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End your great Aussie adventure in Sydney, cruising its famous harbor and touring the iconic Opera House
Map of The Ultimate Aussie Experience: Reef, Outback & City - 10 Days
The Ultimate Aussie Experience: Reef, Outback & City - 10 Days

On this 10-day Australia trip, you'll enjoy a mix of city tours and outdoor excursions. First, explore tropical Cairns and its two UNESCO World Heritage sites: the Great Barrier Reef and Daintree Rainforest. Then, swap the tropics for the outback and land in Uluru, where desert experiences await. Finally, dash to Sydney to explore its icons and expansive harbor on a dinner cruise, go wine tasting in the Hunter Valley, and eat your way across the city's multicultural Chinatown.

Sydney Harbour Bridge
Map of Best of Eastern Australia: Sydney, Cairns, Gold Coast & Melbourne - 10 Days
Best of Eastern Australia: Sydney, Cairns, Gold Coast & Melbourne - 10 Days

On this 10-day adventure through Australia, discover four cities, along with several scenic day trips. Begin in Sydney to tour landmarks and areas like The Rocks, Sydney Harbour, and Bondi Beach, along with an excursion to the stunning Blue Mountains region. Then, enjoy a quick day in Cairns for an Indigenous experience, followed by two days in Gold Coast to tour the beaches and enjoy some thrills. The vacation ends in Melbourne to visit the funky pub scene, embark on a wildlife tour of Phillip Island, and take a guided road trip through Great Ocean Road.

Climb aboard your camel for a sunrise amble along Western Australia's Cable Beach
Map of 10 Days in Australia - 5 Unique Itinerary Ideas
10 Days in Australia - 5 Unique Itinerary Ideas

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 top cities and points of interest, like Melbourne, Sydney, and Uluru. Ocean fanatics should include time in Cairns to visit the Great Barrier Reef, while Exmouth and Margaret River make great destinations for adventure seekers. Meanwhile, the towns of Broome and Darwin showcase Australia's remote northern coast.

Dad and kids skating at a Bondi Beach ice rink during the Winter Festival
Map of 10 Days in Australia - 3 Family-Friendly Itinerary Ideas
10 Days in Australia - 3 Family-Friendly Itinerary Ideas

Ten days gives your family plenty of time to visit some of Australia's best-known destinations on a classic highlights tour that covers Sydney, Uluru, and the rainforests and Great Barrier Reef of Cairns. Alternatively, focus on a single region and enjoy a road trip with the family along the country's East Coast from Brisbane to Syndey, or base yourself solely in Perth for theme and wildlife parks, including a visit to Rottnest Island.

Discover Melbournes quirky bars on a cocktail tour before hitting the Great Ocean Road
Map of 10 Days in Australia & New Zealand - 5 Unique Itinerary Ideas
10 Days in Australia & New Zealand - 5 Unique Itinerary Ideas

With 10 days to explore Australia and New Zealand, you can jump between Queenstown, Sydney, Tasmania, and Perth to sample each country's highlights or get an introduction to Down Under culture while visiting Auckland, Rotorua, Melbourne, Uluru, and Sydney. Travelers eager to delve into outdoor pursuits will find Queenstown, Sydney, and Cairns ideal destinations, while those seeking a fast-paced trip can rent a car and take a road trip through New Zealand.

Escape to the "Galápagos of Australia" on Kangaroo Island (photo courtesy of Southern Ocean Lodge)
Map of 10 Days in Australia - 5 Luxury Itinerary Ideas
10 Days in Australia - 5 Luxury Itinerary Ideas

With 10 days in Australia, you can experience the country's cities, outback, rainforests, and reefs on a luxury highlights tour or swap in Melbourne for a sampling of the famed Great Ocean Road. Travelers seeking a refined adventure will find Perth, Margaret River, and Exmouth delightful destinations, while those eager for exclusivity spend time on the remote Lord Howe Island. Alternately, narrow your focus to Australia's famed culinary scene while hopping between farms and fine-dining restaurants.

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Travel specialist Paula Adams
active 1 hour ago

Paula Adams

I grew up in a very small rural town called, Humpty Doo which is 30 minutes outside of the city of Darwin, in the Northern Territory. I lived the true outback life with wallabies jumping in my...

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Travel specialist LINDSEY NEALE-ROZGA
active 6 hours ago

LINDSEY NEALE-ROZGA

Although born and raised in the UK, I moved to Sydney and became Australian almost immediately! I had found my ‘home’! I soon became a tour operator, eventually working for one of the top...

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Travel specialist Jeab Kwanchanok
active 30 mins ago

Jeab Kwanchanok

Sawasdee ka! I’m Jeab, a proud Thai with a deep love for my country and a passion for travel. My journey in tourism spans over 20 years, beginning as a receptionist at a five-star hotel in Bangkok,...

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Travel specialist Charlotte Piper
active 15 mins ago

Charlotte Piper

With over 20 years in the travel industry, I bring extensive experience across retail, corporate, and cruise travel. Based in Australia, I also spent seven years living in Bali, where I worked with...

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Trip Reviews for Australia

The latest reviews by travelers who booked their trip on kimkim

Australia 2026 Amazing
Australia | Jan 14 - Feb 3, 2026

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Elaine D.
Columbus, OH | Reviewed on Mar 28, 2026
This trip was so smoothly planned. There wasn’t any glitches. Paula did an outstanding job. We experienced so many different adventures that were so new to me. First time snorkeling at the Great Barrier Reef - very cool, camel ride, and the bridge climb that I was sure I wouldn’t do. But really glad I did. We had an excellent trip Read more

This trip was so smoothly planned. There wasn’t any glitches. Paula did an outstanding job. We experienced so many different adventures that were so new to me. First time snorkeling at the Great Barrier Reef - very cool, camel ride, and the bridge climb that I was sure I wouldn’t do. But really glad I did. We had an excellent trip

Hotel Review
Robe House
Robe, SA

This was such a great place to stay at. We really enjoyed our night there. Very quaint and special.

Authenticity & Character
The rooms were clean and charming
Location
The town didn’t have much there but the hotel was worth it
Staff
Nothing to improve on. I didn’t interact with any staff.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Loved the breakfast foods for in the morning. Everything was very clean
Activity Reviews
Afternoon Camel to Sunset
Afternoon Camel to Sunset
Australia

I wasn’t really sure if I was going to enjoy the camel ride, but it was really fun. A new adventure to add to my travel experience.

Quality of Experience
Something new that I tried and really enjoyed
Guides, Drivers and Staff
The staff was really amazing and fun and very informative
Transport
Full Day Outer Reef Mackay Coral Cay (from Port Douglas Hotel)
Full Day Outer Reef Mackay Coral Cay (from Port Douglas Hotel)
Port Douglas

It was my first time snorkeling. The staff was very accommodating and helpful. They made sure that you were comfortable going out snorkeling and checked on you while you were out there. It was a great adventure.

Quality of Experience
Just how helpful they were with the first time I snorkeled. They didn’t make you feel dumb that you didn’t know what you were doing.
Food
The food was really good. Sometimes you think you’re gonna get crummy food on these trips and this one was amazing.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Very helpful, attentive and friendly staff. They made the trip
Transport
Local specialist: Paula Adams
Paula
Paula Adams
Local specialist in California and Australia | Replied on Mar 28, 2026

G’day Elaine,

Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a detailed and kind review about my service. I’m so happy to hear that you loved your vacation and had such an amazing experiences.

I also love the BridgeClimb and have done it twice myself — the views are absolutely stunning, aren’t they?

If you ever plan on traveling to the South Pacific or Africa, I would be more than happy to help you again. Please keep in touch and thank you once more for the wonderful review — it is very much appreciated.

With sincere thanks,
Paula
[email protected]
(951) 264 6300

An amazing tour from start to finish
Australia | Mar 8 - Mar 16, 2026

Brian
Brian G.
Denver, CO | Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026
From start to finish, we really enjoyed our Australia trip planned and put together by the experts at KimKim… Every transfer was easy… Our hotels were great… And we had so many wonderful guides to help us enjoy the beautiful country of Australia… Vickie gave us a detailed tour of The Rocks area of Sydney and was such a lovely person… Guy took us on a fantastic food tour of the city, including the fish market, spice Alley, and we even had a tiger pie! He was very knowledgeable and... Read more

From start to finish, we really enjoyed our Australia trip planned and put together by the experts at KimKim…

Every transfer was easy… Our hotels were great… And we had so many wonderful guides to help us enjoy the beautiful country of Australia…

Vickie gave us a detailed tour of The Rocks area of Sydney and was such a lovely person…

Guy took us on a fantastic food tour of the city, including the fish market, spice Alley, and we even had a tiger pie! He was very knowledgeable and made the afternoon really fun…

Karen went out of her way to give us a very special tour of the blue Mountain area… We met a number of Australian animals and birds… We saw beautiful views of the Grand Canyon of Australia… She is very knowledgeable and a lot of fun… Now we want to go back to the blue Mountains!

Our stay at Ayers Rock Resort and our visits to Kata Tjuṯan and Uluru were the highlight of our trip… Graham was both driver and guide for our private sunrise and sunset excursions… Super down to earth with so much knowledge and experience…

Overall, it was a wonderful first taste of Australia… We will definitely return so we can see more of this beautiful country…

Hotel Reviews
Capella Sydney
Sydney

An elegant oasis close to the many activities of Sydney

Authenticity & Character
Elegant facilities and super comfortable room
Location
A couple of blocks from the circular Quay…
Staff
Everyone was helpful from the reception team to the restaurant personnel…
Cleanliness & Comfort
Our room was absolutely spotless and beautiful… We loved the thick robes and big towels
Sails In The Desert
Yulara

Very friendly and helpful team… Comfortable accommodations with a nice view

Authenticity & Character
The hotel is full of aboriginal, artworks, and design
Location
Very close to the amazing sites
Staff
The staff at the front desk and the restaurants were so helpful and made our visit
Cleanliness & Comfort
We love the bath robes and the tea kettle in our room!
Four Seasons Sydney
Sydney

Super comfortable room… Great view… Extremely helpful staff… Excellent restaurant… Perfect location from which to explore Sydney…

Authenticity & Character
The view from my room of the harbor was spectacular
Location
Very near the circular Quay and many local attractions
Staff
Super friendly team
Cleanliness & Comfort
We love the bathrobes and tea kettle in our room
Activity Reviews
Private Uluru Sunset Experience
Private Uluru Sunset Experience
Uluru

Although we had spent the morning watching the sunrise at the rock, the sunset was even more amazing

Quality of Experience
Watching the colors of the rock change minute by minute was the experience of a lifetime… A place we have always wanted to visit… Totally worth it…
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Graham is the best… Super knowledgeable… Always prepared… Loves his work…
Transport
Private Uluru Sunrise with Breakfast
Private Uluru Sunrise with Breakfast
Uluru

To watch the sun come up in such an amazing place is something we will never forget… Truly, one of the most unique places in the whole world

Quality of Experience
It was a cool morning, and the light was just perfect…Uluru is an incredible experience
Food
Graham had delicious food prepared… a great place to have a sunrise breakfast
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Graham was the best… Driver and Truf guide all in one! Very knowledgeable… He really enjoys his work and he shares it with everyone…
Transport
Afternoon Kata Tjuta Domes Visit
Afternoon Kata Tjuta Domes Visit
Uluru

Although it was a very hot day, the area is dramatically beautiful, and the colors were amazing… Almost out of this world…

Quality of Experience
An amazing place… Stunningly, beautiful and dramatic
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Matias was a very knowledgeable guide— very enthusiastic about the beauty of this area
Transport
Private Blue Mountains Day Trip
Private Blue Mountains Day Trip
Sydney

We had a fabulous day on our tour of the blue Mountains… Karen took us to meet Australian animals, then she took us to view the beautiful Grand Canyon of the blue Mountains… Absolutely stunning… It was a misty day, which made it even more magical…

Quality of Experience
We had no idea that such a green and jungle like area existed so close to Sydney! We will plan a future trip to come back to this area and really spend some more time…
Food
We had a delicious lunch at a local restaurant with a beautiful view…
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Karen was both driver and guide… Super knowledgeable… So much fun… she gave us a detailed, personalized tour of the area…
Transport
Private Taste of Sydney Experience
Private Taste of Sydney Experience
Sydney

From the fish market to the spice Alley to the tiger pie, it was a super fun afternoon… And we were very full!😊

Quality of Experience
We really saw so many different areas of the city… And tasted so many different foods
Food
We enjoyed so many different flavors throughout the afternoon… Quite a variety
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Guy was a lot of fun and was very knowledgeable… He’s been in the food and hotel industry for many years and he is an expert on the tastes of Sydney, for sure!
Transport
Guy was driver tour guide… Very safe… We got lots of good parking, too😊
Private Rocks Walking Tour
Private Rocks Walking Tour
Sydney

Vickie gave us a very personalized tour… She took extra time to show us the little details and back Allyz of the rocks… She loves the history of the area and it shows! A beautiful person!

Quality of Experience
Vickie really customized the tour for us… she spent extra time giving us lots of unique details of the area
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Vickie was the best!
Transport
Local specialist: Siena Mueller
Siena
Siena Mueller
Local specialist in Kimkim HQ | Replied on Mar 30, 2026

Thank you for taking the time out of your around-the-world trip to share your experiences! I'm so happy you had an amazing time in Australia and that the guides really stood out! I hope to help you and Peter plan another trip in the future! ✨

Mother and Daughter Adventure Trip to Australia!!
Australia | Mar 7 - Mar 16, 2026

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Katie E.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Mar 17, 2026
Hello, my daughter and I spent 10 days in Australia, and with only that amount of time , we got a very good taste of what Australia is all about, so if you are ever uncertain about 10 days being enough time, the answer is absolutely. Vicky, our specialist, is exceptional, and if planning a trip I would highly recommend using her. She put together a trip that was truly some of Australia's highlights. We spent time in Sydney, the outback, particularly Uluru, and the Great Barrier Reef. Each... Read more

Hello, my daughter and I spent 10 days in Australia, and with only that amount of time , we got a very good taste of what Australia is all about, so if you are ever uncertain about 10 days being enough time, the answer is absolutely. Vicky, our specialist, is exceptional, and if planning a trip I would highly recommend using her. She put together a trip that was truly some of Australia's highlights. We spent time in Sydney, the outback, particularly Uluru, and the Great Barrier Reef. Each area had something different to offer. The beaches in Sydney were beautiful, with great shopping. We stayed at Ayers Rock Resort, with great tours to Uluru, and again, lots of local shopping. We visited a huge cattle ranch which was very interesting and saw plenty of sunsets with amazing clear nighttime skies. And finally, we went snorkling in the Great Barrier Reef, which I feel was the best part of our entire time. It was truly a wonderful trip.

Activity Reviews
Mackay Coral Cay Great Barrier Reef Sail & Snorkel with Lunch
Mackay Coral Cay Great Barrier Reef Sail & Snorkel with Lunch
Port Douglas

The Mackay Coral Cay Great Barrier Reef Sail & Snorkel was the highlight of my trip. The catamaran took us out into the Barrier Reef for a full day of snorkeling. The coral was stunning, and the water was warm. The wet suits provided kept us safe from jellyfish. It was an incredible experience to be out at sea and see such beautiful marine life up close.

Southern Daintree Tour + Wildlife Habitat Port Douglas
Southern Daintree Tour + Wildlife Habitat Port Douglas
Port Douglas

The Southern Daintree Tour and Wildlife Habitat Port Douglas were delightful, especially getting to interact closely with kangaroos, which was a dream come true for me. We also saw a koala, although it was a bit hidden in the trees. The tour felt a little packed as we also did a river cruise for crocodile spotting, which we felt we could have traded for more time in the rainforest. Still, the rainforest landscapes and the wildlife habitat were absolutely beautiful.

Mount Conner 4WD Small Group Tour from Ayers Rock including Dinner
Mount Conner 4WD Small Group Tour from Ayers Rock including Dinner
Uluru

The Mount Conner 4WD Small Group Tour was superb. It was fascinating to visit such a vast cattle ranch. We experienced a rare sight of the desert being lush and green thanks to recent rain, which we were told is a once in a lifetime event. Dinner with the local family managing the farm added to the authenticity and warmth of the experience. Seeing the salt lake and learning about the local environment was truly extraordinary.

Uluru Sacred Site & Sunset
Uluru Sacred Site & Sunset
Uluru

The Uluru Sacred Site & Sunset was wonderful. We got to see both the sunset and the sunrise, with champagne in the evening and breakfast in the morning, which was such a fun experience. Our guide was excellent, and we really enjoyed the activities despite the flies, which were quite something, but not detrimental to our enjoyment.

Panoramic Sydney with Lunch cruise
Panoramic Sydney with Lunch cruise
Sydney

The Panoramic Sydney with Lunch cruise was a bit disappointing. We felt quite rushed during the bus tour part, and my daughter even got motion sickness from the winding roads. There just wasn't enough time at stops, like Bondi Beach, to fully enjoy the sights and shops. We ended up skipping the lunch cruise and explored Sydney on our own, shopping and enjoying the markets, which turned out to be a much better experience.

Local specialist: Vicky Steinhardt
Vicky
Vicky Steinhardt
Local specialist in Noosa, Australia | Replied on Mar 28, 2026
Hi Katie,
Thank you so much for your kind words — reading this warmed my heart!
I’m so pleased to hear that you and your daughter had such a wonderful time and that your 10 days gave you a meaningful taste of Australia. It’s always a balance fitting everything in, so it’s lovely to know the combination of Sydney, Uluru, and the Great Barrier Reef worked so well for you — they really do showcase such different and special sides of the country.
It sounds like you made the most of every... Read more

Hi Katie,
Thank you so much for your kind words — reading this warmed my heart!
I’m so pleased to hear that you and your daughter had such a wonderful time and that your 10 days gave you a meaningful taste of Australia. It’s always a balance fitting everything in, so it’s lovely to know the combination of Sydney, Uluru, and the Great Barrier Reef worked so well for you — they really do showcase such different and special sides of the country.

It sounds like you made the most of every moment
Thank you again for trusting me to plan your trip — it was an absolute pleasure to put together this journey for you both. I’m so glad it created such special memories.
Warmest thanks,
Vicky

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