Australia Travel Insights
Melbourne to Great Ocean Road: Self Drive Tour - 5 Days
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.
Ultimate Australia Self-Drive Tour - 20 Days
Explore the East Coast of Australia at your own pace on this 20-day self-drive tour. Stop in Sydney and the beautiful Gold Coast, learn to surf, and go hiking in the rainforest in Queensland. See unique Australian animals in the many nature preserves and enjoy the sun-soaked beaches on the coast. Snorkle to see the Great Barrier Reef, venture to the Australian outback to visit a sacred site, and go white-water rafting as you experience all Australia has to offer.
Self-Drive Tour: From Melbourne to Adelaide - 14 Days
Explore the natural beauty and diverse wildlife on this two-week coastal adventure of Victoria and South Australia. Starting and ending in Melbourne, you'll drive along Australia's southern edge navigating the Great Ocean Road and choosing to stop on your schedule until you reach Adelaide. Along the way, you'll discover dramatic rock formations like the famous Twelve Apostles, meet kangaroos and fur seals on Kangaroo Island, and learn about aboriginal culture in Grampians National Park.
Australia East Coast Family Road Trip: Brisbane to Sydney - 10 Days
Independent travelers will love this 10-day family road trip across Australia's spectacular east coast. Traverse the stunning Gold Coast hinterland as you wind through charming towns, rainforest detours, and sweeping bays before experiencing the iconic sights of Sydney. You and the family will get to cuddle koalas, surf 100-foot dunes, and marvel at the majestic humpbacks during a whale watching cruise.
Australian Outback Self-Drive Tour- 18 Days
Cover the rugged terrain and sweeping desert landscape of the Australian Outback on this epic self-drive excursion through Victoria, South Australia, and Northern Territory. Begin your 18-day tour in trendy Melbourne and fly to arty Adelaide where you'll pick up your rental car and drive on your schedule to Darwin on the opposite coast. You'll explore four major national parks, spot endemic wildlife in their natural habitat, visit rural towns, and discover ancient Aboriginal art.
Great Ocean Road, Melbourne & the Grampians - 9 Days
Feel the freedom of the open road as you wind your way along Australia's most iconic coastal drive. This nine-day Aussie itinerary gives you three days on the Great Ocean Road, soaking up views of the famous Twelve Apostles and more. The journey begins and ends in Melbourne, stopping by the Grampians mountain range and the historic gold rush town of Ballarat. Buckle up for a memorable Australian adventure.
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Meet our Local Travel Specialists
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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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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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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Vicky Steinhardt
Hey there! I'm Vicky, and travel is my passion. I consider myself incredibly fortunate to have dedicated my entire career to the travel industry. Melbourne-born, my journey led me to live in the...
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Trip Reviews for Australia
Ruth was great answering our questions about ...
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Jan 18 - Jan 30, 2026
Your company did a great job planning the trip and we were generally pleased with the accommodations and travel arrangements. However, our accommodation in Sydney was not as good as the rest of the trip.Also, no travel arrangements were made from the hotel to our activities while in Sydney, either. It could have been better if our hotel had a better location or close to Sydney harbor. Read more
Great overall 15 day Australia itinerary
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Feb 19 - Mar 5, 2026
Great overall 15 day Australia itinerary to 5 locations. Logistics went perfectly
Hi Ken,
Thanks for the 5 star review! I am glad you enjoyed the trip. I would love to work with you again in the future so if you travel to any of our destinations, please give us a call.
It was a pleasure!
Liz
Expert Service
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Feb 4 - Feb 23, 2026
We just returned from our travels in Australia and are still processing all the wonderful activities and experiences. The trip offered us so many memorable moments, and we are grateful for each one.
We wanted to take a moment to express our sincere gratitude for all Vicky's help and expertise in planning our trip. Her attention to detail and careful arrangement of every aspect were impressive, allowing us to simply relax, enjoy, and savor every moment. Her assistance made our experience truly memorable and enjoyable.
Thank you Vicky and kimkim!!
Donna
Thanks so much for your kind words Donna. I am so glad you all had a great trip, it was a pleasure planning your adventure.
Wishing you many more travel adventures ahead
Vicky
