snorkelling in the Great Barrier Reef
  • Private tour of the Sydney Opera House
  • Wine tasting in the Yarra Valley

What's Included

  • 9 nights accommodation
  • All transfers
  • Activities and guides where mentioned

Explore Australia's classic destinations

Explore the iconic landmarks of Australia, from urban highlights to world-famous natural wonders in just ten extraordinary days.

A seamless 10-day journey through Australia’s most iconic cities and natural wonders. From the vibrant harbour of Sydney to the cultural flair of Melbourne, the pristine coral gardens of the Great Barrier Reef, and the ancient rainforest of the Daintree, this trip offers the perfect introduction to Australia’s diversity. Begin in Melbourne, where you will lose yourself in eclectic laneways, buzzing markets, and the renowned coffee culture that makes the city so distinctive.

Our Australia expert Otti says: "The different private tours included on this trip will get you right to the heart of the places you are visiting. Whether that is a private guided tour around Melbourne's laneways with an expert who can take you to all of its unique but hidden spots. Or your private tour of the Sydney Opera House, allowing you to experience one on the world's most iconic buildings at your own pace."

Next, head north to tropical Queensland. Snorkel or simply cruise around the Great Barrier Reef, witnessing an underwater world of dazzling colour and marine life. Then, immerse yourself in the Daintree National Park, the world’s oldest tropical rainforest, on a guided walk in search of cassowaries, crocodiles, and unique flora. Finally, head back south to Australia's harbour city - Sydney; where climbing the Harbour Bridge, exploring the Opera House, and dining by the water will showcase to you the city’s world-class lifestyle. This journey is ideal for travellers seeking a balance of cosmopolitan city life and extraordinary natural experiences, offering an incredible blend of culture, landscapes, and wildlife in only ten days.

Trip Itinerary

Day 1 Touchdown in Melbourne

Staying at 1 Hotel Melbourne

Touch down in Melbourne and transfer to your hotel, beautifully positioned on the banks of the Yarra River. The city welcomes you with a mix of cutting-edge design, heritage architecture, and a buzzing creative spirit. Spend the rest of the day settling in, perhaps strolling along South Wharf or finding your first laneway café for a taste of Melbourne’s vibrant food culture.

Day 2 Yarra Valley wine region tour

Yarra Valley Wine Tour

Leave the city behind for a day in the Yarra Valley, one of Australia’s most renowned wine regions. Your private guide will tailor the experience to your tastes, taking you to boutique wineries, craft producers, and scenic estates. A two-course vineyard lunch is included, along with time to meet local winemakers and sample the region’s famous cool-climate wines. You’ll also stop at Healesville Sanctuary to encounter Australia’s unique wildlife before returning to Melbourne in the evening.

Day 3 Private tour of Melbourne's laneways

Day 4 Queensland's Tropical North

Day 5 Set sail on the Great Barrier Reef

Day 6 Discover the Daintree National Park

Day 7 Climb the Sydney Harbour Bridge

Day 8 Tour the Sydney Opera House

Day 9 Day trip to the Blue Mountains

Day 10 Goodbye to Australia

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Duration

10 days

Location

Australia, Australasia

Price from

£5,670 pp.

Price Includes

  • All accommodation and meals as listed
  • All transfers
  • All domestic flights

Price Excludes

  • International flights to/from Australia
  • Single supplements
  • Activities / meals not specified as included

Price is based on two people sharing excluding international flights.

The trip includes all accommodation and activities specified above. Rooms and meals as below:

  • 3 nights at 1 Hotel Melbourne – City Suite, 3 breakfasts, 1 lunch included.
  • 3 nights at Thala Beach Nature Reserve (Port Douglas) – Jungle Walk Bungalow, 3 breakfasts, 2 lunches included.
  • 3 nights at Harbour Rock Hotel (Sydney) – Heritage Superior Queen Room, 3 breakfasts, 2 lunches included.
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January

A month of extremely hot weather. Celebrate summer on Sydney’s beaches, explore the Great Barrier Reef, or enjoy the Australian Open in Melbourne. Tasmania is also perfect for hiking in mild weather.

February

Very hot, but lively in the southern parts of the country. Head to South Australia for the Adelaide Fringe Festival or Western Australia for the Perth Fringe Festival. Visit Kangaroo Island for wildlife and dramatic coastlines, or dive Ningaloo Reef for manta rays. Northern end is humid and wet.

March

Things start to cool down in the Southeast: enjoy Melbourne’s food and wine scene, hike the Blue Mountains. Alternatively, head north to spot wildlife in Kakadu as the Wet Season eases.

April

Visit Uluru for clear desert skies, explore Margaret River’s wineries, or catch whale sharks at Ningaloo. Tasmania’s wilderness is beautiful in autumn colours.

May

Ideal for the Red Centre and Top End: cooler and drier. Explore Kakadu and Litchfield. Southern states are great for city breaks in Sydney or Melbourne.

June

Ski season starts in the Snowy Mountains. Queensland offers sunny escapes, from the Whitsundays to the Daintree. Western Australia’s Kimberley region is at its best.

July

Perfect time for whale watching along the east coast. Explore Cairns and the Great Barrier Reef, or cruise the Kimberley’s remote gorges and waterfalls.

August

Northern Australia is dry and sunny: visit Darwin’s Mindil Markets, Kakadu, and Arnhem Land. Enjoy stargazing at Uluru or explore the Great Barrier Reef islands.

September

Spring blooms in Western Australia’s wildflower regions. Visit Perth, Rottnest Island, or Margaret River. Sydney warms up, perfect for harbour cruises and coastal walks

October

Great time for Sydney’s Sculpture by the Sea and whale watching. Visit Tasmania’s wilderness, or explore Melbourne and the nearby Yarra Valley wineries.

November

Early summer brings perfect conditions for the Whitsundays and Great Barrier Reef. Explore the Great Ocean Road or enjoy wine regions like Barossa Valley.

December

Celebrate Christmas on the beach in Sydney, Perth, or Adelaide. Watch the Sydney to Hobart yacht race. Catch the Ashes cricket tournament in either Perth, Melbourne, Adelaide, Brisbane, or Sydney. Tasmania offers hiking, while tropical Queensland is lush and vibrant.

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