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Enjoy the sun, surf, and sand on this week-long tour of Australia's famous Gold Coast and Byron Bay. Starting in Coolangatta, you'll head up the Gold Coast to Burleigh Heads, Broadbeach, and Surfers Paradise, where you'll enjoy golden beaches, world-class shopping, and a vibrant entertainment scene. End your stay in Byron Bay, taking in stunning sunsets, visiting organic farms, and meeting with friendly local artisans.
On this five-day self-drive trip, explore the coastal capital city of Melbourne and then hit the open road. One of Victoria's most scenic drives, Great Ocean Road provides plenty of exciting pit stops—explore the surfing town of Bells Beach, discover the waterfalls of Lorne, zipline through the Otway Ranges, and visit The Twelve Apostles rock formations. On the way back to Melbourne, do some sightseeing in Ballarat, known for its Gold Rush heritage and indigenous art.
Cover the spectrum of these two dynamic countries with this comprehensive itinerary. Start off in New Zealand, where you'll visit both the North and South islands to explore Maori culture, natural wonders, adventure sports, and more—sip wine on Waiheke island, hike at Aoraki, and cruise through Milford Sound. Then head to Australia, starting with the city sights in Melbourne before you meet the penguins of Phillip Island, stunning scenes of Uluru and the Great Barrier Reef, and urban streets of Sydney.
This well-rounded 16-day tour of Australia's highlights is sure to delight any first time visitor. You'll explore the hidden laneways of artsy Melbourne and the famous landmarks of Sydney, learn about indigenous culture at Uluru in the country's Red Center, and discover tropical Queensland with an excursion to the Great Barrier Reef. Along the way, you'll meet kangaroos at Kangaroo Island, search for crocodiles at Kakadu National Park, and have free time to enjoy a few day trips of your choosing.
Explore North Tropical Queensland on this seven-day tour. Begin in Hamilton Island and snorkel, sea kayak, play a round of golf, or relax. Then, take a cruise to Whitehaven Beach and learn the area's history. Next, journey to Port Douglas to enjoy a leisure day, a Daintree Rainforest tour, and an excursion to the Great Barrier Reef. The trip winds down in Cairns, with plenty of native animal exhibits to visit and a scenic ride up the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway.
Explore the Australian Outback on this eventful five-day journey. Begin in Uluru, also known as Ayers Rock, and discover the ancient Red Centre and its surroundings. Then, travel to Alice Springs to tour the art galleries and local sites, including Anza Hill and the Alice Springs Telegraph Station. Next, visit the red-hued West MacDonnell Ranges as a scenic sendoff.
When planning a trip to Australia, 10 days is ideal for visiting four different areas. However, if you are strapped for time, you can explore two regions in five days or up to...
In seven days, you can see the highlights of three Australian cities, with day trips from each. Pair Melbourne, Sydney, and Cairns, for example, and you can easily visit the...
Ten days in Australia is an excellent amount of time for an in-depth exploration of one region—Eastern, Northern, or Western Australia—or for a highlights trip that hops between...
In two weeks, you can explore an average of four regions in Australia. The most efficient trips fly you in and out of major cities—like Sydney, Melbourne, and Adelaide—ensuring...
January is mid-summer in Australia, and that means throughout the country, temperatures range from pleasant to hot (and to scorching). Travelers seeking a sunny beach holiday...
February is mid-summer in Australia, so temperatures across the country range from warm to incredibly hot. But, as many Australians will have returned to school and work after...
March in Australia is the first month of autumn, and while conditions vary enormously throughout this large country, temperatures begin to cool everywhere. In the southern...
April is mid-autumn in Australia, but as the country is so large and has such a varied climate, this can mean everything from crisp fall days (Canberra, Melbourne, and Tasmania)...
Throughout a two-week honeymoon in Australia, you can embark on city tours, outback excursions, and romantic rainforest adventures on a highlights tour. Or, venture between Sydney, Melbourne, Barossa Valley, and Flinders Ranges for a mix of outdoor adventures and winery tours. Newlyweds eager to get behind the wheel can choose between a beachy southeast Australia road trip and a journey across the outback, while those with an affinity for wildlife explore the unspoiled West Coast.
With 19 days in Australia, you can experience most of the country's highlights by combining city tours of Sydney, Melbourne, and Adelaide with natural wonders like the Great Barrier Reef, Kakadu, and Uluru. Or, step off the beaten path to include the wildlife and national parks of Tasmania. Active travelers should chart their own course with an epic coastal road trip from Brisbane to Sydney, or add the outback and the Hunter Valley wine country to the itinerary for a far-reaching self-drive adventure.
Perfect for adventurous couples looking for off-the-beaten-path luxury, this two-week honeymoon combines the best of Australia's two largest cities with wine-country fun and an outback "glamping" experience. Cruise Sydney's harbor at sunset, then explore culture and creatures in Melbourne with a laneway tour and wildlife expedition. Switch to South Australia next, where you'll drive to a Barossa Valley vineyard retreat and on to the Flinders Ranges for the exclusive three-day Arkaba Walk.
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Thank you so much for your feedback Zakiya.
I am so glad I was able to help you create the perfect trip for you and your Mum and that you were able to make the most out of your time in Australia.
Thanks again for your booking, and All the Best
Vicky
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Vicky
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Thank you so much for your kind review. I'm thrilled to hear that your Family Birthday Trip was a success. It was a pleasure working with you to plan this special occasion.
Take care and all the best!
Vicky
